[the communicator clicks on. at first it seems like it might be accidental, judging by the quiet, unintelligible murmuring, but after a few seconds, Jack speaks, and it's obvious that he's already bored.]

..'ow long am I meant t' be doin' this?

[there's a jingling of what sounds like keys, and then a bit of rummaging. pilfering, if you will. ( Read more... )

Balthier, I'd like you to know I acknowledge your position as a Captain.

Only because I feel you're more than a Captain than that other bloke is.

Of course, neither of you compare to me.

( criticism )