Gemotions

He was a man of the sea, Captain Harrison. He taught his daughter, Penelope, everything he knew, about the tides, the stars, the strength of the wind. She was always willing to learn, and always eager to compete.

Now, she was at the helm of his prized sailboat, The Sea Serpent, maneuvering it with a skill that was frankly, astounding. The sun glinted off the water, and Penelope's face shone.

He watched her, a knot tightening in his stomach, as she skillfully navigated a complex maneuver, her movements precise. He felt an intense wave of… something. He’d taught her well. She had soared. He grinned at the thought of the future.