Beth could tell there was a story there. One she'd have to hear eventually. Most of her stories were safe to tell, only a couple revealed her secret.

"I'd love one." Beth nodded, keeping her excitement of getting on a new ship under control. "Though I do have to say, ain't that the point of a mop? Bein' wet?" Her uncle elbowed her, and gave his distress at having "Dave" leave. 

"Your aunt will be upset if ya don't give her a goodbye." Then to Barakat he said. "Ya made a good choice here with Dave, he's a smart kid. Never saw no one do math like he can." Beth would have to make a point to remember this uncle's name next time she heard it. He was good at remembering Dave's. That made her feel a bit guilty.

Beth rolled her eyes. "Ya mind Captain? If I go say bye to my aunt?"