Well Connor thought ruefully At least now I know who to thank for my anger issues.

The only journeys worth taking in life are those that test us to the very core

What's the idea with Moonshine joining the team?"Cate leaned forward. "It's politics, Connor," she said. "Pure politics. When Barbarro persuaded Molucco to loan us out, he insisted that Moonshine come, too. He's under the impression it will be character building for him!""Character building?" Connor exclaimed. "Are you sure that Barbarro isn't secretly hoping a Vampirate will do us all a favor and finish him off?"Bart laughed.

I've been doing a lot of thinking""Uh-Oh, Thinking. That's a dangerous business!

And on the way, we'll have plenty of time to talk or not talk about whatever's on your mind

So I'm deputizing for the deputy, am I?, asked Connor with a grin.