You're listening to By Way of the Sea, an 11-part original audio drama created by Eralore Studios
in collaboration with Stay Bizze.
This week's cover art was created by the artist Amylili.
Last week on By Way of the Sea.
Lucia gave a necessary push to Silas, encouraging him to connect with Elena,
suggesting they had more in common than he was willing to see.
Once Lucia left to collect firewood, Silas threw a few more princess remarks Elena's way,
and she finally broke.
She stood her ground and shared with Silas her real, humbled identity.
Just as the realization was had, an injured Lucia limped out of the jungle,
pointing to a man and child floating in the water.
They pulled them both to safety, welcoming Cuese and Bahia onto the island,
into their lives, and into today's episode.
Chapter 8 – The Beans
You didn't have to wash our clothes.
They are hardly washed, just rinsed and hung to dry.
Well, I appreciate it.
And here, I weaved this basket to help you carry them back and forth.
Oh, Elena, Elena, look!
What is it, little one?
A sea turtle, look!
Oh, you're right. Stunning.
It really is. And an inspiring messenger, too.
Do you know the meaning of the water turtle?
I'm afraid I do not.
They are an ancient symbol of home.
Not only do they carry all the wisdom and history of our Earth,
but even after years of being away,
they always know how to come back to the sandy shore they were born upon.
Really?
Of course.
That is why they say when you see one, to listen to the calling of your heart.
It is guiding you to where you truly belong.
I want one!
Bahia, come back. You should be resting.
It's okay. Let her play.
I'm glad she's feeling better.
Me, too.
I wish we could say the same for Lucia.
How is she this morning?
She's in pain. The fever is taking hold of her body.
I'm so sorry.
There's nothing to be sorry about.
I wish I could do something is what I mean.
Do you think she'll let me look at it?
At the scratch?
Yes. Maybe I could help.
I'm sure I could convince her.
Come then.
Good morning, Lucia.
Is that you, Elena?
It's me.
I've missed you.
I've only been down at the water, hanging our clothes to dry.
You are such a good girl.
Lucia, would it be okay if Kwesi looks at your leg?
I mean, I'm fine with it, but what would Jeremiah say?
I think he'd say, "there is more than enough of her to go around."
Oh, enough you.
Can you sit up?
I can try.
Here, lean on me.
May I touch it?
Only if you buy me a drink first.
I'm glad to see your humor is still intact.
That is a good sign.
What do you think?
Didn't you say she was scratched?
Yes, when she was in the woods.
This is a snake bite.
What?
Yes, a snake. But he just scratched a little.
Snakes do not scratch. They bite.
Oh, oh dear.
Why didn't you tell us?
I thought I would be fine.
Besides, I didn't want any of you to worry with all the excitement about Kwesi and the girl.
I just...
Elena, I need you and Silas to go into the jungle.
There is a plant. I need its seeds.
What does it look like?
It is like a bean.
Magic beans? Like in the storybooks?
Yes, magic beans. In a pod, smooth and silky on the outside.
I think I've seen them on the south side of the shore.
She still has time, but go now. The sooner we can get the venom from her body, the better.
Let's go.
Can I come with you?
Not this time, little one.
But I want to help.
Perhaps you can gather some seashells for Lucia. You know how she loves them. Can you do that for me?
Mm-hmm.
Silas, wait up!
I feel so dumb.
There is no need for that.
If only I had asked her, if I had looked!
Silas, she is a stubborn woman. She will not reveal what she doesn't wish you to see.
And look where it got her. Now her life is in the balance.
Don't say that. We'll find the beans.
How can you be so sure?
I can't be. But there is no use expecting the worst.
That is where you're wrong. If you always expect the worst, you'll never be disappointed.
But then won't you always feel down and worried and scared? That's no way to live. Wasting away your days in fear.
I suppose that is the benefit of not having a meaningful life.
Now hold on. I know we have our differences. We don't see things the same way. But your life is meaningful.
It wasn't. Not until Lucia.
She was the first person in this world who ever showed me an ounce of kindness.
I was seven when I was sold to the ship. To Captain Leicester.
He stripped me of my name, my clothes, my dignity, and hoped I'd someday be worth the few coins he paid for me.
So he kicked me to the ground, held out a scrub brush and a bucket.
Lucia, she held out her hand, helped me up, taught me to read, taught me that I was something, someone worth loving.
What about your parents?
Didn't have any.
Well, you have to have parents, otherwise...
Yes, of course I had parents, but they died, or they gave up on me, or something. I don't remember.
My earliest memory, I was being carted off around with other boys my age. Being sold off to the highest bidder.
But they never wanted me. I wasn't strong enough, or tall enough, or pale enough.
Silas...
Tatami.
I'm sorry?
My real name. At least the one I remember. My name is Tatami.
It suits you.
What? You don't think I look like a Silas McLemore?
I like it when you smile. It makes me feel like everything's gonna be alright.
It will be.
I can't lose her. I can't. She's my only friend in this world.
That's not true.
It is!
No! Silas... Tatomi. I am your friend. (kiss)
I... I'm sorry, I shouldn't have.
No, I...
We need to find the beans.
Right. They should be here. I know I saw them here before.
There! Up on that limb.
Your knife?
Here, take it. I'll lift you.
I have them. Let me down slowly.
Silas?
We should go.
We should.
Cuessé, I have the beans. Here.
Take them, please.
I'm sorry. The venom has spread too far.
But you said we had time.
I didn't know.
But you said!
Silas!
Oh no!
Silas, let me...
Don't touch her!
I'm trying to help.
You didn't help. You can't help.
Lucia, look at me. Open your eyes and look at me.
I need you. Do you hear me?
I can't do this alone.
You don't have to.
You need to hold on, Lucia. I found the beans.
Magic?
Yes. Yes, I found the magic beans.
No, you found the magic.
I knew you would.
No. No, please, Lucia. Please.
I'm not ready. I can't lose you too.
Thank you for listening to EraLore Studios By Way the Sea with vocal talent by...
Brenna Patzer as Elena, Karina Hilleard as Lucia, Enzo Leone as Silas
Gervais Weekes as Kwesi, and Sunny Snow as Bahia.
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