"She is a smooth sailing vessel," he replied. She, he called the boat, quick to move on the pretension associated with nautical tradition. Chilton did enjoy the prestige of course, but more than the image he enjoyed his newly utilized Heropa-inspired power. His ability extended to all vehicles, included seaborn ones -- much to his delight. "I find these currents to be rather pleasant. Currently."

And it was a nice reprieve from the growing collection of stressors back on land.

"It's a bit of a weekend engagement for me," he replied. "Otherwise, the work week has be at the office -- the psychiatric hospital, downtown. Actually --" Chilton stared down at Tony. "You know Karla Sofen. She works in the annexed building to mine."