Abbie had been wrestling with the concept of the axe for days. Allie wanted her to give it back. Today, Abbie had finally caved. After all, why not? They'd moved downstairs, only to Momma Ship move them back. What was the point in hoarding an axe against that kind of thing? She packed the axe in her backpack (well padded by blankets), and headed towards the security office.
Really, she did. But she and Esper got distracted. It was rainy, but pretty out, and Abbie wanted some fresh air before her parents grounded her for life. Could you get grounded on a ship? She wasn't sure. The pair headed to the outer decks for a walk, and Abbie was admiring the ironic rainbow when she saw sparks. She looked out over the horizon, and at first, didn't see anything. When her eyes finally caught the object in the distance, she couldn't help but think of the internet macro.
When you see it, you'll shit bricks.
"Oh my God." Abbie flailed, not really sure what to do. "Um! Um! Uh oh!" She turned and flew to the nearest indoor hall and started screaming. "BOAT! BOAT! UM! THING! MAN OVERBOARD!" Well, not technically, but that was bound to get people's attention - right?