May 23, 2003 and Izzy Hands is stuck in his rut of a life, and is fairly certain he deserves to be there. His past his done, his future isn't worth thinking about, his failures he can't stop thinking about. He would rather just sit on his porch and brood. Unfortunately, knowing Stede Bonnet means there's a time limit on brooding; and Izzy is going to be cheered up whether he likes it or not.
And all the while that sparks fly, Ed Teach lingers like a ghost in the back of Izzy's mind.
Chapter 1: Once Upon A Lover's Song
After a rough day at work, Izzy has had it. He would like nothing more than to sink into his chair and let the numbness sink in. Unfortunately one Stede Bonnet has other plans.
Chapter 2: I'd Like to Visit the Moon
Once again, Izzy's life is turned upside down by the visiting Bonnets. It's nothing new for him, but this time, he is determined things will be different. There is no chance in hell he is going to allow Stede Bonnet to get under his skin. He will remain above it all.
Chapter 3: But I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For
Saturday dawns and Bonnet chaos hasn't changed, but some secrets come to light and some truths revealed. Izzy says what he has to, though it doesn't make things any easier. Especially now when he has a secret of his own.
Chapter 4: Honey, You'll Lose Me
Izzy is usually pretty good at keeping secrets, but as the Bonnet chaos around him begins to grow, he's not sure if he can, and honestly he's not sure if he should. All he knows is that when Bonnet leaves, he's never getting involved in anything ever again.
...no matter how much he may want to.
Chapter 5: The Voyage Home
For better or for worse, Izzy is going to be flying across the country to see a man he hasn't seen in three years. A man who might not even recongize him. A man who might not even care. A man who might be too far gone. But when there is nothing left to lose, there is everything left to gain.