Joshua Faraday Aesthetic
He had left everything he knew behind. Started off on a grand adventure, to see new worlds, and experience life out of a saddle.
Joshua tip his hat, and gave the porter a smile as he settled the steamer trunk next to him. “I just need to go out front, pick up a carriage to get to my hotel?”
“Yes sir.” He motioned for a small boy, who looked to be about twelvish, wearing the uniform of the ship. “Billy here can show you the way.”
“Are you a real cowboy?” The kid stared up at Joshua taking in his jeans, button down cotton shirt, covered by a leather vest, accented by a long dark duster. Finished off with a cowboy hat and boots.
“Sure am. Born on the plains of the Wild West.” He squatted down to be closer to the kids eye level.
“You fight Injuns?” The kid asked in full wonderment.
“Actually, was good friends with a few. Good people.” He gave the boy a last smile, then stood looking down at him. “So where do we go from here?”
“My good man, I couldn’t help but overhear you, is the Wild West show back in town?”
Joshua turned to see a middle aged man wearing an expensive suit, with an actual Top hat and cane. “I’m not with Buffalo Bill’s show, just got off the ship, was seeking some culture and decided to tour Europe.”
“Well in that case, I’m Lord William Beringar, and let me show you London.” He held out his hand, smiling brightly.
Joshua took it, giving him a good handshake. “Thank you, I’m Joshua Faraday, just a simple cowboy, who’s not quite sure where to start.”
“First let’s get you settled.” He pulled out a few coins and looked down at the boy. “Make sure his trunks arrive safely and untouched.”
“Yes sir.” He nodded eyes wide at the extra coins. “Will do, sir.”
Joshua tipped his hat, gave his thanks to the Ship steward who was kind to help him, the past few weeks, and then followed Lord Beringar out into the streets of London. He ignored the stares, second glances, and comments as he made his way down the street, following William who was talking about his trip to New York, and how he had wanted to visit the West, but hadn’t realized how far away it was from the city.
“It’s a vast country.” Joshua gave him a small smile. “I’ve only seen portions of it, mostly the middle and from the back of horse. But there is still so much to see, once I’ve finished touring the old cities, I want to travel more of my home before settling down.”
“Do you have a little lady back home?” He asked with a grin, knowing he had gotten the western lingo accurate.
“No. My life wasn’t suited for marriage. I got some years yet, before … ” He suddenly stopped, turned and grabbed the hand of the teenager who was trying to take off with his wallet. “Nice try kid, but last I checked you’re not supposed to feel me up in the process.”
“Oh shite.” He stared at Joshua with wide eyes, as he backed up bowing his head. “Sorry Jake didn’t recognize ya’ in the cowboy get up. I had no idea the Rooks were out this far.”
“Who the hell is Jake or these Rooks?” Joshua asked with a frown.
“I get it.” The kid glanced at Lord Beringar, then gave another bow to Joshua. “I’ll be goin’ now, sir.” And with that he turned and disappeared into the crowd.
“Well that was odd.” Joshua turned back to William, giving him a shrug. “Show me this city of yours.”
Now, that’s promising