The Waverunner and the Intrepid crawled along the ocean towards New Portsmouth at an agonizingly slow pace. The ships' riggings were extricated from one another now, and most of the fallen rigging, debris, bodies, guts, and limbs had been tossed overboard. Most of the Crimson Moon's crew had gone over to the Intrepid. For the time being, Cassim was acting as Fyke's first mate.
David was leaning against the rail at the jib, sun setting in front of him. He would have plenty of time to sell the contents of the Intrepid's hold. Hopefully the blow they dealt to the guild, the heat would be off of them for a while. He would recommend to Karinga that they head up to Port Cirril to sell the ingots in the Waverunner's hull. Or Fyke, rather.
David was startled as Karinga walked up behind him. "Evening, Tanner."
"Captain. I hear you are taking the Intrepid once she's seaworthy again."
"Aye, I am. Fyke will make a fine Captain for the Waverunner."
David nodded. "Yes, that he will, sir."
"Which brings me to my purpose for coming up here. David, I want you to come with me on the Intrepid. I need a first mate, and you are perfect for the job."
David's eyes lit up. "Are you serious, Captain?"
"Yes. I can imagine Corwyn has asked you as well?"
"Yes, sir. He did."
Karinga smiled. "I expected as much. Well, take your time to decide. I want your answer before we leave New Portsmouth." He patted David on the shoulder and walked away.
David rested his head on his hands, staring back out to sea. 'Why can't things just stay as they are,' he thought. This would be one very tough decision, and he prayed to God against hope that he wouldn't have to make it.
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Blood of the Righteous
FantasíaMurder most foul! A noble lord is slaughtered in his manor. His three surviving children suddenly find themselves commoners. The oldest, Gabriel Ki Kalendeen, is a knight in service to the church who must balance his commitment to God with his re...
