"You are correct Commander," Raphael replied, gesturing for the helmsman to change course, "These scumbags won't be leaving Shipwreck Isle, and there's no point risking the lives of our crew on such a fruitless endeavour. All non-essential crew, return to your bunks to rest up. We will probably still have a powerful battle on our hands, knowing the tenacity of these pirates."

After finishing, the marine captain returned to his cabin like a shadow. He was mentally preparing himself for the losses that he would suffer in the next confrontation.