Chapter 94: Attack Of The Pirates (I)
"Sail ho!" A thunderous shout echoed from the crow’s nest, instantly reaching Eric’s ears.
The knight scrambled to his feet, eyes scanning the horizon for any signs of vessels. He furrowed his brow in confusion, muttering to himself, "Huh... we haven’t passed any ship so far. What vessel could it be?"
As he stood alone on the main deck after the other knights scattered while Ayden and Rafe returned to their cabin, Eric heard hurried footsteps approaching from aft.
"Hear me, Sir Navin! We’ve got ourselves a mighty problem on our hands!" the shipmaster cried out, his face contorted with fear.
Eric spun around to face the man, his eyes narrowing in concern. "What sort of problem is it?" he inquired.
The shipmaster gulped, his voice trembling as he spoke. " By the beard of Neptune, Sir! A pirate ship has sighted us, and they be comin’ at us with full sails!"
"Pirates?" Eric exclaimed, his voice laced with disbelief. "The Cassian Sea hasn’t seen pirates in ages. Are you certain?"
The shipmaster nodded vigorously, his expression grave. "I swear on me mother’s grave, Sir Navin. The Jolly Roger flies high on their mast, and they’re comin’ at us with all their might!"
Eric wasted no time, sprinting towards the stern castle to get a better look. He could see the pirate vessel closing in on them even without the spyglass.
The black flag, adorned with the dreaded skull and three swords, left no doubt about their intentions.
"D*mn it! It is a pirate ship!" Eric exclaimed, turning to the shipmaster. "Fear not! The knights of Gerhard shall fight by your side!"