Stand Into Danger
““We shall do likewise.” Dumaresq stood in the centre of the quarterdeck just forward of the mizzen, like a rock. “Take in the t’gan’sls.”
Bolitho shielded his eyes as he peered up through the tracery of rigging and nets as his own men began to fist and fight the rebellious canvas. In less than an hour the tension had risen like the sun, and now, with San Augustin firmly placed on the starboard bow, he could feel it affecting every man who was near him. Destiny had the wind-gage, but by over...hauling the Spanish captain had placed himself between her and the approaches to the lagoon.
Rhodes strolled aft and joined him between two of the 12 -pounders.
“He’s letting the Don get away with it.” He grimaced. “I must say I approve. I don’t fancy a one-sided fight unless the odds are in my favour.” He glanced quickly at the quarterdeck and then lowered his voice. “What do you make of the lord and master now?MoreLess
Bolitho shielded his eyes as he peered up through the tracery of rigging and nets as his own men began to fist and fight the rebellious canvas. In less than an hour the tension had risen like the sun, and now, with San Augustin firmly placed on the starboard bow, he could feel it affecting every man who was near him. Destiny had the wind-gage, but by over...hauling the Spanish captain had placed himself between her and the approaches to the lagoon.
Rhodes strolled aft and joined him between two of the 12 -pounders.
“He’s letting the Don get away with it.” He grimaced. “I must say I approve. I don’t fancy a one-sided fight unless the odds are in my favour.” He glanced quickly at the quarterdeck and then lowered his voice. “What do you make of the lord and master now?MoreLess
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