The cannon ripped through the side, sending vibrations through the ship and rattling the planks and bolts.

“What the hell!” Micah yelled over the noise. “Did you signal them to attack us?”

“No,” Archie responded, looking just as confused as the panicked crew. “This is all wrong.”

“Maybe they attacked because we’re onboard,” Eric suggested.

“How would they know?” Archie asked. “This is a civilian ship with King Gerald’s flag colors.”

Another cannon exploded above them. Gunpowder filled the air and like before Micah could taste the silver. Before he called out to Laurie, she already created a whirlwind to keep it away from the crew, especially the wolves.

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