William's POV

 

I woke up in my cabin, stretching and rubbing my eyes to clear the sleepiness from them. Even though I'd only slept for a few hours, I felt more refreshed and ready for the day ahead than I had any right to. Suddenly, I heard a knock at my door and I sat up.

 

"Who is it?" I asked, not bothering to get out of bed as I was feeling a bit lazy.

 

"Thomas," came the response.

 

"Get ready, we're being followed by another ship," Thomas said, and my excitement turned to unease.

 

I got out of bed, feeling my heart begin to pound with concern.

 

"What should...