I made straight for the ship roused up the men to get aboard and cast off at the stern. They scrambled to their places by the rowlocks and all in line dipped oars in the gray sea. The men in the passa?

The men quickly took their positions on the ship, ready to set sail as I encouraged them to cast off from the dock. With determination, they dipped their oars into the choppy gray sea, coordinating their efforts to propel the vessel forward. The atmosphere was charged with urgency as we prepared to navigate the waters ahead, leaving the shore behind. The camaraderie among the crew was palpable, each member focused on their task as we embarked on our journey.