Voice;

[mopirates_moproblems]

Some time ago, I posited the idea of building a ship. While it was met with derision by some -- [You know who you are.] -- recent events have convinced me that there is no other reasonable course of action.

We are entering a time of ease now, and I feel very strongly that we must act before the next catastrophe arises. While we have the opportunity and the materials, we can construct a proper ship. This will give us the freedom to explore beyond the turtle's shell, and give us a means of escape, should it sicken again.

I believe there is enough wood from the homes destroyed when the satellite fell to salvage and build a modest ship. It will not hold all of us, but it is a fine start. With more mobility, I believe we can find the materials we need to make a proper go of it.

For those who question my qualifications, I am an Admiral of his Majesty's navy, formerly in the employ of the East India Trading Company. I have more than the proper qualifications to oversee the construction and voyages of such a vessel.

Comments

[mopirates_moproblems]

[And it's disconcerting. James is very used to dealing with bumbling lords trying to stick their noses into things and causing more trouble. Weatherby, bless him, had been a wonderful man, but a bit of a buffoon.]

Well enough, I hope.

[cowled]

[Bruce laughs, holds his hands in the air in a gesture of tacit surrender.]

Sorry, I expect you don't have the time to entertain a layman such as myself. But I would like to meet and discuss certain aspects of your endeavour, if you'd be amenable to it.

[mopirates_moproblems]

Yes, of course.

[He can hardly say no, not if he intends to take advantage of the man's funding. Buffoon or no.]

I am of course available at your earliest convenience, Mr. Wayne.

[cowled]

Oh, don't trouble yourself overmuch. I can make time whenever, I'd rather have you focused on the task at hand as much as possible. Say... next week, or the one following?

[mopirates_moproblems]

Sooner might be more convenient, for all involved. We could get underway immediately.

[cowled]

I understand your concerns, of course. Would tomorrow evening work for you, then?