Pipesweet furrowed his brow. Even a 'bazillion' of his men would remain respectful to a woman. Cordelia's childish offense was unfounded. As she droned on, The Captain glanced over her shoulder to monitor his crew. Perfect, as usual. As for the girl... beauty was not brains.

"Captain Cannons, true demon or no, she belongs een ze Underworld."

The name of his rival sent a bitter taste into his mouth. Not even the sugar of the Captain's pipe could dull it. Clearing his throat, Pipesweet quickly folded the half-map away.