Anxious moments
The officers quickly took charge, speaking with urgency. They needed numbers, details—anything that could help them take the ship back. “How many crew members? How armed are they?” they asked. Ahmed answered as best he could, painting a clear picture of their captors’ strength. With this knowledge, the officers called for reinforcements. A raid would be their only chance, but the success depended entirely on timing. Their nerves tightened with every word.
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