Alexei looked around, taking in all the details. Gripping the arm of the Captain, he got the man's attention. "I see six attackers, Captain. These vermin will stay locked up in your hold under guard until my men can return to take them into custody. Do I make myself clear?" Reaching into his pocket, he pressed three gold pieces into the Captain's chubby palm. Bending down, he lifted the girl easily into his arms, nodding at Nikolai. The plan was sound, and safer for the ladies. Walking to the carriage, he leaned in, laying the girl down before helping Liz and Ingrid up as well.<br/><br/>"PAvel will ride Zephyr in front with me, and Nikolai will be on hand to protect the carts." He reached out, touching Liz's shoulder. "Take care of them for me, Liz." He instructed, but his voice was gentle. Drawing his sword, he kept it in reach as he mounted Thor, waiting for his cousin to do the same. "She'll take care of them," he promised his czar. It was up to them to make ceertain that no got to that carriage to inflict more damage.