The Sea Witch's 'boys' comment didn't really phase Fisher. While not a lover of boys himself, he was the Captain of the 'HMS BoyLove' and Kohl tended to parade around as a man... when she was here, so it was understandable the others might think he got his jollies that way. "I would propose a small modification to the plan, in that I would like to attack while you are disabling one of their vessels, Mariula. Essentially, you set one vessel ablaze while we assault the other. That way we'll have a chance to rescue more of the slaves. I cannot help but think that Cynis retainers wouldn't worry overmuch about freeing the slaves in their hold as the vessel sinks, and I would just as soon not be responsible for such a massacre, even in part."<br/><br/>He smiled and inclined his head, "I know I'm considered to be an idealist, but I feel we have a duty to be better than those we overthrow, not just stronger. Even with our reduced forces, we have more than enough might to do this, and I am willing to stake my life, and that of my crew upon my principles. So, before Starfall, Mariula, after making the preparations she needs, attacks one vessel, while I lead my ship in battle against the other. I would prefer to face the Emerald Serpent. I'm looking forward to meeting her captain again."