His years of training had ingrained in him the ability to remain calm under pressure. While others floundered in panic, Ethan’s mind remained razor-sharp. He knew that simply fleeing or panicking would only make the situation worse.
The only viable option was to confront the pirates head-on, to take decisive action to protect everyone aboard. Earlier, as Ethan had savoured his cocktail, the yacht’s gentle sway had created an almost dreamlike sense of calm. He had been lost in thought, his mind drifting over the endless expanse of the ocean.