The voice of Captain Mike on the other end of the line was filled with challenge: "During these fifteen days, you are no longer a trainee. You are the Apprentice Captain of this vessel."
"Riven and I are your first mates. Except in extreme situations where the safety of the ship is at risk, we will not interfere in any of your decisions. But we will record every mistake you make."
"After fifteen days, if you can safely bring Polaris back to Fort Lauderdale, and your performance satisfies us."
"I, Mike Montgomery, will personally sign off on ASA certifications from 101 to 106, and even 108 (offshore sailing)."
"We'll replace all the dull courses with a real ocean voyage."
"So, are you daring enough to accept this challenge, natural-born captain?"
A flame brightened in Lin Yu'an's eyes, even more so than ever before.
"Why not?"
"Excellent!" Mike seemed to have anticipated this answer long ago.
