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“Pride often led men to foolish ends.”
― Alex Westmore, The Pirate's Booty

“Francis Drake slowly surveyed the crew surrounding his men as he calculated the slim chances of success. Then he motioned for his men to keep their swords up. “Parley it is.” Grace grinned. “Yer not as dumb as ya look, Francis. Come aboard. Alone.” His men muttered loudly, and Drake held up his hand. “Fine. I’ll come alone... on one condition.” “And that is?” “That you stop calling me Francis.” ***”
― Alex Westmore, The Pirate's Booty

“There is a shiny apple outta reach and one at yer feet. Like most men, ya set yer gaze upon that which is too high. At some point, ya will recognize that yer’ reachin’ too high fer it. Ya need ta turn yer eyes ta the ground. When ya do, I will be here.” Just”
― Alex Westmore, The Pirate's Booty