"You're going to do what?" Pentam tried to hold his words in, but the fear bubbling in his chest forced its way out.

"Build a steam cannon and use it to kill the sea serpent. Then we'll bring the rudder back to the Peregrine and make the repair." Cal looked at him as if what she described was as simple as going to the market. The bandage on her cheek made her look frail until he met her eyes and saw the indomitable spirit burning there.

"Do you know how dangerous steam ...