When least expected, Death-wing heard the gallant shouts of his fearless foes.
“Let every one arm to the teeth!” he said.
“Stand ready to resist boarders!”
Another loud shout was given by the blue-jackets as they pulled towards the vessel.
“Pour broadsides of grape into them!” said Death-wing.
In a second the boats bumped against the ship’s sides and were made fast.
“They are upon us!” said Death-wing, brandishing his sword.
In a second the gallant tars swarmed on to the ship’s decks.
The first to spring among the Skeleton Crew was Wildfire Ned.
With a loud shout he dashed at Death-wing and cleaved him to the deck!