Chapter 20: Aphrodite

'We need you to watch the wind indicator for us. Whenever it shifts, you need to tell us so that we adjust the sails accordingly', Sebastian explained as he pointed at the dial that I was supposed to be watching.

'We'll let you know if anything else needs to be done', Henrik said, mainly to assure me that they've got my back.

'On it', I said confidently. How hard could it be to watch an indicator move? I've certainly done worst tasks than that. Try balancing a tray of alcoholic beverages, for once.

'The race is about to start', Sebastian pointed out. King Josephus stood on an elevated platform by the starting line with Harper and Queen Katerina by his sides. He held the starting pistol above his head, signaling us to get ready to race. He had a beaming smile on his face, one I've never seen on him before. It certainly made him look younger than he actually was.

'Racers, ready!', the King exclaimed.

'Here we go', Henrik said excitedly.