"They already have boats that can sail themselves," Skulduggery reminded Solomon. "Motorboats. Not much of a challenge. I'm much more interested in the large paddle-steamer sitting in their harbour, and how they intend to sail something so large next to such steep cliffs."

He could always ask someone, or possibly even attend the ship's scheduled launch day. But where would be the fun in that?

"Ready to go?" Skulduggery asked, gesturing to the door.