( This fool will see them both dead, won't he? A frustrated sigh, but Mr. Briggs relents just as he opens the creaking, long-suffering latch to enter the hull. )

I imagine the Queen Zanyra's more than competent first mate assumes command of her, while Captain Kreil learns to steer the new vessel. Typically, this is the task of the more experienced sailor.

( To learn the weight and capability of swerving and accelerating and halting a new vessel, with new protocols. )

As for the rest... your agreement was with Captain Vane. That I am aware, you have no deal in place with Captain Kreil. But that is your private matter and no concern of mine.