The Mutiny of the Elsinore

The narrative unfolds with a sense of impending chaos as the protagonist finds himself stranded at a pier on a frigid March morning, waiting for a tugboat that never arrives. Accompanied by an unwanted fox-terrier puppy named Possum, the character grapples with irritation and discomfort, both from the cold and the puppy's incessant whimpering. This initial scene sets the tone for a journey filled with unexpected challenges, highlighting themes of frustration and the complexities of unwanted companionship.