His heart brimmed with hope.
Steward acted quickly and soon returned with a radio, just as he had asked. This device promised to be their lifeline. It not only allowed communication with nearby vessels that could offer assistance in dire moments, but the captain realized those ships might have crucial insights into their current dilemma.

His heart brimmed with hope.
Reaching out, will they answer our desperate call?
He flicked the radio switch before transmitting his message. “This is Captain Reynolds of The Amberjack, urgently requesting expert aid concerning a polar bear crisis. Do you read?” His voice carried a desperate hope that a vessel with scientists might catch his call and provide assistance. He dared to believe they might understand the implications of this unusual behavior.

Reaching out, will they answer our desperate call?
