He didn't know if it would do any good. If the ship had docked, his men would be searching for him now. It was likely that they were sailing, looking for the island in the hopes of finding him. There was no telling how long that might be.

But there was no harm in searching for the ship, if only to offer her a bit of hope. As well as himself.

"I nearly was, but I was rescued by my father's man." It seemed almost a lifetime ago, though it was not far from his mind now. "If I am able, I will return you home, your highness." He offered her his hand. "We can try to find the docks. It might be there."