In a world where the ocean's depths hide ancient secrets and dangerous foes, one crew sails on the razor's edge between survival and destruction. Captain Austin commands the Sugar Rush, a state-of-the-art submersible with a crew as mismatched as they are determined. Their mission? To protect the second princess of Imperial Tokyo, Nobuko, after a daring rescue from the wreckage of a royal yacht destroyed by mysterious attackers. As they race across treacherous waters toward the fortified city of Madrid, they face relentless pursuers—rogue AIs, underwater beasts, and political factions that would rather see Nobuko dead than in a position of power. But their journey isn’t just about survival. The crew—Austin, a smuggler with a troubled past; Boyle, a former slave engineer desperate for freedom; and the ship’s AI, Sugar Rush, with a mind of her own—must navigate not only the dangers of the deep but also their own fractured loyalties and personal demons. As alliances shift and betrayals mount, Austin and his crew must decide who they can trust in a world where even the closest ally could turn on them for the right price. The stakes grow ever higher as they uncover a conspiracy that threatens not only Nobuko’s life, but the fragile balance of power between nations. Will they make it to Madrid before the dangers of the sea—and the political games of the surface—consume them? Or will the Sugar Rush and her crew sink into oblivion, another casualty of the dark secrets lurking beneath the waves? Sea Raider: Race to Madrid is a gripping sci-fi adventure filled with action, intrigue, and a deep dive into the human (and AI) condition—perfect for fans of high-stakes political drama and fast-paced maritime escapades. Story is Complete, and is undergoing editing with AI assistants - Short Story with estimate 30,000 words spread over 11 Chapters  Release rate : Completed - Short Story Release Schedule: 12th Saturdays 15:00 -16:00 GMT+0 (Last Release excluding Edits)  Edits: As and when needed and any assistants would be appreciated Chapter Length: 2000-3000