Fascinating.

[... he wrenches himself from his intrigue with some difficulty and sips his tea again.]

When I come back... maybe you can help me with something? I'm trying to keep a certain pirate off my boat. Miss Nami is watching her while I'm away, but the truth is it's only a matter of time before Sparrow takes a run at her.

I was wondering if you knew anything that could prevent a hijacker from boarding.