Here's why:
* Intellectual stimulation: Jaggery, despite being a stern and sometimes intimidating figure, engaged Charlotte's mind with challenging questions and discussions about navigation, seamanship, and the world beyond the ship. This was a welcome change from the boredom and confinement of her daily routine.
* Personal connection: Though their personalities were different, Charlotte found herself drawn to Captain Jaggery's intelligence and his willingness to treat her as an equal, despite her age and gender. Their shared love for learning formed a bond between them.
* Escape from isolation: The lessons provided Charlotte with a sense of purpose and connection, helping her escape the feeling of isolation she felt as a young girl on a ship full of grown men.
While the lessons were initially a source of fear and anxiety for Charlotte, they eventually became a source of anticipation and intellectual stimulation.