You keep at it

The Emerald Grace continues its course away from the pirates. The other ship shoots, but Elena is able to dodge the projectile. Next it is you whom are firing, scoring a perfect hit as the two vessels keep burning their engines at full capacity.

You exchange shots again. The pirates miss, but you manage to hit them. Elena is just perfect!

You take another glance at their elliptical course. They are still gaining on you. You realize, at this rate they will be soon right on top of you.