Survival at Sea: From a Small Wooden Boat to an Aircraft Carrier

Ship upgrades + a clash of races + a lighthearted power fantasy. From the start, I've got nothing but a rickety little boat. I'm the lucky one, and the whole world revolves around me. It's a solo run at first, then I take off later. The characters keep their wits about them. The male lead lives by this motto: I know plenty of big shots, but they all call me boss!