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The weather changed suddenly, with high winds and rough waves. The misty rain that had just started had turned into a downpour, yet it did nothing to dissipate the fog over the sea. Since the large ship could not dock directly, a small boat was needed to come and assist.
Poor visibility made it difficult for everyone to see clearly, increasing the risk of collisions. If it weren't for Luzi having an urgent reason to return, the captain of the Xianyang Ship would have denied this departure from the island. To ensure the safety of the rescue vessel, he ordered someone to stand at the bow to observe the situation ahead and strike a gong as a warning.
As they approached the pickup point, the Xianyang Ship slowed down. Fortunately, the rescue boat responded to their signal. When the sound of the gong echoed through the fog, the captain immediately ordered to drop anchor.
Everyone was eagerly waiting when suddenly someone shouted a warning. Before long, they heard the sound of water being parted. A small boat emerged from the thick mist, bobbing up and down. The rescue boat had evidently spotted the shadow in the fog and slowed down while trying to draw closer and throw out a rope.
Perhaps due to only having personnel without supplies, there was only one rescue boat this time. With help from the crew, those returning jumped onto the small boat one by one. Luzi waited until no second rescue boat appeared and hurriedly asked, “Who is the captain? How will you get us ashore?”
The captain of this boat was clearly not among those helping on deck; he seemed busy in the cabin. Hearing Outside being questioned repeatedly, he finally strolled out holding a Wine Gourd.
According to protocol, it is customary for the captain to personally see off an official leaving the ship. This is a matter of etiquette and respect for leadership. This man clearly did not care about such formalities; he stepped out, glanced at the surrounding fog, and then at Luzi. “I am the captain of this ship! Why hasn’t your lord left yet!?”
As Luzi got a closer look at this rough-voiced man, he noticed his appearance. Aside from being slightly shorter than average, his body was muscular and well-defined. His dark skin was evidently tanned from years of exposure to sun and wind, which accentuated his rugged face and calm demeanor.
Luzi sensed anger in his tone and realized it stemmed from his insistence on leaving the island. If it weren't for this skilled individual commanding the ship, returning safely would be uncertain. Thinking this over, he smiled and said, “The winds are strong now, but I didn’t know…”
The captain clearly took no offense; he raised his calloused hand and waved it dismissively. He shouted at his crew, “What are you all standing around for!? Hurry up and get him off the ship!” After saying that, he turned to leave. However, noticing that Luzi did not seem angry after all made him reconsider; he turned back and bowed respectfully.
“Sir! The wind will pick up soon! If we don’t leave now, it will be too late! Scoundrel speaks like this all the time; please don’t take offense!”
It’s best to listen to experts in any situation!
Since the captain was present, Luzi dared not waste any time and quickly made his way down the rope with the help of others after exchanging a fist salute with the burly man from Qi State.
Once Luzi safely disembarked, the crew member on the receiving boat caught the rope thrown down from Above. They waved to each other and hurriedly set sail. The sea breeze had picked up significantly since earlier, splashing seawater from the bow of the small boat.
Having experienced the earlier adventure, it was clear what true skill meant. Luzi was evidently concerned about the sailors aboard the Xianyang Ship, as they were invaluable to him. He pulled over a crew member standing in front and asked how everyone on the big ship would return to land. The response he received was that they would wait on board until the weather improved.
Luzi was perplexed and asked, "Why is that?"
The responding crew member quickly explained, "There are no sheltered harbors nearby, so our ship cannot dock to ride out the storm. If no one stays on board to control the direction, the strong winds that follow could damage our ship!"
A ship can be rebuilt, but a person cannot be replaced!
Confirming this answer, Luzi stood up and intended to have someone quickly notify them to send several rescue boats to pick up people from the Xianyang Ship. Before he could say anything, a large wave surged and drenched everyone on board with seawater. The bitter and salty water nearly choked them, causing them to bend down and cough violently.
Swallowing hard while still tasting saltiness, Luzi took a breath and finally realized they were at sea. Even if he wanted to notify personnel for assistance immediately, he would have to wait until they returned to land. Moreover, the cabin was already overcrowded; even if they went back for more people, there wouldn't be enough space. With that thought, he slammed his thigh in frustration. "If only... whatever! Ugh! This is all my fault!"
The brothers participating in the island landing operation and responsible for transportation were all raised by the sea and were carefully selected by Meng Wu and Xun Ke. For these seasoned sailors who dealt with the sea regularly, this situation was actually manageable.
"My lord! I have something to say, though I'm unsure if I should."
Facing the vast misty expanse, Luzi felt a newfound respect for the sea. If it weren't for their insistence on leaving the island, perhaps the Xianyang Ship would not have encountered this storm. Based on these old sailors' experience, he believed they would have left this area early and found a suitable place to avoid the tempest.
At that moment, the small boat rocked even more violently, with its bow frequently plunging into the surging waves. Having just experienced drinking salty water, those in the cabin managed not to choke again. Even so, it was inevitable that they would occasionally get splashed once more.
The one speaking, Brother, came over and sat down, saying, "There are no adults here! You and I are brothers, so there's no harm in talking!" Before he finished speaking, Li Xin suddenly started to vomit.
Sun Thirteen helped by patting his back while muttering, "What’s wrong with you? Where did your heroic spirit go?" Just then, seeing Li Xin leaning against the side of the boat and struggling to vomit saltwater without any strength left, Sun Thirteen felt a pang of sympathy and shared his distress. So he stopped talking and unbuckled his belt to tie up the vomiting Li Xin to prevent him from being thrown overboard by the waves.
Lu Ziran wanted to ask Xiao Yu'er sitting beside him if he had any remedies for seasickness, but when he turned to look at Xiao Yu'er’s pale face, he decided against it. He signaled Jiao Niang to keep an eye on the seasick Xiao Yu'er, which interrupted the previous topic.
Just when everyone thought they had been swept into an unknown area by the unexpected storm, a cheer suddenly came from the front of the boat. The sound was hard to hear amidst the storm, but it instantly reignited the previously subdued enthusiasm.
As a faint black silhouette appeared ahead, it gradually became more distinct. When everyone finally saw that it was indeed land, their previously lost and helpless hearts found a sense of hope. It was as if a light had suddenly appeared in endless darkness; the excitement of seeing hope was something those who experienced it would never forget for a lifetime.
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