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Everyone had a good harvest tonight, and tomorrow they would have to wake up early to guard the Mini Air Force. Sitting on the boat, smoking a cigarette and downing a few bottles of beer, they were all preparing to head back to sleep, ready for a big haul the next day.
Just as they were enjoying their drinks, a call came from the Drilling Platform, which left Shi Tian somewhat puzzled. With so many Fishing Boats around, why were they specifically calling for him?
Rushing to the cockpit, Shi Tian picked up the radio and replied, "This is the Mini Air Force, receiving you loud and clear. Please go ahead!"
"Where's Air Force? Have him respond!" As soon as Shi Tian replied, there was a brief pause on the other end before they called out for Air Force again.
Hearing this made Shi Tian feel a bit more at ease. They were looking for Air Force, so that was fine; as long as it wasn't trouble, he was relieved.
"No, I’m just using his boat to go fishing." Shi Tian didn’t bother to ask why they were looking for Air Force; such matters weren’t his concern. Shi Ye had connections that were wild, and Air Force’s connections were even wilder. Despite usually being low-key, Lu Ya had even more surprising ties. If they were calling for Air Force, it was better to clarify Ming Yi's identity in advance.
"Not Air Force? You can take his boat out? Wait there; I’ll come over shortly!"
This left Shi Tian scratching his head. They were clearly looking for Air Force, but he had already stated that Air Force wasn’t available—why did they still want to come over? It seemed they wanted to board the ship.
Unable to make sense of it all, Shi Tian hung up the radio and quickly dialed Air Force on the Satellite Phone as the boat's engine roared to life.
"Hey, Jun Ge, do you know the people who are coming? They just said over the radio that they’re coming to board!" As soon as the call connected, Shi Tian hurriedly asked.
He could see someone descending from the Drilling Platform and boarding a small boat; judging by their speed, they would arrive in three to five minutes.
"Are you out fishing for Tuna? Did you catch anything?" Ignoring Shi Tian's inquiry about the incoming visitors, Air Force asked if he had caught any fish.
"I’m not called Air Force; how could I not catch fish? Let me tell you, I’ve got one weighing several kilograms that I just dragged into the ice hold! I’ll send you pictures when I get back!" Feeling proud of himself, Shi Tian looked at the approaching small boat and wondered what their purpose was.
"Do we have any cigarettes on board? Pack them two cigarettes when they arrive and grab a bottle of liquor too. That guy is picky; he only drinks Moutai. I have some in my room; just bring him a bottle. He’s afraid you’ll come by with fish!"
As he said this, Air Force added with a smirk, "That bastard is shameless; remember to lock my room door tight!"
The Drilling Platform had designated work areas and living areas; smoking was prohibited in work areas while there were dedicated smoking rooms in living areas where one could smoke during breaks. As for alcohol on the Drilling Platform, Shi Tian wasn’t sure if it was allowed or not. However, from what Air Force implied about needing to pack things carefully, it seemed like it might be sensitive.
With time running out before the small boat arrived, Shi Tian hurried into Air Force's room and took out a bottle of Moutai before locking the door securely.
Worried that the person Air Force mentioned might be cunning, Shi Tian took the key to Air Force’s room separately and stuffed it under his pillow before grabbing two cigarettes and wrapping them in a black plastic bag.
Once he finished everything up, the small boat approached Mini Air Force's stern and tossed over a rope while calling out for Scallions and Ginger to help tie it down.
Without Shi Tian's signal, none of them dared to tie the ropes. When Shi Tian emerged from the cabin, the people on the small boat exchanged glances at the black bag in his hand and smiled slightly; it was settled, this little guy was on the right track!
As they helped him secure the ropes, the two men on the small boat did not rush to board. Instead, they began moving boxes onto the Mini Air Force. Mahi Mahi, live squid, and Sea Red Spot were being loaded as if they were free, making Wang Ergou and the others watch with wide eyes.
"This box is filled with live squid. You can toss them into the Living Water Tank for tomorrow's Zao Kou catch! Those fish were caught on the platform and can't be eaten; freeze them in the Ice Chamber!"
Once everything was moved, a Xiao Ping Tou jumped onto the boat, reached out to take the items from Shi Tian's hands, opened a small gap to take a peek inside, and immediately grinned. He handed the items over to the people on the small boat and casually untied the ropes. As the small boat tipped, he turned and headed toward the platform.
This Pingtou Ge showed no intention of leaving. He patted Shi Tian on the shoulder and said, "I was wondering how that kid from Air Force managed to run off abroad; how come someone can still drive his boat here to fish?"
After saying that, he made himself at home, diving into the cabin to check if Air Force's room was locked. Seeing it was secured, he shook his head and opened the refrigerator, pulling out half a bottle of Moutai left by Air Force’s crew. Grabbing a cup, he headed up to the deck.
"You guys came fishing last month too?" After downing a drink, Pingtou Ge enjoyed himself while squinting at Shi Tian.
Pingtou Ge's demeanor startled a few of them into hesitance about sitting down. With a gesture from Shi Tian, they finally took their seats; they needed to eat quickly since they had to wake up early tomorrow!
"Last month? We came once; we were on a big ship!" When Pingtou Ge mentioned last month, it was definitely about Air Force.
"Why did you come back so early then? When I called on the radio after my shift that night, I couldn't find you!"
Recalling how Air Force had slipped away last time made Pingtou Ge wear an expression of regret. The Air Force was not something Mini Air Force could compare with; it had plenty of good smokes and drinks. Unfortunately, Air Force rarely came to the platform; seizing such an opportunity was not easy!
The cigarettes were no big deal—there were plenty on the platform—but good liquor was another matter. Those little Fishing Boats would definitely have some good stuff; even if they did, he wouldn't dare ask for any!
"Was that last time really about fishing? It felt more like just cruising around." Pingtou Ge brought this up, causing Shi Tian to feel frustrated.
"Last time we just took a stroll; we went back when it got dark." With a sigh, Shi Tian waved his hand and said, "Pingtou Ge, try some dishes; taste my master's cooking. You probably won't find such good skills anywhere else!"
Life on an offshore drilling platform wasn't easy. They said shifts changed every thirty days, but sometimes staying for forty or fifty days was normal. Since Pingtou Ge mentioned last time at sea, he must have been here for nearly a month—he probably arrived right after that typhoon passed.
Hearing Shi Tian call him by that nickname made Pingtou Ge's face darken as he quickly retorted, "Do you think I'm Dharma Shark? My name is Li Ping; you can call me Li Ge or Li Ping!"
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