In organizing manpower and carrying out rescue operations, Song Chengjian was more experienced than Song Chenghou...
Song Chenghou stepped down and handed over organizational control to his second brother.
Once all the fishermen and Tanka people had gathered, Song Chengjian invited everyone to sit down, and then picked up a twig and drew the sea area on the ground.
He inquired in detail about the circumstances of falling into the water, as well as any unusual things he noticed before and after escaping...
Have you found any companions, and what is their condition?
The current speed and direction at that time, as well as the situation of patrols on the sea surface and shore over the past few days...
After a brief moment of thought, Song Chengjian marked out a boundary on the ground.
"Focus on looking in this direction."
His resolute expression and firm tone, without hesitation, made the fishermen and boat people present feel as if they had found a pillar of support.
Song Chengjian looked at the large ship behind him, then at the fishermen and the Tanka people, "Later, please join me in inspecting this ship before launching it..."
Brother who knows how to make masts, please help me fix it.
If you go out to sea, you should also take some of your remaining small boats with you...
As soon as Song Chengjian finished speaking, the Tanka people echoed, "Not just some, but all of them, it's only right!"
"Young Master Song, please rest assured, we will all follow your orders!"
Song Chengjian did not feel relaxed because of everyone's trust...
On the contrary, I feel an even greater sense of responsibility.
He glanced to the side at the woman and children who were gazing longingly at him...
The forty missing people were the main workforce and backbone of the group...
If the remaining workforce is taken away, it's unimaginable how the remaining people will survive should an emergency occur.
Song Chengjian simply lowered his head, and Song Chenghou immediately understood his feelings at that moment.
Song Chenghou walked in, sat down next to his second brother, and spoke to everyone in a gentle manner.
"Our understanding of the open sea is far less than yours."
It's more like showing off one's limited skills before an expert than organizing everyone.
I'm just adding some calculations and trying a different approach with everyone.
But everyone knows the dangers of the open sea better than we do.
What dangers did the missing person encounter? What dangers lurk in the open sea...?
Right now, we know nothing.
I'm not saying all this to discourage you, but to let you know that even if you go out with us, we can't guarantee your safety.
We hope everyone will discuss this with their families and, after confirming the details, provide us with a list of names from whom we can depart to search for the missing persons in the distant seas.
As soon as Song Chenghou finished speaking, the fishermen and boat people did not hesitate for a moment, but turned to look at their wives and children...
A look of reluctance appeared in his eyes.
Many people got up and went to persuade their wives...
Some of the men, not understanding, volunteered, raising their hands, "I'll go! No need to discuss it, I'm all alone, unmarried, and not afraid to die!"
"Me! I have no children either. My parents have passed away, and I only have one child. There's no need to discuss it!"
"And me! My parents passed away, and I was raised by my uncle. Now that my uncle is in trouble, of course I have to go!"
......
One by one they volunteered, but those present felt extremely saddened.
It wasn't about kinship, but about the hardships of life.
The men who were trying to persuade the wife stood up, saying, "You're not married, you don't have children, you absolutely can't go..."
At least we have a descendant, so even if something really happens, we won't feel regret.
You haven't yet tasted the joy of family reunion...
Even if you wanted to go, it wouldn't be your turn!
Having said that, he stopped arguing with his wife and children and got up to stand in front of Song Chengjian.
Song Chengjian's face was usually cold and stern, but at this moment, he also felt a stinging sensation in the tip of his nose.
Amidst the scrambling and pulling of the crowd, Song Chengjian suddenly thought of the clan chief Li Guang and the young lady Li Jing.
The people of their tribe were ignorant and mostly lacked the ability to discern right from wrong, yet they still fought hard...
These people are so good, how could he not do his best?!
"Alright, stop fighting!"
Let's draw lots!
Song Chengjian made the final decision.
"Since the situation in the distant seas is unclear..."
This time, we'll just treat it as a reconnaissance mission and won't bring everyone along.
Considering the safety situation at sea, I recommend ten people.
Song Chengjian turned around and looked at Jiang Xinyu and Steward Qin.
He spoke respectfully to Manager Qin, "Manager Qin, you have experience, do you think this number is appropriate?"
Qin Shan nodded upon hearing this, his eyes filled with undisguised admiration. "Second Young Master has thought this through carefully. This number is indeed just right."
Too few men; if they encounter pirates or sea bandits, they won't be able to fight back and will be unable to protect themselves...
Too many; if danger arises, the number of casualties will be even greater...
Song Chengjian nodded gratefully, then turned to look at him, "Two of us brothers will contribute, leaving eight..."
Song Chengjian looked at the fishermen and the Tanka people, and was about to organize them to draw lots when he heard Jiang Xinyu's voice behind him.
“We have adults. Our men have experience in long voyages and are skilled in the water; they should be able to help…”
Before Song Chenghou could politely decline, Jiang Xinyu said sincerely, "That day we fell into the water, but fortunately we were rescued by the young masters and the abbot..."
Today, others on the island are in distress; how can we sit idly by and do nothing?
"Don't worry, young master. In case of an emergency, our men might be able to get everyone to safety..."
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