Jiang Xinyu understood and continued to listen to Song Chenghou's analysis.
"Furthermore, the timeframe they gave..."
Five days—it's obvious they're raising money for us.
I know you have the means, but you don't right now...
If I'm not mistaken, it would take you at least four to five days to travel to and from the Jiang family's residence.
Jiang Xinyu turned to look at Steward Qin.
Qin Shan looked at the sea and nodded, replying, "That's right! Under normal circumstances, factors such as water flow speed and wind direction would affect..."
If you were to travel by small boat, the round trip would take more than seven days...
But after the typhoon, the wind is now blowing towards Leizhou and Guangdong and Guangxi...
"It would take four to five days, barely enough time, to reach the destination by sailing a large ship round trip."
Jiang Xinyu frowned slightly.
In this way, the bandits not only knew of his existence, but also knew that their large ship could be launched...
They were even familiar with the wind direction and could predict when they would need to return to raise money...
A chill suddenly ran down their spines, as if many eyes were watching them from the shadows.
"So, what do you need me to do? If you have a plan, I'll do my best to cooperate!"
Jiang Xinyu said eagerly.
Song Chenghou looked again at Jiang Xinyu and Qin Shan beside him.
With deep emotion and earnestness, he tentatively asked, "Even if it's to ask you to help raise money?"
Without saying a word, Jiang Xinyu immediately replied, "Of course! If it weren't for you and the abbot, we wouldn't even be alive right now!"
Although the fishermen didn't directly rescue anyone, I heard that they provided the fishing nets and ropes...
Besides, even without these, it's still forty lives! Not four!
Save lives first!
Seeing Song Chenghou looking at Steward Qin, Jiang Xinyu looked at Qin Shan beside him, "Right? Uncle Qin!"
Qin Shan's expression was far from relaxed. He cupped his hands in a respectful bow to Song Chenghou, saying, "I will listen to the young master's wishes and follow his arrangements."
Jiang Xinyu was willing to participate proactively, rather than waiting for others to ask...
The situation is much better than expected.
The fishermen and their wives discussed it and came to an answer.
Seeing that they were looking in Song Chenghou's direction, Song Chenghou, Jiang Xinyu, and Qin Shan walked over together.
Looking at Song Chengjian not far away, Song Chenghou asked the steady and meticulous fourth brother to take the place of the second brother and guard the explosives in the wooden barrel.
"Second brother, come over here."
After Song Chengliang left, Song Chengjian immediately came over.
Although he was some distance away at first, he already knew the general situation based on his brothers' descriptions and observations.
"Young Master, we've discussed this and decided to choose Uncle Chen Hai and Miss Erhua to represent us in this discussion."
We all listen to them.
"That's what a fisherman said."
Song Chenghou looked at the fisherman named Chen Hai. It turned out to be the same one from before—the one who seemed more composed and respected by the fishermen…
The one who went to Wan'an Prefecture to help purchase beef tendons and cow dung.
As for Niu Erhua, Song Chenghou already had an impression of her.
Indeed, they are all good candidates.
Seeing that Song Chenghou remained silent, Chen Hai spoke up, "Young Master, don't worry!"
Now that we have been elected, whatever the decision, we will represent everyone and express our opinions...
No matter what happens, it won't be blamed on you benefactors.
Besides, you've all been helping us think of solutions, we know how kind we are!
Another fisherman explained why two people were chosen to be in charge...
Everyone agreed on Chen Hai.
However, Chen Hai himself proposed to include Niu Erhua as a person in charge.
The reason is that Niu Erhua has a calm and steady personality, is opinionated, and is easy to communicate with the fisherwomen.
The fishermen and fisherwomen all had a good impression of Niu Erhua, so naturally they wouldn't object.
Hearing this, Song Chenghou, Jiang Xinyu, and others had a better impression of the group of fishermen and fisherwomen.
After all, even a Li village that has been rooted for hundreds of years cannot accommodate a female leader.
No matter how outstanding Li Jing is, it is because she is a woman that she has caused so much controversy.
The fisherman before them, however, frankly acknowledged the young woman's excellence and even offered to let her participate in discussing matters...
Respect for women and an open attitude certainly win people's favor.
This also alleviated much of the concerns of Song Chenghou and others regarding rescuing people.
After all, no one can guarantee that there will be no risks.
In the event that any injuries occur during the rescue operation, including to those involved in the rescue or to the kidnapped fishermen...
The Song and Jiang families didn't want anything in return, but if they were blamed and complained about, it would be a huge loss.
But in front of us are a group of people who are grateful and know right from wrong; at least they are willing to give it their all.
"Okay! Come on up now, let's get to the next steps!"
Song Chenghou made the final decision.
The remaining fishermen and fisherwomen dispersed, and Song Chengjian, following Song Chenghou's instructions, invited the abbot over.
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