Of course, at present, there is no safer way than this.
If Song Chenghou suggested either raising funds or launching a counterattack, it would be much easier than preparing for both.
Although, for fishermen and their wives, neither of these options is as difficult as climbing to the sky.
"Regarding raising money, I discussed it with Xinyu;
To raise money from Chiang Kai-shek's family, to sail out to pay the ransom, and to devise a counterattack and retreat route...
All matters were to be coordinated by the second brother, who would consult with Steward Qin and his capable subordinates.
Uncle Chen and Erhua...
If it really comes to the point of retaliation, I'm afraid the fishermen will all have to fight...
My second brother will make some arrangements in this regard. Uncle Chen will be responsible for taking care of all the fishermen and Tanka people to participate in the training.
Erhua, stay on the shore and take good care of the fisherwomen and children.
We take a headcount every day, and if we find any discrepancies, we help everyone notify others to evacuate, etc.
Song Chenghou gave the order, and everyone clasped their hands in a fist salute.
After pondering for a moment, Chen Hai said, "Young Master Jiang, you two have taken our forty lowly lives to heart. We will repay you ten thousand times over for generations!"
Although we are now penniless, the eldest son took the initiative to muster the courage to discuss the ransom with Young Master Jiang...
But we still have to say this: from now on, the two hundred lives we have after we come ashore belong to the two young masters!
We will not hesitate to contribute manpower or effort; we will repay the kindness of both families whenever we have the opportunity!
Niu Erhua stood up and said, "On behalf of my brother and all the uncles and elders who were kidnapped, Erhua thanks you all for your rescue."
"I have no way to repay you, so I kowtow on your behalf!"
Just as he was about to bend down, Song Chengjian reached out and pulled him up.
"Save them first!"
Without turning his head, Song Chengjian immediately turned around and arranged for the final inspection of the large ship before it was launched.
Chen Hai jogged over to convey the consensus reached to the other fishermen and Tanka people.
Everyone turned to look in the direction of Song Chenghou and Jiang Xinyu.
Although, in the end, everyone might have to go to the front lines to fight the enemy, there was not a trace of fear in their eyes...
Only steadfastness and gratitude.
The fisherwomen heard the same information from Niu Erhua.
Their expressions were moved; they looked worriedly at their husbands and children, but then turned back to look in the direction of Song Chenghou and Jiang Xinyu...
All that remains is support and gratitude.
“Salary, now, let’s discuss the ransom issue…”
Song Chenghou invited Jiang Xinyu and Qin Shan to the shore, some distance away from the crowd.
Jiang Xinyu volunteered, "I'll send people back right now to ask my father for the money..."
Song Chenghou looked at the person in front of him, his eyes filled with worry and sincerity, "Xin Yu, have you ever thought that four thousand taels is only to save those who don't want to do it..."
"Perhaps my uncle won't lend it?"
Currently, this money is of paramount importance, and the round trip takes up most of the time.
If the people who returned to the Jiang family couldn't raise the money, all subsequent plans would be disrupted...
Furthermore, the Song family may not have enough time to think of other ways to raise money.
"Uncle Qin, please go back."
Although I'm more likely to raise the money if I go back, I don't want to go back at this crucial moment...
Knowing his parents as he did, they knew he had survived a typhoon and participated in such a dangerous event...
Once we get back, there's absolutely no way we'll let him out.
Let alone this time, I'm afraid he might never be allowed to go to sea again.
“I’ll write you a letter. If your father won’t give it to you, then give the letter to my mother…”
Regardless, for the sake of my faith, my mother won't stand idly by!
Having said all that, Song Chenghou was now quite certain that Jiang Xinyu was putting in his utmost effort to help raise the money.
Although Qin Shan looked solemn, he did not refute a single word Jiang Xinyu said.
Despite repeated expressions of gratitude, Song Chenghou remained deeply thankful.
Actively rescuing someone and being asked to do so are two different kinds of intentions.
Although he had nothing at the moment, Song Chenghou was not without his own concerns.
Jiang Xinyu's behavior will determine how Song Chenghou will treat him in the future...
I'm very pleased that Jiang Xinyu, including Steward Qin, have proven to be trustworthy people so far.
"As for the remaining salary, you can go back and talk to your uncle about it..."
It wasn't a loan, it was a transaction.
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