"Xue Lin, are you sure you didn't see it wrong?"
As Jiang Xinyu asked, the Song family members beside him all became more vigilant.
Xue Lin nodded emphatically, "Young Master, you saw it yourself, the pirates who ambushed us..."
Dark yellow skin, high brow bone, jet black curly hair...
They were different from other pirates, the Li people, and the Dong people on the island.
"We've been at sea for so many years, we don't make mistakes easily. They must be from the South Vietnam region..."
Jiang Xinyu mentioned, and the crew discussed, that the rampant second wave of pirates likely came from the South Vietnam region...
Beside the crew member named "Xue Lin," another crew member appeared quite composed.
He bowed respectfully to Jiang Xinyu and the Song family, and said, "However, even if his appearance conforms to the characteristics of the Southern Yue people..."
This doesn't mean he's an accomplice of the second group of pirates...
"What's the meaning?"
Jiang Xinyu spoke up, remembering to reduce the amount for Song Chenghou and the others, "Brother, this is Uncle Qin's distant nephew—Qin Tongguang..."
Originally, Uncle Qin's intention in bringing him on this ship was to broaden his horizons, but who knew..."
Song Chenghou nodded and looked at Qin Tongguang, "Brother Tongguang, please continue."
Qin Tongguang said solemnly, "Forgive my impertinence, but the uninhabited villages on Hainan Island..."
Perhaps, the young master and the eldest son were mentioned by someone before, but were simply forgotten...
Unlike the Li people, who are a single ethnic group, the Shengdong people are a collective term for ethnic groups that live in caves.
It is mainly composed of Dong people, as well as Nan Yue people, Dai people, Japanese people, etc.
Upon hearing this, Song Chenghou and Jiang Xinyu indeed showed expressions of sudden realization.
Qin Tongguang concluded, "Even if this person is proven to be a Nan Yue person..."
Jiang Xinyu blurted out, "It's possible he didn't come from the sea, but from a remote village on an island?"
Qin Tongguang nodded, "That's one possibility, but it's also possible that he himself came from Southern Vietnam..."
The subordinate's reminder was only to prevent the young master and eldest son from misjudging his identity and overlooking other dangers.
Song Chenghou clasped his hands in appreciation, saying, "Fortunately, Brother Tongguang reminded me. Indeed, someone once mentioned the composition of Shengdong, but I had forgotten about it for a moment."
However, based on your analysis, I'm more inclined to believe he came from a cave on the island.
Jiang Xinyu had already encountered pirates twice, so Song Chenghou had nothing more to hide and recounted the previous ambush by Sheng Dong, who had disguised themselves as pirates at sea...
All relevant information was provided.
"No wonder, before I left, my older brother reminded me to be careful on the shore..."
Jiang Xinyu seemed thoughtful. "However, the pirates who are extorting us seem somewhat different from their usual style..."
Song Chenghou speculated, "They must be the pirates who previously kidnapped fishermen and were repelled by us..."
We've clashed before. Later on the shore, they tried to launch a surprise attack, but we captured them alive again...
With this level of combat strength, he shouldn't be the biggest pirate you claim to dominate the waters off Hainan Island...
At most, they could only be considered roving bandits who disguised themselves as pirates, frequently traveled around, and plundered ships and fishermen.
Jiang Xinyu nodded, "Brother, then tell me, what is this person's purpose in showing up now?"
"They've been keeping an eye on our movements. Perhaps they recognize the Jiang family's merchant ships, and seeing that we haven't moved for days..."
Everyone's been busy running around, probably sending someone to spy on the situation..."
The ultimate goal is self-evident.
If they had known that the Chiang family's merchant ships had suffered heavy losses...
Perhaps, on their way back, they'll strike hard and return to their old ways—kidnapping and selling the crew as well... who knows...
"If that's the case, I'm afraid..."
Their plan is doomed to fail!
Jiang Xinyu's eyes were firm as she turned to Song Chenghou, "Brother, this time when we go back..."
It seems I need to prepare properly before I can start over...
Use your supplies as soon as possible, and don't be stingy with your silver...
"It's okay if the things I can buy on the island are a little pricey; I'll bring you more next time I come."
Song Chenghou smiled and said no need, glancing at the person not far away who was being supported, but actually controlled, by his eighth brother—a drowning person...
Song Chenghou spoke up, "Originally, I planned to let you rest and recuperate. Now that you've been targeted..."
There might not be only one group of pirates at sea. Just to be safe, let's wait for Lao Liu to confirm that everyone's injuries are minor before we take control of this person...
You should set off as soon as possible!
Jiang Xinyu nodded solemnly. Song Chenghou summoned his second brother and inquired about the progress of the arrow preparations...
Upon learning that Song Chengjian had already forged and assembled a considerable number of arrowheads, and that explosives were readily available...
Song Chenghou waved to Song Chengjian, pointing to the person Song Chengxi was supporting.
Song Chengjian immediately understood and strode over there...
"Little Shishi, when Brother Jiang comes back next time, he will definitely bring you lots and lots of gifts..."
You have to be a good boy/girl!
Jiang Xinyu rubbed Wen Shishi's head.
They talked for so long just now, and Wen Shishi didn't make a fuss at all; she was so well-behaved that it broke people's hearts.
Wen Shishi nodded vigorously, full of anticipation.
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