Frigatebirds spend almost all their lives flying at sea.

The fleet headed by the "Donghai Fishery" moved forward on the South China Sea, attracting many frigate birds to dock around the mast every day, but Yang Qiwa was not in the mood to watch them.

After the fleet arrived at Protung in the chart, except for some fresh water, they did not receive much food supplement.

Because the island of Pu Luozhong, except for some savages, is almost a desert island.

Although the prince said that the geographical location here is very important, guarding the passage for ships from Persia and Tianzhu to enter the South China Sea, it did not change the desolate scene in Puluo.

Originally, according to the captain Zhu Erfu's wishes, it was almost time to consider returning because the purpose of the trip was basically achieved.

However, both Yuchihuan and Fang Yiai wanted to take this opportunity to find the Spice Island mentioned by the prince, and insisted on exploring westward for a while before returning.

Now, it has been a month since the fleet left Puluo Zhong.

However, after passing an island, the fleet actually got lost.

It stands to reason that with the compass given by Simon and the prince, you should not get lost, but for some reason, these things don't work in this sea area.

After ten days of wandering around like this, even the ordinary crew members felt something was wrong.

Yang Qiwa stood on the mast every day, holding a telescope and looking around to see if she could be of any help.

"Lang Jun, neither Si Nan nor the compass can be trusted anymore. This sea area is very weird. We have to find other ways to get out of here, otherwise we will be in trouble."

Zhu Erfu stood in front of Yu Chihuan and Fang Yiai with a sad face.

Nowadays, there is not much food on the ship. If we could not catch some fish every day to replenish it, we would probably run out of food.

However, without special fishing nets, it is impossible to completely solve the food problem on the ship just by fishing.

The most important thing is that if this continues and the fresh water runs out, then...

"Your Majesty said that the waters in the South China Sea are the most complicated, countless times more complicated than the East China Sea. I still didn't pay enough attention to it. It's all my fault!"

Yuchi Huan blamed himself a little, feeling that it was because of him that the fleet was in crisis.

"Lang Jun, the situation at sea is ever-changing. No one can predict this kind of thing, no one can blame us. The most urgent task is to lock in a direction first, keep walking in this direction, and get out of this sea area. When the compass returns to normal, we

There will naturally be a way to find the channel."

"Erfu, you have the most experience in sailing. From now on, we will listen to you. We will go how you say."

Yuchi Huan didn't dare to entrust him any more.

To be honest, he was not afraid of anything, and he was a little panicked when he saw the ships wandering around the nearby waters for several days, seemingly circling in circles.

This situation is very strange and a bit beyond my understanding.

"Okay! Then we don't care what the compass says, just look at the sun in the sky and keep moving in the direction where the sun rises."

At this moment, it was not the time to be polite, Zhu Erfu immediately began to direct the fleet to turn.

However, there is an old saying that if the house leaks, it will rain all night.

When people are unlucky, drinking cold water will clog their teeth.

The fleet had only been traveling for two days, but Zhu Erfu's expression changed.

"Erfu, what's wrong? Could it be that you went to the wrong place again?"

Yu Chihuan had been studying humbly with Zhu Erfu for the past two days, and naturally he quickly noticed that Zhu Erfu's state seemed not to be right.

"Lang Jun, our big trouble is coming!"

Zhu Erfu's face turned pale, and his voice couldn't help but tremble a little.

"What's the big trouble?"

"Hurricane! We're going to have a hurricane!"

Zhu Erfu felt despair for the first time.

Walking on the sea and getting lost is a scary thing, but encountering a hurricane is scary.

Usually, few ships that go to sea can return smoothly after encountering hurricanes.

Although the clipper boats of the East China Sea Fisheries are very suitable for navigation, they are also relatively large and can withstand larger winds and waves.

However, in the face of hurricanes, they are still as fragile as a newborn baby.

"A hurricane is coming?"

After hearing Zhu Erfu's words, Yuchihuan's expression changed.

In the past few years, when sailing in Dengzhou and Japan, I have not encountered a hurricane.

However, the East China Sea fishery has good luck.

Or when the hurricane comes, the fleet is still in Dengzhou and has not set off.

Or he has already arrived in Japan.

Occasionally, I encountered a big storm once or twice while at sea, and I got through it without any danger.

Now, Zhu Erfu said that the hurricane is coming!

This is really troublesome.

Could it be that the good luck of the East China Sea fishery has been used up?

"Brother Yuchi, Captain Zhu, the storm on the sea seems to have indeed become stronger."

No one paid much attention to it before, but now that she looked more carefully, Fang Yiai found that the storm was getting bigger.

"Command, all ships' foresails and mizzen sails are lowered, the mainsail is lowered by half, and all moving objects on the deck are to be cleared or secured."

Zhu Erfu took a deep breath and began emergency command.

There is no way to escape. Look at the weather, the hurricane will arrive in a few hours.

So Zhu Erfu simply made preparations for the hurricane.

In this way, maybe everyone will be more likely to survive.

"Captain Zhu, if you lowered the sails, wouldn't it mean that you're going slower?"

Fang Yiai was a little confused and couldn't help but ask.

"Mr. Lang, you are right. The sail has been lowered, and now we are walking slower. However, as the wind becomes stronger and stronger, if the sail is not lowered, the hurricane will blow the sail or mast; even if it is

Our sails and masts are strong enough, and hurricanes can blow our ships over, and a wave can sink them."

Zhu Erfu is the captain, he only needs to give orders and does not need to operate it himself.

Therefore, there is still time to give Fang Yiai a brief explanation.

Besides, Yuchi Huan and Fang Yiai have the highest status in the fleet. If they cannot understand their orders, it will be a hidden danger.

Maybe these two gentlemen would jump out and object at some point.

Yuchi Huan: "Yi Ai, if you have any questions, let's ask them after the hurricane has passed."

After hearing what Yu Chihuan said, Zhu Erfu breathed a sigh of relief.

It seems that at least I don’t have to worry about my opinions not being implemented.

The waves were getting higher and higher, and waves splashed onto the deck from time to time.

The sea breeze became stronger and stronger, making the canvas whistle.

After urgently strengthening the mast and guardrail, fixing things on the deck, and pulling some cables on the deck, Zhu Erfu let all irrelevant personnel enter the cabin, leaving only a minimum number of people on the deck to control the ship.

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Dark clouds blew by and the sky slowly turned black!

Crackling!

Big raindrops began to fall on Zhu Erfu's face, on the deck, and on the sea.

A storm has arrived!

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The hurricane is cold! It is not as warm as the spring breeze, nor as refreshing as the autumn wind.

It is like the roaring waves of the Yellow River and the roaring of a lion.

Zhu Erfu tied a cable around his waist and stood next to the helmsman, commanding the ship to adjust its position at any time.

Dark clouds were gathering, thunder was booming, and it was pouring rain.

The ship was surrounded by a vast expanse of white, and Zhu Erful couldn't even see the shadows of the other two ships nearby.

At this time, we can only do our best to ensure the fate of the people.

Zhu Erfu prayed silently for the two ships.

At night, the rain became heavier and the wind became stronger.

Zhu Erfu simply took a few mouthfuls of dried whale meat and continued to stay on the deck, soaked all over.

Inside the cabin, everyone was in a very depressed mood.
To be continued...