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"Miss Yu, a strong wind is blowing!"

Another day passed as the ship sailed at sea when suddenly the sky changed, and the wind and clouds rose. Xiang Gang strode into the main cabin and reported to Yu Wanran and the other two, who were discussing the route.

Seeing Yu Wanran's solemn expression, Yan Cheng'an and Gao Huai'en wondered what had happened, so they quickly followed her onto the deck.

At first, the two felt nauseous and vomited and couldn't eat anything after boarding, but they've now basically gotten used to life on board. However, sitting in the cabin, letting it rock, is a completely different experience from being outside.

The wind was picking up, the sky was filled with dark clouds, and the turbulent sea was a deep black. Like a roaring monster, it pushed the waves higher and higher, crashing against the bow of the ship, splashing water onto people's clothes!

The feeling of being so small and helpless caused both Yan Cheng'an and Gao Huai'en to change their expressions.

"Ranran, the waves are so big, hurry up and get into the cabin!"

Yan Chengan quickly pulled Yu Wanran back.

Yu Wanran's legs were nailed to the deck. She remained unmoved despite the ship's rocking and swaying. She waved and instructed Xiao Ze, "Take good care of your young master!"

He turned and headed straight for the bow of the ship, issuing a series of commands to the sailors.

"Reduce speed and control course! Position the bow directly against the waves to avoid the boat swerving to the side!"

"Send some people to check if the railings and handrails are secure, and to fasten the tools and goods properly!"

"Send more people to close the doors, windows, and ventilation openings, and check the ship's drainage system!"

Yu Wanran shouted loudly.

"Where is the flag bearer? Quickly signal the ship behind and relay the order!"

Under her methodical command, the sailors, who were initially somewhat disorganized on their first long voyage, quickly calmed down and began to work together according to her instructions.

Several flashes of light streaked across the gloomy, dark sky, followed by a deafening thunderclap overhead! After the lightning, a torrential downpour ensued.

Fortunately, these were carefully selected warships, which braved the waves and the wind to move forward despite the difficulties.

Yan Cheng'an refused to return to the cabin, clinging tightly to the ship's railing and following behind Yu Wanran. Xiao Ze had no choice but to stay with Wang You and protect their master closely.

Wave after wave crashed onto the deck, soaking everyone to the bone.

Yu Wanran turned around and glanced at Yan Chengan, who was following closely behind her. She frowned slightly and reached out to grab his arm without any hesitation.

Yan Cheng'an's fancy but ineffective martial arts are nothing compared to Xiao Ze's! What if something unexpected happens?

If even one person loses their footing, they will be swept into the sea by the wind and waves, leaving no trace of their body.

Despite the dangerous situation, the other person stubbornly stayed close to her. Undeniably, she felt a touch of gratitude.

The ship safely weathered the most dangerous area of ​​storms and waves.

However, before everyone could even feel relieved that the storm had subsided, a sailor suddenly pointed ahead and shouted, "Look! It looks like there are a few ships coming from ahead!"

At first glance, they were thought to be surviving ships swept ashore by a storm. However, upon closer inspection, the several dark, somewhat dilapidated and rotten ships were found to be flying black skull and crossbones flags at their bows!

Everyone's eyes widened.

"They're pirates!"

Yu Wanran snapped to attention and was the first to react: "Everyone, grab your weapons, bring out the cannons, and prepare for battle!"

Looking back, they saw that their other boat was gone, presumably separated from theirs while seeking shelter from the storm. Their remaining boat was now left to fight alone.

They appeared to have large warships and well-equipped ships. However, these naval forces were mostly used for maintaining order on the waterways and arresting salt smugglers and fugitives; they had never experienced large-scale combat.

These ships in front of us are carrying a pirate fleet that is equivalent to an army and has long been terrorizing the seas!

Preliminary estimates suggest the opposing force numbers at least five or six hundred. Lacking a follow-up ship, they are at a numerical disadvantage.

Yan Chengan and Gao Huaien realized the seriousness of the situation.

Seeing several pirate ships speeding towards them at full speed, they hurriedly assisted Yu Wanran and called on the officers and soldiers to obey orders and fight.

Several dark cannon barrels protruded from both sides of the ship. The sailors quickly loaded ammunition and, at the command of their naval commander, fired again and again at the oncoming pirate ship.

The cannons roared and boomed, and the pirate ship, which had been poised for battle, was thrown into chaos.

Clearly, they hadn't expected that the lone large ship they encountered would possess such formidable firepower.

One of the pirate ships, unable to dodge in time, was hit by a cannonball, and its hull immediately burst into flames. The other two pirate ships swerved to avoid it, and collided with it!

As the enemy swarmed into the water like dumplings being dropped into a pot, and the burning ship slowly sank, Yu Wanran and the others didn't even have time to cheer.

Because the remaining two pirate ships, one large and one small, were rapidly closing in on their vessel. As the ships passed each other, the two pirate ships threw out long grappling hooks and attached them to the sides of their ship.

A group of pirates dressed in a motley collection of colors and carrying various weapons, whistling and laughing loudly, fiercely climbed up the grappling hooks toward their ship.

If these guys manage to board the ship, we're in big trouble!

Yu Wanran led the group, disregarding the still-smooth wind and the rocking of the boat, and rushed forward, drawing their swords and spears and stabbing wildly, cutting down these desperate men one by one.

But the pirates were like a swarm of fearless cockroaches, and there were just too many of them. They could always sneak up to the bow of the ship in corners that the pirates couldn't reach.

Once attacked from both sides, sailors who have little combat experience will expose their lack of practical skills.

Fortunately, Yu Wanran, Gao Huaien, and Wangyou were all exceptionally skilled in martial arts, striking east and west with deadly precision, making them unstoppable. None of the pirates could get close! Even Yan Chengan and Xiao Ze, who were close behind the three, managed to kill several pirates.

In the midst of the fierce battle, a pirate who had just climbed onto the warship hid in a corner and secretly blew a cold arrow at Yu Wanran, who was fighting bravely against the enemy!

From Yan Cheng'an's angle, he could just happen to see this cold arrow!

"careful!"

In a moment of impulsiveness, without thinking, he lunged forward and shielded Yu Wanran from behind!

Yu Wanran heard the whistling wind and was about to dodge when Yan Cheng'an slammed into her hard. She heard the sound of an arrow piercing flesh and felt Yan Cheng'an's body slide softly towards her. Her scalp went blank for a moment, and she was completely stunned.

"idiot!"

Yan Cheng'an raised his head, his face twitching with pain, and his eyes were full of grievance, confusion, and accusation as he looked at her!

Yu Wanran reached out to support him, not even wanting to tell this idiot...

She could have easily dodged that arrow! She never dreamed that Yan Cheng'an would suddenly jump out and shield her from it.

"Second son!"

Ozawa's eyes were bloodshot as he cut down two pirates blocking his way and charged forward.

Yu Wanran hurriedly checked Yan Cheng'an's injuries. Fortunately, the arrow was not poisoned, and the wound was not in a vital area.

She handed Yan Cheng'an over to Xiao Ze, and called back the valiant Wang You, asking them to protect Yan Cheng'an and take him back to the cabin for emergency treatment.

remaining people……

She exuded a murderous aura and charged towards the pirate who had launched the sneak attack!

The man, armed with a bow and arrow, frantically fired several arrows at her, all of which she dodged. By the time he remembered and raised his sword to meet her attack, Yu Wanran had already darted towards him like an arrow released from a bow, decapitating him with a single stroke!