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Chapter 1529 Escort Fleet

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    During the trip to Luosha Island, Zhao Ran had discussed it with his teacher before and wanted to invite him and his senior brother to go together. Jiang Tenghe was also very interested. After all, this matter was indeed very important, and it was difficult for a monk to restrain himself from finding out.  thoughts.

    But he finally endured it. He had family ties, and the daughter of his daughter was less than two years old. It was the most adorable time, so who would be willing to leave?

    Zhao Ran also understands the teacher's feelings. Of course he loves him very much when he has a son. He can't even think of leaving him.  So he didn't force it. With senior brother Wei Zhizhen around, he already felt very safe.

    As for Luo Zhiqing, Senior Brother Luo and Fairy Toad Palace were competing with each other. He had to be photographed every few months and was not interested in anything else - including Wei Sanniang, whom Zhao Ran had already been optimistic about.  This is quite a headache for Zhao Ran.

    In order to go to Luosha Island, Zhao Ran specifically contacted Du Yangchen, the commander of the South China Sea Squadron of the inspection fleet, and asked if he could send a ship to escort him.

    Since the implementation of the South China Sea Strategy the year before last, the inspection fleet has formed a fleet led by the battleships Guangdong and Fujian, eight heavy destroyers, 18 frigates, 36 patrol ships, and 36 sailing ships.  The South China Sea Squadron, based on Chu Yangcheng's Yunji Island and Zhou Yumo's Jinghua Island, moved its deterrent force deep into the South China Sea, one to the west and one to the east, and accelerated the naturalization process of the South China Sea islands.

    Hearing that it was Zhao Zhiran who wanted the ship, Du Yangchen had no reason to refuse. He immediately asked Du Xingyan, who was resting in Qinzhou Port, Guangxi, to wait for a few more days. After receiving Zhao Ran, he escorted Zhao Ran to Luosha Island to perform a "confidential mission."  .

    Nearly three years have passed since the Battle of Zhongkui Island, which settled the situation in the East China Sea. The former Seventh Group of Architectural Monks has long been dismantled. After Du Xingyan successfully defeated the Archmage, he now serves as the captain of the heavy destroyer Changzhou.  But this is only the first step in his transition from an architectural monk to the navy. As an archmage, his cultivation determines that he will be promoted - as long as he is truly familiar with the command of battleships, he will be transferred to the captain of a certain battleship.  post.

    The inspection fleet is gradually forming a complete promotion and qualification system. Starting from patrol ships, the captain will be a Taoist, the frigate will be served by Huang Guan, and the heavy destroyer will be served by Jin Dan. Those who have reached the level of archmage will be qualified to command battleships.  A master refiner or a master refiner can serve as squadron commander.

    The inspection fleet has continued to receive new ships in the past two years. After the Battle of Zhongkui Island, it received eight more ships, bringing the number of battleships to fifteen.  The newly received battleships are a continuation of Longqing's four-year shipbuilding plan. The original plan was to build fifteen ships, and all the money was paid, so they had to be left behind.

    As the inspection fleet becomes larger and larger, more and more battleships are received, and the demand for archmages becomes stronger and stronger. If Du Xingyan had not been junior in the navy, he might have been the captain of the battleship Guangdong at this moment.  .

    At the same time, Du Xingyan also temporarily commanded a frigate, a patrol ship, and two wind speedboats resting in Beidi Port.  Five warships formed a small escort fleet to escort Zhao Ran to Luosha Island and guard the waters around Luosha Island.

    When he saw Du Xingyan, Zhao Ran was still a little embarrassed: "It turns out that it is Senior Brother Du who is commanding. This battle is a bit bigger. I, a humble person, am really scared."

    Du Xingyan already had some of the etiquette of the navy, and said respectfully: "It is the honor of every fleet officer and soldier to escort the founder of the inspection fleet!"

    When he saw Rong Niang also appearing in front of him, Du Xingyan's eyes were dazed for a moment, but then he corrected his attitude: "Mrs. Zhao, please come on board!"

    On the contrary, Rong Niang was a little embarrassed and said softly: "Hello, Senior Brother Du."

    The escort fleet left its post and headed south into the sea. From time to time, merchant ships of all sizes were seen along the way. In less than two hours, more than 20 merchant ships were surrounding the fleet and sailing together.

    Wei Zhizhen and Rong Niang both went into the cabin to rest, while Zhao Ran was talking to Du Xingyan on the deck.  Du Xingyan said: "In the past two years, more and more Ming ships have appeared in the South China Sea, especially the route from Qinzhou Port to Baimei Port, which is the most important waterway in the northern part of the South China Sea. Most of those who follow us go to Baimei Port.  Yes, as long as there are fleet ships sailing, they will follow them for a while, and we will also move southwest to escort them as much as possible."

    Zhao Ran asked: "The squadron has been stationed in the South China Sea for a year and a half, right? There are still blind pirates who dare to rob Ming ships."

    Du Xingyan said: "General pirates have disappeared, but there are still many pirates from Li, Champa, and Siam in this area."

    "Didn't the South China Sea Squadron launch a campaign?"

    "We have carried out two campaigns and captured more than ten boats, but the effect was not very good. Most of these pirates are fishermen from these countries. When the wind is strong, they go back to fish. Once the wind calms down, they come out to plunder. It is very  Headache."

    ?"Does Du Yangchen have any plans?"

    "Commander Du sent people to declare to these countries, asking them to strictly control and occupy the city better. He was afraid that our squadron would be too powerful, so he issued many warnings to the fishermen under his command. The effect was good, but Li and Siam turned a deaf ear.  , not very honest. Especially Li Country, I heard that their leader is not only unruly, but also very conniving. We are also planning now, planning to send the fleet to the coast of Li Country, destroy several villages where pirates gather, and give  Give them some color to see.¡±

    Zhao Ran nodded: "As long as Du Yangchen is determined, when will he do it?"

    Du Xingyan said: "Commander Du is waiting. One is to wait for the further control of the South China Sea Islands. It will probably take one and a half to two years before Taoist temples can be universally established on all the islands. When the rear is stabilized, our South China Sea Squadron will attack.  There are no worries, and it is better to integrate all forces in the South China Sea. After all, the opponent is not as simple as a pirate, and is likely to start a battle with Li Guo. Commander Du said that Commander Chen¡¯s big goal is to march eastward to Yingzhou, and the South China Sea Fleet cannot  Because my hasty attack slowed down the situation and affected Commander-in-Chief Chen's plans, we must be fully prepared."

    Zhao Ran nodded: "This idea is correct. What about the second one?"

    Du Xingyan said: "The second reason is that we are waiting for the talisman artillery. I heard that the latest talisman artillery refined by Junshan Military Industry has twice the range of the French crossbow heavy cannon and its power is also considerable. Is it true?"

    Zhao Ran said: "It is true, and it is easy to operate. Its firing rate is twice that of the French crossbow. It is easy to maintain and is not affected by rain. There are two types of Fulu artillery. The heavy cannon can shoot two miles, and the small cannon can shoot one mile.  Leixiao Pavilion has approved Junshan Military Industry's plan to sell Fulu artillery to the inspection fleet. The inspection fleet will purchase the first batch of 300 heavy artillery pieces and 900 small artillery pieces. It is planned to be completed within three years."

    When Du Xingyan heard this number, he shook his head: "The fleet is a heavy cannon user. These cannons are not enough. I don't know when the South China Sea Squadron will be able to change its equipment."

    Zhao Ran expressed that he was helpless: "This can only depend on Chen Tianshi's strategy."

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