Extraordinary Sailing

　　 Aiwen is not a pure idealist. The ancestors of the family have the courage to explore the unknown world. The spirit of exploring the unknown world is worthy of recognition. However, under the circumstances of being poor and vain, it would be too empty and illusory to sell iron and investment ideals.

　　 However, when I truly master the power to control his own destiny, Ivan will probably follow the footsteps of the ancestors of Galliot and choose to see the sky and water of this world!

　　 "Then... Warrant Officer Irwin, you have to come on, I'm very strict!"

　　 "Thank you, Captain, I will work hard!"

　　 After singing and talking, both my uncle and nephew laughed at the same time. The sense of alienation that had not been seen in five years gradually dissipated, and the two really began to get closer.

　　 Push the cups and change the cups, concentrate on enjoying the rare food on the table, and chat until late at night.

　　 It’s just that another episode occurred on the second day Ivan and Geer met.

　　 Early in the morning, Geer took Aiwen back to the shore and found Aiwen’s instructor Major Eugene.

　　 "Sir Gehr, early!"

　　 Seeing Geer who opened the door, Major Eugene, who was working on the documents, immediately got up and saluted. Whether it is the rank of colonel, the rank of knight, or the status of the captain of the main battleship, he needs to be treated with respect.

　　 At this time, he noticed that Ivan, who was coming in with Geer, lowered his head and did not dare to look at himself, thinking that he was young and energetic and had caused some trouble on the colonel's boat.

　　 "Did this kid get into trouble as soon as he boarded the ship? You leave him to me, and I will take care of him."

　　 Major Eugene said to clean up Aiwen, but secretly winked at Aiwen, the feeling of protection was beyond words.

　　"Hahaha, Major Eugene, Ivan didn't cause trouble, on the contrary, I want to thank you for sending him to my boat!

　　Walk around, let's go to the pub and say slowly, Aiwen and I will toast you! "

　　 Regardless of whether it’s actually breakfast time, Geer pulled Major Eugene to drink. Now Geer regards it as the benefactor who helped him and Aiwen reunite, and gave him the opportunity to make up for his friends' debts for several years, and thank him anyway before setting sail.

　　 Soon, the three of them were already seated in the tavern, and Lugel had already clarified Ivan’s situation to Eugene.

　　 "The kid is not sensible, and he didn't tell the family when he ran out. Fortunately, it was a great help to let you send it to my boat." Geer brought the glass to Eugene very sincerely.

　　" Officer Geer is polite, I am just doing my duty. I didn't think so much at the time, but I just couldn't bear to watch Ivan waste time on the communications ship.

　　 An excellent young man like him can only get the best training when he gets on the chief's boat. "

　　 Eugene was very humble, not only did not take credit, but secretly complimented the pair of uncles and nephews, and there was a smile on Geer's somewhat cold face.

　　 The two chiefs can chat together.

　　 But Ivan, who was sitting next to him, could only pretend to be a "problem child of the family", smiled and toasted Eugene several cups, and by the way, he rolled his eyes several times.

In his mind, Aiwen's image has also been quietly changed from a lonely and desolate side into a young master of the family. Eugene, who was originally sympathetic to Aiwen, would have to kick if it weren't for Gehr's still here. To Aiwen's ass.

　　 Oh, co-authoring with me to be compassionate, and finally helped you find a bright future thanks to the favor, but instead sent you to your relatives’ boat? What about it?

　　 But Eugene was not really angry either. After all, young people, there is always this kind of aggressiveness of newborn calves that are not afraid of tigers, and it is understandable that they do not rely on the family to prove their abilities single-handedly.

　　 But most of these "calves" will recognize reality after several years of severe beatings in society. Although they have grown up, they have actually been wasted for a long time, and some of the gains outweigh the gains.

　　 From this point of view, in the end, it's a good thing that I made a mistake. I really admire Aiwen, and now that his uncle, Colonel Geer, is here, his military career will definitely go more smoothly and avoid many detours.

　　 is actually very happy for him!

　　......

　　 Silver Wing stayed in Hong Kong this time for a total of two days. After a short period of maintenance of the ship, personnel repairs, and replenishment of supplies, it will continue to engage in cruise missions within the jurisdiction of the Third Fleet.

　　 And considering the outstanding ability of Colonel Gehr, their mission route risk factor will be relatively high.

　　 But the sailors are already used to this kind of life. The risk factor is high and the rewards are naturally high. As Zeng Geer said, a person who follows the rules and only wants to live a stable life cannot be a navy or even a sailor.

　　 Most of these people are audacious, and they don’t even mind breaking into the famous pirate port "Shipwreck Bay" as long as they are given enough benefits.

　　 In this atmosphere, Aiwen also officially went to sea with the ship as a navy for the first time.

　　 Wow——

　　 Wow——

　　 patrolling back and forth on the deck, the waves blooming beside him, Aiwen's mood now is different from that of leaving Leopold.

　　 Today is the new starting point for my life.

　　 During the two days when the Silver Wing was docked for resupply, Geer had introduced the general situation of the ship to Ivan so that he could quickly integrate into this new group.

　　 The old crew on this ship were all transferred from the original Tier 4 battleship following Geer.

I don’t know what they have gone through. The vacancies have not been completely filled. Official officers have been promoted internally through Gehr’s appointment, including chief navigator, chief Cao Tuo, chief sailing line, first officer, second officer, third officer, and sailor captain. , Gunner, artillery chief, etc. are all ready.

　　 But for the time being, there is only one alternate officer like him.

　　 After boarding the ship, under the arrangement of Geer, the captain, his tentative post was a herald. Responsible for conveying the instructions of some captains, and you can also go to any post on the ship to observe and learn. It can be said that it is the most conducive to the growth of an alternate officer.

　　 Have to say, this is the advantage of someone above!

　　 Otherwise, the Shangguan throws you into the cabin, and the conditions are bad. If you can’t learn anything, it’s really sad.

　　 Although the officers on the battleship were surprised that the captain treated this newcomer somewhat differently, they were not out of line. After all, he was the only alternate officer on the ship, and he didn't think much about it only when he took care of the young people and was willing to train him.

　　 This is Aiwen's request, although it is not so hypocritical that Geer treats himself equally. But temporarily concealing the relationship between the two will help Aiwen integrate into the group, and even if it is exposed after being thoroughly familiar with everyone, it will not be too far away. The relationship households seem to be beautiful, but the barriers between them and ordinary people are everywhere.

　　The only person who knows the hidden secrets in the middle part is Chris the sailor. But he is the true iron confidant of Gehr and the manager of the sailors on the ship. Sooner or later Gehr will find the opportunity to tell him that at least he should take care of Aiwen in the possible battle after going to sea.

　　Hu——

　　 Silver Wing gradually sailed out of the military port, the water surface became open and the wind gradually increased. Sailors needed to re-adjust the rigging to control the sails in order to stabilize the sailing and obtain the best speed.

　　 "Hey--hey--"

　　 There were neat trumpets on the deck, and about ten sailors were manipulating the sails under each mast.

　　 "Your Excellency Jabu, can I help control the sails?" Aiwen, who had been watching for a long time, walked up to the cable leader Jabu who was directing the sailors to adjust the sail and asked.

　　 During the three-month recruit training period, whether it was taught by the instructor or Ivan’s self-study in the library, there were already a lot of things in my stomach.

　　Although I have tried several times on a small training ship, this is the first time on a real battleship. Ivan is not sure whether the sailing line will allow him, a novice, to try his skills.

　　 The beard-faced sailing leader glanced at Ivan, and after a little thought, he agreed. After all, there is no danger in going out to sea now. Novices who want to improve are now a good time to practice.

"Okay, I agree, but young people, you don't have to go to raise and lower the rigging with the sailors, just stand beside me and watch. I will explain to you how to operate and why to operate." The attitude was good, and he agreed very simply, but at the same time he also made his own request.

　　 Aiwen also knows that the length of the sail is not because he is afraid of breaking his sails, but because the lifting equipment is actually doing hard work. Knowing when and where to control the sail is the real technology.

　　 "Thank you, Lord Jabu!"

　　 Standing next to Jiabu, UU read www.uukanshu.com and listened to his narration, and Aiwen matched the knowledge learned in the training camp with the actual situation.

　　The sail is the most technologically advanced device on sailboats, and the only source of power for most sailboats. It is as important as the engines in the modern world. It is not an exaggeration to say that it is the heart of a sailboat, but this heart is a bit biased, it grows outside.

　　 The cables on the battleship are white and the static cables are black. The white cables are mainly adjusted when manipulating the sail cables. For a layman, seeing the densely packed rigging on a sailboat will definitely be dazzling.

　　 But in order to accurately control the sails and fight the wind and waves, it is absolutely inseparable from the help of the large and small rigging system.

　　 Let's take a look at how many riggings are on a three-masted sailing ship.

To control the girders, halyards, slings, and swivel ropes are required; to control the sails: foot ropes, front foot ropes, and sling ropes; reefing needs: three sets of sling ropes, bottom side ropes, and side ropes .

A three-masted sailing warship has eleven horizontal sails in the first four, four in the rear, and three in the rear. These riggings have to be repeated eleven times. Only this requires at least ninety-nine riggings, plus no spare rigging and part of the requirements. Double rigging for extra load.

　　 These riggings on the sailing boat seem to be complicated, but in fact they are not messy. No matter what wind direction or weather, experienced sailors can find the corresponding rigging at the first time and adjust him to the best position.

　　 Even when the sails are balanced, on calm waters, without using the rudder, the sailors can make the warship sail straight by adjusting the sails.

　　 So the sailor who works on the three masts bears the most important responsibilities and is also one of the most important technicians on the sailboat.

　　 Aiwen still has a long way to go if he wants to become a skilled sailer.