Navigator: I Have a Legendary Exploration Log

Chapter 69 Sea Trial Around the Island

In the dock.

The gantry crane emitted a dull groan as its gears meshed, and the thick steel cables slowly descended.

The workers skillfully pulled the uniquely shaped whaling cannon to the bow of the ship, and then untied the rigging.

This black whaling cannon is about four meters long.

It's less of a cannon and more of a cannon-shaped launching device.

The barrel tapers in a conical shape, with a complex hydraulic reset system and a matching winch connected to the rear end.

There was also a place next to it where heavy harpoons and high-density cables were piled up.

After the Homecoming passed its water entry test, Cheryl and others boarded the ship again to observe the workers operating it.

Sartre took the opportunity to explain: "This is a great thing jointly developed by the Navigators' Association and Grand University, specifically designed to hunt down those huge sea monsters."

"Although each island has its own stock, most captains don't even have the qualifications to know about it, and even if they do, they can't borrow it without connections."

"If it weren't for that old man Jack speaking up, even for me, getting the whaling cannon wouldn't have been easy, and I'd most likely have had to pay a hefty price—"

Sartre stroked the dark, cold whaling cannon with a sigh.

The gun barrel is cast from special steel and its surface is treated with anti-corrosion, giving it a cold, dull metallic luster under the shipyard lights.

The gun mount has huge bolt holes at the bottom, which need to be directly fixed to the hull.

Simply fixing it to the deck will cause it to crack after only a few shots.

Chalice also came over, avoiding the busy workers so as not to cause them any trouble.

He reached out and stroked the powerful weapon designed to target sea monsters.

This can be considered his first cannon!

Even if you only have it temporarily, it still counts as possession!

This is just the beginning.

Sooner or later—he will own a fully armed exploration ship, which will take him wherever he wants to go!

Because the money that Chalice offered was quite generous.

In addition, there was Sartre's influence and the association's background.

Old Wright and the workers worked very hard; what should have been a two-day job was completed in one day by the workers who worked non-stop.

It's clear that talking about grand principles is useless; paying enough money will naturally motivate people to work.

"I always said my team is the best!"

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Old Wright, wiping away sweat, proudly declared, "This efficiency—if it were anyone else—replacing the turbine would take a day, strengthening the overall structure would take another day, and adding components like the harbinger cannon would take yet another day!"

Let's calculate the time —

He took out his pocket watch and glanced at the hands. "You can even conduct a sea trial around the island before nightfall!"

"However, I suggest you leave the ship in the dock overnight, and it will be quick to set sail again tomorrow!"

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"I can't wait any longer."

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Chalice grinned. "I think I'll give the all-new Homecoming a try today! I think—my old buddy can't wait to be piloted by me!"

,"oh!

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Old Wright raised an eyebrow. "Mr. Cherry, I think you will definitely own a ship with an awakened ship spirit in the future."

"That's a magical existence comparable to a ghost ship! If that day ever comes, please come back to Simon Island and invite me. I've dreamed of experiencing what it's like for a ship to have a soul!"

"Of course! I hope that day will come!"

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Therefore, Chalice made a decisive decision and immediately ordered preparations to set sail.

This is because it's just a sea trial around the island.

The voyage is limited to the area around Simon Island, mainly to see if the Homecoming Ship's power and hull can operate normally.

No sailors are needed to assist with the operation.

As for the chief engineer—

Cherries had rotated through all positions, including Sartre, who was competent in all roles on the ship.

And then there's Wirtz, the first mate.

A simple flight crew is sufficient.

"Check communications!"

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"Communication is normal!"

"Check the phlogiston supply!"

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"Fuel supply is normal!"

"Is your temperature still normal?"

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"I'm normal too! Cheryl, if you keep talking nonsense, I'll go up from the engine room and kick your ass!"

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Hearing the impatient voice of Sartre, who was temporarily acting as the chief engineer, over the communication channel, Cherries and Wirtz in the cockpit couldn't help but exchange a smile.

"Opportunities to command extraordinary individuals are rare. It's also rare for me to command a second-tier extraordinary individual, let alone command you, teacher! I'm too excited, please forgive me!"

"I swear I'll deal with you when I get back to Hong Kong, I swear I will—"

Chalice coughed lightly, choosing to skip the topic.

"Alright! We're ready to go!"

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His voice echoed from the deck loudspeaker.

Old Wright, standing at the bow, raised his hand and waved, and the workers in charge of the dry dock immediately arranged the departure process for the Homecoming.

The shipyard's docks are like forks in a train track, eventually converging into a waterway leading to the sea.

Therefore, the reporting process is very important.

This can prevent the two ships from accidentally colliding.

After confirming that everything was normal in the engine room, Chalice began to start the Brilliant Turbine.

A tremor, unlike any I'd felt before, came from beneath my feet. It was deep and powerful, like the steady, strong heartbeat of this steel behemoth.

Cherry took the helm himself, while firmly holding the horn joystick.

"Proceed at a slow speed!"

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"Slow progress!"

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Sartre's steady, repeated instructions came through the megaphone.

The Homecoming Ship maintained a minimum speed and slowly sailed out of the shipyard.

Old Wright also accompanied the ship on sea trials.

This craftsman is very spirited.

He was particularly pleased with Chalice's generosity and was naturally happy to provide the Homecoming with a free onboard observation.

"Stable power output!"

Sartre's voice was transmitted back to the cockpit through the brass pipes.

"The pressure gauge needle is very steady! This new engine is powerful enough!"

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"Of course!"

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"Didn't you see how much it cost?!" Chalice exclaimed gleefully.

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As the Returning Home ship entered the sea area.

Cherry pushed the throttle lever and gave the command "Forward two".

It happened in less than three seconds after the gear shift.

Chalice then felt the change in the tremor.

It's incredibly smooth!

Moreover, the Homecoming Express performed very smoothly overall, without any unusual noises or uncoordinated vibrations.

This indicates that the new heart and body are very well integrated.

"Keep going! Move forward three times!"

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The speed of the Homecoming cruise ship has increased again!

Chalice looked out the window at the scenery rushing past.

I felt so incredibly happy!

This speed has already exceeded the full speed of the original Pentium turbine!

Moreover, the current Homecoming Ship is equipped with large equipment such as whaling cannons, and its hull structure and keel have been strengthened, making its weight incomparable to what it used to be!

This is still without him going at full speed, which means that the power boost from the Brilliant Turbine is almost doubled!

Maintain for ten minutes.

Cherry pushed the throttle lever again.

"Final test! Full speed! Forward four!"

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The bow of the Returning Home ship rose slightly, and the waves it cleaved through splashed white foam on both sides of the ship's side!

Night was approaching.

The ship returned to port.

As a result, many ships heading towards Simon Island witnessed a strange sight.

That was a ship that looked like a cargo ship circling Simon Island at an alarming speed.

"Is this guy crazy?"

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"Aren't they worried about engine failure? Or are they testing a new type of warship?"

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"Hurry, hurry! Be careful that madman doesn't run into him—"

After a series of somewhat crazy tests.

The Homecoming Ship returned to the shipyard once again.

Sea trials cannot completely replace airtightness testing.

The Homecoming Ship still needs to be moored for an extended period to test its airtightness and whether the newly welded hull will leak.

"Thank you for your hard work, Mr. Wright."

"My job is to do my job—and I've earned quite a bit of money."

Old Wright waved his hand, "But I have to say, the current configuration of your ship is a bit contradictory."

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"It's quite strange that a cargo ship has the power of a light cruiser and is equipped with whaling equipment."

"To use a fairy tale analogy, it's like putting the stirrups and saddle of a warhorse on a mule pulling a millstone, and even replacing its armor. It can still run, but it might not be coordinated—"

Upon hearing this...

Cherries looked toward the Homecoming ship moored in the dock.

Under the light.

The whaling cannon at the bow of the ship, with its dark barrel, resembled the horn of a unicorn, or a fang that had finally grown out.

Chalice said softly, "It's alright, I'll make it harmonized. As long as it can kill those big guys, it'll be the most harmonized—"

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