The tactics of the Ming Navy were clear and decisive.
Large Fuchuan ships pinned down the enemy’s main force, smaller vessels wove through the fray to launch surprise attacks, and the keel-mounted artillery ships swept the battlefield. Supported by superior firepower and seamless coordination, the Ming Navy quickly seized the initiative.
After more than an hour of intense fighting, another Jiannu Fuchuan was sunk by the Ming forces. Kong Youde, unable to hold his composure any longer, issued an order: "Pass the word to all naval units: the Ming army has too many troops for us to match. Retreat to the harbor immediately!"
"But Prince," a messenger said with a puzzled look, "we have more men than they do!"
Chapter 639