The sea breeze howled, lashing against the small boat and causing it to rock violently amidst the churning waves, as if the ocean itself were agitated by the impending bloody storm.
With a stern expression and a gaze as sharp as a torch, Xu Lin stared intently at Carter, his eyes seeming to pierce straight through Carter's soul. He asked, "Along the way, how well have you all observed the surrounding situation? The pirates claimed they have 588 men. While it's impossible to get an exact count in such a short time, can you give a rough estimate? Is this number reliable?"
Carter understood immediately. He knew Xu Lin was not asking for an absolute, infallible number, but rather a relatively accurate assessment to better plan their next move.
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