I'm reborn and I'm an international student again?

Chapter 528: The Mysterious Giant Ship on the Sea

Due to flight reasons and Shen Xinyi's illness, Chen Xi stayed in Da Village for another two nights.

That night, as the night fell, a small boat was quietly shuttling across the vast sea at the edge of Kai Village. It was very different from the surrounding ships with dim lights. It did not even turn on a single light. It sped silently through the inky waves like a ghost, leaving behind a deep and mysterious trail.

"Brother, where are we going? We took a long boat ride to Da Village and now we're in Kai Village. I'm about to vomit." As he spoke, a young man with greasy hair and a body so thin that it seemed like it could be blown away by the wind squatted in a corner of the cabin. He looked at the muscular and imposing man next to him with a pale face, his eyes full of confusion and fatigue.

"You are the only one who talks too much nonsense. Look, Shan Xun didn't say anything." The big man patted the young man on the head and pointed at another man who was sitting cross-legged next to him.

This man was the one who was helped by Chen Xi in the fast food restaurant.

"He went outside to get some fresh air and had a big meal, but I'm here to move goods. This is not fair." The young man retorted, but was slapped in the face again.

"It's fair to you. Once we get on the boat, I'll see if you still have the guts to complain." The sturdy man cursed.

In addition to the three of them, there were seven or eight dirty men sitting in the cabin. There were several wooden boxes and sacks placed next to them, and no one knew what was inside.

"Brother Peng, we go abroad to make money. How can we earn any income if we drift on the sea every day?" After being beaten, the young man put on a smiling face and walked behind the strong man to give him a back massage.

"It will be there soon, please stop talking too much. We are almost at our destination. As long as you work hard, your monthly income will be more than ten times what you make in China!" The strong man noticed that everyone in the cabin was in a bad mood, so he began to cheer them up.

"Why is it different from what we agreed before? Shouldn't we land in the northern part of Western Australia, then walk and take a bus to Mo Village?" Shan Xun, who had been silent, suddenly asked.

This is also a question that everyone present has been wondering about for a long time.

"That was the route taken by the previous groups of people. Now that the company's business has expanded, we will go to work in a new industry that is more profitable. Besides, your cousin is also on the ship this time. He asked me to take you with him to make a fortune together."

"Boat? Change boat again? I'm about to throw up."

"Aren't we working on land? Why are we working on the sea? I get seasick!"

"Look at my athlete's foot. If I continue to stay at sea, my feet will rot."

After hearing what the strong man said, the others finally couldn't sit still anymore and stood up to protest.

"What are you arguing about! You can make money anywhere. Why do you have to make it on land? Do you think you are a landlubber?" The big man was furious. He suddenly pulled out a pistol with a cold glow from his waist. He swept his sharp eyes over those who were shouting the loudest, and his voice was filled with unquestionable majesty.

In an instant, the noise in the cabin died down as if swept away by a gust of wind, the air froze, and the people who were full of complaints just now looked at each other, and finally sat back in their original seats timidly, not even daring to breathe, for fear of angering this angry man.

There was a hint of something strange in the "buzz-buzz" sound, and then, with a soft "click", the sound of the ship's engine gradually turned low, and the speed of the ship slowly slowed down, like a giant beast lightly stepping on the sea.

At this time, the door of the cabin was slowly pushed open, and a white old man with a thick white beard and a classic sailor hat came into view. He held a cigarette in the corner of his mouth and said to the strong man in broken Chinese: "We are here, take your people aboard."

"Aren't you going to make a lot of money? The wealth is beckoning you, so get on board!" The sturdy man grinned, put away his pistol, and waved to everyone.

The people in the cabin became excited upon hearing this and bent down to carry the boxes and sacks out.

When everyone stepped onto the deck, they were shocked by the scene before them.

Under the cover of night, the sea breeze, carrying a somewhat ominous whisper, led them to the huge ship standing on the horizon.

A huge ship appeared in front of them, or more accurately, a medical ship.

The huge cross on the hull was particularly dazzling under the moonlight, but it was not like the holy light of ordinary medical institutions. Instead, it carried an indescribable gloom and oppression, as if it was soaked in the despair and pain of past patients. Mottled marks could be vaguely seen on the surface of the hull, and there was no one on the deck, which made people feel cold involuntarily.

On the side of the ship, a few dim lights swayed in the wind, flickering like ghost lights, adding a bit of eerie atmosphere to the medical ship.

"What are you still standing there for? Go ahead!" The sturdy man's voice seemed particularly abrupt in this weird atmosphere, but it was like a thunderclap, instantly waking everyone up from their daze.

They looked at each other with fear and confusion in their eyes, but they had no choice but to bite the bullet and step onto this terrifying medical ship that seemed to be a salvation but was actually an unknown.

Shan Xun looked up and when he thought of his cousin still up there, he gritted his teeth and started to board the boat.

"Don't break anything. Be careful. There are valuable medical equipment in there. Can you be gentler..." The big man kicked the talkative young man and glared at him viciously.

After getting on the boat, these people were immediately surrounded by a group of men in black armed with guns, and they were so scared that they dared not even breathe.

"Haha, Ah Xun, I said I would help you make a fortune, and we will share the wealth together!" A thin man in camouflage uniform walked out of the crowd. He opened his arms and came to Shan Xun, giving him a big hug.

"Be smart, I'm not the only one in charge here." The man whispered in Shan Xun's ear.

Shan Xun didn't say anything, just nodded.

“Well, welcome everyone to this paradise on the sea, a place that is both mysterious and full of hope. We are a professional maritime medical rescue team affiliated with a world organization, dedicated to providing shelter and treatment for every soul in need in the vast ocean. Here, you will witness the tenacity and miracles of life, and experience an extraordinary journey together…” The man in camouflage began his speech with a smile.

It is said to be a maritime medical rescue team, but those who know know that if it is a formal organization, how could it use smuggling means to recruit people?
"I just want to know how much money we can get. When we came here, they said it would be at least half a million per year!"

"Yes, they say it's easy to make money abroad, but this is different from what they said when I came here. I actually have to work at sea..."

"I don't care where I am or what I do, as long as the money is in place, that's all. When you came here, you said you wanted someone who wasn't afraid of death. I've killed people before, so I totally meet your requirements!"

"I have been in prison for more than ten years, and I was also a boss in there. I can listen to you, but the same old saying applies: as long as the money is in place, it's all right!"

As soon as Camouflage finished speaking, the group of people who followed Shan Xun started shouting. It can be seen that these people were not good people in the past.

"Money is no problem. Let alone 500,000. If you work hard, you can make a million a year. But let me be frank. I don't care what you guys did before. Once you get on this ship, you have to listen to me. Whoever doesn't listen, I'll throw him overboard to feed the fish!" The man in camouflage uniform waved his hand, and the group of men in black around him immediately raised their guns.

Seeing this, the group of people quickly became intimidated. They lined up and followed the men in black into the boat.

"Cousin, why are you here in Shanghai? Didn't you say you were in the flour business?" Shan Xun looked around and asked quietly.

"Can't we do flour business at sea? How can we transport goods without ships?"

"Yeah, that makes sense." "Ah Xun, this is not China. There are many ways to make money. I only learned about it after I got out. Follow me and work hard, and we two brothers will get rich together."

"Yeah, got it, bro."

The man in camouflage uniform put his arm around Shan Xun's neck and strode inside with him.

Although the ship looks pitch black from the outside, it is a different world inside. The dim lights are not dazzling, but they are enough to illuminate the way ahead.

Its internal structure is intricate and maze-like, leading people carrying goods to shuttle through warehouses. They carefully place their goods on the ground and are then led to their respective resting places - small single rooms.

After entering, the door was locked from the outside. Although the space was limited, it had all the basic living facilities, including the humble bathroom.

Here, the convenience of modern communications seems to be deliberately forgotten, mobile phone signals are nowhere to be found, and TV screens have lost their former luster, leaving people immersed in a kind of tranquility that returns to nature.

Only the inconspicuous A4 paper on the table quietly tells the rules and order here - the "Employee Code of Conduct". It is not only a guide to behavior, but also a constraint and reminder for life on the ship. It lists in detail various precautions such as restricted areas and no-smoking areas that must not be entered.

"Cousin, where are they?"

"I'll ask them to come over later. You can live with me, and we can have a good chat at night. I'll find you a woman. I have all kinds of women on my ship, so you can pick any one you like."

The man in camouflage uniform winked at Shan Xun, and the two of them walked towards a hatch, talking and laughing.

The men in black on both sides looked at each other and continued to stand guard.

"Damn it, there are so many rules for making money. There weren't so many rules when I was in prison." In a single room, a man with a shaved head and a scar crumpled up the A4 paper in his hand and threw it into the trash can beside him.

After he was released from prison, he was completely disconnected from society, and it was even harder for him to find a decent job because of his experience in prison. This led to his impulse to sneak overseas and make a lot of money with his ruthlessness.

Generally, people who smuggle themselves into the country have to pay money to human traffickers. People like them who have no identity need to find black intermediaries to find a job as dishwashers overseas, and then share a part of the commission with them.

However, he had just been released from prison and had no money to pay for all these expenses. With the introduction of a friend, he suddenly encountered an opportunity to go abroad for free and make a lot of money.

Scar Man would naturally not miss such a good thing, but he didn't expect that after coming here, it was completely different from what was said before, which made him have an urge to quit.

But he was not stupid. Those people outside were all holding guns. If he rashly said he would quit, he would definitely be punished.

The scarred man was thinking about how to escape when he suddenly heard the door behind him being opened. He was so scared that he turned around immediately.

"Come out and gather!" Two men with guns outside waved at him.

Seeing this, the man with the scar walked out of his nest reluctantly.

The moment he stepped out of the door, his sight was caught by an unusual scene.

In the corridor, everyone stood in an orderly manner. Under the capable and majestic command of a man in black, they lined up in neat columns and slowly moved towards the unknown destination ahead.

The secret hinterland of the medical ship, a vast space originally reserved for the storage of heavy supplies, has now been transformed into a thrilling arena.

In the center stood a solid arena, surrounded by crowds of people, the atmosphere was tense and heated, and everyone's eyes were fixed on that small space.

On the high-altitude walkway, fully armed guards dressed in black stood on full alert, adding a solemn atmosphere to this unusual contest.

On the ring, two warriors, one black and one white, are performing an extreme duel without protective gear and without rules. Each of their punches and kicks contains a power that cannot be underestimated, displaying the primitive art of fighting to the fullest.

The audience seats all around burst into deafening cheers and shouts; every move tugged at their heartstrings, pushing the atmosphere to one climax after another.

In a prominent position directly opposite the ring, on a high platform built of rough steel bars, three majestic chairs are lined up, symbolizing the supremacy of power and judgment.

Sitting in the middle is a dark-skinned Southeast Asian man with a gloomy face, as if he can see through every subtle change.

On his left is a white old man with gray hair and sharp eyes. The scars on his face show that his past experience was not ordinary. On his right, Shan Xun's cousin is sitting there with his legs crossed in camouflage uniform.

"Hua, are there any people with special skills among the people you brought this time?" Suddenly, the white old man sitting there asked.

"I don't know. Anyway, these are guys who are forced into a desperate situation. As long as we give them money, they will do things for us." The man in camouflage shook his head.

"Jiang Hua, the people who came last time were very disobedient, and many of them were fed to the fish. If the people you find are still so unreliable, I will do it next time." The Southeast Asian man sitting in the middle took a sip of wine and said unhappily.

"Wu, Raymond has no objection, why do you blame me? You were the one who caused all those rotten things in the past. This is like the pot calling the kettle black." Jiang Hua pointed at the Southeast Asian man and replied rudely.

The three of them spoke English, and Shan Xun was completely confused listening to them.

Just now, his cousin gave him some English books and found someone to teach him English. He also said that he couldn't do anything big here without knowing English. For him who only went to junior high school, it was harder than climbing to the sky.

Soon, the group of people who had just boarded the boat were brought over. On the ring, the white fighter was unable to withstand the decisive blow from the black opponent's powerful attack and fell to the ground, causing the atmosphere on the scene to boil instantly.

The sounds of sobs and cheers intertwined and echoed throughout the space.

"Well, welcome new employees to join our big family. I'm Wu, and this is Raymond and Hua, your leaders. Here, our words are the imperial decree. You should have read the employee rules in the room just now, so I won't say more about the precautions. Those of you who have skills can be assigned to better jobs..."

"I can open locks, even the most complicated ones!" a thin young man raised his hand.

Wu heard this, his mouth corners slightly raised, and he glanced at the man in black. Soon, the man in black directed people to bring a pile of various locks. The young man calmly took out a piece of fine wire from his pocket, and with his fingers flexibly flying, the lock opened in just a dozen seconds, causing a low cry from the surroundings.

Wu nodded with satisfaction, affirmed the young man's ability, and motioned him to step aside. Then, he swept his eyes over the crowd again and continued to ask questions.

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