Ming Dynasty: He was ordered to give lectures in prison, but Lao Zhu eavesdropped and made people nu

Chapter 603: Tide Network
Lin Che did not indulge in the praise. His gaze was as far-reaching as the starry sky. “Arrange sea rescue and rebuild the supply line.”

"I will personally supervise and ensure that the food and fodder are correct."

Amid the logistics rush, Lin Che headed straight for the night observatory.

Looking up at the stars, he seemed to be looking for a lighthouse to guide him.

The astrolabe in his hand turned and the pointer moved bit by bit, as if he was reading information on the sky.

He took advantage of the situation and used his astronomical knowledge to map out a new route. This time, every key node on the map was marked with Lin Che's dark star.

The secret messengers he sent worked day and night to deliver the new map to the fleet at sea as quickly as possible.

With the arrival of the rescue fleet, the dangerous situation at sea was gradually brought under control.

The pirates saw that things were going badly and fled in all directions. However, the Ming ships avoided most dangers thanks to Lin Che's new route and map, and delivered food and weapons safely to the border.

At this moment at the border of the grassland, the soldiers stared in amazement as the convoys drove into the camp one after another, and they applauded.

They smiled at each other in disbelief, "This is the power of the Ming Dynasty, who can stop it?"

Although Lin Che was in the capital, he felt relieved when the news came, and a satisfied smile appeared on his face.

When Zhu Yuanzhang learned about this, he personally ordered a reward, and the generals at the border even wrote letters to praise Lin Che.

While everyone was rejoicing over the smooth transportation of supplies, a trace of worry flashed across Lin Che's eyes. The truth behind all this might not be as simple as the pirates on the surface.

Facing Ye Feng in the Imperial Master's Mansion, Lin Che secretly decided that he would personally investigate the conspiracy behind it.

He knew that the borders of the Ming Dynasty would never be truly peaceful, so he, the imperial teacher Lin Che, must always be on guard.

Recently, merchant ships in coastal areas have been robbed by pirates one after another, and this matter has attracted the great attention of the imperial court.

In order to solve the pirate problem, the national teacher Lin Che went to the seaside in person, ready to use his wisdom to see through the mysterious fog.

Lin Che stepped onto the wet sand with firm and slow steps.

His eyes penetrated the rolling clouds and saw the clues hidden in the sea breeze.

His robe fluttered in the breeze by the sea as he stood quietly on the cliff, overlooking the surging waves.

“He is indeed a tough enemy. His continuous attacks and audacious behavior…” Lin Che muttered to himself, his voice seeming to blend into the sea breeze.

“Master, can you really come up with a countermeasure based on the celestial desire current?” Accompanying him was Jinyiwei commander Shen Tie, who looked at Lin Che with confusion and awe in his eyes.

Lin Che turned around, with a deep look in her eyes: "Commander Shen, although the pirates are fierce, they are also people who go with the flow. What they fear most is going against the flow."

Shen Tie frowned and said distressedly, "Going against the current is easier said than done, Imperial Master."

Lin Che just smiled slightly, showing the confidence that one can accomplish the goal. "What a joke! Is there anything in the world that can stump me, Lin Che?"

As Lin Che accurately analyzed the recent changes in sea conditions and tidal patterns, he directed his craftsmen to quickly build a peculiar mechanism that was similar to a fishing net, but far more complicated than an ordinary network.

The mouth of the net was huge, large enough to hold an entire small fleet, and the sharp teeth at the lower end concealed murderous intent.

Shen Tie exclaimed: "National Master, what is this?"

Lin Che's eyes were fixed on the net. "This is called the Tide Reverse Net. It can not only defeat the enemy with the power of the tide, but also use the changes in the ocean currents to create a dilemma, leaving the enemy with nowhere to escape." Shen Tie was full of admiration after hearing this. "The national master is well versed in the laws of nature. It is indeed a brilliant plan to defeat the enemy with the power of nature."

As the layout was completed, various mechanisms and hidden weapons were cleverly hidden in the sea and everything was ready.

Lin Che decided to lure out the pirates with a trick and start a war with the world as the chessboard.

Suddenly, the sound of oars and the roar of ships breaking through the waves were heard in the distance. Shen Tie said nervously: "Master, it's pirates."

Lin Che stood on the cliff, looking down from above, and said calmly: "Everything is as planned, Commander Shen, please don't panic."

Just as the pirate ships were happily approaching their target, the mechanism on the seabed suddenly activated, and huge nets suddenly emerged from the water, trapped the pirates in giant nets along with the surging tide.

Then, the sharp mechanism started to work, and the pirates had no way to escape and were locked in the tide net.

Shen Tie was overjoyed when he saw this scene, "National Master, you are really smart."

Lin Che shook his head slightly, "This is just the beginning."

Then he made a gesture to his hidden men, and several well-equipped Ming Dynasty warships sailed out from the darkness. Seeing that the situation was not right, the pirates panicked and were caught in one fell swoop.

The tied-up pirates were brought onto the deck of the ship. Facing Lin Che who was standing on the cliff, they begged and told him about the mastermind behind the scenes and their escape plan.

But with Lin Che's skillful design, all their plans came to nothing.

After returning to the shore, Zhu Yuanzhang learned of Lin Che's great victory and praised him with emotion: "Lin Che is truly a great treasure of the Ming Dynasty."

Lin Che put away her robe and bowed slightly to Zhu Yuanzhang, "Your Majesty, you are too kind. It was just luck."

All the ministers looked towards the Imperial Master, and they were full of compliments, but Lin Che was just graceful and calm.

He knew in his heart that all this success was not only due to his wisdom and planning, but also because he was well versed in the laws of nature and observed the heavens with his heart.

As the first rays of sunlight penetrated the windowsill in the early morning, Lin Che was already in the court. Behind him was a huge sea map with complex waterways and constellations marked on it.

He was spinning a brass compass in his palm, his eyes calm.

“Your Majesty, the future of the Ming Dynasty is closely related to the sea.” Lin Che’s voice floated out, as if carrying the salty taste of the sea breeze.

Zhu Yuanzhang stood there quietly, frowning, the worry in his heart like ripples on the sea.

The rampant piracy damaged the Ming Dynasty’s maritime trade and greatly affected the treasury revenue.

The Ming Dynasty, which was known as the overlord of the ocean, was now disgraced by a group of bandits.

“My Imperial Master, if you can clear out these parasites on the sea, I will immediately grant you a golden seal and a purple robe.” Zhu Yuanzhang made a generous promise. He never doubted Lin Che.

“Your Majesty, you are too kind. I only work for the Ming Dynasty to bring peace to the world.” Lin Che replied calmly, his eyes sweeping across the sea chart and landing on the predicted route of action.

Based on astronomical ocean currents and recent patterns of pirate behavior, he deduced the route the pirates must take, and led the navy along this route, ambushing in the unknown sea.

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded in appreciation, "Since you have already planned a strategy to subdue the pirates, I will wait for good news."

(End of this chapter)