On the first day the Dream left Sydney Harbour and entered the westerly wind belt, there was already a noticeable sense of bumpiness.

This is just the beginning.

Professor Zhu, a meteorological expert, hurriedly approached Liu Wei to discuss meteorology.

Professor Zhu pointed to the meteorological and weather analysis on the computer screen and said: "You see, the two cyclones we observed before are changing every day, and these are the two newly observed cyclones today.

I judge that there are many more, captain, the cyclone activity is so dense that it is basically impossible to find a cyclone window to smoothly cross the westerly wind belt!"

Liu Wei frowned and said, "Old Zhu, based on your experience, what should we do?"

Professor Zhu observed the cyclone activity and said, "Enter this small cyclone, slow down and go against the wind!"

"Isn't it too risky?" Liu Wei worried.

"There is no other way!", Professor Zhu said, "Compared with the bad weather encountered by the 29th Antarctic expedition, the situation we are facing now is relatively optimistic!"

Liu Wei thought for a moment, "How sure are you?"

"60%" Professor Zhu said matter-of-factly, "Dream will officially enter the cyclone-prone area tomorrow afternoon, and I can't accurately predict the wind speed and wave height at the center of this small cyclone now!"

"It's too low!

"If you add the old guy on the bridge, I think it should be 90%!" Professor Zhu smiled.

Liu Wei was still hesitating.

At this time, the hull of the Dream suddenly deviated sharply to the left.

There was a clanging sound and the shouting of the crew from the cabin.

Professor Zhu put down the pen in his hand and looked at Liu Wei, "This wave can be regarded as a forenotice in advance! Captain, you make a decision."

However, I need to be reminded that this bad weather will last for a long time, and the third cyclone will drift north with the westerly wind all the way north to Australia!"

"You mean that even now we will encounter the same danger when we turn back!" Liu Wei said.

Professor Zhu nodded, "That's pretty much what it means!"

"Lao Zhu, you gather all the experts on the ship to discuss the sailing plan, and I will organize the crew to make emergency preparations!" Liu Wei deployed.

Professor Zhu nodded, and after watching Liu Wei leave, he turned back to stare at the cyclone on the computer and began to study.

Liu Wei summoned everyone to gather at the restaurant.

"Captain, that wave was too strong just now! I rolled straight out of bed!"

"Captain, several crew members are experiencing seasickness!"

"Captain, what are we going to do next?"

A series of questions were thrown at Liu Wei.

Liu Wei held on to the doorknob of the restaurant and said, "According to Professor Zhu's analysis, we encountered very bad weather when we crossed the westerly wind belt this time, but don't panic, the experts on the ship are discussing the navigation plan.

We must be prepared for emergencies until a plan is available.

First of all, Luo Jiangfeng, from this afternoon, the kitchen will stop all activities, fix the kitchen tools, especially electrical equipment, to avoid accidents!"

"I know, Captain!" Luo Jiangfeng replied, knowing very well that under the impact of the big wave just now, it was impossible for the kitchen to complete the normal cooking work.

Liu Wei then deployed: "Zhang Xing took all the sailors and crew to do two things before tonight.

The first thing is to check the hull structure, especially the various joints, and deal with the problems immediately if they are found.

The second thing is to reinforce all movable equipment, such as lifeboats, oil drums in warehouses, household utensils, etc.

If you encounter strong winds and waves, people can't deal with it, and the safety hazards are too great!"

Zhang Xingying said: "Guarantee to complete the task!"

Liu Wei: "Seasick crew members find a way to adjust their physical condition, sailing in bad weather, seasickness is a normal phenomenon, I will let the accompanying doctor take care of you!"

"Thank you, Captain!"

"Okay! Act now!" Liu Wei clapped his hands.

Zhang Xing brought volunteers who were still able to move normally into the work.

Liu Wei climbed onto the deck, and the heavy rain and waves slapped fiercely on the deck.

Now the wind speed is only five, but the sea level is already showing signs of rolling.

There was a slight shaking of the Dream hull.

Liu Wei climbed onto the bridge.

The old experts are all here staring at the meter and discussing.

Liu Wei stood aside and listened carefully, at the critical moment, he had to rely on these old guys.

It was discussed for a long time.

The expert group looked back at Liu Wei.

Professor Zhu got up and said, "Captain, we have come to the conclusion that we should slow down, rush through the second small cyclone against the wind, follow the tail of the second small cyclone and continue to sail, and before the third atmospheric cyclone arrives, we will break out of the westerly wind belt and sail towards the Antarctic continent!"

"Is there enough time?" Liu Wei said.

Everyone looked at the old driver, and the old driver got up and said solemnly: "Before entering the small cyclone, I can increase the sailing speed to six knots, after entering, slow down to four knots, after passing through the cyclone, it is possible to lift to six knots, according to this sailing speed, it will take two and a half days, captain, this is already the limit I can control!"

Liu Wei nodded and said, "Execute according to the plan!"

"No problem!"

"Guys, it's time to get serious!"

"Captain, don't worry!"

The veteran comrade of the expert group said with a smile.

......

The next day at noon.

The Dream enters the second minicyclone.

Professor Zhu observed the weather and took the walkie-talkie to report the situation in time.

"Wind speed 7.5!"

"Wave height 4.3!"

The bridge replied, "Speed 5 knots!

In the evening, a thunderstorm was ushered in.

Liu Wei climbed onto the deck in a raincoat to observe the situation in the warehouse.

"Wind speed 9!"

"The wave is five meters high!"

Professor Zhu's voice just came from the walkie-talkie.

A big wave rolled over.

The hull of the Dream slammed into it with a loud thud.

The sound of crashing, thunder, rolling waves...... All mixed together and scrambling to pour into the ears of all the crew of the Dream.

The hull rises and sinks with the waves, repeatedly, with a different amplitude each time.

It's several times more uncomfortable than a roller coaster.

The oil drums tied up in the warehouse began to tremble, and the bottom thumped~thump~thumping against the deck.

Liu Wei leaned against the warehouse and checked it.

A message suddenly came from the bridge: "Attention of all the crew, the big waves ahead are fifteen meters ahead!"

Professor Zhu followed up and said, "The wind speed is level 11! The Dream is in a state of emergency!"

"Speed 3 knots!"

The old driver slowed down again.

Liu Wei came out of the warehouse after inspecting it, witnessed the waves of more than ten meters swallowing up, quickly lifted the ship, and then the hull sank with gravity, and the deck was almost parallel to the sea level.

Liu Wei rolled onto the deck and clung to the guardrail of the stairs leading into the living quarters.

In the living quarters at this time, all the crew members could barely lie down and squat on the ground, completely unable to adjust their body balance.

The seats in the dining room have involuntarily begun to collide with each other.

This violent, long-lasting shaking continued until half past eight p.m. local time.

"Successfully passed the center of the cyclone!

Professor Zhu said: "The third atmospheric cyclone is moving very fast, we have to hurry up!"

"Received from the bridge!"

"Observation Room Roger!"

"Engine room received!"

"Cabin received!"

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