Making Money Was Also Important

Lin Qi had originally planned to go to the Telegraph Office first and tell his people about what had happened here, but when he remembered that the girl was beside him, he decided to take her back first.

When young girls encountered situations like this, it was important for them to keep their emotions steady. She might make the wrong move or send the wrong signal, so having her return to her room was the best choice.

After he finished sending the telegram, he would discuss the problems on the ship with the girl.

Lin Qi rarely showed such a serious expression. Penny did not let her temper run wild. Instead, she obediently followed Lin Qi back to the room.

"I'll be back shortly. Stay here and watch my things. No matter who knocks, don't open the door as long as I'm not here!" Lin Qi instructed her.

When facing situations like this, many people tended to give relatively cautious instructions, such as saying that there was danger outside or telling someone never to leave.

That could not be considered the best choice. It would cause the person staying behind to lose their bearings without a clear objective.

Some people could honestly stay put, but others might suddenly get the idea that they could do something to change the current situation.

For example, they might try to investigate for information, prepare some weapons, or even look for a chance to escape.

That was foolish. It would not only hurt themselves but also the people accompanying them, so the best method was to give them a "task."

Lin Qi's task for Penny was to "watch the luggage." It was not difficult and had a very clear purpose, making it suitable as a simple, directed task.

The girl nodded firmly and slowly