Captain Mike tossed a thick, sturdy piece of sail rope to Lin Yu'an, and the rope landed precisely by his feet with a gust of wind.
"Bowline knot," the sailors use it to save lives and to secure everything. Riven should have taught you how to tie it. Now, give me one."
Lin Yu'an nodded. Not only did he listen to Riven's explanation during the theory class, but he also simulated the entire knot's 3D structure and winding path dozens of times in his mind.
He picked up the rope without hesitation, his fingers flying, "The rabbit goes out the hole, around the tree, and back into the hole..."
In just a brief five seconds, a perfectly shaped bowline knot formed in his hand.
Captain Mike unconsciously dropped his arms that were crossed over his chest, a flicker of astonishment in his eyes.
The rookie dilemma he expected did not occur; the speed and precision could rival that of a seasoned captain.
The comments on the live broadcast were also filled with admiration.
