Chapter 3: Rose Jumps into the Sea
Perhaps it was due to the presence of Situ Nan that the bodyguard of Hawk did not voice the remark to Jack, "How interesting. Why is it that when the lady slips, you have the time to tie your shoelaces?" However, in a moment of candor, Situ Nan let it slip.
"Hehehe!" Knowing that the sailors had misunderstood, Situ Nan quickly explained, "He is a good person; just now he saved this lady."
When Hawke was mentioned, Situ Nan felt displeased; however, he did not want to dampen Mu's enthusiasm, as Mu was ultimately looking out for his own interests, so he could only nod repeatedly
The matter has finally been clarified, a well-to-do gentleman who came with Hawk could not help but exclaim: "So it turns out to be an act of bravery! These two children are remarkable. Let's go back and have a drink"
Tonight, the visibility is very high, with a cloudless sky stretching for miles. The refreshing sea surface is dotted with stars, in stark contrast to the eternally murky and yellowish night sky of the city that Situ Nan witnessed a century later in his previous life
Hearing Rose's words made him feel somewhat awkward; he realized that he had just come across as too mercenary. Perhaps it was the subconscious influence left by his ex that was causing this
Looking back at the first-class cabin, it was a scene of dazzling lights. After dinner, the first-class passengers held a lively banquet, and the Titanic fully catered to the extravagance of those prominent figures, allowing them to revel in nightly festivities filled with song and dance
With the vast sky overhead, one feels much closer to the heavens. Accompanied by the cool sea breeze, one cannot help but feel at ease, casting aside all worries and becoming intoxicated beneath the brilliant starry sky
That deceased fellow was too greedy, and Situ Nan felt somewhat annoyed; however, more awkward than Situ Nan was Huo Ke
"Jack, it seems you have made another step closer to Rose. I hope this extra light bulb hasn't hindered you two," Si Tu Nan thought. Although he did not know whether the Titanic would sink or if Jack would die, Si Tu Nan felt that Jack was a good friend and hoped to be of help to him
Not long after, the chief of the ship's patrol and Hawk arrived with bodyguards. As soon as Hawk appeared, instead of showing concern for Rose, he angrily shouted at Jack: "Who allowed you to touch my fiancée! You despicable scoundrel!" He grabbed Jack's clothes and scolded him.
Is that so? Hawke asked Rose
Thus it is said. Hawk's smile was somewhat teasing
The sea surface is pitch black, and the water is almost frozen; if a person were to fall in, they would surely perish without a doubt. Even if they do not die from the fall, they would freeze to death, and if they do not freeze to death, they would drown.
Hello, we meet again!" Jack enthusiastically said to Situ Nan as he handed him a cigarette that he had just obtained from Hawk's bodyguard.
Hawk said to Jack, looking at him with a somewhat provocative gaze. As for the nearby Situ Nan, this humble and greedy sailor, Hawk didn't even glance at him. While he verbally invited Situ Nan to join him and Jack for a meal, it was evident that he held no fondness for Situ Nan, displaying nothing short of blatant disdain.
After the chief of police took the sailors away, only Jack and Situnan were left on the deck
As Situ Nan had just reached the stern of the ship, he suddenly heard a series of urgent calls and rushed over, just in time to see Rose about to fall into the sea, with Jack desperately holding onto her hand.
It was truly thrilling just now, as the three massive propellers at the stern of the Titanic roared like ferocious beasts, churning up large splashes of water and propelling the great ship forward at high speed
Unfortunately, there was a slight regret as the uninvited guest, Situ Nan, rushed in. He quickly grabbed Rose's other hand, and together with Jack, they finally pulled Rose up.
Ah, yes. Just give me 20 dollars! Without saying another word, the owner Rose walked away, not even a thank you, with an extremely arrogant attitude
In the evening, cousin Mu Lai came to visit Situ Nan again. After confirming that there were no major health issues, he instructed Situ Nan to return to his post. Mu is the chief mate on the ship, responsible for the work in the wheelhouse.
Even the living conditions in third class, in the eyes of Si Tunan, would be considered luxurious a century later. Si Tunan could not help but marvel at the greatness of humanity, which has created such a magnificent city at sea
In the evening while on duty, Situ Nan was patrolling the deck. Fortunately, with Mu's care, Situ Nan did not have to go to the engine room to do manual labor
After this incident, Situ Nan simply sat on the overtime bench and chatted with Jack, mostly listening as Jack spoke. Jack was very talkative, having been to many places, especially when he talked about the women of Paris, which made Situ Nan's heart yearn with longing.
Suddenly, Situ Nan had such a thought; it was so fierce, not at all resembling his former self. Could it be that his soul had merged with the subconscious of his "predecessor," causing the two souls to intertwine? Situ Nan felt an indescribable sensation in his heart
Oh? Is that so, Stony? What exactly is going on?" The sailor, who had just arrived, had not yet had the chance to see Situ Nan before he angrily shouted at Jack.
Upon returning to the cabin, Mu was delighted to hear that Situ Nan had the fortune of being invited to the first-class dinner. "Shidongni, you are so lucky, with so many celebrities, the wealthiest people in the world. Just thinking about it is exciting. Young Master Hawk is the son of the American steel magnate, and he will inherit an astronomical fortune in the future. You must make a good impression on such a noble person, do you understand?" Mu advised.
"Is the woman you love really only worth that much money?" Rose was very dissatisfied with Hawk's attitude
"Hi, Stony, you are lucky! You can attend the first-class dinner now," the chief inspector said, patting Situ Nan on the shoulder with envy.
"Hehehe!" Upon seeing Hawke's arrogant demeanor, Situ Nan felt quite displeased and spoke again: "Mr. Hawke, you have misunderstood. It was this gentleman who saved that lady just now. The situation is as follows: while I was patrolling, I heard someone calling for help ahead, so I rushed over and saw that this lady was about to fall into the sea. At that moment, Mr. Dawson was strenuously pulling this lady. Therefore, I went over and together we rescued her. I can testify that this gentleman's actions were commendable and heroic." The situation is as follows: while I was patrolling, I heard someone calling for help ahead, so I rushed over and saw that this lady was about to fall into the sea. At that moment, Mr. Dawson was strenuously pulling this lady. Therefore, I went over and together we rescued her. I can testify that this gentleman's actions were commendable and heroic.
Alright. We are going! Jack proactively agreed on my behalf
Wider than the earth is the ocean, wider than the ocean is the starry sky, and wider than the starry sky is the human heart! The stars hang low over the vast plains, and the moon rises over the great river.
Hawke thought for a moment, his eyes darting as if he had come up with a bad idea, and turned to Jack saying: "I have it! Please join us for dinner tomorrow night! You can talk about acts of bravery."
Originally, Situ Nan intended to refuse, but as if under some supernatural influence, his hands seemed to act of their own accord, and upon seeing the money, he immediately accepted it
Hawke said to his bodyguard indifferently
Clearly, what differs from the movie is the addition of the third party, Situ Nan, which makes this explanation more persuasive. The facts also support this.
"Yes," Jack replied
A night without conversation
Bang bang bang! Shortly after, a flurry of footsteps approached, and three sailors rushed onto the deck, just in time to see Rose lying on the floor, while Jack was leaning over her, with his shoelaces and coat undone, leading them to believe that Jack intended to harm Rose
"Yes," Rose said, still shaken by the experience. "It was like this: at that time, I was leaning over the railing to look at the propeller and accidentally slipped. Fortunately, Mr. Dawson caught me just in time. Later, when the young sailor came over, it was the two of them who saved me."
In just a fleeting moment, Situ Nan's mind flashed with so many thoughts, and he looked at Huo Ke's back with a somewhat cold demeanor
Si Tu Nan truly doubts whether Jack would have been able to save Rose if he had not come. At that time, it would really be "You jump, I jump"
It was only after the birth of Situ Nan that it became apparent that Situ Nan was also here
Hmm. Situ Nan nodded
One of the sailors immediately shouted angrily: "Get out of the way, step back at once"
Shouldn't we give some reward? The young man has just done a good deed, said the well-fed gentleman beside him, unable to bear it any longer, addressing Hawk
Seeing Jack at a loss for words, Situ Nan couldn't help but chuckle
Situ Nan was infuriated by Huo Ke's arrogance and disdain for others. Damn it, should he wait until the ship sinks to find an opportunity to get rid of him
Sidu Nan knew the chief of the patrol, and the chief of the patrol believed Sidu Nan's words in his heart. However, he asked Jack as usual: "Is that so?"
Wow! The movie really doesn't lie! Before my eyes, Jack is performing this scene of a hero saving a beauty, meticulously planned by the master Cameron!
Hawke listened attentively