Hong Kong Young Writers Anthologies Fiction Group 1 | Page 39

A Fight Till India
Regents Primary School of Shenzhen, Chang, Zhe Han Devin - 6
My name is Zheng He and I am known in China as one of the most successful marine explorers, diplomats
and fleet admirals. When I was young, the most esteemed Yongle emperor wanted to establish diplomatic
relations with the southeast countries in the west Pacific. He trusted me with this mission. I was made in
charge of the navigation, and was given my own fleet to set sail. Although I was initially afraid and doubtful
about whether I could be successful in this voyage or not, I was equally excited, primarily because it was my
first time to sail.
After setting sail, the journey went very smoothly. Aside from some waves and what felt like a never ending
horizon to explore, the endless sea was generous and we were blessed with the calm waters throughout most
of the journey. However, this peace and quiet ended to an abrupt halt upon entering the Indian Ocean.
Sounds of the canyons and the sight of black flags from the pirate ships alerted us that we were under an
attack. ‘There is a group of pirates in front of us,’ a soldier reported to me anxiously. I gathered up the
courage and replied, ‘Don't worry, our fleet is well-equipped, our soldiers are brave and we will not be
back down without a fight. Now let’s defeat the pirates!’ Two hours later, our soldiers and crew of the ship
were able to defeat the pirates, and eventually forcing them to retreat.
‘Long live the emperor,’ the voices echoed the ship. It shocked me and made me understand the meaning of
‘Unity is strength’. There is no enemy that we can’t defeat as long as we fight together as one.
After the battle against the pirates, we sailed through the calm waters and finally arrived at India. It was a
relief to land in the territory of India safely with the crew and soldiers on board. This voyage was truly
meaningful and an experience I will never forget.