In these circumstances, encouraging them is precisely the thing to do Master Lan. Unless you suggest we somehow swim to safety in some manner?

[A ship is needed urgently, Lan Wangji, and at this stage, the way of securing it matters little compared to the need of having it secured. Principles don't prevent anyone from drowning.]

I am quite sure other people see the urgency as well. There's no need to order, just gently nudge, and people will think they decided it themselves.