Chapter 300 Attack on Merchant Ships

Chapter 300 Attack on Merchant Ships

Chapter 300 Attack on Merchant Ships
The next morning.

The captain's cabin of the Saint Lilith.

Jiang He woke up from a two-hour deep sleep. A light salty smell of sea breeze rushed into his nostrils. He reached out and picked up a bucket of dragon blood wine from the bedside. After gulping down a few mouthfuls, his eyes became clear.

"Drinking in the early morning is not good for your health."

In front of the only mirror in the captain's room, Lilith was looking back and forth at the black dress she designed, with her bright red hair scattered on her shoulders. As the Saint Lilith gradually advanced, she slowly recovered a little mental strength.

"If you are thirsty, don't drink alcohol, should you drink water?"

Out of respect for the gods, Jiang He made a perfunctory remark. He felt a cool touch on his left arm. He lifted the quilt and saw the little girl in white sleeping soundly.

In just eight days, Zhuang Ya successfully digested the power of the dragon skeleton. Some pale white scales appeared on her neck, but her stature remained petite.

“How big can it grow this time?”

Jiang He got up from the bed and picked out a set of white shirts and black pants from the captain's wardrobe. Wuhe had always been in charge of military supplies, and the only clothing props he had were the perfect-grade Death Boots.

"Infinitely close to 300 meters. The dragon race's physique and will are in sync, or in other words, fusion with the will is one of the reasons why they are so strong. Because of this, dragon slayers often become corrupted after being stained with dragon blood. This unique advantage also causes most dragon creatures to have frequent mood swings."

"What are you talking about?"

Jiang He buttoned up his shirt and walked out of the captain's room.

The Saint Lilith was bathed in the bright morning sunshine. The fierce sailor soldiers were busy cleaning the deck, while Wuhe stood on the side of the ship and scolded the white seagulls that were too stupid to understand what he was saying. Lao Hei set up a deck chair and fished leisurely. He was making moderate progress in the Demon Wolf Breathing Method that he had practiced until he caught any fish.

Under the bow, the five great Dao soldiers gathered together to play Void Cards. Jiang He went over to watch for a moment. It should be that Wuhe bought them with money.

"Boss, give me some."

"You play."

The Dawn Tyrannosaurus greeted him with a smile, and Jiang He waved his hand to leave. If he left, these guys would probably be embarrassed to beat him.

"By the way, can entering the sea from the Thames River satisfy the requirements of transforming into a dragon?"

Lilith couldn't help but roll her eyes.

"Gilly-gully, gili-gully."

Seeing this, Jiang He took out the Black Rose Flintlock and started loading gunpowder and bullets into it.

"Theoretically, it is possible, but it's not in a place like the Ancient Martial Arts World. The world consciousness will not favor those who transform into dragons. Anyway, you are the one who will bear the three tribulations of heaven, earth and man. You can decide for yourself." Lilith couldn't help laughing and said with a bright smile: "The black rose does hurt the soul, but it's a pity that it can't hurt me."

Jiang He put away his flintlock rifle. Zhuang Ya had reached the peak of bronze level after 300 years of cultivation before the two sides met. After several evolutions, it was time for him to reach the level of silver. The best time would be after the outbreak of war when the power of various places declined. The transformation into a dragon would cause floods on both sides of the river, and he would be inherently opposed to the land nobles.

"A mob."

"Boss, I'm here."

The group pecked at the heads of the white seagulls one by one. After learning their lesson, they immediately flew to the familiar airport.

"How long will it take you to become a silver age?" Jiang He asked. His current life level has been elevated to that of an ordinary creature in the Silver Age, but he has not yet completed the proof of becoming a strong man. It is time to give back to his teammates.

"The basic values ​​are still far from perfect, but it's not slow anymore. It's because you're moving too fast, boss." Wuhe opened the panel permissions.

Jiang He took a quick look and found that the player level was LV13, with agility as high as 22, which was a standout. Strength and physique were both 15, and spirit was 19, which was still far from the silver baseline. A total of 14 free attribute points were required.

"It's impossible to upgrade in a short time. Next, find a place to get a book about bird breathing. But it has to be of high quality. Lao Hei's magic wolf breathing method has a matching wizard magic wolf potion. These ancient big families have a foundation."

Wuhe nodded and said, "The Zoa Islands are located due west of the Chaos Corridor. The normal voyage takes five days. If the Saint Lilith starts the propulsion mode, it will probably take half a day to get there. That is the Pirate City, the largest underground market in the entire Old Continent. It is the territory of the Golden Pirate King, the Flame Devouring Knight."

While the two were talking, Zhuang Ya, dressed in a thin white dress, walked out of the captain's room in a daze. This evolution made her eyes turn into a bright golden color. In addition to the natural coldness of snakes, she also had a lot more majesty.

"Morning, Snake."

"Morning, Brother Wu San."

Zhuang Ya greeted the man and the bird very politely.

Wuhe clucked twice in a reserved manner as a response.

Jiang He held her little head and turned it half a circle, then said, "Go find Ah Da, he's in the kitchen."

"Okay." A hint of joy flashed in Zhuang Ya's golden vertical pupils. When a snake wakes up from hibernation, the first thing it does is naturally to feast on a feast.

Jiang He explained the matter of the dragon blood wine to Wu He. Since they had control over rare plants, it was not difficult to grow flame fruits on the ship. The brewed dragon blood wine was very flavorful, and at least it could make him feel a little drunk.

The sun is high in the sky in the morning.

The great knight Roland arrived at the port, received the report from the evil soldiers, and went straight onto the deck.

"Count Rhine, this is the privateering license and the combat order of the Duke's Castle." Roland handed over two pieces of parchment and continued, "The Duke has more than one pirate group in captivity. Your next mission is to attack the royal merchant ships and distribute the spoils freely."

The combat order clearly marked several fixed shipping routes of the Royal Chamber of Commerce and the East Falvie Company. The weather in the stormy sea was unpredictable, so the value of fixed shipping routes was extremely precious, and it took a lot of effort to open up new safe shipping routes.

Jiang He had no intention of cooperating with other pirates. After putting away the two pieces of parchment, he said, "You have been very close to Brownie recently."

The blond youth just smiled upon hearing this. The whip marks on his face looked a little strange. He replied, "The Duke wants me to serve Master Brownie. Of course I am willing to obey. But objectively speaking, neither Brownie nor the eldest master are great leaders. I personally prefer Lor, the illegitimate child you beat up in public."

"You also know that he is an illegitimate child." Jiang He guided.

Roland shrugged and said, "At least that kid doesn't have his eyes set on the position of duke. He is now an excellent apprentice knight, not far from becoming a knight."

"It is said that he has obtained the treasure map of the Silver Wizard. It is no longer impossible for him to be promoted to a great knight in the future. This matter has been making a lot of noise recently. However, he is of the Duke's blood after all, and the coveters have to follow the rules for the time being."

Jiang He glanced sideways upon hearing this.

Wuhe explained in a low voice that the Silver Wizard was a top silver wizard before the beginning of the Age of Discovery, and was very famous in the chaotic land. Because of his expertise in mental witchcraft that was hard to guard against, people with bad intentions regarded him as a titled wizard in advance.

It's a pity that he died on the way, just like the explorer Dougman, he was suspected to have encountered an attack from a titled strongman. However, the Silver Wizard has one of the most famous legacies. His solidified spiritual will runes further solidified after his death and turned into three silver fruits.

Among the three silver fruits, two have been discovered and used, and the users have successfully awakened the silver will. The last one is hidden in the coffin of the silver wizard, and its location remains a mystery.

The Silver Fruit is the only extraordinary treasure in the history of this world that can be effective in awakening the Silver Will.

"Boss, I smell the scent of destiny." Wuhe said quietly.

Jiang He understood that the most difficult part of being promoted from a knight to a great knight was not the value or accumulation, but the silver will that needed to be awakened on its own. Treasures that could help with awakening basically did not exist, and countless peak bronze warriors died at this level. However, the power of destiny of the world consciousness allowed the miracle of the silver fruit to be born, which was enough to solve the biggest obstacle on the growth path of the child of destiny.

Seeing that the other party was deep in thought, Roland reminded him, "Your Saint Lilith showed its miraculous power in the naval battle. Although the Duke was not very interested, the Sword Elder and Earl White Sail both believed that it was at least an A-level secret treasure with rare functions. That's all I have to say. I won't say anything else."

Roland said goodbye after delivering the gifts. The war between the Red Rose and the White Rose had begun, marked by the attack on the kingdom's merchant ships in the Corridor of Chaos. It had officially entered the early warm-up stage and blocked maritime trade. The royal family had no way to retreat, and the intensity of the war would only increase day by day.

Jiang He watched this guy return to the prosperous city. Duke De York might not be uninterested. He might want to pick the fruits directly after his training is completed. After all, at the celebration party last night, the other party did show his vigilance.

"Let Ah San come over."

"Yes."

A moment later, Ah San, dressed as a young nobleman, came up to him. He had a white rose brooch on his chest and his collar was open, looking quite frivolous.

"My only beloved Creator, what can I do for you?"

Jiang He rubbed his brows and said, "I became the Count of Rhine, and you, as my steward, embezzled money. I drove you away, and the hatred between us was irreconcilable. In order to seek revenge, you found Lor, who was once taught a lesson by me. This is your background setting."

"Next, you need to keep an eye on the Child of Destiny, especially when he is about to find the Silver Fruit. Dawn Intelligence will constantly update your thinking patterns to prevent you from being affected by fate."

Jiang He plans to place an undercover agent next to his prey.

Ah San smiled and said, “Master, I think it’s safer to approach as a wanderer.”

"Due to various coincidences, the child of destiny will find out that you are my subordinate sooner or later."

"I suggest that I go with my sister, it will be more effective. To do this, I need an initial capital of 300 gold coins. Women with excellent acting skills are very expensive in the Nightingale Market."

"Sure, but no matter how beautiful a nightingale is, it won't cost 300 gold coins."

"Me and my seven sisters."

Jiang He laughed dumbly, "You decide for yourself."

Ah San took off his hat in salute. The seven "sisters" were actually a bit naughty, but the Creator was always tolerant towards his own people like them.

"See you later, my Maker."

Asan took the money and left, then went straight to the Nightingale Market after getting off the boat. The so-called nightingale is a special profession that provides guests with relaxing services at night.

Jiang He turned around and shouted, "Lao Hei, let's set sail."

"okay."

Beside the side of the ship, Lao Hei suddenly stood up and put away his fishing rod. He was the first mate and boatswain, and he needed to coordinate the overall situation when setting sail.

Half a quarter of an hour later, the third-class destroyer Saint Lilith set sail, sailed out of the prosperous port, and headed straight for the central waters of the kingdom.

……

July 1600, Exploration Year 6.

The Battle of Caribibu ended on the third day.

The Dukedom of York issued a local law - the Northland Navigation Act

From now on, any maritime trade to the North must use De York merchant ships, and all others are prohibited from passing through internal waterways.

Unexpectedly, the great northern nobles who encountered the trade blockade voiced little opposition, simply because most families were holding funerals. The Bloody Day of the Red Keep resulted in the deaths of seventeen nobles with titles above earl, and the king's most trusted court painter was assassinated because his painting "The Peaceful Red Keep" was leaked.

When the news came out, Henry VI was furious.

According to rumors from the palace servants, Princess Cecilia secretly advised the king at the first opportunity:

The king lived in the palace, and the painter also lived in the palace.

Both were residents of the Red Fort’s court.

Now that the painter is dead, someone must be plotting to kill the king.

Henry VI's rage turned into shock and anger. In the evening, he appointed Princess Cecilia as the garrison commander of the royal capital, with full responsibility for hunting down the murderer, and the Knights Guard cooperated unconditionally.

That night, Princess Cecilia unjustly killed dozens of people, all of whom were nobles and high-ranking officials. Two arrogant dukes were imprisoned, and rumors of persecution to death soon spread.

For a time, everyone in the capital was in danger, rebellions broke out in various places, and countless people privately cursed the executioner princess who came from the royal family.

……

The vast blue sea.

The sea breeze blew past, blowing the sails.

On the safe route from East Falvi to the New World, a giant merchant ship is sailing smoothly and is about to safely arrive at the largest black port in the central part of the royal capital and return to the headquarters of the colonial company.

The Oak was carrying 1000 tons of spices, which were sold in various places, with a net profit of up to 30 gold coins. In addition, there were also various rare gems and minerals, which could be exchanged from the New World tribes for extremely cheap handicrafts.

A rough glass cup that can be found anywhere can be exchanged for an emerald of the same weight, which is a huge profit.

In addition to formal trade, the profits from the slave trade were even more lucrative. The Oak captured 100 New World natives, each of whom could be sold for a high price of gold coins. Keeping natives in captivity was a symbol of the nobles' identity and status.

Among them, a few half-blood dark elf natives generally have a lifespan of up to two hundred years, and their price reaches a terrifying 3000 gold coins. The most important thing is that the reproduction cycle of these half-blood dark elves is not long, and they can reproduce with ordinary people. As long as the buyer is not a human, they can provide a steady stream of income.

The Oak's voyage lasted nearly half a year, and the estimated profit was about 80 gold coins. This huge profit made the Age of Exploration flourish.

The prerequisite is to successfully complete the round trip voyage.

"Captain, a pirate ship was spotted at 23 minutes northeast!"

The lookout's shout echoed, and Captain Cross hurriedly raised his monocular telescope. The Oak was one of only three giant merchant ships of the Colonial Company. It was expensive and could not afford to fail.

"Let the Kingdom Navy's escort destroyers engage in battle. Our Oak is too slow. Tell the Rear Admiral that I have prepared a Grand Knight-class Construct Armor for him after we return to the port!"

Captain Cross took the initiative to bleed. Ordinary pirate ships would not avoid the escorting destroyers. It was most likely that the enemy had bad intentions. However, the Ouroboros pirate flag on the enemy ship was not well-known, and it might be a young pirate who was just starting out and didn't know the seriousness of the situation. But in any case, he could not afford the consequences of the Oak being robbed.

(End of this chapter)