We agreed to set sail, so you'd become the ruler of the deep sea?

Chapter 76 [The Night of the Blood Moon] (34)

If it weren't for Fei Ya's earlier words, Xia En certainly wouldn't have wanted to miss this rare and grand event.

This can be seen from Fei Ya's strange attitude.

He could easily guess that there was something fishy about this "Blood Moon Night".

It may conceal a deadly danger.

To be honest, Xia En felt unwilling to leave quietly like this.

Although he was still quite far from advancing to the next level, he needed to start preparing the materials for the potion he would use to break through to the second tier.

The advancement from rank zero to rank one only requires a potion that enhances inspiration, and there are not many restrictions on the types of potions.

However, starting from the second-tier advancement ritual, the demand for potions on each secret path begins to show a clear direction.

Certain potion ingredients are naturally more difficult to collect.

Coincidentally, the pirate captain named "Thunder Fang" Loren was none other than the second-tier professional of the Captain's Secret Path—the [Wave Chaser]!
The potion ingredients he wanted to obtain in the [Blood Moon Secret Realm] to break through to the third tier could actually also be used as potions to advance to the second tier!

This is a backward compatibility relationship.

Only the dosage and usage need to be slightly changed.

Moreover, even if it cannot be used, it is not impossible to save it for when advancing to the third tier.

"Speaking of which... the [Blood Moon Secret Realm] is located beneath the sea? Does it require diving into the sea to enter?"

Just as he was hesitating, a flash of inspiration suddenly struck Xia En, and he discovered a blind spot.

"If I were to dive in the waters covered by a blood moon, would I enter the seabed where it normally is, or...?"

Xia En's heart was pounding.

If this conjecture is plausible, he would dare to take the plunge, even if it were a life-or-death situation, let alone if there were something fishy going on!
However, speculation is just speculation and needs to be verified through practice.

Xia En composed himself, and with a thought, turned off the lights in the cabin.

—As his connection with the Black Swan deepened, pulling off this little trick would be quite simple.

Leaving the innermost cabin, Shane soon encountered an armored knight guarding the passageway.

I must say, it's actually quite frightening to see such a large suit of armor hiding silently in the shadows.

But look at how he frantically pulled out paper and pen, and how his armor jingled.

Xia En was immediately delighted.

The atmosphere that had been like stepping out of a horror movie set vanished instantly.

"It's too dark here, let's go outside to talk."

Xia En chuckled and said, "Perfect timing, I also have something to announce."

Although there are only two crew members currently, the proper sense of ceremony should still be maintained.

Not long after.

The two went up to the deck.

Joey was engrossed in reading an old book, and the mysterious charm in his eyes grew stronger.

It must be said that Joey's magical talent was even stronger than Shane had anticipated.

In just over ten days, she successfully advanced to the first-tier [Scholar] level with the help of the magical potion gifted by the sea creatures.

Become the third Secret Pathfinder on the ship!
Just then, Joey noticed Shane's arrival and looked up in surprise: "Captain, Knight... Huh?"

Things are different now; as a scholar, she has developed a more acute sense of perception.

Therefore, it was noticeable that Xia En's aura had undergone an unusually significant change.

It's like a gently flowing stream transforming into a vast lake.

An active and vast mystical power flowed within his body, appearing dangerous and powerful.

But the problem is...

Why is it that not only the captain, but also the knight has become stronger?!
In Joey's opinion, Ann's aura had also become somewhat deeper.

Although the increase was far less than that of Xia En, it was still quite considerable among those of the same level of Secret Path practitioners.

In fact, this is precisely the characteristic of the [Knight] Secret Path.

Those who dedicate themselves will naturally be rewarded.

The stronger the master one follows, the greater the knight's strength will be. Of course, if a knight is disloyal to his master or even betrays him, he will also suffer the backlash of the secret power.

Unaware of what was going on, Joey felt inexplicably wronged, much like being secretly studying for the college entrance exam by her roommate. Xia En, oblivious to her thoughts, said, "We've been on the island long enough; it's time to set sail."

"Is there anything else you two would like to buy?"

Previously, Shane had also given the two crew members a few gold dragon coins for them to spend.

But whether it's Joey or Ann, their desire to consume is pitifully low.

Or rather, they simply didn't know how to spend this huge sum of money!
Think about it too.

For sailors, the biggest expenses were either gambling or hiring prostitutes.

But neither of them had that need at all.

In the end, it was Xia En who took the initiative to buy some equipment and books suitable for the two of them, which can be regarded as a superior's care for his subordinate in the workplace.

After the two crew members expressed their opinions, Shane quickly found the owner of the dock and opened the sluice gates to release water.

As the seawater surged forward, the Black Swan gradually sailed out of the dock.

Xia En raised his head and looked at the endless sea in the distance.

The brilliant sunlight shone down, and the waves rose and fell like shimmering gold.

A gentle breeze is pleasant, and the waves are soft and gentle.

Feeling the familiar salty sea breeze, Xia En couldn't help but smile.

During his time on Silvermoon Island, he had no worries about food or clothing, and he didn't make any enemies. His life was quite carefree, but he always felt that something was missing.

At that moment, Xia En understood that this vast and boundless sea was his true home.

Perhaps, within him, there always existed a gene that yearned for adventure and was unwilling to be ordinary.

My own journey is to the stars and the sea!
"start sailing!"

……

……

The next day.

at dusk.

As the sun's edge gradually approaches the horizon, the buildings on Silver Moon Island are slowly bathed in the glow of the setting sun, as if they are about to melt into the evening light.

Salvage ships, pirate ships, federal patrol boats...

Countless ships of all sizes have left the port and are anchored in the middle of the bay, also bathed in the golden hue of the setting sun.

The bustling ships made the sea seem somewhat crowded.

They were able to coexist peacefully because Viper Queen's Viper was patrolling slowly nearby.

No one is allowed to cause trouble on the night of the Blood Moon, or they will be expelled from Silvermoon Bay.

—This is precisely the rule set by this governor.

"Strange... Were there so many patrol boats on the sea before?"

Some of the ship captains looked around, asking questions in confusion.

In their memory, the Federation government did not seem to participate in the "Night of the Blood Moon" in previous years, so why did they send out so many people this time?
"Could it be to wipe out those three major pirate groups?"

Shh, keep your voice down! The pirates are looking this way!

Amidst a multitude of smaller boats, three enormous pirate ships stood out conspicuously.

The massive and majestic hull of a ship is itself a symbol of power.

On the sails fluttering in the sea breeze, there are painted jet-black lightning bolts, a giant eagle, and a sea monster with a human body and a fish tail.

It was the Thunder, the Skyhawk, and the Siren.

However, none of the captains of these pirate ships showed up.

They were quietly waiting for night to fall.

As darkness gradually fell, the bright full moon appeared on the horizon, casting its cold, pale light down from above.

But when the moonlight shines on the sea.

A blood-red full moon, almost occupying half of the bay, suddenly emerged from the sea!

(End of this chapter)