Pirate: It’s not a phantom beast, it’s a phantom god!

Chapter 71 Take a Break

"Hey, hey, look at those two marines! They're not even as tall as Lord Burfat's chest, yet they have so much strength!"

"Yes, such a big mast is like a toy in their hands!"

"Is this the navy? Are all the marines so strong?"

"That shouldn't be the case. Look at those ordinary soldiers next to them. They all look surprised. Maybe only these high-ranking officials are so powerful."

……

The townspeople chattered about it. These ordinary residents who rarely left the island had a rare opportunity to get close to the legendary navy.

However, the crowd did not last long. Before it got completely dark, they took their wives and children home to sleep.

From beginning to end, no one dared to take the initiative to step forward and communicate with the navy.

Zefa saw all this, but couldn't help feeling a little disappointed.

Seeing this, Garp understood the pain his old comrade felt and patted him on the shoulder to comfort him.

"I'm fine, Garp. Have the soldiers get ready and then prepare to rest."

Just as Zefa was getting ready to arrange for everyone to keep watch and go to bed, a familiar voice rang out.

"Are you planning to take a break?"

Yes, her voice is still so ethereal and gentle.

The gentle and soothing tone added a sense of dreaminess to the night, almost to the point of stirring people's hearts.

No one knew when she came, and she was holding an old-fashioned oil lamp in her hand.

"Oh! It's Miss La."

"Miss La is here?"

"Where is it? Let me see!"

……

Although they had only met once in the morning, La's beauty and gentleness left a deep impression on the naval soldiers.

After all, who doesn’t like a cute, sensible and quiet little loli?

"Haha! Blonde girl, why are you here?"

Karp is still carefree.

“It’s getting late, I came to see if you have a place to stay.

After all, the mayor asked me to entertain you, and I can't let you sleep outside."

"We can just sleep in the cabin. These soldiers are used to it. There's no need to bother you anymore."

When Zefa saw La coming, he jumped off the deck and came to her.

"I noticed the cabin was flooded when you arrived, and I'm afraid it's still a bit damp."

"Hahaha! Don't worry, little girl.

We are all in good health, so it’s no big deal to spend one night on the boat. After all, we’re leaving early tomorrow morning.”

[Just as I guessed, are you leaving tomorrow morning?]
"Since you are in a hurry to leave tomorrow, you should get a good rest tonight.

There are still quite a few vacant rooms at the former headquarters of the Beasts Pirates. Although it's a bit messy, it's still clean and dry. Why don't you stay there for a night?"

Zefa and Garp looked at each other, then looked at the soldiers around them, thought for a moment and made up their minds.

"Well, that's fine too."

"Leave half of the people on duty tonight to watch the ship, and the rest go pack up."

"Yes!"×n
"Hahaha! I've never stayed in a pirate's room before!"

The young-minded naval hero was the first to cheer.

The soldiers also found it somewhat novel and packed their beddings with excitement.

"Then follow me when you're done packing."

Before coming, La had actually tidied up Baishou's dormitory a little to make sure that nothing important was left out.

As for why they specifically led the navy to the Beasts' dormitory...

On the one hand, it is to monitor them closely to prevent them from running around at night and noticing anything.

On the other hand, my habit of taking care of others has come back again.

Just like cats with different patterns and colors, these humans who have completely different desires from the pirates make La want to get closer and observe them carefully.

……

"Ooooh! Is this where pirates usually live?"

“It’s no different from an ordinary dormitory~”

"Look! This is the latest fashion magazine from 'Sumo Panda'~ I didn't expect pirates to read this kind of stuff." "Here's an atlas introducing the ships of Water Seven."

……

"Not bad~ I thought pirates' places all smelled of mold and sweat!"

Garp carelessly tossed the covers onto one of the beds.

"I took some fresh air before coming here." La, who was lighting the lamp, responded.

"Thank you for your trouble. It's really troublesome for you."

When Zefa saw the room that had obviously been cleaned, the guilt in his heart rose again.

Even though the navy had never given any help to the townspeople, they were so dedicated in entertaining them.

And this sensible little girl in front of me...

The soldiers who were still excited also quieted down after hearing Zefa's words.

It's not like they haven't encountered warm hospitality when they were on missions before, but that was only after they risked their lives to drive away the vicious pirates.

Or maybe they hope to keep them as bodyguards for the local nobles.

Like today, the navy did not do anything for the town, and the other party did not make any demands, but just tried their best to entertain them. This was unprecedented.

"Thank you, Miss La. Thank you."

"I'm sorry I couldn't do anything for you!"

"Miss La, why don't you join the navy? No one can bully you with us around."

"General Zefa, can't we really stay and protect this town?"

"I, I feel guilty, General Zefa!"

……

To be fair, the townspeople didn't actually give them any special care.

You have to pay for meals and for buying things, and the bosses and vendors actually make a small profit because of their arrival.

But it was a different story for these soldiers.

I had just escaped a near-death shipwreck and finally arrived at a small town, hungry and exhausted.

Then the other party will take you to a big meal without saying a word, and the arrangements are very clear so that no one is left out.

At night, I was worried that you wouldn't sleep well, so I specially cleaned a dry room for you and ventilated the room in advance in case there was any odor.

Especially since the one who arranged all this was an extremely cute and sensible little girl!
Although this may not be the best time for them to eat or live, the care hidden in the details still makes these soldiers who are wandering outside feel indescribable warmth.

……

The soldiers' words left Zefa silent. He knew he couldn't give them the response they wanted.

"Okay, be quiet!"

"Stop causing trouble for the little girl. Everyone, make your beds and get ready for bed."

Karp saw the helplessness and confusion of his old comrade, and stood up to stop everyone.

La, who was in the center of the crowd, looked at the scene with some confusion.

After all, from her point of view, she only wanted to prevent these navy members from leaving her control, and it would be best if they could follow her arrangements completely before she continued to entertain them.

Anyway, I have nothing to do, and I can learn more about the navy by communicating with this group of people.

Now, the soldiers' words of gratitude somewhat surprised her.

[It seems like it's becoming increasingly difficult to understand human emotions lately.]
[Has the fusion with the divine side deepened?... Looks like I need to think of something.]
……

"Thank you for your kindness, may you sleep well tonight."

Under the grateful gaze of a group of navy men, La left the room carrying the oil lamp.

As the door closed, the soldiers began to whisper again.

"That's great, kid."

"Yes, she's cute and has a beautiful voice, just like the legendary siren."

"Don't compare such a cute child to a banshee!"

“Isn’t it because her voice is so beautiful?
Now I understand why, according to legend, sailors on the sea were mesmerized by the sirens' songs.

If I heard that little girl singing, I would definitely be mesmerized too."

"Okay, okay..."

"Go to sleep. I haven't slept for two days. I'm so sleepy."

……

(End of this chapter)