Endless Ocean: Escape Starting from a Canoe

Chapter 154 "Making a living on a drifting ship".

Abu and Nia were astonished to see Jafang extend his right hand.

How could Jafar, Ptolemy's most trusted advisor, an arrogant and ruthless cabinet minister, show such goodwill?
When has it ever happened?

Shi Ming smiled slightly, extended his right hand, and silently used the Xuanwu Shield.

He held Jia Fang's hand tightly.

Defenses can not do without.

Suddenly, he felt a sinister little snake, carrying chill and menacing malice, slip through Jia Fang's palm and into his body as lightly as a feather. If Shi Ming hadn't had such keen senses, he would never have noticed it.

S-rank skill: Feather of the Nether Serpent?

Before the little snake could even cause trouble, it was like a lamb entering a tiger's den, surrounded and attacked by three different forces: the red markings on its right arm, the power of the Black Tortoise, and the power of the Titan. They pounced on it like hungry wolves and strangled the little snake in an instant.

Like a piece of fat meat thrown into a wolf pack, it was torn to shreds in less than a second.

Not even a crumb was left.

A skill ranked only 97th, how dare you be so presumptuous?

Shi Ming was slightly disappointed.

If I had known this would happen, I wouldn't have wasted my energy using the Black Tortoise Shield.

But after the red-striped right arm absorbed the power of the small snake, he discovered that his attack power had actually increased slightly.

Attack +1

And such good things?

Having tasted the benefits, Shi Ming held Jia Fang's hand tightly, unwilling to let go.

Jia Fang frowned.
What's wrong with this kid?
You think you can get away with this just because I gave you a hard time?
Shameless.

Don't worry, your wish will come true in a few days.

As a curse-type skill, the Feather of the Nether Serpent is considered successfully implanted once it touches the opponent's body and enters their body.

Next, it will rapidly and stealthily parasitize and divide, like spores, draining the host's energy within 7 days, and leaving cursed marks on its body, as if it has angered a god. Only by combining it with the energy of a Dome Crystal or a Pure Dome Crystal can it be barely suppressed, but this will also cause the "Heart of the Nether Serpent" to form even faster, bearing plump fruit that becomes nourishment for the caster.

As an S-rank curse skill, it is difficult to detect.

Therefore, although Jia Fang was tired of Shi Ming's rudeness, he was also secretly pleased.

The power of the Nether Serpent within him surged even more intensely, causing his heart to pound.

Are they cheering and jumping for joy too?

For the fruits to come?

……

Through this handshake, Shi Ming confirmed that Jia Fang was indeed the new S-class Awakener of the Pharaoh, the one who had been bathed in the blood of the "Feathered Serpent of the Underworld" and awakened the "Feathered Serpent of the Underworld" skill. He was also the originator of the curse.

There are countless wicked things happening on the endless sea, and although Shi Ming disapproves of them, he can't interfere with them all.

But now that they're targeting me, how can I let this go unpunished?
The way to death!

With a warm smile on his face, Shi Ming held Jia Fang's hand tightly, while secretly mobilizing a trace of the most violent power of the Deep Sea Titan within his body, compressing it as much as possible, and mixing it with the power of Xuanwu as a counteractor, temporarily neutralizing and suppressing the rage.

This power, which had neutralized the bloodlines of Xuanwu and Titan and become silent, did not penetrate into Jia Fang's body like the Feather of the Nether Serpent.

Instead, it lurked in his clothes and elaborate accessories.

This makes it difficult to detect.

Although this power is far less bizarre than an S-rank skill, it can still play a role in crucial moments.

……

Watching Shi Ming and Jia Fang shake hands and interact, the old man Abu became a little impatient.

How can a descendant of the dragon from the Dragon Kingdom be led astray by this old thief?

"Lord Stone, how about I show you the atmosphere of the Fa Lao Hao next? Jia Fang has important matters to attend to as soon as possible."

"Oh, I'm sorry, Mr. Jia Fang."

Shi Ming seemed to realize his rudeness and withdrew his tightly clenched hands. "It's alright."

Jia Fang also put his right hand away.

Shi Ming now has excellent control over his power, and Jia Fang is completely unaware of Shi Ming's "buy one get one free" offer.

"In recent days, the Pharaoh has been hosting a grand feast of sea beasts. Brother Shi, you should stay on the Pharaoh for a few more days. The magnificent scenery of the Pharaoh's former kingdom is all gathered on this drifting ship. Countless ancient books and civilizations are available, dazzling the eyes."

"Oh?"

Shi Ming's eyes lit up.

He seized the opportunity to back down.

"I have long admired the culture of the Pharaoh's country. I wonder if those ancient books are open to the public?"

Understanding part of the history of the Pharaohs' kingdom, as well as the style and structure of their tombs, should be helpful for his later exploration of the underwater pyramids.

???

Jia Fang was speechless.

You country bumpkin from the East, can't you understand polite words?

Those ancient texts are treasures of a bygone era.

How could I let an outsider like you, who knows nothing about me, rummage through my files?

But since they had already made such a boast, they could only maintain appearances. Although the ancient classics were valuable, they were worthless in the face of power.

The culture of the Pharaoh's land is vast and profound. Even though much was lost during the flood, a great deal of its essence has been preserved. Just a small part of it is enough to broaden the horizons of this country boy.

Even someone like him, born in an era of wandering, would find it difficult to discern.

"Guests are always welcome. Brother Shi, you saved one of the honorary cabinet captains of my Pharaoh's Kingdom, so you are naturally our distinguished guest. I will grant you permission to peruse the precious books on the Pharaoh. However, these ancient books are valuable and can only be viewed under protective measures."

"Then thank you very much, Mr. Jia Fang."

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Watching Nia cheer and leave with Shi Ming, a sinister glint of triumph flashed in Jia Fang's snake-like eyes.

"I thought he really was an S-class Awakened One."

"Isn't he just a careless young brat who let me easily implant the Wings of the Nether Serpent?"

"Strange, the Nether Serpent power within me seems to have calmed down. Could it be that it has also sensed the harvest?"

"In the next seven days, the Pharaoh will be hosting a grand feast of sea creatures, and I can also look for some other suitable prey."

He was very picky about his prey.

There are four things he won't eat.

One should not consume the hearts of the Nether Serpents produced by the elderly and weak, as the awakened power within their bodies is aging and they cannot extract much benefit from it.

Secondly, he doesn't associate with powerful figures, such as awakened individuals from Black Gold, Lighthouse, or the Twelve Stars. He can't afford to offend them, and if he's discovered, it could easily lead to diplomatic incidents, which even Ptolemy couldn't cover for him.

I don't eat dark-skinned animals, especially those from the Nile River or Golden Bodhi trees. This is purely a matter of personal aesthetics; I just can't bring myself to eat them.

The benefits of not consuming C-grade or lower items are insufficient to compensate for the losses caused by the mark of the Nether Serpent's Feather, resulting in a very low return on investment!
In this world of endless oceans, the one thing that is never lacking is talent.

He has room for criticism.

Some people don't even qualify to be considered talented individuals.

Jia Fang thought to himself.

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