In this crossover anime, many ruthless and powerful figures reside in my territory.

“I’ll be honest with you if I have any questions, Nadia.”

"These guys are making such a ruckus again... Nakime, mute them and play music."

"Yes, Lord Muzan."

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Esdeath looked at the noisy living room, and for some reason, the corners of her mouth turned up slightly.

It felt like returning to my old home.

Although no one was particularly enthusiastic about hunting, it gave her a different kind of comfort.

Why?

Esdeath couldn't help but look up at Lister.

It's strange. He's clearly a strong person, yet he's completely different from his father, with drastically different words and actions.

“Lister, I want to learn about energy, spirit particles and chakra are both fine.”

"There is a power more suitable for you, so for now, cultivate magic power. You can convert magic power into one of them at any time later."

After he finished speaking, Liszt clapped his hands.

"Everyone, have you selected the candidates for the Eastward Expansion Plan?"

Suddenly, all the sounds in the room disappeared, as if the previous noise had never existed.

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Cortini gave a wry smile, while Nadia and Elsa looked composed. Betty and Prie lowered their heads, and Dog Tail and Cat Tail swayed uneasily.

Lena was scratching her head, while the four squad leaders—Cabel, Garcia, Orsis, and Skalinka—were playing rock-paper-scissors.

Muzan, an outsider watching the show, was having a great time.

Lister sighed.

"It's just a temporary separation, it's not like we'll never see each other again, and we'll compensate you afterwards."

That's the downside of having subordinates become lovers; nobody wants to go on a long-distance mission.

"……All right."

"After the people who went there return, I will have a day and night date with them in the modern city."

Suddenly, several hands were raised.

Lister breathed a sigh of relief when he saw that someone had finally volunteered to go.

Tomorrow will be the seventh day.

In addition to the official commencement of the Eastward Expansion Plan, one person's restrictions will be lifted.

We need to be prepared to "welcome" him.

Chapter 124 The Voyage Begins, A Debate on Justice

The next morning, in Red Maple Town.

Lister watched as the much younger-looking Haytham packed his luggage and said goodbye to Morag, Chris, and the others.

"Are you ready?"

"Ready."

After confirming the situation, Lister put one hand on Helsen's shoulder, while Esdeath and Aura grabbed his arms.

In the blink of an eye, the four of them arrived inside a large, brightly lit cave.

Here, jagged rocks are covered with metal decks, and at the end of this steel road stands a massive Epsilon shipyard, more than thirty meters high.

The dock is embedded inside the cave, where many Epsilon clones are walking back and forth, helping to move items.

One of the large sailboats was moored on the shore.

Although it looks like a sailboat, it actually integrates Epsilon's emerging technology and is a fast boat powered by electricity.

The reason it was built in a rustic style was to make it easier for people to access Winter Harbor later.

"Accompanying you on this voyage are fifty Guardian Regiment soldiers, two Holy Light Doctors, the Royal Guard squad leader Scarinka, and Shadow Attendants Prie and Pauline."

"Don't worry about not knowing how to operate the boat."

"Epsilon trained thirty clone sailors and made the ship's controls so simple that they were easy to operate."

"However, even if it were to become a sailboat, with your extensive experience at sea, you should be able to handle it."

Haytham nodded. He had led a crew on voyages across the Americas in search of the remains of the pioneers, so he was very familiar with the open ocean.

He even knows a little bit about the work of a navigator.

Without wasting any time, the group jumped directly onto the ocean-going sailboat.

The ship can easily accommodate one hundred people, and its internal biochemical reaction chamber has enough electricity to meet the crew's needs for a year even without recharging. The meat and vegetables stored in the freezer can also ensure the crew's daily nutritional requirements.

Living in a ship like that must be very comfortable.

Moreover, there's no need to worry about supplies, as Epsilon's submarines can arrive at the sailing ship at any time to provide electricity, food, and so on.

Haytham surveyed the ship's structure, found the captain's cabin, and placed the written materials he had brought there. When he returned to the deck, he saw Lister explaining things to Scarinka with bear ears, Prie with cat ears, and Pauline with mouse ears.

"Helsen".

Lister continued speaking as he saw Haytham approaching.

"On this voyage, you will first need to head north and cross an underground river that connects to the sea."

"After about half a day of sailing, you will reach the sea. Then you will need to head east and then south to reach the winter port of the Kingdom of Mut."

Hayesen nodded firmly.

"Yes, I've noted down the route, and there's also an Epsilon submarine fleet following along."

"Yes, we know very little about this Arctic Sea. Our submarine force has discovered many large fish underwater while searching for winter ports to the south, so you still need to be careful."

“Skalinka is with you this time as insurance. She is very strong and can ensure the safety of the ship.”

"At the same time, she will also be your training partner during this voyage."

Skalinka, a bear-eared orc with brown hair like Lena, slung her steel halberd over her shoulder and laughed.

Please take good care of me during this time.

“I will be responsible for training your body, Pauline will be responsible for training you in the use of shadow power, and Priscilla will accompany you in actual combat.”

"You'll pass the strength test when you can touch Priscilla's clothes."

After she finished speaking, Lister patted Haytham on the shoulder with a serious expression.

"This eastward advance is entirely your responsibility to decide."

"Whether Hongfengling can leave the Hongfeng Basin depends on the success of this plan."

Faced with Lister's trust, Haytham said nothing, but shook hands firmly with him, his resolute gaze giving the answer.

At this point, no further words are needed.

Lister left the ocean liner and watched as the ship raised its anchor and set sail towards the dark river in the distance, where there were no lights.

On the deck, Skalinka, Prie, Pauline, and others waved goodbye to Lister.

We may not be able to meet for a long time afterward.

Although Skalinka and Prie connected with Lister through their souls, the distance of their telepathic communication was much longer than that of others.

But who knows how long it will last? I'm afraid I'll lose that deep spiritual connection with Liszt sooner or later.

The two were a little scared at the thought, but they still mustered up their courage to prepare to fulfill their responsibilities.

They are to be close attendants of the future greatest king, how could they behave so rudely?

Liszt gazed into the distance until the ship completely disappeared around the corner.

"Okay, let's go back."

Lister turned around, placed his hands on Esdeath and Aura's shoulders, and used the Flying Thunder God Technique to arrive at the sixth-floor reception room of Red Maple Castle.

Esdeath glanced at Lister, who was sitting in the main seat, and couldn't help but ask.

"Lister, what are we doing now? Aren't we training?"

"Esdeath, wouldn't it be nice to take a break and relax a bit?"

"I want to defeat you."

"..."

Lister couldn't help but sigh.

"Wait a minute, I'll start training you after I finish talking to someone."

"Who?"

"A strong person."

On the other side, Aura had already used her magic to brew black tea and served it to Lister and Esdeath respectively, and also placed a cup of black tea opposite Lister.

After doing all this, she stood beside Lister.

"Are there any stronger individuals than you in Red Maple Territory?"

"Of course there are. Madara and Aizen, whom you've met before, are examples. As for the person I'm waiting for now..."

Lister paused for a moment.

"You won't know until you play a match."

"When will he come?"

"We're almost there."

As soon as he finished speaking, a portal appeared in the room, and a magma being radiating incredible heat appeared inside.

Lister took a sip of black tea, and his spiritual pressure formed a wall that kept the surging heat outside, while the system's restrictions prevented the furniture from being damaged by the high heat.