Navigator: I Have a Legendary Exploration Log

Chapter 96 Taking on a Disciple (Third Update, Seeking First Subscription)

Hearing Chelsea's sincere question, Antonio didn't mince words, "It's very simple."

"First, Luca's safety and growth. We don't need you to guarantee his survival; there's no absolute certainty at sea, and we understand that perfectly well."

"What we need is for you to train him as a real crew member, to teach him the experience and mindset of sailing, fighting, and dealing with crises, not a pampered young master who needs to be carefully protected."

"Secondly, your friendship and priority cooperation rights. The Corleone family is optimistic about your future. We do not ask you to leave the Navigators' Association; that is unrealistic and would cause unnecessary trouble."

"We only hope that when the Corleone family needs the support of naval power in certain matters, the Homecoming will give priority to cooperating with us."

"Of course! This is just a priority for cooperation, not a forced one. You are free to refuse without worrying about the consequences."

"third----"

Antonio picked up his glass, took a sip, and continued in a low voice, "Consider this a favor."

"If one day in the future you do obtain a potion recipe or key clues for a fourth-tier gourmet, would you be willing to share it with the Corleone family?"

"Rest assured, we won't take it for nothing; we will definitely offer you a price that satisfies you."

Chalice fell silent and began to think.

Seeing this, the others did not urge them on.

The Corleone family's terms didn't sound unreasonable.

Instead of forcibly binding them, they exchanged resources for future possibilities.

However, Luca's joining the ship was tantamount to branding the Homecoming with the Corleone family's "label".

But it doesn't matter.

Chalisba needs more crew members like this.

All the forces are on their own.

Anyone else who wants to make things difficult for you should think twice —

The key lies in trust.

Can I trust the Corleone family?

Based on the current contact...

Buck is experienced and principled; Antonio has a long-term vision and is honest; Michael and Thomas are in their prime, but they are not frivolous or arrogant, and they are very pragmatic.

The relatively young Luca is somewhat shy and reserved, but that may not be a bad thing.

Aside from the conflict arising from prioritizing family interests, Cherries cooperated with them quite well.

This conflict is entirely avoidable.

Having thought this through, Chalice had made his decision.

"Mr. Antonio, Luca may board the ship."

Chalice said seriously, "But I also have my rules. Even if he becomes an extraordinary being, he must start from the most basic sailor."

"This process won't take too long. I just want him to experience the work of those at the very bottom of the ship. That way, he won't develop the habit of being all talk and no action, and he'll learn to put himself in others' shoes."

"Furthermore—since you want to train him, I won't let him drift through life like the others. I will demand the same things from him as my teacher did, and the process might not be—easy—"

"I'm sorry! My hometown places great importance on education, so if I were to become a teacher, I would inevitably have to be strict."

Chalice smiled helplessly, but then his expression turned serious. "However, this is not mandatory. If you or Luca feel it's unnecessary, I can certainly teach him in a more relaxed way."

But all he saw was Antonio's eyes light up.

"Strict requirements—that's a good thing!"

The high-ranking patriarch of the Corleone family softened his voice, speaking gently and even with a hint of surprise: "Captain Cherries—you may not have a true understanding of the value of navigation."

"If you could go to sea with a senior captain and receive meticulous instruction, any faction would be scrambling for such an opportunity. You are so young to become a core captain and have completed many challenging missions. Your teacher must also be a capable captain."

"Luca is a hard worker, so please feel free to teach him without holding back! If he acts foolish or throws a tantrum, I'll handle him!"

As Chalis listened to Antonio's slightly excited statement, he had a strange sense of déjà vu.

After reaching a consensus on several details, the two parties established a pleasant cooperation.

"To Luca's voyage, and to our shared future! Cheers!"

Antonio led the way by raising his glass, and Cherries and the other members of the Corleone family responded with smiles.

"For Luca! For the future!"

"Cough cough cough————"

The excited boy choked on the alcohol, his face turning red. Luca's embarrassment elicited a hearty laugh.

The members of the Corleone family seemed to have truly accepted Cheryl, the outsider, and their lively laughter did not shy away from him at all.

Cherries savored the fine wine, surrounded by a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

In a daze, Chalice seemed to have returned to the past—

Maro Island is brightly lit at night.

The most exciting time of the day is just beginning.

However, Chérius declined the Corleone family's offer to stay.

He walked out of the gate guarded by bodyguards, reeking of alcohol.

Buck brought him here.

Please wait!

Chalice laughed heartily, "I'm not drunk!"

"Of course, you have a high alcohol tolerance."

Buck looked at him and suddenly said, "Actually, if you don't want me to come aboard the ship to protect Luca, you can refuse. The patriarch won't force you."

Why should I refuse?

Chalice didn't care. "Besides, having a Tier 3 Extraordinary on board gives the Homecoming an extra layer of security."

"I was also afraid you'd feel resentful, after all, captains usually have a strong desire for control—"

"That's them, I am me."

Chai Litan laughed and said, "As long as you stay hidden when there's no danger, and don't let Luca know you're there, you'll be fine!"

"This kind of covert protection—once the target finds out, it can no longer serve its purpose of training!"

"I see----"

Buck laughed too.

"Well then—farewell, Captain Cherries!"

Instead of returning to the hotel, Cheryl went to a restaurant.

Fried egg, steak, pork chop —

The same old three dishes.

Chalice ate with his mouth full of oil.

Not long after the collaboration was established, the Corleone family directly showed him research manuscripts on the pathways of desire.

There is no definitive conclusion; the results are for reference only.

But after reading it, Cheryl felt that she benefited greatly.

Many of the questions that had puzzled him in the past seemed to have found their answers.

Among captains, Cherries was undoubtedly an anomaly.

Sailing can indeed be very rewarding, but it also comes with high risks and high pressure.

Addicted to gambling and womanizing —

These are all good ways for captains to relax.

But Cherries doesn't gamble or play around with women; he doesn't even have any decent hobbies.

His only way to relieve stress seems to be working relentlessly.

This can't go on—

Chalice himself was aware of this.

Fortunately, he seems to have found his own way to relieve stress.

That is, eating!

Although enjoying delicious food costs money, it can not only relieve stress but also help him align with the sequence.

A clear and open mind.

With no more guilt, Chalice ate heartily, enjoying her meal even more. The potion, which was almost completely digested, was also quietly absorbed into her body in the last few strands.

Rough estimate.

After a few more days and a few more delicious meals, Chalice will be able to fully digest the Gourmet Potion and attempt to break through to the second tier.