The gale that blows out the flame in the lantern fills all the sails that have been unfurled. The cloth, which had become taut, dragged the heavy round boat through the surface of the sea, creating ripples that spread outward. The white foam splashed behind the Yorkshire Mariner, but was quickly swallowed up by the vast expanse of water.

Barrett, standing on the bow deck, felt the illusion of riding the wind. The seagulls that could still be seen when they left the port have disappeared without a trace as the ship moves away from the mainland. The ship's seafarers were divided into three shifts and are now mostly resting in the cabins. Only a few were still on deck staring at the sails and cables.

Such a squash of winds is very helpful for the speed of the ship. But at the same time, it is definitely a test for sails, masts and cables - if the quality is slightly poor or too old, there is a high chance of causing a HNA accident. The Yorkshire Mariner is well maintained, but it is not to be taken lightly.

Of course, the unlucky guy who wipes the deck with a slate is always indispensable. They are accustomed to using this method to let the able-bodied sailors vent their inexhaustible energy, lest any unnecessary thoughts arise when they are idle. Barrett, who had let go of the ship's side, turned around and could see the aborigines who were busy on the deck.

Traveling on the ocean is boring, and there is nothing but the endless sea in sight. Because of sensory illusions, the sea level in the distance seems to have remained unchanged without a reference. Positioning by measuring the angle of the celestial body is the best way to confirm the ship's itinerary.

Back below deck, Barrett immediately smelled an uncomfortable smell. Even the sulfur smoke in the cabin of Morbihan Harbor still does not completely eliminate the stench that has been built up over the years. Arriving at the cabin where the players belong, the citronella hanging from the doorway sways in the sea breeze.

Accompanied by the sea breeze blowing in from the porthole. Streams of water vapor were also sent into the cabin. But that's not to dispel the stench. The humidity that comes with this is relatively tolerable. Look at the companions lying in the hammocks like dead dogs. Barrett knocked the wall of the cabin: "Alright guys! Don't be angry like this anymore, or you'll make the aborigines laugh. ”

Hearing this, the cat boy immediately turned over and got out of bed, but unfortunately the hammock was weak, otherwise Lalu's movements would have been smoother. After landing on the ground with his feet covered with meat pads, Lalu stretched: "Let them rest a little longer!" They hadn't slept much last night! I think it will be another two days before the big guys will be able to adapt to this environment. ”

For those of you who have been on a few sea trips, this one was far worse than the previous ones. And for the dwarven anvil, who has never been to the sea, this kind of life is even more unhuman. All this morning. From time to time, the phrase 'dwarves should be on land' would come out of his mouth.

After all, compared to the ships they took on the previous times, players will not be able to get a special cabin this time. Rather, they were in the same type of cabin as the Aboriginal sailors. After all, the identity of the players this time is not a traveler who has taken the money, but a bodyguard hired by the Chamber of Commerce.

One is an uncle who spends money, and the other is a temporary hire. Naturally, there is a huge difference in treatment between the two. Of course, because among the guards hired this time there are spellcasters like the priest, so the 'Yorkshire Mariner' also took care of it when arranging. Players living in a separate cargo compartment don't have to be crammed into the same space as the sailors, at least.

"Hopefully soon! Otherwise, if the other side thinks that we can't use it as a combat force, I'm afraid that the treatment will be further reduced at that time. Speaking of this, Barrett sighed helplessly, "And in case of an attack, the big guy is still in the same state." That's a bad situation. ”

"I said at the beginning that I shouldn't have taken on this task, because you had to make this choice." The whole person was lying on the anvil in the hammock. Even his face was buried in the sackcloth when he spoke. Only the raised arm seems to prove that he is alive.

Looking at the weak companion in front of him, Barrett moved his neck: "After all, there was no better choice at that time. Besides, as an adventurer, especially a player adventurer, do you think you're never going to sea in your generation? So it's better to get used to the environment on the ship as early as possible! This will be very good for your future development. ”

"Let's wait until the next generation! If I can't do it, I'll adopt a human ......," said this, and the anvil's raised arm hung down.

Seeing the dwarf's performance like this, Barrett immediately looked away from himself. But his mouth still cheered up the anvil: "I heard from Noodles that your goal is to return to the surface." If you really want to see the sun one day earlier, you should try hard in this area. ”

Hearing this, the anvil raised his hand again after a moment of silence: "Then I'll try again!" But I advise Barrett not to get your hopes up too much. Even if I can move normally at that time, it's hard to say how much I can get out of a fight. ”

"As long as you can move normally. Your iron-clad standing on the deck is a good incentive for sailors in cloth or even shirtless. Barrett finally had a smile on his face.

After solving the most important problem, Barrett turned his attention to the two ladies again: "Claymatis, Auditore, when will you two recover." ”

"Give me two more days! If I'm right, there shouldn't be any problems then. "Claudia. Auditore gave the answer right away.

And Clematis. Bot hesitated slightly: "If, I mean if I can sleep well tonight." I think I'll be able to join the sequence normally tomorrow. ”

"Klematis is doing really well. Although the effect of high perception is significant, the resilience of your constitution more than offset this part of the trouble. Barrett is very happy with this recovery.

At this time, the cat boy climbed back into the hammock, not to mention, and at the same time curled himself up in a ball. "Since it's okay. Just let me rest a little longer! ”

"Lalu, aren't you buying a problem?" Barrett asked suddenly, with a strange forehead.

The cat boy turned around, "But I still haven't been able to sleep well last night." Now it's lacking! And the food here. It really hurt my stomach so badly. ”

"You're protesting over the food." Looking at the awkward halfling wanderer in front of him, Barrett scratched his hair: "Aren't we eating exactly the same as those sailors in this regard?" When you're away from home, you can overcome it! When you get ashore, I'll treat you to a few good meals. ”

The Yorkshire Mariner was a specialized cargo ship, and in order to be able to carry more cargo, they carried supplements that were only kept at a level that met physiological needs. For example, the passenger and cargo ships that players took before still have to think about the passengers, and the taste of the food is much better than here.

And the Yorkshire Mariner doesn't have a special officer's meal like a warship. From the captain to the rookie sailors underground, they all eat the same food, and players are now unable to improve their diet.

Hearing Barrett's promise, Lalu stretched out again, and he touched his stomach: "If you want to confirm the combat power." I still don't have a problem with that. But for now, let me blow the wind quietly here! ”

"You guys just have a good rest! It's only been a short time since I've left Hong Kong, so I shouldn't be in any danger. With that, Barrett withdrew from the cabin.

Not long after walking along the corridor, Barrett met the oncoming captain. Through yesterday's contact, Barrett confirmed the other party's title: "Mr. Rawlings, why do you have time to come here." ”

"I was going to see how you and your companions are doing? After all, this voyage, maybe when you have to borrow their power. "Captain Rollins has no qualms about his concerns. At the same time, his hearty and straightforward voice is also easy to make people feel good.

Barrett turned his head to look at his companions in the cabin: "The two of them will be able to recover their combat strength tomorrow." The rest will be delayed for a day or two at most. I don't think this gap will be delayed for too long. ”

"Will they be able to recover tomorrow? Can I now determine which two of them are? Captain Rollins asked in a non-hesitating tone.

Barrett replied directly: "It's priests and warrior monks." ”

"Pastor again? It's good to have a pastor. Tomorrow we will sail out of the patrol area of the Boleham fleet. If there is any danger at that time, it would be too helpful to have a pastor. The expression on Captain Rollins' face remained the same, but there was a glint of joy in his eyes.

Although for the uninitiated, it is impossible to confirm the itinerary of a ship above the vast ocean. But this is not the case for those true predators. After all, everything must pay attention to an efficiency-to-cost ratio, and business behavior is especially serious in this aspect.

As a result, most ships tend to travel along the established routes to and from the busy maritime trade routes. Because there's plenty of monsoons here. The right currents, and the waters that aren't too vicious creatures. And every new route is opened. They are far more dangerous than opening up new trade routes on the mainland, and the resources required are much greater. This discouraged the vast majority of ships and chambers of commerce.

So for ships flying the skull flag, sifting through targets across the ocean isn't entirely a matter of luck - as long as their purpose isn't specifically targeting a particular ship, these guys will always be able to find a target for extortion. And like the act of waiting for rabbits near the harbor, these guys don't go back to adventure.

After all, for ports, the ships that come and go are their food and clothing. Although they can't do anything about the open sea, in the waters near the port, the capable port will definitely arrange warship patrols. For example, there are three three-masted galleons cruising around Morbihan in turn, a force that is enough to deter any ordinary pirate.

After all, pirates are also a force of robbers, they plunder goods to survive, so they will never take all of themselves for a little money. These guys don't rob ships in the waters where patrol ships can be seen at any moment. Therefore, the time of just one or two days out of port is a safe period for most merchant ships.

Of course, Captain Rollins called it a fleet, and more or less put gold on the face of Boreham's navy. However, when you consider the sense of security they bring to passing ships, there is nothing wrong with that.

"Mr. Rollins, are you a little worried?" Barrett still understands Captain Rollins' words. This practice of winning before winning is very similar to his battle anyway. However, in front of Captain Rollins, Barrett had to refute the other party's statement slightly. Otherwise, the next topic will become heavy, and if it is heard by nearby sailors, it will still affect morale to some extent.

Seeing that Barrett didn't seem to recognize his concerns, Rollins accentuated his tone: "It doesn't matter if you believe it or not." Anyway, when you encounter danger, you mercenaries will have to help after all. Although there is no clear evidence that we have been targeted. But before I went to sea, my instinct was telling myself that there were more threats outside the port that I didn't have before. Don't doubt a captain's instincts, many times you have to live on it. ”

When Captain Rollins' statement became so serious, Barrett also understood that the other party was not reminding him of the routine now. Barrett immediately asked, "So Mr. Rollins, what is the cargo we are sending to the North this time?" ”

"Salted fish, sea salt, cotton, steel, and things like that. It's not much different from the previous cargo. The look on Captain Rollins' face didn't look like he was hiding anything.

Some people may find it strange that sea salt is transported by boat. Isn't it possible that the cities in the north near the sea can't produce their own salt? In fact, although it is not that the coastal cities in the north are completely unable to produce salt, the salt production of salt ponds is far from meeting their daily needs due to the influence of sunlight. In this way, the cost of boiling salt becomes too high. Therefore, every year, we have to import relatively cheap dried salt from the south. (To be continued.) )

PS: Modify the wording. Thanks to the four great votes of "The Idler in the Book", "Pasta Loves Garfield", "The Undead" and "Dark-13". At the same time, thanks to the "Prophet. Chariot "big tip."