The Vikings, also known as Vikings, were a maritime power that wreaked havoc on the coast of Europe and the British islands from the 8th to the 11th centuries AD. Not only did they raid ships at sea, but they also frequently raided coastal ports and villages and towns on the islands, and even occasionally intruded inland along rivers upstream. They not only controlled the Baltic coast, but also sailed as far as the Mediterranean. They are said to have had a very strong military, especially the Norwegians, who controlled most of Europe's maritime trade before the rise of their naval powers. Almost all passing ships have to pay a so-called "ransom" to them.

Later, I don't know whether it was the development of the naval power of various countries or the decline of maritime trade, they gradually disappeared. Some say they were wiped out by England and several coastal powers, others say they settled inland because they had no ships to rob, and others say they merged with other coastal peoples...... In short, before the advent of the Age of Discovery, they were already gone. Truth is indiscernible and there are a number of legends that have survived, including the so-called treasure map.

As for whether the treasure mentioned by Margaret's grandfather actually exists, it is still unknown.

"May I ask what kind of person was Margaret's grandfather, Mr. Price?" Bella asked.

"He's a funny old man with an adventurous spirit." "When he was younger, he loved to go out to sea and have adventures. When he got older, he no longer sailed, but he still liked to explore everywhere. Especially like puzzle-solving. When I was a child, he used to hide my favorite toys and draw a treasure map or leave some hints for me to find. He also likes to ask me to hide things for him to find, and he finds them almost every time."

"It seems that old Mr. Price must be a very hot-blooded man." Elena said.

"In his own words, life is only interesting if you keep exploring the unknown." Margaret said.

This is somewhat similar to Elena's preferences.

While chatting, the carriage had already arrived at its destination.

Tucked away deep in the jungle, this villa has a towering lighthouse-like building in addition to the attached manor facilities.

The overall design of the house is Baroque, with some mast decoration on the walls, doors and windows, like a huge luxury cruise ship.

The tower next to it is estimated that it was also designed to match the design of this bell and was made in the style of a lighthouse.

Because during the voyage, the lighthouse can always guide the ship, which is a symbol of security.

As long as the lighthouse is lit, you won't get lost.

Walking into the main entrance of the villa, the view from the hall is eye-catching.

The décor is not luxurious, but it is definitely very sophisticated, and you can see the intention of the designer.

Rococo-style wall patterns and Persian carpets, complemented by golden ceiling lighting, give the impression that the world is changing. The interior staircase is designed with a slightly gothic feel.

There is a globe in the center of the hall, and next to it is a magnifying glass that can be accessed at any time.

While Bella was still looking at the decorations around her, Elena was already curious to pick up the magnifying glass and start playing with the globe.

"Although my grandfather no longer goes to sea, he still retains some of the habits of the past." Margaret explained, "He designed this hall himself."

Bella saw a map of the world hanging on the wall, marked with many dots.

Elena got tired of playing with the globe and put down her magnifying glass and walked over.

"Could it be that these are all places that Mr. Price went to back in the day?" Bella asked.

"That's right." Margaret replied, "He also often told me about what he had seen and heard in the past, and all kinds of interesting experiences during his travels."

"It's amazing." Elena sighed, "He's been to the Far East."

I remember that Elena's grandfather had also been to the Far East, but by land.

"Let's go to the study."

Margaret said as she led the two up the stairs to the second floor.

The study is located in a room on the east side of the second floor.

As soon as she entered, Bella felt as if she was in a captain's quarters.

There is also a huge rudder in front of the desk, inlaid with some sparkling crystals, and next to it are binoculars and a compass. On the other side of the wall is a model of a sailboat.

Not only that, but through the huge floor-to-ceiling windows, you can also see the scenery outside, and the surrounding lush forest is like an emerald green ocean. Against this backdrop, the tower is particularly evident, really like a lighthouse in the "sea".

"It seems that Mr. Price has taken great pains." Bella couldn't help but sigh.

"But where is the treasure hidden?" Elena couldn't help but ask.

She was still more concerned about the treasure.

"Well, we have to see what hidden mysteries are here." Bella said, "Does Margaret have any clue?"

"I've been here a few times, but I haven't found anything special." Margaret said.

"Hmm......" Bella thought as she touched her chin.

Judging by the style of this building, Mr. Price's lifestyle was influenced to some extent by navigation. Therefore, the puzzle left behind is also very likely to be related to navigation. If this villa is compared to a ship, this is the captain's quarters, then the forest outside is the sea, is it possible that the treasure is hidden in the forest?

However, in that case, the forest would be too large.

"That lighthouse, can it be lit?" Bella asked, pointing to the tower outside, "It looks like there's space up there."

"Well, it should work." Margaret replied, "But I don't know how to get up."

"Huh? What do you mean?"

"Come with me."

Margaret said as she walked out of the villa with Bella and Elena to the tower outside.

The tower, which was about forty feet tall, had six windows on the south side, none of which were opened.

The entrance to the tower is to the west, with a locked iron door.

Margaret took the key out of her bag and unlocked the door.

When you enter the door, you will see a spiral staircase extending from the left hand side to the upper right side.

As it was dim inside, Margaret picked up a lamp and led Bella and Elena up the spiral staircase.

As they kept turning right, they passed one closed window after another on their left.

It is more appropriate to be sealed than closed, because each window is nailed with several planks from the inside, and it is impossible to open it.

After walking through six windows, they came to the end of the spiral staircase, a platform.

However, this is not a terrace as seen from the outside, but an enclosed space.

"There's no way to go up." Margaret said.