The black dot on the horizon ahead was becoming clearer and clearer, and it was finally confirmed that it was a ship. Bender patted his beloved Dragon Eagle on the neck and turned around and leaned forward.

"This is the battleship Liberty belonging to the Navy of the Kingdom of Sachchenia, and I am the Dragon Eagle Knight Bender. This ship is ordered to patrol this area of pirates and lawbreakers, please tell the ships in front of you to report their identities!" the dragon eagle knight approached the ship, flying side by side of the ship, waving a universal flag below.

To be honest, such a patrol is very dangerous, because a ship or a group of sharp crossbow arrows can fly from the ship at any time. However, the glory of the knight does not allow him to back down in the face of possible unknown dangers, and Bender is still very confident in his skills.

"This is the Blue Trout, a merchant ship of the Kingdom of Punant. We departed from Puerto Domingo and were preparing to return to Pula. The flag-bearer on the ship quickly replied to the message.

"Have you encountered pirates, or have you had any news about them?" Asking ships from various places is the most effective way to get information on the sea.

"We didn't meet pirates. Recently, however, I have heard of an increase in piracy, rumors of attacks in various places, and a lot fewer ships coming and going to Domingo. Is the eastern route safe?"

"Safe. Our ship has just come from the eastern waters and has not found any danger. ”

"Thank you. ”

The inspection did not yield any useful information. Look at the dragon eagle is already a little tired, this flight has reached the edge of the combat radius, it's time to return. When Bender and the other Sky Knights come out of the airship, they will take a twin magic stone from the Grand Magister of Gandra that can resonate with magic, so that they can easily find the location of the other magic stone through this magic stone, so as to return to the airship accurately.

However, on the way back to the flight, another ship appeared below that was heading west. Since it's a stopper, of course, I'll have to ask.

"This is the battleship Liberty belonging to the Navy of the Kingdom of Sachchenia, and I am the Dragon Eagle Knight Bender. This ship has been ordered to patrol this area for pirates and lawbreakers, please report the identity of the ships in front of you!"

The sailors on the ship had never seen such a creature as the dragon eagle, and they looked a little flustered and scared. But soon the panic subsided. The flag of the reply was also quickly typed: "This is the cargo ship Arlando of the Momiji Empire." We are shipping a shipload of ore to the port of Domingo. ”

"Have you encountered pirates, or have you heard anything about them?"

"No ......"

After exchanging things as is customary, the Dragon Eagle Knight finally turned to leave, and the people on the ship breathed a sigh of relief.

When Linya woke up, the first thing she saw was Namia's unusually pale face in her sleep.

Memories of the past came back to my mind. The Swift. Magic. Succeeded in finding the clue!The magic has been devoured!Namia's magic has been channeled...... Ahh

"Namia, Namia, what's wrong with you? Ah......hh It hurts!" Linya, who didn't feel good, wanted to move, but her body quickly protested, and her arms that wanted to move were in excruciating pain.

Susanna, who had been waiting by the bedside, hurriedly pressed the little princess back to the bed, covered the quilt, and said distressedly: "Princess, you are injured now. Get some rest. Don't move. Beware of catching a cold, it's even worse!"

Kelinya was still anxious: "What happened to Sister Namia? Is she injured? Is it serious?"

"Don't worry, Your Highness Princess, Namia's injuries are not very ......serious," Suzanne hurriedly pressed the little princess and comforted her, lest she be anxious to move again.

Namia was also woken up at this moment, and tried to squeeze out a smile and said, "I'm fine." Princess. Don't you think I'm doing well right now?"

"Really? Sister Namia. I'm sorry, it's all my fault, it's me who caused you to get hurt......" Linya said with annoyance.

Namia felt a burst of sweetness in her heart, the pain in her body was nothing, and she hurriedly smiled: "Princess, don't think so. Don't blame yourself, it's my responsibility to protect your safety, and I'm happy to be able to help you!"

"Thank you again. My dear sister Namia!"

Listening to the sweet words of the two, Suzanne couldn't help but smile bitterly and shook her head and said, "Princess, this time is really dangerous." You really don't care about yourself, how can you use this kind of magic that you haven't learned yet? How dangerous it was! Fortunately, it didn't cause much harm. But the way you are now, if the Empress and the Emperor see it, I really don't know what they will be distressed about!"

Linya stuck out her tongue in fear and said, "Sister Susanna, I know it's wrong! But I'm fine now, so don't tell my father and mother about today's incident, okay? Otherwise, they'll be really worried! By the way, is the airship heading west now?"

"Yes, Your Highness Princess, by your orders, we are heading west, and Captain Bender has gone on patrol. Your Highness Princess, have you found anything?"

Linya elaborated on how she had used the elemental spirits to explore what had happened, and Suzanne shook her head and said, "There is really no point in having such a small amount of information. Your Royal Highness Princess, you have taken such a big risk and gained too little, it is really not worth it!"

"No, you're wrong, Sister Suzanne, you're really wrong. The new magic I ventured into this time made sense, and it made sense! Maybe we can't predict the future, but at least, we know how to look into history. In the future, when my magical power grows up, we will be able to learn more about the truth!"

"Yes, history and the future, the tide of time, that is a power that only a god can control! Her Royal Highness the princess is so powerful!" Namia said enviously.

Suzanne could only sigh and say in a slightly reproachful tone, "Okay then." Princess, you may not know that when you are injured, not only do you feel uncomfortable, but everyone is even more worried! Your safety is not only related to yourself, but also to your country, and to the countless people who care about you and love you. Therefore, even if it is for everyone's sake, please take care of your body, Your Royal Highness!"

"Mmmmmmmmmmmm......mm Besides. I don't dare to move if I am injured now, and I have no other choice but to be a good baby.

Linya's ultimate weapon, tears, is completely invincible to those around her, so Susanna, who has long been soft-hearted, has no choice but to say nothing more.

"Sister Susanna, I'm hungry......" Linya suddenly noticed that her stomach was growling, but her arm hurt so much that she didn't dare to move, so she had to continue to sell cute artifacts.

"Okay, I'll go get ready right away. ”

"But...... My arm hurts so much that I don't dare to move......" Linya blushed and made a somewhat embarrassed request.

Suzanne saw her blushing and immediately understood what she meant, and said with a smile: "Little princess." I didn't feed you less when you were young! You used to be spoiled in my arms at that time! Why are you still shy now? Your little face was never so red back then!"

"Of course, it's because our sweet little princess has grown up. So the sisters don't need it now. Namia also quipped.

Linya listened. The cute little face turned even redder, so she had to retract her head into the quilt and protest, "Don't make fun of me!

This breakfast in Susanna's arms was truly beautiful! That's it. If you live like this every day, you'd rather not think about anything at all...... The only pity is that it is in the arms of the beauty, not the beauty!

It's not scientific. No, I want to hug. Alas, it hurts......

The most annoying thing is that before the last piece of cake can be eaten, there is a knock on the door outside. "Captain Susanna, is Her Highness the Princess awake?" it was Captain Bender, the Captain of the Sky Knights.

"Yes. Is it Captain Bender?' replied Susanna.

"I spotted a suspicious vessel. It could be a pirate ship that wanted to ask for orders from Her Royal Highness. ”

Here's the business. Linya reluctantly left Susanna's soft and warm embrace, and stood up for Suzanne to help her get dressed.

Because the space on the airship is so limited, even the princess and the three girls sleep together. But no matter how bad the conditions are, the princess's appearance must be taken into account at all times.

"Captain Bender. Tell me, what's going on. There was only a small living room outside the princess's bedroom, but it was still enough to sit the few people.

"Yes, Your Highness Princess. When I was patrolling the sea just now, I found a very suspicious ship, it was a medium-sized ship, not like a cargo ship, but more like a military ship, and the people on board seemed to be suspicious. They claimed to be a cargo ship carrying ore, but the waterline of the ship was shallow, not like it was loaded with cargo, and there were no containers or other tools on the deck, but some combat equipment. They also claimed to be heading to Domingo, but the actual course was a bit off. So I suspect it's a pirate ship pretending to be a civilian ship. In order not to alarm them, and to have no ability to keep them, I left as if nothing happened. Bender elaborated on his analysis.

"Well, that's good. Captain Bender, you're doing the right thing. Do you remember where they went? ”

"Wait a minute, Your Highness Princess. I still have some ideas. ”

"Say it, please. ”

"That's right. Although there is a high probability that the ship is a pirate ship, even if this ship is fully armed and fully manned, it is only a medium-sized ship after all, and it is unlikely that it will sink a large warship like the Fire Swallow without any damage of its own. I suspect it's not the killer who destroyed the Swift, or maybe they have accomplices, or maybe there's a pirate lair around here. Even if it doesn't make much sense to sink them now, it's better to follow them quietly, maybe find a base or an accomplice or something. What's more, for some reason, I always feel that their behavior is weird, as if there is some conspiracy, maybe we should find a way to figure it out. ”

"Very good idea. Then send someone to watch them out, and be careful not to be detected. ”

"Yes, Your Highness Princess. I have already sent my subordinates to take turns to monitor, and I will report back immediately if there is news, please rest assured, Your Royal Highness Princess, we will be careful. ”

Linya said happily, "That's good." Captain Bender is quite thoughtful, so be it. Captain Bender, you're doing a great job!"

Bende was a little embarrassed when he was praised by Linya like this, and hurriedly said, "Your Royal Highness the Princess, you have won the award." I would like to say something else...... This place is very close to the port of Domingo, so Her Royal Highness and Namia might as well go to the port to rest for a few days to recuperate, and the airship can also take the opportunity to maintain supplies. It's not too late to wait for the pirates to find their lair when they find it. I wonder what Her Royal Highness thinks of the princess?"

Linya thought for a moment and said, "Susanna, what do you think?"

"I think it's a good idea. ”

"Well, Captain Bender, so be it. ”

"Yes, Your Highness Princess. Then I'll go to Domingo and arrange it first. Bender saluted and prepared to leave.

"You're going to go in person, didn't you just come back from your patrol?" Linya said in surprise.

"Yes...... Her Royal Highness the Princess. ”

"Then let someone else go. Captain Bender, you've worked hard, so let's go and rest first. "Everyone likes a subordinate who only works without rest, but if you get tired, it's not fun.

"That's not good, it's about the safety of Her Royal Highness the Princess, and I don't feel at ease when I hand it over to others. ”

“......”

After Bender left, Linya blinked. Very surprised: "I didn't expect it...... Bender is such an assertive and capable man, and I never realized that before!"

Suzanne smiled and said, "Princess." There's so much more you don't know. His Majesty the Hermann Emperor personally hand-picked someone for you. How can it be mediocre!"

Domingo is by no means an unfamiliar name to those who are often on the western shores of the Heart of the Sea. The port city is located on an island of the same name in the central part of the western Mediterranean. Due to its unique geographical advantages, the port of Domingo has become a transit point for ships coming and going from the surrounding seas. Relay port, supply point, and gradually developed into a rich port trading city.

With the advantage of developing maritime trade, Domingo is said to be the richest place on the Violet Continent. Of course, that's a bit of an exaggeration. However, the strength of this small independent city-state, with a large amount of money and mercenaries, to compete with the surrounding coastal kingdoms, and to maintain its independence and autonomy is indeed not to be underestimated.

However, when the heavy battleship Liberty arrived in Domingo City, it still attracted people's attention. After all, such a heavy airship worth tens of thousands of gold coins is not something that everyone can afford.

Bender had already secured one of the best hotels in the city in advance. This hotel is located near the mountain and the sea, with convenient transportation and good environment. There is a small building in the hotel compound, so it will be easier to keep safe. But that's not the point, it's the most noticeable. The winter cherry blossom trees planted in the grounds of this inn are in full bloom, and the cherry blossoms in full bloom are as white as snow, elegant and delicate, and picturesque. From a distance, it's really refreshing and beautiful.

"It's beautiful! I can't imagine that Bender is so discerning and tasteful!" Linya said with satisfaction.

"Hey, the little princess seems to have praised Captain Bender many times these days?" said Susanna, pursed her lips and quipped.

"Uh-huh, so it seems!" Namia followed.

Linya blushed and stamped her feet in protest, "What, what are you talking nonsense! Nasty Susanna, don't bully me while I'm hurt!"

"Hee-hee, the little princess blushing is so cute!"

"That's right, you know, there aren't many opportunities to bully the little princess like this!"

“...... You guys, ahhhh

However, when the Liberty airship landed and docked on the nearest pier, Linya found that there was another airship parked on the opposite side of the pier trestle! And it was also a large heavy military airship of the same size as the Liberty, and the decoration was unbelievable!

What's going on? Interesting. Of course, Suzanne quickly sent someone to inquire.

When Suzanne and Gandra and the others escorted Linya and Namiya to the hotel, they found that something was not quite right. Because a group of soldiers in armor and weapons blocked the gate, confronting Bender, who was alone at the door, and only his dragon eagle was by Bende's side.

"Five gold coins! this should be enough, right?" It seems that he is obviously a middle-aged guy with a knightly aristocratic style, with two funny mustaches hanging on the corners of his mouth, and he is showing off with a handful of gold coins at this time, with a face full of arrogance.

"I said no. Please look for another place. This hotel has already been booked. Bender said with an invulnerable expression, still holding the hilt of his sword tightly in his hand, preoccupied with guard. However, when I saw the reinforcements coming from behind, I finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"Ten gold coins is enough, right? I warn you not to be too greedy! That's enough money to buy this place!"

"It's not about money. There are already people here, and there are other hotels in town, so please check them out somewhere else. Bender clearly had no interest in his money.

Linya probably understood what was going on. I didn't expect that the bloody plot that you would occasionally encounter in martial arts novels would happen here.

Not being able to complete even such a simple task was obviously a shame for the noble knight. The guy in front of him was unmoved by the gold coins!Annoyed, the noble knight almost roared with an unquenchable anger: "Then how much do you want?I don't want to know what kind of terrible person wants to live here, but here are twenty gold coins, which is enough to make him give way, right? I warn you not to try to challenge the limits of my patience, we are already polite enough! You must know that this is the order of Her Majesty Queen Cyryl, the esteemed Queen of the powerful Kingdom of Mirante!"