Ward City, the port of the sea.

Although the temperature has begun to warm, the sea breeze on the beach still carries a lot of chill, and you can see snow-white ice floating from a distance on the sea not far away.

There were already a lot of ships in the harbor of Ward City, and in the past two days, two more merchant ships had successfully returned from the Berdych Kingdom, bringing goods that were rarely seen by the Dillon Kingdom, or could only be purchased from the Fez Kingdom at a high price.

Since the opening of the trade route that allowed the safe passage through the Correa Hills, the major powers have used the trade route to transport supplies and supplies from all over the Dillon Kingdom to Ward City, as well as precious goods from the Berdych Kingdom to Icepeak City and other places.

Now, after many days of running-in, the operation of Ward City has gradually entered the right track.

In addition to the former Ward family, more and more noble families in the Kingdom of Dillon have truly seen the huge benefits hidden in this maritime trade route.

Instead of going through the Rocker Mountains and being exploited by the black-hearted merchants of the Fez Kingdom, it would be better to devote more resources to Ward City.

Until the future truly realizes the dangers of swarming pirates, the nobles of the Dillon Kingdom will not hesitate.

The gray-and-white stone brick docks were filled with sailors and merchants, making the docks built by the Ward family seem a little cramped and inadequate.

However, a new terminal under construction not far away is about to add to the booming "business" at the Port of Ward City.

Theodore, the waiter of the mercenary tavern, was walking forward, leading Lees and Helen towards the agreed merchant ship.

After a few days of rest and nutrition, little Helen's complexion has improved a lot, and her face has become a little bloody.

Although her body is still so thin, it is no longer like when Li Si first met and couldn't even stand on her feet.

Dressed in an off-white thick cotton coat and a cute rabbit hat on her head, Helen's delicate white little face looks particularly cute.

Helen timidly followed behind Lees, looking at the sturdy sailors passing around and the merchant ships that were pulling up their sails in the distance, there was a little fear hidden in the depths of her eyes, but she still followed Lees every step of the way.

"This is it, Lord Lees."

Theodore said respectfully saluting Lees.

"Mr. Loren Diere, the captain of the merchant ship [Mermaid], has already made arrangements, you can just board the ship."

"Okay."

Li Si nodded and looked at the merchant ship [Mermaid] parked at the dock in front of him.

This is a pointed-nosed brig, the hull made of dark brown teak is about 40 meters, and the bow is equipped with a silver mermaid statue, which looks a bit mysterious.

The brig Liss was familiar with it, and it was one of the more common types of merchant ships in the Berdych Kingdom.

Because of its fast speed and strong maneuverability, it is widely used in offshore merchant ships, but it cannot withstand the huge wind and waves and instability of ocean voyages.

Not to mention anything else, the Kingdom of Berdych still has a lot of technology trees in terms of maritime trade, and even giant merchant ships that can cross endless oceans to reach other continents can be built.

But that kind of merchant ship construction method and technology can't be sold to the Kingdom of Dillon.

However, for the Kingdom of Dillon, which chose to sail offshore, the brig in front of him was enough.

Stepping on the plank from the boat, Li Si carried Helen and walked steadily onto the [Mermaid].

Seeing a stranger walking onto the merchant ship, the sailor who was arranging the sails on the side immediately came over, looked at Li Si and the two with some vigilance, and asked:

"Who are you?"

"I'm a mercenary, I'm going to take a boat, and I've already confirmed it with Captain Loren."

Lees put Helen on the bed board and nodded.

"Well, wait a minute, and I'll ask the captain."

The stout sailor, seeing that Lees had said the captain's name, was not so vigilant, and walked towards the cabin with a command.

Li Si didn't care, and looked at the [Mermaid] merchant ship.

Looking at the many sailors busy on the merchant ship, and many people dressed as mercenaries on the side, the atmosphere was quite good.

It seemed that the merchant ship was preparing for the voyage, and boxes of heavy cargo were being carried into the bottom of the hold by the sailors, along with plenty of food, water, and wine that were easy to store.

Liquor made from grain and fruit was also an indispensable material for the long-distance fleet.

Alcohol can effectively relieve the dull and tense spirit of the crew, and at the same time, the various nutrients in the wine can effectively supplement the nutritional deficiencies that may be caused by a single diet of merchant ships.

This is the basic knowledge of those ocean voyages, but Ward City has put a lot of thought into this aspect, and sent people to the Berdych Kingdom to study and master it in depth, and then brought the Kingdom of Dillon to the Kingdom.

This is the main reason for the rapid improvement of the technology and capabilities of the Kingdom of Dillon in maritime transportation.

"Hello, Mr. Lees."

The sailor who had just gone to inquire about the captain of the ship turned back, no longer hostile to the captain just now, but said with a smile:

"Mr. Lees, I've confirmed with Captain Loren, and the captain asked me to take you to where you live."

"I'm the Mermaid's third mate, you can find me if you have any questions."

"I heard that your strength is very powerful, you can communicate with it if you have a chance, haha."

Mance said with some arrogance, and after showing goodwill, he led Lees towards the cabin.

The Mermaid looks huge, but in order to make the most of the space inside, the aisles in the cabin are a little narrow and dark.

"Don't look like this, in fact, the rest place is quite spacious."

"As long as the senior crew can have a separate cabin, I have seen other merchant ships, and the living environment is really amazing!"

Mance shook his head and sighed a little, but then looked proud of the Mermaid.

Lees nodded, following behind Mance.

"The captain said, you have a child, and the last cabin will be arranged for you."

Walking to the end of the aisle, Mance pushed open the wooden door on one side, pointed to the inside, and said with a smile:

"But with Ling's strength, there is no problem."

It seems that in order to help him contact merchant ships, Rude has also publicized his strength to the outside world!

No wonder I didn't mention paying the boat fare in the end.

"Li Si, you pack up first, and if you have anything, go to the deck to find me, now is the busiest time on the ship, and it will be much easier after sailing."

Mance said hello and turned away, leaving the two of them here.

Walking into the cabin, Li Si looked around, not so much a cabin, but a small compartment that was divided.

There was no furniture other than a bed, a table, and a stool.

Of course, there is not much room left, and the remaining space can only be barely turned.

The only good thing is that this cabin is located above the Mermaid, and there is a round window that can be opened, and the cool sea breeze is poured in, but it is a little more refreshing thanks to the ventilation.

Li Si didn't care about the crampness of this cabin, as a merchant ship that transports goods and pursues profits, this condition is already very good.

Li Si really didn't want to squeeze the Chase Shop under the merchant ship with those people, the smell of sweat, musty, and the sour smell of unknown origin mixed together, it was simply torture.

The bed and table in the room were fixed to the cabin, and Lees put away some damp bedding on the bed and put it back on a new white quilt.

"You'll rest in bed from now on."

Li Si said to Helen, who was following behind, that for Li Si now, sitting and meditating was enough to restore his energy.

"Hmm."

Helen nodded obediently and climbed into bed and sat there.

He took Helen's things out and put them beside her, and Lees walked out.

It is estimated that it will take more than a month to stay on this merchant ship, although it is much easier than crossing the Luoxue Mountains, but it is not a very safe journey.

After meeting Helen, Li Si also had a premonition that he was going to be unstable along the way.

Helen should have some secrets, but she shouldn't tell herself about her current appearance.

But Li Si is not in a hurry, take your time.

Li Si has quite a knack for dealing with these important NPC characters.

Through the dark passageway, the doors on both sides were mostly closed, and most of the mercenaries and crew were busy on deck.

Walking to the deck, Lees had no intention of helping.

That's what low-level crew members do, and most of them are just ordinary people, who specialize in doing these hard jobs.

The third mate Mance was directing the sailors on the ship just now, and he was busy.

Although the work was hard, everyone on board was very enthusiastic.

Since successfully returning to Ward City from Berdych Kingdom, he has brought back a shipload of precious goods and made a huge profit.

The directors of the Milne Chamber of Commerce were not stingy either, they knew that Ward City was different from the Berdych Kingdom, and skilled sailors were the most valuable.

So the rewards for everyone are quite generous.

Naturally, all are highly motivated and looking forward to earning more profits from the Berdych Kingdom.

At this time, Li Si saw a person swaggering over from the dock, skillfully boarded the [Mermaid], and greeted the sailors on the ship quite familiarly.

It was Charles, who was surrounded by mercenaries at the mercenary tavern before.

Looking at this appearance, it could be that the merchant ship he was on was the [Mermaid].

Charles was in high spirits, and seemed to have had a great time in Ward City in the past two days, with a proud look on his face.

Seeing that the sailors and mercenaries on the ship also have more respect for Charles, it seems that his strength is also good.

Charles was of course very proud, it was a wise choice to come to Ward City in the first place, although the last sea trip had some twists and turns on the way, but did not encounter too much danger.

Charles grew up living in the snow and ice and was fascinated by the warm sunshine and stunning beaches, especially the bewitching waist of the beauties of the Berdych Kingdom.

Originally, Charles planned to disembark at Tanna Harbor, but after some private questioning, he found that it was the Mermaid who paid the most, even more than twice as much as other tasks of the same level.

For the cute little gold coins!

Thinking so, Charles finally boarded the Mermaid to return to Ward City.

After a few more trips, you will be able to save up gold coins to buy a property in Tanna Harbour.

Charles thought to himself.

However, I heard that the Berdych Kingdom is at war with the Fez Kingdom, and the situation on the battlefield is not very good

Do you want to go further south to the kingdom of Aika?

As Charles was about to walk towards his cabin, he looked up and saw a stranger standing on the high deck.

Stunned for a moment, Charles squinted his eyes and looked.

This. Wasn't that the ruthless man who was in the mercenary tavern that day?

Since leaving Ice Peak City, Li Si has not disguised his face anymore, and his handsome face and special temperament do not look like an ordinary mercenary at all.

But Li Si did leave a deep impression on Charles that day, especially now that Li Si was standing on a high place with his back to the light, his eyes were staring at him calmly.

Charles shuddered for no reason, feeling as if he was being targeted by the ruthless man in front of him, and hurriedly got into the cabin after a stiff hello.

Lees also noticed Charles's appearance, and this Charles was somewhat interesting.

Although Li Si does not have this mercenary named Charles in his memory, and he is not mentioned in the game plot, he is not a simple person.

Li Si could feel a special transcendent aura from his body, and he carefully sensed that he should be a transcendent who had been transferred to a hunter, but looking at Charles's physical state, the main attribute was the appearance of the strength attribute.

Something interesting.

It's exciting!

"Are you Lees?"

A deep voice came from behind Lees.

Li Si turned around and saw that a strong man with bare arms was standing behind, and said with a smile.

"Yes, you're Captain Loren, aren't you?"

"Haha, you guessed it!"

Loren smiled and continued:

"After I came back from Berdych Kingdom, before I was ready to set off again, I found a few more capable helpers, and finally waited for you Li Si."

At the first glance of Lis, Loren knew that Ruud was right.

This mercenary named Li Si is either a top silver master or a gold-level existence.

As a silver mid-rank, he didn't feel a trace of extraordinary power fluctuations from Li Si's body.

Being able to cover up one's own aura to such an extent is not something that a simple silver high-level powerhouse can do.

"Since you're going to go to Berdych Kingdom with the Mermaid, I'll be honest."

"We have received from Tanna Port that the number of pirates at sea has increased a lot recently, and quite a few merchant ships have been attacked."

"The Berdych kingdom's navy is not ready to go out, and some people in Tanna Harbor are panicking."

"Even though we didn't encounter pirates when we came back, we naturally had to make a little more preparation."

"So."

Looking at the captain's clear appearance, Li Si naturally nodded and said:

"Don't worry, captain, I won't leave my hand behind when the time comes."

"Okay, haha, of course, I still hope that this journey will go smoothly and arrive at Tanna Port safely!"

Captain Luo Lun said with a smile, naturally satisfied with Li Si's attitude.

This is also the reason why, after getting the news from Rudd, he would rather not have any boat fare, and have to fight for Li Si to accompany him.

The next morning, the blue waves were rippling and the sky was cloudless.

It was indeed a good weather for sailing.

The Mermaid is also ready to sail, retracting the anchor and hoisting the sails.

After bidding farewell to the people who saw them off on the shore, Lees and Helen followed the Mermaid and headed south.

(End of chapter)