LIGHTNOVELONLINE Chapter 576 - 576: 576
Chapter 576: 576
Can This Be Called a Surprise?
Yuangang City, Golden Bay.
Three armed merchant ships with twelve rings of star-shaped flowers were currently being inspected.
The rebels formed by the navies of the three countries used search spells and mutated hounds to carefully search the cargo and all the members of the merchant ship. Forbidden items, dangerous items, and hidden personnel were all included in the inspection.
The sailors from the Broken Islands cooperated throughout the entire process. They had disarmed themselves before entering Goethe’s territorial waters. After all, the purpose of this time was not war. They were a diplomatic mission, carrying gifts and friendship to congratulate the new ruler of the distant port.
A young man in a purple tuxedo stood at the bow of the ship. His hair was combed into a flowing light, and he wore a tall black hat. The cane in his left hand gently tapped the deck, and his right hand held the slightly undulating edge of the ship as he looked at the distant Knight Astolford.
It was already the most eye-catching landmark in Far Harbor City.
A dragon-slaying warship made of steel.
Since the end of the Battle of Distant Harbor, people from all over the world had poured in every day. They followed the locals and looked at the sacred and noble warship at the Golden Bay dock area.
The silver hull of the ship shone brilliantly under the sunlight. The entire body of the ship displayed a sharp and simple sharpness, like a blade cutting through the blue waves, giving people a solemn feeling of iron and blood.
It was like a hermaphrodite god.
The slender and simple body and the silver body made her look like a noble valkyrie. The countless huge cannons on the ship made people smell the scent of iron and death, making it full of the masculine beauty of a warrior. These two completely different impressions mixed together, making this warship have a mysterious and infinite temperament, which made people feel even more awe.
It made everyone who saw it fascinated and amazed.
It was not that no one had tried to get close to this androgynous warship. Everyone wanted to see it up close or understand the secrets under the silver battle dress, but whether it was a simple admirer or a spy with ulterior motives, they would be strictly warned to stay outside. The steel warrior defended the dress with weapons and warnings.
Reckless people who ignored warnings or were confident in their skills had already become the fish’s bait.
The envoys from the Broken Islands stared at the battleship in shock.
Only those who truly understood the ship and its manufacturing process would understand how terrifying this ship was.
“It’s really an amazing miracle, isn’t it?”
” Ruhr,” the purple-robed man chuckled.” Do you think this warship can fight against all the navies in the world?” Can you defeat the elves ‘invincible fleet alone?”
The man named Ruhr was a two-meter-tall brawny man. His short hair stood up like needles, and his ugly facial features were filled with a bloodthirsty ferocity. He was wearing a short shirt that sailors often wore. His muscles, which were tanned by the strong light on the sea, bulged inch by inch. He thought for a moment and grinned.” No, I don’t think so.”
” Yes, that’s obvious. If this ship can defeat all the navies in the world, then Kant is no longer the Dragon of Skyquaking, but the God of Magic, Craftsmen, and War.”
” So,” the purple-robed man asked,” do you think Kant can provide food for Distant Harbor, Blue Wave Province, and even Goethe forever?”
This question was related to most people’s professions. The messengers behind him laughed and shook their heads. Of course not.
The man standing at the bow of the ship revealed a charming smile. He turned around and looked at everyone with a calm and intelligent gaze like the sea. His figure was as trustworthy as ever.
“So, why are you afraid?” He pretended to exaggerate and spread his hands.” Are we here to make peace?”
Everyone’s laughter grew louder.
“So why is he showing such fear and seriousness? Although Kant’s Forbidden Spell is powerful, would he risk the entire continent’s enmity and fear to use it to destroy the Broken Islands?”
” The Kant Battleship is powerful, but there’s only one of them. Can it break through the Thousand Sails Squadron of the Broken Islands and the island’s defensive fortresses and mage tower formations that have been operating for hundreds of years?”
” Kant can use spatial spells to transport food. Can he compare to the Broken Islands, which are the trade hub and the pearl of the West Ocean? Can they handle millions of goods every day?”
” You can’t!” The members of the diplomatic mission clenched their fists and shouted in unison. Their eyes were filled with pride.” You can’t!” No! No!”
“.. Be quiet, be quiet.”
The purple-robed man raised his hand and pressed down on the air. He stuck out his tongue in the direction of the gazes of the few defectors in the distance. Then, he winked at his team members.” Don’t be too arrogant in other people’s territory, guys from the Broken Islands.”
Everyone was stunned for a moment before they burst into laughter again.
” Alright, ladies and gentlemen, remember our mission. We are not here for war, nor are we here for peace. We are here to save our comrades who are in prison. As for the war on grain prices, we lost. Business is business. We are willing to lose, but we will win it back sooner or later!”
He waved his fists and spoke in a low voice.
In exchange, his companions looked at him with fervent attention and respect.
At this moment, the conversation of the defectors came from the dock next to them.
“What’s wrong with them?”
” My lord, these mortal creatures wish to meet His Highness Kant.”
The purple-robed man was stunned for a moment. Then, he stuck his head out and smiled.” Dear elven lords, we are the emissaries of the Broken Islands. My name is Job…”
The deacon on the dock only glanced at him and ignored him. The deacon who had reported to his superior earlier corrected him.” Oh, my lord. These short-lived creatures from the Broken Islands wish to meet His Highness Kant.”
“..”
“..”
The short-lived species looked at each other and were a little angry.
” The goods and personnel have been checked?”
“Yes, the preliminary examination is correct.”
“Alright then…”
A moment later, the elf’s voice rang out again.” The short-lived creature called Job, His Highness Kant has agreed to your request for an audience. We will prepare a carriage for you. You will arrive at Tidal Manor in ten minutes. Pay attention to your etiquette, words, and actions. Remember, you only have one life, but death can be very long.”
The purple-robed man, Job, politely took off his hat and asked,”May I bring my attendants?” They each have their own specialties. They can provide me with an audience and the following negotiations…”
“Negotiate?”
Hearing this, the defectors on the dock all laughed.
Whether it was humans, elves, or the navy of the Arcane Magic Council, everyone’s laughter was filled with disdain and contempt, as if this was a very, very funny joke.
The man in purple’s face turned pale when he saw the contempt. He gripped the edge of the boat tightly, and his knuckles turned pale. Ruhr stepped forward and shouted,” You guys laugh…”
As soon as he finished speaking, the dozens of black-robed rebels gathered at the dock looked over at the same time.
The Empire’s military ruffians jumped up from the boxes on the dock, lifted their hoods, and stretched their necks.
The magicians of the Arcane Magic Council spun their staffs in a circle, and the sound of wind and thunder could be heard.
Ruhr swallowed the rest of his words, but he couldn’t take back what he had said.
The cold wind blew. In the next moment, a black-robed man with a hammer came to him. The handsome face that was revealed from the lower part of the cloak and the strange bumps on the two sides of the hood were enough to prove his identity as an elf. The man looked down at the two-meter-tall burly man and said coldly,” What did you say, mortal?”
In today’s era, whether it was the sacred Empire, the advanced Arcane Magic Council, or the invincible Twilight Moon Dynasty, the navy was the most lawless and troublemaker of all military systems.
The purple-robed man, Job, immediately pulled Ruhr back and smiled like a peacemaker.
“Misunderstanding, misunderstanding.” He smiled and said,” Please don’t mind him. People from small places can be a little ignorant and arrogant. Please don’t mind him, noble elven lord. How about this? I’ll set off immediately. I’ll set off immediately. Don’t delay His Highness Kant’s matters…”
He was worried that Ruhr would take advantage of the situation if he stayed here. So he smiled apologetically.” Can I bring my attendant?” He…”
Before he could come up with a more reasonable excuse, Job heard the elf opposite him let out an extremely soft and strange sneer.” Okay, sure. You can bring it.”
For some reason, Job felt a little uneasy.
They boarded the carriage that they had prepared. As the wheels turned, they set off for Tidal Manor to meet the legendary figure who had recently become famous and shocked the world.
The atmosphere in the car was a little heavy.
Job winked at Ruhr, who understood. He touched his nose with his finger and immediately sneezed like thunder. Taking advantage of this movement, Job touched the ring on his finger.
An invisible barrier that isolated sound spread out.
” In the words of the Easterners, this is called ‘the first demonstration after dismounted.’” Qiao Bu comforted his companion and then said calmly,” What a joke. Without countless elite soldiers, boundless territory, and endless citizens, this Easterner thinks that he’s someone like the Emperor of the Empire and the Sunset Moon Phoenix King just by relying on a questionable number of Forbidden Spells…It’s a hard-to-judge farce.”
“I don’t like it here,” Ruhr said in a low voice.
“I don’t like it either.” Job said,” Kant is building a dangerous order. He seems to think that Forbidden Spells can do whatever he wants and that power can obtain everything. He thinks that he can blackmail and plunder anything he wants by waving a sword called Forbidden Spells. He tramples on the dignity of the nobles and despises the glory of the Broken Islands. He doesn’t even care about the Empire or Mu Yue…”
“If this goes on, he will eventually make the other countries unable to tolerate him.”
” I’m willing to bet that a large number of mysterious research institutes in the elves, the Empire, and the Arcane Magic Council will start to develop alarm, destruction, and defense systems against high-speed impact spells, as well as confinement traps against large-scale spatial teleportation. When the three most powerful countries in the world begin to study similar spells and magic devices, similar results will appear in one to two years.”
” At that time, Kant’s deterrence will be completely useless.”
“Tell me, what will be waiting for him then?” Job sneered. What was waiting for Goethe? Whatever he did today, he will definitely pay back in the future.”
Ruhr’s eyes lit up. He showed an ugly and cruel smile.” So, will we have a chance to wash away the shame he brought us?” Whether it was that forbidden spell or the public detainment of our assets and members…Can we take revenge on Kant?”
“Of course, you can. In fact…”
A lustful light appeared in Job’s eyes as he chuckled,”We can still…”
He shut his mouth and looked around subconsciously. After all, this was Kant’s territory, so he didn’t dare to say those words out loud. However, all men understood men. Ruhr also revealed an understanding smile.
Then, the tall and muscular man turned his gaze to the present.
No matter how wonderful the future was, the current situation was terrible.
Kant was still the Dragon of Skyquaking, who had been in the limelight for a while and had intimidated the world with his Forbidden Spells.
“Will Kant agree to our proposal?”he asked in a low voice.
“Yes, but it’s just a matter of how much you pay,” replied Job.
“What if he wants to use force?”
“Use force?”
The man in purple sneered. I’ve already said that he wouldn’t dare to use a forbidden spell to level the Broken Islands, because that would cause the entire world to be filled with anger and fear. People might respect a person with a sharp sword, but they would never tolerate a lunatic who could swing his sword at any time.”
” He can use his steel warships to seal off the Broken Islands and cut off trade. Don’t forget that we are doing business with the entire world. If he does this, not only will we not be able to earn money, but our customers will also not be able to earn money. Our customers are all over the world, elves, empires, the council, the southern countries, the eastern mountain range…There are countless nobles, forces, and organizations. Does he want to make an enemy of the entire world?”
“And the battle to seize the island after the blockade…”
“Did you see that?”Job laughed. Those so-called rebels are just the surrendered soldiers of the three navies. He doesn’t even have his own army.”
” Managing the distant port and controlling the situation is just using someone else’s name. Kant is only good at intimidation and deterrence, but his actual strength is insufficient. He’s severely biased. He might be able to win a war with only Forbidden Spells, but wars have always been a decisive battle and countless small and complicated occupations, security, suppression, and clean-up…Don’t you think that his alchemy weapons have always been extremely rare and high-precision weapons? Be it that chariot, aircraft, or warship…”
Ruhr seemed to be deep in thought.” I think I understand now. You’re the best, Mr. Job. After your analysis, it seems that Kant has nothing to be afraid of.”
” Of course not, my friend. I still say the same thing. A simple military deterrence will not work in this world. Otherwise, the emperor should be the biggest bandit. Ruhr, please remember, the one who can control the order of this world and the happiness and sorrow of countless people…”
Job opened his hands and put them together.
“It’s money, it’s wealth, it’s always them…”
“This is the creed of the Broken Islands.”
The wheels rolled, slowed down, and then stopped.
Tidal Manor was right in front of them.
“Alright, Ruhr.”
Job put away the soundproof ring and laughed.” Let’s go and get that idiot, Lockseed, back. That guy has high expectations but low capabilities. He’s no longer a threat to me.”
On the third floor of the manor.
“We’re here.”
Hong San looked out from the balcony.
“Shall we leave him alone for a while, Your Highness?” he asked, turning his head. Let me send him away. After all, with his status, he is not qualified to meet you. The list of gifts is quite long.”
“There’s no need to be so particular about this this time.” Kant waved his hand.” Let him come here.”
Some were particular, and they would only be particular when it was necessary.
Hong San glanced at Kant and nodded.
“Also, prepare another car.”
“Yes.”
Five minutes later, Kant met the messenger from the Broken Islands.
“Greetings, great Skyquaking Dragon, Great Forbidden Spellcaster…”
” That’s enough!” Kant interrupted the lengthy congratulatory speech.
The purple-robed man, Job, immediately shut his mouth and maintained his bowing posture.
“In that case…” Kant sized up the man before him.” You’re from the Broken Islands?”
“The Fire Crystal Flower Trading Company under the fifth Golden Ring Island’s Anjis Island Master…”
“Alright, stop talking.” Kant said,” I can’t remember such a long name.”
“..”
Job still maintained his elegant smile.
Calm down.
The arrogant Kant would naturally put on such a face. He had expected some difficulties and contempt. This was something he had foreseen before he set off. This was not the most important thing.
“The twelve island masters of the Broken Islands have prepared a generous gift for you, Your Highness Kant. I hope this gift can resolve the misunderstanding between you and the Broken Islands…”he said respectfully.
“Misunderstanding?” The Skyquaking Dragon sounded confused.” What misunderstanding?”
Job smiled.” It’s like this. A few good-for-nothings from the Broken Islands took their father’s money and invested recklessly in the Green Wave Province. They offended Your Highness…”
“Is that true?” Kant asked blankly. How did they offend me?”
“..”The purple-robed man had a good self-control. After all, he came from the Broken Islands, a place with a rich business atmosphere. He had long cultivated to the point of perfection.” It’s like this. At that time, some Goethe nobles were trying to raise the price of grain and make the people suffer. These arrogant bastards actually dared to interfere…”
“There’s actually such a thing!” Kant slammed the table, giving him a fright.” Hand them over quickly! Hand them over to the people of Faraway Harbor for a fair trial!”
“They were arrested by you a week ago…” Job gritted his teeth and forced a smile.
“What? Are you talking about that Luther or Ona?”
Kant finally understood.
“Yes, yes, yes…”
“-Fuck!”
Job’s words were interrupted once again. Kant slammed the table hard.” Why did these people say that they were instructed by the Broken Islands ‘officials to cooperate with the nobles of Distant Harbor to raise the price of grain so that some of the commoners would starve to death? This would damage my reputation and let the world see the power of the Broken Islands?”
“Why would they say that?” Kant asked before Job could explain himself. Why is their story so different from yours?”
The purple-robed man whispered,”They might have made their own decisions. They’re young and impetuous…”
“No!”
” How can a bunch of arrogant rich kids have such meticulous logic?” Kant said decisively.” How can they have such vicious thoughts?” Why would he confess like this? If they were just young and hot-headed, why would they say that the Broken Islands were behind this?”
“Ah, this…”
Job’s expression was complicated. The Earthling, on the other hand, had a look of realization. He suddenly slammed the table.” I understand!”
What do you know now?
“Think about it! Friends! If you didn’t come to explain, if I believed their confession and felt that the Broken Islands wanted to mess with me and embarrass me, what would I do? Of course, I will treat you as enemies! I’ll definitely throw a Forbidden Spell over there!
What a terrifying thing. My lovely friend, do you understand? Have the question marks in your heart disappeared?”
“..”
Huh?
Kant slammed the table and shouted,”It’s a conspiracy!” What a great conspiracy! These spoiled kids of the Broken Islands were trying to sow discord! They were framing him! You’re trying to provoke a war between me and you!
You want me to kill you with a forbidden spell! What a tragedy! Why would the second generation of the Broken Islands want to destroy their homeland? Is this kind of snitching behavior a distortion of human nature or a fall of morality?”
“No, I can’t tolerate it!”
” I almost killed a good man by mistake with a Forbidden Spell and almost bore such a heavy blood debt. And you, my friend, your whole family almost died!”
” Your dad might be hit by the violent tsunami caused by the Forbidden Spell into your mother’s body. Your mother might have her internal organs minced and exploded due to the violent shock wave, killing your dad inside. Your brother might watch your dad fight for a parking space while flying into the sky due to the turbulent airflow…In short, your whole family almost died miserably. The reason why they are not dead is that I am still cautious in using my powerful power like Arthas. You should thank my kindness, hesitation, and humanity, right?”
Mr. Job from the Broken Islands had encountered a mental and logical assault in Tidal Manor.
There was only one thought left in his mind.
I’m f * cking… I’m f * cking…
“But the tragedy did not happen. The culprit must be investigated! It seems like we haven’t beaten him enough.”
“Investigate!” Kant said with murderous intent. He had to investigate! Investigate thoroughly! Find out why these spoiled brats of the Broken Islands would do such a vicious thing. Why did they pour dirty water on the innocent Broken Islands in their confessions? Did they want to see everyone’s parents dancing in the Forbidden Spell? I guess there must be a huge conspiracy behind this. Someone must be instigating them!”
“Men!” the Earthling shouted.
“Yes!”A resounding response came from outside.
“Go and tell Arsett! The interrogation had to be extremely intense! Pass on my orders! The treatment team and the pharmacist team are in position. Lock all the prisoners on the stone platform with their backs facing up. Then, lead 50 big wolfdogs and feed them the liveliness medicine…”
“Your Highness! Your Highness!”
Job quivered.
Lockseed was the old man’s only son. If he was sent back like that, it would be no different from not being able to save him. For his promise and support, he had to put in more effort.
He quickly smiled apologetically,” There is no conspiracy, there is really no conspiracy. I think there is no need to trouble the judges. This is just a misunderstanding. The Broken Islands are willing to use their utmost sincerity to clear this misunderstanding…Your Highness, it must be a pleasant surprise for you…”
” I’m satisfied?” Kant sat back down in his chair and looked pleasantly surprised.” You’ll definitely satisfy me?”
“Yes, yes, yes.”Job nodded repeatedly.
The Earthling leaned over, like a child who was daydreaming about his birthday present.
“Could it be that the kind-hearted island masters of the Broken Islands will help me kill the entire family of the person involved and the instigator?”he asked crisply.
Job’s smile froze.
“Would the island masters give me all the property and family business left behind by the idiots who killed their entire families?”
Kant’s smile became even more joyous.
“Ah!”
” Huh?” He smiled in infinite surprise and pointed at the door outside.” After I open the door, will I be able to see the twelve island masters kneeling outside and smiling at me with a smile that is as big as the ocean? They will shout ‘surprise’ and offer me all their shares, assets, and loyalty?”
“Your…Your Highness, you must be joking.” Qiao Bu forced a smile.
“Are you joking?”
His voice immediately turned cold, and it was as if a cold current had blown through the study, infinitely bone-chilling.
“Who the f * ck are you? Are you worthy of me joking around?”
Kant’s smile had turned cold. He tapped the table lightly.” You said it was a surprise, but you didn’t kill their entire family or kneel to me like a dog. That’s f * cking stupid. What kind of f * cking surprise is that?”
“A generous monetary compensation. From now on, the Faraway Port and even all the materials you need will only be charged at the cost price. The secret route business of the Broken Islands will also be opened to you. Our secret infiltration of the Green Wave Province will assist you in taking over this province and even this country. At the same time, we will open the position of the highest representative of the Broken Islands Joint Conference to you. The position of the island master will be vacant. Other than that…”
Job poured out all the conditions and even the bottom line of the negotiation.
However, all he got was a cold laugh from Kant.
“Isn’t it a little wrong for you to use my things to bribe me?”
Job was stunned for a moment. He could no longer suppress his anger, but he still suppressed it forcefully. He said in a low voice,” Your Highness, why do you have to make things difficult for a small fry like me verbally? Isn’t it better to exchange it for some benefits that money and power can’t obtain?”
” But I want to kill my entire family,” Kant said calmly.” What should I do?”
“Lockseed… You can’t kill him.”
“Why? Could it be that he has a daughter who is as strong as an ox and knows how to play golf?”
“Ah?”
“I mean…”
Kant stood up and grabbed Job by the neck. He dragged him over and said calmly,” You said you would give me a surprise, yet you’re bargaining here. Do you want me to teach the Broken Islands what a surprise is?”
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Ps1: 7,000 words…Let’s stop here and challenge again tomorrow. Good night.