Chapter 497 - 321: Coming Ashore
Inside the bar on the giant ship.
The cowgirl Millian is talking to a mysterious figure whose form is concealed under a black robe in the corner.
The face of the black-robed figure is shrouded in shadow, revealing only a pair of eyes deep as abysses, emanating an elusive aura—
He is one of the strong warriors who struck against the Giant Squid earlier on the ship!
Millian said:
"Lord Dean, after thorough investigation these days, I have uncovered the details of all the powerful figures on the ship..."
She paused for a moment, picked up her glass for a sip, moistening her throat, then continued:
"Tono Taro, he comes from the Neon Country and is a swordsman with extraordinary swordsmanship. His swordsmanship proficiency has reached the pinnacle, and his combat power is at SSS-Class!"
"However... this person is extremely cold and reclusive, showing disdain for others."
"I tried to approach him and extend an invitation for collaboration, but he was completely unmoved."
Dean nodded slightly, his gaze flickering as if contemplating something.
Seeing this, Millian continued to introduce:
"Then there’s Zou Zhiruo, she comes from the Eastern Country and is also a female swordsman! Combat power is at S+ Level. Her swordsmanship is excellent, and she has shown impressive skills on the ship."
"Alongside Zou Zhiruo is Wang Tiezhu, her follower. This person’s physical body is incredibly formidable, and his combat power reaches SS+ Level."
"There are also two members of the Special Agent Bureau, Xina, with S++ combat power; Natalia, with S+ combat power..."
...
Dean narrowed his eyes slightly, a glimmer flashed across them as he spoke slowly:
"I heard there was a youngster from the East in Phantom Star City, mighty in strength, beating the Church Court folks to a pulp, leaving them in a sorry state! If we can recruit such capable people to our side, why should we worry about not accomplishing great things?"
Millian was slightly stunned, then she asked:
"Eastern People? What’s his name?"
Upon hearing it’s an Eastern person!
Millian instinctively thought of Lin Lang, who was with Natalia and Xina!
After all, there weren’t many Eastern people on the ship, and Lin Lang happened to be one of them!
But she carefully recalled how Lin Lang usually appeared.
The aura Lin Lang exuded was ordinary, nothing particularly special about it.
Moreover, he seemed very easy-going, lacking that atmosphere of a strong warrior capable of making the Church Court retreat.
So.
She merely flicked the thought in her mind, not giving it much attention.
Dean shook his head slightly and said:
"Can’t remember the name, just heard a bit about it by chance. The exploits of that youngster have spread widely in Phantom Star City, said to be ruthless in methods, with strength unfathomable and the Church Court’s experts are no match before him."
Millian nodded, pondering inwardly, feeling Lin Lang should not be the formidable figure Dean spoke of.
She took a sip of her drink, an expression of contemplation appearing on her face, as she said:
"That’s actually a good thing! After the Church Court falls, won’t the Ancient Church Court you belong to rise?"
"It’s not that simple..."
Dean gazed deeply into the distance, seeming to contemplate some important matters.
...
The giant ship breaks through waves on the vast and boundless sea surface.
The waves rhythmically batter against the ship’s body.
Lin Lang, Xina, and Natalia are resting in their room.
Gentle lighting fills the room, creating a tranquil atmosphere.
Natalia sits leaning at the bedside, her brow slightly furrowed with a hint of caution in her eyes, and she speaks first:
"I always feel something’s off about Millian."
Xina nodded lightly, casually tucking the hair by her ear, agreeing:
"Yes, I feel the same! She treats us with excessive enthusiasm, makes one’s skin crawl, like she might have some other intentions."
"Lin Lang, what do you think?"
As they spoke, both simultaneously looked toward Lin Lang, eyes full of expectancy.
Seemingly waiting for him to offer some unique insight.
Lin Lang was sitting in a chair nearby, browsing videos.
Upon hearing the two, he slightly raised his head, shrugged and said:
"I wouldn’t know! Never tried with a woman of that style."
"..."
Natalia and Xina were rendered speechless.
"However..."
Lin Lang calmly continued:
"Trust your own instincts."
...
The night’s time passes quietly amidst the swaying of the ship and the whispering of the waves.
Dawn’s gleam gently spreads across the sea, draping the vast sea with a layer of golden veil.
In the following days of sea voyage.
Lin Lang appears uninterested in this monotonous journey.
Most of the time, he chooses to rest in the room.
He lies quietly on the bed, breathing steady and even, as if everything outside is unrelated to him.
...
However, Natalia and Xina differ from Lin Lang.
They often wander around the ship, not missing any detail, trying to discover clues related to this particular mission.
Millian seems to have a special focus on Natalia and Xina—
Frequently appearing before them, with her signature enthusiastic smile, issuing invitations:
"Beautiful ladies, would you like to have a drink at the bar? I’ve just discovered a very special type of alcohol."
Natalia and Xina remain cautious of Millian in their hearts, trying to refuse politely, only accepting when there was no way around it and drinking a little.
Despite their repeated refusals, Millian’s enthusiasm did not diminish at all.
She would still greet them warmly whenever she encountered them.
Actively sharing some maritime tales and anecdotes, attempting to close the gap between them.