From his interrogation of Barbarossa’s pirates, he had learned quite a bit.

They were just the vanguard that had been sent ahead by Captain Low, who had noticed some unusual movement on the part of Blackbeard.

They had been investigating here for quite some time, but had yet to make any progress due to not having any contacts in the city.

‘They had rushed out here without a plan, and were being oppressed by local powers.’

Deep Sea’s Vortex, which was led by Blackbeard, had surely already partnered up with merchant Kaliss’ faction.

This was no doubt one of the reasons that Sea Snake’s Fury had collapsed in the past.

“Hurry up and ask for reinforcements.”

Having learned all he could, Woohyuk had returned to the inn and released Dirk’s pirates.

They would only be able to get in touch with their fleet once they were out at sea.

“Boss, is this place going to become a battlefield?”

“There is no such thing as a safe zone in this continent.”

A world of endless trials though up by the Creator. Paradise could not exist in such a place.

Woohyuk led his party that was now on edge, as they explored every square inch of the city.

“Dad, Ahri used to live in the desert.”

“... I know.”

The only one who remained relaxed was Lia. She giggled as she continued to chat with Ahri.

It was one of her Dragon abilities that allowed her to communicate...