They all call me Great Master

Planning something big?

Arthur looked at Kangsion with a hint of amusement in his gaze.

If it hadn't been for the recent "Gift of the Sea", he would have thought that this 'Whale Slaying Sword' was trying to set him up.

However, precisely because of the "Gift of the Sea", Arthur understood that the 'big job' the 'Whale Slaying Sword' spoke of was probably truly significant.

Perhaps it was precisely because such a 'big job' existed that it had led to the 'Whale Slaying Sword's' preconceived notions and the subsequent 'Gift of the Sea'.

When a person has a certain goal in mind, anything that happens that may benefit this goal will be rationalized by them.

Old Charlie had said this.

Arthur agreed deeply.

So, at this moment, Arthur naturally did not mind hearing what the 'Whale Slaying Sword' had to say.

"Master, the reason these pirates from the Eastern Sea knew so quickly about what happened in the Western Sea is that someone has been deliberately spreading the word.

That person is very secretive, and very capable!

But obviously, he is not familiar with 'the rules of the sea'... He will never know what kind of people he has hired, and what those people might blabber after drinking too much."

Upon saying this, the 'Whale Slaying Sword' smirked proudly.

As the owner of Whale Island, Kangsion was essentially privy to anything that happened on the island.

Plus, the nonsense that sailors spoke when drunk and their boasts in brothels.

Kangsion always managed to know some things others didn't.

Of course, some were true and some were false, requiring discernment.

This time was no exception.

And this time, Kangsion took it especially seriously.

Because, the sailor who went on babbling after getting drunk bled from seven orifices and died—such an obvious display of contract power prompted Kangsion to immediately block the news and initiate a thorough investigation.

"Through my investigation, I am certain that this person is up to no good!

As for what exactly he wants to do?

I don't know yet!

However, one thing is for sure, because of this person's propaganda, some impatient bastards have already started to gather—Coconut Island, that's where they are congregating.

They use it as a base...

And it's not far from my Whale Island!

But before they reached Coconut Island, my men confirmed that they had been spotted loitering on several uninhabited islands nearby!"

As Kangsion spoke, a smile appeared on his face.

Arthur understood the meaning behind that smile instantly.

Pot calling the kettle black!

No!

It's acting in the name of justice!

The young 'Spirit Medium' quickly corrected his inner phrasing.

Pirates mostly live by plundering and rarely save up wealth, preferring to spend their ill-gotten gains on liquor and women.

But not all pirates do that.

For example: pirate captains.

These captains don't refrain from indulgence because they have accumulated a wealth far beyond that of the crew members!

Simply put, they still have leftovers after enjoying themselves.

Most of the time, these treasures would be kept where each captain deemed safest.

Especially when setting out for certain tasks, these captains would definitely arrange their wealth securely in a safe place.

Like those uninhabited islands nearby!

'After the 'Gift of the Sea' and showing goodwill towards me?'

Arthur thought subconsciously.

Because, such wealth, easily taken, was something Kangsion himself could easily achieve.

But right away, Arthur shook his head in secret.

'No!

Though these pirate captains are wealthy, solely relying on these treasures is definitely not enough to be considered "high rollers"!'

After all, Kangsion is the master of Whale Island.

The wealth he possessed absolutely surpassed that of the pirate ship captains.

Therefore, even if Kangsion harbored covetous thoughts, he would not use the term "high rollers" to describe them.

Hence, Arthur did not speak out immediately, instead patiently waiting for Kangsion to continue.

As expected, after a brief pause, Kangsion immediately went on to say—

"While sending people to scout those deserted islands, I encountered Bloody John's men!

They seem to be quite interested in those islands, too!

Even though they pretend nothing's amiss, I could detect their anxiety—Bloody John, who is rumored to have obtained part of Pirate King Edward's inheritance, is actually nervous about those insignificant deserted islands... I don't believe there isn't any secret there.

As for this bastard eyeing the captains' wealth?

I don't believe it either!"

The Whale Slaying Sword spoke with great certainty.

And Arthur did not rebuke him.

Because, in William's notes that were left behind, Bloody John was also mentioned.

Before the Seven Years' War, at the end of the Silver Age, Bloody John had already taken to the sea, and it wasn't until the period of the Seven Years' War, as he repeatedly raided military ships and his notoriety rose, that he became an idol to the later generations of pirates—William's own journey to sea was inspired by this very Bloody John.

'The inheritance of the Pirate King...

The White Crow!'

The image of this 'Sky Battleship' sprang to Arthur's mind, and then, somewhat uncertain plans he had previously rapidly began to solidify—he definitely wasn't looking to trap Marinda.

Definitely not!

He simply wanted to gain more control, that's all!

"Keep a close eye on him!"

Arthur said so.

"Understood, Master!

If there is any news, I will contact you immediately!"

The Whale Slaying Sword pulled a Messenger Stone from inside his clothes.

After Arthur took the Messenger Stone, the Whale Slaying Sword once again bowed respectfully.

"At your command at any time!"

With those words, the Whale Slaying Sword rose and bowed to Arthur again, and after confirming there were no further orders, he chose to leave quietly.

Standing in the courtyard, Arthur watched as the figure disappeared into the night, feeling a slight admiration in his heart.

'A fellow good at seizing opportunities and daring to take risks!'

Carrying that admiration, Wuni on the rooftop followed silently and without trace.

Although Arthur had the 'Gift of the Sea', when faced with such risk-taking individuals, he still chose 'observation'—getting personally involved was rare, but not unheard of.

Arthur did not want to make a wrong move and lose everything!

Afterward, Arthur stood at the entrance of the courtyard, replaying the recent meeting in his mind while he waited for the meal delivery from Grandma Andor's Kitchen and his guest to arrive.

Fortunately for the young Spirit Medium, one followed the other.

The meal came first, the guest arrived after.

It was perfect timing, neither making him wait too long nor appearing rude to his guest.

And Merlin had timely delivered two barrels of alcohol.

The mead was a regular purchase.

The other barrel of apple cider was complimentary.

Standing next to the dining room, close to the kitchen, Arthur watched Marinda and Julie emerge from the smoke rings, greeting them with a warm smile— Read exclusive adventures at My Virtual Library Empire

"Good evening, Lady Julie!"