Hai Biqing had met Loran Hill at the Burning Tail Feast last month. That night, the young woman, dressed in a crimson gown of golden sparrow silk, left a profound impression on everyone present. Hai Biqing had even marveled at the rarity of such a young golden sparrow priestess. Later, from the words of others, he gradually learned about her background.
According to the speculation of many people present at the time, this person must be of royal blood, otherwise the emperor would not trust her so much and entrust her with such an important task. In addition, she must be a natural-born goddess, just like the phoenix of the five virtues, with a natural talent.
After getting this information, Hai Biqing naturally would not regard this girl as an ordinary person.
"Thank you for your courtesy, Young Master Hai." Loran Hill responded with proper court etiquette, then slowly sat down.
"The reason I came here this time is actually to ask the Zhenhai Division for a small favor." The girl talked about her plan to go out to sea.
"For such a small matter, there's no need for the witch to come in person. You just need to write a letter and our company will deliver it immediately." The chief of the Zhenhai Division on the side responded quickly, stroking his beard.
When he saw the name card just now, he thought something big had happened and was very nervous. Only now did he feel relieved.
The officer then briefly inquired about matters related to the pass, and instructed his adjutant to go and make one. The three people in the hall chatted while waiting.
"I wonder where the witch is going overseas? Nowadays, there are many storms and whirlpools on the endless sea, and sea beasts are rampant. It is not as peaceful as it used to be." Hai Biqing asked.
"I plan to cross the Endless Sea and head to the Western Continent." This is not a secret and there is no need to hide it.
"I see. However, there are many crises on the sea right now. Lady Miko, please have reliable guards to accompany you. If you are short of them, our Bi Bo Tian Hai Pavilion can provide some support." Hai Bi Qing continued to show goodwill.
Loran Hill thought for a few seconds and then nodded.
"Then I'll trouble you, Mr. Hai." She really needed some help, and instead of looking for it herself, it would be better to ask professionals to come.
"That's great." The chief of the Zhenhai Division also nodded.
"But there's been some trouble in the Pearl Islands lately. Is the witch aware of this?"
"Did a Sequence 8 sea beast appear?" The girl heard something on the street today.
"Exactly. The sea is larger and has more food than land, so there are more ferocious and powerful monsters."
In the current Eastern Continent, Sequence 8 monsters are incredibly rare, and you can probably count them on one hand. Even if there are hidden ones, there are probably no more than 10. But the situation is different at sea. Currently, two have appeared within the Pearl Islands, and there are likely to be even more within the Endless Sea. This is why the route is blocked.
"One of them is a red octopus-shaped monster, and the other is a white-toothed giant shark. Although the white-toothed giant shark is ferocious, the octopus is more interested in passing ships."
"If you were to pass through the west coast of the Pearl Islands, you would inevitably run into this octopus, which happens to be blocking the ocean current route."
The two men then introduced the habits and characteristics of the octopus to Loran Hill. Finally, the Chief of the Zhenhai Division suggested that Loran Hill's ships should sail in parallel with the Tianhai Pavilion's fleet for a period of time, which would be safer.
"That's it." The girl nodded.
At this time, an adjutant came in from the side door and handed over the detailed documents required by Loran Hill, such as passes.
The girl took a quick look and found that there was not just one copy of the document and certificate, but three copies, including a certificate for the royal caravan, a common sea vessel pass, and a special certificate for Longquan Bay.
"If the witch wants to act quietly, she can use the ordinary one. If she encounters trouble overseas and needs help or needs to intimidate others, she can use the other two." The adjutant explained.
How thoughtful! Loran Hill nodded slightly, feeling that everyone in the government was a shrewd person.
After the girl accepted it, the young master of the sea also spoke: "Our Tianhai Pavilion's fleet will set sail in five days. At that time, the witch's ship can act together with us and take care of each other."
Loran Hill said he understood and then said goodbye and left.
On the way back, an elven maid stepped forward and said, "You are so impressive, little Loran. Those officials are so respectful to you."
This maid was naturally played by Atesi, who had been following Loran Hill just now.
"I've used the Green Empire's documents and the guise of an elven princess to contact officials from the dynasty before. They were all polite, but not at all enthusiastic. Sometimes they even dragged on for ages, which was exhausting and frustrating."
The elven princess's quiet complaints expressed the Plantagenet dynasty's subtle rejection of the Verdant Empire.
The reason for this isn't hard to understand. After all, the Yellow-Feathered Phoenix, one of the Five Phoenixes, died in the Verdant Empire's attack. The fact that the two countries haven't gone to war is a testament to their mutual restraint. Even if they were to act in a friendly manner, that's out of the question. Furthermore, the Verdant Empire's tariffs are significantly higher than those of the Hinamei Kingdom, the Verdant Alliance, and others.
This is also the reason why Aitesi needs Loran Hill to come forward. If she were to go to the Zhenhai Division to handle the documents for going to sea by herself, it would be too difficult.
"Now it's time to take me to see your invaluable ship."
After the two of them boarded the carriage, Loranhill finally asked about the boat that Atesi had prepared earlier.
"No problem, I found a reclusive shipbuilding expert."
"Come with me."
The two first took a carriage into the southern corner of Longquan Bay, then passed through a forest path before arriving at a remote beach.
There is a tall white stone dock here, and voices can be heard from time to time.
Before getting off the carriage, Loran Hill changed his hair color again, looking like Lacey, and then followed Atesi into the carriage.
Craftsmen are busy in the dock, constantly inspecting and reinforcing parts. A beautiful white wooden ship is lying quietly in the dock.
[White Orchid Teak Sea Vessel] (Excellent Pearl Grade): A sea vessel built with white orchid teak (pearl grade), about 72 meters long and displacing 1,600 tons. It has ample cabins for storing food and cargo. Because it uses extraordinary materials, the hull comes with three enchantment effects: [Toughness Lv.4], [Lightness Lv.2], and [Wave Breaker Lv.4].
The elf princess Atesi spread her fairy-like transparent butterfly wings, leaped lightly, flew to the mast of the ship, glanced around, and then landed.
"Master Fang Ying, is this ship considered completed?"
In front of the elf girl, an old man who was busy giving orders finally turned around. He had gray beard and hair.
"Your Highness, I see. The ship you commissioned is now nearly complete, and I'm currently working on some interior renovations. If you're in a hurry, you can launch it immediately."
"Thank you!" Atesi turned around and waved to Loranhill.
Step by step onto the white teak ship, Loran Hill looked at the shipbuilder curiously.
She vaguely remembered that the old man Angus had saved years ago was also surnamed Fang, and their eyebrows were somewhat similar.
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