Chapter 417: The Shocked Padilla Mission!
[I haven’t had time to check for typos yet, so I’ll post this first]
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December 26, 538 in the Gregorian calendar.
The sky was cloudless and the sea was calm.
On the 33rd day of our ocean voyage, we are about to arrive at the Principality of Idar. Everything is fine...
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In the cabin,
Great Elder Sherman Goldberg put down his pen and closed his diary, on which the ink was still wet.
He gently rubbed his slightly sore wrist and gazed at the boundless sea outside the window.
Since the Explorer set sail in the Lost Land, it has been sailing on the endless ocean for more than a month.
And he,
The great elder of the city-state of Padililla also measured the vastness of the ocean for the first time, and became more aware of the dangers that may exist in ocean voyages.
Along the way, they experienced strong storms and turbulent waves.
Even this three-masted warship that the Idar people are proud of is just a solitary boat in the boundless ocean.
but……
What made the great elder Sherman Goldberg's blood boil was...
According to Captain Hausen, they have already entered the territorial waters of the Principality of Idar! They have entered the control area of the Idar Navy! A month is short, but also long.
The reason why he had a lot of it was that just a month ago, the Principality of Idar was still a mysterious country that made Sherman Gudberg feel extremely far away.
And now, in just one month, this powerful country on the other side of the ocean will finally appear before the eyes of the Padilla delegation! But one month is also very long, because sailing on the ocean is extremely torturous, and the rolling waves and turbulence during the voyage have tortured the weak body of the great elder for a long time.
but……
The fatigue of the journey will eventually pass. At this moment, Sherman Goldberg just wants to see with his own eyes what this continent on the other side of the ocean looks like! Just two days ago, the three-masted warship "Explorer" passed by the Fran Islands.
However, the Idar soldiers, who were obsessed with the Principality of Idar, had no desire to stop there. Instead, they passed by the Fran Islands and continued to sail towards the Merlin District.
But at that time, Sherman Goldberg saw the flags flying on the Farah Islands and the Idar merchant ships traveling to and from the Farah Islands.
and……
As he got closer to the mainland of the Principality of Idar, he could occasionally see giant cargo and merchant ships sailing on the sea.
Although he did not see thousands of ships, he saw many huge battleships.
Everything he saw ignited Sherman Goldberg's curiosity and excitement far more intense than before.
He wanted to know very much what kind of country could break through the vast blue waves, cross the boundless ocean, and reach an unreachable land.
“We’re here! We’re here!”
I don't know how long it was, but suddenly there were bursts of shouts from the deck.
Accompanied by Salazar and others, Great Elder Sherman Goodberg also led the Padililla delegation out of the cabin and came to the deck of the "Explorer".
At this moment, the Idar naval soldiers who returned from a long journey were all ecstatic with tears in their eyes.
Yes!
They are back! They are finally back! In fact, before they set out, the navy soldiers never thought that they could return safely, and many of them even left letters to say goodbye to their families.
If they do not return safely within half a year, these letters will be delivered to their families by the soldiers who remain in the Principality of Idar.
And now... I'm back!
A simple exclamation is worth far more than a thousand words. Although it was only a short period of half a year, they experienced the hardships and dangers of ocean voyages time and time again, and brushed shoulders with death time and time again.
From the Principality of Idar to the Lost Land, and then from the Lost Land back to the Principality of Idar.
This round trip voyage, which sounds extremely simple, is actually an extremely thrilling exploration and adventure.
The Lighthouse of Alexandria still stands on the coast of Idar, the newly built Venetian Arsenal is already visible in the distance, fishing boats go back and forth to the fishing port, and merchant ships are loaded with countless goods.
Captain Housen looked at the land so close before his eyes, and the pride and excitement in his heart were beyond words.
No matter where he is, the Principality of Idar will always be the backing and harbor of the people of Idar; no matter where he is, Bruno Stuart, Duke of Idar, will be the lord to whom he can swear allegiance until death!
At this moment, they lived up to their expectations! At this moment, they returned with honors!
They became the first warriors to discover the New World, and the first Idar people to achieve ocean voyages! The cabin of the "Explorer" was filled with the gold and silver they brought back, as well as the novelties they exchanged from the city-state of Padilla.
In addition, the mutants from the Lost Land were huddled in the corner of the cabin, gasping for breath. The news about the other continent had already been deeply imprinted in the minds of every Idar soldier.
"The Principality of Idar... Your Excellency the Duke..."
"We...are back!"
Looking at the coast not far away, Captain Hawson's voice was firm and powerful.
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Merlin DC.
The then Governor of the Merlin District was standing on the top of the lighthouse, looking through a telescope at the Idar Navy warship flying the Idar flag.
"Explorer...it's them, they're back..."
Sabbi murmured.
Although the Idar Navy soldiers, led by Captain Hausen, have an extremely strong desire to return home, but...
However, they still slowed down their sailing speed so that the Merlin Special Zone could get the news of the Explorer's return in advance.
after all……
It was not just them who came back this time, there was also a delegation from the city-state of Padililla. Although there was no need to hold a grand welcome ceremony, the Idar Government Office had to make some preparations so that His Excellency the Duke could get the news in advance.
Therefore, as early as this morning, Shabi had actually received intelligence from the Faran Islands, confirming that the "Explorer" three-masted warship had returned safely and entered the Idar Navy's actual control area in the Merlin Gulf.
"The Explorer?!"
Hearing this, the adjutant beside him was surprised.
In fact, even with new warships like the three-masted warship, most people did not think that these soldiers who went on long voyages could return safely.
But they really came back! The guide ship, which had been ready for a long time, slowly sailed out of the port, guiding the Explorer to gradually approach the shore and anchor.
Shabi was the first to board the warship and made eye contact with Captain Hausen...
Haven't seen you for half a year.
Captain Hausen's face became much more haggard.
But because he had specially tidied up his appearance and attire before arriving, there was not much difference except for his slightly yellow and thin face and thin body.
But……
As the governor of the Merlin District and a high-ranking official of the Idar Principality, Shabi was very clear about the risks along the way! The only thing the sailors of the Explorer could rely on was a route map provided by the Duke. Apart from that, they were far away overseas and had no other support to rely on.
"Thanks for your hard work……"
Looking at Captain Hausen returning from his voyage, Shabi couldn't help but give him a big hug.
"We are all doing this for the Duke, and for the Principality of Idar!"
Captain Hausen was slightly moved when he was suddenly hugged by a colleague whom he hadn't seen for half a year.
Although it feels a bit weird,
but……
Comfortable! That familiar feeling is back! "We have discovered a new continent far away on the other side of the ocean, where there are a wide variety of rich mineral resources!"
"In addition, I also brought back a lot of good things, and... an envoy from another continent!"
Before Shabi could speak, Captain Hausen spoke first.
The purpose of ocean exploration is only one, and that is to gain benefits for the Principality of Idar! The generals and officials of the Principality of Idar are well aware of this.
Therefore, Captain Hausen naturally had no need to hide anything.
not to mention……
If we don't describe the lost land on the other side of the ocean in a good way, who would be willing to go to the other side of the ocean to open up the land?
"There really are other lands?!"
Hearing this, Shabi couldn't help but gasp.
Before this, the reason why the Principality of Idar always insisted on the sea-watching strategy of ocean voyages was entirely because this was a decision made by Bruno himself.
As for Old Ford, Shabi, L'Obida and others...
Although they have always supported their Lord Duke unconditionally, they have some doubts about whether the overseas land really exists.
And now, since Captain Hausen has confirmed it, and he has even brought an envoy from another continent, the existence of the land is naturally certain.
The only thing they had left to do was to assist the Duke in perfecting the overseas expansion plan of the Principality of Idar, and to try not to hinder the thriving Principality of Idar! And Captain Hausen's words meant that the Duke's decision was once again proven to be completely correct!
His Excellency the Duke is indeed far-sighted!
This is simply God bless the Stuart family!
You know, although the Principality of Idar may face threats from land today, this threat is still within the controllable range and will not affect the Principality of Idar's overseas expansion plans at all.
Besides...
From Captain Hausen's tone, it seems that the lost land on the other side of the ocean really has great potential! "Yes! There is indeed a large piece of land on the other side of the ocean!"
Captain Hausen confirmed again, "In fact... the area of that continent is not less than the land under our feet!"
"Bigger than the Principality of Idar?"
Shabi couldn't help but be stunned for a moment.
In his opinion, if it could be the same size as the Principality of Idar, it would be worthwhile for the Principality of Idar to spend time and energy to develop it.
but……
Shabi obviously misunderstood what Captain Hausen meant.
"No! I mean...it's bigger than all the countries on this continent combined!"
As the words fell, Shabi was speechless for a moment.
If the Principality of Idar could occupy that land...
hiss……
Thinking of this, Shabi couldn't help but secretly smack his lips.
Captain Hausen's trip can be said to have made great contributions! "Where is the mission you mentioned?"
“Yes!”
Captain Howson turned around and pointed to one side of the deck.
There...
The members of the delegation, headed by the great elder Sherman Goodberg, were staring blankly at the Idar coast right before their eyes.
They had also imagined what the Principality of Idar would look like, but...
Looking at the busy streets not far away, the bustling crowds and the densely packed shops, Sherman Goodberg was speechless for a moment.
The houses are lined up one after another. The Idar people who heard the news have already gathered around the dock, looking at the warship that has just returned with curious eyes.
What amazed the Great Elder the most was that... this city near the coast seemed to stretch as far as the eye could see. The population living in this city alone might even be ten times the total population of the city-state of Padilha.
Although the civilians' clothes were not luxurious, everyone could wear a thick cotton jacket.
But looking back at myself...
Even though they were members of a diplomatic mission, representing the city-state of Padilha, the clothes they wore were extremely simple, even worse than the most ordinary civilians in the Principality of Idar!
It's a bit embarrassing...
But what he felt more was speechless shock! The strength of the Principality of Idar had completely exceeded the limits of his imagination! "Ambassador Sherman Goldberg..."
Accompanied by Captain Hausen, Shabi slowly walked behind the great elder Sherman Goodberg.
It was not until this moment that the Great Elder finally came to his senses.
He straightened his shabby clothes and asked very respectfully:
"You are..."
"Governor of the Merlin Special District, Executive Vice-President of the Idar Government Office, Shabi Vargas." Shabi extended his hand and greeted in a deep voice.
"Sheman Goldberg, the Grand Elder of the Padilha City-State."
At this moment, even the knowledgeable Sherman Goldberg's voice trembled slightly.
etc……
Merlin District?! Sherman Goldberg was confused.
"Isn't this Idar City?"
"Of course not."
Shabi nodded seriously: "This is just the Merlin District on the east coast of the Principality of Idar. It is one of the most important ports in the Principality of Idar and is more than 80 kilometers away from the city of Idar."
Sherman Goldberg: !!! More than 80 kilometers! Although in the eyes of the Idar people, 80 kilometers may not be considered a long distance.
But for Sherman Gudberg, this was absolutely incredible! Because during the voyage, Captain Hausen did not actually tell him much about the Principality of Idar, so... he could only speculate and judge based on the known information.
When Sherman Goodberg thought of the three-acre land of Padilha city-state and the nearly ten thousand people in the city-state, the confidence in his heart was instantly reduced by more than half, and for a moment... he even felt a little dry in the mouth.
"Mr. Ambassador Sherman Goldberg, please stay in the Merlin District for a few days. We will arrange a special train to take you to Idar City to meet His Excellency the Duke."
Hearing this, Sherman Goldberg nodded naturally.
In fact, he didn't know what a special train was, but since he had already arrived at the Idar people's territory, he might as well show his best attitude and do everything according to the Idar people's instructions and arrangements.
Anyway...
The purpose of Sherman Goodberg's trip was to obtain help and support from the Principality of Idar, but it was obvious that he did not feel that he had the capital and confidence to have a dialogue with the Principality of Idar.
Something happened, so I posted late, sorry...
(End of this chapter)
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