Chapter 317 Miss Justice: Mr. Hanged Man, it’s a pleasure to work with you
"Some time ago, three ships of the Storm Church were sunk in the waters near the Rhoside Islands." Alger spoke solemnly, describing what happened on the sea during this period.
"I received the news relatively late at sea. It happened about ten days ago. The Church of Storms was furious. Next, there will be a storm on the sea." When Alger said this, worry and fear flashed in his eyes.
Only the insiders of the Church of Storms know how angry the Church of Storms is this time.
Ten days ago, the ships of the Church of Storms...could they be the reinforcements from the Church of Storms that went to support Leonard and the others, but gave up in the end?
Klein's heart moved slightly, thinking of Leonard's letter a few days ago, which contained a rough story of their adventure at sea.
Due to the absence of reinforcements from the Church of Storms, they were kicked off the Black Emperor of the King of the Five Seas and returned to Backlund.
Leonard also mocked the Church of Storms for its incompetence.
Now it seems that the Church of Storms is really not to blame.
Audrey blinked and asked curiously: "Isn't the Church of Storms the master of the sea? Who has the ability to target them?"
"The newly emerged uncrowned king on the sea is more terrifying than the original four pirate kings, and he hates storms even more."
Alger's face looked a little strange. He had once traveled with the uncrowned king.
It was only recently that he learned that the mysterious young man who appeared next to him was actually the uncrowned king who was currently in the limelight on the sea.
Many pirates heard about his brilliant deeds, and their behavior became increasingly extreme, and they seemed to have a tendency to establish their own country.
This is not groundless news. Many pirates are singing about the heroic deeds of the Uncrowned King and dreaming of establishing a free kingdom belonging to pirates.
"Is there any unknown secret here?" The person asking was Forsi, who was good at eating melons and making up stories.
Alkin shook his head and said: "I don't know. This matter is considered taboo within the church. Only the archbishop and others are qualified to read any information related to the Uncrowned King."
Could it be that the uncrowned king is the illegitimate son of the Pope of the Church of Storms or someone high-ranking?
This was the first conjecture that came to Forsi's mind. In many novels and stories, the private lives of important people were always inappropriate, which led to plots in which many illegitimate children returned for revenge.
Audrey said sincerely: "The sea is really scary."
She couldn't help but think of Mr. Hastur. He was stationed at the coastal defense line in South Wales. Would he have to face such a terrifying existence as the Uncrowned King in the future?
After thinking for a moment, she looked at Alger, raised her voice slightly and said, "Mr. Hanged Man, I want to know the general movements of the pirates in the future, mainly things related to South Wales."
"This is a long-term mission, and I will reward you accordingly based on the value of the intelligence you provide."
"I can pay 500 gold pounds for this in advance."
Pay 500 gold pounds in advance?
Forsi's eyes widened slightly. Her annual remuneration may not be this amount.
Alger was also shocked, but he gradually got used to Miss Justice's behavior of throwing money at people.
"I will help you pay attention to this aspect." After Alger finished speaking, he added: "There is an incident recently that may be related to South Wales County."
Audrey suddenly became focused.
"There is a relatively famous pirate group entrenched on Damier Island, called the Dark Hand Pirate Group. Their behavior is cruel and disgusting, and they often rob fishing villages and ports along the coast."
In order for Miss Justice to understand it better, Alger drew a small map of the area. Damier Island is located in the eastern waters of South Wales County. It is a moderate distance away. There are pirate groups plundering passing merchant ships nearby all year round.
"I heard that it's because a powerful man from Backlund recently came to Puning Port in South Wales and is training and rectifying the navy. The nearby pirate group is afraid that he will really train a qualified navy, so they have a secret hand. A pirate group is about to attack the port of South Wales."
This news was circulated among the pirates, and most pirates did not take it seriously, thinking that the navy in South Wales was a bunch of softies no matter how well-trained it was.
But Alger didn't think so. In this turbulent era, anyone who tried to change something was worthy of attention.
He also didn't expect that he could exchange this news for a huge reward.
It turned out to be because of that Earl Hastur Campbell.
Klein, who had been listening, now concentrated and began to think about this matter.
He is currently in Puning Port. If a pirate group really happens to harm the coastal areas, he will definitely reveal the news in advance so that Count Hastur Campbell can be prepared.
Audrey said with a solemn tone: "Do you know the approximate time of the pirate group's attack?"
"It won't take more than half a month."
"Mr. Hanged Man, your news is very important to me. This 500 gold pounds is the reward you deserve."
Audrey approved the deal. The 500 gold pounds in exchange for this news seemed too expensive, but for her, it was really a good idea for her to use 500 gold pounds to know in advance the pirate group's intention to attack the coastal areas of South Wales. It's such a good deal.
"Miss Justice, maybe this news is important to you, but to me, it is not worth the 500 gold pounds. I only need half of it, and I will pay for the other half with other news."
This is a long-term business, and Alger doesn't want to take advantage of Miss Justice too much, even though he knows that the other party may not take 500 gold pounds seriously.
Moreover, next he needs Miss Justice to help him find out some decisions made by the top leaders of the Loen Kingdom.
He couldn't afford such a high consultation fee, so it was more cost-effective to leave a good impression on all the Tarot Club members.
Sure enough, Alger received the admiring looks of Little Sun and Forsi, and even the eyes of that annoying vampire showed some recognition.
Such a look made Alger straighten his back slightly, with an expression on his face that was exactly what it should be.
Audrey smiled and said: "Mr. Hanged Man, happy cooperation."
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Backlund, the home of Earl Hall.
As soon as this week's Tarot session ended, Audrey came to the study. Susie, who guessed that she might want to write a letter, also got up from the ground and followed her to the study.
"Audrey, did something happen?" Susie noticed that Audrey was acting a little impatient today, and she was walking much faster than usual just now.
"Well, I just learned some important information and need to tell Mr. Hastur in time."
As Audrey said this, she laid out the pen and paper, sat down at the desk and started writing.
"I don't know if there's enough time."
Audrey was a little worried about the speed of letter delivery. It usually took about 5 days to send letters from Backlund to South Wales.
The time Mr. Hanged Man mentioned was within half a month at the latest.
Seeing that Audrey was really anxious this time, Susie lay quietly at her feet and did not disturb her again.
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Puning Port.
Klein, who had just taken care of his bulging belly from the bathroom, was also thinking about the pirate group's attack on the nearby coastal areas.
The main reason is that it is difficult to solve the problem of source of information.
After all, he is a night watcher of the Church of the Goddess of the Night, and he has nothing to do with the pirates. How could he know about the pirate group's attack?
After thinking for a while, his expression became strange.
Do I really need to tell Count Hastur Campbell about the pirate group's attack?
With his mystery and the secrets hidden here in Puning Port, a pirate group might not even be able to fill the gaps between their teeth.
"But what if the pirate group didn't come to attack Puning Port?"
Klein began to worry again. He still couldn't be a bystander.
"You don't have to tell Lord Hastur Campbell, you just need to spread the news."
Klein made a decision in his mind and his steps became much brisker.
On the other side, Hastur is training the navy in Punin Port.
After nearly a month of training, most of the navy's physical fitness has improved significantly, and their energy and spirit have gradually gained some edge that belongs to soldiers.
Now all that's left is the baptism of blood.
"Lead them out to see the blood tonight."
Hasta looked to the east of the sea. According to reliable information, there are pirates on Damir Island east of Puning Port all year round. The nearby merchant ships would rather take a long detour than pass by there.
There are pirates at home, let alone other places.
He still prefers a cleaner doorway.
At night, around ten o'clock.
Hastur asked someone to blow the assembly call, and then selected 1,000 naval personnel to drive a total of 1 large warship, 3 medium-sized warships, and 10 small warships.
Originally, the navy at Puning Port had about 1,800 people. After layoffs and recruitment, Hasta expanded the number to 2,000.
The night was deep and dark, with only a slight breeze.
"Meow."
Azshara curled up in Sharon's arms, looking at the sea shrouded in darkness.
It is rarely separated from its owner, but it doesn't like riding in boats.
Sharon stroked Azshara's black hair, looked at the sea in the distance for a while, and then whispered a few words into Azshara's ear.
Azshara's eyes widened, and she immediately broke away from her arms and ran to change the dried fish she had hidden to a new hiding place.
It’s time to start a new round of treasure hunt.
The corners of Sharon's lips were slightly raised, and she silently stared at Azshara who was busy hiding the dried fish.