NOVEL NEXT Chapter 299 - 248, Sky Pirates_2
Chapter 299: Chapter 248, Sky Pirates_2
I find myself veering towards physical strength and endurance again on my Mage path.
But there’s no alternative. When it comes to the Corpse Core, the most common improvements are in the first three attributes, with less increase in the latter three.
It’s a little disappointing that after consuming all three potions, I still haven’t awakened any superpowers.
Even if I’m down on my luck, it shouldn’t be this bad.
It leads me to suspect that there’s only one type of superpower awakening, or that once one type is awakened, it becomes harder to awaken new superpowers.
For now, there’s not much I can do. I’ve used up all my potions, so I’ll have to wait for the next batch to try again.
…
I get up, and a breeze brushes in from the window.
The season isn’t particularly cold, but as it hits Wu Heng, it sends a chill down his spine.
Only then does he realize that he is soaked through.
“Mini,” he calls out.
“What’s the matter, Master?” Mini walks into the room.
Upon seeing the sweat on Wu Heng’s forehead, with damp hair clinging to it, she immediately rushes over, expressing her concern. “Master, what happened?”
“Nothing, just broke a sweat from a workout. Have the inn staff prepare my bath,” says Wu Heng.
“Alright,” Mini replies, quickly stepping out of the room.
Andre Willow comes in next, she pushes away the unruly hair on his forehead, a look of concern on her face.
Wu Heng pinches the white furry ears, and the little girl’s cheeks flush a bit.
After his bath, it’s time for dinner downstairs.
Wu Heng takes the two girls out for a stroll until it gets dark and then heads straight back to the room to rest.
…
After washing up.
Wu Heng changes into his nightclothes, sitting on the edge of the bed with arms outstretched.
Mini, in her black underwear, cheerfully crawls into his arms, while Andre Willow, her face blushing, walks over and carefully rests against his chest.
He is embraced by two fragrant Beastwoman girls on each arm.
Although he misses his past modern life.
He sometimes realizes his former self never had the chance to live the way he does now.
Not to mention wealth and women, the feeling of changing one’s physique through self-improvement is great too.
“I’ll sleep in the study.” Andre Willow says uncertainly.
Wu Heng pulls her into his arms, caresses her waist and says, “Sleep together, there is nothing to be shy about.”
“Exactly, I want to sleep with sister Wei’er.” Mini exclaims, and rushes towards Andre Willow.
“Ah, don’t play around!” Andre Willow ends up being pinned down by Mini.
After some playful banter.
They both lay down sideways on the bed, bowing their heads.
An immaculate view.
Wu Heng sits on the outer side of the chair, appreciating the scenic beauty of their rounded, fair bodies, reminiscent of two ripe peaches.
“Master, stop looking.” Mini gently sways.
Andre Willow blushes all over, says nothing, her lowered fox-tail slightly raised.
Wu Heng takes a drink of water and walks towards the bed.
…
The next day, early morning.
Wu Heng wakes from his sleep, two figures curled up in his arms.
The increase in his attributes manifests in every aspect.
Even when dealing with the two of them, his stamina and endurance still hold up.
After a long night, they are sound asleep now.
Wu Heng yawns, the fox tails lying on him twitch lightly.
Turning his head.
Wei’er, the Beast-woman with white hair, stares back with wide eyes, smiling sweetly.
Wei’er places her hand on his face, slips her tender, fragrant tongue between his lips.
…
After breakfast.
They check out of the inn and head straight to the port.
Upon arriving at Pier Three, they see a merchant ship labeled ‘Nodinglaton’ docked at the dockside.
Just as they approach.
A dwarf about half a man’s height stands atop a crate, loudly urging the workers to move the cargo.
Upon seeing Wu Heng and the two Beast-woman girls approaching, he orders, “Make way, don’t block the others’ work, this is not the inn.”
“Why does this old man speak so rudely?” Mini muttered.
“I’m only 36. You’re the old man. Now leave here,” the dwarf shouted rudely.
As he shouted, numerous crew members armed with crossbows gathered immediately behind him.
They looked menacingly at the group.
Wu Heng didn’t want to cause trouble along the way, so he took out his emblem and pinned it on his chest.
He then announced, “I am the Vice-executive of Gold and Silver Island. Your ship’s management should have notified you already!”
The dwarf’s eyes bulged, and the crew behind him immediately lowered their weapons, their expressions becoming cautious.
“The ship manager did mention you!” Wu Heng repeated.
The dwarf quickly reacted, and bowed respectfully. He said, “Good afternoon, Vice-execive. Please forgive my earlier rudeness. A delay in my merchandise has left me a bit upset. The ship’s manager did inform me about you. Your quarters are ready for you.”
“Well, may we board the ship now?”
“Bals.” The dwarf shouted up to the ship. A younger human crew member, leaning on the railing, yelled back, “What is it, Captain?”
“Escort our distinguished guests on board. Take them to the two rooms we prepared yesterday.”
“Understood, Captain!”
The young crew member briskly descended and glanced cautiously at Mini and the others, saying, “Please follow me.”
Wu Heng nodded and, accompanied by the maid and attendant, boarded the ship.
Similarly, many crew members gathered on the deck, either bare-chested or wearing shiny leather, carrying boxes of goods back and forth.
It seemed they were in a hurry.
Wu Heng, trailing behind the young man, asked, “What’s the ship’s cargo?”
“Spices, beer, and some weapons and armors.”
“Is it meant for the dwarves?”
“Not necessarily. We pass several cities on the way, and we try to sell as much of the cargo as possible. The remaining goods will be transported to the dwarves.” The young sailor was completely candid, answering whatever he was asked.
“Oh! It seems you are doing pretty good business; you even have such a large ship.”
The young man just chuckled and didn’t pursue the topic further.
Entering the cabin, he pointed to two rooms and said, “These and the neighboring room are for you. Conditions at sea are rougher; please bear with us.”
“About how long it will take to reach Gold and Silver Island?”
“Our first destination is Gold and Silver Island. If all goes well, we’ll arrive in six days.”
“And if things don’t go well?” Mini asked.
“If we encounter pirates, have to take a detour, or face any other issues, it will delay our arrival time.”
“Alright, thank you.”
The crew member smiled and left.
Mini and Wei’er tidied up their rooms a little.
The three of them then sat and waited.
By noon, they felt a sense of weightlessness as the ship began to move.
From the windows, they could see the ship setting sail.
…
They had been sailing for three days, and the three of them had gotten used to life on the ship.
While chatting, they enjoyed the meal they had prepared beforehand.
Just as they finished eating and were disposing of the trash, they heard frantic footsteps outside as well as shouts of “pirates incoming.”
The trio was taken aback.
Pirates?
Did they really encounter pirates?
Immediately, Mini grabbed Wu Heng’s arm, “Master, what do we do?”
Andre Willow also offered her questioning gaze.
Wu Heng put on his armor and helped the other two into their protective gear, saying, “We’ll go out and see, but be careful.”
“Okay!” both girls nodded.
Once they were properly dressed, they exited with their skeleton companion, following some hastily moving crew members out of the cabin.
As soon as they stepped onto the deck,
They saw crew members armed with crossbows shooting a flurry of arrows into the sky.
The trio looked up.
Their pupils dilated sharply.
They saw three dragon-like creatures with broad wings. Mounted on each dragon were human figures, rapidly approaching.
Dragon clan?
Are they real?