Goblin Dependency

Chapter 975: Chapter 485: Ebbtide Gang

After sailing on the sea for more than half a month, the Vengeance Blade Blade was heavily scarred from the attacks of the Saw-tooth Shark Fish Swarm. Although the crew performed simple repairs at Wild Rabbit Island, for safety’s sake, a comprehensive inspection would definitely be necessary after returning to Suo Yu Bay.

They had just docked at Wave-breaking Pier. Gordon, who had stayed behind to watch the ship and not participated in the Shark Beast battle, and thus not been injured much, had already proactively contacted the shipyard.

"Are you free tonight?"

Akken, his tattoo-covered bare upper body now wrapped in bandages, grinned as he asked Xia Nan, who was packing his luggage beside him.

"My treat! Let’s have a drink with the brothers over at the Three-legged Sea Dog?"

Naturally, nobody wanted to dampen the mood. ƒree𝑤ebnσvel.com

For most ordinary crew members, and even adventurers, completing each mission and returning safely was like bringing back another life from the perilous sea.

Celebrating and partying were ways to relieve their pressure.

After a mission and the return voyage, drinking and dining at the Three-legged Sea Dog was almost a tradition for the Vengeance Blade Blade Ship Group.

Although Xia Nan was nominally just a temporary member who joined the fleet recently, after this mission, he had completely earned the recognition of every crew member, who regarded him as part of the Vengeance Blade Blade Squad.

Moreover, for Xia Nan himself, with the Moon Tide Banquet still more than two months away, in these seventy or so days, barring any unexpected events, he would act as a member of the Vengeance Blade Blade Squad, being comrades with the others;

And also because they had fought side by side, facing formidable enemies together, their relations were indeed much closer than half a month ago.

Being so invited, even though Xia Nan might have other ways to relieve pressure, he wouldn’t refuse the goodwill.

He nodded and replied:

"Sure, see you then."

Beside them, Captain Lorin heard their conversation, a cigarette dangling from her mouth, a scimitar hanging from her waist, she walked over amidst the smoke, and patted Xia Nan on the shoulder.

"This time we’ll be resting in Suo Yu Bay for at least a month, I should have told you this a few days ago."

"You don’t need to wait. If there’s a suitable mission or anything else, you can act alone."

"Of course, if you need help, you can call us too."

"Just pay us, that’s all." Her flame-like long, curly hair lightly swayed as she jokingly winked at Xia Nan.

During this period together, she knew how diligent and hardworking this particularly young black-haired adventurer was, training with almost ascetic regularity daily, rather than lazily idling the day away.

Worried that he might not endure this month-long downtime, she straightforwardly assured him there was no need to pay attention to them, and it was perfectly fine to go out and earn some extra money himself.

Xia Nan naturally understood her meaning.

Honestly, the regular training every day might have been somewhat painful and unbearable at first.

But being able to clearly see his Battle Skill Skill Level improving bit by bit, and experiencing the achievement of increased skill, he gradually persisted, eventually making it part of his daily routine.

Were he really to do nothing all day and just sit in the Tavern hall or the casino, Xia Nan would actually feel uncomfortable.

As for whether to accept missions and go on adventures during this month of downtime...

Xia Nan had no particular ideas.

For now, he estimated at most he would wander around Suo Yu Bay, helping locals clear a few goblin nests.

Or he might spend some spare time researching fishing techniques, so he wouldn’t end up unable to catch even a single big fish like on the return journey next time.

"Ah, right."

As if suddenly recalling something, Xia Nan turned to look at Hai Yin, not far away, feeding seagulls with bread crumbs.

"Remember to call me when you go to the coral reef, don’t forget."

Hai Yin smiled and waved in response upon hearing this. ƒreewebηoveℓ.com

As a Druid of the Coral Association, Hai Yin protected a small coral reef near Suo Yu Bay.

And the coral reef itself, with its complex three-dimensional hollow structure and the plethora of algae organic matter within, usually formed a diverse ecological structure centered around it.

Simply put, uh... there are lots of fish inside, without even needing to create a special feeding site, making it a great place to practice fishing.

It was initially Hai Yin who suggested to Xia Nan, noticing his sparse catches, that he could practice at her coral reef after their return.

Xia Nan had no reason to refuse and remembered it until now.

The sun hadn’t set yet, Lorin needed to liquidate the various spoils brought back from the trip, and Xia Nan also had many matters to handle.

After exchanging a few more words with the people on deck, agreeing to meet at the Tavern that evening, Xia Nan descended the ship via the nearby gangway.

But unexpectedly, just after reaching the pier and taking a few steps, an unusual commotion reached his ears.

His gaze followed.

He saw a few ruffian-like, slovenly men gathered together, keeping the surrounding crowd at bay.

A pair of finely crafted leather boots embroidered with a clover pattern was faintly visible amid the ruffians gradually closing in.

"Alton?"

An odd expression appeared on his face.

Xia Nan’s eyes flashed with surprise as he stepped forward.