Chapter 182: Sand Island, Encounter with the Viper

"Sand Island?"

Hearing this completely unfamiliar name, Shane asked.

"What kind of island is this?"

Alyssa thought for a moment, picked out some important information and said: "First of all, this island is very big."

This evaluation surprised Shane.

"How big is it?"

"About... twenty times the size of Silver Moon Island?"

Shae raised his eyebrows: "That's really not small."

You know, Silver Moon Island is already a big island in the sea area of ​​Tranquility Sea.

Twenty times its size is almost the area of ​​a small country before the flood!

In the current Age of Exploration, land is the most precious resource for survival. Even if it is a deserted and narrow island, people will try their best to make it useful.

The reason why many fleets ventured out to sea is to find new islands.

Every new island that has not yet been developed is a huge fortune!

And the pioneers who discovered the new island can also permanently obtain part of the income of the island.

Shouldn't such a big island have been occupied by the Federation and a new city built long ago?

Alyssa saw Shane's confusion and explained, "The other feature I want to talk about is related to the current situation of [Sand Island]."

"Ninety percent of the land on this island is desert, and there are often sandstorms. It is not suitable for planting or living."

"Desert..."

Shane touched his chin, thinking.

In fact, from the name [Sand Island], he could vaguely guess the connection with the desert.

Many people naturally think that there will be no desert near the ocean.

But in fact, due to the influence of ocean currents, topography, climate and other factors, even on Earth, there is more than one coastal desert.

It doesn't seem too strange that a [Sand Island] appears in the ocean.

But this alone should not be enough to stop adventurers from developing this island.

Alyssa continued, "In addition to the harsh natural environment, there are also a group of powerful indigenous residents on the Sand Island who are extremely resistant to outsiders."

"The Federation has also sent fleets several times to try to occupy the Sand Island, but all failed."

"...Even the Federation?"

Hearing this, Shane's face changed slightly.

In any case, the current Federation is the most powerful force on the Seven Seas.

This can be seen from the steel battleship that I saw before.

But then again, the Federation did not continue to attack the Sand Island, not necessarily because it was afraid of the indigenous people on the island, but it may just be that the cost of a strong attack would exceed the benefits of the island.

Even so, it is enough to illustrate the danger of the Sand Island.

Thinking of this, Shane couldn't help but look at Alyssa and Loren with a strange look.

The strength of the third level may be considered a strong man in ordinary seas, but it is really not enough for the Sand Island that the Federation cannot take down.

Not to mention, this [Norwich Treasure] also involves the Pirate King.

In his heyday, the Pirate King had at least the strength of the eighth level!

Each of his apostles was at least the seventh-level legend!

The treasure left by such a strong man will obviously attract the covetousness of many powerful people.

The combat power of the third level is really not good enough.

Sensing his gaze, Alyssa smiled bitterly and explained: "Pirates have to gamble at any opportunity."

"Not only for ourselves, but also for the crew on the ship."

Hearing this, Shane reluctantly understood Alyssa's idea of ​​wanting to share a piece of the pie.

The profession of pirates seems to be domineering and notorious.

But in the final analysis, they are robbers who make a living by robbing and plundering.

Unlike the archons on the island, they have a stable and lasting economic income, and there is no stable channel for potions and equipment.

Even if there are many talented members on Alyssa's ship, it is undoubtedly difficult to break through to a higher level of secret path without sufficient resources.

Therefore, whether it is the last [Blood Moon Night] or this [Norwich Treasure], the pirates are like sharks that smell blood and come to try their luck.

This is also their only chance to obtain precious resources.

Only by fighting for it can you have a chance to break through.

Otherwise, sooner or later you will be forgotten by everyone.

However, Alyssa is not really dazzled by the treasure.

She continued: "As far as I know, the [Norwich Treasure] on [Sand Island] is only a part of the whole treasure."

"The last reason is..."

After hesitating for a while, Alyssa still revealed an important information.

"On [Sand Island], there seems to be some kind of ban on high-level secret pathers. The secret power level of high-level secret pathers will be limited to the fifth level!"

"So that's it..."

Hearing this, Shane suddenly realized.

The restrictions on high-level secret path practitioners are the fundamental reason why the two dared to try their luck on the [Sand Island].

Otherwise, if a legendary expert came to the Federation at random, how could anyone else get a share of the [Norwich Treasure]?

This news also made Shane's heart move a little.

The fifth level is neither high nor low.

It seems that it is only two levels lower than the third level. With Shane's combat power close to the fourth level, it seems that he can barely deal with one or two.

But soon, Shane's rationality reminded him again-

Even if they are at the same level, the difference between different secret pathers is as big as the sky.

The strength of a strong man who has just entered the fifth level cannot be the same as that of a fifth leveler who has been immersed in it for more than ten years.

Not to mention, this time, there may be secret pathers above the fifth level going to the [Norwich Treasure].

This muddy water is not something Shane can intervene in now.

Many thoughts flashed through Shane's mind, but the expression on his face was always calm.

He quickly realized that Alyssa could have quietly concealed such an important information.

But now, the captain said it without reservation, and it was obviously not just because of the life-saving grace.

So, Shane looked at Alyssa and said meaningfully.

"Captain Alyssa told me this news, so you must have other ideas, right?"

Alyssa's expression froze slightly.

Obviously, in addition to strength, Shane has also made great progress in other aspects.

"Sure enough, Captain Shane can't hide it."

Alyssa sighed and said, "In fact, we came here this time to talk to Captain Shane about cooperation..."

The two third-level secret pathers really have no confidence in the [Norwich Treasure], so they thought of pulling Shane into the group.

As for the benefits...

In Alyssa's original idea, it would be best if everyone could get 20%, and Shane would get 60%.

However, after seeing Shane in person, Alyssa and Loren realized that they were wrong, and they were very wrong.

It didn't make much difference to Shane whether they were there or not.

The combined share of the two people is only 10%, which is mostly the result of Shane's mercy.

It is precisely because of this that Alyssa was hesitant and couldn't say it when talking about cooperation.

How can we talk about cooperation when our strengths are not equal?

"I understand."

Shane nodded without surprise, but what he said surprised Loren and Alyssa.

"Although the [Norwich Treasure] is good, it is not something I can get now, and I don't plan to rob it."

"However, I do have to go to the [Sand Island] and I can go with you for a while."

This is the decision Shane made after careful consideration.

The temptation of the [Norwich Treasure] is not small, but it is beyond his ability. If he forcibly fights for it, he may suffer heavy losses.

Moreover, with the talent of [Deep Sea Diving], Shane is not so short of resources, and he can develop for a while with peace of mind.

As for the reason for going to the [Sand Island], it is also very simple-

There is a sandstorm raging on the [Sand Island]!

[Storm Power] doesn't say that it can only plunder storms on the sea.

If it can plunder the power of sandstorms, wouldn't it just fill in the last piece of the puzzle for promotion to the fourth level?

Just for this, Shane has a reason to go to [Sand Island].

However, these words, in the ears of Loren and the others, have a different meaning.

Shane doesn't want to rob [Norwich Treasure], but takes them to [Sand Island] together. Isn't this obviously to intimidate the two [Patrol Ships] following behind?

As long as [Black Swan] is still there, [White Dove] dare not attack them.

This kindness made Loren and the others feel inexplicably flattered.

The behavior of the superiors can easily lead to strange imagination and associations of the inferiors.

Unconsciously, Shane also has such characteristics.

"Captain Shane, I was right."

Loren laughed carelessly, showing his white teeth: "You are such a good person."

Shane: "?"

Before he figured out why he was inexplicably given a good person card, he heard Loren continue.

"By the way, Captain Shane, why didn't I see Mr. Feiya?"

"I haven't had time to thank him properly."

Loren looked around the deck.

Suddenly, he realized something he had overlooked-

From just now to now, there was only Shane on the deck of the [Black Swan]!

Loren thought that the other crew members hid in the cabin to avoid the thunderstorm, but after a careful perception, it was not the case at all.

How can one person control such a big ship?

Just when Loren was in doubt, he saw Shane's eyes that seemed to be smiling.

"Hiss..."

Loren took a breath of cold air, but didn't dare to think about anything.

At this time, Alyssa wisely stopped talking about the [Norwich Treasure] and asked curiously.

"Where is that little Joey? I want to catch up with her!"

Shane raised his chin and looked at the sea not far away.

"Look, they're here."

So Loren and Alyssa looked up.

On the sea, a three-masted sailing ship that was several times larger than the Black Swan was sailing smoothly in this direction.

Loren, Alyssa, and the pirates on the two nearby ships all opened their eyes wide at the same time.

Although this big ship was not as full of strong activity as the Black Swan, it had an indescribable ancient and heavy feeling.

It seemed to have sailed out of legends and history, and an indescribable mysterious atmosphere enveloped it.

Moreover, the two third-level secret pathers instinctively realized that --

In the depths of this ship, there was something extremely terrible hidden.

If you have to say it, it seemed like the door to the abyss!

...

...

Not long after.

Feiya, Joey and other crew members returned to the deck of the Black Swan.

"Mr. Feiya, long time no see, you are still so handsome..."

Loren was halfway through his greeting when he met Feiya's murderous gaze.

Soon he was surprised again: "You have also broken through to the third level?"

Feiya had fought side by side with Alyssa, Loren and others in the [Blood Moon Secret Realm], and knew that he was just joking and not really angry.

Hearing Loren's question, Feiya chuckled and said: "It's just luck."

"It's just a few days since I broke through."

That's right, Feiya is the first secret pather under Shane to be promoted to the third level!

After taking [Crimson Realm], Feiya's bloodline has completed the sublimation and transformation.

Even if he doesn't need to practice, his strength is also improving imperceptibly.

Not to mention, Feiya has never fallen behind in his practice, so a few days ago, with a lot of accumulation, he took the lead in completing the breakthrough of the level.

At this time, Loren was shocked and a little numb.

"...You call this a few days of breakthrough?"

In his perception, Feiya's aura was even stronger than his own.

If it was a one-on-one contest, he might not be his opponent.

Don't forget, Feiya's secret profession is still a priest!

And Loren couldn't see the aura of the other crew members.

"Monster!"

Loren couldn't help but say in his heart: "The guys on this ship are all monsters!"

Not far away, Alyssa was also secretly shocked by Joey's changes.

In her opinion, the silver-haired and red-eyed girl in front of her exuded a sense of oppression from her blood.

It made her feel noble and respectful instinctively, and even had the urge to worship.

"Your blood aura... Could it be that you have been to the [Siren Islands]?"

"Yes."

Joey smiled slightly: "Thank you sister Alyssa for the scale."

"It seems that your blood is more special than I thought..."

Alyssa's eyes fell on Yan Yan and An.

Although the number of crew members of the Black Swan is small, each of them makes her feel a strong sense of crisis.

It can be said that relying on these crew members alone, there is no problem in sweeping the Siren and the Thunder.

Alyssa suddenly felt fortunate that the Siren was a friend of the Black Swan, not an enemy.

As for the other mysterious ship, neither Loren nor Alyssa went to inquire about its origins.

…

…

Three days later.

Under the guidance of the Siren, the Black Swan and other ships steadily moved towards the Sand Island.

One after another, other ships also appeared in the Magnetic Thunder Sea.

Obviously, they were all attracted by the Norwich Treasure.

However, after seeing the Black Swan and the Diamond Star, no ship dared to take the initiative to provoke.

Until this day.

Shane, who was fishing on the deck, heard Joey's exclamation.

"Captain, look at that ship!"

Shane looked closely and soon saw a familiar looking mechanical ship on the sea -

[Viper]!