Above The Sky
Chapter 189 - 189 178 Oh oh oh oh oh!

189: Chapter 178: Oh oh oh oh oh!

(4/3) 189: Chapter 178: Oh oh oh oh oh!

(4/3) “Indeed!”

Because Ian had long anticipated this, he was not very surprised.

He nodded slightly, “I said that if it’s just the power of this fleet, defeating the Ironclad Shark poses no problem.

But to ensure a hundred percent kill rate against a First Power Level Peak Magical Beast that would flee immediately after a failed ambush…

indeed, there has to be an ace up the sleeve!”

“A special type of sea battle armor?

And most likely, pirates…

Why would such a powerful pirate fleet, even notable in the Yongji Ocean, suddenly appear in the northeast sea area of Harrison Port?”

Although Harrison Port and Canaan Moore’s trade routes were quite profitable, in truth, the nature of the Elf Pirates was mostly ‘rebels,’ ‘illegal mercenaries,’ and ‘unofficial explorers.’

The internal power structure within the Canaan Moore Federation was quite chaotic, and the upper-class noble Elves heavily oppressed the common Elves, with old animosities between the branches never fully settled.

The so-called Elf Pirates were mostly commoner Sublimators leading teams in rebellion against noble oppression, and these mercenaries were often involved in the harassment and attacks between branches.

Moreover, in the Thousand Islands Sea Area surrounding the Yongji Ocean, there were many fragments of ruins from the previous epoch, which attracted many adventurers seeking fortune to form their own fleets and venture out to the open seas in search of gold.

Why would such a force specifically target a merchant convoy?

Their actual enemies were other pirates.

Ordinary people would just pay a toll and be done with it, and they would even go out of their way to ensure the safety of various merchant fleets to avoid losing a stable source of funding.

Especially with five Sublimators, they could just lie down and collect protection money, earning a substantial income daily, so why would they need to rob?

Therefore, there is only one reason.

“They’re targeting the young master of the Ellen Family, aren’t they?

As expected, this is the team that Patrick intended to use to forcefully kill Yisen Gard after his plan failed!

It’s also because of this that they have an extremely extreme killing intent toward me, spurred by Patrick’s inexplicable desire to kill me!”

“That man definitely sees me as a target to be eliminated…

but that’s not the point.”

Gazing in the direction of that armor suit, Ian’s eyes blazed with excitement, “They really have money, ordinary pirates definitely can’t afford such high-end goods…

there must be someone providing funding and supplies behind the scenes!”

Observing the figures mixed with crimson and deep blue, the young man already knew the enemy was before him and had uncovered the truth, “Mr.

Patrick definitely won’t be out at sea, so, theoretically, it’s going to be the pirate chief in armor tying up Master Gossay and his accomplices, while the rest take out everyone on the exploration vessel, including the young master.”

“No wonder Senan looked so dead.

If it weren’t for me, the exploration team would probably set off tomorrow or the day after.

Even if Yisen Gard and Master Gossay could barely escape, the rest would be done for.”

A whole large pirate fleet, along with a highly probable active high-level Sea Battle Armor, is a combination that, unless it’s an Empire naval squadron setting sail, even a large trading company’s professional escort fleet would not fare well against such a lineup.

Thinking this, the young man couldn’t help but nod slightly—if it wasn’t for his persuasion to Senan not to set sail and his discovery of the covert hand on the Blue Flame Bracelet, the Ellen Family would certainly embark soon and complete the mission.

But because of his warnings and precautions, at the very least, the exploration team would only consider action in mid-April, after receiving feedback from the family.

And the reason the pirates had stopped casting their nets and started fishing was probably that they had been lurking too long, and their estimated food supply was running low, hence why they began fishing locally to replenish supplies.

Now comes the problem.

Ian did indeed uncover these conspiracies, but he had no reason to inform others—why would he know there’s a pirate fleet in the northeastern sea zone, let alone know that this fleet targeted Yisen Gard and himself?

And as a future member of the exploration team, how should he prepare countermeasures to prevent being targeted by pirates at sea, forcing him to expose his real strength, or having to choose the embarrassing option of fleeing alone back to Harrison Port?

Furthermore, the young man has no way to tamper with that suit of armor suit.

If it were just Ian himself, he would be extremely troubled and might even return to Harrison Port to prepare, perhaps making some Crystal Sand Explosives to blow up a ship.

But Ian was not alone now.

The White Folks youth turned his head and looked at the Ironclad Shark that was quietly swimming beside him.

“?”

Sensing Ian’s gaze, the Big Shark displayed a ‘oh?’ expression.

Well, it had no expressions, but Ian revealed an excited smile, “Though it might be a bit dangerous…

your aura is just light red, which proves that as long as we handle things correctly, there’s no danger at all!”

Click!

Without any hesitation, Ian immediately mounted the Ironclad Shark.

And it actually felt quite comfortable!

The Ironclad Shark’s skin was a flexible half-biological, half-metallic material that, with a supply of Origin Quality, became as sturdy as high-tensile alloy, but otherwise remained very flexible.

Although a bit rough, it was quite pleasant to the touch.

Of course, this was something only a Sand Armor Apprentice Practitioner could enjoy, as anyone with less defensive capability might be left with bloody hands from the tiny sharp protrusions densely covering the shark’s skin.

To Ian, however, the sensation of those spines was akin to the refreshing feel of short hair right after someone shaved their head.

“Next, you bash wherever I tell you—I’ll use the power of Fairy Wings and the Wave Singer to help you accelerate.

Your job is to focus all your strength on fortifying your body!”

“Don’t worry, you won’t get hurt.

And if you do get hurt, I’ll take care of you for the next while!”

Having made the promise, Ian didn’t know if the Ironclad Shark could understand what he was saying, but his strong desire to attack and subsequent closeness were sentiments that, even without words, could be clearly sensed by the giant shark—so the Ironclad Shark that had been a bit fearful of the fleet ahead immediately became spirited and ready for a fight.

“—Looking to pick on someone?

That’s my specialty!”

One must know that the old man who had the same Origin Quality as this young man had never lost when he roamed the Southern Sea with it!

Thus, the giant shark and the young man on its back stimulated their Origin Quality at the same time.

“Buzz!”

Blue-green Origin Quality lit up from the young man’s back as well as from the shark’s dorsal and pectoral fins.

With it came a tumultuous stirring of the sea, creating a raucous noise.

Layers of water ripples and light flowed around them, and the surrounding tides seemed to be driven by an invisible force, even stirring up vortices in the deep sea.

Fairy Wings activated, Wave Singer mode unfolded, Ian spoke seriously, “Prepare…”

The instant the young man spoke, it was as if one could hear a tide roaring.

Accompanied by the full deployment of the Wave Singer and Fairy Wings, Ian even utilized the reserved Origin Quality from the Ancient Dragon Heart Core for dual-core operation.

All the Origin Quality in his body was now enhancing the water-element Sublimation Organ.

Consequently, the surging tides stirred at his will and boiled at his command.

At that moment, the Ironclad Shark beneath him also lit up with a silvery-white brilliance, a sign that Iron Charge was about to be deployed, a signal that an eruption of energy was imminent.

And the target was unmistakably clear—none other than the large pirate ship ahead, storing encrypted chambers with Armor Suits!

“Smash through it, Ironclad Shark!”

Ian gave the order.

What followed was an explosion and a boom!

Boom!!!

It was as if thunder blasted in the deep sea.

Following the young man’s command, the giant shark unleashed its frenzied power—the charge cut through the sea, and the force Ian lent the Ironclad Shark made the seawater around it boil, turning it to mist, and then further accelerating its speed, propelling the giant shark forward.

“—Ohhhhhhh!”

The Ironclad Shark felt faster than ever before; it even faintly sensed a layer of restraint…

That was the shackles bound to its Bloodline.

If it had been in the past, these shackles would require a considerably long time to unlock step by step, but the perfectly timed and appropriately powerful force bestowed by Ian allowed it to sense those shackles ahead of time.

And, the method to break through them.

However, what needed breaking through now was not those shackles.

It was the ship ahead.

Initially blocking the way was the automatic reaction of the living fishing nets.

Sensing a fast-approaching threat, the activated roots entwined together, trying to stop the dangerous leviathan…

but it was merely a trivial moment before they shattered, turning into debris floating in the sea.

And what blocked after that was the sturdy bottom deck planking of the Living Tree Ship—strong enough to withstand ordinary cannon fire, yet now easily smashed into several large pieces, with dense cracks spreading throughout.

Yet the impact was not over; after smashing the ship’s bottom deck, the giant shark was still charging!

Without any hesitation, it rammed again, from inside out, forcibly creating an exit on the other side of the ship!

Boom!

Immediately, with violent tremors, the flagship of the Elf Pirate Fleet, previously hidden in the Northeast Algae Sea, was unexpectedly breached twice in an abrupt and violent manner!

“What’s happening?!” Faintly, one could hear cries of alarm from the ship as massive amounts of seawater began to flood into the cabins.

Severe vibrations spread throughout the ship, whether it were sailors resting, gazing out at sea, drinking and bragging, or doing unspeakable things to pumpkins…

All the sailors on board, including the captain, were shaken from their seats by the fierce shaking, looking around in bewilderment.

And not just that…

The attacking Ironclad Shark had already made its escape, returning to the deep sea—in other words, hit and run.

But beside the entrance made by the Ironclad Shark.

Amidst the churning waters, the White Folks youngster smiled as he opened his eyes.

The silver-blue halo illuminated the dark cabin, shining upon the silent ‘Armor Suit’ before him.