Above The Sky
Chapter 206 - 206 195 Glinting Crystal Clam 23

206: Chapter 195 Glinting Crystal Clam (2/3) 206: Chapter 195 Glinting Crystal Clam (2/3) “…then I really have no way to refuse.”

Ian’s gaze fell, and he couldn’t help but feel a sense of irony—back then, the Origin Dew that Weyges sought made him rack his brains without finding an opportunity for achievement, even having to resort to aiming for the former Empire’s First Knight.

And now…

just by protecting such a young master, he could obtain it, and even an inheritance of a higher class?

The difficulty levels were worlds apart, it was a society with staggering inequality…

Although this indeed included the element of recruiting him, the “genius,” it was really hard to keep a straight face.

The young man let out a long sigh, “But if you know it’s so dangerous, why not just stay in Harrison Port?

No matter how bold an assassin is, they couldn’t possibly pose any harm to Yisen under the care of three Second Energy Level protectors.”

“To willingly set sail and place oneself in jeopardy, along with preparing an escape route, is indeed overly risky.”

Master Gossay did not answer.

But no answer was needed.

Ian already knew that Master Gossay was clearly beginning to suspect Patrick…

Even without any evidence, the old man had noticed something odd about his former disciple.

Stay in Harrison Port?

To let Yisen stay with an uncle who harbors hostile intentions but whom he respects and trusts?

That was the true danger!

It might be better to face off in the unfamiliar territory of South Ridge Distant Sea, where both parties were unprepared!

“I agree.”

Ian looked up, aware that both his and Master Gossay’s conversation were confined within a three-foot radius by the Sublimation Skills in the gray ring he held in his hand, audible only to the quiet Yisen Gard next to him.

However, the beautiful lullabies of the Wave Singers outside could still reach everyone’s ears, clearly single-sided audio blocking Inscription Creations!

The young man looked up toward the blonde young man on the other side—his complexion was somewhat unwell, his barely shown smile full of worry, uncertain if it was due to the discomfort of his first sea voyage or the pure concern for his own safety.

“I apologize for getting you involved in this.

But things have come to this point, I can only make it up to you later.”

The hunched old man patted Ian’s shoulder, then turned his head to instruct Yisen, “If all goes well, we’ll proceed with the original exploration plan.

If anything unexpected arises, remember to stick close to Ian right away.”

“Remember, do not use any Sublimation Skills at that time!

Leave all the fighting to Ian, and at most, use items and potions to assist.

Otherwise, it’s just causing chaos, endangering both Ian and yourself!”

Whoa.

Ian then understood, “It seems that this young master’s inheritance is also extraordinary, at least the Origin Quality is special enough to be easily tracked.”

The situation was gradually becoming clear, with actions from all sides underway.

Below the roaring waves was an even more turbulent current in motion.

Standing shoulder to shoulder, the composed Master Gossay, the filled-with-concern Yisen Gard, and Ian, who smiled while gazing at the distant sea, although all looking forward, their thoughts differed.

Under the lullabies of the Wave Singers, the exploration ship already rode the wind and waves, and before long, had arrived near their first mission target.

South Ridge Yalan, Noctilucent Marine Area.

If it weren’t for such an unusual situation, sailing in Terra World would actually be quite a romantic affair.

The ship cut through the veil of waves and rain in the wind, and amidst the myriad droplets, the Wave Singer’s lilting song stirred the spray.

Deep in the emerald sea, numerous schools of fish swam, and the deep ocean carried low, echoing sounds—mysterious and dangerous, enticing one’s curiosity.

By the afternoon, the Reverence Light had reached the Noctilucent Marine Area.

This was a fluorescent algae production area controlled by the Tenglan Tribe all year round.

At midnight, the light from countless algae could even dimly illuminate the entire sea and coast.

The pale blue glow smeared on the sea’s surface was so thick it resembled mist, imbued with a mysterious aura.

It is said that during the height of summer, the luminescent substance in the Noctilucent Marine Area peaks.

At that time, if one sails into it at night, the whole ship will be enveloped in a faint blue phosphorescence, shining just like Saint Elmo’s Fire.

However, now, during the storm, that dreamy scene was absent.

“First time out at sea?”

As they were nearing the mission area, Master Gossay was busy adjusting the surrounding wind, while Yisen Gard and Ian assembled instruments on the deck.

The white-haired youth asked casually, but the blond youth replied earnestly, “The first time away from the plains of the Imperial Capital.”

“And then your first mission involves such a big event.”

Ian summed up, “Are the struggles of the nobles always so terrifying?

Doesn’t your father intervene?”

Yisen Gard smiled with some difficulty, but Ian’s words made the usually somber him relax a bit, “My eldest brother is my father’s first son, my second brother is the son of my father’s first wife, and I am the son of the current Lady Ellen.”

“My eldest sister is the legitimate firstborn daughter, and my little sister is the youngest child in the family…

so, who do you think our father would choose?

The family situation is just that complicated; typical nobles don’t have the mess that the Ellen Family has.”

He chuckled bitterly and then sighed, lost in thought, “I actually want to be the head of the family, the Marquis, who doesn’t?

But I don’t want to kill my relatives…

There’s no need for that, why can’t everyone compete peacefully like my uncles and father do?”

Ian’s assessment was wishful thinking—Yisen Gard’s mother is the current spouse and also a princess.

If it really came down to fair competition, even if the blond youth in front of him had little ambition and was the youngest, the position of Marquis would still rightfully be his.

Yisen Gard himself obviously understood this rationale.

Such is the helplessness of the world, so he did not say more, just focused even more intently on preparing the instrument before him.

The device looked like a small windmill erected upright and, in the strong stormy winds of the Southern Sea, it spun rapidly.

At the base of the windmill, all sorts of data readings were flowing out like water.

This was a tracking device used to trace special Origin Quality, operational in the water as well but driven by water currents instead of wind, and needed to be placed in a specially made cage to prevent damage from Magical Beasts.

“This is the spot.”

At that moment, the team from the Platinum Iridium Workshop, who had been genuinely recruited for the work, started to move.

Leading them was a gaunt-framed but sharp-eyed black-haired man, the Exploration Team Captain who had originally discovered the Glinting Crystal Clam and been recruited by the workshop.

He had strong deep-sea diving abilities, rumored to be able to dive two hundred meters in one breath.

He took a deep breath, and his seemingly narrow chest suddenly expanded, puffing up like certain amphibians—then the captain jumped straight into the sea and opened his mouth underwater.

Instantly, invisible sound waves spread out, even penetrating the deep sea with the help of Origin Quality before reflecting back.

“That’s right, the Crystal Shellfish gathering place is right below!”

The captain emerged from the sea calmed by Master Gossay, looking extremely excited, “Sir, the winds and waves here aren’t too strong, and there are no undercurrents.

We can start now!”