Lord: Stripped of My Inheritance from the Start - Chapter 402 - 376: Threatening Black Python City

Construction at Wubei Port was in full swing. On this day, four ships appeared one after another on the calm sea, sailing slowly toward the docks.

Reis, who was in charge of defending the area, grew vigilant. According to their prior arrangement, only two ships were supposed to arrive from Rapids Island, but now there were four.

He went to the docks, took out the telescope Ronin had given him, and tried to adjust the eyepiece to observe the ships.

’Every time I use this thing, it feels so incredible,’ he thought, filled with admiration for Ronin. ’I can’t imagine what kind of mind could invent such a miraculous device.’

However, the sight that greeted him next made him jump.

“The Ghost Head Banner! It’s the Ghost Tide Pirate Gang!”

Reis was shocked and immediately shouted, “Everyone, on alert!”

His sudden shout made the atmosphere at the construction site extremely tense. Though some of the more timid workers ran for cover, the recently trained soldiers all stepped forward, weapons in hand.

“Reis, what’s going on?”

Hammett, who had just arrived at Wubei Port with a new batch of laborers, walked over to ask about the situation.

“There are ships from the Ghost Tide Pirate Gang out there!”

Hammett was taken aback and quickly drew his longsword. “Pirates dare to attack a noble’s territory?”

They considered many possibilities, wondering if someone didn’t want Wubei Port to be successfully built.

However, a figure flew swiftly from one of the ships and landed on the dock.

“Ronning Count!”

Seeing that the newcomer was Ronin, everyone relaxed. The workers who had been preparing to flee for safety were called back to continue their work.

“My Lord, why are those two ships flying the flag of the Ghost Tide Pirate Gang?” Reis asked, confused.

Ronin briefly recounted his encounter at sea, concluding, “I want you to lead a team with Lusen to the Ghost Tide Pirate Gang’s base and eliminate them.”

Reis was stunned for a moment, then his face lit up with joy. Combat was something he loved.

“I will carry out your orders!”

Soon, the four ships sailed closer to the shore.

Under Amon’s direction, they began to dock one after another. However, the process was slow, as the length of the dock only allowed two ships to moor at a time.

“By the way, my Lord, there is something I need to report to you.”

“Go on.”

Reis said, “Tom came here two days ago. He said a letter was sent to you from Wushan Castle, asking you to go to Wushan Town upon your return.”

Only then did Ronin’s attention shift from the docking ships.

Ever since the last incident, Ronin had permitted Elron to check some of the letters sent to the territory in his absence.

“To Wushan Town, not Wushan Castle?”

“Yes. At the time, I also subconsciously thought Tom had misspoken, but he confirmed the letter said to go to Wushan Town.”

Reis replied, “Also, Elron had Tom relay a message: before you go to Wushan Town, please return to Swamp Castle and bring a Strong Healing Skill Magic Scroll. Apparently, Lord Miroslav has been injured.”

Ronin understood. ’Lurans is probably already in Wushan Town. That’s why he wants me to go there too.’

’It seems the Old Dean really was attacked.’

Not long ago, Ronin had learned from Lurans that the Old Dean might be attacked by Black Python City.

At the time, lacking direct evidence, Lurans could only use the opportunity to put pressure on Black Python City.

Now that Miroslav had returned injured, it indirectly confirmed that Lurans’s suspicions were likely correct.

If Ossen and his men had truly attacked Miroslav openly, now that the victim himself was present, the Hyde Clan could not escape the blame.

After all, the Old Dean’s status was nothing like Ronin’s back when he was made the Baron of Mountain Forest Town. The man’s status, strength, background, and the Energy he could mobilize were all far greater than Ronin’s had been at the time.

Therefore, even though both were assassination attempts, the way this one would be handled was completely different.

Most importantly, Lurans had recovered from his injuries, and he wanted to make a move against the Hyde Clan.

Under these circumstances, if Ossen and the others didn’t make the choice to sacrifice a pawn to save the king—and even chose to openly defy him—then the Hyde Clan’s title of Count would likely be revoked.

“My Lord, things haven’t been very peaceful lately. Is Wushan Territory going to war again?” Reis asked.

“Perhaps.”

Ronin didn’t give a definitive answer; after all, it wasn’t yet clear if a war would actually break out.

“I’m leaving things here to you. Give the lumber on the ships to Amon, and let the workers who know how to build ships get started.”

The roar of Carlos shook the heavens. Ronin leaped onto his back and sped toward Swamp Castle.

Reis watched the black dot gradually disappear into the sky, his heart filled with yearning. “It must be nice to have a flying mount!”

He snapped back to his senses. Regardless of whether war would break out in Wushan Territory, Ronin had already given him his orders. His battlefield was the sea.

「Wushan Town」

Today, the small town welcomed a special guest—the master of Wushan Territory, Lurans.

To be honest, Melonika was extremely surprised when the Marquis arrived in Wushan Town riding his Thunderbolt Wind Chasing Beast.

’Lurans didn’t even come to witness the founding of the Wushan Extraordinary Academy, but now Miroslav’s serious injury has brought the Marquis here personally?’

’Is their friendship that deep, or does Miroslav’s safety directly affect the Marquis?’

The answer was neither.

“My Lord, have you truly recovered?”

The usually composed Melonika was a little emotional. He felt as if he was once again seeing the formidable Thunderbolt Marquis of old.

Lurans nodded. “How are the preparations for the Knight Order?”

Melonika immediately reported, “The supplies are ready, and we have chosen a garrison point on the border of the Count’s Domain. We can attack at any time on your command.”

Lurans nodded slightly. “It’s too early to attack.”

Although his and Kabil’s Knight Orders were ready, Toru’s and Sandro’s forces had not yet arrived.

Most importantly, the Mages from the Silva Magic Energy Chamber of Commerce had not yet reached Wushan Town either.

“My Lord, are we really going to war with Black Python City?” Melonika asked.

War breaking out between a Lord and his Vassal was a rare event.

Lurans narrowed his eyes. “That will depend on Ossen’s and Barrington’s choice.”

“They’ve surely caught wind of your and Kabil’s movements, as well as the mobilization of the Wushan Territory’s Knight Order. Before we make our move, he has plenty of time to consider how to face this and make a choice. But as of now, they have offered no direct response.”

He snorted in displeasure. “Does he really think he’s invincible just because he’s recovered and has two Meteor Knights? Heh. Even if I and the people from the Magic Energy Chamber of Commerce didn’t participate in this battle, Black Python City would still be no match for Wushan Castle!”

Ronin and his Knights were Lurans’s greatest trump card.

“You have already been merciful enough with Ossen.”

Melonika said, “I hope they do not squander the time you have given them.”

“Enough about them.”

Lurans habitually leaned on his cane. “Come, take me to see Miroslav. I want to see how badly that old friend of mine is hurt.”