Chapter 1060 - Bidding Farewell (2/2)

It seemed that after Thunder’s propaganda and recruitment, the team has now become a group. Roland smiled and sipped a mouthful of his tea. Thunder was without a doubt the greatest explorer in the Fjords. He was able to attract huge investments just by expressing his interest. “It seems that in a few short months, you have already mastered the steel ship.”

“This was thanks to Her Majesty Anna,” said Thunder, saluting Anna by pressing his chest, “the subsequent improvements that she made to the hull was of great help. You have to see it in person, otherwise, it would be difficult to imagine that such a large iron vessel could be nimbler than the three-masted ships.

“I’d also like to make a request.” Anna nodded and said, “This ship was only active in the Shallow Beach near the sea during the trial. If it’s possible, I hope to get a navigation report about the deep sea area. All the problems encountered should be recorded there. It is best to use Neverwinter’s new waterproof ink and a sealant bag. So even if it falls into the sea, it can be completely preserved.”

He probably did not expect her to make such a serious request so Thunder hesitated for a while before saying, “I understand. You can count on me, Your Highness.”

Roland touched Anna’s head lovingly and then looked at Thunder. “There’s also something that I would like to entrust to you.”

“I await your instruction.”

“I’d like to recruit a group of explorers.”

“Unrelated to this expedition?” Thunder quickly realized.

“Yes,” Roland put down his teacup. “I would like them to go to the Endless Cape.”

“I remember there was nothing except yellow sand and black water,” Margaret said surprisedly.

“That’s what I thought as well…” Roland shrugged. “The Endless Cape was low-risk, so there would be no need for experienced experts. So quantity would be more important than the ability.”

Seeing that he did not elaborate on the reasons, Thunder did not persist in his questioning. “There’re many people like these in the Fjords. I wonder what the rules of eligibility are…”

“None,” Roland replied. “Although we specified for an explorer, in fact, anyone can do it—whoever finds any relics in the Endless Cape will be rewarded.”

“Even if it’s only a brick of the ruin that remains?”

“Naturally, but only if it comes from the Endless Cape.” He confirmed by saying, “The more information a relic contains, the bigger the reward. The news will be valid for a long time. As long as I’m the king of Greycastle, it’ll be honored.”

“With your words as a guarantee, I’m afraid that area will be crowded in the future.” Margaret smiled and said, “I wonder if I should take the opportunity to open a tavern in Festive Harbor?”

“You would be most welcome.” Promoting the economy of the oil port was indeed one of Roland’s goals. After all, the civilization in the painting had a history of at least 1,400 years. It was still unknown if anything was left behind at all. Undoubtedly reward was a good way of recruiting explorers, and killing two birds with one stone.

“By the way, Your Majesty,” said Thunder, “since the steel ship has passed the sea test and is officially put into use, does it have a name yet?”

“Of course, I intend to call it the Snow Breeze.”

“The Snow Breeze…?” The explorer pondered for a moment. “Surely it’s a good name, but wouldn’t that be too soft, and not fit for its steel body?”

“Both rigid and soft combined is the best way,” Roland could not help raising his lips. “More importantly, this name implies auspiciousness and will surely bring you good luck this time.”