rpbooks Chapter 219: Destination: Elbaf, the Land of Giants!
Chapter 219: Destination: Elbaf, the Land of Giants!
As soon as Locke finished stating his conditions, Chen Ye nodded.
"No problem, that's the thing."
The answer was very concise, without the slightest hesitation.
The decisiveness of the decision even surprised Lox.
Lockes had prepared for a heated debate, and he had even anticipated the various exchange conditions that Chen Ye might propose, as well as how he should argue his case.
At this moment, however, all of that was stuck in his mouth, and he couldn't utter a single word.
Chen Ye's eyes were calm.
It was a calm that came from seeing through everything.
The last bit of softness and bottom line in the heart of Rocks, this sea tyrant, was thus seen through.
Chen Ye's gaze then fell on Roger, who also looked astonished.
He then added, unhurriedly.
"But didn't you already arrange for your family and clan to go to the Kingdom of Lulusia?"
This question gets straight to the heart of the matter.
"Lulucia Kingdom".
The moment the name was mentioned, Lox's shoulders, which had just relaxed, tensed up again.
But it was only for a moment.
The next second, he completely collapsed.
A long breath escaped from his chest, carrying away all pretense.
For the first time, the eyes of this maritime tycoon revealed an unconcealable weariness.
A kind of resolute exhaustion.
"That's right, that was my original plan."
Rocks' voice was a little hoarse.
"However, judging from the World Government's pursuit of God Valley, it's not enough!"
He shook his head.
He completely rejected his previous plans.
"The Kingdom of Lulucia is ultimately a member state of the World Government."
"Moreover, he is also under the surveillance of the World Government."
In his eyes, the sharpness of a strategist shone again.
"They used to be safe there because all the eyes of the World Government were on me and on the Rocks Pirates."
"But things are different now."
"But this time the World Government clearly wants to completely wipe out my David clan, and even the guy hiding behind it has joined in."
Lox's tone turned somber.
"Moreover, after the battle at God Valley, that old monster Im suffered such a huge loss, he'll go crazy."
"Once he recovers, he will definitely retaliate in the most insane way, by any means necessary."
"By then, everywhere will be a search area for the World Government."
"And the Kingdom of Lulucia might be the first to be purged."
"It's too dangerous."
His analysis was blood-soaked.
Roger listened from the side, his smile long gone.
He knew that the wrath of the world government was enough to easily wipe any country off the map.
"when!"
Rocks slammed his wine glass onto the treasure chest.
A muffled thud, as if putting an end to past plans.
He raised his head.
His gaze pierced through the cold rock walls, across the secret chamber, and reached the distant sea.
A new flame was burning in his eyes.
"Therefore, I need a place that is absolutely safe."
"A place that even the world government can't reach."
He spoke each word clearly and deliberately, his voice filled with unwavering resolve.
There is only one place.
"A kingdom of giants that has been isolated from the world since ancient times."
"Elbaf!"
"That's the best hiding place!"
"Elbaf?!"
Roger's eyes lit up when he heard the name.
That was the light that only an adventurer could feel when he heard about a new continent.
"Hahaha! Is this the legendary land of warriors? It's said that every warrior there possesses an iron-like glory!"
For Roger, Elbaf is a symbol.
Boldness, glory, and endless adventure.
Seeing Roger's excited expression, Rocks chuckled lightly, a rare occurrence, but his expression quickly darkened again.
He said this to Chen Ye and Roger, but also to himself.
He offered a deeper insurance policy.
"Yes, that's it."
"And I also have an old friend in Elbaf."
"Only by entrusting them to that person can I feel completely at ease."
This mysterious old friend, like a stone thrown into stagnant water in a secluded room, stirred up ripples.
Both Chen Ye and Roger had a more inquisitive look in their eyes.
A person whom Rocks D. Giebeck calls an old friend and whom he would entrust with his life and fortune is no small fry.
This person, who hasn't shown up yet, is a huge foreshadowing.
Chen Ye nodded.
"The glory of the giants, and their almost fanatical xenophobia, are indeed the best refuge."
"In that place, even if the World Government wants to intervene, it has to think carefully."
"Let's do it this way."
Chen Ye made the decision.
Chen Ye nodded, and only then did Locke feel a huge weight lifted from his heart.
He suddenly had a ridiculous idea.
As long as this young man agrees, this matter will definitely be accomplished.
The atmosphere in the locked room had just begun to relax.
Chen Ye's tone changed without warning.
The approval on his face disappeared.
Instead, there is a kind of scrutiny.
Those eyes locked onto Lox's face once again.
"However, I still have two questions."
This turn of events stunned both Rocks and Roger.
Chen Ye didn't give them time to react.
The first problem is like a knife, precisely stabbing the heart of the plan.
It struck at the link that relies most heavily on trust.
"Are you sure your old friend can really protect them?"
"The human heart is something that moves faster than any storm on the sea."
This question caused the color to drain from Lox's face instantly.
Then, without waiting for him to speak...
Chen Ye's second question came crashing down with immense force.
"And what about you? Your family and clan are settled, but what about you?"
Chen Ye's gaze was so sharp it could pierce a person's soul.
"What about your Rocks Pirates?"
"Although your men are a bunch of scheming individuals, there aren't many who truly follow you sincerely?"
However, your sudden disappearance could cause a huge uproar!
One question is about the human heart.
Another question is, what happens after the person disappears?
Two questions, each one incisive.
The relaxed atmosphere from just now was instantly shattered.
Chen Ye asked two of the most crucial questions.