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Chapter 103 Your Good Days Are Coming
On the Golden Dream.
Lorne is currently learning a new course with Captain Edwina.
However, unlike before, today's class did not go very smoothly.
"Brando, you seem quite resistant to ritual magic," Edwina said to Lorne, who was fiddling with occult materials, while holding a document in her hand.
"Um……"
"Captain, I've discovered that many ritual magics require prayers to the gods..." Lorne stopped what he was doing and asked in confusion.
"That's the essence of ritual magic," Edwina explained. "Most rituals borrow power from higher beings to accomplish things that are normally impossible."
"Compared to all sorts of evil gods, righteous gods are much more reliable."
"Hmm..." Lorne responded, speaking in a half-serious, half-joking tone:
"Actually... I've never believed in the existence of gods."
"Of course, that was my thought before I became an Extraordinary."
"Why?" Edwina asked curiously.
"It's just that I feel special..." Lorne deliberately put on a thoughtful look.
"After all, everyone has their own beliefs, right...?"
"I'm sorry, God of Steam and Machinery..." Lorne apologized to the original owner of this body in his heart.
The real reason is actually quite easy to understand. As a time traveler, Lorne had some resistance to various rituals that required praying to the gods.
Although he wasn't sure if this simple magic would expose him, he was definitely annoyed.
But this reason cannot be stated openly...
Upon hearing this, Edwina glanced at Lorne thoughtfully a few times, "So you now believe in the existence of gods."
"But... are they still atheists?"
"More or less..." Lorne said casually.
"Faith itself is not a bad thing; it can give you immense courage in crucial moments." Edwina had no intention of delving into Lorne's past.
She glanced at Lorne: "Knowledge doesn't reject anyone..."
"You could try believing in a righteous god; it might bring you new insights into life."
"Hmm... the god of knowledge and wisdom would be quite good."
God of knowledge and wisdom? Is he trying to preach to me?
However, at least I've never heard any bad rumors about the followers of the god of knowledge and wisdom... Lorne recalled the information in his mind.
"I'll consider it." Lorne, currently living under someone else's roof, didn't rule out the possibility of a no-brainer.
"Knock knock knock!"
Just then, someone knocked on the door of the storage room.
"captain!"
"Please come in."
"Flower Bow Tie" Jodson pushed open the door, quickly walked to Edwina's side, and whispered in her ear, "Captain, those people are here."
"I understand." Edwina nodded gently upon hearing this.
"As before, go and tell everyone to get things ready. I'll be there shortly."
"Oh, by the way, regarding the key that was salvaged earlier, tell everyone not to make a fuss about it," Edwina said, remembering something.
"Hmm." Jodson nodded, indicating that he understood.
Before leaving, he glanced at Lorne, his expression slightly furrowed.
"What happened?" Lorne asked curiously, seeing Edwina's reaction.
He added as soon as he finished speaking:
"Of course, if there's anything you'd rather not say, just pretend I didn't ask..."
Edwina shook her head slightly and said, "It's nothing, just that the traders came."
"A trader?" Lorne asked, slightly surprised.
"That's right, they are a group of maritime merchants who travel between various seas and trade with adventurers or pirates."
"Their main role is to help us handle treasures obtained through adventures and to exchange intelligence."
"Due to their relatively neutral stance, they maintain good relations with various factions."
So that's how it is... It's just a black market at sea, and they even offer door-to-door service. The world is truly full of wonders.
Lorne gained a deeper understanding of the sea once again.
……
A ship resembling a small passenger ferry was slowly approaching the Golden Dream. Several sailors in black uniforms skillfully and swiftly erected the gangway.
The sailors of the Golden Dream were used to this and went about their work. Only a few newcomers peeked out curiously, but were quickly pulled back to their tasks by the veteran sailors.
"Should I step aside?" Lorne and Edwina also came onto the deck.
"No need, just keep quiet." Edwina walked toward the gangway.
"Long time no see, Ms. Edwards."
Several people in black uniforms walked towards us from the gangway.
The middle-aged man at the head of the group removed his hat and bowed. He was wearing a well-tailored black overcoat with a silver badge on his collar, making him look more like a banker than a captain.
"You too, Mr. Victor," Edwina replied politely.
After exchanging a few polite words, the two got down to business.
"Will it be the same as before this time?"
"That's right."
……
Soon, the crews on both sides began to move, and the sailors in black uniforms started to move the cargo.
Lorne leaned against the mast and roughly observed that most of the items were food, wine barrels, and other supplies.
Meanwhile, on the Golden Dream, Edwina personally took out a small wooden box and handed it to the man named Victor.
Lorne couldn't tell what was inside, but judging from the ancient patterns on the box, it was probably some artifacts obtained through adventure.
……
"Hurry up, unload the goods." Danitz was directing his sailors to move the goods they had acquired in exchange.
"You're working really hard!"
"Of course, wait!"
"Shit! What are you doing here!" Danitz looked at Lorne, who had suddenly jumped up behind him, in surprise.
"Can't I just come to see you, boss?" Lorne teased.
Uh… Danitz’s lips twitched for a long time without any reaction.
What mischief is this guy up to now...?
"That ship seems to have come here many times?" Lorne asked curiously.
Danitz snapped out of his daze. "Victor's merchant ships have been operating in these waters for over a decade, and they frequently come to trade with us."
"It is said that even the navies of various countries have to give him some face."
To be able to do such a thing so openly, they must have the support of a powerful force behind them, and their own strength must be quite good. Otherwise, in such a dangerous environment at sea, these caravans would be sitting ducks.
"By the way, Danitz, didn't you want me to leave...?" Lorne brought up the topic again.
"No, no, no, it's none of my business how long you want to stay." Danitz waved his hands frantically, the scene of Lorne "talking" to him earlier still vivid in his mind.
"Don't get excited," Lorne said with an embarrassed smile. Although he liked to tease Danitz, he still considered him a friend.
"Don't worry... I'll leave after the course ends. Your good days are coming."