CHAPTER 542: CHAPTER 488: NATION DESTROYER GALLIOT?_2

However, the words spoken showed not a shred of gentleness; as the strongest in the Pirate Alliance, Anita boldly took on the role of commander.

"First squad, single-column formation, Venus, Iron Bone, Gladiator, Wrestler, Rowing Song...

Second squad, single-column formation, Trout, Sailor, Cyan-eyed Eagle, Long Cannon, Oak Barrel...."

Under the command of Bess aboard, the Mind Network had already connected the captains of the pirate ships, transforming what had been a disorganized mess into a cohesive whole.

That feeling was as if the pirates were already using RPG rockets, while the regular army was still using small handguns.

Soon.

Centered on the Venus, two long arms extended, forming a line formation most conducive to the broadside cannons’ firepower, wherein the "Dragon Cavalry" lineup was noticeably stronger than that of a rabble force.

"Fire!"

Lethal flames erupted.

The roaring cannon fire chiefly targeted the sea’s defenses, port facilities, garrison barracks... yet mercifully spared the various merchant ships docked in the harbor.

Those were already the pirates’ spoils of war.

Even if the quality of equipment varied, and the fleet’s volley was not orderly, its power was nevertheless not to be underestimated.

When the news of the Invincible Fleet’s defeat reached the New Continent instantly, Anita immediately understood what Aiven had done by going to the Southern Continent.

Aside from a sense of fear and anger, she promptly contacted the Anti-Hilus Alliance, the neutral pirates in Sunken Ship Bay, and the aborigines who held deep grievances against Hilus, in the capacity of Deputy Commander of the Dragon Cavalry.

After explaining the current situation, the pirates, being a group inherently driven by fame and profit, were quick to rally and share in the grand venture now that someone was leading the charge.

In the past, every time the Great Treasure Fleet set sail, it was surrounded by so many "hyenas" looking to take advantage of the situation—wasn’t that precisely for this? This time, knowing Hilus had suffered a significant defeat and was internally vulnerable, they would be thoroughly incompetent pirates if they didn’t act.

Thus, Anita capitalized on the situation to rally the pirate core strength and exert a hard-hitting blow!

So.

It was confirmed that the "Guard Commander" of the Great Knight Adonis Aston, along with the escort fleet withdrawn from various colonies, would still take at least three days to arrive.

With the assistance of the Mind Network, they dispersed across the sea, avoiding the cruise ships Hilus had deployed in the Golden Sea, but converged simultaneously outside Dios Port.

If this battle were fought beautifully, the third pole of the Golden Sea could swiftly and logically rise!

The era of three kings vying for supremacy might begin here.

....

Thud, thud.. thud...

Barefoot, stepping to the drumbeats, a group of black pearls with skin smooth and glossy as satin, wearing colorful skirts, danced in a way full of primal charm; were it not for their indescribable looks in the eyes of Aiven and Ilvendi, the dance would indeed be delightful to watch.

The Tulip representative’s contact with the Oyo Tribe went very smoothly, one could say it was instant understanding.

Located in the north of Dahomey, the Oyo Tribe had been trading through Ajase Port (Porto Novo) with Old Continent merchants for two hundred years, chiefly with the commerce-based Heimar Desert Kingdom.

The tribe wasn’t isolated from the outside world. In fact, the priests of the Creator Kabil worshipped within the tribe not only passed down knowledge but most were also proficient in multiple Old Continent languages.

The colonizers had been on the Southern Continent for two hundred years, and they clearly knew who was the strongest among these Nimansite People. Despite envying the fortune and prosperity of neighboring Dahomey, they were powerless under Hilus’ protection.

Now, with sudden changes, Hilus—reputed as the world’s strongest nation—suffered defeat?

And the victors, the Tulip, were willing to give them a chance to replace Dahomey? How could Abiodun, as the chieftain, refuse?

Since Hilus had already broken the Pope’s Contract first, it was only fair for Tulip to turn their back.

Accompanied by Aiven, Ilvendi had already made a pact with Abiodun as the alliance representative, promising to send some officers and a few elite troops to assist the Oyo Tribe in completely destroying Dahomey.

The banquet was filled with joy and laughter from both sides.

However, standing next to two of the Oyo Tribe’s unique Extraordinary Professions, the Yoruba Heavy Swordsmen, Abiodun noticed the discomfort of the duo toward the most beautiful dancers in the nation. Mistaking their reserve for shyness, he laughed heartily and said:

"Hahaha, esteemed guests, these beautiful dancers are all slaves conquered by Oyo. You may enjoy them at leisure when you rest later; no need to be formal."

"Ahem, ahem, ahem... ahem, ahem, ahem..."

A Titled Knight, choked on fruit wine, nearly met his end on the spot.

"Chieftain, we appreciate it, truly."

With the alliance confirmed, they offered quick apologies and hastily made their escape.

On the way, Aiven pondered over another issue.

The "Voodoo Sect" originated from the Dahomey Kingdom in the Benin Region.

Although they worship a "God" and superficially seem like a religious group, in essence, they are a relatively primitive Black Wizard organization.

Because this "God," in essence, is neither a deity of the Demigod or True God type found in the civilized world, nor a High-tier Natural Spirit bound to the land like those of the New Continent.

Instead, it’s an assumed Mysterious Source akin to a Wizard School!

Typically, when a Wizard School assumes a Mysterious Source, it’s an unconscious set of rules, but the founders of the Voodoo Sect, for some unknown purpose, granted it an independent personality beyond the rules.

This is also the root of the Voodoo Sect’s worldwide influence.

Therefore, although Aiven proposed a plan, he could not ignore this intimidating force.

Fortunately, by his side was a towering golden thigh.

So he cautiously asked:

"Sword Saint, have you ever slain a Tier 4?"

Ilvendi, without any pretension, answered every question:

"During the Southern Continent’s pioneering era, no, but during the phased New Continent expansion, I’ve cut down several in our colonies. Why?"

"Then there’s nothing to worry about."

Aiven silently praised, "What a big shot," realizing that with this Titled Knight’s involvement, Dahomey’s top-level forces were no longer a threat. Perhaps after resolving the upper echelon’s forces, the Oyo Tribe would manage to handle the Dahomey Kingdom themselves.

This was likely his initial intention for coming to the Southern Continent personally.

After a brief pause, Ilvendi, walking ahead, said very casually:

"Aiven, you may serve as the alliance’s commander in this war, or you might call it a Nation Destroyer!

Though you’ve embarked on a path different from a knight’s, the destination is the same, and perhaps through this you may glimpse the path ahead."

"Nation Destroyer?"

Aiven was momentarily stunned.

In the world he came from, bearing a title associated with nation destruction would certainly be considered terrible. However, in this world where the strong prey on the weak, it’s one of the most prestigious titles.

Compared to it, a Dragon Slayer seems exceedingly trivial.

If advancing via the orthodox knight path to a titled rank allows one to gain power through their name, "Nation Destroyer" would undoubtedly confer an indescribable advantage on its bearer!