Protect Our Clan Leader

Chapter 411: Chapter 96: You Must Be Cautious When Running a Dungeon_1

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The days flew by in a hurry.

Unconsciously, everything was already in place.

On the grand and vast Eastern Sea.

A large sail merchant ship, departed from the well-known Donghaei port, forging through the waves towards the deep sea.

This merchant ship, a brand new ocean vessel funded by the Chen Clan and the In-Laws Alliance, had an incredibly sturdy structure. Many essential elements like the ship’s ribs, boards, and masts were crafted from thousand-year-old spiritual oak.

As such, the total cost of the ship exceeded ten thousand Qian Gold.

The effect is also evident. The ship is like a sturdy fortress on the sea that can expel Level Five fierce beasts and withstand medium-sized storms.

This ship is a luxurious merchant vessel built at Wang Shouzhe’s request. It usually operates in commercial fleets, but when needed by important family members, it can be reallocated with a heads-up.

In addition, Wang Shouzhe also brought the Water Elemental Turtle. In case of adversity, he could ride the turtle to escape, or hide underwater to avoid unmanageable storms.

The salt concentration of the seawater is not particularly problematic for the Level Three Spirit Beast, the Water Elemental Turtle. After a slight adjustment, it can balance the osmotic pressure difference between fresh and saltwater. Despite this, the turtle always showed a clear distaste for seawater.

Furthermore.

At Wang Shouzhe’s request, Fang Youan borrowed a Level Four Zhu Topecrane from the Academic Palace. It was well-fed on the ship, ready to be of use at crucial times.

However, it’s not a good idea to let a spirit bird flying carriage rove freely above the boundless ocean. Firstly, the ocean is full of hurricanes, which could mislead even a Level Four Zhu Topecrane. Secondly, it could unintentionally attract a Level Five flying fierce beast, which would pose a problem.

The more unfamiliar the route, the more careful one must be.

On the spacious deck at the bow of the ship.

Wang Shouzhe and others gathered here, enjoying the sea breeze and marveling at the vast ocean.

“Husband, this is my first time seeing the real ocean.” Liu Ruolan sighed as she observed the endless sea. Her emotions surged, leading her to exclaim, “It’s just like how it’s described in the books—the ocean, it’s so vast, it’s all water.”

Being an elemental water spiritual body, the water element Qi was naturally attracted to her, and she increasingly cherished water. To her, water seemed as if it had life.

Err… Wang Shouzhe hesitated at her choice of words, but he showed a look of admiration on his face, “My wife’s description plainly presents a timeless truth. It notably highlights the two most important aspects of the ocean—’vast’ and ‘all water’. Indeed brilliant!”

“Only my husband understands me.”

“Oh no, it’s just because my wife is too excellent.”

Longyan Old Ancestor, standing nearby, twitched at the corner of her mouth. Not willing to hear more, she used her Mysterious Energy to seal her ears.

This couple, no matter when and where, always flaunted their affection. Their child was already over ten years old, yet they still acted the same. Were they taking advantage of her lack of love experience as an old ancestor?

This…

Beichen Old Ancestor, Fang Youan, and little sister Green Fern were different.

They all had their eyes wide open, feeling as if their goosebumps dropped to the ground. Could they keep their affections private? Could they be a little more considerate of others?

“Senior Brother Yu An.” Green Fern shuddered and said, “Is this the state of married humans? Too terrifying, I initially wanted to experiment with marriage…”

Fang Youan nearly stumbled, thinking that Green Fern wasn’t less terrifying. Could marriage also be experimented with?

He immediately began brainwashing Green Fern with a correct life view, “Not all spouses are so… ‘loving’. However, as direct disciples of the Academic Palace, we should be responsible for the world’s security, so it’s better not to have marriages. Married life is too boring.”

Wang Shouzhe shot him a glance.

Senior brother Yu An, this was obviously a single dog mindset. It was just sour grapes.

After a while of affectionate playfulness with his wife, Liu Ruolan, Wang Shouzhe sent her back to rest, not allowing her to be exposed to the sea breeze for too long.

After that, he took out a jug of Spiritual Wine, arranged for a table to be brought over, and invited Beichen Old Ancestor, Fang Youan, Green Fern, and Longyan Old Ancestor to sit down and drink with him.

Fang Youan took a huge gulp of Spiritual Wine. His eyes on Wang Shouzhe were somewhat desolate, as if holding some resentment.

“Why the grim look, Brother Yu An? With your handsome looks, there must be no shortage of junior sisters pursuing you.” Wang Shouzhe said seriously, “But till now, Brother Yu An, at over one hundred and fifty years old, still remains single. There can only be one explanation.”

“What explanation?” Green Fern’s younger sister perked up, her eyes twinkling with the light of gossip, “Tell us quickly, Shouzhe junior brother.”

At this moment, not just Green Fern, even Longyan Old Ancestor sat up straight, tilting her ears as if she was somewhat interested.

Beichen Old Ancestor, meanwhile, pretended to drink while pricking up his ears.

“Brother Yu An must have a woman he likes, and she must be an exceptional woman.” Wang Shouzhe analyzed seriously, “There is even a high possibility that she is so outstanding that Brother Yu An feels inadequate for her.”