In the smelly and dark bottom of the ship, a girl in a cotton dress stood by a table that was temporarily put together with a few small planks and carefully explained some details.
Her expression was serious, and her words were very persuasive. Gradually, the people around her had some hope in their eyes.
Two tall guards stood behind her with their hands on the hilts of their swords, and they cautiously glanced around.
If anyone dared to disrespect Ms. Lola, they would kill him at any time.
In fact, only about three-quarters of the people in the bottom of the ship were slaves, and the remaining one-fourth were the sailors on the ship!
They were plotting something big, a plot about how to overthrow Captain George.
And Ms. Lola was the key to everything.
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Little Tuck stood aside in a daze. Ever since he was caught on the slave ship, he actually had many ways to escape.
After all, as a Halfling Thief, he was far more flexible than human beings could imagine, and he was also very good at sneaking.
If he wanted to leave, he could have done it a long time ago.
But this time, he did not leave.
Last time, he said that he would protect Lola, but he left her alone, which made him feel very humiliated. The young Halfling began to understand something.
Even as a Thief, sometimes, he had to stand up and protect his friends.
So, he simply followed Lola on the slave ship and secretly protected her.
The shackles on the common slaves were too ridiculous in the eyes of the little Halfling.
Old Tuck had taught him how to deal with the stupid things invented by human beings. After all, the old Halfling was also a habitual thief when he was young, and he had been locked up in many places like the Black Dungeon, the Water Dungeon, and even the horrible Sky Cage.
The reason why he could survive was that he was very good at breaking out of prison.
Little Tuck had inherited his ability, so it was easy for him to deal with the shackles on the Southern.
However, he did not expect that when he broke out of his cell and sneaked to the place where the women were locked up, Lola was already followed by two sailors on duty!
At that time, he thought that they were going to hurt her … Later, it turned out that the little Halfling was overthinking.
Once again, Lola used her top-level deception ability to instigate the two sailors who had been very dissatisfied with Captain George to defect.
As for the conditions, they were all empty promises, and the higher the conditions, the better.
In Fernand's world, the captain of a ship represented the law. Sailors could vote for the captain they wanted, but some things could not be changed. A powerful captain would be feared by most people, and thus get more votes.
Generally speaking, things like overthrowing the captain's rule could only be done on a pirate ship. Although the Southernmost was a slave ship and didn't mind robbing occasionally, it wasn't completely a pirate ship.
Once these people really overthrew Captain George who had the approval of the White Elephant Chamber of commerce and the southern wizards, they would have nowhere to go. They would wander on the sea, and no port would receive them -- they would be met only by the gallows and the sentinels.
However, in Lola's words, none of this was a problem.
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"Are you still worried about the future? Come on, Captain George doesn't even treat you as humans! "
I can be your guarantor and let the freed Southern join the White River Valley. "
"You have heard the legend of the new port, right? Once it is developed, it will be the Sword Port of the South! "
"You will join the White River Valley and become the first fleet under Ma Wen's command. You will become a normal commercial ship, and you will not have to sell slaves, which is against your conscience."
"You can get a higher salary. Of course, you deserve it. The White River Valley is a thriving and developing territory. "
"Hey, have you heard of the Wilderness Expansion Order? With the Wilderness Expansion Order, Lord Marvin has immunity from all charges. "
"I dare say he must be looking for me everywhere. My guarantee is definitely very effective. "
"What are you hesitating for? Convince your friends. Tomorrow night, we will take action. "
The target of her deception was none other than the sailors on duty.
Although they were tempted by Lola's words, they were still hesitant.
"I have heard of Baron Ma Wen's name. He is now a popular figure in Gem Bay. If we take the ship and join him, he should be able to pardon us. "
A thin sailor on duty said cautiously.
The rest of them remained silent.
After all, there were a few who were clear-headed and would not risk their lives against the captain with just a few words from Lola.
Although they were all single men with no worries, there were still many factors to consider.
For example, a strong man with a bare upper body stood out and looked at Lola coldly.
"First, we are on the dock and not at sea. Rebellion will be easily discovered."
"Secondly, even if we convince some of our brothers, there are still many who stand on the captain's side. We are alone. Rebellion? Treason required murder! Who do we rely on? Do we rely on you unarmed slaves? The crew head is not someone to be trifled with. He is a Grade 3 expert! And the first mate and captain. "
"Thirdly, I still have my doubts about the credibility of your words. Will Lord Ma Wen care about a little girl like you? To be honest, your looks are not bad. Otherwise, you would not be imprisoned here as a high-level slave. But to say that you are the commercial director of the White River Valley, that is a bit too much. "
"Don't tell me that the little Halfling can guarantee it. I have never believed the words of the Halfling. "
As soon as these words came out, it immediately dispelled the thoughts in the hearts of many sailors.
This strong man was the ship's second mate. Although he had long had the intention to rebel, he had been secretly recruiting people and did not take action.
Although Lola's words were very tempting, he had already considered many factors and would not be fooled by a few words.
As soon as he said so.
The burning desire and greed that had been stirred up by Lola immediately began to slowly fade.
Lola saw that the situation was not good and wanted to continue.
Who would have thought that at this moment, the lower cabin door would suddenly open!
A few sailors who were not on duty walked in stiffly.
Everyone's expression changed!
"Damn it! Weren't you in the boatswain's cabin? "
The second mate's face was livid. He suddenly pulled out a thin sword and pointed it at the people who came. "Damn it, I didn't want to rebel, but now I have no choice …"
The situation at the bottom of the cabin suddenly became tense.
Lola was so scared that she immediately shrank back. She pulled little Tuck and said, "You must protect me this time!"
The little Halfling nodded resolutely.
The two strong sailors who had been completely brainwashed by Lola also pulled out their longswords and protected Miss Lola.
Most of the slaves, on the other hand, hid in the corner in panic, for fear of being caught in the crossfire.
However, at this time, one of the sailors suddenly said, "Don't be nervous."
"We're with you."
The second mate sneered and said, "Is that so? I have been secretly persuading you for three months, but you still sided with the boatswain. "
"Now you say that you are with us? Who will believe you?"
The next second, his longsword stabbed forward like a poisonous snake.
Since he had already been discovered, there was no room for maneuver!
He was also a cruel and merciless person. He attacked when he said he would!
However, at this time, a black shadow was suddenly thrown down from the bottom of the cabin.
Everybody was stunned and stared at the shadow.
The shadow rolled on the ground for a few times. Finally, under the dim light, everybody saw its true appearance!
It was a head.
"The boatswain!" one of the sailors exclaimed in a low voice.
Everybody looked at each other in bewilderment.
The boatswain, who had always been arrogant in front of them, now only had a bald head rolling on the dirty wood of the bottom of the cabin.
It caught them off guard.
Even the usually shrewd second mate was a bit stunned.
At this time, a faint voice came from above. "I am Ma Wen from the White River Valley."
"It seems that the boatswain you speak of isn't that powerful."
The next second, Ma Wen suddenly jumped down from above and landed steadily on the bottom of the cabin.
"Lola?" he asked.
With his night vision, he clearly saw the little girl hiding behind the two big men.
When the latter saw Ma Wen, she was stunned at first and then extremely surprised. She did not know where she got the strength to push the two big men away.
"Don't block the way, my boss is here!"
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Baron Ma Wen from the White River Valley!
Everyone looked at Ma Wen in awe!
The current Ma Wen was a rather famous character on the east coast. His legend level soared. With the addition of the Wilderness Expansion Order, it seemed that even the wood elves had spread the news that he had fought side by side with the son of Elven King.
This was the benefit of having a high legend level.
A person's reputation and the shadow of a tree were all things that could be seen.
"I just passed by the boatswain's cabin and saw them playing cards. I asked who the boatswain was and then brought it over."
Ma Wen pointed at the head on the ground and said with a smile, "Now, do you have any concerns?"
Everyone slowly shook their heads.
The second mate said in a deep voice, "Are you really Lord Ma Wen? If you can really pardon us for our crimes, we will do it today! "
Ma Wen said with a smile, "Do you have a way out?"
The second mate was instantly speechless. He had wanted to ask for more chips, but he was blocked by Ma Wen's words.
"There are about two more experts on the ship."
"I'll leave the first mate to you. Is it okay to leave the captain to me? "
Ma Wen asked as he stared at the second mate.
After learning that the Southerner had taken Lola, he made up his mind. He would not tolerate those who deserved to be killed.
That ship, he was determined to get it!
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