After obtaining his best answer, Sheyan nodded his head in satisfaction. Like petting a dog, he patted Black Widow's head. Then, he fetched a bottle of rum for Black Widow to drink, before standing up and walking out. Watching their departing backs, Black Widow's slender eyes revealed a trace of malice.
Yet at this moment, Sheyan abruptly turned back and smiled towards the timid Black Widow.
"I know, you must hate us to death, right?"
Black Widow shook her head repeatedly and cried.
"I'll answer whatever you ask, and I'm definitely not lying to you!"
Sheyan smiled and replied.
"Yes, I believe that you're not lying to me. You're telling the truth. Truthfully speaking, you're rather scheming. Yet, you didn't inform me that those gypsies are definitely dangerous. You enticed me with the idea of selling them for 2-3 times the price, hoping that I would seek them out and perish there, right? "
Black Widow's face instantly turned green. He was still struggling in despair.
"I didn't, I really didn't!"
Sheyan squinted his eyes and laughed. In the present world, he had the same expression when he saw a net full of jumping fishes.
"Are all the pirates of Tortuga fools? If you can earn more money, why not buy directly from the gypsies? Do they have to let those big shops make a profit? The only explanation is, only those major shops possess the strength and confidence to trade with the gypsies, and prevent themselves from being cheated! "
Sheyan then said to Black Widow calmly.
"Although you have bad intentions, I'll leave your corpse intact since you did provide me with information."
The Black Widow's eyes were about to pop out of their sockets.
"You will die a horrible death!"
Canbi directly charged forward, before grabbing him by the chin and twisting it. Kacha! Effortlessly and delightfully, he snapped that brat's neck. The four of them swaggered off, and not a single customer came out to stop them.
But at this moment, the four of them received another notification.
"You killed Barbossa's subordinates in Tortuga, and plundered Barbossa's stores."
"Your relationship with Barbossa has turned into that of mortal enemies."
"Hidden Main Quest: Curse has been triggered."
[Mission description: Barbossa and his incomparably savage underlings are currently the crew of the Black Pearl. They are constantly considering how to dispel the curse on their bodies, and how to collect the gold coins scattered throughout the caribbean sea. That's why I don't have the time to find trouble with you. However, it wouldn't be long before the curse on the Black Pearl would be lifted. Therefore, you must prepare to face the pursuit of the sailors of the Black Pearl. "
[Mission objective: Secretly obtain an Aztec gold coin that caused the curse on the Black Pearl, so that Barbossa is unable to dispel his own curse.]
[Note: You must hold onto this Aztec Gold Coin for at least 3 days. After 3 days, every additional day will increase the mission completion evaluation. The limit is 1 week.]
[Mission completion deadline: 1 month. After reaching the mission deadline, you can use 10000 utility points per day to purchase an additional mission completion deadline. However, it can only be extended by 7 days. After 7 days, you will be declared a complete failure.]
[Mission failure punishment: You will be pursued by the pirates of the Black Pearl for a week. Furthermore, your earnings in this world will be deducted.]
[Warning: Your current mission may conflict with the missions of other contestants.]
*****
"It's here!" Sheyan exclaimed in his heart. This was indeed an exceedingly difficult mission, and was indeed worthy of a 'B +' grade. Based on the current timeline, the Aztec Gold Coins were stored in only 2 places in this world.
Most of the Aztec Gold Coins were stored in the chests of Barbossa's lair, Treasure Island. As for the other Aztec Gold Coin, it was kept by the governor's daughter, Elizabeth.
If an outsider wished to enter Barbossa's lair, Treasure Island, the quickest and most convenient method would be to obtain that mystical item in Jack Sparrow's possession – the 'Compass Needle'. The difficulty of that was needless to say.
Moreover, subduing a beautiful woman like Elizabeth and obtaining the Aztec Gold Coin might seem harmless to humans and beasts. However, one mustn't forget this phrase – Men conquer the world, women conquer men.
This beautiful governor's daughter had only subdued two individuals. The formidable pirate's son, the future captain of the Flying Dutchman, Will Turner.
The soon-to-be Commodore, Captain Norrington.
The former excelled in solo combat, while the latter excelled in ganging up … … .if anyone dared to conspire against her. These two individuals could very possibly join forces to inflict unbearable pain upon one.
"Oh, damn it." Brother Black shrugged his shoulders and appeared to have a huge reaction. "This is truly bad news. However, the good news is that we don't have to rush for time. Let those gypsies go to hell."
"No." Sheyan abruptly interjected. "It is precisely because of this, that we must seek them out!"
After such a ruckus, time became even more pressing. At present, several merchant ships were continuously docking at the port, causing the human traffic in Tortuga to surge even more violently. The four contestants hastily squeezed through the crowd, as they strove to rush towards a nearby hillside.
Over there, they could see caravans decorated with multicolored hues, unique pointed tents, and intensely bohemian ornaments. Blazing bonfires illuminated their surroundings, while several individuals were busily transporting various items. Numerous females were mixed within, wearing headscarves and veils of various colors.
One could tell that most of the gypsy males didn't seem to be living well. They wore ragged and tattered trousers that were usually grey or maroon in colour, with scabies exposed in certain areas. Thick ropes hung from their shoulders, dragging them forcefully.
To these males, once they passed the age of 30, their external appearance would enter the age range of 60. Hence, it was extremely difficult to accurately determine their age. Their heads were usually covered with brown woolen hats or stained felt hats. However, once they removed their hats, they would reveal large patches of baldness due to the lack of vitamins. Their sunken eye sockets indicated that their nutritional status wasn't too good.
Evidently, from the current situation, it was already fortunate that the pirates of Tortuga didn't bully these gypsies. Sheyan couldn't discern anything that could instill fear in the pirates. However, if the dangers were laid out in the open, then the threat wouldn't be too great. Hence, Sheyan heightened his vigilance.
At this moment, Sheyan suddenly recalled the crystal ball Zi had previously used in battle. That object could predict the next few seconds of the enemy's movements. Sheyan wondered if Zi had obtained it from the gypsies. Besides, divination and crystal ball were their specialties.
At this moment, the four contestants had already entered the depths of the gypsy campsite. Canbi pulled over a ragged male and tossed him a 5 shillings silver coin. Then, he taunted.
"Hey buddy, I heard vagabonds are experienced and knowledgeable, and can appraise anything?"
That male received the silver coin and sized them up with a vigilant gaze. Then, he whispered with a hoarse voice.
"Hurry up and leave! While you guys haven't been noticed! "
While Canbi was stunned, that male had already left. When Sheyan heard that, he couldn't help but feel an intense sense of mysteriousness creeping up his back. Undoubtedly, they no longer had any leeway to turn back. After reminding Brother Black and Reef, Sheyan ordered.
"Let's go there."
At the center of the campsite, was the largest multi-colored tent. A triangular flag fluttered atop the tip of the tent. Shockingly, the flag was painted with a brightly painted clown, who was currently in an upside down posture. It was an extremely bizarre sight.
The hustle and bustle of the campsite didn't affect Sheyan's advancement in the slightest. Instead, Sheyan noticed that the surrounding gypsies were casting pitiful or sorrowful gazes at them. When they reached a distance of 20 metres from the tent, a middle-aged woman with a black headscarf walked over. She sized them up and asked.
"Outsiders, do you know you've violated our gypsy customs? What are you doing here?"
Thus, Canbi repeated his previous conversation. The middle-aged woman replied emotionlessly.
"Wait here."
As she spoke, she turned and entered the tent. Soon after, she exited from the tent and coldly declared.
"Jiejie (A respectful term for a leader among the gypsies, similar to Boss or President) says I shall be the one to receive you."
Sheyan and the rest only wished to smoothly complete the main mission, and didn't bother about such a slighted behavior. They had already clearly explained the previous matters to Canbi. Thus, they pursed their lips and allowed Canbi to deal with the gypsies, while the four of them observed silently.
Canbi then fished out a tiny black pouch from his bosom and opened it. Shockingly, it contained the seeds of the Gargantuan Sargasso that Blacksail had presented to Sheyan. Under the illumination of the firelight, the surface of those seeds was unexpectedly suffused with a greenish black metallic luster; appearing exceedingly bizarre.
Sheyan had previously deduced that if the gypsies were an important segment of the hidden mission, then the items related to the Gargantuan Sargasso and that monster would very possibly be the key item to trigger the mission. Hence, he decided to test the waters with those seeds.
When the black headscarf gypsy caught sight of those seeds, her expression changed drastically as she immediately extended her hand to grab them. Canbi crudely pushed her away with a slap and viciously scolded.
"I don't think I've ever allowed you to touch them!" If you like this work, I welcome you to cast your recommendation votes or monthly votes at qidian.com. Your support is my greatest motivation.)
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