As the baldy spoke, he climbed up the lifeboat left behind by the trio. Of course, there wasn't a single soul on board. However, his dispirited mood was instantly replaced by a pleasant surprise. This was because he happily discovered that the stone chest containing the Aztec gold was overturned in the middle of the deck of the lifeboat. The surroundings were a mess with bloodstains, and within the stone chest, there were numerous glittering cursed gold coins.
"Woah woah! Looks like there's some internal strife among the enemy, they abandoned the gold coins and fled before we arrived! "
The baldy exclaimed in pleasant surprise.
"Hurry and report this good news to the captain. Now, we have to bring this lifeboat to the Black Pearl."
Amidst the pleasant surprise of the pirates, even the most meticulous individuals would place their attention on the stone chest. After obtaining the gold coins so easily, they would assume that the enemy had laid a malicious trap on the chest or the gold coins.
Because of that, no one noticed a shadowy figure sticking to the bottom of the lifeboat like a specter. His fingers dug deep into the wood of the boat. Then, this specter-like shadow naturally followed their movements, stealthily arriving beside the Black Pearl. When no one noticed, he stuck close to the bottom of the Black Pearl! Looking like a bizarre leech, this person was indeed Sheyan!
Soon after, that chest of cursed Aztec gold was carried before Barbossa. This wily and ambitious old fox gazed at the chest thoughtfully, before grabbing the gold coins within. Then, he allowed the gold coins to slip through the gaps between his fingers.
"I can sense that those bastards who stole our gold coins have already ascended to land and are swiftly fleeing. If that's the case, we have to chase after them. They are like a pack of crafty foxes, but I am the best hunter! I will personally ascend to land and pursue them. Canon, come with me. "
Canon, who was called by Barbossa, was a black man. He was very tall and strong. His body was naked, and there were light brown thumb-sized things in his eye sockets and on the surface of his body. Those things looked like pebbles, but also like insect eggs. They were connected into strange lines and deeply rooted on the surface of his body. This guy was extremely ambitious, and his close combat prowess was extremely formidable. Therefore, Barbossa had to keep him by his side.
Following that, Barbossa glanced at the pirates and instructed.
"I reckon this pursuit will not be short. Therefore, when I'm not around, your task is simple. First, head to the nearest port to purchase some materials, then refurbish my old mate from head to toe. When I return, I want her to be as good as new. Especially the damage to her keel, you must not skimp on the work. Then, search for those scattered gold coins. Those damned bastards left their gold coins on fishes or birds. As long as you put in some effort, you can definitely find them. When I'm not around, Sandro (Baldy with messy hair) and Ragnarok (Fake eyes guy) will be in charge of this ship, I didn't find their names). After 7 days, come back here to receive us. "
As Barbossa led a large group of people to disembark from the ship, Sandro began to shout for everyone to hoist the sails, before returning to the depths of the sea. During the voyage, the entire Black Pearl was faintly rocking, as though a human was shivering in pain after being injured. There was absolutely no trace of its previous splendor of dominating the sea with lightning speed. It appeared that the Black Pearl had indeed suffered heavy damage.
Moreover, the closest place to this place that possessed sufficient precious materials for ship repair, was shockingly the pirate's paradise – Tortuga!
Even though it had suffered heavy damages, the Black Pearl's speed was still commendable. Within a short span of a day and night, the unique exterior of Tortuga port had appeared within the eyes of the Black Pearl's lookout.
As one of the three legendary warships, the Black Pearl would receive special treatment in every pirate port. Tortuga was no exception. This was probably due to the fact that they could always bring in precious and cheap stolen goods. The unique exterior of the Black Pearl had directly prompted Tortuga to dispatch a navigator to guide the Black Pearl to a private port at the back, to avoid squeezing together with other pirate ships. This was a symbol of their status.
The pirates of the Black Pearl had suffered a curse, where they desired everything but were unable to be satisfied. Hence, they weren't interested in women, liquor or gourmet delicacies. They could only yearn for a life after the curse was lifted. Presently, they were akin to robots, being directed around by others. If they truly had nothing to do, they would simply sit on the deck and reminisce about the good times of the past.
The crew of the Black Pearl wasn't considered few, and even more than the other warships. Yet now, at least half of the capable pirates had been led away by Barbossa. This was because Barbossa reckoned that the pirates who brought away the gold coins were exceedingly valiant. Hence, for the sake of safety, he decided to bring along more men.
Most importantly, Barbossa's position beneath his buttocks was obtained through rioting. His loyal and devoted Ragnarok and Zendrall were mediocre in strength. Hence, he was afraid that his two trusted aides wouldn't be able to hold down the fort, and decided to bring away the pirates who could possibly cause a riot.
Hence, after splitting up his forces, the remaining pirates of the Black Pearl weren't all old, weak, sick or disabled. Instead, they were only able to maintain the ship. Barbossa's mission to them was nothing more than repairing the ship, killing birds and fishes to retrieve the gold coins. In reality, it didn't require too much martial prowess.
At present, when the Black Pearl entered the port, Zendrall led several pirates to the docks to purchase materials. At present, there weren't more than 10 pirates left on the Black Pearl. Due to staying in this pirate port, they had completely lost their vigilance. They were either sitting in a daze, or venting their frustrations by furiously gulping down rum. Of course, under such circumstances, they would never be able to taste the mellow aroma of rum.
Hence, at this moment, a figure stealthily climbed up from the bottom of the Black Pearl. His movements were exceedingly gentle and slow. In addition, the splashing of the seawater was rather noisy. Hence, though his movements appeared somewhat stiff and mechanical, he didn't disturb anyone.
Judging from his appearance, he was indeed Sheyan!
During this day and night, Sheyan had concealed himself by the side of the Black Pearl's hull. Then, he carried the Black Pearl directly to the familiar Tortuga. Though he had to carry at least a single Aztec gold, due to his disguise of concealment on the Black Pearl, the pirates could sense that Sheyan's gold coincidentally coincided with the gold coins on their ship. Hence, it was difficult for the pirates to detect him.
To Sheyan, the process of smuggling was rather tedious and torturous. Nevertheless, it was fine after getting used to it. He was a rather patient individual. Only after ascertaining his safety, did he reveal himself and board the ship.
Sheyan stealthily infiltrated into a cabin of the Black Pearl. Because the majority of the pirates had left, it was rather easy to find an unoccupied cabin. It was currently night. Though the skies were cloudy, the moon shone dimly behind the clouds, as though it would drill out at any moment. From afar, it resembled an egg yolk soaked in diluted ink.
Sheyan remained in this unoccupied cabin for a brief moment, as though he was hesitating over something. Eventually, he slowly fished out a square object from his bosom, a bottle, and placed it on the table.
The square object was an exquisite diary. Although the diary was stained with dark brown bloodstains, it was still an exquisite diary.
The other bottle was filled with water.
Holy water from the Vatican!
Sheyan's expression turned increasingly rigid. He picked up the bottle and bluntly poured the clear liquid onto the diary without hesitation.
— — That diary personally written by the fourth generation of the Fokke family's direct bloodline successor, Morgan Fokke!!
— — That diary sealed by the redoubtable Little Lord Fokke!
While pouring out the holy water, Sheyan's actions were rather cautious, as though he was trying to prevent himself from being stained.
Sheyan had actually unsealed the diary at this moment.
Back on the Black Pearl, when the ship was anchored at Tortuga port, he had unsealed the diary!
Instantly, large amounts of foam floated out from the diary's surface. Sizzling sounds could be heard, as though something was being fried in a frying pan.
A black gas could be observed seeping out from the diary's surface. That gas churned and contorted in the air, its appearance was extremely malevolent and horrifying. However, one could vaguely make out Morgan Fokke's features. His piercing screams reverberated through the air.
"My soul has been tormented for so many years, I wish to be liberated! I long for the bliss of eternal slumber, oh lord, please redeem this sinner! "
Yet at this moment, clear and crisp crackling sounds echoed throughout the cabin. Sheyan wasn't unfamiliar with this sound, he had heard it back in Jiejie's golden tent. This was the sound of water vapor rapidly condensing in the air, the sound of ice layers rapidly freezing. This was the omen of the redoubtable Little Lord Fokke's impending arrival!
"Damned ant, you've finally been captured by me!"
"Sinner who destroyed my seal, you shall spend the rest of your life in torment that surpasses the depths of hell!"
"I sing of death, I enjoy death, I rule over death!"
"Anyone who vainly attempts to pry into the secrets of the Fokke family, shall receive a fatal punishment!" If you like this work, you are welcome to come to qidian.com to vote for me. Your support is my biggest motivation.)
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