Chapter 107: The Royal Gold Transport Ship

Once Kaisei achieved his goal, he finally left, satisfied. After he exited, Honoka couldn't contain herself and jumped into Natsuhane's arms. "Natsuhane, you're so smart! I didn't even think about using fabric and tailors instead of the reward money…"

Natsuhane gently pinched her chubby, adorable cheek, laughing softly, "With how big the creature is, you'd wear yourself out trying to make clothes for her alone. Since Kaisei needed my help and didn't have money, it made sense to have them do the work. You just need to handle the design…"

"Hehe, Natsuhane, you always think of me first~"

"You're my wife. Who else would I think of?"

Honoka pouted slightly, whispering, "Well, since you care so much about me, there's something else I need your care for…"

Seeing Honoka's shy expression, Natsuhane instantly knew what she meant. With a mischievous smile, he teased, "Oh? What is it?"

Honoka glanced at the bed, blushing deeply, "You know what I mean… must I say it out loud?"

Natsuhane realized there was no avoiding this. Fine, let's get it over with quickly…

Just as Honoka tried to push Natsuhane onto the bed, he grabbed her waist and shook his head. "What's wrong, Natsuhane? Don't you care about me anymore?" she asked, a bit hurt.

"Beds were originally invented for sleeping. For other activities, we don't necessarily need to be on a bed…"

Natsuhane glanced at the nearby sofa, "That will do just fine. It's comfortable, and I can lean back…"

...

Time flew by, and evening approached.

"Bang, bang, bang…"

The sound of urgent knocking woke Natsuhane from the sofa. Kaisei's voice came from outside, "Natsuhane, the fabrics and tailors are ready. Let me take you to see them."

"Oh, I see…"

Natsuhane and Honoka rubbed their sleepy eyes, dressed quickly, and followed Kaisei out of the inn.

Outside, about thirty or forty people stood respectfully. Behind them were piles of fabrics in various styles and colors.

The sight of so much fabric excited Honoka, and she eagerly ran her hands over them, "Wow, these are beautiful. They'll make wonderful clothes~"

Kaisei cautiously asked Natsuhane, "Young man, may I ask what you need all these for?"

"Of course, to make clothes. Are these all the fabrics and tailors you have? It doesn't seem like enough…"

Kaisei was taken aback, "What? I brought everyone from the entire street's tailor shops and all their fabrics. How many clothes are you planning to make?"

"Not many, just one…"

Kaisei was left speechless.

"Alright, this will do for now. I'll head out to deal with the 'Vanishing' issue. If more fabrics are needed, Honoka will let you know."

"No problem. I'll arrange for someone to stay with Honoka and assist her. The royal gold transport ship will be leaving soon, and I'm the captain. We'll pass by Ghost Island, so I can take you there."

"Good."

Next, Natsuhane walked over to Honoka, still immersed in the fabric. "I'm heading out to solve the 'Vanishing' issue. You stay here and make clothes for our creature. By the way, I've decided to name her Inyo. She needs a name fitting her stature and grace. I'll be back soon."

Hearing this, Honoka quickly put down the fabric, "No, I want to go with you!"

"Inyo will wake up in nine days. We don't have much time. Stay here and make her clothes. Please listen to me…"

"But…!" Honoka's eyes were filled with worry. She didn't want Natsuhane to face danger alone.

Natsuhane gently stroked her long hair, comforting her, "Don't worry. I'll be fine. I'm strong."

Seeing his determined attitude and knowing she had important work to do, Honoka reluctantly agreed, holding him tightly, "Alright, I'll wait for you here. Promise me you won't get hurt. I couldn't bear it…"

"Mm…"

After settling everything, Natsuhane boarded the gold transport ship with Kaisei, heading towards Ghost Island.

Standing at the bow, Natsuhane gazed into the distance, murmuring, "I wonder if I'll encounter Orochimaru at the base…"

He hadn't seen her in a while and missed her. By now, she must be nearly four months pregnant… Natsuhane was eager to see her with a pregnant belly.

Soon, Kaisei approached with a bottle of liquor, "Natsuhane, having you here makes me feel incredibly safe."

"How so?"

"You don't know how worried I am every time we transport gold. The Land of the Sea is chaotic, with many rogue ninjas and pirates. They come here and cause trouble, stealing our money. We can't handle them…"

Kaisei took a swig of liquor, continuing, "As the leader of the transport team, I've had the gold stolen twice. Without a strong military, we can't do anything about it."

Hearing this, Natsuhane sensed that Kaisei had an ulterior motive.

"Hey, Kaisei-san, no wonder you're making such a show on the sea, almost inviting trouble. You want me to deal with the pirates too, don't you?"

"Hehe, you're very perceptive…" Kaisei laughed awkwardly, "This is a small matter for you but crucial for our country's stability…"

"What does that have to do with me?" Natsuhane scoffed, "I'm not from your country. Asking me to handle all these issues… Do you think I'm that free? Fine, I'm a kind person. If you want my help, it can be arranged. Two words."

"What two words?"

"Add money…"

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