Do Not Be Afraid (2)

"I heard most freed slaves are moved to Virginia. So let's select some freed slaves who reside in our territory, ones whose loyalty has been verified."

"How?"

"We need to throw bait. First, we place spies in some colonies and leave them vacant, then if English pirate groups plunder those places..."

"Then... they'll plant our people in Virginia for us!"

"Excellent idea!"

"Let's make plans right away. How about placing treasures and slaves in a port on Hispaniola Island?"

"Good. I'll spread rumors. I'll spread stories so appealing that those greedy pirates Drake and Raleigh won't be able to resist."

"I'll select the people. Let's gather devout Catholics."

The Spanish colonial authorities moved diligently. The officials carefully selected by Philip II smoothly carried out a series of processes like well-oiled machines.

"Look, Baron Roanoke! Don't you already smell money... I mean, the smell of freedom coming from this place?"