Chapter 116: Tacit Understanding
Chapter 116: Tacit Understanding
Who would have thought that these continuously arriving Great Pirates were actually lured here by Gino using benefits.
Taking advantage of this opportunity to disrupt the situation on the Island, seizing the chance presented by the reshuffling of benefits to eliminate some Factions, and secretly supporting a few small Factions under their control.
Continuously expanding the Family's influence on this Island.
Although effective, it was too slow.
Furthermore, using such methods required too much time.
Moreover, some Factions were not so easily dealt with, and even by seizing opportunities repeatedly to expand their own benefits, they had already made the Iskanbel Family feel a sense of crisis.
If they were to use forceful methods, the Iskanbel Family could certainly resolve it.
However, the resulting turmoil and backlash were something they did not want to bear or imagine.
What he had been waiting for was finally coming.
The Iskanbel Family would completely rule this Island, and all external Factions would have to act according to his rules.
Nowadays, the role of Iskandar Island was already difficult to replace, involving too many benefits.
It was not something that could be given up so easily.
Which Factions were to be removed, and which Factions could continue to cooperate, he had a clear idea in his mind.
These Factions could only compromise and could not act as recklessly as before.
With the addition of the Kronos Kingdom, this "Trade Island" was likely to burst forth with new vitality and possess stronger appeal.
Just a small portion of the Kronos Kingdom's enormous trade volume would be enough for them to benefit.
Finally, the long-awaited Farazul arrived, continuously approaching at an extremely fast speed.
The ferocious three-headed dragon head, the fluttering Pirate Flag, and even a sense of pressure that could be felt from afar.
Getting closer and clearer, gradually the situation on the ship became visible.
Hades, who was at the forefront, stood with his arms crossed, his sharp gaze looking down on everything.
Behind him stood monsters renowned throughout Great Sea.
Although their positions showed they were divided into teams.
Being on the same ship, their connections were undoubtedly closer, and their overall aura intertwined.
"Thump! Thump!"
Causing people's hearts to beat violently, and a wave of fear rose from the bottom of their hearts.
The Pluto Pirates!
"Finally arrived. That guy was quite sensible, saved us some trouble."
Hades was referring to "Poison Demon" Mcreel.
Originally, he had even made plans to retrieve the Mercury Fruit.
"Looks like the welcome ceremony is ready."
"Let's go down."
Farazul slowly docked.
The Port of Iskandar Island had been cleared out early, leaving a large area for the Pluto Pirates.
"Respected Lord Pluto, I am Mayor Gino. We, on behalf of Iskandar Island, welcome your arrival."
"For this, we have specially prepared a grand banquet."
"Please!"
Facing Hades, facing the Pluto Pirates.
Only upon seeing them in person could one truly feel how terrifying this nascent Pirate Crew was.
Suppressing the shock in his heart, Gino said respectfully with a smile on his face.
He knew what Hades wanted to hear.
In fact, ever since Hades announced the formation of his Pirate Crew, many people knew his intentions.
Otherwise, why wouldn't he call it the Grim Reaper Pirates?
"Mm."
Hades didn't say much, bringing great pressure to everyone present, leaving them unsure of his attitude.
The vast majority of people present were not qualified to speak with him, or even stand before Hades.
Hades didn't pay them any mind; this arrogance didn't need to be concealed.
He exchanged a tacit glance with Gino.
If they wanted to stand before him, they should first worry about surviving until tomorrow.
As for the Iskanbel Family, since they had decided to submit and attach themselves to the Tartarus Family, Hades would naturally help them without reservation.
There was no need to plant spies or set traps; with the absolute gap in strength, what they used was always straightforward, overt strategy.
To welcome the members of the Pluto Pirates, Iskandar Island had prepared a grand banquet.
Top-tier chefs, various precious and fresh ingredients, fine wine from all over the world, and even entertainment performances.
Including the Pluto Pirates, government personnel, and various Factions on the Island.
Tens of thousands of people gathered in the spacious square in front of City Hall, singing and dancing, enjoying fine wine and delicious food, with rising torches illuminating the night sky crimson.
This Island had no electric lights, not even electricity.
The technological development in this Great Sea was very unbalanced.
The vast majority of regions and islands maintained a relatively primitive and feudal state.
Most worked from sunrise to sunset.
If they wanted to read at night, they still needed to light oil lamps.
In terms of comfort and convenience of life, it was currently far incomparable to the Kronos Kingdom.
As if they were in two different eras.
Furthermore, technology like electricity had existed in Great Sea for over a thousand years.
It seemed it hadn't received enough attention to spread rapidly, remaining confined to certain areas.
Although it was spreading, the speed could be said to be extremely slow.
However, Hades had also gotten used to it.
Having been familiar with modern life, the current environment held a different kind of charm for Hades.
Moreover, if Hades could endure staying on the truly primitive Beast Island for two years, what was there that couldn't be endured here?
Hades was not interested in this banquet.
With this time, he might as well spend it with Ananke.
(end of chapter)