Bronze Dragon: Tyrant's Road to Conquest

Rumble——

The sky, which was still sunny and windy half a quarter of an hour ago, has now been obscured by overlapping dark clouds, making people feel that not even a beam of warm sunshine can shine through. It was brought by thunder that broke the sky, but then the roar seemed to break people's eardrums, and even the heart seemed to be clenched tightly.

"Brothers, cheer up. The captain said that as long as you survive this storm, you all can have a good sleep, and you will be able to see Punolando when you wake up."

In the interval between the roar of thunder, a loud voice howled, and the sound spread throughout the ship, which immediately caused a burst of cheers and celebrations.

"Wuhu! It's actually Punolando, the most dazzling pearl on the west coast! I haven't been there for several years."

"There are the strongest wines and the most enchanting women there. Any man who goes there once will never forget it. I can't wait."

"Is that city really as good as you say?"

"Of course, that was still before. I don't know what it has developed into now. Maybe there are some new things!"

"Hehe, you are all too young. There are indeed the most beautiful girls in Punolando, but those women can not only drain your bodies, but also your wallets."

"If it really makes me feel so happy, I can let them spend all of it."

"Hahaha, you guy!"

The sailors fighting against the wind and waves were soaked by the waves that hit the side of the ship. At the same time, they did not forget to tease each other. The older sailors talked about their experiences. The sailors who had never been there couldn't help but look forward to it when they listened to the description. .

At dusk, the wind and rain stopped, and the storm finally passed. The sea surface, which was so violent that it seemed to turn the sky upside down, gradually became calmer. The rain weakened, the dark clouds dissipated, and only half of the sun was left to cast its last rays, reflecting the sea surface into a golden color. The color is like a sea of ​​melting gold.

"Captain, we can get to Punolando tomorrow morning, right?"

"That's right, go to bed quickly, otherwise you won't have the energy to play tomorrow."

"With my physique, I'll be fine even if I don't sleep for three days and three nights."

"Okay, then you don't have to sleep tonight and stay on duty with me."

A helpless howl sounded, but it caused a burst of laughter. The peaceful night passed quickly. When the sun rose from the sea level again, a fjord had appeared in the distance.

"What a nice weather!"

The businessman holding a cigarette, enjoying the morning sunshine, felt the warmth brought by the sun falling on his body, and narrowed his eyes in comfort. This is a rare good weather at sea.

"Today is a day worth celebrating for you."

"Isn't it the same for you, Captain?"

"I can't compare to you. I just take my brothers on a trip to earn hard-earned money. How can I be like you, who can double my assets with just one trip."

"How can such a good thing happen? I met an experienced captain like you on this trip, so I was able to bring the goods to the port smoothly. But if something goes wrong, I will lose everything and lose everything in an instant."

The captain chatted with the merchants on the ship. This was an ordinary cargo ship. It was a matter of celebration to be able to overcome the many dangers at sea and successfully arrive at the port. There were too many crises on the sea, but the rich The profits will always attract countless desperate people.

"It seems you are a storyteller."

"Who doesn't have a story?"

While the two were chatting, the merchant ship was gradually approaching the fjord, which is the backbone of the mountains that extends from the land to the sea. It divides the sea and creates a large natural deep-water port, Punolan. This is how many are born.

"Something's not right."

On the waterway divided by the fjord, a mass of fog suddenly appeared and floated on the sea. The captain, who had witnessed many strange things on the sea, was instantly alerted. Although this place has entered the territory of civilization, there are still monsters lurking. , many ships relaxed their vigilance at this time, resulting in shipwrecks and fatalities.

"You have now entered the territory of the Storm Lord. Stop the ship immediately and accept inspection, otherwise it will be regarded as an invasion!"

Before the crew members on the ship could pick up their weapons or react, the extremely strange fog was suddenly broken by a towering figure, whose indigo blue skin made many sailors who were awakened take a breath.

"Ocean Giant!"

"Am I dreaming?"

People who travel on the sea all year round will naturally recognize ocean giants. In various myths, legends and folk stories around the world, giants, like dragons, always occupy a place and are enduring.

However, no one expected that they would encounter powerful monsters that only appear in the deep sea at a prestigious human port.

"Captain, what should we do?"

The businessman who was still looking forward to how much profit he could make from this trip now looked at the captain next to him with an extremely nervous expression.

Although he is the employer, in any situation encountered at sea, he must give priority to the advice of the most experienced person, so that he can survive.

"Stop the ship!"

The captain, who also did not expect this scene, took a deep breath. Without much time to hesitate, he immediately issued an order as the giant holding the trident approached gradually on the waves.

"anchor!"

Because he saw out of the corner of his eye that not only this giant was the only one, but the entrance to Punolando's strait was completely occupied by giants.

what's going on?

This experienced captain did not dare to think too much, because just thinking about it deeply made him tremble. This is the seaport of the Bultan Kingdom, but now it is no longer dominated by humans.

He does not think that the human nobles in this harbor have the ability to enslave the giants in the deep sea to serve them. Even if they step back ten thousand steps, if they have the ability, they will not let the giants guard the entrance to the harbor.

Storm Lord?

What the hell is this?

Just as the captain was thinking uneasily, something he was familiar with finally appeared on the side of the strait. They were several small boats carrying humans, and they gradually approached the merchant ship.

Just when the boat was approaching, the giant stood not far away from the boat and stopped approaching. But even so, his huge body still made the sailors on the boat extremely uneasy, and they couldn't help but whisper,

"Why are there giants here? Didn't you say we were going to Punolando?"

"This is Punolando. I have been here before and I know this strait. I am so impressed. There is no other deep-water port like this in the entire continent."

"Then why..."

"Shut your mouth, don't ask, and follow the captain's orders."

"They're coming up!"

While the uneasy atmosphere enveloped the merchant ship, humans began to board the small boats close to the merchant ship. Under the gaze of the giants, no one dared to stop them, allowing these similar people who were suspected of collaborating with the monsters to board the deck.

However, when the first human being boarded the ship appeared in front of them, the atmosphere of fear on the ship was dispelled a lot, because his occupation could be judged just by his equipment and the power that could warm people's hearts. and identity.

Paladin!

No matter how desperate the world is, the paladins are the last hope that will never be extinguished. No one will doubt their firm will to pursue the best, fight against evil, and maintain order.

"I am a paladin affiliated with the Fist of Justice, Mile Jedinak. I am now employed by the Storm Lord and responsible for checking the safety of ships entering the port. If you are merchant ships doing legitimate business, there is no need to panic."

The sonorous and powerful voice of the paladin made many people feel at ease, but it also caused more people to feel uneasy. After all, this was a paladin!

Which person who travels to the sea all year round is clean? Who dares to touch his chest and say that he has a clear conscience? It's just normal. When he encounters the paladins, how does he plan to check them?

Detect evil?

Are they still alive?

"We only inspect merchant ships and goods, not personnel. As long as your goods are safe, legal and normal commodities, you can enter the port for repairs or sales transactions."

The second inspector who boarded the ship after the paladin had just stuck his head out and spoke. He was already extremely skilled.

"Only checking the goods? That's no problem. You can check as you like. What I sell is tea. They are all normal commodities. There are absolutely no dangerous goods in them."

Seeing people boarding the ship one after another, the captain and the merchants were completely relieved, because they also saw some familiar faces among them.

"If you didn't lie, you would be able to enter the port soon."

The paladin glanced at the humans who were transferred to his staff from the original port and said nothing more.

The world is never black and white, let alone complex creatures like human beings. The most good people are as rare as the most evil people. The vast majority of people have done both good and evil things. A mixture of good and evil is Humanity.

Even the upright paladins would not draw their swords to execute humans for some small evils, even now they have been loosened from the biggest shackles and gained the power of law enforcement.

Small villains such as petty theft can also turn a blind eye. Even if they really need to be punished, they can only give verbal education. They are not butchers and murderers.

Of course, that was the case, but the paladin did not forget to perform his duties. He walked around the ship seemingly casually, looking at everyone, and any crew member he looked at did not have the courage to look at him.

He would not take action against the sailors who ran away to sea. Although these guys were fond of drinking, gambling, money-grubbing and lustful, there was no essential difference between them and the scumbags who hung out in the lower city and bullied men and women. But as long as they were not in Puno, Lando's domestic crimes, then they can not be reviewed.

He was mainly searching to see if there were followers of evil gods and devils lurking on the ship. These remnants who would seize the opportunity to hold bloody sacrificial rituals liked to mingle among inconspicuous people.

"Sir, there should be nothing wrong with my ship, right?"

After the paladin visited the entire ship from beginning to end, the captain boldly stepped forward.

"No, you can go there."

"Can I get some information from you?"

"The Storm Lord is a metal dragon at the legendary level. He reached an agreement with the Bultan Kingdom. Punolando came under the rule of the Storm Lord. This port no longer belonged to the Bultan Kingdom ten days ago."

Without waiting for the captain to ask detailed questions, the paladin said something with an astonishing amount of information.

"So, Punolando became a free territory ruled by dragons ten days ago?"

The captain was stunned, and then concluded that for people who have been running the sea for a long time, it is not particularly surprising to encounter a territory ruled by dragons.

"You can understand it that way."

After the paladin answered the last questions, he disembarked.

"Before entering the port, you must be mentally prepared. In addition, you must read the Bronze Code thoroughly and refrain from any illegal or criminal behavior."

The last prosecutor who disembarked from the boat warned with a serious face, causing everyone on the boat to look at each other.

"What crime could we do? Hell, paladins are coming to inspect the ship."

"It's not surprising that the Metal Dragon Clan has hired paladins to help them manage their territory."

"But this is Punolando. If the paladin has to deal with it, what will be left here?"

"We might not be able to have any fun ashore."

"It's like a dream!"

As the paladin left the ship, the ocean giant blocking the ship also sank into the sea. There was no longer an obstacle in front of them. Although the situation ahead had become unknown, it was impossible to return. Merchant ships that had been sailing on the ocean for a long time Need supplies.

The merchant ship successfully crossed the strait, and the front suddenly opened up. The blue sea once again occupied the field of vision, but unlike the previously empty sea, one ship after another occupied the water.

As the land appeared in front of us, the sea was completely covered by the continuous sails. A large port city was right in front of us, like a giant beast crawling on the seashore.

"Captain, back there!"

A scream sounded at the stern of the ship. When everyone turned their heads and looked back, they immediately saw a female giant who was similar but somewhat different from the one who had just stopped them. She raised the trident in her hand and pointed a ship at the The ship fleeing in their direction split diagonally into two pieces, and the aftermath even briefly opened up a thousand-meter-long abyss in the sea.

This extremely impactful scene frightened everyone on the boat. However, after an old sailor frowned and thought for a moment, he quickly relaxed his eyebrows and showed a relaxed expression.

"Don't be afraid, it has nothing to do with us. The speed of that ship is wrong. Normal merchant ships should not have such speed. It should be pirates who like to disguise themselves as merchant ships. These guys haven't figured out that the lord of this seaport has changed. They crashed in and were looking for death."