Tortuga Port, a byword for sin, a haven for pirates.
the explorer, with its hull entirely black, as if carved from obsidian, slowly approached the most chaotic and dirtiest dock, causing a stir, both small and large.
"Hey, look at that ship!"
"I swear on my grandma's false teeth, that's absolutely the blackest ship I've ever seen, blacker than your brother!"
"What's black? Look at its speed!"
"It just came in from outside the port, so fast that even those greedy seagulls couldn't keep up!"
On the dock, a group of drunken pirates, reeking of rum and sweat, pointed and gestured at the explorer, their words full of awe and greed.
Roger thoroughly enjoyed being the center of attention.
He stood at the bow, one arm around Elizabeth, the other holding a wine glass.
He was the spitting image of a successful pirate, embodying all four vices: wine, women, wealth, and power.
"How do you feel, Miss Swann?"
Roger lowered his head and asked the stiff woman in his arms.
"You are the most shameless, most despicable, most vulgar scoundrel I have ever met," Elizabeth gritted her teeth.
"Thank you for the compliment. That's the sweetest praise I've heard today."
Roger didn't care at all, even kissing her flushed cheek.
Elizabeth Swann: Loyalty -75/100 (Status: Rebellious, in-depth training in progress)
Oh, it went up another five points.
Roger was overjoyed.
It seemed his "intimate teaching method" was highly effective.
As long as he persisted, two negatives would make a positive, and reaching one hundred loyalty was just around the corner!
"Gibbs!"
Roger released Elizabeth and called out to his loyal First Mate.
"Take the men down and deal with all our spoils of war!"
"Also, go say hello at the Mermaid Tavern!"
"Tonight, your generous Captain will be treating everyone!"
"Yeah, long live the Captain!"
On the deck, the pirates erupted in thunderous cheers.
Roger, satisfied, turned and walked into the Captain's Cabin.
After docking, Roger enjoyed his first proper breakfast in a while.
Butter fried eggs, crispy bacon, and a steaming cup of milk.
He ate with great satisfaction, feeling every taste bud cheering.
At the other end of the table, Miss Elizabeth Swann was using a small silver knife to meticulously cut a pitiful slice of white bread on her plate.
Her movements were elegant and proper, but her beautiful little face was tightly strained.
She looked exactly like someone sharing a final breakfast with her father's killer.
Roger saw it and was delighted.
What could be more enjoyable than savoring delicious food while watching your enemy seethe with anger, unable to do anything about you?
"Miss Swann, eat more."
Roger thoughtfully pushed a whole plate of bacon towards her.
"Look, you've gotten thin."
"It makes my heart ache."
Elizabeth's knife and fork paused.
She looked up, her blue eyes filled with speechlessness.
"Thank you for your concern, Captain, but I have no appetite."
"Oh, that's a real shame."
Roger shook his head.
Then, right in front of her, Roger speared three slices of bacon with his fork and greedily stuffed them into his mouth, eating with a crunch.
Elizabeth felt like her teeth were about to shatter.
She felt that Roger wasn't eating bacon; he was gnawing on her bones.
After eating, Roger ignored the woman who was practically fuming and turned to sit back on his jewel-encrusted Captain's throne.
His consciousness was already eager to sink into his mind.
The tech tree, which had become even more brilliant and vast due to the era's advancement, slowly unfolded before him.
Era: Medieval
Tech Tree: Medieval Ship Technology (Activated)
Gold Coins: 532
"System, open [Medieval Ship Technology]!"
Instantly, a brand new tech branch unfolded before him, dazzling his eyes.
Under the [Hull Structure] branch, [Forecastle and Aftcastle Structure], [Cannon Deck Prototype], and even [Frame-First Ship Construction Craftsmanship] appeared.
This meant he could build taller, larger, and sturdier warships!
The [Weapon System] was even more significant!
[Boarding Plank], [Swivel Gun], and even something that made his breathing stop for a second.
greek fire Projector: Once unlocked, a device capable of spraying terrifying flames that cannot be extinguished by water can be installed at the bow, having a devastating impact on enemy wooden ships. Unlocking only costs 50,000 gold coins.
"Only?"
"System, do you have no concept of gold coins?!"
However.
greek fire!
A super weapon!
If this thing was installed on a ship, what kind of naval battle would there even be?
Just sail over and cremate everything, and it would be done!
A one-stop funeral service, ashes scattered in the sea, saving even the need for a cemetery.
And it would ensure the fish in the sea were well-fed.
A perfect ecological cycle.
Continuing to look down.
There were also [Magnetic compass], [Astrolabe], [Stern Rudder] in [Navigation Technology]... Roger felt his mouth watering.
He was already fantasizing about himself on a giant warship with three cannon decks, greek fire at the bow, and an albatross flag flying at the stern, sailing across the seas.
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