Chương 10: Chapter 9
Dreams are one of the main topics in this vast sea. Due to the limitations of the island environment, many people spend their entire lives never seeing beyond their island. Even before the Great Pirate Era, many people set sail each year with hopes for the future.
These people are not all pirates, but any unauthorized ship at sea could be labeled as pirate by the World Government.
Wealth, fame, and desires give birth to ideas that may seem unusual to ordinary people.
For instance, Kate's dream of becoming the worst villain with her unique logic.
This was the first time Kate expressed her thoughts. Among the slaves, she had no friends due to her race, and the doctors on Zou had already given her a prognosis.
In the confined living environment of Zou, the few doctors held significant authority. Their word was often taken as fact, akin to a priest's judgment in a Mayan tribe.
Shortly after leaving Zou, she was captured by a slave hunting team. Her lack of knowledge about the outside world made her believe that no one could change her fate.
Now, expressing these thoughts was merely an attempt not to let them fade away unnoticed. At least in her eyes, Orlan still bore the label of a good person.
"First, fill your stomach. A starving person can't achieve any dream, let alone yours, which is quite challenging."
The definitions of good and bad are based on societal moral order and personal perception. Kate's idea of becoming the worst could also be seen as an extreme form of absolute justice, aiming to eradicate all evil. Both are difficult to achieve.
Not to mention, individual combat power in this vast sea is remarkably exaggerated.
After a brief heart-to-heart, confirming Kate's current mental state, the group split up again. The able-bodied carried supplies, a small group worked on digging, and Orlan took Shark, Kuma, and Kate to his ship.
The sci-fi style of the ship amazed the three, but Orlan wasn't concerned. In fact, he wasn't in a good mood when he returned.
"Orlan, is this your ship? It's amazing! I've never seen anything like it on Fish-Man Island. Is it made of iron?"
"Partly, yes. Nothing too special. When we get to Fish-Man Island, I'll show you even better ships. It's just a pity about this old friend."
Orlan felt some reluctance as he touched the railing, but he quickly let it go.
Orlan was quite sentimental. He wouldn't discard something he was used to, even if it was damaged. This ship was the first one he funded and built in Piltover, and it had been through many voyages with him.
"Can't you teleport it away with us?"
They had all seen Orlan's described escape method. According to Orlan, teleporting the ship should be easy.
"I can, but it would take a lot of time. The commotion during teleportation would delay the evacuation of people. Compared to lives, the ship is less important.
I'll let this old friend give the Celestial Dragons a grand farewell gift. I'll make those Celestial Dragons pay for this.
Kuma, Shark, help me move the stuff inside. Kate, come with me."
Orlan had decided to abandon the ship, as he could build another with enough time and materials. Only some irreplaceable valuable supplies needed to be taken out.
Soon, Orlan brought Kate to the power room, the ship's core. The holographic projection system that hid the ship was also running here.
"Kate, if I remember correctly, the Mink tribe can discharge electricity, right?"
"Yes, Minks can generate static electricity through fur friction. Every Mink can do it."
"Perfect. Try grabbing this and discharging. Keep this arrow steady."
According to Orlan's plan, he needed to modify the Hextech core, which required a special electric field to stabilize the Hextech crystal.
However, some of the ship's equipment was damaged during the crossing. The backup power system maintained the holographic projection, and the electric field had to be manually generated.
But Kate's racial ability could serve as a more stable source.
"Like this?"
Kate's fur began to generate static electricity through friction, and she followed Orlan's instructions to deliver the current. As the equipment converted the energy, a slight electric field barrier gradually formed around them, indicating normal operation.
"Yes, just like that. How long can you keep it up?"
"This... I can keep it going as long as I have enough energy."
"Don't overdo it. Leave a safety margin. This electric field must stay stable."
Boom! A distant explosion echoed. In the central area of God Valley, a plume of black smoke rose, marking the start of the Celestial Dragons' massacre.
Even from a distance, Orlan understood the significance of the cannon fire.
"Time is tight. Let's start the test. If you feel tired, let me know."
Inside the cabin, Orlan began his experiments, while outside, Ivankov and Ginny also heard the cannon fire from the center.
"Move faster! The Celestial Dragons' slaughter will start in an hour. This is our last safe window!"
Ivankov, with a cloth around his face and a gun in hand, directed the craftsmen like a bandit. However, the pace was slow as they brought their families along.
But it was somewhat organized. From the moment the Celestial Dragons announced the start of the hunt, the island became a lawless zone.
The king's immediate execution instilled fear, and God Valley disintegrated almost instantly. People scattered like debris, aimlessly wandering.
Yet a small group had formed around Orlan, operating roughly but effectively.
The holographic device was repositioned, creating a screen at both ends and above the valley to block distant views.
Observation posts were set up on nearby mountains to monitor the surroundings and provide early warnings if anyone approached.
Orlan found time to explain the blueprints to the craftsmen, initiating a large-scale assembly project in the valley, while he and Kate worked on modifying the Hextech core.
Silently and under pressure, they clung desperately to this last hope.
As the sun rose and set, the massive machinery took shape, but the atmosphere grew increasingly tense, especially when blood started appearing in the water source of the cave. The pressure reached its peak.
"Do you think he can really get us out? It's been days since he explained the blueprints, and I haven't seen him since."
Two men carried a large beam towards the emerging frame of the teleportation gate.
The people of this sea generally had stronger physiques than ordinary humans. Regular manual laborers, even without lifting equipment, could carry heavy loads, speeding up the project.
But they still worried about the future.
"Do you think he might... run away by himself?"
"Shut up! You guys take shifts working. Mr. Orlan hasn't slept in days. If he wanted to escape alone, he wouldn't bother with you lot! He even abandoned his ship for you!"
The team member didn't respond, but a voice from the side reprimanded them.
These people were temporarily gathered with a common goal but little mutual trust.
Those who had been saved by Orlan trusted him more. They maintained order, ensuring relative stability. Shark was one such example.
He couldn't forget the first human who praised him, so he instinctively defended Orlan.
"Enough, let's move this quickly. The project over there is almost done."
The team member pushed him, preventing a quarrel with Shark. But Shark could sense his dissatisfaction and was about to argue when Kuma intervened.
"Shark, now's not the time to argue. Orlan said we can't fight among ourselves."
Rustle. Before Shark could respond, a tree on the mountain toppled, making both Kuma and Shark pause. It was a warning signal Orlan had set up, indicating that Celestial Dragons had intruded and were approaching their base.
"I'll draw them away. My bounty points are the highest. I should be able to attract their attention."
"Kuma, you..."
"I don't want to see anyone else die in front of me. Tell Orlan and Ivankov for me."
Kuma put down his load, ready to act as a decoy, but encountered Ginny on the way.
"Kuma! Good news, the pirates are finally here! With those guys causing chaos, we can execute Plan B and grab those prizes!
Have you seen Big Brother Ivankov? Orlan's been working so hard, it's our turn to act!"
Ginny, monitoring the den den mushi, came over immediately upon receiving news but couldn't find Ivankov. At that moment, Ivankov appeared with Orlan.
"Ha ha! I'm here. Let me share some good news. Orlan has completed the core transformation. Once the frame is built, we can leave this cursed place!"
The Celestial Dragons were closing in, pirates were about to land, and the Hextech core was ready. With chaos imminent, Orlan chose not to wait.
"I wasn't sure where to catch a Celestial Dragon, but one coming to us is perfect.
Let's go, everyone. It's time for our show to begin.
If you have the courage."
(End of Chapter)
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