Chapter 82 Praise to the God of Steam and Steel (3000) The moonlight shines coldly. Slightly scarlet, fine waves gently slapped the hull. Xia En stood on the deck, silently watching the "Petrel" drift away, but his thoughts were ups and downs in his heart. He had previously guessed that the Seven Seas Federation, as the largest force on the Seven Seas and also nominally in control of the islands, would most likely know the truth about the [Blood Moon Secret Realm]. Dulan’s arrival not only proved this point, but also brought a piece of information worth pondering— The Federation seems to be taking action on the [Blood Moon Secret Realm]! Why did you choose this [Blood Moon Night] instead of paying no attention to it before? Shane doesn’t think this is a pure coincidence. “Perhaps, some vampires have already climbed to the top of the Seven Seas Federation.”
“And within the top leadership of the Federation, they are not monolithic…” Then again. The federal government's intervention is undoubtedly a good thing for ordinary treasure hunters, and it may allow them to save a small life. But for Xia En, it didn't have much impact. He still plans to continue exploring the [Blood Moon Secret Realm] step by step according to the original plan. Converging his divergent thoughts, Xia En walked back to the captain's cabin. In the corner of the room, on a chair covered with a thick blanket. The white and smooth cologne egg is lying there peacefully. Xia En took the opportunity to stroke it for a while. The touch from the eggshell is as warm as jade, with a touch of body temperature, and it feels great to the touch. This is a habit that Xia En has developed during this period. Although Gu Long Dan has not spoken since the day he was brought on board. But he could also sense that this ancient egg had actually fallen into a special state of dormancy. The breath of life in it is becoming calm and restrained, but it also contains violent and vast transformation. Like clouds gathering stormy weather. 【Crew: Ancient Dragon Egg (hatching) (unbound)】 This message on the panel also proved Xia En’s conjecture. With the idea of deepening the relationship with the scheduled crew member, Xia En would **** twice a day. Not to mention, once you become proficient at egg-rolling, it will be similar to playing with cats and dogs, and it will give you a different kind of pleasure.
Shaan said softly while stroking the eggshell. “Little one, how long will it take for you to break out of your shell?” “I hope... you won’t keep me waiting too long.” … … In Silver Moon Bay. Under the protection of many small and medium-sized frigates. A huge ship with a dark viper is drawn on the sail, moving slowly on the sea covered by the blood moon. This is the [Viper] with a terrible reputation! Different from the wooden hull of ordinary ships, its hull has a lot of steel structures, which reflects the metallic luster under the moonlight. There are vague shadows of some steel battleships on the earth. And the towering chimneys, the rising steam, and the melodious whistle... It all shows that this large ship is equipped with a high-level steam device. Yinyue Island's steam technology is relatively developed, so its use on ships is naturally indispensable. 【Viper】There are three levels of cabins on the deck alone. Those who can board these cabins are all prominent figures on Silver Moon Island, and their status is quite respected. In a cabin at the deepest level on the second floor. A large amount of white steam with sacred properties is filling every corner of the room. The gears rotate, the connecting rods vibrate and buzz, mixed with the low roar of the steam core, together they form a prayer and praise unique to the machines, rising and fluttering together with the steam. “Push the lever, activate the piston…” “Press the button and start the engine…” “Sing with one voice in praise of the God of Steam and Steel…” With a sigh, the boy who was prettier than the girl ended his prayer. At this time, Feiya's face was unnaturally flushed, large beads of cold sweat oozed from her forehead, and there was a faint scarlet color in her pupils. His body was trembling slightly, as if he was trying his best to suppress some impulse. Such symptoms are slightly relieved with the completion of prayer. … After a moment, Fei Ya let out a long breath.
“Sure enough, due to the appearance of the blood moon, the blood instinct has become stronger?” “Just praying to the God of Steam has long been unable to completely suppress this desire.” “The effect of alcohol is also declining.” “Besides, if I continue to drink too much, my brain may really go bad.” “It seems that we can’t delay it any longer…” A wry smile appeared on Feiya's face. Of course he knew what some people in the pub said about him. “Steam madman”, “Drunken alcoholic believer”, “Mechanical violence maniac”… Feiya doesn't like these nicknames either, but he... doesn't have a choice! The limbs connected to the steam engine are feeling slight itching and pain, which seems to be a signal of anxiety. This is the deep instinctive desire of this body. It only needs to drink fresh blood, and the missing right arm and left leg can grow quickly. However, compared with the suffering of the "attack" just now, this test is nothing more than child's play. Feiya easily suppressed this impulse, walked to the table, picked up the bread and wine, and started eating. He needs to replenish energy as much as possible before setting off. Although thanks to his mother’s bloodline, he can eat normal food to maintain his daily needs. But his father’s bloodline prevented him from feeling any taste when eating these foods. Fortunately, Fei Ya has been eating such tasteless food for more than ten years. I don’t think there’s anything out of the ordinary. While eating, Feiya opened the window and looked at the sea covered by the blood moon. “Huh? Is that...the Black Swan?” "Captain Shane, did you really not listen to my advice?" Feiya sighed, not surprised. After all, we have only met each other a few times, so we cannot expect the other party to trust us unconditionally. “However, if we are lucky, we can meet in the [Blood Moon Secret Realm].”
At this time, the steam manipulator named Mili buzzed, as if asking a question in doubt. “Huh? You ask me why I still eat these things even though I know they are unpalatable?” “Silly boy, of course it’s because I don’t want to drink other people’s blood.” “Buzz…buzz…”
Not only Mili, but also the steam devices in the room made a suspicious buzz. "ha?" “Why don’t you just join them?” “You have a lot of questions today!” “The reason…” Feiya swallowed the last bite of bread, picked up a box filled with steam devices, and then climbed onto the windowsill. Looking at the scarlet blood moon on the sea, the boy's lips curved into a wanton smile. “Damn it, it’s up to me to choose my own path!” next moment. The full moon shattered, and waves of silver and blood rippled. … …
【Viper】The largest and most luxurious cabin. Listening to the sound of water coming from the side of the ship, "Viper" Quinn's face showed no emotion. He is tall and straight, wearing a decent black dress. That pale face was bloodless, and the pupils of his eyes were a beautiful deep red. He looked like he was in his early twenties, and had a completely different beauty from Feiya. Even gives people a sense of harmlessness and weakness. When normal people first saw him, they would probably have difficulty connecting him with a cold and vicious nickname like "Viper". It's just that behind him, both the housekeeper and the maid, all lowered their heads in great respect. That tight body and meticulous demeanor all reveal a kind of fear and surrender hidden deep in the blood. In the room, there are several noble and higher-status vampires who are enjoying the "good wine" in the cups. Looks like a small banquet. The main course was a girl who was still breathing on the table. "grown ups…" Not long after, the butler with silver hair and black eyes came in and bent down to report. “The young master has entered the [Blood Moon Secret Realm].” “Well, I understand.”
Quinn picked up the wine glass filled with scarlet liquid next to him and took a sip, showing some enjoyment. The silver-haired butler was startled, but continued: "Some time ago, the young master seemed to have corresponded with people from the Federation." "I wonder...will it affect your master's plan?" Hearing this, a figure wearing a brass mask and covered in gray robes standing not far from the room spoke in a low voice. “Quinn, it’s time for you to seriously control your children.” “If he ruins this hunt and makes the clan leader dissatisfied, let’s see how you end it.” As the elder of the clan, his tone was vaguely condescending and reproachful. “Don’t forget, why are you able to secure your position as consul?” In response to this, Quinn just chuckled gracefully. “Children are ignorant and it is normal for them to do some self-righteous things.” “Who hasn’t been young yet?” The man in gray robe sneered: "Oh, if I were you, I would not leave such a rebellious heir." “Are there any females on the island who don’t want to mate with you?” “As long as you spend a long time, you can always cultivate one or two satisfactory children.” “No, you don’t understand.” Quinn shook his head, a strange light flashed in his blood-red pupils, and his tone was slightly fanatical. “Feiya is different.” “He can be closer to the Scarlet Lord than me and you...” “But before that, I will completely destroy his faith and persistence, and let him fall into the arms of the Scarlet Lord with all his heart.” “This [Blood Moon Night] is undoubtedly the best opportunity.” Feeling the coldness in these words, the man in gray robe felt a chill in his heart. He said with all sarcasm. “As expected of a man who cut off the hands and feet of his own heirs with his own hands, what are you going to do with those people in the Federation?” There was a hint of contempt in Quinn's eyes: "They will soon understand that everything they have done is nothing." “Since you have come, stay here forever and become our blood food.” After saying that, he raised the wine glass in his hand and said towards the blood moon on the sea. “A toast to the Scarlet Lord.” Seeing this, the other vampires in the cabin also raised the wine glasses filled with blood and shouted in unison.
“A toast to the Scarlet Lord!” … … A blink of an eye. It was the next night. The blood moon appeared on the sea as scheduled. Xia En put on a ring named [Dark Scarlet] and sat in the captain's cabin with a rather expectant look in his eyes. Yesterday, he was forcibly kicked out by the Scarlet Lord because he used the Hui Cult Talisman. A lot of ship soul power was wasted, and it was not fun at all. Thinking of what the vampires did in [Blood Moon Secret Realm], Xia En felt sick, and it was really unpleasant not to chop one or two more. The moment the words [Deep Sea Diving] lit up, he closed his eyes and whispered to himself. “Have a good hunt tonight!” Thanks to "Hao Sleepy Tears and Tears" for the 500-coin reward! Thank you so much!
(End of this chapter)