Chapter 297: Worshippers of Twilight (4)
Chapter 297: Worshippers of Twilight (4)
It was a beautiful tropical scene. Under a crimson-stained sky, the emerald sea shimmered, reflecting vivid coral reefs. Beyond the palm trees that dotted the coastline, a dense jungle stretched out. At the center of the island rose a sizable mountain, from which an eerie aura faintly emanated."So this is Dragon Isle..." Lapicel watched eagerly, waiting for the ship to dock.
But for some strange reason, the vessel veered to the side and passed the island by. Rather than land, it followed the coastline to another area.
"Oh... aren’t we going ashore?" Lapicel asked.
The pirates shook their heads. "It’s too dangerous over there. Even we don’t go."
Their base was on another island across from Dragon Isle. The presence of dragon bones caused too many strange phenomena there, and even pirates weren’t reckless enough to approach without reason.
"It’s so dangerous that not even the empire dares to get too close. That’s why it’s a good place for us to hide out."
Apparently, the plan was to land at their base first, then transfer to smaller boats for the final stretch. After sailing a little farther past Dragon Isle, the pirates’ hideout came into view. It was another tropical island, visually indistinguishable from Dragon Isle. Being in the same waters, it was no surprise that the scenery was nearly identical.
The pirate base sat on a coastline ringed with white sand. It wasn’t quite a town, but it was sizable enough to count as a serious camp. Tents and huts were scattered about, though none looked particularly well-constructed.
Serati, who had been imagining something out of a pirate adventure tale, muttered in disappointment. "It’s kind of shabby, isn’t it?"
Karnak chuckled. "Pirates aren’t exactly master builders."
"Still, shouldn’t a pirate lair have treasure or something?" Serati asked.