Chapter 445
After the battle ended, on the way to Malacca, Henry asked the guide:
“Are there many pirates on the way to Malacca?”
“Many. There are lots on the way to Malacca, and they’re overflowing on the route around Temasek to Luzon. No, it’s best to assume they’re swarming all the way to Joseon.”
At the guide’s words, Henry and the captain’s faces grew serious.
“If there are that many…”
As Henry trailed off, lost in thought, the captain continued the questioning.
“From what we saw earlier, the pirates suffered heavy losses. Do they always attack like that?”
The guide nodded at the captain’s question.
“Pirates are as persistent as sharks. And for good reason – the cargo on Joseon ships is incredibly valuable, isn’t it? If they manage to loot one properly, all the surviving pirates could live comfortably for years.”