Chapter 241: Western Coast Chronicles (9)
It was an early morning, still free of any attacks. The port during ebb tide completely exposed the barnacles and moss, emitting the smell of sea mud. After receiving a send-off from the lord, we headed to the port and chose a boat about the size of a fishing boat to prepare for departure. Cellu immediately jumped into the sea to check our surroundings, and Eve also changed into comfortable clothes on the boat. The lord, who had come to the pier to see us off, spoke.
"Will the three of you be alright? Perhaps I should attach a few knights to you..."
"It's more comfortable for just us to go."
We had talked a lot with each other last night. Among those conversations, stories about the Whale Reef were included. According to Cellu's explanation, the Whale Reef had rough ocean currents and many hidden reefs around it, making it an unreasonable place to navigate by boat. For a place like this, it was right to push through with only a minimal elite crew.
"I understand. Then, I wish you success."
At my resolute answer, the lord nodded his head. His expression showed clear unease. Even to my eyes, our party's composition was perfect for stimulating anxiety. One sailor who had been near the Whale Reef. One priest. And two mermaids. The sailor in particular was already trembling at the thought of diving right into the middle of mermaids. I encouraged the sailor and spoke.
"You can go back if you are afraid, fisherman."
"N-No. My sons were all killed by those bastards. Those brutal mermaids..."
"Lamias."