Navigator: I Have a Legendary Exploration Log

Chapter 83 The Hunting Plan

After confirming that the course was correct, Cherries handed over the helm to Wirtz and then inspected the deck before heading to the passenger cabin, which was second only to the captain's cabin.

He knocked on the hatch and saw two familiar faces.

It was Luca of the Corleone family, and Buck.

"I never expected to meet you again in this way."

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Buck smiled and said, "However—it's a pleasure to see you again as a passenger, Captain Cherries."

"Compared to those unfamiliar association elites, I trust you, an acquaintance, more."

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"I didn't expect that either."

Chalice first shook hands with Buck, then extended his hand to Luca, who looked delighted but whose movements were noticeably hesitant.

The latter looked somewhat surprised.

But seeing that Charys didn't ignore him like the others did, this worthless "bait," but instead was so friendly.

Luca quickly grasped Cherries's hands with both of his.

"Don't be nervous, young man."

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Chalice smiled and reassured Luca, who then seemed to realize something and released his grip.

"Since you're the one who's taking us home, I can explain less."

Buck sat back in his chair and muttered, "The Association must have explained the complexity of this mission when they assigned it to you, right?"

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"Hmm—indeed—"

Chalice reached out and poured tea for Buck and himself, not forgetting Luca who was standing beside him.

"Those old men who sit in their offices all day only say it's a secret mission. The type, the target, and even the specific details are all kept secret. All they know is that they have to escort a mysterious guest and follow the guest's instructions to assist him in the best of their ability."

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"Ha! Looks like you're annoyed by those old guys too!"

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Buck laughed heartily, showing no sign of feeling that he was "old" at his age.

"Everything has its advantages and disadvantages. The rigidity of the association system is not without its benefits. At least even you, the captain in charge, cannot know the details of the mission in advance, so others are even less likely to leak secrets."

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"Leaked secrets?"

Charys asked curiously, "What exactly is the mission like this time?"

Instead of answering directly, Buck asked Cherries a question in return.

"Captain, when I boarded the ship I took a look at your main guns, they should be the Sea Eagle series, right?"

"That's right, the Sea Eagle III."

"good!

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Buck nodded. "Even recently phased-out military equipment is still military equipment. Its power is guaranteed. After calibration, it should be able to sink the target with a single shot."

"Sink the target—"

Chalice raised an eyebrow. "This mission is to sink a ship? And who are we targeting?"

"Hyena Gang, you haven't forgotten, have you?"

Buck replied frankly, "Most of these stray dogs have been wiped out, but as you know, even the most ruthless search and killing can't eliminate all the enemies."

"The Corleone family is ultimately just a force hidden in the shadows of Maro Island. The Governor's Office turns a blind eye to certain things as long as they don't go too far."

"But since we have decided to launch an attack, there is no reason to let any of them escape. The calm these days has numbed those poor bastards who are hiding in the shadows."

"These guys are planning to leave Maro Island. They have informants in the port, and the Corleone family's ships can't sail out to sea without their knowledge."

"If they sense a threat, they'll hide in the winding, stinking sewers and not come out, but as long as the Corleone family's ships are quietly moored at the dock, they'll risk leaving by boat."

,"but----

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Chalice said in a deep voice, "They were able to guard against the threat coming from Maro Island, but they didn't expect that hunters who had been waiting for a long time were coming from Simon Island."

,"clever."

Buck picked up his teacup and took a small sip.

Although the tea served on the Homecoming ship was only slightly more flavorful than broken stems compared to the expensive tea enjoyed by the family.

But he drank with composure and ease, his appreciative expression as if he were savoring some fine tea that cost a gold coin per pound.

Chalice doesn't have that kind of thick skin.

Although it was tea served on his own boat, he tried to find a hint of fragrance in the scalding bitterness but to no avail.

Chalice then spoke seriously again and naturally put down his teacup.

"So the mission requires the Homecoming to go to Maro Island but not to dock there, only to cruise in the nearby waters?"

"Whether it's right or wrong, it's still right."

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Buck's expression showed admiration.

Communicating with intelligent people is both worry-free and enjoyable.

Sometimes, many things can't be said more clearly.

But there will still be idiots who come up with stupid questions.

It makes one wonder what kind of creature this is, or even how it grew up so successfully.

Although from Buck's perspective, everyone should have the same judgment as Charys, the fact is that even a powerful family like the Corleones, with its strong educational background, cannot guarantee that everyone is smart.

For example, Luca.

In fact, this guy is a direct descendant of the Corleone family.

Compared to his cunning and ruthless older brothers, this young master was quite "innocent".

Perhaps it was because she was too well protected by her family, or perhaps her family didn't want to put all their eggs in one basket.

In short.

Even though Luca showed extraordinary talent from a young age.

But his family never allowed him to become an extraordinary person.

Under deliberate protection, Luca had hardly ever been involved in gang affairs stained with filth and blood.

Buck had been reminded by the head of the family.

So usually, he would only offer a few pointers occasionally, without trying to force-feed Luca any ideas.

The Corleone family has no shortage of ruthless gangsters.

That's why "leisurely pursuits" were made on Luca for a harmless experiment.

If this seemingly insignificant move goes well, the Corleone family might be able to solve the problem that has plagued them for years.

Break free from the shackles of the underworld and go straight to a legitimate life.

As Buck's mind raced, he realized this and looked at Cherries with even greater fervor.

Luke's whereabouts—it seems a good choice has been made—

"It should have been me who personally took action to kill these bastards who dared to offend the Corleone family."

Buck said casually, "But now that the Homecoming is fully armed, Captain Cherries, would you be willing to use these enemies to practice your artillery skills in real combat?"

"Of course, this is a very good and rare opportunity."

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Chalice had no reason to refuse.

"I am undoubtedly pleased to have found a suitable target for testing my cannons in this sea area where there are not many pirates."

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"The Hyena Gang can monitor the family's ships, but we can also place signal sources on their ships."

Buck smiled and nodded. "I will guide you to find that ship, and if they pose a threat to the Homecoming, I will cover for you. Go ahead and do it!"

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"Thank you for your kindness."

Suddenly, Chalice asked softly, "Could there be innocent people on that ship?"

"no."

Buck admitted, "But if you're worried, you can destroy their turbines first to prevent them from escaping, then get close to the ship and pick them off one by one."

"I understand—I hope they'll give me a chance to get closer!"

Chalice had a general idea in mind.

He nodded to Buck, then stood up, nodded back to Luca, and took his leave.

The reason for asking this question at the end is not because Cheryl suddenly felt compassion and was afraid of hurting innocent people.

Navigators' Association; Corleone family.

These two forces seem to be his backers, but in reality, Chalice is not a direct subordinate of either of them.

He will complete this mission.

However, the details are worth noting.