Ice Sea Lord: Starting with Intelligence Update

The massive city-class icebreaker resembles a sharp knife, capable of cleaving through ice nearly 1 meter thick, which is the source of its confidence in supporting such a large population.

Every now and then, floating airships hover overhead, their propellers churning up the wind and snow, proudly displaying their imposing technological prowess.

He Feng was filled with countless thoughts, all deeply moved by this display of human power.

"Those in front, bring your guide anchor over here."

The helmsman called out from the flank toward the cockpit, his voice tinged with weariness.

He Feng operated the control rope to lower the steel wire, which suspended the mortise and tenon structure of the parts, which slowly fell until they were handed over.

The two parts interlock, closely connected yet seemingly separated, and before anyone knew it, the Azure had joined the very tail of the flock of geese.

The steel wire taut instantly, stretching into an extremely long straight line.

With the White Crow City breaking through the wind ahead, He Feng immediately felt the ship move much lighter.

The fortresses among the geese are connected by gangways, forming a wonderful link, much like the chained ships in the Battle of Red Cliffs.

Connected section by section, forming a seamless whole.

He Feng also lowered the bridge beam, and the two bridges interlocked with the nearest fortress.

"What's going on here?" He Feng asked Lin Qingqing beside him, pointing at the scene before him.

"This is called a flock of geese. It is usually a business group led by the most powerful drifting fortress. Once the ships establish a connection, the bridge becomes the main channel for trade between the two."

He Feng seemed to be deep in thought, silently making a mental note of it.

Being trapped in enemy territory, it is even more important to prepare for the worst.

He Feng gathered all the crew members on the bridge and assigned them the details of the upcoming transaction.

The 500 kilograms of crab meat are insignificant and can be considered as a souvenir in this transaction. The real prize is the half of the stored Snow Crystal Fruit, which can be traded directly.

Its potent healing effects, coupled with its quality comparable to second-tier food, must make the people of White Raven City even more eager to try it.

The remaining crew members were responsible for guarding the Azure, and the heavy guard would reduce the chances of the thieves targeting it.

The crew members were full of admiration for Feng's meticulous thinking, and they all took on the task at hand with high morale.

Lin Qingqing accompanied him, serving as his guide in this transaction.

Regardless of whether his identity is discovered, He Feng can still claim that he is transporting hostages.

Able to retreat or defend—this was the method He Feng devised to best preserve the Azure.

"Oh, a new customer."

He Feng tilted his head and saw that the speaker was a middle-aged man on the other side of the iron bridge, who greeted He Feng and the others in a sleazy manner.

"I am Blackrock, the lord of the Blackrock, the fortress closest to yours. So I'm practically your neighbor, haha."

He Feng nodded and gave a polite smile.

I subconsciously felt a slight familiarity with the name of this fortress.

The Black Rock, wasn't that the unfortunate ship that was attacked by the Frost Bear?

He Feng glanced sideways at the enemy's fortress. Just as the intelligence had indicated, a large hole had been torn in the ship's central axis. It had been roughly repaired, and the overall impression was one of casualness, as if it were just there to get by.

"Hello, I am He Feng, the lord of the Azure. I am new here and hope you will be kind to me," He Feng replied.

"So it's Brother He, nice to meet you." Hei Shi quickly caught up and patted He Feng lightly on the shoulder twice.

"You're lucky to have found White Raven City on this icy sea; you're truly blessed."

"Good fortune?" He Feng frowned slightly, but couldn't help feeling contempt in his heart.

The other side is trying to force a sale, which could easily destroy his entire ship. What good intentions could such a person have?

"I could tell at a glance that you have extraordinary luck and are destined for great things."

"Brother, you're here to make a deal, right? Want to buy some good stuff from us?" Black Stone's tone changed, and his face showed a hint of embarrassment.

He Feng stretched out his hand and waved, his tone frank.

"Brother Hei, you're joking. It's not about what you're selling, but what I have to offer."

"Brother He, is there anything you need?" Black Stone pressed closer, looking around before covering his mouth and whispering in He Feng's ear.

"Brother He, do you have any wound medicine for sale? I'll pay a high price."

"Huh? Trauma medicine?" He Feng asked, puzzled.

I thought it was some huge deal. If we're talking about healing medicine, do the piles of Snowflake Fruits on his fortress count?

"Shh! Shh!" Black Stone quickly covered He Feng's mouth, as if he had revealed a divine law.

"Brother He, this must not be spread. If the people of White Crow City find out, Black Stone will be in big trouble."

"Hey, to be honest, my Black Rock has been really plagued lately. To hell with it, a bear sneaked onto my ship in the middle of the night." He pointed to the drafty hole in the ship and said pitifully.

"Because of this mess, many of my crew members have died or been injured. And damn it, White Raven City has been buying up drugs left over from the previous civilization."

Seeing the other party's dejected appearance with downcast eyes, He Feng could no longer refuse.

Since the other lord was willing to swallow his pride and personally conduct the transaction for the injured, it at least ensures that the other party is not a treacherous villain.

Faced with the future threat to White Raven City, only a sufficient number of allies can guarantee its survival in this catastrophe.

After all, the other party also contributed to weakening the giant bear's strength, and out of conscience, He Feng still wanted to take advantage of the situation.

He waved his hand, and immediately his subordinates handed him several bottles of gel.

To demonstrate the effect, He Feng took out a small knife and lightly scratched his fingertip, causing blood to seep out.

The gel, when applied to the wound, disappeared almost immediately; its components were scraps of the previously consumed snowflake fruit.

"Just make do with it." He Feng waved his hand dismissively, showing no pity whatsoever.

Black Stone frowned, then sighed reluctantly.

"Brother He, name your price, so I can give up on this idea."

He Feng smiled and said, "Enough fuel to sustain a 300-kilometer journey, and a friendship that is precious enough, that's all I need."

Upon hearing this, Black Stone was completely stunned; this was simply the most outrageous thing he had ever heard in his life.

But you can tell it's not a lie, it's completely genuine!

In the apocalypse, what's the value of friendship?

Is it worth the fuel cost of operating the fortress for several days? Is it worth the few iron plates used to reinforce the hull? Or is it comparable to a few pieces of dried fish?

The boy before him was far more naive than he was, but on the icy sea, only the naive were trustworthy.

"I, Black Stone, will remember this favor," Black Stone said, pounding his chest with his right fist, filled with righteous indignation.

"On behalf of the entire Black Rock crew, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to everyone!" Black Rock bowed deeply to He Feng.

With this matter settled, He Feng didn't linger any longer; these were merely minor incidents during his visit.

With a gluttonous beast still ravenously fed, the small favors offered were pitifully insignificant to it.

Once you're on the pirate ship, you're bound to do business with the pirates, whether you like it or not.

He Feng looked up at the colossal form of White Crow City, let out a long sigh, and, with Lin Qingqing whose face was full of nostalgia, resolutely walked in after crossing several fortresses.