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Under Lynn Luyao's suggestion, the Warship's speed decreased significantly, and its altitude increased, now soaring three miles above the sea surface. Even if the Sea Tribe launched a sudden attack, they would have time to react.
Wei Chen agreed with Lynn Luyao's caution; after all, they were now in the Endless Sea, and it was wise to be careful in everything.
"Lynn Luyao, you seem quite familiar with the Endless Sea. You know where all the islands are!"
Having spent some time together, Wei Chen could now speak to Lynn Luyao with a friendly tone.
Lynn Luyao nodded, "Of course. Otherwise, why would my grandfather send me to be your guide?"
Hearing this, Wei Chen felt a bit awkward. Lin Song had deliberately sent the most outstanding member of their family to guide him, likely as a precaution in case something went wrong. If anything happened to him, the Black Magic Palace would shift all the blame onto the Red Demon Tribe and launch a bloody retaliation. Wei Chen believed that with the temperament of the Dark Mage, such actions were entirely possible.
Despite his gentle demeanor towards Wei Chen, the Dark Mage was far from harmless. His reputation within the Black Magic Clan was built on countless massacres.
Indeed, it was massacres.
In his early years, the Dark Mage not only killed countless people from the Nine Immortal Realm on the battlefield but also eliminated many within the Black Magic Clan. Any family that defied his orders was ruthlessly wiped out. The prominent families in today's Black Magic Clan were those who had loyally followed him back then; those who opposed him had long since vanished from this world.
Yes, that was how it was—Dark Mage was that kind of person.
However, as time passed, many had forgotten about the Dark Mage's bloody past. Now everyone in the Black Magic Clan believed he was a benevolent leader who cared for his people. The once bloodthirsty aura around him had gradually faded.
Yet Wei Chen knew deeply that the current lack of bloodlust from the Dark Mage was merely because no one dared to provoke him too much. With his current strength and the unity within the Black Magic Clan, who would dare to offend him?
No one dared; absolutely no one.
Even the Dragon Clan kept their distance from the Dark Mage.
As Wei Chen spent more time with him, he increasingly sensed a chilling aura of killing intent surrounding the Dark Mage.
Wei Chen had no doubt that if anything were to happen to him in the Endless Sea, it would spell disaster for any guide sent by the Red Demon Tribe.
The Red Demon Tribe deliberately chose Lynn Luyao to be their guide, hoping that in extreme situations, she would provide them with more leverage. "Demon Emperor," they said, "look at us, the Red Demon Tribe, obeying the orders of the Young Mistress, and yet we have sent out our most outstanding talents!"
In that case, the Dark Mage's blade would not fall upon the Red Demon Tribe.
Moreover, Wei Chen understood that Lynn Luyao's presence had another layer of meaning: it was an attempt to interact with him.
He was aware of the rules of the Demon Realm; intermarriage with outsiders was not taken lightly. His relationship with Ji Min was a result of both sides being equally matched in strength, a situation that could be described as a proper match.
However, outside the Three Great Clans, marrying into the royal family of the Three Great Clans as a wife was quite difficult; at best, one could be considered a concubine. Lin Song's intention was to let Lynn Luyao spend time with Wei Chen to see if she could eventually marry into the Black Magic Clan.
Unfortunately, Wei Chen had no thoughts of that kind at present. He found Lynn Luyao quite pleasant in many ways, but without shared experiences, he did not see it progressing in that direction.
Weirou, Zhao Yu, Ji Mei, and others had all shared numerous experiences with Wei Chen.
Naturally, when men see beautiful women, they often have such thoughts.
Yet now, Wei Chen had moved beyond those impulses. The basic instinct to desire beautiful women is inherent in men. Only when one can control such instincts can they truly be considered mature men.
A man's growth and maturity are often completed under the "embrace" of women; through various experiences, one naturally becomes more indifferent. Wei Chen always knew that women were the best teachers for men.
Having gone through so much, he understood the value of genuine feelings and would no longer seek possession simply because a woman was beautiful. Such behavior was irresponsible towards women and oneself. Responsibility does not merely mean marrying her.
From Wei Chen's current position, marrying a woman was an easy matter. Although there were laws within the royal family against intermarriage with outsiders, those laws did not apply to him; who could interfere with his affairs? The Dark Mage would prefer him to find more women regardless of their status; as long as they could bear children, they were considered good women in his eyes.
The Dark Magic Royal Family faced a severe crisis due to dwindling numbers; as long as Wei Chen was willing, he could marry anyone he wished. The Dark Mage would never object.
The irresponsibility mentioned earlier actually pertains to the nature of liking versus loving.
What man does not appreciate beauty?
However, at a certain level, liking beautiful women and loving one woman are entirely different matters.
That is what they call growth.
Wei Chen has already grown.
So when he has little interest in Lynn Luyao, he does not take the initiative to flirt with her. Otherwise, with his skills in charming women, who could resist him?
Moreover, given his status and abilities, which woman wouldn't want to throw herself at him?
But if he were to act that way, he would truly be worse than a beast. A man should have his own choices and thoughts; otherwise, he would be no different from an animal.
Taking responsibility for himself is something Wei Chen values greatly now. Even when the Dark Mage offered him four beautiful quadruplet maidens, he remained unmoved, and that is the reason.
In fact, Wei Chen knows that if he were to act that way, it would be irresponsible towards the Dark Magic Royal Family...
However, he wants to be responsible for himself even more.
He views Lynn Luyao merely as a guide, at most appreciating her somewhat—on one hand for her talent and potential, and on the other for her beauty.
Lynn Luyao is not exceptionally beautiful; she is not the type of striking beauty that turns heads. Instead, she has a charm that grows on you—a type of beauty that never tires the eyes. The more you look at her, the more attractive she becomes.
Especially with the hint of melancholy in her demeanor, which makes Wei Chen feel drawn to her.
It is limited to fondness; in the end, there is no love.
"Have you been out to sea many times? The Endless Sea is quite dangerous. We have long since drifted away from the coastal areas where fishermen can catch seafood. By now, no fishermen have come here, right?" Wei Chen asked calmly.
Lynn Luyao looked at Wei Chen and smiled lightly. "Actually, I memorized all this from maps. I have never been out to sea myself, but our Red Demon Tribe's predecessors often formed teams to explore the Endless Sea. Knowing oneself and one's enemy ensures victory in every battle. Every eleven years, we are invaded by the Sea Tribe; we despise them deeply. But we cannot defeat them outright; we can only do our best to scout their divisions first. At least we need to investigate the islands within ten thousand miles of the Endless Sea coastline. After countless efforts, we achieved some results and created maps. Before meeting you, my grandfather showed me the maps and had me memorize them so I could serve as your guide. Otherwise, do you really think I am a great navigator?"
Lynn Luyao's expression dimmed slightly as she continued, "In a place like the Endless Sea, there are no navigators. The threat of the Sea Tribe is ever-present. While we are safe on a warship, once the Sea Tribe appears, we can detect them immediately and avoid a sudden attack. But traveling by boat is different; on the surface of the sea, no one knows when the Sea Tribe will emerge. Once they do appear, it means death."
Hearing this, Wei Chen replied calmly, "Actually, there is no need to provoke the Sea Tribe. The Sea Tribe and humans coexist in this magical realm; humans live on land while the Sea Tribe resides in the Endless Sea. It is best for both sides not to provoke each other."
"No one wants to provoke the Sea Tribe. It's the Sea Tribe that comes to the mainland every eleven years to plunder food; there's no way around it."
"But there are countless seafood products in the Endless Sea. Why do they still need to raid the mainland for food?"
Wei Chen had been puzzled since last night's banquet.
Even now, he still couldn't understand.
At first, Wei Chen thought that the Sea Tribe was raiding the mainland because there wasn't enough fish in the Endless Sea. However, recently, many fishermen had been active in the coastal areas of the Endless Sea, catching seafood, proving that there was plenty available.
Yet, in just three months, the Sea Tribe would be attacking the mainland. What could be the bizarre reason behind this?
Hearing Wei Chen's question, Lynn Luyao narrowed her eyes and said helplessly, "Dear Young Mistress, do you really not know, or are you just pretending not to know?"
Wei Chen replied awkwardly, "I truly don't know. Can you explain it to me?"
Lynn Luyao sighed and said, "Alright then. Do you think the Sea Tribe can survive just by eating fish?"
"Um." Wei Chen answered instinctively.
Lynn Luyao shook her head. "It's not like that. The Sea Tribe also needs grains. In the sea, they have their own food, which we in the Red Demon Tribe refer to as Sea Rice."
"Sea Rice?"
"Yes, it's similar to our rice; it's the staple food of the Sea Tribe. Who can live on fish alone?" Lynn Luyao pouted.
Wei Chen thought about it and agreed; eating fish all the time would be unbearable.
Lynn Luyao looked at him and finally returned her gaze to Wei Chen, saying calmly, "Young Mistress, do you know why the Sea Tribe raids the mainland for food every eleven years? What does that number represent?"
Wei Chen was stumped by the question. He had thought about it but couldn't find an answer.
But it seems to be related to that so-called Sea Rice in the ocean.
Lynn Luyao pointed and said, "Young Mistress, have you noticed that the sunlight recently is different from usual?"
With Lynn Luyao's reminder, Wei Chen suddenly recalled why things had felt strange lately.
Because he realized that the already gray-toned Demon Realm had become even darker recently.
"The sunlight has been weak lately," Wei Chen said lightly.
Lynn Luyao smiled and praised, "Young Mistress, you are wise."
Wise my foot!
Wei Chen pouted; was this really considered wisdom?
He truly couldn't tell if this woman was complimenting him or mocking him. But it didn't matter much; Wei Chen wasn't very concerned about others' opinions.
Lynn Luyao paused for a moment and continued, "The Sea Tribe's attack on the mainland is related to the weakening sunlight."
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