Cooperating with the Fleet Commander

"Kobok's wood shavings boots, best craftsmanship, 100% sea crocodile leather. Nothing's better!

You can't find words to describe it, can you?"

As soon as I arrived at the entrance of Kobok's leather shop, I heard his sales pitch. I have to admit, these goblins are really diligent. It's barely past opening time and they're already open for business.

"Oh, it's you guys. Come check out the boots I made... They're as good as sausages, Sun Busong. What a beautiful appearance, what a comfortable feeling. Let me tell you, it's like a sausage made with the best ingredients and the best meat. Try them once, and you'll never forget it!

Walking in them is safe and very comfortable, you have to believe me. Also, don't ask me what materials are used inside."

Anyone could be his customer. After finishing his introduction, Kobok saw that Sun Busong had no intention of buying shoes and asked again, "Are you bringing me those hides?"

Here, Sun Busong received a reward of 500 Treasure Bay Reputation and 8 gold coins, and finally took on a quest to kill the old crocodile.

"Since everything inside is done, only the outer layer remains. The outer layer must be made from the best quality old crocodile hide. This hide is even tougher than canvas, and it can be used to complete my perfect design.

Although it's hard to find the perfect hide, the hide of this old sea crocodile is the only material worthy of my design. Old sea crocodiles only come out to protect their group when other crocodiles are attacked, so I'm afraid you'll have to kill some ordinary crocodiles first to lure them out."

"I heard that old sea crocodiles are on the verge of extinction... That's really not good news for me, is it?

Nevertheless, I still hope you can bring me a piece of old sea crocodile hide!"

"You've surprised me! You found the captain's liquor! I admire you so much, friend. It looks like a big storm is coming outside, maybe I should have a bottle to warm myself up first..."

Whiskey Slim was very excited to see the liquor retrieved. The reward he gave Sun Busong was another type of liquor.

Strange Rum: Use: Increases your Stamina by 10 points for 15 minutes and makes you heavily intoxicated!

This was more than a dozen bottles of liquor! Since he had already given it, Sun Busong didn't feel embarrassed. He put it directly into his backpack and turned to leave. He was worried that the drunkard would ask for the liquor back once he sobered up.

Arriving at the room of the stingy Trisrick, he handed him a pile of troll teeth.

However, he didn't give Sun Busong a reward this time, but instead released another quest.

"I need some materials. Recently, the geologists of the Venture Company have been studying a strange blue crystal they dug out of the mine. Bring me some samples from those geologists. Of course, I don't care how you get them."

This quest wasn't difficult, and Sun Busong's professions required a lot of ore, so it was a win-win situation.

After dealing with the quest, Sun Busong found Yang Si, ate some food at his restaurant, and then inquired about recent developments.

His Reputation in Treasure Bay was almost at Revered. This was rare. None of the quests he had taken on were easy. If someone else had taken them, it would have taken at least several months to complete them.

"Officer, since this morning, I've heard your name many times from these goblin merchants. They are amazed by the speed at which you complete commissioned quests. This is a good start, and they will give you more quests next."

"However, to connect with the great magnate Rivegaz, you still need to take on more commissions, my lord."

Sun Busong nodded while eating, "Yes, after completing five or six more quests, my Reputation here should reach Revered, and then I can contact the great magnate Rivegaz. Help me gather more information about quests related to him recently."

"Yes, Officer!"

"Your cooking skills aren't very good! Come to the kitchen, I'll teach you a few things. I'll be here for more than half a year, I can't eat this every day!"

Sun Busong was very picky about food. Yang Si was only an intermediate chef. After more than two hours, Sun Busong taught Yang Si ten delicious dishes.

Yang Si immediately regarded Sun Busong as a god!

In the following days, Sun Busong and the Tauren could be seen in every corner of Stranglethorn Vale. During this time, they also had a small conflict with some Horde members. The reason was that some dwarf said it was immoral for a dwarf to order a Tauren to work!

What could Sun Busong do? Of course, he disabled them!

During this period, he won the friendship of "Sea Wolf" Makgora of Treasure Bay, learned the Fishing skill from the old man Hemingway, and held a barbecue competition with Captain Grizlik of the Sea Maiden with him on his ship. Of course, Yang Si was the one who appeared.

He also took in a subordinate here, Fizzlebang Finn. This guy contracted Stranglethorn Fever, a disease that can kill quickly. With the help of the witch doctor Ambargwa, Sun Busong killed hundreds of Stranglethorn apes and the wildman Mok, obtaining his heart to cure Fizzlebang Finn.

Fizzlebang Finn was a small fry among the Blackwater Bandits, but from the moment Sun Busong saved him, he would no longer be a pathetic wretch who could die from a fever!

"Master, I've already helped you connect with a confidant of the great magnate Rivegaz. When would you like to meet?"

Fizzlebang Finn's ability to get things done was immense. As long as there was money, there was nothing he couldn't handle. Therefore, Sun Busong absorbed him into the Imperial Guard, and now he is in charge of the Imperial Guard's finances and logistics in Stranglethorn Vale.

"The sooner the better. Time waits for no one. Heavy Fist and I are level 29, which means we can't level up anymore, especially Heavy Fist. If he reaches level 30, he won't be able to participate in the trial to advance to Professional."

"Yes, Master, I'll go contact them now."

Finn contacted the great magnate Rivegaz through First Mate Kraz, and soon Sun Busong met this goblin leader.

"It's a pleasure to meet you, the legendary Imperial Guard Commander. I am the First Mate of Blackwater Two. How can I help you?"

This goblin was very polite, after all, his job was to interact with people around him.

"I'm also very happy to meet you. Let's get straight to the point. I need your help with two things. First, I want to participate in the Treasure Bay auction in half a year. Second, I want to try my luck in the Stranglethorn Vale arena." Sun Busong took out a bag of gold coins and threw it directly to the other party.

Weighing the bag, First Mate Kraz bent down and said with a respectful smile, "Your will is my mission. I will handle everything you entrust to me!"

Sun Busong didn't stand on ceremony and continued, "I want to meet the great magnate Rivegaz directly. I heard he still has a few difficult quests that no one can complete, and I think I can!"

"That's great! Your deeds have already spread throughout Treasure Bay. Coincidentally, I have a quest assigned by the great magnate right here."

The quest from First Mate Kraz turned out to be related to the Blood Sail Pirates!

This put Sun Busong in a difficult position. However, for his own benefit, after much consideration, Sun Busong decided to take on this quest.

"Our ship is docked in Treasure Bay, and our mortal enemies – those damned, dirty Blood Sail Pirates – are wreaking havoc throughout southern Stranglethorn Vale. Right now, everyone here is either holding a bottle of liquor or a girl! I need a scout to help me with something.

Go scout what's on the Savage Coast, yes, that beach north of Treasure Bay."

The content of the quest was this.

What was there to scout? He knew the situation there all too well.

"You mean these?" Sun Busong took out a map with scribbled writing and some coins he found in a small boat on the northern beach.

"Oh?"

The first mate hadn't expected Sun Busong to produce the items directly. He walked over and took them, looking closely. It turned out to be a secret letter from the Blood Sail Pirates!

This was a map of Treasure Bay, with a red X marking the Blood Sail Pirates' current location.

"Your mission is to quietly set up camp here and wait for the signal from the Southern Command before attacking. If anyone tries to stop you, kill them without mercy."

!!!

The first mate was greatly alarmed after reading the letter, his expression changing.

"This is astonishing! So, the Blood Sail Pirates are planning to attack Treasure Bay? Have these lunatics gone mad? Treasure Bay will always be our Blackwater Pirates' territory!

This matter is more serious than I thought. I must immediately report everything I know here to Fleet Commander Kara Cape! These damned sea dogs might already be gathering outside the town..."

"Thank you very much, Commander Sun Busong of the Imperial Guard. I believe the great tycoon Rivegaz and Commander Kara Cape will personally thank you."

With that, the first mate bowed to Sun Busong and quickly departed.

Watching the first mate's hurried retreat, Sun Busong suddenly thought, I guess I didn't do anything wrong!

Not long after, the first mate returned: "Sir, Fleet Commander Kara Cape requests your presence!"

Finally, he would get to meet the two giants of Treasure Bay. Sun Busong felt his recent efforts had not been in vain.

Kara Cape was a Tauren, so Sun Busong brought Heavy Fist along. This fleet commander stood at a towering two and a half meters, his brownish-green fur giving him a majestic appearance. He wore a huge pirate hat, his chin-grazing fur braided into small pigtails, and a large gold chain hung around his thick neck.

What a nouveau riche!

"Greetings, Commander of the Imperial Guard. You've truly helped us immensely this time. The Blood Sail Pirates plan to attack Treasure Bay; it seems they've already left Seaview Cliff. Although the situation is not optimistic, the valuable information you brought has been a tremendous help to our fleet. On behalf of the Blackwater Pirates, I thank you."

"You're too kind! I have friends here, and I'm also planning to participate in the auction and arena in half a year. If they attack, my losses would be considerable too! Hahaha."

Sun Busong said humbly.

Kara Cape's eyes lit up after hearing Sun Busong's words. Sun Busong gave him a very good impression.

"I admire you, Commander of the Imperial Guard. Haha, the battle between the Blood Sail Pirates and us Blackwater Pirates has been going on for a long time, and we've long had plans to deal with them. So this time, we're prepared to strike a heavy blow against Philralen's fragile nerves! He can't even cross Crystal Lake in a small boat, let alone lead an entire fleet to confront us alone."

"The Blood Sail Pirates will definitely pay for their carelessness. Now that we have their attack plan, we can strike first before they even know what's happening. Rest assured, by this time tomorrow, the battle report will reach your ears. Please go and rest, I must take my leave to arrange our game with the Blood Sail Pirates."

After saying this, the fleet commander gave Sun Busong a slight smile, performed a gentleman's bow, and left.

When Sun Busong and Heavy Fist returned to their room, Heavy Fist asked thoughtfully, "Boss, is that guy very strong?"

Actually, Kara Cape's strength was average. How strong could a level 60 Chariot Soldier be? He wasn't even a Professional. But he had money! Half of Treasure Bay belonged to him.

"He is powerful, but his strength lies not in martial prowess, but in wealth and influence! Don't be envious! Your most important task now is to improve your own strength. Money and power are things that will come easily once your strength is formidable!"

"Yes, Boss! Haha, I was just asking."

Sun Busong understood the reason behind Heavy Fist's question. Heavy Fist was currently level 29 and had no channel to advance to Professional. He was still a Soldier. If he hadn't advanced to Professional by level 29, he would remain a Soldier for the rest of his life, even if he reached level 100. He would have no professional skills and could only rely on basic skills to fight!

"With me here, advancing to Professional is not something you need to worry about. Stay indoors for the next few days and learn about business and diplomacy from Finn. The quantity of beast hides isn't enough yet. In a few days, I'll start collecting materials and prepare for a big undertaking!"

"Understood, Boss!"

The next afternoon, Sun Busong indeed received the battle report. The Blood Sail Pirates' hidden fleet positions were ambushed, resulting in the deaths of three vice-captains and the destruction of three warships, with countless crew members lost!

I wonder if Duncan and those fiery female Mages are alright!

That evening, Sun Busong received a dinner invitation from the great tycoon Rivegaz.

They decided to hold the banquet on the warship Blackwater, which was several times larger than the Maiden's Love. The deck alone could accommodate over a hundred tables.

Because Sun Busong had instructed them beforehand not to reveal that he was the source of the intelligence, his seat was arranged a bit further back, not in the front row. However, this suited Sun Busong just fine, as he didn't want the Blood Sail Pirates to take notice of him.

The banquet proceeded smoothly and grandly, with countless kinds of food and Fine Wine. Especially the wines, many of which Sun Busong had never seen or heard of. He secretly signaled Finn, asking him to find an opportunity to steal some. These items would be perfect for honoring Old Man and Master Hammer!

Stolen goods taste even better!

Please recommend this book to your friends. Although it may not be exceptionally well-written, everything requires practice and learning. I firmly believe I will write better and better.