A Strange Kingdom, an Invitation to Roger / Matters on Sky Island Settled, the Pirate King's Last Words

Rayleigh shrugged. He knew nothing about anything that secret.

When he had gone to that hotel to buy wine, old Tom had mentioned it in passing while recommending a special brew. That was the only reason Rayleigh knew even that much.

Roger's face tightened and flushed slightly. Suddenly, he suggested, "Why don't we go take a look?"

Rayleigh chuckled and nodded without a hint of restraint. That was exactly what he had been thinking.

Roger winked at Rayleigh twice, then shouted, "Lads! Change course! We're heading for the Hodwod Kingdom!"

"Yeah!"

Amid the cheering, the sailing ship bound for the New World turned east.

In Slytherin, the capital of the Suest Kingdom, Dongze walked down the street. Shops on either side had reopened, the smell of food filled the air, children ran about, and couples strolled together. Everything was getting better.

A patrol spotted Dongze and gave him a crisp salute.

Dongze waved to show all was well, and the guards continued their patrol.

As the new royal capital, Slytherin had developed especially quickly. In just half a year, it had not only regained its former prosperity but, as new policies continued to take effect, had attracted more and more adventurers.

Of the three Bloodline Inheritance holders, one was stationed in the coastal city of Mostan and another in the northern stronghold of Dibaya. They maintained order and carried out Dongze's assignments with meticulous care.

"Your Majesty, today's Bamboo Leaf Brew is fresh. Would you like a taste?"

A kindly-looking old man saw Dongze approaching with his companions. He smiled and came forward to greet them.

The old man was Neil Taylor, formerly the royal brewer of the Hodwod Kingdom. Disgusted with the royal family's conduct, he had quit in a fit of anger, and the king had banished him