System vs Rebirth

The ship was swaying left and right as they crossed the sea. It was still a rather peaceful sea, so the soldiers kept going without much care.

Anna was maintaining her vision on the sea, ensuring there was no extraordinary presence sneaking up on them.

Meanwhile, Noel and the admiral were roaming around the sea.

"It's really peaceful today." The admiral smiled. "It seems that the Sea God is answering our prayers. I hope we can continue like this until we reach our destination."

"Is it normally not peaceful?" Noel asked.

"Yes. From the record I get, most of the time, there will be some demons. As we cross farther and farther, the demon increases. We are about to reach the deep sea soon, so that's where a lot of demons are coming.

"Those fish are much stronger than the ones in the shallow sea. That's why the soldiers are already prepared to lay down their lives."

"Hmmm…" Noel looked down, falling into deep thought. "The soldiers don't need to lay down their lives. We still have the runes."

"That's what I'd like to use as well, but that's not necessarily good for the crews. If we spoil them too much, there's a chance the barrier will be taken down due to the lack of supply of spiritual energy.

"After all, we'll be under constant attack. If we waste the spiritual energy, we might run out of demon crystals before reaching the land.

"Besides, it will be good training. If there are more dangerous demons hiding in the deep sea, we will have to handle it. There's a chance an army of fish will come to swarm us.

"Or even worse, they will come with a storm and high waves. It'll be chaotic."

"Hoh?" Noel nodded in understanding. "That's certainly a problem."

"That's why I can't spoil the crews too much. The sea can be said to be much harsher than the land or the sky. In one of our records, it's said that the previous civilization has conquered the land and the sky, or even reached beyond it. However, they have never conquered the sea."

Noel listened to him attentively, curious about his knowledge.

"So you're going to send out the people if we're attacked?"

"Yes. Of course, we'll activate the barrier to ensure the ship is not damaged, but I want the crews to leap into the sea and kill the demons. Obviously, because the fish can swim freely in the water while my soldiers can't, they'll be at a disadvantage.

"Normally, a spirit master can defeat a peak level demon and a spirit grandmaster can handle a superior demon. However, in the sea, a spirit master could only fight against an advanced level demon. It's because they're unable to move freely.

"Of course, the stronger you are or the more effective your ability is, you are bound to have the ability to fight a demon of your equal.

"That's why when I know that both you and your wife are coming, you two should be able to take down an ancient demon if they ever come to the surface."

"An ancient demon, huh?" Noel closed his eyes. "Will they appear? Or do you have any record of them appearing in the expedition?"

"There are several records. In one record, it's said that their ship is attacked by a giant octopus. In another record, there is a huge sword puncturing the fleet. It's a group of swordfish, and the strongest of them crush the entire ship easily."

"I see." Noel had Diva as his trump card. Her ability to fight underwater was unmatched.

If he and Anna could only fight one ancient demon together. In that case, the diva could take care of another one.

But it seemed he had to train the crews even if he didn't like it.

"Still, to think there are so many ancient demons appearing in the expedition… In the Muivell Kingdom, the last ancient demon recorded was a long time ago."

"Hahaha. The sea is unexplored after all, so it can't be helped." The admiral chuckled. "Besides, most of the time, their appearance has to be kept a secret due to the potential of destruction they bring."

"That's true." Noel agreed. He continued asking several questions, which would directly influence the trip.

After knowing everything, he had to change his plan a little bit, especially regarding the escort from the diva.

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Later that night, Noel came out of his room and headed to the edge of the ship. Without anyone realizing, he jumped off and froze the sea a little bit.

While standing on top of the sea, Noel looked down as a shadow emerged from the sea. It was the diva.

"It seems you should go ahead for a bit, just to let the demons come and attack us. This way, we can train the soldiers to face a much more formidable foe. If they're prepared, it will increase the chance of succeeding."

The diva shook her head. "I will try that, but the entire day, the fish are simply going away. It's not just my aura. It seems they are fearing yours and Anna's. The combination of us three scares the small demons away. Unless there is a peak level demon, if not a superior demon, I don't think there will be an attack."

Noel considered his plan carefully. "Should I ask you to bring in some demons?"

"That's possible. I will also stay a bit further ahead to avoid disrupting the smaller demons, but I can't guarantee."

"In that case, please do that. Also, if you find anything suspicious, especially related to an ancient demon, inform me immediately."

"Alright. If there's nothing, we'll just talk like this every night."

"Yep. Sorry for making you work all the time."

"It's fine. Besides, I'm also curious about this new land. There's always a possibility of us coming there independently." The diva nodded.

"True." Noel agreed. "Anyway, I should go back now."

"Yep. Good luck." The diva returned to the water while Noel jumped back to the ship.