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Cry~ Cry~
Atop the vast, azure ocean.
White seabirds circled above the sapphire-like sea surface, not far from them was a three-masted sailing ship.
Perhaps tired from flying, one bird with white feathers and a black bill landed on the central mast of the sailing ship to rest for a while.
From its perspective looking down, a group of short-sleeved crew members gathered on the deck below.
Among them was a dark-skinned, strong-built middle-aged man who was addressing the gathered sailors.
"As you can see, Blackstone Island has been occupied by the Evil God!"
The second mate surveyed the crew, slowly speaking with a deep voice.
"The captain, the first mate, and a few sailors were lured and corrupted by the Evil God and have been slain by the honourable wizard!"
"Because of this, we were fortunate to escape Blackstone Island."
"Otherwise... we might now have fallen, just like the captain and the others."
"Thank the respected wizard!"
