Everything was ready slaves were loading the trunks full of gold and other necessities on the ship. Wang Zhengyu and Xue Congming were discussing the route with the captain.
"There are two main routes first one is straight and it takes 4 days for reaching their. But I think we should take the second one", The captain said while showing them the location on the map.
why we cannot go with the first one? Wang Zhengyu asked with curiosity.
Because the first path is cursed, a voice came from behind. Wang Zhengyu turned around and saw Yan Yijian in his white and golden robe . With his long hair tugged around his ear.
Yan Yijian came close to them . Captain bowed to Yan Yijian while Yijian nodded his head while smiling slightly.
What do you mean by curse?? Wang Zhengyu asked.
11 years ago the southern continent was attacked by the the neighbouring countries and they were led by the powerful and the most ruthless general named Liu feng. Rumours were spread that he has some personal problems with the southern Empire that time .
After listening the named something struck Zhengyu's mind but he silently listen to Yijian and said nothing.
Yan Yijian continues;The Port battalion at that time was under the commander Bai Jun Hie. Seeing the situation Bai Jun Hie decide to run away . He with his battalion left the south city on the ship but before they can reach the island a lightning struck their ship and it sank in the sea.
After that day, No ship returns from that route. People said that the route was cursed and the ghost of commander Bai Jun Hie and his battalion were still sailing at the route.
Wang Zhengyu sighed and Said, "if no one ever returned from that route how can they say that the route is cursed. It can be just a rumour".
But , captain tries to say something but after seeing Zhengyu's determined face he just nodded his head in aggreement.
"It seems that second prince sleep very well last night", Xue Congming asked while turning towards Yan Yijian.
"Hm.. thanks to your hospitality. I am feeling very light ", Yan Yijian replied with a slight smile .
Before Xue Congming can say anything Wang Zhengyu jumped in to stop the fight, "I think we should hurry up as the sun is rising".
Xue Congming gulped his words which he wants to say to Yijian and turned towards Wang Zhengyu," As you wish but let me introduce you to your guards which are specially trained by me and they are trustworthy." He called the two man one in his twenties and the other in 40's . They came near them and bowed . The man in his forties speak. " My name is Shen Hongxi and he is my younger brother Shen Hangsu. We will guard you throughout the journey " .
Yan Yijian Chuckled slightly but become normal so that no one can notice.
Wang Zhengyu nodded his head and moved towards the ship with Yan Yijian, Shen Hongxi and Hangsu following him .
The ship soon departed for southern kingdom.
3 days have passed but there was no commotion in the sea.
Yan Yijian was sitting on the deck of the ship enjoying his tea while Wang Zhengyu was standing seeing the silent waves of water.
"It seems that they were just rumour", Wang Zhengyu said while sighing heavily.
"Don't jump to conclusions ,a night is still there . No one knows what the future holds for us", Yijian said while taking the sip of tea.
Wang Zhengyu hummed while nodding his head slightly in agreement.
His gut feeling was also telling him that this is the silence before Strom. But he has prepared himself for the worst situations.
The sun sets and darkness covers the dark sea. The moon was covered with black clouds floating in the sky.
Wang Zhengyu was sitting in the cabin with the captain and Yan Yijian while Shen Hongxi and Shen Hangsu were standing at the door.
What did you think captain how time will it take to land on the border of south?? Wang Zhengyu asked while crossing his arms against his chest .
If everything remains normal we will be on the southern port till tomorrow morning.But...the captain stopped while talking...
But .. , Yijian repeat the word signalling him to continue his sentance.
But.. captain continues,"as you can see the dark clouds have surrounded the ship and the air is also changing its direction. In short, we can say that in sometime we will face a Strom".
"I think we're already prepared for this kind of situation and there is nothing to worry about", Wang Zhengyu said reminding the captain.
"You're right jailer but according to the rumours we will soon reach the place where every ship which go through this route has lost and than never get found", captain said with a worrying expression.
But.. before Wang Zhengyu can say something a soldier entered the room and bowed and said ,"Sorry , for interrupting you but a large typhoon is coming towards us",
All of them immediately went outside and saw a large typhoon was coming towards them. Before they can react it has taken the ship in its control. Wang Zhengyu and Yan Yijian tries to control it by their magic but it was too late . A large lightning flashed infront of them and they all loosed their consciousness.