The sea was calm and the sky clear near the coast.
The azure sea was gently rippled, looking exceptionally beautiful in the afternoon sunlight.
However, the atmosphere on the scene was somewhat serious.
A two-masted sailing ship had lowered its sails and was waiting in place for another smaller ship that was approaching from not far away.
Woo~
The smaller ship, with many sails, was very fast, cutting through the sea with its curved hull and raising white foam as it quickly approached the [Mermaid].
Everyone on the [Mermaid] gripped their weapons, holding their breath in anticipation of the enemy's approach.
At this moment, were they about to engage in their first battle against the infamous pirates they had only heard about from other places?
Many sailors who were on a ship for the first time clenched their jaws tightly, sweat starting to seep through their tightly grasped hands.
"Brothers, prepare for battle!"
Captain Loren shouted loudly, boosting everyone's morale:
