This sperm whale measured nearly 20 meters in length, with an especially massive head and a slender, agile tail—it resembled nothing so much as a super, super-sized giant tadpole.
As it drew near, its heaving shape revealed that a harpoon was embedded in its back. This weapon linked it to a ship, preventing it from diving under water and forcing it into a frantic escape. Under relentless cannon fire, it was trapped in a desperate situation.
Gu Yu initially thought it was from a whaling ship in neighboring East Island, but then realized to his surprise that it was flying the flag of The Kingdom of Jushi. They must have encountered the giant while patrolling, and to prevent it from colliding with the shipping lanes, they had captured it and pursued relentlessly.
He had not intended to interfere, but another glance sparked his curiosity.
"This is a sperm whale, it can live up to 80 years."
