"Welcome to the Zaecuria Kingdom once again. We are pleased to have you with us now." The king smiled.
Noel nodded. Because he was accompanied by Anna, the other party was also taking out their Spirit Transcendence, as if showing them that they were not going to lose. And they would sure remember these faces, knowing full well that Noel and Anna would dominate the future.
"We are thankful for your warm welcome." Noel smiled back. "I guess you're putting pressure on me since we can't afford to fail on the expedition."
Noel subtly hinted about these three spirit transcendences before them. Of course, he used the expedition as an excuse.
All three spirit transcendences couldn't help but furrow their eyebrows.
They all knew that Noel would probably be the only one having the authority to say such a thing. After all, his strength wasn't the only one they should be concerned about.
Even if all five spirit transcendences fought in this place, the three people from the Zaecuria Kingdom wouldn't be so sure they could kill both of them together. Even if they managed to do it, two of them would definitely die, and the last spirit transcendence would be severely injured to the point where they would have to retire.
That was why no one really rebuked Noel's words. The king was aware of this and said, "Hahaha. Of course. The money we have spent for this expedition is the greatest compared to any expedition so far. I hope that you are able to lead this fleet well, Marquis Ardagan."
"I will do my best. After all, our goal is the same." Noel nodded.
"Alright." The king took a step back and shouted, "Marquis Noel Ardagan! Step forward!"
Noel did as he instructed. This was a formality that had to be done.
The king waved his hand. "From this point onward, I honor you with the title Prince of the Sea. All 600 sailors, including the admiral, are now under your command."
"I shall humbly accept." Noel politely nodded. Since he was a spirit transcendence from another country, there was no need to kneel when receiving his decree.
And with this transfer of authority, all sailors standing behind him, including the admiral, gave him a military salute.
"May God of the Sea grant you a safe passage." The king nodded.
"Thank you."
With the transfer authority completed, the sailors began to board the ship. There were a lot of people, mostly friends and families of these sailors.
"Is there any noble on board?"
"Yes. However, we have specifically mentioned that they won't be treated special. And it is fine to execute them if there is insubordination."
"So cruel."
"It is to ensure the order within the ship."
"I know. I'm just joking. Well, it's time for us to set sail."
"Where are we going, sir?"
Noel pointed to the east. "We'll be going to the east. But this time, adjust our path ten degrees to the south."
"Understood." The admiral nodded. He then gave the order to the sailors. "Let's set sail!"
"Uoohh!" The sailors began activating the runes, allowing them to propel the boat forward.
As expected, several people were on the deck, which caused a lot of confusion.
"Goodbye!"
"Please make sure you come back!"
The people were cheering and waving their hands. Some cried, some were proud. They were bidding their goodbyes to their loved ones, knowing full well that there was a chance for them to never return.
Noel and the admiral were staring at the sailors who were trying to look at their loved ones for one last time.
"We have to make this a success." The admiral smiled.
"Indeed." Noel smiled. As the ship got farther and farther away, the people started going back to their posts, determined to make it back home.
Without them realizing it, there was actually a group of mermaids following the boat underneath the water. And the one leading them was none other than the diva.