Cale slowly looked around the Ubarr territory coast that he had not seen for several months. He sent Ron and Beacrox to the Cliff of Winds to meet with Witira while he moved around with only Choi Han, Lock, and Pendrick by his side.

On and Hong chose to head to the residence with Hans, as they did not like water.

– Human.

Of course, Raon was with Cale.

– Human, that. That thing!

Raon called out to Cale a few times, but could not finish his sentence. But Raon was not the only one.

"Young master-nim."

"Mm, Cale-nim."

"...Oh my."

Lock, Choi Han, and Pendrick were each at a loss of words as well.

Cale could not help but look at that thing while trying to look around the naval base. 'Good thing we made it so that only those with the proper authorization could enter the base.'

Thanks to Alberu, who was extremely wary of the Northern Alliance sending some spies, the naval base was under multiple layers of security. That was why Cale was relieved after seeing the thing in front of him.

Choi Han pointed toward the Henituse portion of the coast with his finger.

"Cale-nim, that, that is a ship, right?"

"Yes, it is a ship."

Of course, this was Cale's first time seeing it as well. He had only received reports about how the construction was going through video communication.

Choi Han was mumbling like an idiot with a shocked expression on his face. An extremely large ship was in front of his eyes. "...Anybody will be able to tell that is a Henituse ship."

Cale, who was confidently nodding his head, actually, as Kim Roksoo, he was relieved after seeing the almost completed ship. It was different compared to the Korean Turtle Ship that he knew about.

Choi Han seemed to be just shocked at the size of the ship, rather than thinking about Korea or the Turtle Ship as Cale had.

Unlike the Turtle Ship on Cale's mind, this ship did not have a turtle shell covering the deck. Instead, the deck was open with turtle shell shaped walls on either side of the ship.

The plan was for many different magic devices to be inside these shell-shaped walls so that they can shoot up into the air.

"Haaaa." Cale let out a sigh after seeing the ship. He had underestimated his father and the Henituse family's way of doing things as he wasn't interested in all of this in his past life.

Raon, who had been quiet for a while, finally started to speak again.

– H-Human, is that all gold? Is all of that yellow actually gold? All of those shiny things on the ship are gold?

Choi Han let out a gasp. "It is a Golden Turtle."

The turtle shells on both sides of the ship were gold in color. Furthermore, there was a dashing turtle sculpture at the bow of the ship. Even the ship's mast had a Golden Turtle on it.

All of the gold on the ship was shining brightly underneath the sun.

"Young master-nim, I didn't know you were from such a wealthy family." Even Pendrick, who had no desire for materialistic things, could not help but gasp at the large amount of gold on the ship.

Cale looked toward them and clarified things. He needed to do so before they got the wrong idea. "I want to say this so that all of you do not get the wrong idea."

Cale noticed Mueller running over from the shore as well as Witira, Ron, and Beacrox heading toward them from the Cliff of Winds.

He then looked back at the group that was with him and slowly started to speak. They were all waiting to hear what he had to say.

"Even if the Henituse is the wealthiest in Roan kingdom, it is only gold-plated."

It was not completely made of gold.

Choi Han and Pendrick looked toward him with shocked expressions, but Cale had said what he needed to say, so he ignored them and greeted Witira, who arrived before Mueller. "Long time no see, Witira."

"Yes, young master Cale. Have you been well?" Contrary to Witira's happy greeting, she did not look well.

"I've been well, but you don't seem too good." Cale asked about it right away, since he didn't like to beat around the bush.

Witira nodded her head as if she had expected this and started to speak. She also did not want to waste time beating around the bush.

She got right to the point. "We ended up getting tangled up with the Eastern continent because of the mermaids."

At that moment, Ron and Beacrox looked toward Witira. The Eastern continent was their hometown and a place that Cale did not know much about.

"We gathered a lot of information thanks to that, but there is something that is difficult for us to do. I came while hoping that you might be able to help us."

"You want to ask me for a favor?"

"Not a favor, but an exchange of information."

Cale had expected this. It would not be something small, since the Whale Tribe said they would come in person. However, he could not feign ignorance and avoid them. He needed to know what was going on so that he could avoid accidents.

He was certain that it was related to the Arm again. If it was too difficult for Cale to deal with, he planned on passing it off to someone else, like the Elves, Alberu, or even the Gold Dragon, for help.

"Speak." Cale motioned for Witira to continue.

She cautiously started to speak again. "The ones who gave us this information were the members of the race that was known for being the strongest race in the Eastern continent."

'Strongest race?' Although that caught Cale's attention, he focused more on the, 'was known for being' portion that seemed to describe it as something from the past.

He felt a chill run down his back, even though there was no breeze. 'Just what is your aim, you damn White Star? Why are your subordinates go around destroying the strong Beast tribes?'

"The Tiger tribe was at the point of being obliterated because of that organization. We happened to run into their shaman-."

The Tiger tribe. Cale did not hear anything else Witira had to say. He blanked out the moment she said, 'Tiger Tribe' and blinked his eyes a few times.

"...The Tiger tribe?" Cale asked to see if he had heard correctly.

However, Witira thought that he had not heard correctly and stopped what she was saying to confirm.

"Yes, the Tiger tribe."

Just the name alone made it sound like it would be one of the strongest races in the Eastern continent. They apparently also had a shaman.

Cale couldn't help but wonder. 'Do I have some unknown affinity with animals?'

He was curious why he kept getting tangled up with so many different types of Beast people. Furthermore, they were all Beast people who were either struggling or in danger.

'It's not like I'm a saint or anything.' Cale looked around him.

Ron and Beacrox were already standing by Witira and Cale so that they could see if anybody was approaching them. They really were a sharp father-son duo.

Cale's gaze turned back toward Witira. "What is the information that you want to trade?"

Witira used her tongue to lick her lower lips after seeing Cale's gaze. Her mouth was going dry after seeing how Cale looked like he had no interest at all in her information.

However, Cale's mind was just in a state of chaos right now. 'What if I get tangled up with Tigers too? However since they are the strongest beast people in Eastern continent... maybe they are an opportunity.'

Cale was thinking about how to proceed in the future as Witira finally started to speak. "Actually, you do not necessarily need to give us any information. It is us sharing information with you."

Cale's expression became odd. Nothing in life was free. He didn't trust anything someone gave for free at all. He continued to stare at Witira before he proceeded to speak. "I'll at least listen to what you have to say."

Witira nodded her head and started to speak. She recited the information she had gathered while patrolling the Eastern continent's coast.

"The organization you mentioned before, Arm, has taken full control of the Eastern continent's underworld."

Ron's eyes headed toward Witira's lips.

"The Tiger tribe discovered that a portion of Arm had crossed over to the Western continent. While gathering more information about that, they learned that a large number of experts have already arrived on the Western continent."

Cale nodded his head. He knew that they would take control of Eastern Continent but not knowing exactly when it was. Still, this seems a little early than expected.

The other part made sense. The magic spearman, the blonde sword master, all of them were rare experts.

Witira observed Cale nodding his head as she continued to speak. "And they discovered that Arm's First Battle Brigade, one of their many battle brigades, will conduct a large scale move in the near future."

'Hmm?' Cale, who was trying to organize the information inside his head, stopped moving. "...What did you say?"

Cale wondered if he had heard correctly. 'What is coming over?'

"The First Battle Brigade. The Tiger tribe is certain that the entire brigade is getting ready to move."

Cale was at a loss for words after hearing this information that was earlier than he had expected. It should be around the time Whipper kingdom was at war with the Empire, that was when no one paid much attention to the sea.

'It seems my interference make this happen faster.'

Witira noticed the worried expression on Cale's face. 'I knew he would worry about it.'

She started to feel warm thinking that Cale was seriously worried about the Western continent. However, Cale was worried about his people, not the continent as a whole.

"Young master Cale, that is why."

'That is why? There's more?' Cale looked toward Witira, who brought over a useful information, but he hated the fact that she pushed the problem she couldn't solve toward him like it was a given.

However, Witira continued to speak, as if she was trying to resolve the concern on Cale's mind. "The Tiger tribe and the Whales are currently running around gathering more information. The Tiger tribe expects the brigade to move this winter."

Cale started to frown. Witira had said that the Tiger tribe was close to extinction because of Arm. So why were they poking their noses around digging up information? Were they aiming to get revenge?

"The Tiger tribe had a suggestion for us when they shared that information with us."

Cale quickly started to speak. He had a feeling that he should not hear the details of their suggestion. He felt like he was being used, even if it was not their intention. "I see. So, what is the information you want from me?"

That was his way of trying to brush it aside.

However, it was for naught, as Witira nodded her head and described the suggestion. "What they suggested was that, the moment the First Battle Brigade reaches the center of the ocean..."

Cale started to frown and looked down at Witira's waist.

Tap. Tap. Witira was caressing the whip wrapped around her waist as she slowly continued to speak. "We kill them all."

Cale let out a deep sigh. Every word that Witira was saying sounded like thunder in Cale's ears.

"The Tiger tribe thinks we should get rid of them and leave no traces behind. The ocean will be advantageous for us because we will be able to reduce the number of injuries on our side, as well more easily capture some prisoners to pry out more information."

"...Really?"

"Yes. It is a very entertaining plan."

Hoo hoo. Witira's laugh roamed around Cale's head.

'It's entertaining as long as their plan is ruined but I don't like this situation at all.'

Arm was one of the branches of the secret organization. That meant that their First Battle Brigade would be very strong. For that reason, Cale did not want to get involved directly with this oceanic battle.

That was why Cale asked his earlier question once again. "So, what is the information that you want from me?"

"Mm." Witira did not respond right away. She peeked at Cale for a bit, before cautiously starting to speak.

"The Tiger tribe is looking for some information in return for spying on Arm until winter time. To be honest with you, we want to provide them with that information if possible, because we need to get revenge on that organization as well."

Cale just silently stared at Witira instead of answering.

Witira then continued to speak. "It actually isn't a very difficult piece of information to get. However, I thought you would have more knowledge about it than us."

'Knowledge?' Cale did not hide his wariness at the fact that the word 'information' had changed to 'knowledge'.

However, Witira slowly started to explain what she needed. "They are looking for a large area that does not have many people. As for the temperature, the cooler it is, the better. Furthermore, they need a forest, and it would be best if there isn't any ruling power in the area. But it still needs to have a way to connect with the human world so that they can exchange any necessary items."

Cale could not understand why the Tiger Tribe would need such information. "Why do they want to know about such a place?"

"So that the Tiger tribe can move there."

"What are the Tigers trying to do?" Cale frowned. Now he knew why she asked for his help.

"Yes, it makes sense they want information on such a location because they want to move. That is why I was hoping you might know of a suitable place."

Cale could not say anything.

A place without people nor a ruling power. Cool, but not cold, along with a forest. At the same time, has easy access to trade with humans.

Raon's voice shouted out in his head. He sounded like a contestant on a game show who was about to answer the winning question.

– There is such a place! The Forest of Darkness!

Cale naturally ignored Raon's answer. "I'm not sure. I can't think of anywhere right now."

Why did he ignore Raon? Would Witira be asking because she doesn't know the answer? The reason she was asking like this was because she wanted Cale to be the one to bring up the Forest of Darkness.

"...Really?"

See? Witira's expression right now was one that seemed to be saying that she knows Cale knows the answer to her question. She desperately seemed to want Cale to say it.

– Human, you don't know? I do! Just repeat after me. Forest. Of. Darkness!

'Nope. Not doing it.'

"Yeah. I can't think of anywhere right now." Cale's expression seemed realistic. He really seemed like he didn't know.

Witira lightly bit down on her lips before nodding her head. "In that case, could you let us know if you remember such a place next time we meet?"

"Sure. I'll do that." Cale had no plans of doing that anytime soon. 'Why should I be the one to say it? I'm so annoyed.'

She's going to ask me to let the Tigers live there if I say the Forest of Darkness.

Of course, the Whale tribe would not ask for that favor without compensation. They would probably compensate him fairly, however, Cale did not want that.

Taking in the Tiger tribe that wants to get revenge on the secret organization was like jumping in front of a train. He didn't know them well, so he wasn't sure if it'd help or bring harm to him and his people.

'Well, it would be beneficial to have the Tigers with us when the Northern Knights come down.'

But he still didn't think this was the right answer at the moment. By the time Cale organized his thoughts, Witira started to say something else.

"Oh, the organization is going to send a couple of people across the ocean first in an attempt to find a sea route where they can avoid us." She sounded very casual.

Cale immediately asked back. "You're just going to let them do that?"

"Yes. We will just observe them."

The reason for this was obvious. Cale immediately answered back. "You want to see where they go."

"Yes."

He knew that was the case. The Whales probably wanted to know where they were headed. Those members probably wouldn't head right to Arm's Western base, but they should be able to gather some information about it.

"Alright, work ha-." Work hard. That was what he wanted to say before ending the conversation.

However, he looked around, feeling a lot of gazes on him.

'Aigoo.' Ron, Beacrox, Choi Han, Lock, and even Pendrick.

Although Rosalyn, Hans, On, and Hong were not here, the majority of his battle strength were all staring at him. All of them were people who had negative feelings about Arm.

'But it is still too much.'

Cale found it odd that their level of anger seemed to have increased, however, he could only start to speak again after seeing Ron and Choi Han's cold gazes.

"Yes, work hard. You'll share the information with me?"

"Of course."

"Good."

Choi Han was staring at him and Witira. He looked like he was ready to pick up his sword and run wild. Ron was clenching his dagger tightly.

'These guys have to calm down. What's the point of being angry at the mentions of the enemies?' However, Cale ended up having to say one more thing. "Ahem, let me know as soon as you find out where they are going."

'The things I do for my loved ones.' Cale peeked around once more.

Choi Han nodded his head in satisfaction, while Ron started to smile and mumble.

"...I need to make them cough up blood and starve to death."

'Such scary words! Because of me?'

"Umm, young master Cale."

"What is it?"

Witira pointed to a spot behind Cale. Her action made Cale turn around, only to see the Golden Turtle shell shining in the sun.

"Is that your ship?" Witira's voice was shaking.

Cale did not know this as he nodded his head. "Yes. To be more accurate, it is a ship that belongs to our territory. You figured it out right away."

Cale pointed to Mueller, who was fidgeting off to the side without being able to approach them. "He made it."

Flick. Cale's flicked his index finger as a signal for Mueller to approach, and Mueller quickly ran over.

This Dwarf and Rat half-blood were still short, but he had gotten a bit plump.

"Young master-nim, great to see you again. Have you been well? Hee hee." Mueller, who was smiling as he greeted Cale, was much less scared than before.

Cale was shocked, but he liked it like this. This was better than having Mueller being scared of everything. "Yes, I have been well. On and Hong want to see you. The four of us will have dinner together at some point."

Hiccup. Mueller suddenly started to hiccup. His shoulders closed in as he cautiously started to speak. "D-Did the two respected kitten-nims come with you?"

"Yes. They keep talking about you. They must be really excited to see you again."

Mueller's face became pale.

Cale did not know about this as he introduced Mueller to Witira. "He is a Dwarf and Rat half-blood and is extremely talented. Right, Mueller?"

Both Witira and Cale turned to look at Mueller.

Mueller flinched after seeing Witira's beauty, before vigorously nodding his head and starting to shout. "Yes sir! This ship is designed to have the strongest offensive capabilities and will dominate the seas in the future. You will never be able to find another ship like this!"

Witira nodded her head. Even she could tell that the golden ship in front of her had extremely strong defense. Although she could not tell how strong the offensive capabilities of the ship will be, she knew that it would be completed properly, since Cale was in charge of it.