Chapter 48: Binding Investment, and Strengthening
It didn’t take long.
Xia En sat at the table, looking at the delicious food exuding fragrance on the table in front of him, looking a little dazed.
It is hard to imagine that not long ago, he was fighting a group of terrifying deep-sea murlocs, and even broke into an indescribable mysterious deep sea.
However, the warm scene in front of him also made Xia En feel a kind of spiritual peace.
The shadows brought by the previous exploration of the depths of the [Secret Sea] gradually dissipated.
"It is said that some long-distance ships will carry priests from the Deep Sea Church, seemingly to protect the mental health of the sailors."
Xia En touched his chin and thought to himself.
In this mysterious sea, mental health is as important as physical health.
Instances of crew members becoming contaminated, mentally alienated, and turning into strange monsters are widely spread across the Seven Seas.
"When you think about it, you will have to trick a priest into boarding the boat another day?"
Xia En was thinking about these trivial things, but Joey across the dining table had a complicated mood.
The captain has been promoted, which is of course a good thing.
And Mr. Knight also became a Secret Pather a few days ago.
If you really think about it, there are still ordinary people on the boat, but I am actually the only one left.
Her role seemed to be limited to doing odd jobs, cooking, and pickling salted fish.
Of course Joey is not dissatisfied with his odd job.
It’s just that even she has a desire for power and wants to be a more useful person to Mr. Captain.
Just at this time.
A line of prompts flashed before Xia En’s eyes.
[Crew "Joy" has been living on the Black Swan for a month. Is he bound? 】
“So it’s only been a month?”
Xia En was a little surprised at first, but after carefully calculating the time, it turned out that it was really the case.
In just one month, he could go from a thin young man who owed a huge sum of money to a first-class captain with amazing physical fitness. No one would believe it if he spread the news.
Xia En didn’t hesitate much and thought silently in his heart.
"Bind!"
Similar to the situation when the Black Swan was first bound, it seemed as if an invisible bond was established between him and Joey.
【You have bound the crew member "Joy"! 】
【Get talent: Sea water affinity! 】
[Quality: Rare]
[Description: Your affinity for sea water has increased, and your swimming speed in sea water has increased slightly. 】
【It can simultaneously enhance the effect of the talent "Seawater Control". 】
【O sea, I have returned! 】
Xia En has not forgotten that after binding a crew member, you can obtain some of the crew members' abilities and attributes.
Obviously, this [Seawater Affinity] is the talent extracted from Joey.
Thinking of this, Xia En's expression couldn't help but feel a little strange.
Joy said that he has a special constitution and cannot go into the sea, but he has the talent of [sea water affinity]?
He opened the panel and looked at it carefully.
[Crew: Joey (bound)]
[Bloodline: Siren (rich)]
[Secret career: None]
[Talents: Sea water affinity, graceful singing voice, magic affinity]
[Skills: unknown swordsmanship, cooking skills, shooting skills, hull repair skills, Craftsmanship, archeology, navigation, sirenization...]
After reading, Xia En’s expression became even weirder.
Good guy, you really know a little bit about everything!
The content of the [Skills] column alone dazzled Xia En, and it was even richer than his skills.
However, it can be seen from the proficiency level that Joey has only learned these skills and has not delved into a higher level.
What Xia En is a little concerned about is the [Siren Transformation].
"In other words, Joey can temporarily transform into a siren, the legendary sea monster?"
Xia En glanced at the white-haired girl not far away and felt Somewhat incredible. White hair, red eyes, fish tail body?
It seems...it's not unacceptable?
"Mr. Captain?"
As if aware of his slightly rude look, Joey turned around awkwardly: "What's stuck on my face?" Got something?”
“Ahem, no.”
Xia En coughed twice and changed the subject: "Speaking of which, what career secret path does Joey plan to take?"
"What career..."
Joy's little There was a bit of confusion on her face. After thinking for a long time, she shook her head and said, "I don't know."
"That's true..."
Xia En was not surprised by this.
For example, before An was promoted, [Knight (Level 0)] was already displayed on the panel, indicating that he had long been determined on his own path, and all he lacked was an opportunity for promotion.
Unlike Ann, Joey is good at everything, which means she has the possibility of development in every career.
But none of her skills are considered specialization, which makes it impossible for her to make a choice.
It's a bit like an intern in a company, he can do anything, but his level is only that.
The most important thing is that I don’t know what I want to do.
After thinking for a moment, Xia En said: "Perhaps, you can consider a secret career related to magic."
The siren's bloodline is born with a certain amount of extraordinary secret power.
The [Magic Affinity] on the panel also shows that Joey has talent in this area.
One more thing.
This ship is still missing a spellcaster!
As we all know, a powerful spellcaster is enough to determine the outcome of a naval battle.
Whether it is long-range attack or defense against enemy spells, spellcasters can play an important role.
No matter which version, Master Fa is still Master!
Xia En’s idea is simple.
Since Joey doesn’t know how to choose, let me help her choose!
Isn't it one of the captain's responsibilities to properly explore the talents of the crew?
"Magic?"
Joy's tone was somewhat inferior: "A profession like a mage? Can I become that kind of person?"
In her impression Here, all those who are connected to the secret path with magic power are extremely noble. On Duke Island, all of them are famous figures.
For a little sailor like me, who has a humble status, relies on others, and looks strange, it is really out of reach.
But at this moment, Xia En's words rang in her ears.
“Why not?”
Joy raised his head and saw Shane looking at him with gentle and trusting eyes.
“I believe that you have such potential.”
“Furthermore, I will also bring you relics, materials, and even potions related to magic. Just treat it as me. Investment in you ”
Hearing this, Joey was slightly moved.
She had only experienced this kind of trust from Mr. Captain.
Soon, Joey's eyes quickly became determined: "Mr. Captain, thank you, I will work hard!"
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After eating, we gave directions to the confused crew members.
Xia En came to a corner of the cabin alone.
Here, several sturdy artillery pieces are installed, quietly waiting for others to use them.
Xia En walked behind one of the cannons and touched the solid barrel with his hand.
【Sturdy single cannon】
[One of the core components. 】
【It can be strengthened with "Filthy Crystals". The degree of strengthening is determined by the total number of crystals invested! 】
【Reinforce? 】
(End of this chapter)