Two days later...

Unaware of Theo’s anxiety, the five pirate ships smoothly crossed the ocean. They proceeded at a truly terrifying speed, as their sails were always filled with wind and currents always pushing them along.

Theo clicked his tongue as he watched.

Even the famously quick ships of the Soldun Kingdom wouldn’t be able to catch these pirate ships.

It was obvious to a sailor, but the speed of a ship was largely determined by environmental factors rather than the performance of the ship itself. It was always difficult to sail against a headwind or bad waves, no matter how good the ship. On the other hand, a cheap ship might be able to move faster if it was carried by the wind and waves.

These pirate ships were blessed with optimal conditions at all times. It would be different on land, but Theo could tell that these ships had an absolute advantage on sea. Normal ships would never be able to compete with them.

Randolph, despite his lack of knowledge about sailing, also came to...