In the days that followed.
Leon stayed on Black Ensign Island, both to accompany Franka and his son, and to observe the state of Ryan's awakened bloodline.
From Ryan's personal perspective, the changes in himself were present, but not so conspicuous.
He didn't suddenly become a mutant with two hearts and three lungs, nor did he instantly become a so-called Beyonder.
At most, he had just slightly increased his strength and become a bit more mentally agile.
He's eating more and sleeping better now.
However, thinking about it, wanting to soar to the top in one step by relying on this blood awakening is obviously unrealistic.
The true preciousness of [Divine Blood] lies in its ability to be activated along with Ryan's growth, subtly and imperceptibly changing Ryan's innate talents.
This is not a short-term gift, but a lifelong BUFF!
As soon as he understood this point, Ryan immediately relaxed his state of mind.
I'm only three years old, there's no need to be too anxious.
On this morning.
Leon and Franka brought Ryan to the coastline.
Today's weather was exceptionally clear, with a cool yet not cold sea breeze blowing across the surface. The azure waves under the sunlight displayed a sense of crystalline texture. Ryan looked towards the nearby beach and water with a hint of curiosity.
Although he had lived on Black Ensign Island for over three years, due to the mark on his body, he had never been allowed to come into close contact with the sea. Only today did he first set foot on this beach.
"Ryan, I won't restrict you from approaching the coast anymore."
Franka stroked Ryan's little head and carefully instructed, "But this sea is still very dangerous for you. You must never swim alone in the sea, and when you come to the beach, try to have someone accompany you..."
Listening to his mother's nagging, Ryan solemnly nodded: "I understand."
He wouldn't risk his life just out of curiosity.
"Ryan, you can take out the "Bottle Ship" now."
At this moment, Leon beside him laughed and said: "Let's meet your Alice."
"Awesome."
With a hint of anticipation and excitement, Ryan took out the "Bottle Ship".
He could feel that after arriving at the seaside, the "Bottle Ship", the "Alice," seemed to be subtly trembling and faintly coming to life.
"Do you also want to come out and breathe some fresh air?"
"So, as you wish!"
A thought crossed Ryan's mind.
A faint azure light rippled like water waves.
Suddenly, a medium-sized two-masted square-rigged ship appeared on the sea.
Although among ships of the same type, the "Alice" was not considered very large, and compared to Leon's "Black Ensign", it even seemed somewhat petite.
For three-year-old child, it was already tall and spacious enough.
When he thought about this being a ship completely his own, Ryan found it even more pleasing to the eye.
Soon, Leon boarded the "Alice" with his mother and son, touring the deck and cabins.
These days, Ryan had long since carefully observed the "Bottle Ship", but viewing it from the outside and personally boarding the ship were completely different experiences! Looking at the towering masts and neat deck, Ryan couldn't help but sigh.
"What a good ship!"
Leon showed a triumphant smile and said, "Of course!"
"Whether it's choosing a ship or choosing a wife, your dad's taste is top-notch!"
Franka glared at him with a hint of coquettish anger: "Stop talking nonsense!"
Franka's focus was more centered on this ship, the "Alice".
Soon, she discovered something strange.
"How does this ship look so new?"
Ryan had already noticed this -- this "Alice" is too new!
Almost no signs of use could be seen on the deck, ropes, or cannons -- they were as clean and neat as if they had just come off the production line.
Ryan could even smell the distinctive scent of fresh wood and new paint.
It was as if... the "Alice" had just been built and was immediately sealed inside this bottle.
So, who exactly built this ship?
Why should it be placed in a bottle?
Ryan feels somewhat curious.
"At this, Leon stroked his chin," he said.
"About this ship, I don't know much either. When I acquired it, it was merely treated as an exquisite crafted item, displayed on a shelf."
"The shop owner doesn't even know that it is a Mysterious Ship."
Ryan's expression looked a bit strange.
Is this something you can actually get a deal on? Your luck is totally insane!
Though curious about the origins of the "Alice", since he couldn't get an answer for now, Ryan didn't continue to dwell on this point.
However, soon, Ryan quickly realized another problem --
This ship, he can't steer it by himself!
The "Alice" was not particularly large, but as a square-rigged vessel, it would require at least a dozen people to operate it normally.
With various additional crew members, a ship would need at least thirty crew members to complete a medium-distance voyage.
At his current age, Ryan can't even command three people, let alone thirty!
Leon had apparently anticipated this long ago, rubbing Ryan's little head and said.
"Don't be hasty, this ship is kept for you to use when you grow up."
"Moreover, I have already prepared your reserve crew for you."
As he said these words, Leon looked at Franka beside him: "My lady, the school I mentioned before... I'll trouble you with it."
Franka nodded and said: "I will carefully teach those children."
Hearing this, Ryan immediately understood his father's intention.
This is about establishing an elementary school on Black Ensign Island!
Students recruited by the school were, of course, the children of pirates.
Not only can it cultivate the children's abilities, but it can also raise their loyalty, indirectly paving the way for Ryan and creating a group of his trusted confidants.
When Ryan grows up, let those children directly become crew members of the "Alice".
Having such a dad is simply awesome!
At this moment, Franka continued, "However, you still need to hire a professor to teach combat techniques and swordsmanship."
"You know, my swordsmanship isn't something just anyone can learn."
Leon stroked his stubbled chin, pondering: "What do you think of Philip?"
"Are you saying, the third mate of the "Black Ensign"?"
Franka thought for a moment: 'His abilities are sufficient, but... is he reliable enough?'"
"Don't forget about Javier!"
A pirate's loyalty is built on violence and self-interest.
Once deprived of these two supports, or swept away by greater violence and interests, their loyalty becomes like a fragile castle in the air, ready to collapse at any moment.
As the "Black Ensign Pirate Crew" expands and transforms, Leon's enemies and rivals will only continue to grow in number.
As if Javier had done it on Ryan's first birthday.
It is said that he became a traitor after being bought, wanting to use the connective effect of curse through blood ties to cast a curse on Leon.
So, there were certainly people with malicious intentions lurking within the "Black Ensign Pirate Crew".
As a mother, Franka's primary concern was naturally safety.
"Philip should be trustworthy."
After experiencing Javier's betrayal, Leon could not guarantee anything and simply said.
"His daughter Bobi would also be studying at the school, which could be considered an extra layer of insurance."
"...Bobi?"
Hearing this, Ryan's expression turned somewhat strange.
"This name..."
Leon looked at him strangely: "What's wrong with this name? Isn't it quite nice?"
"I saw her a few years ago, she was quite a cute girl."
"Son, you must get along well with her, who knows what might happen in the future... hehe..."
Ryan couldn't help but roll his eyes.
Who talks like that to a three-year-old child?
However, for Bobi and the other classmates, as well as the upcoming school life, Ryan feels a bit curious and expectant.
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