Lind was indeed intentionally provoking, after all, the Solun Giant Dragon left a rather unpleasant impression on Lind; it was somewhat mad and stubborn. However, after observing Marsha’s reaction, Lind felt that the Solun Giant Dragon was not much different from the dragons of M Continent, and there were still normal dragons among them.
That group of mad dragons was merely twisted psychologically after being driven out of M Continent, while younger-looking dragons like Marsha had less deep-seated obsessions regarding M Continent.
Especially after visiting the experimental base and observing the air-to-surface missiles.
After watching the missile launch, Marsha recalled the equipment strapped to Regas in dragon form and instantly understood something.
“Your Majesty the Emperor, can these missile launch devices be mounted on a dragon?”
“Of course.”
Lind did not hide anything and replied, “But we still haven’t resolved the issue that precision at high altitudes is significantly reduced.”
It seemed that the high altitudes were no longer safe for dragons, just as this faction of dragons, including Marsha, had thought; the Solun Dragons had to look for a new path.
Looking at those missiles flying in the experimental area like fireworks, Marsha asked:
“Your Majesty the Emperor, I believe our time is very valuable, so I won’t engage in pleasantries. My companions and I have one crucial question.”
“Can the Solun dragon clan return to M Continent?”
“Of course, you are most welcome. In fact, we are currently collaborating with dragons on some experiments, mainly studying how you dragons can change your forms, that is, how to switch between dragon form and human form freely. This, of course, is all under the premise that the dragons are willing to cooperate. We hope more dragons can help clarify these confusions, and it also helps you understand your origins.”
“However, since you wish to return to M Continent, you must adhere to the rules of M Continent. I heard from those merchants who returned that you dragons built churches in Solun Continent, using them to enslave humans and collect wealth. This is not allowed in M Continent; even if you truly need those churches, it must be under the Empire’s control.”
Lind raised many points to note, although they were based on the principle of peaceful coexistence between humans and dragons, many of them were somewhat difficult for Marsha, who grew up in Solun Continent, to understand.
While many of the new generation of Solun Dragons wished to return to M Continent or find another way to interact with humans, even so, they still considered themselves proud dragons. For the dragons to make concessions, humans should be grateful; however, in M Continent, the situation seemed somewhat reversed.
Yet, Margaret and the Shogun Trading Alliance profited significantly, which put Marsha in a dilemma.
“There’s no rush to provide an answer.”
Lind handed the well-organized documents to Marsha and said, “There are many points here that can be discussed further. We also have development plans for Solun Continent. If you are eager for freedom and cannot let go of your status, dragons can consider cooperating with us in Solun Continent, but any cooperation cannot be as carefree as before.”
Marsha’s hand trembled slightly as she took the documents; it seemed that whether or not they went to M Continent, they would have to accept the Empire’s constraints, which felt too domineering.
“Coincidentally, the second fleet is already prepared to head to Solun Continent. If possible, Lady Marsha can return to Solun Continent with our second fleet and conveniently escort our fleet. Rest assured, the commission will not be less.”
Marsha inquired about the departure time and agreed, although it was much tighter than her planned return to Solun Continent. However, it was enough time for her to gather information and have a basic understanding of M Continent.
The scheduled return day soon arrived, and Lind personally came to the port to see them off, but it wasn’t just for Marsha; Sean was also heading to Solun Continent.
“Be cautious over there; don’t try to be brave. If you can’t handle something or encounter an insurmountable problem, pray to the goddess, understood?”
Sean nodded excitedly and patted his chest, saying, “I got it, brother-in-law. There’s no way I’ll get into trouble with the Lars Knights protecting me.”
“Don’t be too arrogant.”
Lind patted Sean’s shoulder and said, “After all, the magic development over there is quite wild; in addition to Supremacy Magic, there are other peculiar magics that we don’t have here. Be sure to consult the Rune Master I gave you; if you encounter any strange magic, let them analyze it before proceeding with caution. If you run into crazy users of rogue Supremacy Magic, keep your distance.”
Lena, who was already pregnant, also came to see them off; after all, it wasn’t good to stay cooped up in the room. Lena herself preferred to move about more.
“Don’t drink the water there, don’t eat indiscriminately. If anything happens, go to the church’s priest or sister first, understood?”
Looking at her serious sister, Sean helplessly replied, “Sister, I’m going to another continent, not on a picnic.”
Connor also arrived at the scene. Seeing Sean’s comment, he twitched his face; compared to Lena, it seemed Lind resembled Sean’s older brother more.
In the end, watching Sean shed his immature demeanor, Connor only patted Sean’s shoulder like Lind and said, “Don’t embarrass yourself. Let them know of Lars’s fame over there!”
Connor had also once considered having his descendants expand territory, but he didn’t expect that expansion would have to reach overseas.
At this moment, Marsha didn’t pay attention to the conversation between His Majesty the Emperor and her brother-in-law because all her focus was on the iron battleship in front of her.
A ship made of iron; this was not some fleeting fancy of nobles constructing a marvel but an offshore fortress built with all of the modern technology.
The magic situation in the Sea of Instability was very chaotic, but in any case, it was better than in the sky. After several trial runs, the iron battleship named Black Sail was finally put into service.
Of course, despite being named Black Sail, it actually had no black sails, and it didn’t even have any sails at all; it was merely named after its engine, which was called Black Sail, the masterpiece of Sidney, the Empire’s chief Rune Master.
This voyage wasn’t solely composed of the iron battleship; besides the Black Sail and two escort ships, the rest were mostly converted Avar warships.
However, after boarding the Black Sail, Marsha still felt somewhat unreal as she stepped on the deck. During this time, she had gained a basic understanding of M Continent, but since the war in M Continent had long ended, it was still her first time seeing the regular army of M Continent.
Indeed, this time, the ship was not filled with cargo like before; there were numerous soldiers and weapons, as well as so-called scholars and Rune Masters, alongside the formidable Lars Knights.
There were even many nobles who could no longer exert influence in M Continent voluntarily boarding the ship, preparing to go to Solun Continent to gain advantage.
This was also an arrangement made by Lind based on the information from merchants who had returned before.
Today’s Solun Continent was like a pressure cooker; previously, due to the strength of the Avars, it could still be kept under control, but with the shift of the Avars’ focus and the subsequent news of defeats beginning to spread, this pressure cooker was likely to explode soon.
