Chapter 67 is fully upgraded and begins to strengthen!


    ?The businessman in front of him has a fat belly and a shiny face. He is ten to nine points similar to Bekas on Duke Island.


    ?However, after hearing Xia En''s words, the businessman raised his eyebrows.


    “Oh, it seems you have met Brother She before?”


    After some exchanges, Shane finally understood that this businessman named Ganis was Becas’s brother.


    They are three brothers. When they grew up, they all worked as merchants in Tianqi Chamber of Commerce, working on Duke Island, Silver Moon Island, and Maple Leaf Island in the north.


    The three brothers often communicated with each other through letters and exchanged information.


    By chance, Ganis heard about Shane from Becas’s letter.


    ?With this relationship and hearing that Sean had a big deal to do with him, Ganis''s attitude became much more enthusiastic.


    ?However, after arriving on Shane''s ship and seeing the loot he took out with his own eyes, Ganis was still shocked.


    ?In his brother''s letter, Captain Shane had owed a lot of money before, and he made a fortune by going to sea.


    But even if it lasts, it will only be a business worth a few hundred silver snake coins.


    But right now…


    This batch of treasures is worth at least hundreds of gold dragon coins!


    The gap has increased dozens of times!


    As a qualified businessman, Ganis never asked about the origin of these treasures, but instead spoke cautiously.


    “Captain Shane, the amount of this treasure is too large for me to eat by myself. I need to report it to my superiors.”


    “Don’t worry, I will never reveal your identity.”


    His title has changed unconsciously.


    ?Shaan nodded: "Okay."


    ??If these treasures were sold in batches at small shops, they might be able to sell for a higher price.


    But that will also cause unnecessary trouble, and may even lead to the phenomenon of deceiving and abducting people from other islands.


    As for selling to Tianqi Chamber of Commerce, there is no such concern.


    The best thing is safety and convenience.


    ??Without even this bit of credibility, Tianqi Chamber of Commerce would not have been able to stand on the Seven Seas for such a long time.


    …


    …


    “…all the materials, weapons, jewelry, and ancient coins added up to a total of 243 gold dragon coins and 79 silver snake coins.”


    “Please take inventory.”


    After a period of counting, Ganis put all the trophies into the space ring on his right hand, and respectfully handed the other silver ring to Xia En.


    【Ring of Apocalypse (Silver)】


    ?【Quality: Rare】


    【Type: Equipment】


    【Description: A space ring prepared by the Apocalypse Chamber of Commerce for distinguished silver-level members. It is made by "artisans" secret path professionals. 】


    【Contains 10 cubic meters of storage space and cannot accommodate living animals. 】


    【With this ring, you can get certain preferential treatment when trading with Apocalypse Chamber of Commerce. 】


    【Produced by Tianqi, trustworthy! 】


    Obviously, after selling the loot this time, Xia En has been regarded as a big customer by Tianqi Chamber of Commerce, and it is normal to have some small benefits.


    ?Xia En took over the Ring of Apocalypse and put his spiritual power into it.


    It’s like breaking through a thin layer of thin film.


    A medium-sized space appeared in his mind, and hundreds of coins were lying there quietly.


    After taking stock, Xia En’s lips curved into a smile.


    It feels so good to have money!


    ?However, after making money, the next step is to spend it.


    Xia En raised his head and saw Ganis looking at him eagerly.


    “Captain Shane, is there anything you want to buy?”


    “You are now a silver-level member of Tianqi Chamber of Commerce and can enjoy a 20% discount!”


    Good guy, you are waiting for me here!


    Xia En''s eyelids twitched, feeling that these two hundred gold dragon coins would not last long in his pocket.


    ?However, he still expressed his request.?????“First, the supplies.”


    “This is easy to say, I am willing to give it to you as an addition to this transaction.”


    ?Gannis said hurriedly, it was just some luggage and not worth much at all.


    “Secondly, I need the best shipwrights on Silver Moon Island, high-grade wood, sails, artillery, steam turbines...”


    ??The most important purpose of Xia En''s trip was to conduct a comprehensive upgrade of the Black Swan.


    This is something he promised Xiao Hei a long time ago.


    A man’s promise is not a lottery ticket!


    ??It was okay to have no money before, but now that I have plenty of money, I naturally have to make arrangements as soon as possible.


    Don’t forget, Xia En still has more than 100 [Filth Crystals] that he has not used.


    The reason why he is useless is not to save money for the New Year.


    One of the reasons is that reinforcement takes time.


    As the amount of [Filth Crystal] invested increases, the strengthening time will also increase.


    ?Core components such as sails and steam turbines may become unusable if they are in a strengthened state, causing the ship to encounter unexpected events at sea.


    Another reason is…


    The same strengthening resources will, of course, be more effective when placed on higher-quality equipment.


    Good steel should be used on the blade!


    ??Xia En’s plan is to have the shipbuilder modify the hull of the Black Swan while it is docked at the port, and at the same time strengthen the newly purchased high-end components.


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    ?After hearing Xia En’s request, Ganis’s eyes lit up, and this business was a big deal.


    But after thinking about it, he said: "The shipwright, sails, and timber are all easy to find. I can arrange them for you now."


    “However, you have to find someone to purchase advanced artillery and steam turbines.”


    “It just so happens that I have a suitable candidate here who may be able to meet your requirements.”


    Shaan''s eyes were filled with joy: "Please Mr. Ganis to introduce me."


    Steam turbines and artillery were things that even money could not buy on Duke Island, but when Ganis said this, he knew there was something to be done!


    ??Gannis smiled bitterly and said: "As promised in advance, that gentleman has a very weird personality, and I cannot guarantee that the transaction will go smoothly."


    …


    …


    Gannis’s efficiency was faster than Shane expected.


    ?In just half a day, he found a dozen experienced shipwrights and brought several high-grade woods and sails for Xia En to choose from.


    ?These woods and sails all have extraordinary secret powers, and each has its own characteristics and advantages.


    ?Xia En hesitated for a long time before making a choice.


    【Sea Crystal Log】


    【Type: Material】


    ?【Quality: Rare】


    【Description: A strange tree living in sea water, which has undergone unique evolution in a special environment. 】


    Wood is strong and flexible, and looks like a special kind of spar. 】


    【After being made into ship hulls and decks, the "sturdiness" attribute of the ship can be greatly enhanced. 】


    【It can enhance the effect of "seawater control/affinity" and use the power of seawater to increase "speed". 】


    【Trees, are they amazing? 】


    …


    【Sail made of storm ray skin】


    【Type: Component】


    ?【Quality: Rare】


    【Description: The storm ray is a unique marine creature. After being baptized by the mysterious power in the sea water, it has become extremely large and has the ability to control storms. 】


    【Its skin is extremely tough and immune to damage caused by some sharp objects. 】


    【After being made into a sail, it can passively generate small-scale airflow to propel the ship forward and increase the "speed" attribute. 】


    【Sail, this power does not belong to you! 】


    (End of this chapter)