Chapter 192: Chapter 149: The Tiger Whale is Like a Mountain
The gift the human Emperor gave in return to the Sea Emperor was a completely polished Dragon-slaying Sword.
The Sea Clan naturally has disadvantages in metal processing, so they need to order a lot of their weapons from humans or dwarves. And due to the corrosion of seawater, ordinary weapons are extremely difficult to preserve in the sea for long, so the Sea Clan often has to replace their weapons. It can be said that the biggest aspect of sea-human trade lies in metal products.
This completely polished and corrosion-protected Dragon-slaying Sword was a gift the Emperor had painstakingly prepared. It was custom-made from the Golden Hammer, representing the highest level of craftsmanship in the land world. Notably, the dwarves’ favorite flat and straight style was fanatically applied to this sword.
When the sword was in the Sea Emperor’s hand, he was obviously thrilled by it. Especially when the human Emperor told him that this sword had been treated for corrosion and could be preserved longer in seawater, the satisfaction on the Sea Emperor’s face became even more evident.
A gift doesn’t have to be expensive, it’s about knowing the recipient’s taste.
Seeing this sword, Long Yi felt a bit nostalgic for the Golden Hammer. The fiery-tempered dwarf had returned to the Furnace Fortress several months ago, he wondered if he had become an elder yet.
Next, the Emperor delivered a short welcome speech, and then the Sea Emperor also delivered a brief outline speech. The gist was, this wasn’t a formal visit, but it was the first formal communication between the ocean and the land. He hoped that this communication would be fruitful and deepen the understanding and mutual trust between land and sea, as well as strengthen cooperation between the two sides.
Essentially, it was polite talk with no substantial content.
After that, the Emperor led the Sea Emperor on a tour of the Dragon Knight Academy under the guidance of Dean Xue. Only the Tiger Whale Warrior who had previously provoked Long Yi remained with the Sea Emperor, while the rest waited in a pre-arranged rest area. Just before setting off, the Emperor curiously suggested something.
"Perhaps we should have a student representative accompany us," he said.
"Indeed, the students here should be more familiar with the academy," the Sea Emperor replied.
"Then, Long Yi, please come with us," the Emperor directly named him.
Suddenly, countless eyes turned on Long Yi, instantly making him the center of attention.
Mr. Emperor, you really know how to add to my troubles. Couldn’t you have picked some outstanding student leaders or popular boys and girls to enhance the image of the academy? You’re having me, a third-year student, accompany you, isn’t that nonsense?
"¡Report! Your Majesty! Can I bring a few more people with me?" Long Yi yelled.
"Alright!" the Emperor agreed with a smile.
"Come on, let’s go together," Long Yi said.
"Who?" Ai Lin, Wesley, Chef, and Mosquito all asked in unison.
"Of course you four, I don’t really know about this academy, do you expect me to embarrass myself?
"Um um um, Brother Long, you’re like my own brother," Wesley was so excited he was almost crying. He had never been spotlighted like this in his life!
"Make it up to me by being my loyal servants in the future, now let’s go!"
And so, a group of people, along with a chunky Bajie, made their way to the Emperor under gazes filled with envy and anticipation.
"Young man, have we met before?" The Sea Emperor seemed a bit puzzled because Long Yi gave him a sense of familiarity.
"I’m sure I haven’t met you. My name is Long Yi, a third-year student. This is Ai Lin, this is Wesley, this is Chef, this is Mosquito, this is Bajie, this is Xiaoyou, oh right, this is Little Zi." Long Yi immediately introduced everyone around him to both sides, the Emperor and the Sea Emperor. Wesley was overwhelmed with excitement at seeing the land and sea rulers from such a close distance, his legs were even a bit shaky. He wasn’t entirely sure if it was the Tiger Whale Warrior that scared him.
"Nice to meet you," the Sea Emperor nodded. "However, from your tone, it seems like you haven’t met me but you’ve met other royal members?"
"Yes," Long Yi nodded. "I’ve met your daughter, Princess Mina."
Long Yi wisely didn’t mention the trident, because Wesley once said, possessing the Sea Clan’s trident is very troubling, and Long Yi really hates trouble. Especially for people like Long Yi who soar in the sky, they have a natural aversion to the sea. A fighter pilot falling into the ocean can only mean one thing.
Long Yi’s instructor once said this.
A good pilot should never have to touch seawater in their lifetime.
The Sea Emperor was taken aback, then understood.
"Oh! I see, I understand!" The Sea Emperor smiled but didn’t ask about the trident. He noticed that Long Yi didn’t mention the trident, clearly this young man knew his priorities.
"Hi, big brother!"
Little Princess Mina swam over, her face flushed as she looked at Long Yi.
"Hello! We finally meet!" Long Yi said with a smile. Indeed, this little mermaid loli was even cuter than when he saw her in the Dragon God’s realm!
"From today on, we’ll be classmates, big brother, you must take good care of me," Mina said, her eyes wide.
"Don’t worry, leave it to me!" Long Yi took on the responsibility without a second thought.
