Unknown Intrusion

Chapter 68 Going to sea
Actually, when Song Shuying first heard about Su Yu, she didn't pay much attention to this young man.

It wasn't just because Su Yu came from an ordinary background, being just the son of a captain, but Song Shuying herself understood that being from an ordinary background was a crime.

Under the constraints of social rules and class, one must be at least talented to change their fate, even if they are not naturally gifted.

It's just a matter of fate.

However, Su Yu became the top student in the academy, surpassing Cheng Qiaoqiao in talent. Even her daughter received help from Su Yu, which brought Song Shuying some attention.

Because the academy's chief discipline is in the field of physical science, not sociology.

He was somewhat surprised by this attention.

With extraordinary talent and seemingly good in other aspects, Song Shuying has always been more tolerant of talented people, especially one who is close to her daughter.

However, he had also heard that this Su Yu seemed to have a childhood sweetheart.

There's nothing wrong with his daughter being on good terms with him. Mu Qiang is perfectly normal for people like them, but they should still be mindful of boundaries.

However, what happened just now was quite shocking.

While physical strength determines the lower limit, sociology often determines the upper limit.

Not to mention Yingguo, even in Faguo and the archipelago, nobles have a tradition of patronizing talented individuals—not just professionals, but also scholars and artists.

The Luo family of Maple Kingdom, Duke Deschi, is a typical example. They have sponsored countless people over 300 years and have accumulated a large number of professionals. It is said that they have formed deep friendships with at least four masters.

Song Shuying was immediately tempted to offer her assistance; of course, it would be even better if they could become one of her own.

The Su family were originally one of our own, so that's quite possible.

Given this, how can such young people take unnecessary risks?

Focusing on improving yourself is the right thing to do.

【Favorability +7】

As soon as the notification appeared, Su Yu immediately felt Song Shuying's sincerity.

This favorability rating is the real one, but unfortunately, it seems that only those involved in the mission have a favorability rating displayed, and others don't.

Otherwise, they'd be cheating.

Moreover, the task was actually quite interesting. Sure enough, Song Qiongyao was the right person to approach it when she was unfamiliar with the situation. If she had spoken first, she wouldn't have failed on the first try.

I've basically gotten the hang of this main quest.

But when Su Yu looked at the blood-red words "[Deal with the Pursuit]" with a big exclamation mark, he knew that this side quest's crisis was something he couldn't handle at all.

Hiding at school might work, but there are always ways to force yourself to come out—for example, by threatening your family or Qiaoqiao to come out.

Su Yu immediately had an idea on how to avoid danger and strive for development.

Nothing is safer than the sea, nothing is safer than accompanying a fleet, nothing is more secure than personally rescuing someone, and the soul crystals one needs must also be obtained in war—this is a win-win situation.

"Sir, I've come to see you not only to tell you this, but also to discuss going to sea." After a few pleasantries, Su Yu got straight to the point and explained his purpose to Song Shuying.

Going to sea?

Song Shuying was taken aback. Could Su Yu be referring to going to New Island? But what did this have to do with Su Yu?

Why insist on going out to sea together?
Or is Su Yu going to sea to better support his father who is also searching for his father at sea?
"No, no!"

Song Shuying reacted quickly and understood Su Yu's true purpose.

To be honest, he could understand why Su Yu would have such thoughts.

Song Qiongyao had already told Su Yu some of the information she had obtained from him. Because her daughter valued Su Yu, and Su Yu was indeed worthy of the title of a gifted individual, Song Shuying was indeed willing to sponsor the young man. If she could make some investments before he fully rose to prominence, even if she didn't get a big return in the future, it wouldn't be a bad thing.

Having another professional friend would be a help to the Song family.

But this level of understanding was not enough to convince Song Shuying to involve an outsider in the Song family's affairs.

Of course, it's impossible for all those involved in such a large-scale overseas expedition to be members of the Song family. Most of them would inevitably be "outsiders," but these "outsiders" are not the same as those "outsiders."

Those who could participate in the Song family's voyage were either invited by the Song family and were collaborators, or they were people who had followed the Song family for many years or even several generations.

These people must at least have the ability to protect themselves and be useful in various aspects in order to share the benefits—the reclamation of the new island will not only benefit the Song family, but every follower will also benefit, and may even be able to step onto the steps of gentlemen or even knights.

Su Yu is a gifted individual, something Song Shuying would never deny.

The problem is that even gifted individuals need to grow.

Even those with exceptional talent who haven't yet reached their full potential still have a high chance of dying young.

Even putting aside everything else, does Su Yu have the qualifications to board the ship, go out to sea, and share the profits?
Song Shuying didn't look down on him; he actually thought highly of the young man. But how old was he?
How can one get an elderly person who has served for decades or even generations to accept his decision to cut in line?

Song Shuying shook her head and said gently, "I understand you're worried about your father. Old Su has been with me for twenty years, and I won't neglect him. I'll definitely find him for you. But going now won't help. Wait until you're older..."

Before Song Shuying could finish speaking, Su Yu knew that without demonstrating his power, it would be impossible to get Song Shuying to agree.

Su Yu spread his palms out and suddenly grabbed at the air. A faint white light appeared in his hand, which immediately silenced Song Shuying.

"[Blazing Beam]?"

This was originally her daughter's spellbook, which she had purchased at great expense. Song Shuying naturally recognized it, and although it was only at level 0, it was already able to guide positive energy, strike evil spirits, expel evil, and purify dark forces.

This white light cannot be faked.

Song Shuying's eyes narrowed. The [Blazing Beam] was a course that, according to its level, was usually only available to graduate students taught by university professors.

Even in special youth programs, it takes at least three years of basic spell learning before one can cast spells.

Su Yu simply couldn't have gone through that learning process.

Unless Su Yu possesses exceptional talent, he wouldn't be able to guide positive energy in such a short time!

Song Shuying fell silent.

Although it is said that the most talented can even cast spells on their own without a teacher, these are all legends.

Even those who can learn it in a flash are legendary; now, several of them are renowned figures in their respective regions.

This talent is the best stepping stone.

It's already worth sharing the benefits and taking some risks—the Song family actually knows a little about hunting bloodlines, but it has little to do with the Song family.

Song Shuying thought for a moment and nodded: "Okay, I agree to your request to go to sea with me!"

"call!"

Although Su Yu knew that Song Shuying would agree, he was finally relieved at this moment.

“Sir, I have something else to show you.” With that in mind, Su Yu took out more insider information about the boss that Xu Cheng had given him.

"This is..." Song Shuying's expression changed slightly as soon as she took the book and read it. After reading it, her expression became even more unpleasant.

"Well done, Cai Jiang!"

There's such a venomous snake, always watching the Song family!

Although her daughter's reminder had made her wary of Cai Jiang.

But he still underestimated Cai Jiang's greed and audacity; he had actually planned and done so much!
"No, Cai Jiang himself absolutely does not have that kind of power."

"Could it be the Cai family?"

The county has four major baronial families: Song, Lin, Cai, and Zeng.

Could it be that the Cai family is not satisfied with just being a baron and wants to advance further, which is why they put forward this third son to use underhanded tactics?
This actually breaks the rules.

Song Shuying's expression was gloomy.

(End of this chapter)