Huh? Are they all real?.

"You're not a vampire, and you've left them, so why are you still using red leaf grass?"

Red foliage is something only nobles with bloodlines would like.

Although it smells really nice, other races actually dislike this stuff that easily stains clothes red.

Upon hearing this, Lester took a few red leaves from his coat pocket and said:

“This was given to me by Young Master Bathory. He said that I might be able to use this to convince others that I am indeed a noble vampire.”

"What's wrong? Do you suspect there's some kind of magic formula on this?"

At this point, Lester's expression immediately changed, and he said:

"Should I throw it overboard right away?"

Moen didn't find anything wrong, but it was obviously better to be safe:

"Of course, it would be best if you changed your clothes too. I'll have someone get you a new set, but don't expect it to be as elegant and comfortable as what you're wearing now."

Lester smiled wryly:

"All I want now is to survive."

After nodding, Moen asked another question out of curiosity:

“You came here five years ago, so you must have been an extremely successful elite in that foreign land. So why don’t you commit suicide? That way, you should be able to live your wonderful life in that foreign land completely.”

Lester shook his head and said:

"At first, I fantasized about escaping, then I realized there was no chance at all, and finally I fantasized again, but now that you've said it, I really want to jump out of the window."

Lester couldn't help but glance out the window as he spoke.

But a moment later, he muttered something else:

"But I think I'll pass. This window is obviously too small; I can't get out."

It wasn't that the window was obviously too small, but that his hope had not yet been extinguished.

This place presents immense threats, but it also represents boundless opportunities.

Given his status as a stranger in a foreign land, he certainly wouldn't be someone who's content with the status quo.

Moen expressed his understanding, but also said:

"If I feel things are not right, please allow me to send you on your way. That way, at least I can avoid a lot of suffering."

Leicester accepted this, saying:

"Then I'll have to trouble you. I really don't want to be taken back."

For the next few days, Lester stayed with Moen.

Meanwhile, thanks to the ship's synchronized newspaper, Moen confirmed that what Lester said was true.

Indeed, many vampire castles are moving toward Seven Hills.

Because of the vampires' actions, the captain directly told the passengers that although they had not yet received any notification.

However, they may not ultimately reach Seven Hills, but will have to stop midway or even turn back.

He hoped the passengers would be mentally prepared.

People were very dissatisfied with this. Qiqiu was a very popular commercial hub, and after the farce involving the Northern Merchants, many people were eager to return to Qiqiu to manage everything.

If I had known this from the beginning, it wouldn't have mattered, but now it's almost here!

Although many people are worried about vampires, most people still feel that their wallets are more important.

The vampires haven't made a move yet, but if they can't make money, life will have to make them pay the price first.

Fortunately, the captain brought good news in the evening:

"Gentlemen, Seven Hills remains open to guests from all regions!"

As he spoke, he waved the official announcement from the Seven Hills Dwarfs in his hand.

Moen couldn't quite understand the dwarves' thinking.

But the passengers cheered.

Because this means things are likely to be very optimistic.

The threat posed by vampires is mostly just their overthinking.

And based on the current flight path, we should arrive at Qiqiu by tomorrow night at the latest!

Moen went back to rest while pondering, but to everyone's surprise, the next afternoon...

The airship, which had been moving at a constant speed, suddenly stopped.

Soon after, amidst the passengers' discussions...

The captain came out apologetically and said to the passengers:

"Ladies and gentlemen, we may have to stop here now."

"Why?!"

Someone asked the captain a question.

The captain said helplessly:

"We are not allowed to pass."

"But didn't you say yesterday that the dwarves still accept all guests?"

As soon as this person spoke, the crowd became somewhat excited.

The captain could only hurriedly say:

"It's not because of the dwarfs, but because the ferry crossing ahead won't let us pass."

"Why?!"

Many passengers knew that the ferry crossing ahead was their human-controlled territory.

"Because they said our ship clearly had a pass issued by Meereen, but the ship itself was made in the Old World. It didn't match the pass, so they wouldn't allow us to pass."

"Nonsense! How many countries can build their own ships? I dare say that at least 30% of the ships at this ferry crossing were built in the Old World and then registered under the names of other countries!"

The captain said helplessly in response to the passengers' complaints:

“Sir, I understand this principle and have argued my case. My first mate is still over there confronting them.”

"But they just won't allow it."

Immediately, the captain received the message from the sailors, and everyone saw a furious look rise on his brow.

He threw his captain's hat to the ground and said:

"Those sons of bitches, vampires!"

These words instantly caused panic among the crowd:

"Could it be that the vampires have attacked?!"

Seeing that the crowd was starting to get out of control, the captain hurriedly said:

"No, no, no, they are not vampires, but nobles who control the ferry crossing ahead."

"He stopped our boat because he wanted to demand more toll fees!"

Many people have come to Qiqiu because the situation there has gradually stabilized, and they want to return to manage everything.

Therefore, the newly appointed nobleman wanted to make a fortune from this.

Of course, his attention remained focused on the airships of those small countries.

Without connections or power, they usually have no choice but to obediently pay up.

Although they are also a small country, precisely because of this, they know exactly how to manipulate their fellow human beings.

"What?! How could they do this?!"

"They have violated the Lionheart Covenant! We must seek divine judgment!"

"That's right, make these hyenas pay the price!"

Upon hearing the familiar words "Lionheart Covenant," Moen couldn't help but look at the person who spoke them.

This is an alliance that I spearheaded.

As the Lionheart married the goddess of the Holy Lance.

The raging ocean gradually returned to peace under the goddess's rule.

Therefore, many people want to increase their stakes in long-distance trade.

They all approached Lionheart, hoping he could finalize a specific set of rules.

Because the sea is Lionheart's domain, and the peace of the sea is also brought about by Lionheart.

They want to cross the border and enjoy the conveniences, so naturally they need to consult with the host country.

Amidst the trepidation of all the factions, they received unexpected good news—the great Lionheart not only formulated relevant regulations but also directly abolished all tariffs!

In other words, anyone or any force can trade and move freely within the Lionheart's territory without paying any tariffs!

However, at the same time, King Lionheart also forbade others to profit from it.

In order to bind the rest of the people, he required all those who wished to enjoy such conveniences to sign a covenant with him.

All those protected by the covenant may move freely.

All that is permitted by the covenant may be done at will.

Countless emperors, dukes, and even representatives of deities signed the "Oceanic Covenant," later known as the Lionheart Covenant, with heartfelt conviction.

But at that time, airships had not yet appeared, so the alliance was limited to the sea.

As times changed, the emergence of airships brought about tremendous changes to the world's trade system.

In order to curb the rampant tariffs in various countries and regions.

Saint Constantine began lobbying various papal courts.

And ultimately, the maritime alliance established by Lionheart was expanded to the entire sky and the ocean!

This point is recognized and protected by major churches.

Anyone who violates the covenant will be subject to the judgment of the church.

Both of these great figures brought immense convenience to people.

Otherwise, the rampant imposition of various tariffs could cost countless lives.

Although the expanded treaty added many details, it no longer completely eliminated all tariffs.

But at least the expanded covenant still prohibits such ugly behavior today.

Therefore, many passengers clamored to go to the nearest church to request divine judgment.

But the captain knew they were wasting their time.

The other party must have something to rely on to dare to do this.

For example, instead of openly violating the covenant, they find fault in various ways, so that even if they go to the church to request a holy judgment, they will still have something to say.

At worst, they'll admit their mistake and let them go, but they won't care about the time lost.

Some of the more powerful ones are directly backed by the local church.

Going there will not only fail to obtain a fair judgment, but will also allow the divine judgment to fall upon your head.

Therefore, captains who knew about Du Ming would usually give him some benefits in advance to avoid being entangled with him.

But today's order is really too much.

The captain brought it up because he wanted to share the cost with the passengers.

After a moment of silence in the crowd, Moen walked to the captain and said:

"Captain, if you trust me, please let me go and speak with them!"

Chapter 207 The Hidden Dangers of Cameno (3k)