Assassin’s Adventure - Chapter 105

Jon put down his thoughts, stepped forward and gave a salute: “Salute to you Duke, we were attacked by an unknown ship on our way back, and Colonel Adudin and other soldiers sank into the sea with the Explorer.”

“Then what about you, lieutenant, how did you survive, instead of sinking into the sea with your commander and ship, no one can prove what you said.” The Duke’s tone was very cold, staring at Jon.

“Sir, I survived on a desert island for a month just to bring you the news of El Dorado, this is the reason I survived, the ships that attacked us took the Colonel’s logbook, they had earlier in action.”

Jon was a little sad, the only force that supported him to survive was this, but he was not trusted.

“Where is the El Dorado?” the Duke asked, he needed to examine the authenticity of Jon’s words.

He doesn’t know about Jon, but he has only met him twice as Adudin’s adjutant. Now that all the soldiers of the Explorer have sunk into the sea, who can guarantee that Jon is not the mutineer?

“The Duke… the news of El Dorado…”

Jon hesitantly looked at Gordon and Coolidge beside him, and the meaning in his eyes was self-evident.

But Gordon’s preconceived notion had entered Strange’s mind, thinking that he already knew the news of El Dorado, and wanted to use it as a bargaining chip in exchange for conditions.

“Let’s be honest, there’s nothing to hide.”

Now that the Duke has spoken, Jon said directly: “In the Caroni River Valley, someone found Pedro Cabral’s shipwreck at the mouth of the river, and found a lot of gold from it, from the captain’s room. In the inner wall, a line of Portuguese writing was found.”

“In the fall of the angel, I saw the golden kingdom!”

The Duke was a little silent. He was thinking about Jon’s words carefully. Of course he knew about the Caroni River, because that river was not far from the southeast of Port of Spain. The water was very narrow and dangerous, and no one had ever explored it. , inaccessible and more dangerous than the Amazon basin.

And Gordon had a smile on his lips. He knew that his plan had succeeded, and the next step was the next step.

“Duke, Jon was indeed rescued by us on an uninhabited island. There is no problem with his loyalty. If the news of El Dorado is true, then the enemy is already ahead.”

Strange sat back down to what he was doing, and then let the others take their seats.

“Okay Jon, I need to know how you discovered the El Dorado. This is related to whether you should apply to His Majesty to send more soldiers of the Royal Navy to find your so-called El Dorado.”

“Yes, Duke, when the Explorer ended the exploration of the Amazon River…”

Jon repeated everything he inquired about at that time, including the old man’s words.

“Wait, you said that the attacking ship spoke Spanish and ended up flying the flag of a pirate ship?”

“Yes sir, I remember clearly.”

This made Strange think of one thing. More than half a month ago, Spain formed a fleet to sail to the Caribbean Sea, led by a ship with a green sail, but it was not a Spanish standard warship. Because of this, Probe The soldiers also reported it specially, but he felt that it was just an ordinary action and didn’t care.

If you guessed correctly, the purpose of that fleet is to go towards El Dorado.

This kind of thing must not fall into the hands of the Spaniards. With the help of this batch of funds, which can be called El Dorado, the Spaniards can form a new fleet, which is a great threat to the Royal Navy. This is absolutely not allowed.

“I need to see Your Majesty immediately.”

he said.

But at this time Gordon stood up: “With all due respect to the Duke, if the Spaniards have set off half a month in advance, it is too late to mobilize the Royal Navy, you can send a fast ship to mobilize the navy from the Caribbean Sea, or even from The surrounding East India Company stations have mobilized mercenaries to complete this plan.”

The Duke nodded: “It’s a good plan, but the premise is that we must have a ship that is fast enough and can support the long-distance voyage.”

The smaller and lighter the ships, the less supplies they carry, and the fewer people there are. It is really difficult to support the sailing for more than a month.

“As it happens, Duke, I have such a ship.”

Gordon’s intentions are finally revealed.

“Gordon, this is a very sincere bargaining chip, but how much can your boat be?” The Duke also smiled, feeling that the young man in front of him became more and more interesting.

“Enough to catch up with that **** green sailboat.”

Gordon is very confident in this point. The speed of the Jackdaw is absolutely top among ships of the same class, well, except for the Black Pearl.

“Gordon, I have to tell you that if you really want a qualification to the arms trade, a qualification to manufacture in the Royal Navy Yard, and then to take part in an El Dorado exploration, then you have to be a privateer captain in the service of the British Crown. .”

“Of course, this is also what I hope.”

“When British ships are looted and attacked, you must rescue and obey the Royal Navy’s call. Are you sure you have thought clearly?”

“I’m sure.”

The Duke began to appreciate this kid, and agreed with Burton’s evaluation that he was a capable, courageous, and thoughtful captain.

You must know that very few merchant ships will take the initiative to become captains of privateer ships. This job is most suitable for desperadoes, and it is to exchange life for money.

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Two carriages headed towards the Kingdom Council from the ducal palace. UU Reading www.uukanshu.com

In the hall of the Kingdom Council, the Duke and Gordon together, in front of the huge and gorgeous dining table, met His Majesty George, the most powerful man of this era, who was having afternoon tea.

“Salute to you, Your Majesty.”

The four of them saluted, and Gordon couldn’t help but complain.

Why is the most powerful person in the world not like other great men in history, he has the temperament of a leader, or he has the courage, even if he is not tall, he is very handsome. The king of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland in front of him is like a fat head Pig, well, Gordon’s thoughts can only be hidden in his own brain, and the result of speaking is to be hanged directly.

“Your Majesty, my soldiers have brought back the news of the legendary El Dorado.”

said Duke Strange.

“Well, Strange, gold isn’t as real as jewelry.”

His Majesty George was a little careless and put down the golden wine glass in his hand, which was filled with rich chocolate.

In this palace, there is no shortage of gold. As the king of this country, he has so much gold.

“The Spaniards already sent their fleet half a month ago, and we can’t let such a wealth fall into their hands.”

“Spanish! That **** God?” George’s voice was a little sharp, expressing his anger. Even if he didn’t want to get it, he would never allow the **** Spanish king to get it.

“I changed my mind. These golds are absolutely not allowed to fall into the hands of that **** guy. Strange, the soldiers who were assigned to the Royal Navy, are all handed over to you.”

“As you wish, Your Majesty, but here are three documents that need your signature.”