Chapter 1073 - 630: The Hope of the Pearl Clan
Pearl Clan Tribe,
The clan’s fishmen were ecstatic to see Berion return and quickly gathered around him.
The death of the clan’s pillar, the legendary fishman Matteo, was already a significant blow to them. If their current leader Berion had met with misfortune, they couldn’t even imagine what they would face in the future.
In possession of the most fertile sea areas of Treasure Pearl Sea, the Pearl Clan was already under the scrutiny of other races. If that happened, it could be disastrous.
Anticipating possible difficulties, Berion had almost given up on competing for the leadership of the Fishman Tribe Alliance.
He had previously gone to the Church of the Ocean Goddess seeking assistance.
Offering to give up the leadership contest to ensure the other party wouldn’t target the Pearl Clan.
But now, it seemed like he was just wishful thinking.
The other party sent powerful forces to chase him and his subordinates to destroy him.
If Berion hadn’t fought desperately at the last moment, he might have already become their trophy.
It now appeared that the other party not only wanted the leadership position of the tribal alliance but had long coveted the Pearl Clan’s territory.
They wouldn’t let them go so easily.
The other party was backed by a Legendary Crown, a mountain of despair pressing down on the Pearl Clan now that Matteo was gone.
Had he not met Klaus, Berion would have immediately chosen to abandon all territories and lead the clan away from Treasure Pearl Sea upon returning.
If there was an opportunity in the future, they would return.
Otherwise, they would just continue wandering...
But now, the appearance of the legendary fishman Klaus had ignited new hope in Berion.
Moreover, Klaus seemed to have quite a good relationship with Matteo, which reassured Berion significantly.
Not hearing Matteo mention Klaus before, what does it matter?
For Berion and the Pearl Clan, the appearance of Klaus (Lis) was a lifeline in their despair, with no alternative but to hold tightly onto it.
Berion briefly spoke to the clan members, instructing his subordinates to tidy up Matteo’s former residence.
Then, bowing, he invited Klaus to head to Matteo’s abode.
"Under the crown Klaus, please come this way."
"Let me take you to the residence of Master Matteo."
It was not until that moment that all the fishmen noticed Lis behind Berion.
His towering physique and formidable presence shocked all the fishmen, silencing the entire village in an instant.
Lis scanned this fishman tribe, expressionless, and then followed Berion out.
Though the tribe’s buildings were simple, their size was truly substantial, with an entire shallow sea between the small islands filled with tribal houses.
Lis roughly estimated that there were over two thousand fishmen in the Pearl Fishman Tribe.
About thirty or so were golden-stage fishmen, while the rest were silver-stage and bronze-stage fishmen.
Yes, the individual strength of fishmen was at least at the bronze stage.
Despite strong individual power, fishmen were relatively lacking in wisdom and could barely use high-level magic items, making their actual threat not too significant.
Of course, encountering fishmen in the ocean was a different story; here was their main battlefield.
After the departure of the massive figure of Klaus, the fishmen regained their senses and lowered their voices in excited discussion:
"Did you hear? Clan leader Berion called that one Claus under the crown, under the crown!"
"A true legend, I almost felt suffocated earlier, felt that Claus under the crown is even stronger than Master Matteo!"
"I knew it, I knew the Pearl Clan wouldn’t end just like that!"
"Rubbish, wasn’t it you, Wick, who was constantly complaining and planning to escape?"
"That was for the clan’s consideration, you know? Preparing for a contingency can’t be called escaping!"
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A moment later, Berion led Lis to the core area of the tribe, where there was a significantly taller and more elegant house compared to the others.
It must be the residence of the late Matteo.
Lis glanced a few times and shook his head slightly.
To him, not mentioning comparison to Kane Floating City, even most buildings in Danerluo Port were better than this.
The only advantage might be its spaciousness, suitable for the fishman’s physique.
"Master Klaus..."
Berion guided Lis into the stone house, hesitated before speaking, only to be interrupted by a gesture from Lis.
Fishman Klaus overlooked the entire room, with eyes full of reminiscent sentiments, seemingly mourning his late friend.
Realizing this, Berion wisely chose to keep silent and stayed honestly by the side.
After a moment, Lis sat on the large, polished stone chair at the center of the room, shook his head and said:
"Last time I saw Matteo, I hadn’t broken through to the Legendary rank, was planning to tell him the good news, but didn’t expect Matteo to be no longer with us."
"It is really hard to accept."
Lis’s grotesque face appropriately showed a hint of regret, seemingly reminiscing about past memories.
Speaking of acting skills, Lis had never been ashamed before anyone!
"Under the crown Klaus, I believe Master Matteo knowing this news would definitely be happy for you."
Berion quickly said, his expression full of respect.
Whether Matteo was happy or not, Berion didn’t know, but he himself was very happy now.