Chapter 226: Chapter 214: Ambush the Octopus Monster with a Net

When Da Fei’s retreat order had just been issued, the Order Flag Bearer came to report, “Captain, Captain Spielberg has something to say.”

Da Fei’s eyebrows twitched. Did he not want to leave? But he hadn’t expressed anything along the way; now he must be speaking up for a reason.

Da Fei hurriedly directed the ship alongside the whaling ship. Right, he still didn’t know the name of his ship either.

Spielberg came to the ladder to greet him, “Captain, are you heading back?”

Da Fei sighed, “Yes, for the fleet’s safety. Mr. Spielberg, do you have any suggestions?”

Spielberg was silent for a moment, then shook his head, “Since the captain says so, I have nothing to say.”

Damn it, you clearly have something to say, afraid of taking responsibility?

Da Fei immediately said, “I just lack confidence in dealing with this returning octopus monster. If Mr. Spielberg has a solution, I certainly wouldn’t give up easily, after all, we’ve come this far.”

Spielberg said seriously, “Captain, are you sure this octopus monster will appear again?”

Of course, because my Chamber of Commerce was cursed, wasn’t it? Da Fei nodded, “Sure of it!”

Spielberg nodded, “As long as we know it will come back, it’s much easier to handle. We can ambush it!”

Da Fei exclaimed, “Ambush?”

Spielberg quickly replied, “Captain, come look at my equipment. For sailors, the terrifying part of a sea monster is its appearance without any warning, catching people off guard. But as long as we’re prepared, we’re the fishermen, and the sea monster is no different from ordinary catches.”

As they spoke, the two of them went to the stern of the whaling ship. Spielberg showed Da Fei a large circle of fishing nets on the iron frame rollers, “This is our ambush tool! The whaling net!”

Staring at these nets full of barbed ropes, Da Fei’s eyebrows twitched, feeling hopeful!

Spielberg said sternly, “The giant octopus is a very famous sea monster. Its horror lies in crawling under the ship and using its extremely elastic and powerful tentacles to capsize the boat. It rarely exposes its body above water; its tentacles above the water pose no threat, and it will even spray thick black ink to obscure a large area of seawater, further hiding its underwater body, leaving the sailors at a loss. When a ship suddenly encounters a giant octopus, there’s almost no way to counter it. But not now. As long as our fishing nets bind it, its eight tentacles lose their power, and its ink becomes ineffective. We can blast it with harpoon cannons and ship cannons!”

That makes sense! This octopus is so sneaky, meaning my previous Illusion Army bait tactics were actually ineffective against it! Almost messed up!

Da Fei praised, “Great! Let’s do as Mr. Spielberg says, please find a suitable spot to set up the net.”

Spielberg nodded and pointed to the gap between two huge icebergs ahead, “Right there!”

Da Fei happily said, “Good, it’s all up to you!”

Spielberg shook his head and sighed with a smile, “Actually, I can’t say how much confidence I have. Mainly, the captain’s magical experiences along the way have shocked me, filling me with hope for this whaling action. I really don’t want to give up easily, let’s just get through this difficulty first.”

So that’s it! Surely he was deeply impressed by my brilliance! It’s a must. But this Spielberg seems to be an NPC with a story, isn’t he? Well, never mind that, let’s handle business first. Da Fei quickly said, “Since that’s the case, can I fire the harpoon cannon on your ship?”

Spielberg laughed, “Nothing would please me more, I was quite eager to witness the power of a Master-level crossbow cannon!”

Now, the fleet sailed into the waters between the two giant icebergs, and the ambush was set.

The whaling ship released several small boats. The sailors rowed the boats, dragging the fishing nets to scatter and position the trap. Since it was unclear how strong this octopus monster really was, Spielberg also brought out the spare nets, double-layer nets.

Radiant Wings was broadside in the route with all gunports open. Anlicia was appointed as First Officer, steering the medium ship to hide on one side. This was her first time piloting a ship alone, and she was exceptionally excited. As for Da Fei, he began to examine the harpoon cannon on board, trying to mount the telescope on it.

In short, after busying for half a day, Spielberg’s double-layer fishing net ambush formation was complete. And Da Fei ultimately achieved no productive research, better leave such matters to the reliable NPC.

Now it was just waiting quietly for the octopus to return.

Time passed minute by minute, and the octopus hadn’t appeared. Stay calm, wait!

As night fell, the chilling wind roared, making the entire ice ocean dreadfully desolate.

Da Fei waited anxiously. How had it not appeared yet? Wouldn’t it really be scared off and never come back? My schedule is precious you know. Could it be a night attack? Fine, I trust with its intelligence it should launch a night attack. Have patience when fishing, turn on all the lights on the ship, continue waiting!

Midnight arrived, and the sea remained eerily quiet. Under the glow of the ship’s lights, the floating ice on the sea reflected a dim light. In the game, a day’s time wasn’t long, but with the anxiety in Da Fei’s heart, it truly felt like an entire day.

Might it not come anymore? If it doesn’t, should I continue to Fire Dragon Island, or head back? Isn’t this just trying to mess with me?

Who knows how long it was before the bell on the whaling ship’s fishing net suddenly rang, and the ship jolted violently. It was hooked!

Da Fei’s entire body shuddered with shock! When did it get caught? Why didn’t my God-level Reconnaissance Technique alert me!

After waiting for so long, Spielberg shouted loudly, “Prepare for battle! Reel in! Reel in!!”

In an instant, alarm bells rang, and sailors yelled as they rapidly turned the net-winding crank. The whaling ship began to shake intensely. At the same time, all the ship’s lights shone on the black waves flipping over in the net array. It was only then that Da Fei noticed the entire sea area had been dyed black by its ink, no wonder the reconnaissance didn’t give an alert! Stealth + ink, indeed surpassing God-level Reconnaissance with God-level Stealth!

Holy crap! Luckily, our troops were prepared, letting it fall into the net by itself, otherwise, we wouldn’t even know how we died!

Amidst the turbulent waves and under the lights, barbed fishing nets dragged a big mass of white flesh vaguely surfaced.

Spielberg shouted excitedly, “Attack!”

This is exactly the time! I can’t wait to test the harpoon cannon’s power!

–Bang! Bang! Two harpoon cannon shots boomed, and two harpoons whistled out dragging long ropes! -1366! -1345! Meanwhile, a synchronized volition of firing and hitting! Radiant Wings, firing all crossbow cannons, harpoon cannons on the whaling ship! Massive blue-black waves surged skyward!

Holy crap! My 35 attack crossbow cannon 500 damage can yield 1300 damage! Meaning this octopus’s defense is nearly zero! These soft-bodied creatures sure take it all perfectly!

Spielberg excitedly shouted, “Hit the vital spot!”

Oh yeah! (To be continued. If you like this work, welcome to Qidian (wuxiaworld.site) to vote for recommendations, monthly tickets, your support is my biggest motivation. Mobile users please go to m.wuxiaworld.site to read.)