Because this time, the training is for diving!
If only the Hot Pot Dragons were used, and they only attacked when commanded, the damage would be too small.
Although these Hot Pot Dragons obey commands, they ultimately lack awareness and don't know what to do when there are no orders.
Most importantly, these Hot Pot Dragons can only spit hot water, which, despite its high temperature, does not cause significant damage to ships.
Therefore, they need to cooperate with Dragon Knights to maximize damage.
At the same time, Merchant John had already received Hiccup's order.
"Arrive at Berk Island in five days!"
John directly threw the note into the brazier, then called all members of the merchant caravan and had them spread the word: "Every leader must manage their subordinates well; no cutting in line! And do not disrupt the order!"
Because there were Dragon Knights in the caravan, the message could be easily conveyed, but those ordinary pirate leaders could only ponder on their ships after receiving the news.
There was no way to get through the massive fleet to John's ship!
When those noble lords heard this news, they immediately rode their own Dragon Knights' dragons to John's ship.
"Oh, Lord John! We've been sailing for two days now! When will we finally see that poor Night Fury?"
"Indeed! Sailing on the high seas, I'm so seasick I'm about to throw up! I truly miss the breakfast my maid used to make for me!"
"Hahaha! Who doesn't know Baron Bor has many maids? Perhaps you don't miss your breakfast, but your maids!"
"Impossible. Eating sashimi every day on this ocean, I want to eat steak! And a lot of it! I'm very irritable right now, when will we finally reach that island!"
"And why is a cunning merchant like you bringing so many people along?"
When John heard this, he said with a forced smile, "If Baron Bor doesn't want to go, he can turn back now! But don't say I didn't warn you, the gold coins will not be refunded!"
As a baron, when had he ever suffered such grievances? But on this ship, he could only endure it.
After all, there were two Earls present, and he, a lowly baron, could only swallow his anger.
If he dared to disrupt the plan, then even before finding the Night Fury, the other pirate groups would instantly annex his fleet and kill him, throwing him into the sea.
Moreover, when these nobles present returned, they would also annex his territory and seize his maids.
Thinking of these terrible consequences, Baron Bor immediately calmed down.
Merchant John looked at the people in front of him and asked, "Is there anyone else who can't wait? I allow you to leave now!"
Upon hearing this, all the nobles present became serious, not daring to utter a word.
Earl Jonaf smiled faintly and said, "That's right, I agree with Lord John! If anyone wants to withdraw, do so early. If you dare to disrupt the plan, I believe each of you knows the consequences!"
With an Earl speaking, the remaining Viscounts and Barons dared not complain further.
Merchant John smiled faintly and said, "Since you've all come! Let's all taste some dragon blood wine!"
Upon hearing the words "dragon blood wine," everyone's eyes lit up.
Because they had never heard of this wine, let alone tasted it.
Someone couldn't help but ask, "Lord John, is this dragon blood wine made from dragon blood?"
"Of course! And it's the blood of the powerful Terrible Terror! The taste is simply unforgettable! It's like the most beautiful girl in the village, hard to forget!"
Upon hearing such words, some people even began to swallow their saliva.
Immediately after, John clapped his hands, and Dragon Knights immediately brought two boxes of dragon blood wine, placing them directly in front of these nobles, and waved his hand generously, saying, "Today, I'll treat everyone to a drink!"
After hearing this, the Dragon Knights immediately poured a small glass of wine for these people.
Of course, the wine glasses were also high-stemmed glasses, a specialty of Berk Island.
When they saw the high glasses, they couldn't help but exclaim, "It's crystal!"
"My goodness! Such pure crystal, perhaps only the royal family has the right to use it!"
"Lord John actually has so many crystal wine glasses, and they are so unique! It's truly unbelievable! I can't help but doubt Lord John's identity now!"
"Perhaps you are not an ordinary merchant, but rather a prince living in exile, and trading is merely a hobby of yours!"
"A great merchant like Lord John, his name should resound throughout the entire sea!"
Everyone showered him with compliments, and of course, many, to curry favor with John, began to ostracize Baron Bor.
Listening to their sarcastic remarks, John generously said, "Everyone who comes aboard this ship is a guest! All grievances are in this glass of wine!"
"Let us celebrate our victory in advance! Cheers!"
They had long been attracted by the fragrant aroma of the dragon blood wine, and upon hearing "Cheers," everyone eagerly drank it all down.
"Gulp ~"
The strong liquor combined with the fiery dragon blood made everyone feel their whole body burning after drinking it, as if they were full of strength and needed to release it.
However, there was a rule on pirate ships that there should absolutely be no women on board!
But that was only a rule on pirate ships, not a rule for regular military fleets. After these noble lords finished their drinks, they savored the wonderful taste of the wine.
It was as if, in a state between drunkenness and sobriety, they saw their youthful selves and felt the vitality bursting forth from their bodies.
Of course, after these noble lords finished their wine, they began a new round of flattery.
"Lord John is simply the most generous person I have ever met in my life, willing to treat us to such precious wine!"
"If it weren't for Lord John's benevolence, I probably wouldn't be able to drink such delicious wine in my lifetime!"
"Lord John is not only willing to share the news with us but also willing to treat us to drinks. He is truly the most trustworthy friend, and yet some people dare to disrespect our friend!"
As this remark was made, the tide immediately turned, and these nobles began a new round of cold sarcasm.
They all used Baron Bor as a stepping stone to praise John.
John listened to their praises, his expression unchanging on the surface, but inwardly, he was overjoyed.
This was something he would never have dared to imagine before. These were all nobles, and there were even many powerful pirate leaders who, in the past, could have killed him with a mere flick of a finger.
Now, they were all flattering him, which gave John even more confidence to stall for Hiccup...