Redbeard certainly knew who those people were, but he didn't hesitate much under pressure.
As long as he could plunder enough funds, he could recruit more manpower. It was possible to become the Pirate King, instead of just having small skirmishes here.
Perhaps he could even occupy a place, become a lord. It's been said the Empire is now in civil war, so as long as he is strong enough, he could become a noble.
Then he arrived at Hamlet and ran into Lance.
The memories beyond that point, Lance wasn't keen on questioning any further, nor was there any need.
This Redbeard was quite strong and had a very resolute will. Previously, it was only the shocking appearance of the No Light that managed to break through his consciousness; mentioning the No Light might agitate him.
It's not that he could threaten Lance, just that it wouldn't be as convenient for the interrogation.
But those simple questions revealed a lot.
