Chapter 160: The Southern Sets Sail!

Chapter 160: The Southern Sets Sail!

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November 11, 1990, in the Holy Calendar marked the day the ship Southern embarked on its journey.

The docks of Port Fran were bustling and crowded. Everyone who had heard about the new route being charted flocked to the docks to witness this grand adventure. It was a journey to the Horn Bay area, an unprecedented venture for many.

Onboard the Southern Ship, the soldiers were bustling about, making final preparations for the long voyage. The shipyard manager, Rubin, and the old shipwright, Benjamin, led their craftsmen in a thorough inspection of the ship.

Even the underage cadets were running around the deck, following orders to move this and that.

Young Allen and another companion struggled to carry a large barrel down the ladder into the hold.

After setting down the barrel, the two boys saluted the ships steward.

Mr. Steward, this is the last barrel of wine, they reported.

Six barrels of rum, four barrels of wine, four chickens, ten boxes of canned goods, biscuits, bread the steward counted the supplies, ticking them off in his notebook.

Good, all the food is prepared. You boys can take a break now.

Yes, sir!

After being busy for most of the day, Allen and his companion were relieved to finally have some downtime. The young cadets were thrilled about the journey south, as it meant seeing more of the world. Having been orphans, they had grown accustomed to considering the warship their home. Wherever the ship went, that was home.

Allen ran to the ships side to look out at the dock. He saw many familiar faces but was slightly disappointed not to see Dr. Wade and Sister Susan, who had gone to Lakeheart Town for some training and had not yet returned.

He suggested to the other cadets who had finished their tasks, Hey, everyone! The captain said this voyage might last over a month. Lets go to the dock and say goodbye to the townspeople. Theyve been so good to us lately.

Sure! Yeah!

His suggestion was quickly agreed upon, and the group disembarked, heading beyond the security area.

Please, follow me, gentlemen, Captain Quik beckoned to five individuals, clearly not navy personnel, as they boarded the Southern Ship.

Among these five were four business representatives, not only from Alda but also one from Bayldings Emden.

The fifth was a young, handsome man named Derrick, personally assigned by the lord to join the ship. He was a scholar set to accompany the Southern Ship to Horn Bay to bring his family to the Northwest Bay.

Two hours later, close to noon, Austin stood on deck, addressing the entire crew of the Southern Ship, including Quik.

This mission must succeed at all costs! he declared. You carry the hopes of the Northwest Bay and our lord!

Upon your return, all participating officers and soldiers will be promoted one rank, along with additional rewards!

On behalf of everyone, rest assured, Commander, we will complete the mission! Quik responded on behalf of the crew.

Good. Then, I wont delay you any longer. Set sail immediately!

Yes, sir!

As Austin turned to leave, he glanced at the green-haired young master who gestured reassuringly. Satisfied, Austin crossed the gangplank back to the dock.

Quik swiftly assumed his role as captain.

Retract the gangplank!

Anchor up!

Lower the sails!

The Southern Ship sets sail!

With a strong wind that day, the ship quickly began moving, heading out of the harbor.

Bon voyage!

Return safely!

The crowd on the dock erupted in cheers, waving hats and handkerchiefs, sending their blessings to the departing ship. Rubin and old shipwright Benjamin were among the crowd, their eyes brimming with tears, waving at the Southern Ship as if seeing off their own child, their faces a mix of pride and worry.

Sailors idly standing on the ship waved back, some even breaking into tears. For most of them, this was their first time leaving home, and they were headed thousands of miles south.

Thus, under the strong sea breeze, the Southern Ship sailed into the depths of the ocean

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