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December 26, 538 New Calendar.

There are no clouds in the sky and the wind is calm.

On the 33rd day of the ocean voyage, we are about to arrive at the Principality of Idar. Everything is fine...

…

in the cabin,

Grand Elder Sherman Goldberg put down his pen and closed the diary where the ink was still wet.

He gently rubbed his slightly sore wrist and stared at the boundless sea outside the window.

Since the "Explorer" set sail in the Forgotten Land, it has been sailing on the endless sea for more than a month.

And he,

The great elder of the Padilla city-state also personally measured the vastness of the ocean for the first time, and was even more aware of the dangers that may exist during ocean voyages.

Along the way, they experienced violent storms and rough waves.

Even this three-masted warship, which the Idar people are proud of, is just a lonely boat in the boundless ocean.

but……

What makes Grand Elder Sherman Goldberg feel excited is...

According to Captain Howson, at this time, they have entered the territorial waters of the Idar Principality! They have entered the control range of the Idar Navy!

One month is both short and long.

The reason why there are so many of them is because just a month ago, the Principality of Idar was a mysterious country that made Sherman Goldberg feel extremely far away.

And now,

In just one month, this powerful country located on the other side of the ocean will finally appear in front of the Padilla Mission!

But a month is also very long,

Because the days of sailing on the ocean can be described as extremely torturous, the rolling waves and the bumps during the voyage have tortured the elder's frail body for a long time.

but……

The fatigue of the journey will eventually pass. At this moment, Sherman Goldberg just wants to see with his own eyes what this continent on the other side of the ocean looks like!

Just two days ago, the three-masted warship "Explorer" sailed through the French Islands.

However, the Idar soldiers who were obsessed with the Principality of Idar had no desire to stop there. Instead, they passed by the French Islands and continued sailing towards the Merlin District.

But at that time, Sherman Goldberg saw the flags flying on the Farah Islands and the Idar merchant ships traveling to and from the Farah Islands.

and……

As he got closer and closer to the mainland of Idar Principality, he could see those giant cargo ships and merchant ships sailing on the sea from time to time.

Although he did not see thousands of ships, he did see huge ships.

And everything he saw ignited Sherman Goldberg's curiosity and excitement far more intensely than before.

He desperately wanted to know what kind of country it was that could break through thousands of miles of blue waves, cross the boundless ocean, and reach an unreachable land.

"We're here! We're here!"

I don’t know how long it took, but suddenly there were calls from the deck.

Accompanied by Salazar and others, Grand Elder Sherman Goldberg also led everyone from the Padilla Mission out of the cabin and onto the deck of the Explorer.

At this moment, the Idar navy soldiers who had returned from a long journey were all ecstatic and had tears in their eyes.

Yes!

They are back!

They are finally back!

In fact, before they set off, the navy soldiers never thought that they would be able to return safely. Many of them had even left letters to say goodbye to their families.

If they do not return safely within half a year, these letters will be delivered to their families by the soldiers staying in the Principality of Idar.

And now...it's back!

A simple sigh is far worth a thousand words. Although it was only half a year, they experienced the difficulties and dangers of ocean voyages again and again, and passed by death again and again.

From the Principality of Idar to the Forgotten Land, and then from the Forgotten Land back to the Principality of Idar.

This round-trip voyage, which sounds extremely simple, is actually an extremely thrilling exploration and adventure.

The Lighthouse of Alexandria still stands on the coast of Idar, the newly built Venetian Armory is already in sight, fishing boats go to and from the fishing port pier, and merchant ships are loaded with countless goods.

Captain Hausen looked at the land in front of him in the distance, and the pride and excitement in his heart were already beyond words.

No matter where you are, the Principality of Idar will always be the backing and harbor of the Idar people; no matter where you are, Bruno Stuart, Duke of Idar, will be the lord that you can swear allegiance to!

At this moment, they lived up to their trust!

At this moment, they return with great honors!

They became the first batch of warriors to discover the New World and the first batch of Idar people to achieve ocean navigation!

In the cabin of the "Explorer", there is a backlog of gold and silver that they brought back, as well as novel objects that they exchanged for from the city-state of Padilla.

In addition, the mutant species from the Forsaken Land were huddled in the corner of the cabin, dying, and the news about another continent had long been deeply imprinted in the minds of every Idar soldier.

"The Principality of Idar...Your Majesty the Duke..."

"We're back!"

Looking at the coast not far away, Captain Howson's voice was firm and powerful.

…

Merlin District.

The then Governor of Merin District was standing on the top of the big lighthouse, using his telescope to look at the Idar naval battleship flying the Idar flag.

"The Explorer...it's them, they're back..."

Sabi murmured in his mouth.

Although the Idar navy soldiers headed by Captain Hausen have an extremely strong desire to go home, but...

However, they still slowed down their sailing speed so that the Merlin District could receive news of the return of the "Explorer" in advance.

after all……

They are not the only ones coming back this time, there are also envoys from the Padilla City-State. Although they will not hold a grand welcome ceremony temporarily, they must make preparations for the Idar Government Office so that the Duke can get the information in advance.

information.

Therefore, as early as this morning, Sabi had actually received intelligence from the Farland Islands, confirming that the three-masted warship "Explorer" had returned successfully and entered the actual control area of ​​​​the Idar Navy in Merlin Bay.

"Explorer?!"

Hearing this, the adjutant on the side was full of surprise.

In fact, even with brand-new warships like three-masted warships, most people never thought that these soldiers who went on long voyages could return smoothly.

But they are really back!

The guide ship, which had been ready for departure, slowly left the port, guiding the "Explorer" to gradually dock and berth.

Sabi was the first to board the warship and met Captain Haosen's eyes...

Haven’t seen each other for half a year,

Captain Howson's face became much haggard.

But as he was about to arrive, he had specially arranged his face and attire. Therefore, apart from his slightly withered and thin face and his emaciated figure, there were not many differences that could be seen.

But……

As the governor of the Merlin District and a senior official of the Idar Principality, Shabi is all too aware of the risks along the way!

All the sailors of the "Explorer" can rely on is a route map provided by the Duke. Apart from this, they are far overseas and have no support they can rely on.

"Thanks for your hard work……"

Seeing Captain Howson returning from the voyage, Shabi couldn't help but give him a big hug.

"It's all for the sake of the Duke, and for our Principality of Idar!"

Suddenly being hugged by a colleague whom he had not seen for half a year, Captain Howson couldn't help but move slightly.

Although it feels a little weird,

but……

Feel relieved!

That familiar feeling is back!
To be continued...