Accompanied by the Montero escort frigate, the Blue Star passenger liner sailed upstream from the mouth of the Finnis River.
The Finnis was the longest and largest river in the Kingdom of Invya. The Invian people also regarded her as their most important mother river, and the royal capital, Ceres, stood at the end of the Finnis River.
This river, stretching thousands of kilometers, not only brought Ceres abundant fresh water, rich fishing resources, and convenient, low-cost water transport.
More importantly, the vast alluvial plain formed at its mouth was exceptionally fertile. The fertile fields reclaimed over countless centuries had fed innumerable residents of the royal capital.
Accompanied by a resounding whistle, the Blue Star passenger liner slowly entered its berth in the Port District.
At that moment, the docks were already packed with crowds who had come to welcome them.
News of the Blue Star passenger liner's attack by the Giant Whale Pirates had reached Ceres ahead of time. Although no passengers had lost their lives in the incident, their friends and relatives had still rushed over impatiently to greet them.
Many people waved colorful little flags to express their delight and joy.
After the Blue Star docked, Ronan carried his suitcase and the pet carrier containing Little Black, following the bustling crowd off the liner.
The city was utterly unfamiliar to him, and he had no relatives or friends here.
Thus, Ronan left the lively, clamorous docks alone and hailed a horse-drawn cab outside.
"Please take me to the Supreme Police Department."
Hearing his passenger's destination, the driver was somewhat surprised and could not help glancing back at Ronan.
But he quickly composed himself and replied respectfully, "Yes, sir."
The carriage rolled onward, its black rubber-clad wheels crunching over smooth, hard stone slabs as it entered the magnificent