In the port's third berthing area, over a thousand soldiers took over security and cleared out everyone who had no business there.
Dozens of officials stood beside Nelius, awaiting his orders.
Under everyone's watchful eyes, a kilometer-class Floating Battleship slowly entered the port, escorted by two vessels from the Islington Astral Sea Port's patrol fleet.
Guided by Magic Puppets, the Floating Battleship docked without incident.
The gangway lowered. Twelve gold-tier knights disembarked and formed two lines, followed closely by a sub-legendary priest. His Priest Robe was spotless; he clearly took exceptional care of it.
The moment he saw Nelius, the Life Priest placed his right hand over his chest and bowed his head. "My respects, my lord."
Nelius inclined his body slightly in return, then asked, "Practitioner of life who has traveled so far, what important business brings you to Islington Port?"
"My lord, our archbishop heard that the Moon Knight was at the Islington Astral Sea Port and ordered me to come ashore and deliver a formal request for an audience."
"When?"
"We leave the timing to you."
With that, the Life Priest presented the request with both hands.
Nelius accepted it, then said, "Please wait here. I will first consult the Moon Knight."
"Understood," the Life Priest replied.
Ten minutes later, in the round-table conference room, Velin saw Nelius return and quietly put down the half-eaten piece of fruit in his hand.
"Big Sister, they sent someone with a formal request to arrange a visit with the Moon Knight." As Nelius explained their purpose, he placed the request before Undine.
Undine accepted it, only to pass it straight to Velin. "Moon Knight, what do you think?"
"I see no problem with it," Velin said, betraying nothing. "As for the time, let's make it tomorrow morning."
With the time