Rebirth and Order

Inside the cabin, Ada finally finished getting ready.

She rose to her feet. Her dark red silk nightgown had been replaced by a smart ivory casual outfit, stylish yet practical for movement, highlighting her capable and elegant bearing.

Leon had long since finished preparing and was waiting patiently by the door.

Just then, a soft chime sounded through the cabin and corridor intercoms, followed by the pleasant voice of an AI navigator:

"Dear passengers, this is a bridge announcement.

The Star Dome Wanderer has successfully completed its docking procedure. All boarding passages and Hardlight walkways have been securely connected and passed safety inspections.

Passengers may now use their personal biometric information to leave the cruise ship through the designated exits, proceed to the Space Station, and begin exploring the unique attractions of Earth Twenty.

The Space Station navigation system has been activated for you. The locations of the most popular natural wonder observation decks, historical and cultural memorial halls, specialty restaurants, and shopping centers have been marked on your personal terminals and the holographic guide maps throughout the Space Station.

For your convenience during planetary surface sightseeing, this flight, as always, provides all passengers with ample civilian hovercraft rental services. You may collect one free of charge in the designated areas of the Space Station using your ticket.

A friendly reminder from the Imperial Transportation Department: when operating a hovercraft, all passengers must strictly obey local airspace traffic regulations. This is not only a responsibility toward your own safety, but also respect for the lives of others.

We wish you a pleasant journey."

When the announcement ended, Leon looked at Ada and gestured for her to go first.

Ada smiled faintly and walked out of the cabin with him.

Outside, quite a few passengers were already streaming down the spacious