Official Debut

The vast fleet lay anchored on the sea before the harbor, stretching as far as the eye could see. The ironclad warships inspired awe and fear.

The warships were enormous, their massive exposed cannons radiating killing intent. Like ferocious beasts baring their fangs and claws, they crouched upon the sea, brazenly displaying the Empire's current military might.

Under the officers' arrangements, the soldiers disembarked in perfect order. The sturdy sailors and marines appeared before the welcoming crowd, immediately drawing a burst of cheers and applause.

This expedition had been another resounding victory!

Other than the officers maintaining order at the scene, most of them, the moment they set foot on land, had to...