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By ten in the morning, Dordot Harbor had been cleaned spotless.
Not only had the rubbish been cleared away, but the entire harbor had been thoroughly washed down.
Even the most remote corners had been inspected one by one by the harbor's city guards.
Of course, these inspections were more of a warning.
A warning to those who made their living in the gray areas and the underworld not to do anything stupid.
Naturally, this stirred the curiosity of the people in the harbor.
Many guessed that some important figure must be coming to warrant such a grand reception.
Some even said that the Marquis of West Berlin would personally welcome this distinguished guest.
Speculation continued, but the crowds were dispersed.
To ensure safety and cleanliness, Dordot Harbor had already been placed under lockdown by noon.
Time ticked by.
Just after five in the afternoon, the clatter of hooves drew the attention of Dordot Harbor's residents.
The residents, who had been strictly ordered to remain at home, watched a hundred-strong cavalry unit appear. As the Blue Eagle Banner fluttered in the wind above the advancing riders, everyone drew a sharp breath.
As people of West Berlin, none of them could fail to recognize the eagle banner of the Marquis of West Berlin's household.
Without a doubt, these cavalrymen were the Marquis's personal guard.
Everyone's curiosity reached its peak.
Although they had speculated earlier, now that the moment was almost upon them, they still could not contain their curiosity. The residents of Dordot Harbor could not help envying those allowed to go to the wharf.
At least those people would see for themselves who this important figure was.
Catherine, however, was certainly not among them.
The youngest daughter of the Marquis of West Berlin was complaining to her elder sister-