The port was as busy as ever today, bustling with traffic and voices, as merchant ships from every nation came and went without a moment's pause.
Yet at this moment, the dockworkers were somewhat distracted. Their attention had been drawn to another ship-
It was a luxury cruise ship from the Fire Nation.
Countless wealthy people came to Republic City every year, and the workers had seen plenty of luxury cruise ships. Normally, one would not have made them so curious.
But this was no ordinary luxury cruise ship. It was a royal luxury cruise ship from the Fire Nation, which only members of the Fire Nation royal family and their invited guests were entitled to board.
Was someone from the Fire Nation royal family visiting?
Was it because of that recent incident?
Was something about to happen?
People whispered among themselves.
The cruise ship slowly approached the dock, but the soldiers on deck remained steadfast at their posts, not daring to show the slightest carelessness. They were there to ensure the safety of the two most distinguished people aboard.
As one of those under their protection, Kahn was browsing a travel guide, reading aloud as he went:
"Republic City, the capital of the United Republic founded by Avatar Aang and Fire Lord Zuko, is a prosperous realm where Bending Masters and ordinary people from all over the world can live together in harmony."
"It was formerly a Fire Nation colony."
"Jade Island."
At this, Azula scoffed beside him:
"Heh, another idiotic thing Zuko did. I really don't know how that empty little head of his comes up with so many fanciful ideas."
"Still, now I'm a little curious just how many stupid things he's done over all these years. I'll have to ask him for some pointers later."
Amused,