The Anglo-French fleet sailed continuously for several hours and finally arrived near Odessa around five in the afternoon.
By then, the fiery sun had slowly descended from the summit to just above the sea level, and the large white clouds in the azure sky turned a fiery red under the sunset's glow, with the white sails, blowing in the sea breeze, also dyed a shade of orange-red.
The Southern Pearl of the Russian Empire—Odessa, under the sunset, exuded an indescribable French beauty, prompting Vice Admiral Dunsda, who was observing the sights of Odessa through a telescope, to let out a sigh: "Ah! It's so beautiful! If only it weren't a city established by the Russian Empire, how wonderful would that be!"
"General Dundas, this city was established by Duke Richelieu, who was appointed the first governor of Odessa by Catherine. It is through his efforts that Odessa has become what it is today!" explained Major General Edmond Lyons softly to his superior, Dundas.
