After riding the current of the Longquan River, the ferry's speed surpassed that of a galloping horse.
Lann's boat-handling skills acquired from Bernie proved inadequate, as Auridon Hunters, who earned their living on the lake, had no experience speeding through such a river.
Fortunately, Kotaro, who had lived by the Longquan River for generations, mastered the craft of navigating rapids.
He deftly avoided the sandbanks and strange rocks along the way.
According to him, before things got this harsh in Iwami Country, his family also owned a ferry.
But with the Inner Mansion's blockade on Iwami growing tighter, river traffic dwindled, slowly becoming unable to support his family.
The group drifted along the Longquan River; as the sky darkened, their hearts grew heavier.
As the sun's glow faded, Hirata Manor was emanating a warm, orange light from the ground up to the sky.
During this era, this could only mean one thing—an extensive fire!
Kotaro's rowing became more intense.
