Duke could only smile helplessly, unfazed.
After all, he couldn't expect any goodwill from Earl Hardy, and if it weren't for him, Vivian wouldn't be joining him in this sea venture.
The farewell didn't last long, as the surrounding sailors quickly finished unloading the cargo. Those who went to the port to replenish supplies also returned, and it was time to set sail again.
This ship, named the Eclipse, used Ruijin Port as a temporary stop along the way, not spending much time there, with only a tiny amount of cargo to unload.
Their main purpose in stopping here was to replenish supplies. Food and fresh water were essentials that could never be in excess.
Whenever there was a chance, they would try to stock up on as much food and water as possible.
After Duke and Vivian boarded the ship, they were greeted by the navigator named Botton, who was a slender man seemingly well-cultured, quite unlike the robust sailors' demeanor.
