Chapter 252 - 249: Touchdown Militeia (1/2)
”It's so beautiful!” Milly exclaimed as Militeia came to view.
Serena smiled as she nodded her head. She and her friends were currently standing on the portion of the ship's deck for first class passengers.
The ship has dropped its anchor and their sail slowed down. From a few miles away, they saw the capital of Militeia in all its glory.
Militeia boasted a classic Mediterranean landscape. The breathtaking terrain included dramatic coastline topography. Colors were intense. Pastel colored structures lined up like sugar cubes on green hills sprinkled in lemons, overlooked by turquoise skies dotted with brilliantly white clouds, and plunging down to sapphire seas. If Serena were to compare it to any tourist destination, then it was like the Amalfi coast.
After a few minutes, the ship has come to a complete stop and a voice was heard through the speakers. ”Good afternoon everyone, this is the captain speaking. I am pleased to announce that Brittania has anchored safely in the port of Militeia. Passengers and crews, please stand-by for disembarkment.”
With that, passengers went back to their rooms to prepare for disembarkation.
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One disadvantage of the port of Militeia is that it could not accommodate large ships like Brittania. However, instead of building a new port, they practice double handling. The bigger ship would anchor a few miles away from the shore, and then smaller boats would tender the passengers and small cargoes ashore to the marina.
When the smaller boats have arrived. Serena and company, as first-class passengers, were given priority to ride them. They were grouped together in one boat with their luggage.
As the boat got nearer to Militeia, Serena noted the waterfront with a boardwalk atmosphere. It was lined by seafood restaurants with terraces overlooking the water, and at the forefront, white sandy beaches lined the shore dotted with people enjoying the sun.
Finally, the boat docked, and they all disembarked.
”We're finally here!” Gizel exclaimed, as she pulled on Serena and Milly.
The girls were all excited, especially Serena and Milly who were first time visitors in Militeia.
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When they exited the Marina, they were welcomed by 6 carriages to take them to Gizel's family's mansion which, Gizel said, was 3 hours away. Their March was 5 days travel from the capital, so for the convenience of everyone, especially the other nobles attending her parent's wedding anniversary, the event will he held in their mansion in the capital.
The ride was scenic as they pass through the capital's center. The roads were narrower, but everything was very charming. The center had what they call a piazza, also known as a public square. People were walking around dressed in different cultural outfits. From this, one can see that the economy of Militeia relies heavily on the tourism industry.
Serena could not help but think of exploring Militeia with Charlton. It looks like some kind of a honeymoon destination.
”So, what can you say so far about Militeia?” Gizel asked.
”It's very beautiful, better than how you described it!” Milly answered.
”Tomorrow, we can go out and start to explore. It's pretty safe, and many people won't recognize us.” Via suggested.