It took more than half an hour before everyone had finally begun disembarking.
One after another, passengers carefully descended the wide sloped staircase that had been lowered from the ship onto the harbor. Knights maintained order while attendants directed the steady flow of people, making sure no one was delayed despite the impressive number of guests arriving.
John and the others eventually joined the line.
None of them were dressed too casually.
Although today wasn't the Holy Academy's Entrance Ceremony yet, it was still an event of tremendous importance.
The Saintess would be officially revealed to the world.
Representatives from countless noble houses, churches, kingdoms, and influential families had gathered for the occasion. Appearing underdressed would have been disrespectful.
Personally, John didn't have much interest in attending.
After all, he already knew who the Saintess was, as he had taken part in the official ceremony in the Holy Church.
