It has been 3 days since the Fleet left Bagaantulag city harbour and moved towards Runca City, the Capital of the Kingdom of Wachia. Soon, the combined fleet will meet up with the First Fleet of the Royal Wachia Navy. In the waters near the capital of Runca, Admiral Pierot ordered his entire fleet to stop which was immediately followed by the 9th Fleet. Soon, a Man O'War ship that was slightly larger than Admiral Pierot's ship appeared approaching the direction of Admiral Pierot's boat. The two ships anchored to each other, and an Admiral was seen approaching Pierot. He immediately hugged Pierot and asked how he was after not seeing him for a long time.
"Pierot! Oh, my beloved nephew. How are you?"
"Good news Admiral Mert! How are you?"
"Me? Of course, I am! Look at how lively I am hahaha!"
"Yes, indeed..."
"Well then, let's move on to a more important topic. Who are these people?"
"Them? They are the naval fleet of a country outside of our continent."
"Wait, outside our continent?!"
" I think so."
"Then, why did you bring them here? Are they dangerous?"
"No, they have signed a peace treaty with me, on behalf of the first prince of Wachia Kingdom."
"Hoo.. interesting, are they so precious?"
"Uncle, it's not about how important they are anymore. If they wanted, they could have destroyed our kingdom in one week. I have witnessed with my own eyes their greatness. A peace treaty between them and us is a fortune I can earn."
"Alright, then what do you want from me?"
"There are a few things. Firstly, I want the 1st Fleet to guard them against attacks from spies and rebels. Secondly, treat their entourage as well as possible, because I might take them to see my father."
"Wait, your father?! Are you sure?"
"Of course, I hope they will at least give us some knowledge from their country to help our country's economy."
"You're slippery, just like your father."
"Hahaha... is that a compliment or a blasphemy?"
"As you wish. I will fulfil your request, however, the authority of the royal special forces is under your brother's control. So just tell him directly."
"Yes, oh, one more thing, only the leading ship of their fleet will dock."
"Not the biggest one?"
"No, a large ship must have great power, it's just that, the ship captained by their leader has balanced power and ability. Like brains and muscles, they complement each other."
"Yeah yeah, whatever."
After the conversation between the two finished, Admiral Mert immediately ordered his fleet to guard the 9th Fleet and conduct close surveillance of the waters near the capital harbour. Meanwhile, Pierot's ship along with Otto's ship docked at the capital's harbour. There, the Royal Knight Order had secured the harbour location and already brought the carriage that was planned to be ridden by the group of guests and Pierot. Before the Royal Knight Order made contact with their guests, Loyn, Captain of the Royal Knight Order of Wachia and Pierot's younger brother, immediately met Pierot to confirm something.
"Hey, who are they that you brought?"
"Guests from another continent."
"Huh? Are you serious?"
"Do I look like I'm joking?"
"No, you don't to be honest."
"Alright, then prepare the carriage, I'll enter their ship."
"Wait, are they dangerous?"
"Of course not, they already signed a peace treaty on behalf of the first prince of Wachia Kingdom. However, their power might've been bigger than our Royal Knight."
"Seriously?"
"Yeah, so hurry up and prepare the carriage."
"Yes, yes."
Admiral Pierot immediately entered KRI Martadinata to meet with Garuda 1's entourage of Otto and several well-armed first and second mates. There, Pierot had also prepared several crew members to escort them.
"Are your group ready?"
"Yes, we're ready."
"Alright, come with me."
When the Garuda 1 group left the harbour and walked towards the carriage, all the eyes of the people and the royal special forces were on them. However, the Garuda 1 group kept looking straight ahead as directed by Otto to avoid rumours about them that would soon spread throughout the kingdom, possibly even to neighbouring kingdoms. After they got into the carriage with Pierot, the group escorted by the Wachia Royal Knight Order troops immediately moved towards Blachernae Palace, where the King of Wachia led his country.
It only took half an hour to reach the gates of Blachernae Palace. There, the King's Division of the Royal Knights Order was ready to escort the group that had just exited the carriage to the king's hall, where they would meet with the king. Before facing the king, the group was inspected by the King's Division to see if there were any dangerous weapons or not. Of course, the King's Division was confused as to whether the metal object they were holding was dangerous or not. However, they're still determined to fully inspect the group before letting them into the King's altar.
"Erm... is that iron object you're carrying dangerous?"
"This? No, because the weapon is in a locked state. So it can't be used for self-defence."
"Oh, okay. But can it be used as a melee weapon?"
"Possibly yes, however, we would like to drop our rifles and use our knives instead."
"I see, where is your knife?"
"Right here, in my right thigh leg. Strapped onto knife pocket."
"Hmm.. okay then. Everything is safe Captain."
"Good."
"Guests from another continent! You are welcome to meet the King of Wachia Kingdom!"
When the hall door was opened, only Pierot, Otto and the four officers entered. They walked a few steps and then stopped following Pierot's movement. Pierot immediately bowed his head before the king, while Otto and the four officers only gave a military salute as a sign of respect.
"Get up Admiral Pierot."
"Yes, Your Majesty."
"What business do you have to see me with these people Admiral Pierot?"
"Your Honour, I have come here to introduce you to the guests I have brought. They are the naval forces of a country called Indonesia who came from another continent."
"Another continent? Interesting."
"Yes, Your Majesty."
"Hmm... Prime Minister, bring them to the room."
"Yes, Your Majesty. Gentlemen, please follow me to the next room."
The Prime Minister or King Bastian's right-hand man directed the group to a meeting room that was smaller than the King's altar. At the same time, the others were standing near the entrance, but not allowed to enter. Inside the room, there were only Otto, Pierot, Prime Minister Bauchis, and a servant who was writing something on a paper. Prime Minister Bauchis opened the meeting by welcoming Otto and Pierot.
"Please have a seat."
"Thank you."
"Firstly, I would like to welcome you to the Kingdom of Wachia. Here, we promote the economic development of our country with the help of the kingdom's wonderful inventors. Introducing myself, I am Prime Minister Bauchis, an accomplice and leader of the Wachia Kingdom's parliament."
"Greetings, I am Otto, Vice Admiral of the 9th Fleet of the Indonesian Navy."
"And I, Admiral Pierot of the 3rd Fleet of the Royal Navy of Wachia and First Prince of the Kingdom of Wachia."
"Before I begin this conversation, let me ask Admiral Pierot something."
"Please."
"Admiral Pierot, are you aware of the dangers and risks of bringing a representative of an unknown country to the nation's capital?"
"Take it easy Prime Minister. I, as a representative of the Kingdom of Wachia, have signed a peace treaty with Laksdya Otto, a representative of the country of Indonesia."
"Hmm, alright. Is that true Laksdya Otto?"
"Of course Prime Minister, we have a letter of agreement that can be submitted as proof."
"No need, the words of the First Prince of Wachia Kingdom are enough to convince me. Then, what business does the country of Indonesia have by sending their representatives to this continent?"
"Our fleet was hit by a disaster while exploring this continent, so we lost communication with our country. Fortunately, our fleet managed to find the city of Bagaantulag and meet Admiral Pierot. Therefore, our current priority is to find out information from this continent and supplies for our troops."
"Information and supplies huh? Hmm, the information itself must have been explained by Admiral Pierot, right?"
"Yes, Admiral Pierot has told us most of the information about countries, relations between countries, cultures, and currencies in several countries as a whole."
"Hmm... So you have learnt about the war between the Kingdom of Wachia and the Kingdom of Asfelia?"
"Of course, and we have decided not to participate in any war unless we are attacked first."
"Alright, for supplies we can do it through trade between countries. However, I need to bring expert traders in the capital to discuss a suitable price. How is it? Can we agree?"
"Of course, Prime Minister."
"Thank goodness then. Today you and your group can rest in the royal palace, while I will meet with the King to discuss this matter."
"Thank you Prime Minister."
"No no, I should be the one to thank you for making this meeting go so smoothly. Butler, escort their entourage to the king's guest restroom."
"Yes Prime Minister, please follow me."
After the meeting, Otto's entourage was taken to the king's guest resting room which was large enough that each person got one bedroom. Otto's entire party rested and prepared to meet with the king and the merchants the next day. Meanwhile, Pierot and Prime Minister Bauchis met with King Bastian.
"Your Majesty, I am the Prime Minister and First Prince of the Kingdom of Wachia to the King."
"Please stand."
"Yes, Your Majesty."
"Now, tell me the result of your meeting with the envoy."
"Yes, Your Majesty."