Several soldiers swarmed into the cabin without the slightest fear of an ambush.
With two battleships backing them, what was there to fear?
Besides, in their eyes, this cargo ship was very likely a smuggling ship owned by some wealthy nobility...
Such incidents were all too common: passes issued by the King's Capital, yet venturing into the West Island waters. The nobility and tycoons loved to play these games. Under normal circumstances, the Royal Navy would likely turn a blind eye and let them go.
Not today.
After the outbreak of war, King Rod IV issued a strict order: every ship must be thoroughly inspected, regardless of whether they held a pass or how noble their status.
Watching the soldiers flood into the cabin, Dino looked to Marvin, who then turned to Levin.
Levin nodded subtly, indicating that everything had been arranged to guarantee they would find nothing amiss.
