Steward Xu stepped out.
The bustling wharf silently parted to create an avenue.
Vulture-like captains retreated in a large circle, some even turning around and leaving altogether.
The acute pressure dissipated in an instant.
Quan Linghan quietly let out a sigh of relief, and the mermaids began to communicate once again.
Bubbles reappeared on the surface of the water, though not as dense as before, and the young mermaids considerably reined in their excitement.
The previous scene had indeed given them quite a shock.
Finally, they had settled down.
A sense of satisfaction arose in Quan Linghan's heart. It was somewhat vexing to have the young people go beyond control and get swept along.
"My apologies to everyone,"
Steward Xu stood firmly on the wharf and gave a respectful bow to the surrounding commonfolk, speaking plainly.
