By the time Third Fleet reached Saicine, the harbor was already prepared for them.
Golden Eagle Army ships peeled away from the convoy one by one as harbor control took over the approach.
The most damaged Albian vessels were directed toward the inner berths first, followed by the ships carrying wounded and sick civilians. The rest remained farther outside under escort, waiting for their turn.
Conrad stayed aboard Triton One and watched the gray and green markers spread across the harbor approaches.
Saicine looked different from when he first arrived here.
Fishing boats moved near the secured waters. Cargo vehicles crossed the port roads. Engineers and recovery crews were already waiting beside several cleared berths while medical teams gathered near the designated reception areas.
The first Albian ship entered the harbor slowly.
Its hull was severely damaged, with temporary plating covering several sections along its side.
