Byron had just broken through a layer of the National Border Lock's restrictive barriers and rushed from the Governor's Mansion to the shipyard with Catherine in tow.
Upon arrival, they saw the two lead Artisans—Violet and Little Hans—directing sailors to complete the final outfitting of a brand-new warship.
Tall masts, in combination with their yards, served as cranes, hoisting gleaming Bronze Cannons onto the gun deck.
"Check the gun carriage ropes again to prevent sliding."
"Hoist the sails, and don't forget to tighten the furling lines."
"..."
Everyone was bustling with activity, a scene of fiery enthusiasm.
Ever since her return, at Byron's request, Violet had dived headlong into the construction of this Tudor Hybrid Sailboat at the International Port's shipyard.
Initially, the first batch of 3,000 teak trees harvested on the island had been transported to the more secure Torrent Fortress.
The Heavy Cruiser project was still temporarily on hold.
