Shattered Innocence: Transmigrated Into a Novel as an Extra

Chapter 363 Formation

the tension on the deck was broken by the heavy creak of armored boots against the wooden planks. heads turned as a tall, imposing man stepped into view, his mere presence commanding silence. his armor bore the insignia of the thaddeus family—a golden trident crossed with a sword—emblazoned prominently on the breastplate. it gleamed with a practiced shine, though faint scars etched into the metal hinted at battles past. his face, much like his armor, carried the marks of experience—stern, cold, and lined with faint reminders of the dangers he had faced."attention," the man called out, his voice cutting through the murmurs like a blade. it wasn't loud, but it carried a weight that left no room for disobedience.

the crew and gathered adventurers straightened instinctively. even the seasoned mercenaries paused in their conversations, their gazes snapping toward the new arrival.

"i am captain eryndor vale," he began, his tone measured but firm. "i will be leading the fourth station's forces for this operation. our mission is simple but not without peril. the monsters infesting the sea trading routes threaten the duchy's commerce and stability. it is our duty to eradicate this threat and defend the city from the coming waves."

he paused, his eyes scanning the crowd. lucavion caught the subtle flicker of appraisal in those cold eyes as they swept over the assembled warriors. it wasn't unlike the way lucavion himself had assessed the crowd earlier—a

[quite the dynamic,] vitaliara remarked with a playful hum. [careful, lucavion. you might end up in the middle of something far messier than this expedition.]

well, well, well…..isn't that why we are here?

he thought though he did not say that out loud.