Traveling with the Doll

"You know, Evan," Freiheit began, rubbing his temples in annoyance. "If there was an alternative, I would've asked the Maestra about it and informed you what you should do."

"If she withheld the information on how to undo the curse, she would most likely do the same about the possibility of an 'alternative'," Evan pointed out.

"I'm sorry to interrupt your conversation," Eternity butted in. "But the ship has now arrived."

Just like Eternity said, a new ship had arrived at the docks of the harbor. 

The ship wasn't exactly great, to be honest, it was probably best to label it as 'small.' It had barnacles growing on its bow, a sign that this ship was of old age already. The wooden planks of the hull were worn, while the sails were frayed at the edges, fluttering noisily in the wind.

"Heading for Manika! This ship is heading to Manika!" A harbor personnel announced, gesturing for people to line up and prepare their tickets.