Return promptly once you're done.

"Immediate reception of the emergency victims will begin."

Overwhelmed by Shinnosuke's thick coastal accent, the coast guard captain, having unwittingly complied, apparently decided to stick to his duties as a coast guard officer and refrain from any further overstepping of authority, thoroughly humiliated by the loss of face.

"Look, whether you're conducting a boarding inspection or not, we need to record and report it, so make up your mind right now!"

【Galactic Standard Language Translation: More importantly, please decide promptly whether to conduct the boarding inspection or not, as we need to document and report it accordingly.】

"Sorry, we will not be conducting a boarding inspection, so our crew will not transfer over. Please connect the communication passage, and transfer the persons in need of assistance to our patrol vessel."

Regardless of their usual behavior, it seems they have no intention of getting further involved with Shinosuke and his group.

In that case, Shinosuke also has no desire for further confrontation.

"Understood. We grant permission to board our vessel. Likewise, we will not record or report anything beyond what is necessary, so please cooperate."

Shinosuke suddenly switched back to Galactic Standard.

((Returned...))

Seyla and Milliena, who had been watching nervously, exchanged glances when Marks suddenly entered the bridge to check on them.

"Um, Marks-san, Shinosuke-san is..."

Seyla looked confused, seeking help from Marks.

Ah, he's back. Don't worry—he's perfectly fine. Master Tōchigi's accent bursts out unconsciously, and he himself isn't aware of it. He just tries to speak Galactic Standard with a slightly stronger tone. So, even if his speech keeps switching between the accent and standard language, it's not a malfunction. Please don't be concerned.

Indeed, Shinosuke had completely shifted from his earlier coastal accent, calmly continuing his conversation with the coast guard as if nothing had happened.

"Unexpected side we've seen..."

Whereas just moments ago they had been tense and anxious, Seira and Milina now wore delighted expressions.

A communication通道 was established between Fubuki and the patrol vessel, and the rescue operation was finally about to begin.

Just as the captain had said, the coast guard personnel seemed unwilling to board Fubuki, instead preparing to receive the distressed individuals at the connection port with caution.

Shinnosuke also stood in front of the connection port, as a matter of courtesy from the handover party, to see the distressed individuals off.

One after another, the people were guided by Marks, Madelia, and the coast guard personnel onto the patrol boats, each expressing their gratitude to ShinnoSuke and his group.

Amidst this, Alicia stopped in front of ShinnoSuke.

"Thank you so much. Next time I travel, I truly hope to sail aboard Captain Kashimura's vessel."

As Alicia, ever the traveler, had just said, ShinnoSuke gave a wry smile and shrugged his shoulders.

"Unfortunately, my company currently only handles escort and cargo transport services. We haven't yet considered expanding into passenger travel."

"Oh, how disappointing. Well, I'd still like to visit the Aekneria Galactic Federation someday, so if our paths cross again, I hope we can meet under better circumstances."

Alicia briefly opened her forehead eye to look up at Shinnosuke, leaving behind a gentle smile as she descended from the cloud.

Finally, the captain of the Blue Dolphin stood before Shinnosuke and saluted.

I sincerely thank you, Captain Kasimura, for your rescue efforts. Though I lost my ship, I was able to fulfill my most basic duty as a captain—protecting the lives of all crew and passengers—thanks to your dedicated efforts. I believe our company will contact you later regarding compensation for this rescue; I kindly ask that you look forward to it.

"I'm truly relieved that everyone is safe and unharmed."

When Shinosuke replied, the captain tightly grasped Shinosuke's hand and then boarded the patrol vessel.

Once all crew and passengers had been transferred, Shinosuke and the patrol vessel's crew exchanged salutes, after which the communication link was severed and the patrol vessel slowly pulled away.

With that, the rescue operation was now fully complete.

Shinnosuke returned to the bridge, took his seat at the controls, and turned the Fukubuki around.

There was no reason to linger in the Rimuria Galactic Empire's territory any longer, and he actually wanted to head back as soon as possible.

"Right then, no need to dawdle—let's get back quickly!"

[Galactic Standard Translation: Right then, no need to dawdle—let's get back quickly.]

Fukubuki accelerated and swiftly departed from the empire's territory, setting off on its return journey.