On the porch of a houseboat situated in the vast expanse of the sea, Lucas found respite as he leaned against the weathered wooden railings. With his hands calmly folded behind him, he gazed out at the river with a vacant expression, lost in his own thoughts.

Meanwhile, Lucas's youthful uncle emerged from the interior of the houseboat and joined him on the porch. Like Lucas, he found solace in the familiar embrace of the sturdy railings. As he stared out into the endless expanse of the sea, his eyes filled with anticipation.

"We will soon reach the destination known as the blue sea pack," he spoke softly, conveying a...