The exchange with Sir William of the Dragon King's Knights came to an end as a modest chat without any problems.

　It was a strange composition of me giving my subjective assessment of Travis and Sir William listening to it in a serious manner, but at least I seemed to be able to provide enough information to convince the Drake family.

　The fact that Leila's feelings for Travis had been conveyed to the Dragon King's Knights was shocking enough to surprise me.

　Well, it's only natural that it's transmitted.

　Even if she doesn't become a knight in person, she is still the daughter of a family that plays a central role in the Konoe Guard, and if such a girl wanted to continue to stay in the provinces, her parents' family couldn't just leave her alone without knowing the reason.

　It is quite natural that information is propagated from there to the family that is also the core of the knight's group.

It's hard for Travis' guy. You can't say anything about other people either.

　When you think about what you're doing these activities for, the busyness is also an opportunity to create a sense of fulfillment.

　When I opened the door of the waiting room, the person who makes the hard work of my role as a knight commander turn everything into joy, threw me a look that said he'd gotten tired of waiting.

It's a good idea to have a good time. I was about to conspicuously show off by myself in the hall, but in a bad way.
'Don't worry, miss. I'll be happy to go with you.
'You know what I'm saying: "You know what I'm saying: ...... The squire is no count in these cases.

　I couldn't help but chuckle at the exchange between Garnett and Abigail.

　We had arranged for the two of us to go to the venue together if I couldn't make it, but apparently Garnett wanted to avoid that if he could.

　However, it's hard to believe that Garnett would want to dress up for an occasion like this, so it wasn't the eyes of the people around me that probably didn't want to--

"...... What are you staring at? What's wrong with your makeup?
Nothing. It's all neatly done. Well, I guess we should get going then.
Oh, hey, ......, make sure you lead with the right stuff, okay?
I know. I'll do my best.

　I took Garnett's hand and led Abigail to the venue of the evening party.

　It was a luxurious grand hall set up inside the royal palace.

　It doesn't seem to be His Majesty's taste, but the ballroom of the palace in the capital of the Westland Kingdom must be of an appropriate size and prestige.

　The high ceilings are decorated and the live music played by the orchestra echoes magnificently.

　The food and drinks prepared for us are of the highest quality, and the red carpet that covers part of the floor conveys an elegant texture with every step.

　Sight, sound, touch, smell and taste.
　I'm sure you'll be able to see and hear the power of the palace through the eyes, ears, touch, smell and taste.

''It's awesome ......, much bigger than the last night party. ......
That was a private party the Count threw for himself. The one at the palace was much better.

　They exchanged words in a whisper so that those around them wouldn't hear them.

　Due to the size of the venue and the number of people gathered, it seemed that even if Garnett spoke in his usual language, no one else would be blamed for hearing him.

''After all, I suppose this kind of over-the-top party is also essential for bringing the kingdom together.
You know what I'm talking about. As long as we've got a group of people under our control that was divided up until recently, if people think that the palace doesn't have the power to rule the continent, we're going to have a real problem.
But we can't make them understand by force of arms, so this is how we make our power known: ......

　Economic power to hold large scale soirees.
　Influence that allows them to invite important people from all over the world, including foreign powers.

　Both of these factors, if diverted to the military, can increase military power in a way that can generate a huge military budget and win over many forces.

　The guests were told in no uncertain terms and clearly that if they tried to bring warfare to the continent again, they would have to deal with such a powerful force.

　Even the liquor and food served at the party, if you look closely, you can see that a wide range of products from all over the continent are available, appealing to the fact that every corner of the continent is under the control of the Royal Palace.

　It's not hard to imagine that a lot of money has been invested in this soiree, but if you think of it as an investment in maintaining peace, it's hard to think of it as a total waste of money.

I think we should pay our respects to the king. I'm sure the wait won't be too long.
Yeah, that's true.

　Prompted by Garnett, I weaved my way through the gorgeous people and made my way to the seat where His Majesty the King was seated.

　I'm sure that many of the people I passed on the way to the airport are of high rank and power, and I can't help but gasp when I think of them.

　Fortunately or unfortunately, the waiting list for greetings to His Majesty was dwindling at just the right moment, so I was able to advance in front of him with only a few people waiting.

''Next, please come forward.''

　At the squire's call, he steps forward and immediately bows his head, propping himself up on one knee.

　Garnet also curtsies with a grace that is unimaginable from his usual behavior, and he fulfills his role as well as he appears to be, with great skill.

'Commander of the White Wolf Knights, Luke White Wolf. I have arrived here.

　When I greeted him as Garnett had taught me beforehand, His Majesty still threw in the same type of words that I had heard beforehand.

'You have come well. Raise your face.''

　I manage to keep my nerves in check and look up as I'm instructed.

　This is a procedure that can be memorized by heart.
　The rest of the exchange is an improvised play (ad-lib) that can only be managed on the spot.

　His Majesty, dressed in dignified attire, is seated in a chair, and next to him is a beautiful woman of the same age as His Majesty the King - not to mention His Majesty the Queen of this kingdom.

　I'm sure you'll be able to find out what's going on in the world, and I'm sure you'll be able to find out what's going on in the world.

　I'm sure you'll be able to find a way to make the most of your time in the future.

　I was so baffled by the strange reaction that I turned to Garnett for an explanation, but even Garnett, who was also casually falling down on his face and holding back his laughter.

　What is this? What do you want me to do?

　His Majesty the King also seemed to have noticed the strange reaction of the girl in attendance and called out to her in a troubled voice.

It's a good idea to have a good time. You should greet her properly too.
...... Huh?

　Hearing the name and looking at the face of the girl who turned even more reluctantly, I felt compelled to praise myself for not raising my voice out loud.

　The girl who was scolded by His Majesty was none other than the brave Ezell.