Everyone tried to come to their senses in the awkward and confused atmosphere.
“Uh... Um... Oh, right! I made a few more pearl cosmetics. Would you like to take a look?”
“Okay, good.”
The pearl lipstick and pearl shadow that Olivier took out opened up the conversation.
The cosmetics, which sparkled beautifully as if they had magic, quickly captured people's attention.
“I think the shadow is especially pretty. Did you say the color name is Ash Beige?”
“It looks just like beige, but when you apply it, it has a subtle purple tint depending on the angle.”
“It’s a cool color, so I think it would suit someone with a cherry blossom skin tone.”
“Then Sir Agneto comes to mind.”
Even while they were having a conversation, the guests showed signs of being conscious of me.
He did. There were countless instances where he would occasionally glance at me or pretend to cough in vain.
Of course, I pretended not to know and stood quietly against the wall.
The topic of conversation turned to the interior renovation of the special room in the public bathhouse.
“The reservation-only special rooms will provide the wealthy with an opportunity to experience bathroom bathing culture.”
“Yes. After seeing the special room, I took charge of building a bathroom in my own mansion. There will also be those who crawl.”
“That’s why we use pearl paint generously to decorate it in a very luxurious way.”
Limona listened to the story with interest. Her face was filled with dreams of one day using the special room herself.
It was then. I suddenly opened my mouth without picking up the tea.
“Ladies, if you don’t mind, may I say something?”
“Huh? What are you rude about! Of course, it's fine!"
“Oh, come on, speak, no, speak!”
Limona, who was watching, was a little taken aback. All the nobles were preparing to listen to the maid's words.
“Thank you for your permission. Miss Cedella gave me some instructions last time, and I will report to you here.”
I slyly sold Cedella's name.
“To create a luxurious atmosphere in Lucyard’s special bathroom, Lady Cedella has been working hard on pearl paint and fragrance material. Miss Cedella said that it would be nice to include auditory elements as well.”
"How?"
“It’s about playing music in the waiting hall used by special room guests.”
“Are you suggesting that we hire an orchestra to perform?”
“I’m trying to do something more differentiated. Among the things that golem alchemists are researching, there is something called a recording golem. It contains a song by Limona Lund. What if we pay the fee and turn it on?”
“Oh my, is that possible? That would be awesome.”
“After checking, I found that recording for about 30 minutes is possible with alchemy. The sound quality is not as good as hearing it in person, but it is not bad enough to be appreciated. I have already asked the Pegasus Troupe leader to compose a song for Miss Lund to sing.”
“I think it’s great that you came up with a way to promote Miss Lund’s song while also attracting people.”
Before I knew it, I was the subject who handled the work, not Cedella, and the guests were treating me with natural honor.
But Limona, who was surprised by the conversation, had no time to feel strange.
'I have my own song? Is that really true?
Cedella spoke as if to tell the moved Limona to listen.
“Of course, it is all according to Her Highness’s instructions.”
At this point, Limona couldn't hold back her curiosity about the real sponsor.
Limona asked Cedella with the aforementioned face.
“Isn’t that the 7th Princess who said she hasn’t arrived yet? When do you think she’ll be arriving?”
“That... I think it might be too much for today.”
“Well, then when can we meet? I really want to thank her. Please let me meet her.”
I can't say we've already met. An awkward silence fell over the table.
And this silence has led to negative interpretations.
“Ah, I’m sorry, I’m sorry. I, I was too presumptuous. The Princess is not someone you can easily meet..."
Limona trailed off without confidence.
This reminds her of the atmosphere that still pervades aristocratic society, looking down on commoners and even those of nomadic origin.
At that time, Cedella affectionately comforted Limona.
“Limona, instead of waiting for an opportunity, why don’t you enter the palace first?”
"Ah!"
Limona has come to an epiphany.
“You’re right, Miss. I just had to go see her.”
It was a moment of great motivation for her.
In that sense, she is expected to become famous enough to enter the palace soon.
The atmosphere flowed naturally to listening to Limona's songs.
Soon, the living room became the stage for a song to resonate.
It was a tone that was still sweet, yet powerful enough to shake the heart directly.
Everyone in the reception room looked as if they were possessed.
Amber was dancing around and around with Michael in the kitchen.
It was a beautiful song that even touched the golem's ego.
Tea time was over. The three guests left one by one in their own family carriages.
“It was an enjoyable and informative time.”
“Then I’ll see you next time.”
Anais whispered in my ear before getting into the carriage.
“See you at the palace, Your Highness.”
“Yes. I’ll explain everything to you then, Lady.”
It was time to part ways with Limona.
“Eve, the tea was really delicious today.”
"Limona’s song was really good too. Go back safely.”
“See you next time!”
I left the job of escorting them to a place where they could catch the rent carriage to Michael.
Limona told Michael about her impressions of the day with a face that seemed like she was dreaming a happy dream.
“I thought I’d be scared since they were all from noble families, but it wasn’t like that at all.”
“Maybe it’s because someone was protecting you.”
“The 7th Princess is not here. She was so kind.”
Michael asked a question.
“Do you know the names of the 7th Princess?”
“Of course. It’s Evienrose Hadelamid.”
Because there were so many people in the royal family, there were hardly any commoners who could remember even their middle names in detail.
“Do you even know what the 7th Princesses’ nicknames are?”
“Because it’s Evienrose... Evien?”
“Hmm, Yes.”
She stopped asking questions as if she hadn't expected much and hurried on.
Meanwhile, at that time, in the townhouse of Arpel.
I, who had overcome a difficult time, collapsed on the living room sofa.
The muscles all over my body were stiff with tension.
Cedella and Lian clung to me and gave me a thorough massage.
“Thank you for your hard work, Your Highness.”
“Really. What kind of hardships has this been for you, my dear one.”
“Hahaha, it takes a lot of effort to socialize with commoners... I’m sorry for making you guys suffer too.”
“No, Your Highness.”
I, who was smiling awkwardly, was lost in thought.
'With Limona's skills, it will be no problem to enter the palace.'
It might be a good idea to prepare herself mentally to reveal the truth from now on.
Even though the board was enlarged, it became too big.
I let out a sigh of regret, wondering where on earth I had gone wrong in life.
***
It was a beautiful cloudy afternoon with a warm breeze. I drank tea outdoors for the first time in a long time.
The Royal Violet Garden, where lilac trees and lavender create a mysterious purple color.
At the tea timetable set up, there were three other invited guests besides me.
They were Lady Anais Lucyard, Count Alben Redmon, the keeper of the Chamber of Protocol, and Baron Kayden Laflier, the keeper of the Treasury.
“Honestly, when Her Highness the Princess suddenly poured me tea, my heart almost dropped because I thought I was seeing my doppelganger.”
“Hahaha! That must have been an honor, Your Highness. To receive tea from Her Highness the Princess.”
“It was glorious, but it’s not something to laugh about. The two of you should have been there.”
"Ha ha ha ha ha!"
Anais, who has entered the palace, reveals what happened at Cedella's townhouse a week ago.
Baron Laflier laughed heartily, and Kayden lifted his glass. The thick scent of brewed coffee permeated his mustache and nose.
“I have submitted the proof of sponsorship documents to the Protocol Department, so please be informed that Ms. Limona Lund’s secret sponsor has been appointed. Soon it will spread little by little. Then there will be those who question the source of the donations. Please declare your personal assets in advance to avoid any trouble later.”
“I have already left it in the hands of Lord Redmon.”
Alben looked pleased with my trust.
Just then, a piece of good news occurred to Alben.
“Your Highness, I have something to inform you of.”
“What is it, Lord Redmon?”
“Thanks to Miss Limona Lund, your Imperial Merit has been greatly increased, and you are now able to undertake dispatch activities.”
“Oh, I see. Thanks for letting me know.”
This grants me the right to visit the Magic Stone Mining Facility.
'I can improve the poor living conditions of the homunculus who are forced to work. And...'
I glanced at Michael, who was performing his escort role.
'This might be an opportunity to awaken Michael's power.'
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