Editor: ModestlyEvil
After His Majesty’s speech, I received a lot of attention because Primera looked my way during the reading of the inventory.
Soon, however, everyone’s attention returned to the reading of the inventory. First, some presents from another country. These were indeed luxurious. The gifts were colorful gauze cloth; jewelry; rare animals; beautiful artifacts; and even a performer doing special tricks.
Do you want me to keep an entertainer or something? Well, that last one is a bit of a tricky present to handle because it’s not really Primera’s cup of tea.
“Well then, everyone, I hope you all enjoy the party.”
His Majesty concluded after the reading of the inventory, and the band began to play again.
The hall instantly regained its buzz, there is now a crowd of people close to the royal family.
It’s a good idea to be able to have a look at a few of the many different ways you can make use of your own money.
Well, I am only beginning my debut as a socialite, so I don’t want to get into trouble by talking about unnecessary things. But His Majesty’s intentions are obviously: “I won’t let you hear my pretty daughter’s voice!”
“Julia-dono.”
“Arder Saul-sama”
“It is a pleasure to see your beauty tonight.”
“Well, you’re very good at flattery. But the fabric for this dress has recently been developed by the Count of Ceres.”
“Oh, I thought it was just a beautiful fabric that I had never seen before … Was it a fabric that Count Ceres was proud of?”
“Oh, Arder Saul, it’s good to see you! How long have you been in the ballroom? It’s a pleasure to meet you, for the first time, as well Viscountess Vandeid, I’m Keith Less, Count of Ceres.”
“This is the Count of Ceres. It’s good to see you again.”
“It’s a pleasure to meet you. I am Viscountess Julia of the House Vandeid.”
By the way, this is a scenario orchestrated by the Queen Dowager, for the both of us to play out. Since I did already meet the Count of Ceres at the palace.
This exchange is a play to show that I am able to follow the rules of the aristocratic society and that I can be friendly with the Count of Ceres, who is famous for his sociability.
In social circles, when spoken to by a person of high rank, a person of lower rank is only then allowed to speak.
I have just been given his name by Count Ceres, so I’ll return my name in the same way and that’s all.
This is the scenario where we can talk to each other in a friendly manner and not feel uncomfortable.
It’s a cumbersome ritual, but the fact that this is how the pecking order is maintained makes me wish I didn’t have anything to do with the social world…In fact, I don’t think I’ll be able to get around without having this kind of scenario prepared for me…
“When I received the request for the fabric from the Queen Dowager, I wondered what was going on, but I see, since it was tailored it like this, then I’m happy for us too!”
“Queen Dowager-sama?”
“Oh, I’m afraid you didn’t know, Arder Saul-sama. The Queen Dowager is sorry for the misunderstandings that have arisen as a result of Viscount Vandeid’s efforts to promote his daughter’s debut in society. She does have the Queen’s support. Not only that, but Miss Julia is also Princess Primera’s favorite maid.”
“Oh, I see…”
A misunderstanding arose.
The Queen Dowager felt sorry for it.
Julia von Vandeid is a favorite of the Primera-sama.
The fact that such keywords easily fell from the Count’s mouth can make the people around him think that the information must have already spread well in advance.
I was somewhat tired. My wandering gaze looked to see what Melek was doing, but I couldn’t see my brother anywhere.
”What’s wrong?”
“Oh, nothing Count, but I cannot find my brother…”
“Ah, Melek Ravi, he’s quite good and clever. He should be all right.”
“Ah, do you know him?”
“Yes, I was introduced to him by your aunt, who I had heard had a very capable nephew, and indeed he is. The future of the Vandeid family is so bright that I can’t help but be envious!”
“Thank you for your kind words.”
“Well then, I think I’d better take my leave Arder Saul-sama. All women’s interests will be cut off if you look so unfriendly?”
“Hmm, I am aware. Thank you for the advice.”
“Eh?”
“Well then, see you.”
This part was not part of the scenario? Well, I guess it’s alright as long as it doesn’t include small talk…
I looked up at Arder Saul-sama next to me, wondering what was being talked about, with such a deceitful smile.
”Even so, rumors of a nobleman travel frighteningly quick, don’t they?”
“Yes, true or false, it’s all a blur once it gets out.”
“How can you tell the difference between true and false rumors?”
“That’s the kind of thing you learn after you have heard a lot of rumors.”
“Oh well…”
“And if that’s what you’re trying to do, you’re not doing it well.”
“…It’s terrifying, isn’t it?”
I want to let out a big sigh, but even that is not allowed.
I can’t share the information that I could share if I were in my appearance as a normal maid, but I can’t.
Being an aristocratic girl is difficult…Even if I have simulated it in my brain many times.
But still, a single rumor can overturn the entire social world! Well, at least that’s what Duchess Bianca said, but it’s true!
I’m worried! I need to be distrustful of people.
However, this time people are making great use of it, and I get the feeling that the people being used know they are being used…
But that’s alright. That’s all a part of the “social world”.
Arder Saul smiled a small smile at my weariness and said, “Would you like to dance?” He held out his hand to me and said, “You won’t be able to face the Queen Dowager if you end up with the flowers on the wall, can you?”
As I had always thought it was a big, burly hand. Probably because it’s a hand that often handles the sword.
I didn’t respond to it with words, I simply laid my hand on his.
Naturally, I couldn’t do anything as advanced as looking him in the eye and easily tell him to keep it a secret. No matter how much I studied! I’m talking to a handsome man! It’s very difficult to get a grip, you know?
“By the way, I have your brother’s permission.”
“Really?”
“I’m sure Melek Ravi-sama is busy dealing with Dean right now.”
“I see…”
“Yes, I hope we’ll be good friends from now on, Viscount Vandeid.”
“…”
So that means we’re aiming to show off that a friendship is developing between the incoming Count Baum and the incoming Viscountess Vandeid.
That the Vandeid family is now under the protection of the Baum family.
The Baum family is a genuine military family and a family that has served the royal family since the founding of the country. So, they don’t have to care about angering different factions.
While the Vandeid family is weak and has not been welcomed into any of the factions…Oh, the sad reality.
”Excuse me for inviting you, even though I’m not good at dancing.”
“Oh, Really? But you’ve got all the ladies willing to dance with you.”
“So, I’m going to have to ask Julia-sama to help me pretend that I’m tired of dancing.”
“…It’s not like a knight’s energy can be depleted in a song or so.”
“Then, how many songs would you like to play? I assume you’ll cooperate?”
“Eh…wait!”
“Come on, it’s a waltz.”
Ah, he’s still very willful!
I’m not much of a dancer myself, you know?
Also, how don’t you know how scary the jealousy of ladies is!
However, I am a bit of a prideful person and I couldn’t bring myself to say “I don’t know what to do…”
And dancing in high heeled shoes is quite scary.
Editor: ModestlyEvil
After His Majesty’s speech, I received a lot of attention because Primera looked my way during the reading of the inventory.
Soon, however, everyone’s attention returned to the reading of the inventory. First, some presents from another country. These were indeed luxurious. The gifts were colorful gauze cloth; jewelry; rare animals; beautiful artifacts; and even a performer doing special tricks.
Do you want me to keep an entertainer or something? Well, that last one is a bit of a tricky present to handle because it’s not really Primera’s cup of tea.
“Well then, everyone, I hope you all enjoy the party.”
His Majesty concluded after the reading of the inventory, and the band began to play again.
The hall instantly regained its buzz, there is now a crowd of people close to the royal family.
It’s a good idea to be able to have a look at a few of the many different ways you can make use of your own money.
Well, I am only beginning my debut as a socialite, so I don’t want to get into trouble by talking about unnecessary things. But His Majesty’s intentions are obviously: “I won’t let you hear my pretty daughter’s voice!”
“Julia-dono.”
“Arder Saul-sama”
“It is a pleasure to see your beauty tonight.”
“Well, you’re very good at flattery. But the fabric for this dress has recently been developed by the Count of Ceres.”
“Oh, I thought it was just a beautiful fabric that I had never seen before … Was it a fabric that Count Ceres was proud of?”
“Oh, Arder Saul, it’s good to see you! How long have you been in the ballroom? It’s a pleasure to meet you, for the first time, as well Viscountess Vandeid, I’m Keith Less, Count of Ceres.”
“This is the Count of Ceres. It’s good to see you again.”
“It’s a pleasure to meet you. I am Viscountess Julia of the House Vandeid.”
By the way, this is a scenario orchestrated by the Queen Dowager, for the both of us to play out. Since I did already meet the Count of Ceres at the palace.
This exchange is a play to show that I am able to follow the rules of the aristocratic society and that I can be friendly with the Count of Ceres, who is famous for his sociability.
In social circles, when spoken to by a person of high rank, a person of lower rank is only then allowed to speak.
I have just been given his name by Count Ceres, so I’ll return my name in the same way and that’s all.
This is the scenario where we can talk to each other in a friendly manner and not feel uncomfortable.
It’s a cumbersome ritual, but the fact that this is how the pecking order is maintained makes me wish I didn’t have anything to do with the social world…In fact, I don’t think I’ll be able to get around without having this kind of scenario prepared for me…
“When I received the request for the fabric from the Queen Dowager, I wondered what was going on, but I see, since it was tailored it like this, then I’m happy for us too!”
“Queen Dowager-sama?”
“Oh, I’m afraid you didn’t know, Arder Saul-sama. The Queen Dowager is sorry for the misunderstandings that have arisen as a result of Viscount Vandeid’s efforts to promote his daughter’s debut in society. She does have the Queen’s support. Not only that, but Miss Julia is also Princess Primera’s favorite maid.”
“Oh, I see…”
A misunderstanding arose.
The Queen Dowager felt sorry for it.
Julia von Vandeid is a favorite of the Primera-sama.
The fact that such keywords easily fell from the Count’s mouth can make the people around him think that the information must have already spread well in advance.
I was somewhat tired. My wandering gaze looked to see what Melek was doing, but I couldn’t see my brother anywhere.
”What’s wrong?”
“Oh, nothing Count, but I cannot find my brother…”
“Ah, Melek Ravi, he’s quite good and clever. He should be all right.”
“Ah, do you know him?”
“Yes, I was introduced to him by your aunt, who I had heard had a very capable nephew, and indeed he is. The future of the Vandeid family is so bright that I can’t help but be envious!”
“Thank you for your kind words.”
“Well then, I think I’d better take my leave Arder Saul-sama. All women’s interests will be cut off if you look so unfriendly?”
“Hmm, I am aware. Thank you for the advice.”
“Eh?”
“Well then, see you.”
This part was not part of the scenario? Well, I guess it’s alright as long as it doesn’t include small talk…
I looked up at Arder Saul-sama next to me, wondering what was being talked about, with such a deceitful smile.
”Even so, rumors of a nobleman travel frighteningly quick, don’t they?”
“Yes, true or false, it’s all a blur once it gets out.”
“How can you tell the difference between true and false rumors?”
“That’s the kind of thing you learn after you have heard a lot of rumors.”
“Oh well…”
“And if that’s what you’re trying to do, you’re not doing it well.”
“…It’s terrifying, isn’t it?”
I want to let out a big sigh, but even that is not allowed.
I can’t share the information that I could share if I were in my appearance as a normal maid, but I can’t.
Being an aristocratic girl is difficult…Even if I have simulated it in my brain many times.
But still, a single rumor can overturn the entire social world! Well, at least that’s what Duchess Bianca said, but it’s true!
I’m worried! I need to be distrustful of people.
However, this time people are making great use of it, and I get the feeling that the people being used know they are being used…
But that’s alright. That’s all a part of the “social world”.
Arder Saul smiled a small smile at my weariness and said, “Would you like to dance?” He held out his hand to me and said, “You won’t be able to face the Queen Dowager if you end up with the flowers on the wall, can you?”
As I had always thought it was a big, burly hand. Probably because it’s a hand that often handles the sword.
I didn’t respond to it with words, I simply laid my hand on his.
Naturally, I couldn’t do anything as advanced as looking him in the eye and easily tell him to keep it a secret. No matter how much I studied! I’m talking to a handsome man! It’s very difficult to get a grip, you know?
“By the way, I have your brother’s permission.”
“Really?”
“I’m sure Melek Ravi-sama is busy dealing with Dean right now.”
“I see…”
“Yes, I hope we’ll be good friends from now on, Viscount Vandeid.”
“…”
So that means we’re aiming to show off that a friendship is developing between the incoming Count Baum and the incoming Viscountess Vandeid.
That the Vandeid family is now under the protection of the Baum family.
The Baum family is a genuine military family and a family that has served the royal family since the founding of the country. So, they don’t have to care about angering different factions.
While the Vandeid family is weak and has not been welcomed into any of the factions…Oh, the sad reality.
”Excuse me for inviting you, even though I’m not good at dancing.”
“Oh, Really? But you’ve got all the ladies willing to dance with you.”
“So, I’m going to have to ask Julia-sama to help me pretend that I’m tired of dancing.”
“…It’s not like a knight’s energy can be depleted in a song or so.”
“Then, how many songs would you like to play? I assume you’ll cooperate?”
“Eh…wait!”
“Come on, it’s a waltz.”
Ah, he’s still very willful!
I’m not much of a dancer myself, you know?
Also, how don’t you know how scary the jealousy of ladies is!
However, I am a bit of a prideful person and I couldn’t bring myself to say “I don’t know what to do…”
And dancing in high heeled shoes is quite scary.
