Chapter 345 – Friends
An evening of nothing special.
People who had gone for a spring walk were returning home one by one, and the dusk-covered sky was slowly turning into the colors of night.
—♩ ♪ ♫ ♬~
“The next piece is Sir John’s The Sound of Spring, Sound of Spring No. 1 Waltz. This night, the chill of winter is gone and the warm spring breeze tickles your skin. I sincerely wish you a pleasant evening with great music.”
—Clap clap clap!
“Beautiful Lady, how about singing a song with me?”
“Hmm… Although the comment is a bit old. Well, it’s good.”
As the orchestra on the stage began to play in unison following the conductor’s hand gestures, men and women who quickly exchanged glances in the spacious hall paired up one by one, hugged each other, and slowly danced in a circle.
“Haha. The passion of young people remains. “It’s really nice to see.”
“It reminds me of myself when I was younger.”
And on the second floor, not in the hall that doubles as a ballroom, the ‘real nobles’ are leisurely enjoying their meal with music and dance moves as entertainment.
Just because the people below you are not nobles, that doesn’t mean they are nobles.
People who can look down on their dancing as if it were natural can be considered the most influential figures in the empire.
“Hmm… “
“Hey, those ladies, no way.”
“I guess that’s right. “It seemed quite chilly for spring.”
And, two young women who occupied the best seats on the second floor.
Although powerful people are casting glances at the two, pretending not to be there. No one was quick to speak.
This was proof that the two people had a significant position.
“… “It feels a little strange.”
Agnes, wearing a revealing, decent dress, was conscious of the gaze of those around her and moved the knife awkwardly, as if slightly shaken.
Due to her excessively voluptuous breasts and short stature that did not match them, she had difficulty dressing well.
The dress she wore today emphasizes her slenderness while emphasizing her body relatively less, and unlike usual, she generously reveals her cold and haughty side.
After all, is a fashion sense innate?
Agnes lightly clinked her glass with the woman in front of her and gave her a longing look.
“Why?”
A mysterious woman lightly tilting her head towards Agnes.
Riedel von Glaciel.
Her entire body, including her hair, skin, and dress, was as white as her snow. The appearance is reminiscent of the Snow Queen from legends or fairy tales.
Contrary to her appearance, which seemed infinitely thin at first glance, she was the number one person in Bing’s design and a strong woman who was considered to have the highest level of military power in the empire.
This was the reason why no one could approach the two beauties who proudly occupied the head table.
“It’s just that I never imagined I would be in this position.”
“Get used to it. “It will become natural in the future.”
“Is that so… “
Agnes and Riddell.
Their relationship, which began last year during the Knights’ Battle, was not easily broken and has continued to this day.
There is a sense of kinship in the image of a rare elemental system, and that it also possesses the same properties.
“Thank you for the invitation. “Lord Liddell.”
“Huh… But how long are you going to call me that harshly?”
This was because Liddell unilaterally liked Agnes.
The reason was that Agnes’ ice was particularly clear and beautiful. It was for a reason that she seemed not to know, but since Liddell was famous for being so eccentric, she couldn’t help but think it was just her.
So far, Agnes has interacted with Riedel, not only has his skills improved noticeably, but she has also received useful tips and information about the operation of the knights.
And to be invited to such a prestigious event.
Although she started out as an enemy, she is now a woman who can be said to be a benefactor to Agnes.
“Hot, then how should I call you? S, Master… ?”
“What is a teacher? Just call me Riedel. “Except for Kyeong.”
Although she still wasn’t sure what she was thinking.
“Oh, I understand, Liddell.”
Agnes nodded hesitantly.
Although we can now say that we are close friends.
“Because we are the same knight commander. “You can speak comfortably if you want.”
“How can you do that? “He is definitely more senior than me and much more powerful.”
“Huh… Well, if you want to.”
Agnes had been a knight for half her life and had a clear relationship between superiors and subordinates, so she could not treat Liddell comfortably, who was ahead of her in everything, including her status, skills, and experience.
There is a sense of discomfort in the fact that they are equal in terms of rank.
In fact, there is a clear difference in skill between the knight commanders, so it is only natural that the ranks are divided.
So, Liddell’s comfort with Agnes was unusual.
She stared at Agnes, who was openly having a hard time with her, and Liddell suddenly burst into laughter.
“Puh-huh.”
“Why, why are you smiling?”
“No, just. “I thought you were so amazing.”
“Yes… ?”
-Gulp!
Agnes, who was savoring the beef as it melted down her throat, asked back in confusion.
Then Liddell slowly lifted his chin and spoke with a rather serious expression.
“Why are you still acting like a subordinate?”
“What do you mean by that?”
“That’s right. What are you missing? It would be better for you to be more aware of your position if possible. Otherwise, we might be in big trouble.”
“My location… “
Agnes still looks puzzled.
“Do you know that there is a lot of talk among nobles right now?”
“Four? Well, like that… “Have I made you look hateful?”
“Huh… “I really don’t know anything.”
Riedel began to explain to her in a calm tone.
“To summarize, I would say your influence is much greater than you think.”
“I will listen.”
It was an attitude that would have been surprising to anyone who knew Liddell in general.
Since she considered Agnes to be her only ‘friend’ in the world, Liddell did not want her friend to be embarrassed.
“Wolfgang. The most famous person in the empire right now is your boyfriend. Yes?”
“That’s right.”
“Furthermore, she is close to the princess and the saint, and her personal abilities are not particularly lacking. No, rather, he is exceptional.”
Blink blink.
Agnes sits still and blinks her eyes as if she was told something she had no idea about.
Soon, her face slowly took on an unknown expression.
“Uh… Ah… ?”
Riddell chuckled as if it was fun to see Agnes like that.
“I think you probably understand what I mean. “Because you’re smart.”
“Bird, if you think about it, it’s only natural. Why… “
“Huh… My self-esteem is really low. “Do you know anything?”
“What is… ?”
Eventually, Riedel added, as if confirming that she had been killed.
“This place. In fact, I got it using your name, not mine.”
“Yes… ? What is that… “
“Originally, it was a completely empty space. “It’s a position that is usually given to high-ranking nobles of at least the rank of marquis or to members of the royal family when they come to visit.”
“Well, that…” “
“But when I mentioned your name, they gave it to me right away. Wow, that’s amazing. Have good friends and sit in a place like this. “It’s really strong.”
Liddell speaks clearly without any change in expression.
If you listen to what he says, it sounds like a joke, but even the pitch of his voice doesn’t change, so it doesn’t sound like a joke at all.
Agnes lowered her head as if she had a headache.
“That can’t be… “
“Listen carefully. In the future, there will be more people approaching you to take advantage of you. “It was okay to be naive until now, but not from now on.”
“… Are you saying that ignorance is also a sin?”
“Huh… “It’s good that you understand quickly.”
Riddell looked at Agnes and sipped her wine.
“You like your boyfriend. No, you love me, right?”
“Yes. “Of course.”
“Do you think the princess and the saint are also precious people?”
“Of course.”
“Then, in order not to cause trouble to those people, it would be better to keep your mind straight. “As you know, the empire is in turmoil these days.”
As the eldest daughter of the Marquis of Glaciel, the right-hand man of the Duke of Winterheart, she was a Riedel, accustomed to life as a high-ranking nobleman from her childhood.
Therefore, it was a natural way of dealing with her.
Her friend Agnes had strangely low self-esteem, and her family of origin was nothing more than a rural male writer.
That’s why she took special time to inform us.
Normally, I wouldn’t do it because it’s too bothersome. Although she would have enjoyed more time sitting idly in her office.
Because Agnes, who has the prettiest ice, is special.
Because she was her friend. He’s kind of a special treat.
Agnes bowed her head towards Liddell.
“Thank you.”
“Thank you. If you are grateful, please tell the princess. Please take good care of our family.”
Liddell answers him casually.
Agnes narrowed her eyes at Liddell.
“…Are you making me apply the teachings right away?”
“Yeah… You’re quick-witted as expected.”
The two women looked at each other, then began to smile at the same time.
“Ahaha…!”
“Tsk tsk…”
It looked quite nice.
But, at that time.
“Hey, you guys.”
A man approached them in a languid tone.
