Chapter 64

Aegir POV1

Goldonia Royal Palace

Nobles are lined up dressed in formal uniforms and King Alexandro sits with an air of composure on the throne . I am standing there amongst those nobles too . Today, they didnt approve of Celia coming along so it cant be helped that she has nothing to do . The only ones with the right to be allowed to line up here are those with Baron status and above, and also the kings soldiers and servants .

A trumpets sound rings out and a palace soldier dressed in an elegant outfit declares sonorously .

The proxy for Marquess Albens, Lady Claudia Albens Malordol has arrived!

Let her through!

The king declares exaggeratedly . All of us are waiting for her sake in the first place, so I dont think there is a need to purposely put on an act, but nobles are troublesome beings .

Lord Hardlett, its a state guest . You better not take your usual attitude, alright?

Erich gives me a warning while standing beside me . Thats right, when I was told that Claudia was coming, I didnt feel any sort of tension . Actually, she is a woman from my past, but if I told Erich that, he would probably faint .

The noblewoman is walking on top of a red carpet and the impression I got from seeing Claudia after such a long time was entirely different from before . The appearance of her flowing dress as she walks with her head held high made me feel that this was truly what a noble looked like .

Claudia bows elegantly as she walks up in front of the king .

It is a pleasure to meet you for the first time, Your Majesty Alexandro the First . On this occasion, I have come as a proxy for my husband . I cannot thank you enough for this extremely kind treatment as a state guest .

You did well to come from such a long distance . I appreciate yours and Lord Malordols sincerity .

Claudia returned to her normal posture and started to speak while smiling .

I apologize on behalf of my husband for coming to greet you so late . Even though our family and your Majesty has similar blood flowing in us .

It seems that in the past, Marquess Malordols family has married into the royal family .

What of it, during my enthronement there was continued unfortunate war damage . It cant be helped .

I thank you for your generosity . Although this is suddenwe have been entrusted with a letter from the great king, His Majesty Jutland the second, for Your Highness .

A slight murmur rose up from among the nobles . Being entrusted with a letter means that Claudias visit has been officially recognized by the highest authority in the Federation, Jutland the second . Her level of importance has increased even further .

Claudia respectfully takes out the letter and the king stands up to receive it . Normally, it would be unthinkable for the king to directly take it . The Olga Federation and the Goldonia Kingdom are on friendly terms with each other, however, for many years the Federation undoubtedly held the advantage in the power relationship . It wasnt just a relationship between kings, it was something close to a ranking . Even though they are kings, disrespect was not permitted .

I have certainly received it .

Next, I will present gifts to your Majesty . Please take this .

Claudia hands over a list of gifts .

Good, thank you . I will also be giving you something in return .

The kings aide hands Claudia a list . As if it was something natural, both parties seem to have been prepared .

If they were going to do an exchange, wouldnt it be better if the both of them took what they want? They didnt have to bring the heavy stuff .

This is called a nobles manners . Also, Lord Hardlett, I thought I told you not to make pointless chatter .

I got Erich angry . Just when I was about ready to thank her for her efforts and looked at Claudia, her eyes met with mine .

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Claudias face became dyed with joy in the blink of an eye . Even now, she has a smile that seemed to jump out in dance and her eyes are glued to me .

Then, lets begin the welcoming banquet immediately . There are people I want to introduce you to . Escort the Lady to the lounge!

Just like that, Claudia was taken by the servants and left the room . She was desperately staring at me until the end . At first, I got the impression that she was a noble of a different nature from me, but those eyes are a familiar color from that of a crazed woman .

At the dinner party, His Majesty will probably introduce you as her entertainer for the evening . Dont get her angry with your rudeness, you hear?

Itll be fine . Absolutely fine .

Claudia will not get mad at something like me being rude .

This is Viscount Aegir Hardlett . A man who has shown achievements that makes my heart dance in the previous Arkland military campaign . I will let this man guide you around my country as well .

Nice tomeet you, please treat me well, Lord Hardlett .

Claudias eyes moisten and her voice trembles . However, as expected it seems she still has the reason to keep herself from being embraced in a place like this .

Good, it seems that the Lady is also interested in your heroic tales . Let her hear them while you guide her .

Yes . I will accept it .

With this man, as long as he has a sword, you may not need an escort either . Then, Im counting on you .

The king and Claudia arrives at the table and are chatting about some bland topics while eating . But I can hear a constant sound coming from the womans feet . I can hear the inappropriate constant tapping of her foot that seems to be saying Hurry up and end .

The eating is finished and the ball starts . The nobles are consecutively greeting the guest of honor, Claudia, and with a sigh, she holds her head in her hand .

Please excuse me, I am not feeling quite well, it may be the fatigue from my long journey .

That isnt good .

Please rest .

Hey servant, bring some water .

If I rest a little, I may feel better . Lord Hardlett, can you take me to a place with a good breeze?

She leans lightly on my arm, but from her gripping strength I dont think shes feeling that bad . Her rough breathing is probably not because of weakness, but probably due to her arousal .

(Light Novels Illustration: Claudia on Aegirs arm)

I understand . Please follow me .

Please take care .

Lord Hardlett, treat her courteously .

The acting is perfect . I didnt take Claudia to the balcony or the lounge, but I took her to the courtyard .

Are you alright? Lady Malordol?

Thats wrong . Dont call me by that mans name, I am Claudia . I am your woman!

Claudia jumps into my chest . She wiped off her lipstick with a handkerchief and gives me kisses all over my face, like a storm .

Since that day I lost you, I have been forever dreaming of this day! My beloved one, the master of my heart!

Having said that much, I thought it would be rude just to have it done to me so I was about to kiss her too, drawing her face to me, but her face still had makeup . It would be troublesome if it were to crumble, and in the first place, I didnt like the smell of makeup . I avoid the lips and kiss her on the nape of her neck .

Ah, youre doing it here? No, I am your woman, so I am at your mercy .

Claudia misunderstands my avoidance of her lips as a feeling of sexual excitement and pulls her underwear off from inside her dress . As expected though, we cant do it here .

were stopping Claudia . There is still a party to attend after this right?

For something like that, Ill just