"Yes, well... no, I know that the memorial ceremony will be held, but am I also present...?"
"Ah, yes. I think the maidservant will tell you more about it soon... but I hope you'll do the same."
Of course, the ceremony is an official event in this country.
Unlike Baron Wiener, who was singled out before, there are regular ceremonies in the country to recognize knights, clerks, and people who have served the country.
It is not something that is gorgeously displayed in the country, but rather a recognition of its achievements... but it is important that His Majesty has the opportunity to praise it directly.
No matter how hard you try, it's going to be tough if you don't admit it!
That being said, it is said that it would be a great thing to find sand and gold in the desert if you could be honored once in a lifetime, not only in this royal castle, but also in the country's knights and civil servants.
Until now, Primera-sama did not perform official duties as a minor, so she was asked by Nobuu and the Queen to participate, so she did not participate, but since this year, she has decided to participate, so... naturally, if that happens, I, the head maid, will also know the schedule.
(Attendance...!?)
But even if you know the plan, you don't know what it means to be present!!
Basically, I'm not going to attend the ceremony as a maid.
Yeah, because it's the other way around.
Of course, we are busy preparing for the ceremony and the costumes of Primera-sama and other things, but the ceremony itself is the work of the civil servants.
It's a great way to participate... His Majesty the King, the royalty in charge of public affairs, the high nobility, those who hold high positions in the Imperial Castle, and those who will be honored.
Civil servants and clerics who play the role of facilitators, such as guiding the recipients of awards and certificates of recognition.
Then there were a few Kingsguard Knights as His Majesty's bodyguard, and the Knights who guarded the venue.
Normally, it would look like that, so I've never heard of a maid [attending].
That's why it's impossible to be puzzled by what Mr. Bates said.
Of course, it's because Bates knows about it.
When I thought I smiled like I was in trouble, I turned my attention to Aldar.
“I'm very happy that Ardal was recognized as one of those people who deserved the recognition.”
Aldar looked back at Bates without holding back on his words.
Indeed, his work has been steadfast so far... even though he defeated monsters at last year's park fair, and since then, even though Count Baum has persuaded him to defeat monsters in various places, it has been a terrible success.
Rather, if you don't admit it and think about who you admit it to, you're right.
I'm glad Ardal can be praised for his public hard work!?
I was very surprised, but it's hard to figure out the facial expressions that make me feel joyful and hot.
But Aldar seemed to be different, and Bates continued to speak in dismay.
"I guess you decided to marry Miss Fundid, become a knight and live as a Kingsguard knight, but this award is not so bad. Without relying on the Baum family, it will be useful in your life."
"... I know."
"I know you don't want to stand out, but can you scare me from my parents' house?" Since you can get a salary from the state, it will be very helpful for your new life. "
I blinked at Mr. Bates' words.
How do you recommend the salmon you can get for your title to make the most of your life?
It's a commonplace thing... no, a new life is definitely something.
Besides, even though we're talking about a new life, we're not even officially engaged yet, so I don't think we're running a little too far ahead... no, is it better to think about and prepare for this kind of thing first?
"If possible, I don't want to get a title from the Baum family."...... I don't really want to rise...... "
Aldar saw us.
Huh? Well, if you want to live with me and get off to a great start, you're going to do your best?
(It's going to be a career, isn't it....)
Certainly, you get more salaries and bonuses when you get a position, but you certainly get more responsibilities and hassle.
I still work now, and I want to work even after Primera-sama gets married, so I'm not in such a hurry about my income.
(Neither I nor Aldar have the hobby of spending that much money... and I'm saving up quite a bit of money.)
When I think about it, I'm in a hurry! There's nothing like that...
We don't deny that people work hard to succeed, but we don't need to be in a hurry.
(Do we need to discuss this later?)
It's not like we're talking right now!
When I concluded in my heart and looked at Bates, he also shifted his gaze towards me.
And I laughed as I narrowed my eyes.
“I see, Miss Fundid seems to agree with that idea. Nice fiancée, Ardal."
"... yes, I think it's a wasteful woman for me."
Ah, Aldar!
Hahaha, I didn't know the day would come when you would be majestically fond of me!
Aldar's words unexpectedly made me laugh, but Bates only laughs with pleasure.
Ugh, I didn't expect to be praised like that in public... what kind of shameful play is this...
We'll have to keep an eye out for this later!
I will not be able to bear this kind of thing in the future.
You'll be ashamed to die if you get too rough, and the people who are aiming for Corner Ardal may be envious to give up recently and rekindle the annoyance!
No, well, I'm not really worried because there's almost no harassment anymore.
Somehow, thanks to the favourable attitude of the high-ranking noble lady towards me, the harassing side has become quite low-key... I'm sure that either Bianca or Alyssa has turned around.
Maybe both?
Whatever it is, I appreciate it every day because I think it's because of the people I rely on.
"Well, it's a matter between the two of you, so I'll keep my mouth shut." However, you will also be honored, and perhaps many nobles will pay attention and try to enclose you as a knight. "
Well, I guess so.
As I can imagine, that's why Ardal doesn't look so good.
Although it is an honor, it is one of the factors that makes you happy because it is useful for your emergence.
Many seek talented talent to add to their faction and empower them... Hmm, easy to understand!
Originally, Ardal himself was a prominent stock at the stage of being called the next Swordsman.
Until now, I was the eldest son of the Baum family, so I probably couldn't find a way to enclose him outside of marriage, but if I were to become a knight, it would be a different story.
In that sense, I think that the transfer of the title from the Baum family means that they belong to the Baum family... so they can deceive the factions.
That's what Bates is saying, and I'm sure Ardal understands that... it's complicated.
If you look at Ardal, who wants to live on his own and be free from the fence, he will give you the title... it doesn't seem like the situation has changed much.
(Hmm, it's hard!)