"I see, on the premise that you will be given a new name... how about the title of Count?"
Your Majesty!
Count Baum shouted as we jostled at His Majesty, who continued with a pleasant voice as the air surrounded him.
His Majesty shrugged his shoulders at this sharp voice, though it wasn't loud.
"... well, I guess there are many things that I don't think are good from around me." Therefore, I grant you the title of Viscount and allow you to name your new surname.... you know what that means? "
The rest of the town's got a headache, except for His Majesty, who laughs!
That's true.
The other day...... it was last year, but after the crusade of giant monsters, [Hero] was just made a one-generation senator, and now the title was awarded to him in honor of his achievements so far...!
This is quite a big thing.
Of course, the emperor says that this is not only a reward for Ardal, but also a reward for me... I did!
(Besides, I don't feel like I'm going to give you the title of Count!)
I don't think it's possible that [the title was just returned to the royal family], but Parvus... no, let's not think about it.
I've heard that there's been a lot of noise and better ventilation among the nobles lately, so I'm sure there's something there. Yeah, don't even think about it.
(But I'm going to change my surname...)
That means you'll be on par with the Baum faction.
No, of course it's not the equivalent of the Viscount of the Imperial Court and the Viscount of Ichisuke!?
Still, it's because I'm a relative... it's just a little bit from the fence, but it really is a little bit of a breakaway.
If you want to get out of there altogether, you'll have to leave the country and live on your own, so there's nothing you can do about it!
(...... I don't think it's a bad story, do you?)
Perhaps this is more a harmony of plans than a surprise action by His Majesty.
Neither Aldar nor I have any intention of doing so, but it may be the case that if we become husband and wife independently of the Baum family, we will be less tied up.
A collar for the Kingsguard and his maid to swear allegiance to (...) without hesitation in the future.
It is a bad way to say it, but it is not far without hitting it.
Even I can think of that, so perhaps the title was originally granted in some way.
At least, I'm sure you didn't plan to do it in such a public place... as far as the Prime Minister's cold eyes go!!
"It's not like I'm looking at my master... I'm scared."
His Majesty, however, would have noticed such a gaze, but he still had a smile on his face.
"Aldar Saul von Baum, we have already received reports that you will leave Baum's house and become a knight." By the way, loyalists like you will not refuse my reward. "
"... thank you for your happiness"
That doesn't change anything, Your Majesty...!!
I'm sure everyone in this room thought the same thing.
Aldar's reply was painful, but I can't say no in this situation... I'm guilty of disrespect.
But is it the Viscount? That means that I will become a viscountess, right?
Alongside my parents' home...? Surprised.
(Ah, maybe that's it...)
I was told that Marquis Nashanda's family had adopted... this was the cloth stone before?
For Ardal, for me, for the neutral Marquis Nashanda, if either of them gets adopted and marries, they'll be independent of the Baum family, and for the military and neutral, they'll have a connection.
Well, if it worked, it would have felt good, so I guess it was okay to say no, but... ahhhh, if that's the case, you can't tell us the details!!
(I just can't decide from before...!)
Isn't it embarrassing that you guys were told to get married?
So you thought we were going to get married without breaking up!
I'm very glad you believed me, but what should I do with this complicated feeling here?!
But why did His Majesty take action at this time?
That's not why it's funny, is it...?
"Oh, rest assured. Some of those honored this time will be given the title, and others will be rewarded with gold." Your work is worth it. You should be proud. "
Ardal wasn't the only one.
His Majesty said so with a gesture of cynicism.
I don't feel like there's a bit of backwardness in accepting the words as they are... I'm sure I'm overthinking it, but I feel that the people around me are so frustrated by His Majesty's words.
Well, I'm very glad that you honor me with a medal directly from His Majesty... not only that, but there's also a reward!!
I'm sure it's something I can teach you later at a get-together or something, and I don't know what that is...
(Then why?)
That's what I thought.
His Majesty stopped all the upsetting gestures he had heard until then.
“Yulia von Fundid, she still had a direct reward.”
His Majesty's voice turned out to be quiet and harsh, unlike the bouncy, enjoyable voice he had just heard.
Raise your face.
When I lifted up my face according to those words, the same blue eyes as Primera-san were looking at me sharply.
My body seemed to tremble unexpectedly, but if I kept my eyes peeled, my gaze would suddenly be soothing.
"As an exception, I will grant you permission to freely visit the tomb of the royal family." It is a place where no one but our royalty can enter, but I do not expect you to disrespect our fathers. And I will allow you to call me by the name of the side room. "
"Ah....."
A voice leaks out in a low voice.
That is, I mean.
"I hear you've done well in the side room." I am grateful to you as my husband and mother for serving my daughter Primera so well....... even if you go, you will be happy. "
"... thank you, I'm so happy!!"
I see, your Majesty (...) did this on purpose.
Was it to give me permission to do that?
Later, I was allowed to go and ask many nobles, "Why? 'And I knew that I would be asked, to prevent that from happening beforehand.
That is why His Majesty did this to me.
Your chest is full.
My nose hurts a lot.
While expressing my gratitude, I bowed my head.
"... that's good."
It was small next to me, and Ardal told me so.
I've been praying.
Since the day I prayed for the blessing of the side room, Moon Fate Day has been praying in my own room.
That's why I don't think my prayers have arrived.
(But... now you can finally go and see her.)
Will you be pleased?
Can I tell you more now that I called your name and admired you?
He nodded with a smile.