I Became the Childhood Friend of the Northern Duchess - Chapter 267



267 – Side Story – Looking Back on 10 Years (2)

After the two people walked around the hill deck like when General Gaejeon returned after winning the war.

When we finally arrived at the imperial palace, another day’s schedule was about to unfold.

It is a banquet hall that you can enjoy if you miss it on a happy day.

As the two famous figures who do not often show their faces even entered the imperial palace, there were many people who wanted to use this as an excuse to see them a little more.

Edgar and Ariel, who had changed their clothes accordingly, arrived at the banquet hall late.

From now on, time is given to adults, so let’s put the children to bed early.

“It’s been a while since I had a banquet.”

As we arrived at the door of the banquet hall and adjusted each other’s clothes.

Edgar muttered, remembering the last time he held a banquet in Hespania.

“I know. Has it been almost 8 months?”

“I think that’s about it. “It will feel different than when you hold a banquet in a castle, right?”

“Maybe? Even though we are the main characters, it is not a banquet that we hosted ourselves.”

They were the hosts of the banquet held at Loveheim Castle, so they were able to sit comfortably.

However, today is a banquet held by the imperial family to praise the two people’s contributions.

In that case, it would be right to repay them by showing them interacting with people from other families.

“Let’s go in.”

“Yes.”

Ariel, putting her arm between Edgar’s arm, nodded her head.

Eventually, he stretched out his hand and opened a huge door that was easily twice his height.

Squeak.

With the sound of the door opening, the dazzling lights of the banquet hall poured down on the two people, and the eyes of those around them gathered together.

It’s not like someone came out and loudly announced their appearance.

Due to the silence that spread in an instant, everyone turned their heads towards the door, thinking that it was because the main character had appeared.

“Finally, you two have arrived… !”

Soon, the words given by a light purple-haired Mibu as she tapped an acquaintance’s arm seemed to have become a catalyst.

The murmurings of those filling the banquet hall grew louder.

“That person is a great hero. “I guess I can’t hide my aura even though it’s this far away.”

“Who said not? Just looking at it makes my stomach tingle.”

On the male side, even though a flower called Ariel was standing next to him, his gaze was focused on Edgar.

In particular, there were many such cases among young small family heads who would lead their respective families in the future rather than the heads of each family.

Most men of this age yearn for strength, and for them, Edgar was like an idol who literally tore through heroic stories.

As the two people passed right in front of them, being welcomed by people around them, the two men started whispering again.

“To sneak up and start talking… “I guess that’s rude, right?”

“You’ll be lucky if your father doesn’t hit you on the back. “My father will just keep his mouth shut and wait for his turn.”

“Damn. “I wish I could talk to that person just once.”

I try desperately to say it, but it’s just an empty echo.

In the first place, how could a person like the head of a small family be able to talk to someone who is busy trying to make contact somehow with the heads of each family?

Same time.

The places where women gathered were also not much different.

“Ji, I’m nervous because it’s my first time seeing you in person. Have the other ladies ever met you two?”

“It can’t be there. “They are people who rarely show up in social circles.”

Everyone around them shook their heads in response to the question of the woman with light purple hair.

Fortunately, in Edgar’s case, the imperial family occasionally comes and goes, and there are times when someone invites him and he accepts it.

However, since Ariel is confined to her castle, it is difficult to even see her face unless she is able to visit Loveheim Castle.

This can be seen as an extremely unusual attitude, considering that women of this age usually participate in social circles and try to expand their interactions with other women around them and make friends.

“Hehe…”

Meanwhile, listening to their conversation, a woman raised her nose and smiled like a winner.

The hostess of the Rossfeller family, who caught this, sharpened her eyes and opened her mouth.

“Lady Nelloe. Is that smile of hers… ?”

“Hmm. Did you notice? Actually, I had a chance to meet them both a few weeks ago. “I hesitated because I didn’t know when to bring this up.”

She shrugged her shoulders and pretended to have a graceful attitude, but in the eyes of those around her, she only seemed like a happy fox looking for an opportunity to show off.

However, the story of meeting those two was a precious experience that could be treated as an achievement in social circles, so I had no choice but to listen.

“Actually, do you know who I got close to recently?”

“Who, who is it?”

“She is none other than the mistress of the Lorenz family. “I met you recently by chance.”

“When you say the Lorentz family, do you mean the Lorentz family?”

Although the Lorenz family itself is quite famous, the process by which they became more famous is the same.

There is also the fact that the eldest daughter of the current Lorentz family has a close relationship with the Archduke, and she was a family recognized for helping the Robeheim family in the incident that occurred 10 years ago.

“That’s right. And thanks to Mrs. Lorenz’s generous grace, I was able to visit Loveheim Castle with her a few weeks ago.”

“So that’s how it happened…” ” …”

“Ho, by any chance have you really met those two people?”

When a woman asked with a trembling voice, a smile appeared on Mrs. Nelloe’s lips her, as if she had been waiting for those words.

“Sure. “His Royal Highness was busy with government affairs at the time, so he only showed his face her briefly, but Prince Wilharg personally guided us to the garden.”

“!”

“You’ve had a valuable experience… “I’m jealous.”

They expected that no matter what family the hostess was, there would be no one who did not admire that great hero.

I can’t believe we had a conversation at close range while being escorted by him.

The women’s eyes were filled with envy at this truly enviable experience.

To put it bluntly, even if that story were talked about in social circles for a month, everyone would be jealous.

At the same time, stories about these two people are blooming everywhere.

In reality, the Robeheim couple were bickering over something trivial for a long time.

“I told you not to look at other women.”

“That’s because I didn’t give it to you.”

The reason was the jealousy of His Majesty the Archduke, which showed itself again today.

She slowly rolled her eyes and pouted her lips at the other women around her.

This is why she tries to stay away from social circles and why she doesn’t hold many banquets or gatherings.

It’s not a matter of being annoying or inconvenient, but because sometimes women would appear who would try to subtly harass him.

Of course, since they already know that he is married and that his wife is an archduke, there are few crazy women who approach him openly.

“Ugh, this is why I didn’t want to come to the banquet. Do you know how many women blush when they see you?”

“Do you see it all?”

She walked just looking ahead, but Edgar’s eyes widened at her remark as if she was seeing a different scene than him.

How extreme does possessiveness have to be to show off such amazing things?

The most absurd thing is that Ariel takes this phenomenon for granted.

“You can see it then! There was a girl on the way who was whispering that she wanted to be hugged by you, and she stuck out her muzzle…”

“I understand, so bear with me. “I probably said it by mistake.”

Edgar hugged Ariel as much as he could and gently wrapped his arms around her waist.

Before I knew it, a sly smile had spread across my mouth.

“Anyway, your clothes are pretty today. It suits you well.”

“Ma, I know it’s a compliment meant to divert attention, right?”

“Huh? Really?”

Edgar slyly opened his eyes and raised his eyebrows.

It’s as if he had no intention of changing the topic at all, but he just noticed her pretty appearance and inadvertently complimented her.

It’s a kind of management skill he learned to survive from his possessive wife.

Of course, it was true that Ariel’s beauty shines today.

“It’s a shame because I’m next to you now. “If I leave even for a moment, the men will be so fascinated that they will come running to you?”

“Joy. Who cares about the other person?”

Ariel violently turned her head as if it was not worth half a penny.

In the first place, she has a good reason: she is not so stupid as to be able to distinguish between a conversationalist and a lustful beast.

Until now, there were many people who came close to see her beauty, but Ariel only coldly ordered them to congratulate her.

Because there is only one man in this world who can give her that look and talk to her.

“Excuse me. His Majesty the Grand Duke. “If you don’t mind, could I ask you to talk for a moment?”

As she was putting her head on Edgar’s shoulder, someone spoke to her from behind.

Ariel’s face distorted for a moment as their alone time was interrupted, but she soon realized that the voice sounded somehow familiar to her and she turned her head.

Standing there were two familiar women.

Each had short yellow hair and light purple hair that reached past their shoulders, which was impressive.

“Sally, Gria… !”

When Ariel’s eyes opened as she remembered their names, smiles of joy appeared on the lips of the two women.

“Long time no see. Ariel.”

“She is so high that it is difficult to even look at her face.”

Meeting friends who are now living with their own families.

Ariel thought that perhaps tonight could be quite a fun time.