Chapter 224

'... Not even feigning anymore, huh?' — The foreigner thought at the Duchess's actions.

"..."

"Good evening, Duke Sylfinnier." — The Princess who noticed the Ducal couple, joined, leaving the nobles greeting her behind.

"Good Evening, Your Highness."

"Greetings, Princess, it is delightful to see you once more." — The Duchess eagerly added in composed behaviour.

"Indeed. It is a joyful occasion. Different to past events I have assisted."

"Oh, surely it is."

"... Your Grace." — Agreeing with a light movement of her head, the Princess turned back to Marianne's Father. — "We have not met lately and I believe it is due that I give my appreciation to your previous advice."

"... That is a curious thing you say, Princess. I do not recall offering advice to you..." — Orland answered, pondering on the advice she mentioned.