Ch 47 - Royal Family Regulations:

Hmm, I should take her out somewhere when I have time. She'd been by my side for so long, and me going to meet an old friend without bringing her... that really isn't very considerate.

Thinking of this, Kenji suddenly felt completely overwhelmed with tasks.

...

In the palace.

Today Pluvia again faced stacks of memorials.

However, just as she was about to open a new document, a figure approached from outside.

Hearing the quickening footsteps drawing near, she instinctively reached for the sword at her waist.

"Your Majesty, it's me, Sonya."

The figure outside spoke.

"Enter."

Pluvia released her sword hilt as Sonya entered carrying a memorial.

"Your Majesty, this is a memorial from Duke Anos. The messenger said it's extremely important."

Sonya respectfully presented the document, which had been thoroughly sealed with wax. Evidently, Kenji didn't want anyone but Her Majesty seeing its contents.