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Chapter 2220: Miyama Kaito's Birthday Celebration Party
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If it were just a casual nod as they passed by without consciously acknowledging each other, it wouldnt have been a problem, but since all three of them stopped in their tracks, it would be unnatural not to engage in conversation here.
And Kaori immediately took a waiting stance. Although being an Otherworlder made her somewhat special, Kaori was a commoner, and compared to Lilia, the head of a Duchy, and Eris, a marquiss daughter, her position was lower. Therefore, it wouldnt be appropriate for her to take action.
This was not a matter of hesitation, but a rational decision and a defensive strategy for the stress that would likely arise in the future. She totally wasnt having any cold sweat or crying Kaito-kun, help me!!! within her mind.
On the other hand, Eris also quietly took a waiting stance. She was a noble, and in Archlesia Empire, where the power of the aristocracy was strong, social hierarchy carried significant weight.
Since Lilia, the head of her own Duchy, was present, Eris, a marquiss daughter, should not speak first, and even if she were to greet Lilia, she could not speak unless Lilia, being of higher status, initiated the conversation. Otherwise, it would be disrespectful.
Her poise, honed in high society, her calm judgment of the situation, and her serene demeanor gave off an aura of stability reminiscent of the grand World Tree.
Now, with two out of the three adopting a waiting stance, the responsibility for initiating the conversation fell to Lilia.
As the head of a Duchy, she knew that if she didnt take action in such a setting, the conversation wouldnt proceed, so she first turned towards Eris and spoke.
[I believe you are Lady Eris from the Hamilton Marquisdom. I believe this would be the first time weve had the chance to greet each other, wasnt it? I am Lilia Albert, head of the Albert Duchy in Symphonia Kingdom.]
[I am Eris Dia Hamilton, the heir of the Hamilton Marquisdom in Alchresia Empire. It is an honor to have the opportunity to speak with you, the Beautiful White Rose of Symphonia.]
After Lilia introduced herself, Eris also bowed and returned the greeting. Kaori, observing their refined noble manners, thought Could it be that I could be left out of this loop?, but immediately after, Lilia turned toward her and spoke.
[Kaori-san too, its been a while since the ship party, hasnt it?]
[Ah, yes. Its been a while.]
Kaori had visited Kaitos home a few times for cooking advice after the ship party, and during that time, Lilia had been introduced to her, so they had met before, though their exchange had been brief.
Eris, too, had met Kaori before, and seeing that Lilias interaction with her had concluded, Eris also spoke up.
[Kaori-sama, thank you for visiting us last time.]
[Ah, yes. Thank you for the wonderful shopping experience. H- How should I say this even though were acquaintances, I do get nervous being surrounded by two nobles.]
[Please, feel free to relax. Neither Duchess Albert nor I would ever criticize something so trivial.]
[Yes, at this place, theres no need to worry about titles. Were all friends of Kaito-san here, and thats what matters.]
Both Lilia and Eris were kind-hearted, and their words eased Kaoris nervousness, causing her to relax slightly.
Just as the atmosphere between the three of them softened, and it seemed like a pleasant conversation was about to begin the calm was suddenly shattered.
[Lilia, may I ask you something?]
[S- Shallow Vernal-sama!?]
[ [ ! ? ! ? ] ]
All of a sudden, Shallow Vernal appeared and spoke to Lilia, causing Kaori and Eriss eyes to widen in shock.
(Abababababa, S- S- Shallow Vernal-sama!? Awawawa, t- this is the first time Ive seen her this close H- Her divine beauty is incredible Ah, no, wait, before that, I cant stop shaking, and I can hardly breathe!)
(W- What should I do Im so stunned that my reaction was delayed. The correct response would be to immediately kneel, but at this moment, with her already engaged in conversation with Duchess Albert, suddenly moving would be disrespectful So I must wait for a pause in their conversation N- No, I also need to match the timing with Kaori-sama)
Both Kaori and Eris were in a complete panic upon encountering the pinnacle of the world. The intense pressure they felt made both of them clutch their stomachs, experiencing excruciating stomachaches.
But unfortunately the situation didnt end there.
[Shallow Vernal, for you to frighten my child I cannot overlook this. Step away from my child immediately.]
[E- Eden-sama!?]
Immediately appearing right after was Eden, who had attended the ship party alongside Makina, glaring at Shallow Vernal as if to protect Kaori.
[I didnt intend to frighten her.]
[Didnt I tell you to suppress your magic power? Can you not comprehend that? Magic power cloaked in divine majesty will naturally cause my fragile child to shrink in fear. I would expect you to have some common sense.]
[To be lectured on common sense by you is, quite frankly, a bit hard to accept.]
As sparks seemed to fly between the two, Lilia, Eris, and Kaori, their faces turning pale, all simultaneously clutched their stomachs, seemingly trying to hold back their aching stomachs.
Serious-senpai : [Here we go again, a sudden world crisis, just like at the housewarming party.]
? ? ? : [Well, there are plenty of people around this time who can stop it, so it should be fine. The stomachs of the Stomachache Warriors, on the other hand]
