The Brain of a Duke Princess

Now, to the Royal City

"… Why was something like this sent to me …"

The thing I hold right now is an invitation. … It was an invitation to a party held at the Royal Castle to celebrate the founding of the Kingdom.

Since this is an official event, it is usually attended by everyone, especially those who make their debut. That's right, if it's normal.

However, I have been expelled from society, and ever since I was expelled from the academy, I have never received an invitation. Nevertheless, it was natural, or rather, strange for me to accept it.

"… However, young mistress. The invitation to this party came from the royal family. You can't refuse it so frankly. ”

Although Sebastian said that, he also looked at the invitation with suspicious eyes.

"You are right . … I have to prepare myself for the worst. ”

"You don't have to worry about the fuss. It's nice that Dean will be here, and if anything happens, I'll send a courier right away. ”

"Yes nih . Sebastian, I'm counting on you. ”

* * *

A few days after that, I left the land for the first time in a long time and headed home in the Royal City. It has been almost three years since I left the Royal City, and since it has been so long, I have not had a deep impression of it.

“Welcome home, young mistress. ”

All the servants gathered and greeted me at the same time. And the person at the very front is the butler, Rime.

"It's been a long time, Rime"

"Yes nih . To finally be able to meet the young mistress again, there was no greater pleasure than this. ”

“You're being exaggerated. ”

Then, I walked past the servants who had lined up and headed further inside.

"…It was a long time ago . ”

"Welcome home, Iris-chan. ”

Inside, my parents and my younger brother were waiting.

"It's been a long time . Dad, mom, Berne. ”

"Most importantly, your health is good. It would be better if you spend time here casually. ”

My usually hard dad unexpectedly displayed a gentle expression. With that alone, I feel a little happy.

"Yes, please allow me to do it. ”

“More than anything, I heard from Sei that there will be a new product again? I can't wait for that . ”

“Preparation to commercialize it is not finished. However, I will do a product trial during the upcoming party, so please look forward to it. ”

"Weellll ~ Later please show me in secret? Can you?"

“Please look forward to seeing it tomorrow. ”

When I said that, he showed a slightly disappointed expression and remained in agreement.

"Sister ... Are you really going to attend the party tomorrow?"

"You know how else. Because I received an invitation from the royal family. ”

"You know how else. Because I received an invitation from the royal family. ”

“... However, Ed-sama and Yuri-sama will definitely be present. ”

I was shocked when I heard Berne's words, and my eyes inadvertently widened in astonishment.

"…I was surprised . ”

"About what?"

“Fact that you're actually worried about me. ”

After I said what I was thinking, Berne's face was a little dark.

"That's .. It's certainly normal for you to think that it's a little too late for me to worry about you, but …"

"Not everything . Thank you . ”

After that, I went to my room to relax. The last time I was here, I was really nervous thinking about how my negotiations with dad would change, and after the meeting with him, he said, I was so busy with various preparations that I did not have much memory of this room. That's why it feels a little nostalgic.

“... young mistress, Master is calling you. ”

"Hmmm, dad .. I'll go with him soon. ”

When I entered the room, my father was sitting in a chair surrounded by many documents. … Somehow, I saw my own appearance in him.

“... So you came. ”

"Yes nih . Excuse me . ”

“... Looks like the land is fine lately. ”

“... Looks like the land is fine lately. ”

“This is tolerable. ”

“Don't be too humble. … Yeah, I think it's okay. Besides, I'm really sorry about this time. ”

"When you say 'this time,' are you talking about the party?"

"Yes. Although Melly and I tried to investigate her .. insiders insisted that the invitation came from a member of the royal family. ”

“I wonder what they mean to make me present? It's of no use. ”

"Or rather, it's because it will be difficult for you. The nobles will be firm against someone who was once expelled from society. ”

“Well, if that's the case, I've prepared myself. This was a situation I could not avoid, so there was no one to help him. ”

"On the appointed day, there is a high probability that the King will not appear. ”

“Although it was a party to celebrate the founding of the Kingdom, the King might not be present? Did something happen? "

I mean, this is a party to celebrate the founding of the Kingdom, right? So, unless something compelling happens, the King will definitely be there.

“... About half a year ago, King passed out. ”

"No way…"

After feeling like I was hit hard, I instinctively sighed. With this time, and so that the King is not present. No matter how one looked at it, the chaos in this Kingdom would increase.

“Although he fainted, I cannot say that his illness is serious. However, until now, if one were to just stare at him, one could instantly tell that his health was gradually deteriorating. Tomorrow's party will most likely be the trigger to shut down this Kingdom. ”

Well, maybe that's what's gonna happen. If the King did not exist, no matter who it was, they would be suspicious. And in no time, the rumors will begin to spread.

“Because that's the case, a daughter of a Duke would probably be one of the main topics. During tomorrow's party, my whereabouts will probably be the center of attention. As for me, I really wanted to hurry back to the wasteland and resume my normal life. ”

Well, maybe that's what's gonna happen. If the King did not exist, no matter who it was, they would be suspicious. And in no time, the rumors will begin to spread.

“Because that's the case, a daughter of a Duke would probably be one of the main topics. During tomorrow's party, my whereabouts will probably be the center of attention. As for me, I really want to hurry back to the empty land and resume a normal life. ”

"Ah, right …"

“Dad, although you may still have a lot of work to do before tomorrow's party, but please take care of your body. ”

"You too . I also heard about. Didn't you collapse once? ”

“Only for one day. But after that, I always remember to relax. ”

"Is it so . When it comes to work, the body is the base. … You too, make sure you don't work too hard. ”

"Yes nih . Thank you very much . ”

* * *

… The next day, because the weather was beautiful, I decided to do yoga in the park. Although it seemed like Tanya had given up on the idea of asking me to stop wearing linen shirts and tights in the morning, she probably did not think that I would wear them outside. And when he saw me, he panicked.

… I'm sorry, Tanya. However, it was warm in the Royal City, and the weather was fine, so I instinctively did it.

I found her along with Tanya. When she saw me, she seemed interested in yoga and made me promise to teach her tomorrow morning.

Since the party is going to take place tonight, I should probably start making preparations.

I took a shower and started the preparation. After I dressed with the help of Tanya, she was also responsible for styling my hair and makeup.

By the way .. The trial product, this time, is a dress. This dress has been adapted to the newly invented silk. As expected, silk ... has a beautiful luster. Previously, Tanya also looked at the dress in a daze.

… Well, the preparation was perfect. The spirit is adequate. So, shall we go to war?