The familiar Manor, the familiar maids—only the people staying there had changed.
That night, while everyone else slept soundly, Velin alone lay in bed waiting.
Three days later, an Adventure Team from the Holy Third Dawn Kingdom—the North Wind Adventure Team, made up of five young men and women—would begin their legendary adventure in the Ilia Kingdom. Perhaps he could become friends with them in advance.
That nameless Adventure Team mentioned in the information might not remain nameless for long.
The message had even told him to become friends with them ahead of time. Such a hint was extremely rare.
Therefore, Velin took befriending the nameless Adventure Team very seriously. It counted as an investment in the Future.
Besides that, he planned to bring his eldest brother along. He could not keep such a good opportunity all to himself.
Having made his plans, Velin closed his eyes and began resting, saving up his energy for tomorrow's Commerce Meeting.
Early the next morning, Velin climbed out of bed, changed into the white formalwear the maids had delivered in advance, and headed toward the front hall.
At that moment, Ilisis was also dressed in white formalwear. He sat in the seat of honor with a book in hand, reading as he waited for Velin to arrive.
A lavish spread covered the table, while several well-presented maids stood on either side, ready to serve at any moment.
"Morning, Big Brother!"
Velin greeted him and sat to Ilisis's left. A maid stepped forward to tie a white napkin around his neck.
"Let's eat." Ilisis put away his book and replied with a smile.
Breakfast was simple: two soft white rolls, a piece of meat rich in Mana Energy, and a glass of wine specially served in the morning.
Velin wolfed down the food before