"Count Sir, I will surely repay your gift in the future," Viscount Clever said, rising to his feet and answering with absolute certainty.
Velin stood as well and replied with a smile, "I'll look forward to it."
Seeing this, Viscount Clever immediately took his leave. "The matter is settled, so my wife and I won't disturb you any longer."
"No need to rush." Hearing that, Velin said, "I've already had food prepared. If you leave now, wouldn't it go to waste?"
Hearing this, Viscount Clever followed along with the topic and said, "Then we'll impose on you."
"No need to be so polite."
"There are still a few hours before dark. How about I have someone show you and your wife around Star Moon Fort?"
At Velin's proposal, Viscount Clever answered without even thinking, "It would be our honor."
"Hilda."
Hilda, who was standing outside the study, heard Velin's words, pushed open the study door, came to the sitting area, and bowed. "Master, what are your orders?"
"Keep Viscount Clever and Lady Anila company for me."
"Yes."
"Count Sir, see you tonight."
"See you tonight."
After watching the group leave, Velin moved his will, locked the study door from the inside, and at the same time loosened the curtains by the window, blocking the view from outside.
After finishing all this, he came to the desk, first took out the list and wrote down Viscount Clever's full name, then took out Adventure Storybook and began reading.
There were still three hours until eight in the evening, which meant he still had two hours and fifty minutes of entertainment time.
But after only half an hour, the study door was knocked on again.
"Come in."
Hearing this, Xuemya pushed open the door and walked in.
Velin moved his gaze away from