On December 21, 9763 of the Radiant Calendar, an official order from the royal capital was delivered to Qixing Territory.
In the study, Velin opened the document. It contained only a few brief lines, but it was clearly written by His Majesty the King himself.
"Viscount Qixing, your merits are outstanding. In the name of Belgrav Silvis, I shall elevate your title on January 1, 9764 of the Radiant Calendar, within the Temple of Life in the royal capital, under the witness of the Pope of the Church of Life, the Saintess of the Church of Life, and all the legends."
"Hilda."
"Master, what are your orders?" The Head Maid, who had been standing nearby, came before Velin and bowed.
"Go invite Belder."
"Yes, Master."
After Hilda left, Velin poured himself a cup of tea brewed from Redwood Tea Leaves. He took a satisfied sip, gazed out the window, and remarked, "I can finally be considered successful and renowned!"
Setting down the teacup, he rose and left the study, heading for his wife's study on the second floor.
"Camelia, you've been far too lazy these past few years."
Outside the door, Velin heard his wife's voice. He withdrew his hand just before knocking, concealed himself, and prepared to eavesdrop.
"Sis, that's slander. You're..."
Under her sister's gaze, Camelia's rebuttal grew softer and softer.
"Go on! Why did you stop?"
With a stern expression, Xuemiyya crossed her arms and stared at her younger sister.
Seeing this, Camelia lowered her head to her chest. She somewhat regretted coming here. How free she would have been if she were still at the Mage Academy.
"Raise your head."
Hearing that, Camelia no longer dared play dead. She raised her head, but still did not dare meet her sister's eyes.
"Hmph. You don't even understand