"All right, Lady Elysia."
Setting down her tools, Aye Kanase took two steps back. Elysia's light makeup was now complete, making her look noticeably different from when she had first risen bare-faced.
She looked more lively and radiant.
Unlike those who could only bear to be seen after putting on makeup, Elysia merely used this light touch as the finishing flourish.
"How do I look now...?"
Rising to her feet, Elysia spun around before Aye Kanase and expectantly asked the witch serving as her secretary.
"...Of course. Flawless."
It was the only natural answer. The fairy before her... was incredibly beautiful.
"I'm so happy♪"
At those words, her curved lashes dipped. When Elysia smiled, her lovely eyes became adorable crescents, making hearts flutter.
The only flaw was probably her pajamas. Opening her wardrobe, Elysia picked out a gorgeous pink-and-blue dress and changed into it.
It could not quite be called a formal gown. It merely had a gown-like design, but was more convenient and suited for everyday wear.
Still, it was undeniably beautiful, especially on Elysia—it suited her perfectly.
Naturally, Elysia had dressed so carefully because she was going out. The fairy had quite a few friends, ranging from little girls a few years old to teenage girls. Uh... why were all her friends girls?
Wasn't that only natural?
At that moment, in the waters near Itogami Island.
A massive cruise ship appeared upon the empty sea in the distance. It was an enormous luxury liner, cutting through the waves as it sailed forward at an unhurried pace.
Anyone with a bit of knowledge would recognize its origins. The ship was called the "Sea God's Grave," and its owner was a duke from the territory of the Forgotten Warlord.
Judging by its course, its destination was the port of