As he stepped down from the hall, a faintly chilly wind blew across his face, lashing his cheeks painfully.
Pale sunlight filtered through the bare branches and shone into the palace corridors, falling upon the court lady Kasina.
Kasina reached up and tucked a loose strand of hair behind her ear, then continued, "...That is more or less everything. Her Majesty has asked you to rest for a while. Later, I will go to the lounge and remind you to attend the banquet. First, let me briefly explain the matters requiring attention at the banquet. I imagine Lord Romon has attended court banquets before, so there are some things I need not elaborate upon. However, our kingdom's court banquets differ somewhat from those elsewhere. There are certain matters you should note. As we walk, I will explain them all to you."
"Very well, my lady. I will listen carefully." The young Druid Romon walked to Kasina's left. The magnificent robe upon him gleamed with incomparable splendor beneath the sunlight, constantly proclaiming the wearer's noble status.
Kasina carefully accompanied him. As the Viscountess at the Queen's side and one of the officials specifically responsible for palace affairs, Kasina understood clearly that the treatment this young man received was somewhat unusual.
A Druid beyond Eleventh Level might have been one reason.
The kingdom had not encountered such a young High-Level Druid in many years. His future prospects were boundless. No wonder the Queen attached such importance to him, though there was still something that did not quite add up.
If he were Fifteenth Level, then it would only be natural.
Kasina continued the previous topic. "For instance, in our kingdom, women hold the same status as men. If you meet a lady with a high noble rank at the banquet, do not