After the dancing ended, the evening reception was almost over.
"Yes, the situation was certainly dangerous, but it was also a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity-"
"So I fired without hesitation."
"I never imagined you were so brave!" A young noblewoman in a lavish gown gazed at Lorne with admiration.
"Really, it was nothing special."
After the dancing ended, quite a few people took the initiative to strike up conversations with Lorne. First came young noblemen and noblewomen fascinated by his rescue and eager for adventure. They were particularly interested in this true story with all the thrills of a crime drama.
As a result, Hazel, who had been hoping to come over and ask about what had happened, was left outside the crowd, looking thoroughly frustrated.
"What a fascinating experience."
A rather resonant voice came from nearby.
Lorne turned and saw a lavishly dressed young man who looked about twenty approaching him with curiosity written across his face.
Dela Negan, a viscount and the nephew of the renowned Duke Negan.
Although the Church of the Evernight Goddess had handled most of the preparations for this Charity Foundation event, many believers in the Lord of Storms had attended the reception. As the nephew of a leading figure among the Conservatives, his presence drew considerable attention as well.
"Good evening, Your Excellency."
Lorne had intended to keep a low profile and get through the evening. This sudden attention made him somewhat uncomfortable, but he composed his expression and offered an elegant bow.
"No need to be so formal. You're the true star of tonight." Viscount Dela chuckled, seeming quite approachable.
The star? All I want right now is to be invisible- Lorne smiled bitterly to himself.
Like most young people, the young viscount was also quite interested in Lorne's "adventure stories."
His arrival also