Chapter 348

Meeting Little Bern’s Friend
Struck by the idea, I decided to go meet Little Bern’s friend, Little Moira.
Originally, I had planned to go with just my bodyguards and Alizée, who was in charge of negotiations, but Marquis Vardmoi insisted that Little Bern come along as well.
Apparently, there was a possibility that we wouldn’t be able to have a proper conversation without Little Bern as an intermediary.
Was Little Moira really that shy?

As for the replies regarding the dress sketches that were scheduled to arrive soon, we arranged for them to be forwarded to the Trade Guild in Little Moira’s territory, the Oxitt territory.

By the way, the Oxitt territory belongs to a baronial family.

It would take about ten days by regular carriage, but with the Lumite Grand Wing, we should be able to reach it in half the time.
During the journey, I tried to gather as much information as I could about Little Moira from Little Bern, but the impression remained the same—she was a timid and plain girl.

“Oh, but I did hear that she likes looking up at the stars in the night sky.”

“The night sky and stars, huh? In that case, I have a good idea.”

“Really!? As expected of Big sister Lily!”

“Well, it’s a bit flashy, so we’ll have to consult with her. I’ll sketch something out.”

The Lumite Grand Wing had very little turbulence, so I managed to draw up a rough sketch.
When I showed it to Little Bern, she gave it high praise.
However, she still felt that something was missing.
I knew the reason, but figuring out how to solve it was another matter.

Before I could resolve that "something missing," we arrived at Oxitt, the capital of the Oxitt territory.
When the gate guards asked for our reason for visiting, I answered honestly, and suddenly, they stood at attention and immediately arranged for a guide on horseback to lead us.
Why?

“Lady Lily, while this visit appears to be a sudden one, in reality, it is unheard of for a Silver Merchant to visit a baronial family solely for the purpose of making a dress for their daughter. The power difference between a Silver Merchant and a baronial family is simply that vast. Please, start recognizing your own status.”

Alizée reprimanded me once again.
I see… so Silver Merchants are that influential.
Until now, I had mostly dealt with people like Princess Rodenlight of the royal family, Marquis Vardmoi, and Young lady Conniette from a Count’s household, so I never really had to think about it.
I should be more mindful from now on.

Led by the guide, we soon arrived at Baron Oxitt’s estate.
However, since the estate didn’t have enough space to park the Lumite Grand Wing, we had no choice but to temporarily occupy the road in front of the mansion.
I felt a little bad about it, but it couldn’t be helped.

Now then, will I be able to meet Little Moira?

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