The ballroom filled with joyful music once Kurt III’s speech ended.

♪♬♩♬!

The court musicians didn’t usually have many opportunities to show off their skills, so they didn’t miss this chance. They pulled out the most beautiful tones from every instrument they had to fill the spacious ballroom, causing everyone to flock to the dance floor.

Even Theo was absentmindedly tapping along with the melody. However, Kurt III hadn’t moved despite having handed over the medal.

“Hmm, all the formal procedures are finished.” Kurt’s purple eyes caught Theo’s attention. “Someone else will hand you the national treasure. It won’t be hard to recognize her, so just follow her instructions.”

“Yes, Your Majesty.”

“Then have a great time. You should mingle with the people waiting for you.”

As soon as Kurt finished speaking, nobles converged to form a casual group nearby. The capital’s movers and shakers had gathered for this sudden ball. Most of them were more powerful and cunning than Earl...