“It must have been hard to come all the way here. It was your first time in the flying carriage, was it not? Did you find it uncomfortable at all?”

“Not at all. Lady Pendragon treated me well, and the carriage was very comfortable.”

In reality, Iriya's arms had started shaking with fear as soon as the carriage lifted off the ground. In spite of the lingering tingle, Iriya had answered calmly as if nothing had happened. Deep down, she was happy to hear that Raven was showing concern to her.

“I see. Well, you should get some rest first. We will see each other at dinner time and talk more.”

“Yes, Your Excellency.”

Iriya lowered her head while hiding her regretful expression.

“Please escort Irene and Miss Mandy.”

“Yes, Your Excellency.”

Isla and two employees guided the two maidens at the words of Raven.

“Well… I will see you later.”

“Yes, Your Highness.”

Ian spoke without hiding his regret, and Irene walked away after responding with a bright smile.

“Stop staring at her like that. It’s not like she’s going to run away anywhere.”

“Hmm? No, I wasn’t…”

Ian was staring at...