Epilogue (2)

★ Holy Kingdom of Kurvaarn, Count Syries's Estate ★

Count Syries, who possessed the "Magic Eye of Judgment," returned home late at night, with midnight approaching.

Even so, every servant working at the estate assembled to welcome the count home. They, too, worked under the belief that they could not go to bed before their master, who worked harder than anyone.

"Welcome home, Father."

At the head of the welcoming party was Eva, the count's only daughter, who had inherited his blond hair and scarlet eyes.

This year, she had attended the "New Sprout and New Moon Banquet," taking her first step as a full-fledged noble, and now appeared in high society as the unmistakable daughter of a distinguished count's family.

Her beauty and grace had already earned her many male admirers, but Charlotte of House Fraise had made it difficult for other men to get near her.

"Eva."

The count's lips curved slightly at the sight of his beloved daughter, but

"I have something to discuss. Come to my room—and no tea, thank you. Everyone, go get some rest."...