Vol. 12 Ch. 7: The Fourteen-Year-Olds' Meeting

In one of the dormitory rooms, Albert Frau Robelia Ridill, the third prince of the Kingdom of Ridill, sat elegantly on a sofa, savoring his tea.

The dormitories at Serendia Academy were spacious and comfortable compared to those at Minerva, which Albert had attended previously, and the furnishings were magnificent as well.

Even in such small details, Albert could sense the influence of the Duke of Crockford, and he gave an ill-tempered snort.

"So, what did your investigation turn up, Patrick? Did you find any weakness of my elder brother Felix?"

Patrick, who was seated across from his master and leisurely nibbling on tea cakes, pulled a notebook from his pocket while chewing the baked confection with his mouth full.

"...Mmph, mrrph... Well, then, I'll give my report~"

"Don't talk while spilling crumbs everywhere! How disgraceful!"

"Okaaay~"

"Honestly, now! Wipe your mouth first!"

Though he was an attendant, the laid-back Patrick wiped his mouth with a handkerchief, took a sip of tea, and let out a happy sigh...