Interlude: Events in Imperial Territory (4) (2)

──Princess Riana's Perspective──

After returning to the Imperial capital, Third Imperial Princess Riana returned the Holy Sword to the treasury.

The Holy Sword was the Empire's 'symbol of power,' not her personal property.

Once she had finished using it, she had to follow the proper procedures and return it to its original place.

"I humbly return the Holy Sword from the Hero's era."

After reciting the customary words, Riana handed the Holy Sword to the attendant in charge.

"Did you fight courageously, without bringing shame upon the Hero?"

"Did you level up efficiently?"

"Were you able to lead your companions to victory?"

Riana answered the attendant's questions with, "Yes," "Yes," and "I did not suffer defeat."...