CH 8.09

Ram Hertiti stared at the snow leopard with a mixture of envy and jealousy. However, no matter how much snow is piled up indoors, if the outside is a desert, it will be a burdensome environment for snow leopards. Ram Hertiti’s dream of owning a snow leopard is still far off.

I wouldn’t feel confident enough to finish the drawing while they were here, even if she asked me directly to get her another.

“Come to think of it, didn’t you say you planned a show too?”

“Yes, Your Royal Highness.”

The princess, who was happy to see the snow leopard enjoying the raw meat, changed the topic of conversation.

But this time, it was something that completely astounded me.

‘Did you put me in the same row as Crisiona’s group on purpose?’

Even if I just stand still, I’ll still be in a good position, but when you’re compared to a group that’s generally worse, it will undoubtedly look better.

It belatedly occurred to me that maybe she had created such a comparison target on purpose to make me stand out in front of state guests.

“In addition to the fantastic animal that just appeared, it’s nice to be able to carry on the atmosphere just as it is.” 

I started with those words, looked around, and smiled.

“I would like to invite you to the temple of the Sun God that existed in ancient times.”

My tone was very subtle, even to me.

As if calling them into an unknown world, I lowered my voice a bit and continued.

“Everyone can feel the feeling of being a priestess. Fell into the time… when God was still with us and the dragons were awake…”

At the same time, I took out the invitation I had brought from my purse.

It was not a regular invitation, but a butterfly-shaped card.

I first handed the card to Princess Ram Hertiti and the royal princess so they could check it.

“However, the place isn’t listed on this invitation—”

“Since the theme is an ancient temple, the location will be delivered by these on the day of the show.”

Flutter.

As I extended my hand across the sky in a parabola, butterflies began to fly up.

Like stars in the pitch-black night sky, butterflies flutter their wings.

The majority of those present in that enchanted setting gazed in awe at the night sky.

“Is it magic?”

“I spent some money.”

I smiled naturally at the princess’s question.

One by one, invitations in the shape of butterflies landed on their shoulders.

Several young women exclaimed in awe at that.

I had already piqued a little of their interest, regardless of the dress show I would present.

‘Forestall*.’

*(To take proactive measures in order to stop something from happening.)

It’s a success. As the butterflies landed on the bare crown of their heads, Viscounts Redding and Latrus’ faces were completely ashen.

The initial response was cold when the lingerie show was mentioned, but it has since been completely forgotten.

In addition, those Viscounts’ misfortune is practically Peridot’s misfortune too.

I looked at Peridot proudly. I then gave her an invitation myself while grinning.

“I’m confident that if the lady comes, you’ll make our event more enjoyable.”

in front of the crowd watching us.

Peridot has no excuse to refuse.

“Two shows are scheduled for the same day—is it possible that one of them copied the other?”

“There’s no way. Please keep those terrifying uncertainties in your mind. It’s possible for friendly rivals to exist in the world, don’t you think so?”

Bizzit. An electric current passed between Peridot and me, who were exchanging invitations.

She gritted her teeth. I definitely saw it.

‘Serves her right. You didn’t anticipate that I would prepare so meticulously, did you?’

But that only lasted for a while. Peridot quickly relaxed her demeanor.

“I’d have to think about it because I have another appointment that day, but I’ll accept the invitation nonetheless.”

“Oh, I see. Feel free to come if you get bored after attending that other event; I will welcome you.”

Why is she so quiet today?

She didn’t speak much like a child being reprimanded, as if someone had told her to.

It was a little strange, but in my opinion it was a good thing.

Considering that the ‘attention-getting’ tonight is still ongoing.

I brought out the gift box I had brought and placed under the table.

“I want to give Princess Ram Hertiti this newly made dress.”

“To me? A gift?”

“Yes, I’d be overjoyed if you accepted it.”

The ribbon was red, and the wrapping paper was white.

Ram Hertiti’s green eyes gradually began to glow with joy.

“It would be polite to open it right away, since I received a gift.”

The princess showed the box to her clan with a big smile and boasted. She then quickly undid the ribbon.

What came out of it was a pure white jumpsuit.

Under the laurel leaf-shaped golden sash, which was worn around the waist, was a loose-fitting pair of pants.

Not skirt, but pants.

This was revolutionary.

“I figured this would fit a tough desert warrior more than a dress.”

“Oh, it’s definitely unique. I like it very much.”

“I hope that this will quell your disappointment at not having a snow leopard.”

“It seems like you didn’t only bite the fig on your lips. You yourself were a fig.”

Ha ha ha!

The princess was happy, so all the desert clan burst into laughter and rejoiced.

Lacius silently squeezed my hand and then released it, as if to commend me on a job well done.

The princess also gave me a profound glance.

I guess I hit a home run.

* * *

“That little b*tch, how dare she belittle us!”

After the dinner. Loud exasperation was expelled by Viscount Redding.

Nobody in a wagon, though, finds it to be particularly terrifying. Rather, he looked ridiculous.

“Tell her to find out where her dress show is being held. I can’t stand here and watch any longer.”

“I will tell the Duke of Crisiona to make sure that she doesn’t open that event at all.”

“Hmp, we should teach her a lesson.”

In the first place, it didn’t matter to them that the fashion show itself was someone else’s idea.

They have lived a life where everything is theirs, so it is only natural that they would boast about it as if they created it.

With a irritated expression on his face, Viscount Latrus spoke.

“Once we have the sea dragon eggs in our possession—which will undoubtedly fetch a hefty price—the problem will be solved.”