Vol 1 Chapter 58 (2/2)
“You are presently the only one staying here, so the room is a bit bare . But sooner or later, as more Guardian Knights are recruited, the room will become more furnished . ”
“This was different from what I imagined… I thought I’d be working from outside the castle . ”
“Normally, that will be how you operate . ”
Wynn opened up a door in the room, where he saw four beds .
“However, if the need arises, you can use these quarters for sleeping . ”
Whoa . How would I ever relax in here?
It may have been a guardroom, but it was still a room fitting for a palace . The bedroom was much bigger than the dorm rooms meant for children of n.o.bles to sleep in .
“Her Majesty is not available at the moment, so allow me to show you a few other places . ”
Mary’s words shook Wynn from his astonishment at the room’s size . He looked back and saw Mary walking out of the room .
“Is there a place where I can train as well?”
“Certainly . The Imperial Guards are also training there . This way please . ”
Mary led him out of the guardroom and down another hallway . They walked down long winding corridors, and came to a window . A ways away from the window, they saw a bowl-shaped structure where several people were training with their weapons .
“This is one of the many training areas . Underground, you will also find a place for testing more dangerous magic spells . ”
“I think I’m going to get lost…”
Mary chuckled at Wynn’s despondent form .
“Well, you will have to figure it out sooner or later . ”
“I guess I’ll have to do my bes— ”
“Hey you!” A young man’s voice interrupted Wynn . He looked to be about twenty-five, and was a bit taller than Mary . Light brown hair and eyes with an innocent-looking face .
“You don’t look like a n.o.ble, but you’re still allowed in the inner palace? Perfect . My servant seems to have gotten lost . ”
There was a bulging leather bag at his feet .
“Look around . It’s such a splendid castle . Fit for a king, if I do say so myself . But right now, this size is just a ha.s.sle . ”
“Huh?”
Each of his words were punctuated with flamboyant waves of his arms .
“I was appointed as a court mage this spring, but the luggage I have to carry is too heavy . I’m a scholar . It is beneath me to perform manual labor . I would like to make you my servant . ”
The mage pointed at Wynn .
“Serv- Huh? A servant!?”
Wynn’s eyes darted around, but found n.o.body else but him to be the target of the finger . His eyes met with Mary’s . He must have been mistaken for a servant since he was walking with a maid .
“This personage is the princess’ guardian knight . Not even a n.o.ble is permitted to give him orders . ”
“Thank you for coming by to help me out . I am certain it would be horrible if I were late on my first day . ”
He just ignored it!The thought crossed through both Wynn and Mary’s minds .
“Therefore, you will help me carry my belongings . ”
“As I have said… ”
“Yes yes, I understand . ”
The mage nodded as he brought an open palm up close to Mary’s face, interrupting her .
“Of course, I am not telling him to do it for free . Let me introduce myself: I am Viscount Raymond von Hoffman . I may not look like it, but I have connections with Marquis Cliffdorf, so I am certain it would be in your best interests to get to know me personally . Say, you are quite attractive . ”
Raymond took Mary’s hand .
The Cliffdorfs held sway over a great portion of the kingdom . The fact that Raymond was a viscount with connections to the Cliffdorfs was a testament to his influence . Mary’s smile froze when Raymond grabbed her hand .
“Alright . We’ll help you with your belongings, Viscount Hoffman . ”
Shrugging, Wynn picked up Raymond’s satchel . It certainly was a bit heavy . Wynn could see why the slim mage was having trouble .
“Um, Sir Bard . ”
“It’s fine . Her Majesty hasn’t returned yet either, so we can go back straight after helping him out . ”
“How kind of you . Do you intend to steal the things inside? Plebeians do tend to have sticky fingers . ”
“Do you not think that you are going too far, Viscount Hoffman? There are no such hoodlums in the inner palace!”
Mary’s voice became harsh, incensed by Raymond’s arrogant accusations . However, Wynn held her back .
“Calm down . ”
Mary silently apologized to Wynn .
“Does your master commonly employ such ill-mannered servants? You had better remember your place . Speaking of, what are my servants doing? I can’t let commoners handle this . ”
Raymond’s gaze returned to Mary . He reached towards her with an amiable smile .
“Oh right, I haven’t had the pleasure of hearing your name . ”
He attempted to wrap his arm around her shoulder, but Mary smoothly stepped away .
“H-hey!”
“I have work to do . Please do not keep Sir Bard for too long, either . ”
With a curt nod, Mary turned and walked down the halls . Raymond watched her leave before turning back to Wynn .
“So, where shall I bring this?”
“Tch,” Raymond clicked his tongue, “It’s this way . ”
Wynn followed Raymond down the halls .
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