Upon hearing Grand Duke Barlow's words, the lords were startled.
Grand Duke Barlow actually invited someone to stay at his home!?
This is a treatment that even former kings have never received!
And now, he has actually set a precedent for this because of Princess Aurelion.
However, this is quite reasonable.
After all, Aurelion is the granddaughter of the Grand Duke of Balor.
With such familial affection between them, it's not surprising that he treats Princess Aurelion very well.
However, it had been a long time since anyone had seen Grand Duke Barlow act in this manner.
Since the death of the Grand Duke of Barlow's daughter, no one has ever seen the Grand Duke show any affection to anyone.
That's right, it's not exactly a secret.
Many people know that the Duke of Barlow had a deceased daughter.
She married Emperor Auberly of the Empire.
Finally, it is said that she died in childbirth while giving birth to Aurelion.
But many people don't understand.
Everyone knows that Grand Duke Balor is a legendary necromancer who possesses terrifying magic that can resurrect the dead.
But when his daughter died in childbirth, he could only watch helplessly as she was laid to rest.
Even after she died completely, her body decayed and disappeared from the world.
The Grand Duke was also numb.
No one knows what Grand Duke Barlow's attitude is toward the Empire.
Will the daughter's seemingly casual cause of death lead her to harbor hatred towards the empire?
Or perhaps, he didn't care whether his daughter lived or died.
After all, necromancers, who manipulate corpses and souls, are probably already accustomed to life and death.
However, regardless of the circumstances, it is an indisputable fact that Aurelion and the Grand Duke are related by blood.
At this moment, August was slightly taken aback upon hearing Archduke Barlow's words.
But soon, a smile returned to his face.
“That would be wonderful. I was just wondering what kind of accommodations to prepare for the princess and the councilors.”
"Thank you very much, Grand Duke Barlow."
Then he turned around and said to Aurelion:
“Your Highness, if you have no objections, you may lead your people to Grand Duke Balo’s manor.”
"Don't worry, it's a large place, enough for all of you to live in."
Aurelion smiled and nodded.
"I have no problem."
She was already very interested in her grandfather, whom she had never met.
And if she could stay with her teacher, she naturally wouldn't want to leave.
"Let's settle on this for now, and we'll arrange the banquet in a few days."
Then, August turned to look at Victor and said:
“Mr. Congressman, I hope you can consider the matter I inquired about earlier.”
"After all, I am very interested in mages."
Victor looked at August, his gaze calm, and said:
"Of course, this is also part of diplomacy."
August nodded, and then he continued his friendly conversation with Aurelion.
The two seemed to instantly become closer, like old friends reuniting.
After seeing August leave Victor's side, Count Laureen seemed to casually move closer to Victor.
A kind smile graced his face, but a soft, pleading look lingered in his eyes.
“Congressman Clavner, please take our matter to heart.”
Just now, he noticed Grand Duke Barlow's attitude towards the princess.
After all, the Grand Duke had already taken the initiative to let the princess stay in his residence, and his attitude was quite clear.
Perhaps, given this familial bond, if the princess were to make a request to the Grand Duke regarding this matter, he might actually grant it.
A glimmer of hope flashed in Earl Laureen's eyes. Victor simply nodded slightly and continued to follow the ministers out of the academy.
Along the way, the foreign ministers engaged in lively conversations with the king and nobles.
They continuously praised the kingdom's excellent construction, wise systems, and magnificent scenery.
Aurelion walked silently beside August. Although she wore a smile, it was clearly somewhat stiff.
If someone knew her well, they could tell at a glance that she was uncomfortable.
Grand Duke Barlow, leaning on his ornate cane, walked steadily at the front of the procession.
Unbeknownst to anyone, Viktor was strolling leisurely at the back of the group, seemingly lagging behind.
Above the sky, a jet-black raven circled and landed leisurely on Victor's shoulder.
In the pitch-black night, no one noticed its departure and return.
The crow stretched its neck, shook its body, and spoke in a voice only Viktor could hear:
"That's about it."
Victor knew what Vega had done, but he maintained his indifferent expression.
Hilda only arrived hurriedly, jogging along the way, just as the group was about to leave the academy.
"Please wait a moment, Your Highness Aurelion."
Upon hearing the sound, Aurelion stopped and turned around.
Behind Hilda, a dozen or so academy instructors stood in a line.
At this moment, Hilda was a little out of breath from jogging and took a few breaths.
She spoke only after she recovered.
“I heard from His Majesty that you are going to the estate of the Duke of Balo.”
"The journey is long, let us escort you there."
The noble lords were to escort the king back first, while Aurelion's side would separate from them, as their routes would diverge.
So, Hilda's arrangement was actually fine.
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