Because of the Queen's sudden arrival, Ron stopped talking about anything else.
Everyone followed Ron and the others' gazes toward the Imperial Guard.
This ceremonial guard can also be called the Palace Magic Guard. Each empire or kingdom has its own unique guard, and in the Carlo Magic Empire, it is called the Royal Palace Magic Guard.
Ron sensed from afar that the group of several hundred people possessed many powerful elemental auras.
Without giving it another glance, Ron followed the crowd and offered the noble greeting.
As the honor guard approached, people bowed to each other.
Under Ron's watchful eye, he finally met the current Queen of Magic.
Far away.
The Empress stepped out of the carriage and sat down in the main seat in the distance.
The Empress's face is indeed beautiful, and she exudes a sense of aloofness and reverence.
This indifference may stem from his long-standing position on the throne.
Look at him, that's what it means to keep your emotions hidden. That's a basic skill for big shots. If anyone says Ron is a typical big shot in the future, he'll just say it's all an illusion.
At least for now, Ron doesn't yet have that weathered look. ＜(?????)＞
The Empress had reached the level of a magical legend and, with a mind to maintain her youthful appearance, still looked as youthful as ever after a hundred years.
Due to Ron's current location, it's difficult to see the Queen's exact features...
Looking back at Sera's legend, she was like an unmarried noblewoman, while the Queen, as her older sister and mother of many children, might have a different temperament!
Coming to my senses, I found myself in the vicinity of the elite circle in the capital.
After the Queen arrived, everyone stopped talking casually, and the birthday banquet officially began.
Ron thought to himself, "Fine, I don't need to answer the previous questions anymore. If I want to get closer to the sprites, I can study them myself!"
A birthday banquet, of course, requires serving dishes and various entertainment.
The palace maids brought out one delicious dish after another.
The first program was a song and dance performance, with all the nobles gathered to witness the birthday of the Magic Queen.
Meanwhile, on the main side of the palace.
Queen Kofi Caro asked Prince Woolley, who was standing beside her, a question.
"The Viscount of the Kingdom of Gil..."
"Your Majesty, the Viscount is over there!" said the eldest prince, Wu Lai, looking in a certain direction.
The prince's gaze was still somewhat distant, so the queen followed his gaze downwards.
Ron, sensing this, raised his cup, (?′?`)?, and drank it down facing the Magic Queen, a smile on his face.
Only when he saw the Magic Queen nod in the distance did Ron face the group of minor nobles.
The Queen dismissed her own prince.
Knowing that the prince did not intentionally slight the papacy and nobility, that was enough.
It seems that the young papal nobles are quite peculiar!
We've arrived over there, so let's leave it for now.
The Queen discussed the birthday banquet again.
While things proceeded seriously and in an orderly manner, the group of minor nobles became puzzled when they reached Ron.
"Do you think Her Majesty the Queen was looking this way just now?"
"How could that be? Baron Clay, you must be overthinking it."
"Indeed, how could we, minor nobles of the capital, possibly attract Her Majesty the Empress's attention?"
"..."
Thinking it over, it was impossible. Baron Clay, sensing something was amiss, stopped thinking about it and focused on enjoying the birthday banquet with his fellow nobles.
I've heard that these elemental foods were originally reserved for royalty, and I'm fortunate enough to try them today.
It tastes really good.
As for the taste, it's not bad, if not absolutely amazing. The key is that it contains some precious magical plants, and eating them makes you feel like your own elements are activated.
After Sandy's territory developed a complete set of magical plant foods, various regions began to conduct their own research and development.
The Imperial Royal Family is different; as a dimensional exploration-level power, they haven't even brought out some dimensional food menus yet! This is enough for everyone to enjoy.
Ron knew all along that it was only a little earlier than expected, and the potion feast was becoming increasingly popular, which he enjoyed and was happy about.
According to legend, the earliest imperial foods did not have so many varieties; their taste was secondary, and their primary purpose was to enhance elemental power.
There is a willingness to hone the spirit of each family's children, since there are too many factors to consider when making a breakthrough.
Afterwards, Sandy's potion feast became popular throughout the Tulip Merchant Guild, and the dishes of the royal families of various empires gradually increased.
You can't let people know that the royal family eats worse food than some commoner's potion meal!
There were some dishes related to this other world, and Ron felt a sense of familiarity with a few of them.
A considerable amount of time has passed since then, and he has become a high-level magic swordsman.
After the food, singing and dancing... and other segments.
Naturally, it was the turn of the more distinctive programs.
The elves perform.
This reveals that the Carlo Magic Empire and the Elven race had indeed been in contact for a long time.
Under the empire's rule, elven adventurers were often treated with great care.
The primordial magic of the Elf race, the Magic Empire, near the Elf Forest—it's all natural now. Let's see how the Elf delegation performs!
Sharing the same thoughts as Ron, all the minor nobles looked toward the birthday celebration stage in the center of the banquet.
This stage will also be used for the birthday celebration later on.
The nobles generally sat facing each other in a circle, which made it easier for them to enjoy the performances.
The royal family's side is higher up and in the very center.
Some members of the elven delegation were also facing the center, while Ron and his group could only see the elves from the side.
It's fine, as long as I can see it.
Among the crowd, only Rita and Little Tower seemed distracted. The little fairy didn't pay much attention to the elves on the stage, focusing only on Rita, and at most flew around a few times due to the atmosphere.
Vivian, Uncle Arno, and the others, however, joined Ron in their anticipation.
After a while, the elf performance began.
Unique elven musical instruments and elven works of art filled the palace with elven music.
The sound was gentle, like the murmuring of flowing water.
If there was anything strange about it, it was that, in Ron's perception, the surrounding elements suddenly became active.
Unfortunately, while it possesses wonders, it still cannot compare to the divine art of music!
That's enough, I won't think about it anymore, I'll just listen quietly...
As the music ended, the elves all bowed and then withdrew…
The birthday banquet finally reached the part about giving birthday gifts.
Before it began, the Magic Queen sent a rare wind-based telepathic message.
The Empress's voice, upon first hearing, is dignified and indifferent, yet it inevitably possesses a pleasing quality characteristic of women.
The Empress said, "A hundred years is but a fleeting moment, the universe is vast... Today's birthday banquet is to celebrate the Empire's hundredth anniversary. I do not wish for any disputes over the birthday gifts. Your subjects have shown their kindness..."
I understand the Queen's meaning, which is to prevent the nobles under her rule from competing with each other.
Just a token gesture is fine...
This wasn't good for Ron; if he had known this would happen, he might have had a reason to refuse Tabitha that day.
We've been preparing for months!
As thoughts shifted, the first nobleman on the stage presented his birthday gift.
Elf art pieces, a complete set of women's makeup items, including combs, etc.
The value is not actually that high, and collecting the whole set would be a bit difficult. Seeing that the Marquis was so interested, the Queen smiled and told him to accept it.
The count offered a gift...
The Duke offered his respects...
...
The strange and wonderful things made Ron think about them, especially the elven artworks, which seemed to be a favorite of the Magic Queen!
The ministers catered to his preferences.
Finally, it was the Duke's house, where Tabesa lived, that was the next turn, because if they didn't offer their greetings, it would be the royal family's turn.
It's likely that Prince Woolley had prepared his birthday gift well in advance.
Tabitha looked towards Ron's side, and just when things seemed to be going well, Ron disappeared.
Of course, I should disappear for a while so that I can help in secret.
Tabitha sighed helplessly, ヽ｀ヽ(*￣o￣*)＞ヽ｀, drew a circle to curse someone, and came up on stage.
Not only Tebsa, but also the Duke's family, and most of them were Tebsa's maids.
The ladies bowed slightly on the stage.
After completing her rites, Tabitha said, "Your Majesty, Tabitha's birthday gift is somewhat special, and I hope that everyone will not be too alarmed at the time."
Little did they know that the Magic Queen already had intelligence; what in the capital could possibly escape her notice?
"Tabitha, don't worry! Let's begin!"
After she finished speaking, the Empress, who was sitting quietly on the main seat, unconsciously revealed an expectant look in her eyes.
Artificial elemental tides, a clever tactic of dual-system popes and viscounts.
The minor incident was quickly dealt with by the mysterious imperial forces. Subsequent investigations revealed that its power had diminished considerably by the time of the birthday banquet, a fact that the Empress found regrettable.
After hearing the Queen's assurance, Tabitha finally remained calm and composed.
The daughter of an imperial duke possessed a refined manner, handling matters with composure and order.
A spell, Tebbisa's wind magic, served as the signal.
The little whirlwind gradually dissipated in the air.
Immediately afterwards, the magicians of Duke Tebera's family, who had been prepared in the distance, all began to activate their magical items.
Peng... Peng...
A series of sounds.
Outside the venue, a large semicircle was formed by multiple fireballs rising into the air, seemingly corresponding to Tebbisa's previous whirlwind magic.
Surprisingly, more than ten magical fireballs exploded simultaneously in the sky.
Magic fireworks…
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