20 Chapter 20

Countess Reinhart was widely known to have accurate judgement and cold-hearted in the capital. Although her comment on Marianne would not influence his judgment, he felt it would be worthwhile to listen to her opinion.

"When I first met her last night, I believed that the woman before me was the daughter of Earl Spring. She was dressed simply, and had a few attendants. Most of all, I heard about her from Sir Kloud, the deputy chamberlain."

"The deputy chamberlain is a man who keeps promises well."

"He's a good man. That's why I like him. Anyway, I thought she was a little bit scared because humans are afraid of strange things, even if they are wonderful and beautiful. Then, all of a sudden, this daughter of an unnamed earl was chosen as the prospective empress, and at this mansion, she came to be served by the countess, who was equal to her mother in rank."