Chapter 33

The voice snapped Maxi out of her unpleasant reverie. She turned around to see two youths in black tunics looking at her with puzzled expressions. Recognizing them as two of the squires she had seen at the banquet, she straightened up. The youths greeted her with their hands on their chests and bowed respectfully.

"No need to be alarmed, my lady. We just wanted to make sure that you were all right."

"I-It's all right. Thank you, oh…"

Unsure of what to call the young squire, Maxi shifted her eyes uncertainly. The handsome, silver-haired youth quickly introduced himself.

"Please pardon my late introduction, my lady. I am Ulyseon Rovar, and I will be knighted next year."

The tall youth who had been standing awkwardly next to him followed suit.

"Garrow Livakion, my lady. I am to be knighted on the same day as my friend here."

"I-I am Maximilian C-Calypse."