Simon asked again because he knew there was no way it could be okay. Reversing a decision that was made without any regard and doing the work twice was undesirable.

“That’s something I can’t help with.”

In principle, in the Perseita Empire, there was nothing the Emperor couldn’t help with.

However, unlike Caletta, the Perseita Emperor was not a god but a human being. Moreover, already, the father of Loo, Viscount Flache, who was not just anyone, had opposed excessive rewards for this matter.

“It will continue like this in the future.”

“I understand. Then, we will proceed as planned.”

“Add Kynana to that.”

“Excuse me?”

Hayden looked at Simon with a puzzled expression, wondering what the problem was.

“Kynana, do you mean?”

Since the assassination attempt, he had memorized where the Moiqufel Duchy’s numerous properties and territories were located by looking at the map until his eyes went blind. The name Kynana was very familiar to him.

“To give only a lifelong appointment to a lady who threw herself wholeheartedly into protecting the emperor, I’m not that kind of person.”

“Yes, but Kynana, Your Majesty?”

“Summer estates and vineyards, too.”
In that vineyard, very high-quality grapes are produced. As a resort, it was a beautiful garden where the Moiqufel family often spent a lot of time.

“Simple enough for Loo not to refuse, and it won’t be too lacking either, right?”

The sales of wine from the Kynana Vineyard were by no means modest. However, Simon nodded his head, thinking about the beautiful garden, considering which noble would get it, or how he could get hold of it, contemplating numerous nobles who might covet it.

“That should be more than enough.”

“Then let’s go with that.”

Hayden finally stood up from his seat after pushing the list away. With the decision to grant the reward for merit made, now was the time for him to prepare separately. Hayden could never be satisfied with just appointing Loo as a lifelong knight or granting her a mere garden.

Even when Loo briefly stayed at the Flache Viscount’s townhouse, she received very strict security.

Although she frequently visited the Imperial Palace, there were specialized bodyguards discreetly protecting her. And, above all, Hayden personally guarded her.

He wasn’t present here, but his presence could be faintly but distinctly felt. Moreover, a white falcon with wings spread wide flew above the townhouse.

Piiik!

As soon as Loo came out, a white falcon emitted a long cry and flew over, perching on a nearby branch.

“Hello.”

Upon greeting, the falcon blinked its eyes, staring intently at her.

“Come to think of it, what’s your name?”

The falcon wagged its head slightly. It was definitely not an ordinary falcon. Clearly, it must be a divine creature.

“I keep forgetting to ask your owner. It’s time to check with him. I’ll be back!”

Dressed in outdoor clothes with a hat on her head and carrying a basket, Loo said this while turning toward the stairs outside. No, she tried to turn. The white falcon, which had been watching her intently, unfolded its right wing with a swift movement. A shining magic circle appeared beneath Loo’s feet.

“Huh?”

Loo glanced alternately at the magic circle and the falcon for a moment. The falcon chirped, said something, and then promptly flew into the magic circle.

While momentarily contemplating, Loo, too, gazed at the magic circle. The falcon squeaked for a moment, then flapped its wings and entered the magic circle.

After a step, and then another, the surroundings changed completely. Instead of the fresh air outside, the cool indoor air enveloped her. No, even more cool and gentle fragrance approached her.

“Your Majesty?”

“No one’s here, Loo.”

Whispering lips were already tickling her cheek. A large hand swiftly snatched the basket she was holding.
Pook, the sound of a white falcon flapping its wings is heard. However, Loo couldn’t confirm it. Taking the basket, a strong arm wrapped around her waist gently pulled her. She naturally closed her eyes.

Breathing mingled, body temperatures intertwined. With her newly liberated arms, Loo hugged Hayden’s neck familiarly and sank deeply into his embrace.

Although still clumsy, the lips that were always warm had now become quite skillful. They still collided recklessly, rushing towards her as if starving, but that was Hayden-like. He was frustrated for not expressing the love he held for her with his whole body.

“I missed you. Did you come to see me?”

Gray eyes bent prettily right in front of her. Bending down, he met the face of the beloved lady. When Loo’s long eyelashes tickled his eye area, he smiled more brightly.

“Yeah.”

If she waited a bit, Loo would slowly respond. Hayden already knew.

“I missed you, so I came to see you.”

Speaking with direct eye contact was awkward, so even answering while avoiding his gaze was typical of Loo.

“You came to see me.”