“The Peace Festival… huh?”
Nadue was lost in thought.
As the highest deity of the Elven Race, Nadue naturally knew about the Peace Festival.
She also knew that the Elven Race was somewhat exclusive, especially wary of men from other races, to the point of prejudice.
As the Goddess of Nature, the highest deity of the Elven Race, Nadue wasn’t very willing to see men with ulterior motives enter the Elven Homeland.
Of course, Mitra, the Hero from a thousand years ago, was an exception.
He was the only man who had ever entered the Elven Homeland.
But even he, after entering the Elven Homeland, was met with coldness. If it weren’t for Nadue appearing and introducing him, even a Hero would have had difficulty staying there.
Under such circumstances, Shien entering the Elven Homeland wasn’t something to be encouraged.
However…
“…If it’s him, he’ll probably become the only man in history welcomed by the Elven Race, right?”
Feeling the sense of familiarity emanating from Shien, Nadue had a strange expression.
“I have a feeling things will develop in unexpected ways…”
Nadue felt a little uneasy.
Therefore…
“I need to keep a closer eye on this.”
At this moment, Shien had no idea that the highest deity of the Elven Race was secretly watching over him.
This treatment was probably unprecedented, something even Mitra, the Hero, didn’t receive.
…
After deciding to go to the Elven Homeland, Shien also informed the people around him.
Airi, Lilith, and Lasha.
Shien told these girls and asked if they wanted to come along.
The outcome was obvious.
“The Elven Homeland?” Airi pondered for a moment, then said meaningfully, “Alright, it’s not bad to visit some acquaintances.”
Meaning, she would go with him.
“Since the person I’m currently serving is leaving, as a maid, there’s no reason for me to stay.”
Lasha also said readily, clearly indicating that she would also go, making the maids and servants in the mansion wail again.
As for Lilith, after seeing Shien return, this little goddess, who almost tore down the Buztout mansion last night because she couldn’t find him, clung to his leg, refusing to let go.
This told Shien that if he didn’t take this girl with him, when he returned, not only the Buztout mansion and the noble district, but even the entire capital might be gone.
“Alright, three more people then.”
Shien could already imagine the scene of him traveling with a large group.
Shien naturally went to the palace after this and told Lucy, who was still in bed.
“Go to the Elven Homeland to participate in the Peace Festival!?”
Upon hearing this from Shien, the sleepy princess was jolted awake and jumped out of bed.
The room was instantly filled with pink.
Because this beautiful princess, having been “tossed and turned” by Shien all night, still wasn’t wearing any clothes.
As a result, the blanket slipped off as she jumped, naturally blinding Shien’s eyes.
Lucy, however, was completely oblivious, dancing with joy.
“I’ve long heard that the Elven Race’s Peace Festival invites some recognized friends from other races. I’ve always fantasized about going, and I didn’t expect to actually have the chance…!”
Lucy was excited for a long time and even pounced on Shien, giving him a big kiss.
It was obvious how happy she was.
“Poor child, you must have been so bored.”
Shien looked at this silly girl with sympathy.
Seeing Lucy so happy, Shien felt glad he had done this.
However, when this matter reached the ears of the royal family and the Kingdom’s higher-ups, many of them overreacted.
They believed that with Lucy’s noble status and special position, casually leaving the capital would put her at risk.
Moreover, Lucy had never left the capital like this before, so many people were overly worried, either disapproving or simply not used to it, causing quite a commotion.
Even Ancil seemed a bit worried.
Fortunately, in the end, Lia persuaded everyone.
“Lucy’s fiancé is the newly rising strongest human, who even defeated Commander Aldia. Moreover, he has Princess Airi, the Dragon Demon, and Lilith, the evil god, by his side. Who can harm Lucy?”