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Although, of course, it would be better for my profession if there wasn't a ribbon, if you really want to know... But never mind.

This is a functional ribbon; if you tear it off, the effect will change to something else, and all curses within a radius of fifty kilometers will become ten times stronger.

- Ahem... Well... They say that you can hardly find such places here, unless you go to the land of harpies and dragons, - she looked away.

- There are similar places on the borders of Margel with that "land," so you'll find something, don't worry. Want me to give you not just a place, but an entire mountain with everything that belongs to it?

- Yes, it's very beautiful. And how did they guess about the flower?

- Either they read your interview with me, or they were just very lucky. It's unlikely they can read minds, right?

- Just in case... I've heard rumors that some portraits can be dangerous... Although this one seems ordinary.

- Well, what can you do? You can't just throw it away.

- Today I met this person for the second time - the first time was on my first day - and, to be honest... I kind of regret that I didn't get to know him better before. He seems like a gentleman with many talents and exceptional virtues, even though he puts on an air of excessive modesty. Although... I can fully understand him in that regard. And the thing is very original, perfect to put somewhere and enjoy it visually.

- Margel is full of interesting people, and anyone can become your friend, remember that.

- Hmm... Isn't this the place on the way here from the eastern gate? You know, after that turn. Or am I mistaken? - It was difficult to tell in the dim light and from that distance whether "she" was really depicted there, but it probably was.

- The place might be, but the architecture isn't.

- Luxurious, they suit you. But then again, what doesn't suit you?... I like all sorts of sentimental and cozy things. Sorvanci and Yun-kun also drew something, and Graf-sama made a composition. And Erephir-dono gave me gloves, I was just missing something like that, - even though it was impossible to break free from the current game of bear, she managed to at least lift her hand from under the blanket, with the gray shard clenched in it, and hold it up to show the glove. - They're very cute, and as you can see, quite useful. Although, of course, for my profession, it would be better without the bow, if we're being honest... But never mind.

Unclenching her fist with one hand, Naria took the shard from her daughter with the other - just in case.
- Well, tell me, how did that happen?

This is a functional embellishment; if you remove it, the effect will change to something else, and all curses within a radius of fifty kilometers will become ten times stronger.

- In my tradition, something like this would clearly be considered excessive and therefore not encouraged, but I like the design itself, - she decided to give a serious answer to the gray-skinned creature in response to his joking comment.

- On the borders of Margel with that "country," there are also things like that, so you'll find something, don't worry. Do you want me to give you not just a place there, but an entire mountain with everything that belongs to it?

- Well... it sounds good, of course, but... it's probably not something that should be decided so quickly in the current situation...

- Either they read your interview with me, or they were just very lucky. It's unlikely they can read minds, right?

- Ah... yes, that's quite possible. So, there was some kind of curse even in such small moments. I'm glad.

- Well, what else can you do? You can't just throw it away, can you?

- That's true.

Unclenching her fist from her daughter with one hand, Nariya took the shard from her with the other - just in case.
- Well, tell me, how did this happen?

- There's not much to tell. We were sitting in a cafe with the "boy," drinking tea. My doppelganger walked in and made a sudden move, and he paid the price for it. EdgeLord-kun immediately neutralized him. And all that was left was a pile of bones, this piece, and some kind of sphere, I didn't understand what it was. To be honest, I'm very worried about the situation because I didn't understand anything, and he stayed to guard the scene while I bring this thing to you, - she turned around. - So, even though I initially thought that spending a minute and a half on something like this was acceptable, if you think about it, it could be a huge mistake, and I feel a strong need to go back and sort this out right now.

- What nonsense, - Nariya sneered at the fate of the fifteenth apostle, while absorbing the last pebble into her body, - well then, I congratulate you, our divine comedy has come to an end; all that remains is for mortals to settle some matters among themselves and for me with my two classmates. It seems the dragon king has already sung his final song. - Alright, daughter dear, go on your way, - she relaxes her Aconian grip, - it's not fitting for a parent to keep lovers apart for too long. 

apartment-related questions?

You could convert one room into an additional common slot.

—Although, wait a minute, maybe I jumped to conclusions too quickly. —After making this statement, he approaches the fire escape plan hanging on the wall and thoughtfully taps his knuckle on the partition between the living room and the bedrooms. —I certainly can't demolish a load-bearing wall, but if you don't need to accommodate new interns in the near future, we can add a fifth wall for a new portrait.

The main thing is not to add a fifth column.

- No, wait... And what does that mean? Besides the fact that those cursed maniacs are gone. You once said that you would... how did you put it?... Create a closed sky or something like that? Deal with the aliens? - she tried to remember. - And what about the remains? There must be some curses and who knows what else on them.

—Although, wait, maybe I jumped to conclusions too quickly. —After making this statement, she approaches a fire safety plan hanging on the wall and thoughtfully taps the knuckle of her finger on the partition between the living room and the bedrooms. —Of course, I can't demolish a load-bearing wall, but if you don't need to accommodate new trainees anytime soon, we can add a fifth wall for a new portrait.

—Really, can you? ) Then I would be grateful, please do. There will be a maximum of one new trainee before the relocation.

—I agree. Then, if you need secretarial assistance or help in preparing the final version of the letter, feel free to ask; after all, some of my responsibilities are also involved here. Probably...

—Not just that. Okay, let's go through it point by point.

After personally taking charge of Kline for a short time, Erefir tried to outline all the current tasks to him, which, in her opinion, needed to be resolved in order to transform Carneol into an order and make it function properly. In principle, after all the corrections and additions (Kline is needed for this, in addition to writing), this should become the letter to Her Majesty.

Task 0: reward.
To boost morale for completing an impossible task (even if it turned out to be spontaneous for us), a reasonable monetary reward can be given (to the dragon slayers, including Kalina), keeping in mind that Her Highness Naera has already taken the liberty of distributing several artifacts among Carneol as preparation.

Task 1: initiation and ranks.
Status: the formal initiation ceremony for the current members will be held tomorrow morning, November 21st. However, additional people in the minimum rank may be required, including those without names, to perform simpler tasks (see below).
Suggestions: a small hierarchy. I would like to separate the dragon slayer knights, who have already managed to gain some fame with this collective achievement, by giving them special titles, which will positively affect motivation. Kline, who recently joined, has already proven himself in another task and definitely deserves to be a full-fledged knight, albeit without a special title. Named recruits should be initiated as squires so that this status changes in the next serious battle (is it important that this can be said publicly, or not?). Some people for additional activities, such as the maid, or any additional people that may be needed, remain in their status as servants/guards, which can be changed in case of certain merits.

Task 2: permanent income.
Status: several people left in the past, probably including because of this nuance. This money still goes, one way or another, to buy enhancing items or for intensive training, so not a single rem will be wasted.
Suggestion: ask Kline how best to organize the ratio of salaries, taking into account his experience at the villa. In the redhead's opinion, servants should have around 480, squires 640, knights 800, additional titles (such as the prefix "grand-" or for dragon slayers) or positions (such as secretary) +160, but this is just a rough estimate.

Task 2a: not for the Suzerain, but a general comment.
In reality, no reasonable salaries will ensure the competitiveness of Carneol's training with current prices. It would be good if everyone, literally everyone, eventually had a permanent source of income related to some useful activity. Not a part-time job as an apprentice for 2 rems per hour, but something appropriate for knights... Ideally, this would be an awarded plot of land, because that was once the point of this lower noble class, but in the classless Welfern, there will obviously be problems with this. Nevertheless, maybe the rewards for quests should be replaced with something with a greater focus on the future? What exactly, and how exactly - that's the question, but people should have something to fall back on so that they can equip themselves for heroic campaigns, and then there will be no particular need for salaries.

Task 3: food.
Status: a contract with the restaurant needs to be renewed; this will be decided by a personal visit tomorrow; the bill has been sent. In the future, a cook is needed in the fortress (note: the profession is not on the list for charm, but theoretically the problem can be solved through personal connections).

Task 4: guard/protection of the headquarters from invasion.
Status: it would be a bit too much to spend the forces of the few main members on 24-hour duty, but at the moment it is already clear that attention to Carneol is high, and we will not be able to exist as carefree as before.
Suggestions: newcomers/servants specifically for this job; significant combat experience is not required, the main thing is reliability, the ability to follow orders, and high perception. They will not save us from "ultimate" invisible spies, but they will protect us from theft and sabotage. After the relocation, these people can be used to populate the fortress (although more will be needed there). For a typical shift, ?? people are needed.
Also - several safes (a reasonable suggestion from Kline). It would be good to make a purchase, or give contacts of where to buy, due to the fact that Tentacle is no longer working.
Also - consultation with someone with relevant experience (Draco Mellis?).

Task 5: search and pursuit.
The status of the task is unsatisfactory, as one of the previous episodes showed. There is contact with Cassiopeia Eresaf, but she is not interested in permanent work, and no one has the skills of a hunter.
Possible solution: hiring (budget) or further training.

Task 6: information about Nephiria.
Mostly solved by hiring a suitable person (Tluassa Elfir), but there may be some subtleties unknown to our recruit.
Possible solution: exchange information with veterans on the front lines. It would be especially valuable to find those who have personally encountered Monogat, although the chances are slim.

Task 7: anti-air tactics.
The scrolls of flight in Discordia have run out; it would be good to arrange insurance for Kilike for a possible battle with airships.

Task 8: charter and oath.
Well, there should be a commitment to do good and not do bad. Ideally, it should be for pomp, but there are no more specific ideas. Well, maybe something will come up by tomorrow?

Has anything been forgotten?! The task with pockets is definitely not for the Suzerain.

- Yes, I'll do it, and very soon, but you don't need to worry about it. By the way, let me try something... - Narya grabs Ayano, but not by her flesh, but as if by the outline of her green soul. - And it really works! - Pulling her close again, the mother hugs her daughter tightly again and gently strokes her head and back; during this process, Ayano's green color changes to one of the human colors - white, gray, black, or gold. - A-a-a, hooray! - Wiping the moisture from her eyes, she hugs the alien even tighter. - Do you remember how you came into this world? I summoned you with my blood, and now I have made you a true daughter of Anuzish... So no matter what anyone says, you are my favorite child. I wish you would finally reciprocate my feelings, but... it's probably not easy to have such feelings for an ancient being, is it? - She releases her from the embrace. - Don't worry about the remains, there won't be any surprises with them... Hmm, maybe I shouldn't have said that? A-a! Well, yes, I take back my words - hurry back, or something terrible will happen to the Lord!

Added 15 minutes later
Since Kilika and Aria will no longer explode, I will no longer insist on distributing items among the inventory/equipment/safes.

Having understood little at the moment and experiencing a kaleidoscope of various feelings, the common denominator of which was embarrassment, despite all the fuss, Ayano still allows herself another ten seconds of silence and vague contemplation – it was just too unusual to see a "chime denku" in such an emotional state.
- ... - 🤔.
Having made a decision, she nevertheless succumbs to her calculating trick from the realm of reverse psychology and hugs her in retaliation with all her ogre-like 19.3 strength.
- Hmm... No, it's quite simple, - she barely audibly mumbles the phrase during this event.
Finally releasing the slender imperial body from her awkward clutches, she tries not to shine against the background of the night lamp with any of her ocular moisture, instead straightening her dress.
- Well, okay... Then good night, we'll talk more tomorrow. It was a long day, - stumbling mid-sentence, she snaps her fingers. - Yes, I need to hurry. You think you're joking, but they are capable of killing themselves for no reason – they might stick their fingers in a socket or eat something off the ground. You can't take such risks. I'm off, - waving a glove with a bow on it, she quickly leaves the room.
If she encounters Magnate-kun on the way out of the house, she will take the message back from him and destroy it. If not, she will simply return to the previous location.

- Bye-bye, - Nariya waves to her daughter with both hands, pleased with today's event, but after the young woman leaves, she won't go back to bed, but will attend to new matters - sleep could wait.

First, she goes to heal the patriarch - what she failed to do at level 14/15, she easily accomplished at level 15/15, and then they both leave for Elysium, which is teeming with . The information obtained by absorbing the Monogata stone proved very useful - according to his plan, the dragons turned into undead were supposed to simultaneously attack all major cities of the empire, but now this was not to happen - Nariya and Eugene destroyed them all, including the dragon king, who was supposed to attack Margel.

Ayano returns to XXX and immediately finds herself in another, this time again Lordly, embrace.
- I know there was nothing to worry about, and yet... I'm glad you're okay.

- And that was very careless. What if I'm another doppelganger? I was already expecting to be stabbed with a knife,” she said, responding to the gesture, and glanced at the pile of remains that violated all sanitary norms. - Is everything alright here?

- And that was very careless. What if I'm another doppelganger? I was already expecting to be stabbed, - responding to the gesture, she glances at the pile of remains that violates all sanitary norms. - Is everything quiet here?

- I'll recognize you among a thousand doppelgangers, so don't, - said the guy who would now be a vegetable if his beloved hadn't listened to the maid's advice, - quiet... I suggest we clean up a bit and get back to where we left off. What do you think?

/After all, Raidark still holds the title of the most short-sighted emperor of them all./

After a moment of thought, the question about Erefir's anti-air tactics expands to include the other Carnelians; perhaps they had some ideas.

When Kilika arrives, she bows to her and says the following:

-- Thank you for the thoughtful gift. It's true, life is like a room full of exploding traps; if it weren't for you, I might have been stuck in the domain of war forever, but you prevented that. I also wanted to say to all of you that... for improvisation, you all did an excellent job. Yes, I won't let this issue go unmentioned. Thank you for your brilliant participation, Carnelian.

-- Guyon, how did it go? Did the universe answer your question? I'm thinking that if it doesn't give you a headache, it might be worth scanning not only everyone who randomly enters the headquarters, but also the Carnelians; who knows, we might pick up on something unexpected... Can you do that now, starting with me? And let it be a regular procedure. Send the results to me personally; if there's anything like that, of course, but if not, it doesn't matter.

She said this now not just like that, but with the intention of confirming her suspicions about Stallia, and if anyone finds out, let them; they might even be happy, who knows, but there's definitely no harm in such information. At this stage of the battle, Fyr was only afraid that Monogat, the great lich, might somehow use the double-mindedness for his own purposes... But it's unlikely that anything can be hidden from him, if that's the case.

"Something tells me we can stop worrying about it now," thought Guyon, looking beyond the fourth wall. - Well... I think so, yes, we can scan for auras; I saw everyone in the arena back then. And the daily scan... Well, if you insist," he checks Erephir's aura.