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Amamius was also silent. Perhaps she thought he was an indifferent type of groom or simply didn't know how to respond to this sudden monologue, but in reality, he was simply not used to being cared for, just as he was not used to showing care for her.
- Maybe I should move in with you? - he finally said, uttering his first words after a long silence. - If you can't come to me due to your official duties, then what else is left to do so that we are always ready to help each other? If singularities or undead attack, we will be far apart so that we can group up in time.

—Same story. And I completely forgot about the contests... So, would Miss Margel like to have a cup of tea with my humble person? —finding his slippers, he makes a show of politeness, inviting the chosen one to go to the kitchen, where he brews their favorite black tea. —And as for the locals... They are more likely to reject me with my new pseudo-title than you, so don't worry. We don't have that wild, boisterous mountain folk for whom you will always be an "outsider." If a person respects our culture, they will be welcomed in my homeland.

—The Princess...? Oh. —pausing for a moment, he slaps his forehead. —I've served the new Empress for so long that I still automatically think of Naria. Well, yes, I wasn't just translating all the signs through Google yesterday; wedding ceremonies are within their capabilities. Hmm... To be honest: the idea is "daring" in the current religious and political situation. But that's what I like about it, because I wouldn't have even thought of it. Now, during the church schism and all these new coronations and appointments, someone needs to show people an example. That Mother Anuzish remains on the side of our Benefactors, allowing them with her blessing to unite loving hearts and perform other miracles. The main thing is not to lose faith and firmness of spirit. It would be, as you said then... a wonderfully heartfelt gesture for us, and for everyone else. ...I forgot, do you take it with lemon? —he pours the drink into cups and places a plate with treats next to them. —As for the audacity... The chances are, of course, unknown, but I hope they won't disintegrate me on the spot for simply asking, so it might be worth trying.

- It sounds terrible. I can't even imagine what it's like to realize that your soul will never return to the cycle, - glancing at the sphere with an expression of extreme discomfort. - So, even now it might be... active? In any case, we must study it. Onegai, Kuma-san, - emphasizing the request with a bow, Aiyano looks around the dark corners. - I would feel much better if it were in the hands of someone who is capable of preventing it from being... accidentally lost or stolen.
Raising her index finger:
- However, this matter must be approached with a cool head. It is not such a top priority task that we should do stupid things, as sometimes happened. And if these "specialists" are not the most trustworthy or safe people, then it is better to think ten times before turning to them.

—So, are you suggesting that I return to the team? ) In principle, I was going to suggest it to you...

- Yes, I think that would be very helpful, but I have the feeling that over the past few months, the universe owes me stats, experience, and other goodies.

- You know, the eighth room is already occupied... And I guess I'll have to start with a squire, because it's not that easy to integrate those secret Taivosian adventures into the current situation. But such trivialities won't stop you, will they? - he looks intently into your eyes.

- By the way, here's your rightful prize," - the Nozenrotka places one of the two matching compasses into your palm, deliberately holding your hand in hers for a moment. Her fingers were very thin, much more delicate than one might expect from someone of her relatively tall stature and blacksmithing profession, and in general, they were more graceful than many ordinary women. On the other hand, the muscles in the lower part of her palm were firm, it was clear that there was considerable grip strength there, although at the moment, she seemed to be aware of the delicacy of the situation. The floral ring was still on her finger, although it seemed to have suffered some slight charring in one place after the adventures in the Domain of War.

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- Refusing the august gift of the princess herself? I'm afraid that will lead to your head being chopped off... - he sighs. - Well, it was worth a try. To be honest, I don't really want to develop any bad habits... Although, maybe the harm is exaggerated - looking at you, it seems that it will only be beneficial. Okay, let's see where the near and distant future will lead us.

Yes, yesterday's ceremony and the tricks shown during it were met with great enthusiasm by the people - at that particular moment in time, but... it would be too presumptuous to think that none of them will experience a hangover, which could lead to unpredictable conclusions.

- This is... great. From what I know about the Islands, for example, it's not just that you can't become "one of their own" in your lifetime, but even your children and grandchildren will be perceived as outsiders. Although something similar can be seen in Margel, albeit not by everyone. - Despite the romantic setting, she remembered something not very pleasant. - Remember "Abundance"? There's an opinion that he was killed because he achieved too much success as a Calcite migrant.

- Well, you're not some nobody from the sticks, so it should be fine, I think? By the way, I didn't notice it yesterday, but something is bothering me now. - Looking out the window, she gestured to the disappearance of the house next door. - Remembering what your boss told you, I'm not sure I want to know the background of what happened.

- I generally don't care much about titles; what matters is what someone is capable of, not how they are addressed. What good would a goddess of steel and fire be if she couldn't wield a smith's hammer and anvil, right?

- It will definitely be useful in our field, - she accepts her share of the prize, - it's strange that this ring survived after everything... What were you saying about singularity?

but otherwise, your assessment of public opinion is correct – I am convinced that the inhabitants of other regions will perceive this news much worse than the inhabitants of Margel, and especially those who had the opportunity to see the Empress in person.

-- I think, maybe we could cover it with metal for preservation? In general, silvering is not a simple process and is not applied to such soft materials -- but I could do it.

And what about singularity? That's Saint Stallia. I met her a little earlier, in Kumari, we needed elemental blessings for the battle with the Dragon of Despair, and only the saints could give them to us, and they did. There were no impossible quests, bargaining, or difficulties, which I am very grateful for, although I didn't expect such entities to be petty or stubborn. True... we did lose Merel, in a rather unpleasant way, due to his own rampaging Valis, who turned out to be a celestial being, waiting for a convenient moment to attack. We had to subdue that sword, me and two others, and after the victory, Stallia praised us and took the defeated and immobilized weapon for herself.

-- Well, today I went to a tournament, took a shameful second place, losing to Her Highness.

-- In the end, we won, the Suzerain healed everyone, and the Saint pretended again that she liked everything.

Maybe it won't even happen? Stallia was properly aroused for the battle, but the others are not such fans of bloodshed, they may somehow resolve it peacefully if there are mutual claims. I hope so.

- And we're not going to ignore it! By the way, here's a little souvenir, we couldn't find you yesterday, - Beata gives a pregnancy charm.

- Help with cleaning? - asked Gion.

- Oh, thank you! - Accepts the gift. - And I have nothing to give you in return...

- No, no, no, it's my job... What will I do if you all do everything for me - I can't just lie on the couch...

- Yes, it should have. You know, since yesterday evening, I've also had "no convictions." Shouldn't I finally officially formalize the doctrine of the Kami-sama?... By the way, would you like to become one of my parishioners? Even for a cynical – or, well, realistic – person like you, it might bring some new, life-affirming meanings. It's a very good worldview for phantoms – empirically proven.

- Well, then, I guess... I'll have to travel around the regions like a traveling circus, show all sorts of wonders, and spread the Akonian word to the masses if we want to preserve our chimeric state. It's a pity that I don't have any tricks on the Akonian level, and I won't be able to convince anyone with them...