Most nobles in the capital were generally aware of the intimate relationship between Astrid and Lyra. After all, the former never concealed her protection of the latter, whether it was Astrid, then still a princess, standing on the dueling platform of Elizabeth Academy of Magic and speaking out for Lyra in front of the entire audience, or her subsequent series of care and cultivation toward this gifted commoner regarding her studies and daily life, their closeness was widely known.
However, in the remote North, where information was scarce, how could the city guards who had never left their frozen posts possibly understand the bond between Astrid and Lyra? The only thing they knew was that Lyra had defeated Princess Iris of the Kingdom of Velys in a cross-level duel and was granted a Baroness title by the Emperor, an achievement closely tied to the Honor Knights.
Therefore, when they heard Lyra's voice, clearly different from her usual tone, many turned to look.
