"Alright... Surya and the others have come out, I must excuse myself now, Abel, remember that the banquet starts at four in the Duke's courtyard. Just give my name."
"I understand."
That evening, Duke Bodric hosted a lavish dinner for Laine and Surya (the maid was not qualified to sit at the table). He "generously" inquired if Laine needed him to "arrange" some "extracurricular activities," but Laine bluntly refused: "No, my Duke, tonight I need to pray to the Lady."
Laine is the Divine Chosen Champion of the Lake Fairy, and invoking the Lake Fairy is a powerful excuse with no equal in this land, leaving Bodric hastily saying: "That's fine, Laine, after your prayers you may wander around the castle freely. I have instructed the servants, most areas can be explored at your leisure."
