"Ahem, Dear Elf Lady, I'm Dale Norberis. The young duke attracted the attention of the people, "Welcome to the luncheon at the Duke's Palace, I wonder what you are doing?"

"Oh, it turned out to be you. The elven woman turned around, pointed to the little duke's nose, and repeated her previous words, "The earthquake in the Scott Plains has left countless refugees displaced and homeless. And you, Dale Norberis, are still holding a banquet here?!"

Jude observed the uninvited guest in front of him, and it was difficult to associate it with his impression of an elegant and reserved elven woman. She pointed at the young duke and did not know how to respond for a moment, and the young man looked at Duke Norberis and then at Teacher Stanxiu, and did not know what to say.

At this time, the guards and attendants finally arrived, and they were accompanied by a mysterious young man dressed in green clothes.

He has miraculously short light cyan hair, his pupils are the same color as his hair, his skin is fair and clear, and he has an ethereal aura that is not mortal.

"I'm sorry, Lord Duke. The young man saluted, "My companion is quick to speak, and may have rushed against you, and you. Please allow me to apologize for her. This is the Moon Elf Ranger Carolyn Starwind. Below is Tuscut, a Skyborn from the floating city of Kogs-sat. ”

Jude had only heard of this race in mythology, and it was said that they had mastered the secret art of the three phases of sunlight, stars, and the four winds, and were able to travel the skies, never believing that they were real.

Legend has it that the Celestials are strict avoiders, and their floating cities and wind-sailing ships float in the realm of the sky, with very little contact with mortals on the surface. The boy looked up and down at the approachable and gentle youth in front of him, and it was difficult to associate it with the mysterious Celestial Descent in his impression.

"It turned out to be His Excellency Tuskat, the Heavenly Sword Master," the young duke saluted the young man in return, "I have admired the great name for a long time, and I am finally fortunate to meet it today." Your companion is truly free-spirited. Lady Starwind, I salute you too. ”

Watching these big names exchange politely with each other, Jude was quite bored and couldn't help but yawn again.

"I am glad to have your understanding, Lord Duke, and may the winds of the Quartet bless you. Tuskat responded patiently and respectfully.

"Needless to say polite words," said Caroline, who did not care at all about the duke's compliment, and went straight to the point, "what are you going to do?"

"Since you have come to my mansion, you are my guests. The luncheon is about to begin, so let's sit down and we'll talk about it after lunch."

The boy had not eaten a grain of rice since noon yesterday, and he was already hungry, and could not help but appreciate the proposal of the Duke of Norberis.

The elven ranger, however, did not seem to appreciate it: "Countless plague people are starving, and you are eating and drinking here? You must give me an answer now, Dale Norberis." ”

Kaluline stared at the Duke in front of her menacingly, while Duke Norberis and the Celestial had helpless expressions, while Teacher Stanxiu watched quietly...... Seeing that the luncheon would have to wait for a long time, Jude was tired and hungry, and suddenly felt a sense of weakness, and fell to the ground unsteadily.

The boy vaguely heard someone's exclamation, and at the same time, his forehead accidentally hit the ground, and then he lost consciousness.

-

The pristine ceiling came into view, and when Jude opened his eyes again, he found himself lying on a large soft bed.

"You're awake, Master Temptes. A young maid stood by the bedside, "The doctor has come to see you, you are fine, you are just too tired and need to rest." ”

The boy knew the maid because she stopped him and his teacher at the entrance of the Duke's Palace. If memory serves, her name seems to be Elevia?

"Your name is Elivia, isn't it?" Jude felt weak but well-rested, Jude reluctantly sat up and noticed that the sun was shining outside the window, "Can I ask, how long have I been asleep?"

"Yes, Master Temptes, you can call me Little Love. The maid looked terrified again, "You've been asleep for a day and a night. ”

Master Temptes, who had never been called that before, Jude felt awkward, a sense of disobedience that was noble but inexplicable.

"Okay, little love. Don't call me that, just call me Jude. The young man tried to move his body, "Is it the 21st today, how is the situation on the Duke and Teacher Stanxiu?"

"At your command, Lord Jude. Master Stansho said he had important business and had left Langlens yesterday afternoon. Now Lord Duke is waiting for you in the living room for lunch, Lord Jude. Alysvia reported respectfully.

"I said don't call me that......" Jude sighed as he looked at the terrified maid, "Forget it." ”

-

With the hospitality of Duke Norberis, the hungry boy was finally able to feast on his heart's content.

Gobbling up the food and pouring a large glass of twilight berry juice, Jude breathed a sigh of relief and satisfaction.

"I'm sorry for what happened yesterday, Mr. Temptes. Duke Norberis sat across the square table with an apologetic look on his face, "Allow me to make amends, I wonder what Mr. Temptis wants?"

"Please don't call me that, Lord Duke, just call me Jude. The boy looked at the young duke and confessed, "I don't have anything in particular, and besides, I don't help you much, but I am very grateful for the duke's hospitality." ”

"Alright, Jude. Now that the situation is turbulent and the world is unstable, even Langrens is not very peaceful, why don't you live in the Duke's palace and let my servants take care of your daily life, what do you think?"

"Thank you for your kindness, Lord Duke. Jude hesitated for a moment, then explained, "But I am still very young, and I want to be tempered and improve myself through the life of an adventurer, and I am afraid that I cannot stay in the Duke's Palace, and I beg your pardon." ”

"Teacher Stanxiu told me to help you, Lord Duke, and if you need help, feel free to contact me. The boy thought for a moment, then added, and informed the Duke of Norberis of the address of the tavern where he was staying.

"Some trivial matters are not for Master Lao's master's apprenticeship, I just hope that Jude will come to my house to sit in his spare time. The young duke smiled and replied, "How about taking one of my maids, then?"

As he spoke, Duke Norberis looked at the young maid at the edge of the living room: "Her name is Elevia, and she has been in the Duke's Palace for less than a year. But Xiao Ai is gifted and intelligent, and all the maid jobs are now well known, so how about letting her serve you?"

"If Jude is satisfied, from now on, Elevia will be your man. The young duke looked at the young man meaningfully, "You can do whatever you want her to do, I wonder what Jude wants?"