This Time, To The Believed Path
The Grand Ball's

"Leana, are you ready?"

Leana turned around as the sound of knocking sounded.

He found Forde who was wearing a black and green tosca fusion suit was resting his shoulders on the door of the room.

Leana got up and waved her uniformly colored dress between white and her tosca. Her hand grabbed her husband's hand gently.

She stopped in front of her husband and looked at him for a while until Forde unconsciously tilted her head slightly.

It made a beautiful smile on her face. He faintly looked at the reddish sipu on the side of his jade eyes, beside the beautiful curve of his eyes.

"I'm ready."

His hands comfortably embraced Forde and the two walked together towards the party hall.

As the door opened along with their names being called out, a glittering light enveloped them and displayed a majestic atmosphere that looked friendly yet serious as well.

The area around them had become quiet because of the emergence of the two but it did not last long.

Leana confidently ignored the various gazes that were fixed towards her.

In her mind she was thinking whether there was still a woman who was stupid enough to fall for her husband and insist on chasing after him.

Given that her husband is so handsome that he still questions his status as his legal wife is reality or not.

He briefly recalled the incident at the Empress's tea party before returning to what was in front of her now.

The party held after the big meeting used the same large hall as the party celebrating the previous victory.

All the guests of the delegation gathered and talked together, discussing various topics they could find.

The aura of tension they created during the meeting seemed never to be replaced by a bright smile full of pride bringing the name of their country and kingdom under the light of the luxury of the party.

Even so, not infrequently there are also some of them who still carefully analyze the surroundings and devise various plans in taking the next step.

Try to take advantage of the opportunities that are opening up around them.

Unlike at the meeting, where she was next to the Emperor, this time Leana was present accompanied by Forde.

During the big meeting, Leana realizes the unrest in Forde's eyes as he is introduced to the world alone. Without himself.

It was because of this that Leana took action and chose Forde as her companion at the party.

Not long into the hall, they were greeted by Forde's companion, the leader of the Five Pillars. Grand Duke Volfelance, Margrave Santica, Count Vivaldi and Baron Zinesia.

The four invited Forde to join in their conversation with the Pillars of defense from other kingdoms but as usual, they, Forde who was beside him refused to join together with his comrades and this time he became even more stubborn even after Leana persuaded him to turn hearty.

Eclipse who saw this only sighed and encouraged his three colleagues to make room for the Grandall couple.

"I'll take care of them, so enjoy your time together." Eclipse turned nosily to Forde. "Marquis, you'll owe me."

Eclipse left while waving his hands cheerfully, leaving Forde who was staring intently at him, as if he could make a hole in his body.

The gaze made some people around them step aside and for those who know the nature of Forde can only look away or assume that they see nothing.

Leana could only reply to his wave with a small laugh. Her one hand tied with Forde patted her gently to calm her husband down.

Leana frowned not understanding her husband's stubbornness in wanting to be next to her and when she asked, the answer she got was "I just don't like leaving you alone in this place."

The answer was successful in making Leana give up. Giving an unwritten victory to Forde.

While walking combing the hall room, he noticed every important guest in his viewing area.

On their way, several guests came approaching the two. Foreign clothes that had never been encountered in the Solfilyan Empire. They are guests of the delegation.

"Good night, Marquis Grandall, Marchioness Grandall. Can you take the time to talk to me?"

State delegation Njurgan or if observed carefully, he remembered the similarity of their clothes with the country 'India' in the modern world.

With a reflex, Leana glanced around. The eyes that previously continued to follow his movements are now increasing.

Their eyes are like they are stalking a victim to be caught. But none of them dared to take the first step.

They seem to be waiting for the right time, like what is happening right now.

One of the delegates has taken an early start, now the others will certainly start their steps also from behind.

Leana who began to prepare herself to face them slowly tried to release her arms from Forde but stopped because her hands were like sandwiched in the middle of the road she could not pull anymore.

Hm?

Leana turned to Forde, still with a smile on her face, staring in astonishment.

Forde just moved her eyeballs towards her and furrowed her eyebrows slightly as if she did not like what Leana wanted to do.

'Ah... Funny...'

Leana held her mouth which started to make a strange smile as it held back the laughter of seeing Forde's behavior.

He immediately closed his mouth with his hand because the strange smile never disappeared and widened.

Her hands involuntarily clasped tightly onto Forde's clothes and slowly re-justified the position of her hands to re-embrace her husband.

One of the guests who noticed something strange about Leana opened her mouth.

"Is there something, Marchioness?" The royal delegation of Dorgaim asked him.

"No. There's nothing." Quickly answer.

Leana who was aware of Forde's faint expression filled with satisfaction further tightened her grip until wrinkles began to form on Forde's sleeves.

He began to miss the smartphone technology of the modern world because he really wanted to save the current events to be watched again when they returned to the room.

After calming himself down, he elbowed Forde slowly and resumed his conversation with the delegation in front of him.

***

After more than an hour, Leana was finally able to take a breath.

As expected, most of them raised the topic to establish a cooperative relationship with the magic labyrinth guards, be it Telsia or Leana.

But to be honest Leana had no further plans after they finished the labyrinth portal and stopped the great war.

This was because their plan had the goal not only to stop the labyrinth portal but also to stop the activation of the magic labyrinth going forward.

At the time, Leana was not even sure she would still hold a contract with Telsia. Likewise with Telsia who might just move to another world.

Leana glanced at the side of the hall, where the balcony was located.

He thought about resting on the balcony as usual but considering every incident that happened there, Leana also undoes her intentions.

Still thinking of a place to rest, Leana regained her senses as Forde gave her a drink glass.

"Your voice has gone so. Drink."

Leana opened her mouth without saying a word and then nodded as she picked up the glass that her husband was serving.

When the water soaked his throat, he was now fully aware that he was thirsty for having spoken non-stop for so long.

Still with a glass attached to his lips, his eyes again combed the surrounding state.

He could see the chief of the defense forces like the Five Pillars belonging to the kingdom of Dolgefhan.

On the other hand, he also saw the figure of a magic tower guard who was gathering with his members, enjoying the dishes served.

His eyes also occasionally met those who were watching him from a distance. He immediately averted his eyes and re-recognized whoever the guest figure that passed his gaze.

He even saw the saintess coming to their place.

'Oh, fuck.'

Despite knowing that Saintess was not his enemy, he currently did not have enough strength to deal with her due to her dry throat.

Leana prepared herself.

A sun-smile was presented before him. In his heart, he tried to dispel the shining light with futile effort.

She glanced at her husband for a moment and thought, 'No, Forde is much more dazzling.'

The word 'My husband the best' flashed through his mind.

Umn, knowing this, Leana also realized the desire that was telling her to run away from the room. It looks like he's exhausted.

Starting an absurd comparison within his brain and slowly forgetting the figure of Saintess who was waiting for his reply.

"Marchioness?"

Forde replaced Leana.

"Sorry, Saintess, but my wife is tired after talking to the guests for too long. If you're interested, what if your conversation is held at a later time?"

Leana immediately flinched when she heard Forde's statement.

As usual, her husband was very outspoken and did not care about anything other than his wife.

He himself began to panic a little when he realized that he was deep in thought when Saintess greeted him kindly.

He timidly glanced a little at the Saintess followers and his conjecture was extremely on target. Leana could clearly see the veins coming out on the priest's forehead.

Saintes put a hand on Leana's cheek and she flinched at it.

"Hmm, that's right. Don't you look a little pale, Marchioness?"

Saintes' thumb stroked his face gently. Leana subconsciously held her breath.

He tried his hardest to cover his tension

"No-No, I don't..."

Unfortunately the sound coming out of his mouth sounded broken and rough to make Forde who was beside him again frown.

Leana clenched her mouth tightly and planned not to open it again. He surrendered to whatever would happen next to him.

To be honest, he was embarrassed by his attempts to cover up his shortcomings back to him like a boomerang.

He began to condemn his self-distrust which continued to make him think excessively. At the same time, he felt that thinking further was what should be done to deal with what was in front of him.

Saintess now moved her hand to Leana's neck and a warm light shot out from her fingertips.

A small cry from his followers he could hear from behind but Saintess only continued what she was doing.

Amidst her healing, Saintess who felt something grabbed Leana's waist and did the same as she did to her neck.

Leana was a little surprised because the area Saintess was healing was where her injuries were.

Slowly the strange feeling that continued to be in the area disappeared. His body seemed to be light until he thought he could do the impossible though

Saintess withdrew her hand as the light dimmed. Leave only gentle warmth in the area of his neck and waist.

"How are you feeling?"

Leana moved her body slightly to be sure and she widened her eyes to Saintess.

He feels better. Much better even than before he entered this party hall.

"Thank you Saintess."

Forde slightly bowed and Saintess only replied to him with a smile.

"I am not a Saintess in the field of healing, but my holy power is enough to restore your vitality."

Saintess looked back at him for a moment before finally turning away.

"I look forward to our conversation later, Mrs Leana."

"I am also grateful and I will also look forward to our next meeting."

Leana almost stuttered as she felt the pressure from the Saintess's gaze become sharper but not for long.

He had prepared himself for the potential of the enemy but he had never thought of making an enemy. Although it seemed unconsciously he had already made it.

Sighing in relief, he turned around to find a place to rest but for the umpteenth time, came to a halt.

"It seems you are already good friends with Saintess" said Eclipse casually walking closer to the two.

Leana could hear Forde growling slowly.

"Why are you here? Were you not with the Pillar of Defense of the Simuin kingdom?"

Because of their rank, Forde used Formality. But Eclipse who clung to the principle of 'his partner' was just being friendly as usual.

Eclipse snapped his finger at Forde and Leana immediately recalled the show quiz on one of the television stations.

"really so. As always, you are very thorough."

"Grand Duke, please just answer the question."

Eclipse snorted and turned the wine plan that was in his hand. It turned to Leana.

"What's wrong with wanting to meet a colleague, isn't it, Mrs Leana?"

Leana gave him a look of annoyance.

Eclipse again gave a funny grunt then gave his wine glass to the passing waiter.

The servant was none other than the undercover Illiam.

Recalling, the current vigil was the turn of the shadow of Volfelance. But Leana believes Adde must have sent one or her shadow of Alphelia on orders from Forde.

Ever since her husband learned of the existence of the shadow, he did not hesitate to use it effectively. Although the need is more focused on the safety of his wife.

Really, Leana gets the perfect husband who can do anything.

Eclipse also answered Forde's questions.

"I may be an information specialist, but I don't really like to form conversations that are just a waste of time."

Leana turned towards the sight Eclipse was in.

Some of the people who fell in his sight were some who had talked to him about forming a relationship with the magic labyrinth guards.

While some of them are those who try to take advantage of the opportunity for their benefit. Of course, in a bad context.

"Unfortunately I have to keep an eye on them because of the contra will of the magic labyrinth guard's relationship with the Solfilyan empire. So they don't act outside the safe line."

In other words, Eclipse was currently working overtime.

Eclipse gave a long piece of paper with a floral emblem along the length of the paper to Forde. The paper was the emblem of an exclusive room located in the imperial palace.

"rest. There's not gonna be anyone bothering you both."

Waving his hand again, Eclipse's figure disappeared behind the crowd.

Both of them were silent for a moment. Back to the sound of the party.

With Leana never moving, Forde took the initiative.

"If you're too tired to walk, I'll carry you-"

"No, thank you! Let's get to the break room!"

Leana cuts Forde off before her husband can act even though he will reject her offer.

After all, he would not be able to resist the embarrassment of people's gazes if indeed Leana was carried in the middle of the party.

Leana lamented her opportunity to dig into more information, but at the moment she was too tired to keep her mind working properly.