The Duchess of the Attic

Opal, who had not come to the city of Novoli in a long time, was delighted to reunite with Omar, the administrator of the Duke of McCloud territory.

You can't just step into the territory of the Duke of McCloud, so Omer bothered to come out.

I really wanted to see Lind, the consulate butler, and Debbie, the housekeeper, too, but that unfortunately had to be given up.

"Nevertheless, I'm getting older when the city changes so much."

"Let's not talk about age. More than that, I think it's been the last couple of years since this city has changed so much. Something that hadn't changed so much the last time I came here."

Apparently Omer never set foot in the city of Novoli for eight years.

Opal himself was surprised, even though he answered the words of surprise Omar.

Opal had visited the city of Novoli several times since then, but at that time nothing had changed more.

My escort, Naja, saw the vibrant streets and was quite hazy when she arrived.

"So how was your trip?

"Yeah, thanks. It was so full."

Omer didn't ask deeply, but apparently he realizes that this trip to Opal isn't just a territorial inspection.

Opal was meeting with the owner of a railway company in the city of Novoli after making sure he had no problems with the territory.

The story is not about going out of your way, so Omer and I were thrilled with topics about the latest agricultural machinery, etc.

There's a nostalgic voice there.

"Hi, this is the Duchess of McCloud. Long time no see."

Omer turned tannic with his eyes on the person who appeared, and Opal chuckled after signaling to the escort that he was fine, who had immediately tried to come closer.

"Long time no see, Lubbo. But I'm not the Duchess of McCloud anymore."

"Oh, I think I heard about that, too. So what should I call you now?

- Mrs. Fred's fine.

"Oh, were you remarried?

"Yes, it is."

If you're an informant Lubbo, you know about remarriage, but since you're going to ask me white questions, Opal didn't name Claude's title either.

Having taken Omer's debt to Opal eight years ago, LeBeau remains as elusive as ever.

This reunion is also disguised as a coincidence, but I guess I came all the way to see you.

I didn't think LeBeau used this popular salon from time to time.

They decided that the escort really didn't seem harmful to Opal, and would sit back in a slightly away seat again.

Naja had been silently listening to the conversation with Omar until now, but she made her face shine at Lubbo's appearance.

Apparently, he's excited about Lubbo's spicy style.

"Because of this, may I join you?

"I don't mind."

"Wow, nothing for me either..."

"What is it, Omer? You don't owe me anything anymore, so why don't you be grand?"

"Ha..."

I guess I don't feel comfortable even if I don't owe you one.

Opal was stunned by the meanness of Lubbo, who knew and disturbed him.

Bad for Omer with a burden, but a lot to get in conversation with Lubbo.

And Lebow, who is a legitimate lender of gold, is a casual person, contrary to appearance.

Nevertheless, there must not have been such things as a lady getting close to a loan of gold, and it was dishonorable just to be seen where we were together.

But no one cares if you take your wings off a little in the city of Novoli.

Of course that doesn't matter to Opal, he's just dating someone he wants to.

"I was also talking to Omar, and I was surprised because the streets had changed a lot"

"Oh, that's because the city has boiled down to a bit of a good economy this past year."

"Good economy?"

Speaking to Lubbo, who sat down next to Omer, he returned an unexpected answer.

Especially since there shouldn't have been anything like a better economy in this neighborhood in recent years.

Sure, the Marquis, the great lord of this city of Novoli, owns gold mines in other territories, but that doesn't matter because he has been supplying regular quantities for quite some time.

"Do you know the story of a thief who was crowding the public a while back?

"Yeah. You got caught breaking up, didn't you?

Opal nodded, recalling his parting conversation with Hubert, who had even visited the kingdom of Tysey.

Claude told me after that that that the Marquis, a lord of the neighborhood, was also damaged.

He was attacked several times on the way carrying the gold he dug out of the gold mine, and took the gold.

"The thieves, they were scattering in this city."

"Oh, that's a disgusting distribution."

"That's right. They've killed a lot of people. Nevertheless, gold is gold. At the time, everyone only thought about regular customers with good wings. They were dressed as gentlemen when they came to the city, and no one thought they were thieves. They lost a lot in gambling. For that matter, other customers won and moistened, as did the store. So my business is going up. The one who owes you money is gone."

At the end of the day, listening to Rubo, who became a fool, Opal remembered Claude's worries.

When he arrived, Claude drove me halfway because the thief was leaving.

They're not like the thieves Lebow says, but that's the problem.

"You've made this country pretty insecure in the past year."

"Times are changing rapidly. Everyone is desperate. But those who can't keep up with change can only sleep on the streets or attack on the streets."

"Much more extreme."

When Opal groaned with a sigh, Omer replied to excuse him.

But for Opal, crime is a crime.

There are many people in the world who try to live right, no matter how painful, and crime is no excuse.

Still, I couldn't help but hit Omer with anger, so I just spit out one word.

Then Rubo continues to shelter Omar.

"No, Omer's right. I'm sorry to say this, but Madame is a strong man and a winner. I've gotten gold and status since I was born. Now that I'm grown up, I'm getting even more money and status."

"When you say that, I won't be able to say anything. Something that won't even make you angry with criminals."

"No, no, of course the lady can be angry. Emotions are free."

"But you want me to be careful what I say and do?

'Cause it's been noted.'

"Yes, but I will use my position and wealth to live freely. It's my life. The world has nothing to do with it. Hypocrisy or whatever, but I'm going to help someone who's facing misery."

Rubo laughed out loud as Opal answered with his chest stretched.

Everyone pays attention to that laugh.

"Looks like you're in the spotlight."

I laughed at Opal's words deliberately blaming Lubo, even Omar, who had done so at first.

Apparently Omer was sorry for the chilling conversation that started with his remarks.

They were angry with Lubbo. Naja is laughing, too.

But Lubbo stayed seated, but bowed his head deeply toward Opal.

The surroundings wander deliberately as soon as possible.

"Lubbo?"

"I hated nobility. But you're not. You deserve respect."

- Thank you.

Surprised by the sudden words of Lubbo, Opal answered calmly.

Reubeau smiles in his usual mood when he looks up.

"It must be annoying for you, but I've been paying attention to something these past few years. And we enjoyed it a lot."

"Well, I'm scared"

As Opal deliberately let him tremble, Lubbo raised his voice again and laughed.

"I have no father. My mother struggled to raise me by herself. So you may not need such a nasty raw friendship for your wife, but if anything happens, call me. You can always help me." "I can't believe you're nasty. That's very comforting. Thanks, Lubbo."

"I can help a lot, too!

"Wow, I can help too!

Opal was happy to answer Lubbo's thankful offer.

Then even Naja and Omer, who have been silent until now, continue.

"Thank you, Naja, Omer. I'm happy to have so many reliable allies."

The words were heartfelt, even though I answered with a smile.

The people in the city who don't usually interfere with others also care who that woman is that makes Lebow say so much.

Without worrying about that gaze, the Opals enjoyed their afternoon.