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For this invitation, Philip simply smiled and pointed to Freya, who was hidden in the corner.
Freya held the second highest status in Green Castle, next to the highest Baron. Even if there were boys who admired her, they dared not approach due to the shadow of the Baron. Knowing that someone was looking for Freya, several girls who had gathered around quickly dispersed.
Freya squinted her eyes as she watched Philip, who had managed to free himself from his entanglements, walk towards her, feeling a slight flutter in her heart.
"I hope I’m not disturbing you, Freya," Philip said with a smile as he gently took one of her hands and kissed it.
"No," Freya replied, pretending to be shy as she withdrew her hand, returning his smile.
"If you don’t mind, shall we take a walk outside together?"
"Sure!"
The quiet corridor was much calmer compared to the bustling hall.
Freya walked quietly behind Philip, listening as he occasionally recounted stories from his past with the Baron.
"It’s me, Sister." Eli's voice came from outside the door.
"Oh, come in!"
Ever since Eli was bailed out by Freya at Baron’s place, she had volunteered to be Freya's personal maid, specifically to take care of her daily needs.
"Is there something you need?" Freya asked.
"Well, Sister, Count Philip has invited you to tonight's castle ball. Here is the invitation." Eli handed over a gilded card she was holding.
"A ball?" Freya exclaimed as she took the card.
The front of the card displayed the time of the ball and the names of the invitees, while the back featured two crossed roses. When she brought it to her nose, she noticed it even had a faint scent of perfume.
A ball at this time? Freya furrowed her brow, unsure of Philip's intentions, and tucked the card into her waist.
"By the way, Sister, Count Philip also asked me to pass a message to you. He wants to introduce you to an acquaintance at the ball," Eli continued.
"..." Freya's expression slightly stiffened as a sudden thought crossed her mind, and her previously muddled brain became clear in an instant.
She touched the gilded card at her waist, ignored Eli standing beside her, and walked straight out towards Baron’s study.
...
That night, in the brightly lit Green Castle Hall.
Beautiful music filled the air. In front of rows of round tables stood a long rectangular table laden with various sumptuous foods and drinks.
The back of the hall was intentionally enclosed to serve as a dance floor, where several people were dancing gracefully to soft music.
Maids dressed in black moved around serving those in need.
In the entire Green Castle hall, aside from the high-ranking officers brought by Philip, most of the attendees were invited guests.
Freya stood quietly in a corner wearing a white gown. Her hair was elegantly styled up like that of any noble young lady. The long dress flowed down to the floor, revealing only her arms; otherwise, it was quite modest compared to other invited young ladies.
At this moment, she held a glass of green drink and quietly sipped it, occasionally glancing around the hall.
It seems that Philip truly intends to use the ball to apologize to the people of Green Castle, as there was nothing particularly special about the event until the middle of the ball.
Philip was quietly conversing with a senior officer near the long table, occasionally flashing a smile. His choice of swordsman attire and his heroic features, illuminated by the dim light, gave him an air of noble composure.
Meanwhile, Baron seemed to have vanished after receiving information from Freya; she knew her father was preparing something in the shadows.
However, she was puzzled by the fact that her brother Eric had gone missing before the ball began, and she had no idea where he had gone.
Just as Freya finished her drink, the melodious music suddenly stopped.
Clap! Clap!
The loud clapping drew everyone's attention as Philip stood on the platform in the hall, satisfied to see the previously chaotic crowd drawn to him.
"First of all, welcome to the ball I have prepared for everyone. Here, I must apologize for your doubts about why I did not send troops to actively attack Saladin. I am here to explain."
His clear voice effectively resonated throughout the hall. Freya frowned from her corner as she watched Philip's apology, speculating on what he would say next. It was likely that he would claim there were reasons for his actions, but those reasons were state secrets that could not be disclosed, asking for everyone's understanding.
"...This is a matter of national importance; I cannot elaborate further. However, I promise that I will drive out the Invader and restore peace to our people!"
Philip bowed deeply, his heroic expression turning serious, instilling a sense of undeniable conviction in those present.
"Indeed..." Freya looked disdainfully at Philip's performance. If she were unaware of the true situation, she might have been convinced by such a display. However, once she learned about his connections with Berta, this seemingly sincere act became laughable in her eyes.
As everyone witnessed his grand apology speech conclude, it was clear that such a sincere display would earn anyone's forgiveness.
Philip straightened up with a slight smile and clapped his hands, and beautiful music filled the air once more.
The noble music of this world resembled that of medieval Europe from her past life; although there were differences in instruments, they were quite similar overall. Among the musicians, Freya even spotted a large black piano that emitted soothing sounds under their performance.
She had practiced for a while at her workplace but eventually gave it up for various reasons.
However, Freya found it puzzling why similar things existed in such different worlds; this question would remain unanswered.
As Philip descended from the platform, the ball gradually transitioned into its dancing segment. The young noblewomen who had consumed some drinks found their partners and stepped onto the dance floor, moving gracefully with the music.
At that moment, several daughters of Green Family relatives surrounded Philip.
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