Gather Divine Coins and Gacha! - Chapter 228

 The Princess and Elisha.

The two of them observed Akame and the others for a while, and once they were satisfied, they were released and finally able to get dressed.

Even though it wasn’t necessary, Seria had her hair taken care of because it had been haphazardly wrapped.

As expected from the queen’s attendant.

She efficiently tied up Seria's hair just as instructed by the people on the sidelines.

Again, Seria wasn’t shown a mirror, but she figured it probably wasn’t a weird hairstyle.

“Well then... you usually receive a reward of five gold coins, right? That’s a given, but what would you like as an additional reward? Ask for anything.”

“Huh?”

Well, other people often brought something extra, but... this time, it would benefit both me and Seriana, and I didn't intend to accept anything. I thought I had made that clear...

“There’s nothing hidden. If there’s something you want, just ask. This is the queen of this country we’re talking about. She’ll grant most requests.”

What should I do... I glanced at Seriana, who shrugged her shoulders and said so.

It must be the queen’s improvisation.

“Hmm...”

Why do important people always do things so vaguely? It would be better if they were clearer.

Even though she said most requests, it’s not like anything would be okay... The only thing that came to mind was a quilt like the one the queen used. It would cost a decent amount, but I could probably buy it normally, and it wouldn’t be right to ask for something like that...

“Ah!”

As I was looking around the room for hints, my eyes landed on a painting on the wall. I didn’t know the motif, but this was it!

“I would like a painting or sculpture of Mira!”

Expressing a desire for Mira’s artwork after showcasing “Mira’s Blessing.” That’s stylish, isn’t it?

“...Of Mira?”

The queen tilted her head.

...Did I miss the mark?

“That girl has been collecting works inspired by Mira in the royal capital and Zelcis. They’re mostly by young artists... How about it? Can we get an authentic piece for study?”

Just when I was wondering what to do, Seriana came to my rescue.

“...I see... Understood. There should be some small items in the treasure room. I will choose from them, is that alright?”

The treasure room...?

“Um... you don’t have to go to such lengths...”

This feels like it’s becoming a big deal. Is it too late to change it now?

“There is a royal painter, but if you order from scratch, it will take some time to complete. Unless you plan to stay in the capital, you’ll be returning to Ruttle, right? Even if we hurry, it won’t be finished in one or two months. It also takes procedures to take something from the treasure room, but it will be ready by the time the ceremony ends.”

“Seria, it will also be beneficial for future artists in Ruttle. Just accept her kind offer.”

If Seriana says it’s okay to receive it... then I guess it’s alright?

“Understood. Then, I gratefully accept!”

Saying so, the queen nodded with satisfaction.

...She mentioned small items, but aren’t these stored in the castle’s treasure room...? Is it really okay?

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After dinner, during the chat time before someone from Minea came to pick me up.

Today’s topic was about what happened at the queen’s place, to share with Elena, who wasn’t there during the day.

“Hey, it's a bit late to ask, but was it okay to accept that thing from earlier?”

After returning from the queen’s room, I was busy with Seriana’s errands and hadn’t had a chance to ask.

“You chose it yourself, didn’t you?”

“Well, yeah... It was unexpected...”

I had accomplished the major event of an official meeting, and that was enough for me.

“People usually ask for letters of introduction or mediation rather than goods.”

“I see... If it's royalty, they might help with things that are a bit difficult to manage on your own.”

“Though, such requests are rare. She must have taken a liking to you. You might be able to push your luck a little more.”

“I’ll pass... it makes my stomach hurt.”

I’ve gotten somewhat used to dealing with nobles, but royalty is another matter.