“...Are you sure about this?”

When I expressed my intention to participate in the Partlan family festival, Benedict looked noticeably taken aback.

It was quite curious. Normally, he would agree to anything his daughter asked, so seeing him react this way was unexpected.

I could guess the reason.

The countless misdeeds Lucy had committed in the social circles in the past.

From Benedict's perspective, how could he welcome this matter, especially since it involved visiting the great Partlan duke’s household—something he couldn't suppress with his status?

As soon as the mention of the festival came up, old memories would surely …