The guard spoke in a detached manner, following his duty.

“His Lordship the Marquis is currently at the royal palace...”

“I already checked. I know he's at home. Now go tell him.”

“Well, that's...”

The guard was flustered.

Marquis Branford wasn't someone you could just show up and meet on a whim. You had to send word in advance, make an appointment, and then wait months for the opportunity to meet him.

Even now, there were dozens of nobles waiting to meet the marquis.

“If you leave your name and reason in the guestbook, someone will get back to you …