Antelme's request left Laine with no reason to refuse; he needed the power of the Quenalis Champion Knights Brotherhood, and naturally had to take on corresponding responsibilities.
However, he made it clear that Surya would not participate in this military action. Attacking the Black Stone Stronghold posed considerable risks, and his wife, the female knight, was more useful staying on the estate than going on the expedition.
Dinner was a delicious southern Brittania feast, including baked snails, wine chicken, pan-fried goose liver, fish soup, sirloin steak, baked snails, and grilled lobster. With the meticulous cooking of the chef brought by Surya, the food was especially tasty, and the chef carefully added truffles to the dishes, ensuring a joyful experience for both guests and hosts.
In passing, these southern great nobles also took the chance to disdain the northern people's poor culinary skills and monotonous dishes.
