It was already evening when Merlin returned to the manor.
The light pattering of rain still had not stopped completely. Light water drops wafted through the air and it was incomparably chilly. Upon Merlin's return, he found that Count Stanwin was not there. In this period, Count Stanwin was rushing around preparing for Merlin's wedding. Every day he would leave early and return late as if there were things to constantly keep him busy.
"The honorable count has returned."
After a while, a maid reported softly to Merlin. Soon, Count Stanwin came in from outside and looked travel-worn.
