Even after Mr. Lavende lost cleanly to Shard, he was still thrilled. Unfortunately, it was his turn, and he regretfully stood up to leave, but not before solemnly pocketing Shard's business card.
After the card game ended, without the organizer, people were not interested in playing cards anymore. Shard, sitting there, was bewilderingly invited to join a discussion on royal gossip and was forced to give his opinion on the conflict between Prince Mogus Cavendish and Marquis Kalad, the commander of the Third Steam Equipment Division of the Navy, despite knowing nothing about it.
Thankfully, when his number was called, seeing he had an excuse to leave, he stood up quickly, and took the opportunity to hand out his business cards to those around him—it was an excellent chance to drum up business, as those who played Roder cards were wealthy.
