The ceremony for Archlesia Empire's Founding Festival, although there were some troubles, was proceeding smoothly. Megiddo also watched the ceremony quietly, which relieved Lillywood and Magnawell, seeing that she had not caused any additional trouble.
Since it was a ceremony to commemorate the founding of the country, it was like a formal ceremony, and the smooth and refined movements they did without hesitation after repeated practice are highly praised even by Megiddo, garnering considerable praise from everyone.
Amidst all that, Lilia, who was sitting in the VIP seat, had a pained stomach as she thought about what lies ahead, but she wore an expression that seemed to suggest she had overcome a high hurdle.
But right after that, a voice echoed in Lilia's head.
(Can you hear me, Lilia?)
(...Eden-sama?)
Surprised upon hearing a voice resounding directly in her head, she lightly looked around, but she didn't find Eden nearby. Even then, Lilia was also a considerably powerful person, so she wasn't that shaken. She was convinced that a World Creator like Eden would be able to easily do something like this.
(Yes, I am now directly speaking to your mind. You can also respond to me by just thinking about it. Now then, I'll get straight to the point. You have yet to come to my beloved child's stall.)
(M- My apologies! A- As expected though, it would be difficult for me to go there during the ceremony because of my position...)
Lilia paled at Eden's words. Eden is a Creator God who prioritizes Kaito above all else, and she was undoubtedly a dangerous God.
Due to Lilia's position as a VIP, it was difficult for her to go to where Kaito's stall is located before the ceremony, and she did plan to visit later but... it's hard for her to believe that Eden would take into account the circumstances of the inhabitants of this world.
(No, I'm not blaming you.)
Contrary to Lilia's expectations though, Eden didn't seem to be particularly blaming Lilia about this matter.
(I approached you now because, considering the crowded condition of that place, I thought that even after the ceremony, it would be difficult for you to visit. Lilia, I allow you to state your honest opinion. Answer whether or not, taking into consideration your own circumstances, if it would be difficult for you to visit my beloved child's stall. I assure you that you will not be punished on this matter.)
(Ah, yes. Ummm, i- it is true that after this ceremony, I have to attend a party at the castle, so I can't say I have much time to spare. I'm sure Her Majesty Chris is aware of the situation and will allow me to leave in the middle of the ceremony, but I've drawn a lot of attention to myself because of War King-sama's earlier action...)
Lilia's initial assumption was that she would temporarily leave the party and head for Kaito's stall after receiving permission from Chris, who she had told about her situation in advance.
At that time, Lilia assumed that even when she's somewhat famous, she isn't that high-profile, and since attention should be focused on the Supreme Gods and the Six Kings, she thought it wouldn't be so difficult to get out of the party.
However, the spotlight fell on Lilia's head because of that incident with Megiddo. Considering that it may be difficult to approach the Supreme Gods or the Six Kings, even if she's from another country, Lilia is also a noble just like them, making it easier for them to initiate a conversation with her as a noble of Archlesia Empire. That being the case, it was almost certain that many nobles would gather around Lilia at that party.
It is certainly difficult to get out of the party... but even so, almost all the nobles know about Eden's terror, so she thought it was possible to get out of the party by explaining the situation. However, even in that case, it was still going to take her more time than her original plan.
(I see, can I take it as it being possible, but it would take you some time?)
(Y- Yes, that is indeed the case. This Founding Festival is very crowded, and due to the large-scale Teleportation Inhibition Barrier in place, it is not possible to use Teleportation Magic to move around, and since I'm not very proficient in Teleportation Magic, disregarding the Inhibition Barrier, attempting teleportation is very difficult for me... so I will inevitably have to move by foot. Well, not really on foot, as I intend to move through air with Recognition Inhibition Magic, so I think it will not be a problem to some extent... but I assume I'd only get there by evening.)
Lilia explained the situation as thoroughly as possible. She isn't sure how much Eden will really understand her situation, but fortunately, she feels like Eden was being relatively considerate this time, so she thought there was a possibility that she would be able to convince Eden if she gave her a detailed account of the situation.
(I understand. I am the one who requested your assistance this time. That being the case, I will help you visit my beloved child's stall.)
(Help?)
(Yes, I will teleport you to my beloved child. In that case, you should be able to visit within a short period of time.)
(That would be great. Indeed, if I can teleport, it will only take me a short time to slip out of here.)
Finding Eden's suggestion a welcome one, Lilia was relieved to know that she could have plenty of time to spare. However, her relief was shattered into pieces immediately afterwards.
(I suppose I'll also have to consider that party. That being the case, to ensure that you won't have to leave the party, "you could just visit my beloved child now".)
(———-Huh? Ahh, ummm, Eden-sama!?)
(Well then, give my regards to my beloved child.)
(Please wait a———-)
As Eden's declaration finally registered in her mind, an expression of despair appeared on Lilia's face, but before she could tell Eden anything, the action was already taken————- and Lilia Albert, "using a mysterious Teleportation Magic that even the Supreme Gods and the Six Kings cannot detect", disappeared from the VIP seat at the ceremony together with her chair.