After his meeting with Lord Moey, Wataru let out a breath of relief. Even if he felt he was beginning to earn a bit of trust from the noble, meetings with the upper class were always tense affairs.
A single misstep, and he'd risk more than just dismissal. Here in a foreign—and in fact, entirely different—world, where customs and etiquette differed greatly, the threat of accidentally causing offense loomed over him constantly. Before each encounter, he made sure to consult with Mariel, Eir, and the others on his gifts to ensure they wouldn't come across as insulting or inappropriate.
"Well, it seems he was quite pleased," said Eir.
"I think he was in a rather good mood," Wataru replied with a smile. "Next, we're set to meet Mariel's parents. I'll introduce myself briefly, then leave you to enjoy some family time together."
"Thank you… Thank you so much. I never thought I'd see my parents again after becoming a slave," Mariel said, bowing deeply.
