“What did you just say?” Seon-Hyeok asked again, wondering if he had heard wrong. However, no matter how many times he did, the answer did not change.

“The royal princess asked that you be with her at the victory banquet today.”

“But why me of all people…”

When he asked why someone in such a high position would choose him to accompany her, the servant bearing the message answered with a displeased look.

“Shouldn’t you be grateful for her consideration rather than questioning the motives of the wise princess?”

It was what a person from this world would do in his situation. However, Seon-Hyeok was simply in the capital to reap his rewards, and he had no interest in the actual event that would be taking place. The princess’ request was nothing more than a burden to him.

“Ugh. I understand.”

In the end, he concluded their conversation, understanding that there was nothing to be gained by complaining to a servant loyal to the royal family.

“Ugh. Why is that kid…”

Was it because she was happy with his responses the previous day? Or perhaps she wanted to keep him close to prevent any interaction between him and the nobles? Either way, it felt like a distasteful arrangement for him. Thanks to the princess, it would be impossible to avoid the people’s attention,...