It was time for the four sisters’ lunch . Lunch wasn’t the standard lunch but an extra meal prepared specifically for them . The four sisters were cheerfully eating when the youngster sauntered over with a smile . He bowed: “Good afternoon, everyone . ”

“Ah, good afternoon . ”

If n.o.body else was around, their lazing around in bed wouldn’t make them feel humiliated, but they felt humiliated after the youngster found out about it . After all, it was a shameful habit for Princesses of the imperial family . Further, they didn’t want to see them in their sloppy shape when they always maintained elegant appearances and mannerisms . The youngster didn’t mind them lazing around in bed, nonetheless . As a matter of fact, he didn’t mention it .

Ying and Tanya also expressed the sisters were tired, allowing them to rest as they pleased for the day . The boredom on the s.h.i.+p and the rocking in the horse carriage was tiring for adults, let alone four kids .

Tanya and Ying delegated work . Tanya was in charge of investigating the status quo, while Ying was in charge of guarding the sisters . Ying didn’t let her guard down despite them being in the imperial palace . She didn’t allow anybody to approach the four Princesses without permission, especially armed guards and strangers . The youngster was somebody they were familiar with; but nonetheless, Ying removed his weapon when he entered the dining hall .

Liu Yue was concerned about what the youngster wanted after everything that transpired .

Vera inquired, “Is something the matter?”

“Oh, yes, I came here to notify you that tomorrow is the imperial palace’s open-house day; hence, there will be lots of people coming to the imperial palace tomorrow . ”

“Open day?” repeated Nona .

Nona, who grew up in the Imperial Palace in the North, had never heard of an open day . Though her father trusted the people and the North settled down, Troy never held an open day in the Imperial Palace . It was out of bounds for commoners . The same applied for Duargana and Hilles City .

“Yes, it’s an event we have here . Every year, we will open the palace grounds for public access . Due to the upcoming coronation, we need to implement extra security measures to ensure everyone’s safety . Therefore, only the flower garden and plaza at the front will be open . The inner sections of the palace will be out of bounds .

“As Miss Vera is with a guest, I have come to invite you in her stead . At noon tomorrow, during the palace open day, there will be a chance for the public to see the monarch, where the monarch will give a speech from the balcony out front . Needless to say, you, too, are very welcome to come to the balcony and give a speech . ”

“Give a speech?!” exclaimed Vera .

Daisy pointed to herself and queried, “D-does everyone have to give a speech?! What I mean is, all four of us have to give a speech?!”

That was nothing short of a nightmare for Daisy and Nona . Actually, it was a nightmare for all four of the sisters . They had never given speeches . It was always their father who gave speeches at festivals every year . They couldn’t imagine giving a speech before so many people . They could negotiate anything but public speaking .

“Do we have the right to refuse? We can negotiate other things, but please do not make me give a publish speech . It’s so embarra.s.sing . It’s impossible . Absolutely impossible! We aren’t the type to do something so embarra.s.sing . Plus, this isn’t our nation . We don’t want to be treated as animals at an exhibition,” subtly objected Liu Yue .

“You can refuse, of course . ”

The youngster’s response allowed the four sisters to breathe a breath of relief . He then said, “After all, this is just a chance for you to perform and show yourself . It’s fine if you don’t want to give a speech . That said, I do hope you can come to the balcony and do something . Can you be by Miss Vera’s side when she gives her speech and introduce yourselves, at the very least?”

The request wasn’t outlandish . It was just a self-introduction; it was much better than giving a speech . Although they weren’t willing to give a speech, seeing all the people below did give them a somewhat proud and honoured feeling . The four sisters, therefore, accepted .

Ying approached the group . She sternly asked the youngster, “Can you ensure the Princesses’ safety? As you yourself said, lots of people will be in the palace this time . Can you ensure the Princesses’ safety?  How will you protect them if something happens under everyone’s watch?”

“Please have faith in us, Miss Ying . Previously, I was alone, but this time, I have my brothers in arms with me . It won’t be just me alone . Our guards in the imperial palace will be responsible for protecting Miss Vera and the four Princesses . Please have faith in us, Miss Ying . We can hold our own weight . There won’t be any issues . ”

Ying didn’t back down: “Forgive me for being blunt, but I only trust my comrades . I’ve never trusted anybody I haven’t met before . Entrusting my client to somebody I don’t know is failing in my duty as a guard . I must protect the Princesses, so I think this imperial palace welcome day is too dangerous for the four Princesses . As such, I refuse to allow the four Princesses to appear before the public . ”

“Ah… No, Sister Ying!! We really want to go see!” Nona whinged before Ying could finish speaking . She ran over and tightly hugged Ying . She implored, “We’ve never experienced this sort of event before . In addition, he doesn’t appear to be a bad person . Please let us go, Sister Ying . We can protect ourselves . We have Liu Yue and Vera . We can protect ourselves . ”

Ying looked at Nona with a dumbstruck look . She resisted the urge to hug Nona . She asked, “Vera, what do you think?”

“Erm… If I may be honest, I’m also a bit curious . I want to take part . You can rest a.s.sured, Miss Ying . I can protect us . After all, I have magic at my disposal . Additionally, Liu Yue can be useful at critical moments . Daisy’s swordplay is also superb . Miss Ying, let us go . We won’t senselessly run about!”

“… All right, in that case…”