Ch. 7: A Prideful Guy (MOON)
Ritz's grandmother's party was an extravagant affair, just as intended.
My suggestions for decorating the hall had been well-received, and we had flooded it with the flowers his grandmother loved so much.
Crown Princess: "My…how lovely."
The people had gathered in a crowd, and the party hall was full of brilliance, similar to a festival.
Soldiers: "Your Highness! Congratulations on your birthday!"
Nobles: "Happy Birthday!"
Many people came to offer their congratulations to Ritz's grandmother, one by one.
Crown Princess: "My, the castle hasn't been this lively since he was here."
The area near her eyes creased as she smiled kindly.
I watched as Ritz smiled, looking even happier than his grandmother as he watched her.
Ritz: "Here, we can do this too!"
Ritz looked proud as he snapped his fingers, and small sparks appeared like fireworks.
OO: "They're beautiful…this is the first time I've thought watching lightning was fun."
As I was absorbed in the magic of the lightning, Ritz's grandmother came closer.
Crown Princess: "This brings back memories…Ritz resembles him. They both enjoyed the same things, and just like now, they were always popular and surrounded by people."
OO: "Your Highness…"
She beamed at me, and I smiled in return.
Then Ritz walked out of the circle of people and came towards us.
Ritz: "Grandma, OO, did you like it!?"
Crown Princess: "Of course we did Ritz."
OO: "Yes! I never knew lightning could be so beautiful. Everyone looks like they're having so much fun… Your magic is really wonderful Ritz."
Ritz: "…!"
I told him my honest reaction, and Ritz's cheeks turned red.
Huh? I wonder what's up.
Then from beside me, Ritz's grandmother gave a refined laugh.
Crown Princess: "Haha…such an honest young lady, knowing how to make Ritz blush. Ritz, I want you to take good care of OO from now on."
Ritz: "…and you gotta take care of yourself too Grandma."
Ritz's reply was brusque, and his grandmother laughed once more.
And so…
The birthday celebration rose in a final crescendo, then came to an end.