Bab 26: chapter 25

It was a stroke of luck.

After completing her duties guarding the brick house, Michele received an invitation from Eileen.

Eileen had invited the knights to her home to treat them to a sumptuous dinner, with one notable absence: their superior, Cesare.

While the knights of the Grand Duke swore unwavering loyalty to their master, they occasionally yearned for some relaxation and enjoyment.

Diego conceived an intricate plan:

 'Only the Grand Duke's knights gather at the future Grand Duchess's house for dinner, excluding the Grand Duke and his future wife.' 

He felt it was time to reconnect with his comrades.

"Eileen sent an invitation?"

When the invitation was presented to him, Senon reacted with enthusiasm. So much so that he inadvertently crumpled the corner of the report he was meant to submit to Cesare.