The next day, the 24th, was the spring garden party.
For the first time in a long time, Jin tries on the formal attire of the <>.
"Well, it's ...... good, but on the contrary, it stands out."
The chic attire is what Jin likes, but he feels that he will stand out from the others who are all dressed up.
"......Would you like to wear a normal formal dress?"
I nodded my head.
"Yes, I will. ......
"Yeah, okay."
There are many Shoro style clothes in Reuthert's mansion. From among them, Elsa picked out a rather modest set that suited Jin's taste.
"How do you like it?"
"Oh, I like this one. Thank you, Elsa.
"Yes."
Having decided what to wear, Jin asked what Elsa was wearing.
"You made them, didn't you?"
"No, it's a waste, I'll wear this."
Elsa pulled out a white and light purple dress from her closet and showed it to Jin.
"It sure looks good on you, but didn't you make it ......?"
"Yes."
"I made one for Goh, Rubina, and Merce."
"I have a lot of them."
"Is that how it is?"
"Hmm. Many noblemen make a new dress for every party, but that means they make a dress they'll only wear once. That's a pity for the dress.
"But doesn't that have the effect of stimulating the economy?"
"If we're going to spend money, we should spend it in a more useful way."
"I see."
As usual, Erza seemed to have a solid economic outlook, Jin thought with a smile.
"Besides, even a dress you've worn once can become something else if you put it together.
"That's true."
"For example, ......
Just by swapping the skirt, you can change the look of the dress.
Even a different neckline can make an outfit look completely different.
Shawls, gloves, and other accessories can also make a difference.
If the pannier worn underneath has a different shape, the skirt will look different.
I see. ......"
Jin is impressed by the brief explanation from Elsa.
* * * *
"I think Goh and the others are doing their final checks on their clothes, so take a look at them.
"Okay, okay."
The clothes they ordered were delivered two days ago, and they are doing a final check before the garden party.
Two days ago, Jin was preparing for Bertsch's birthday celebration at Hourai Island, so he hadn't seen it yet.
Jin and Erza went to the hall.
"Ah, Jin-sama..."
"Oh, Goh. ...... Oh, you look great!
"Thank you very much."
He was wearing a white coat with black, navy blue, and silver accents, and modern pants (pants are not called pants in the Shoro Kingdom, but pants in the Egelea Kingdom). In the Kingdom of Egelea, pants means underwear).
The gilets (vests) are dark red. It is intentionally made of a different fabric and color from the coat.
"We are also supposed to put a white flower on the breast pocket on the day of the wedding.
Elsa told me.
By the way, women are supposed to wear pink flowers.
"Parents are not allowed to wear them, so be careful."
"Okay."
Then Rubina and Merce arrived.
"Ah, Mr. Jin, welcome back."
"Jin-sama, how ...... do you look, is this ...... this dress?"
Merce is wearing a light blue dress and Rubina is wearing a pink dress.
They both have what is called a < design, with a fluffy skirt.
They are accented with ribbons at the waist and lace at the hem.
Their accessories are also girlish and glamorous.
Meltze is a pearl necklace and earrings.
Rubina has a blue topaz pendant and hairpiece.
"You both look great. You look different."
"Hmm. Go to ...... and try on the curtesy.
Yes.
Yes!
The two perform a beautiful carte blanche, unperturbed by Erza's unexpected instruction.
Yes, you passed.
Thank you very much.
"Thank you very much!"
The two are all smiles.
"But the real test is tomorrow."
"Yes, of course."
Then Daikie and Cocona arrive.
"Oh, you three look great together.
Jin-sama and Erza-sama look great together.
"Thank you. Daikie and Cocona look great too.
"Thank you very much.
In the end, Daikie and Cocona will be the guardians of Goh and Merce, and Jin will be the guardian of Rubina.
And Erza will attend as Jin's wife.
In addition,
Reiko, come here.
Yes, Father.
Reiko will accompany Jin as an honorary squire.
"Oh, Reiko, you're so cute!"
Meltze shouted when she saw Reiko.
Reiko was now wearing a one-piece dress in navy blue instead of the usual maid's uniform.
It looked a little like a chambermaid's uniform, but there was no apron. Instead, white lace was decorated on the front of the navy blue one-piece dress.
The length of the skirt was just ankle-length for a valet.
Her shoes are also low heeled.
On her head, instead of the usual ribbon, she wore a simple silver tiara.
"As far as I'm concerned, I'd prefer to wear my usual attire..."
"Don't say that. It's refreshing to see Reiko dressed like that once in a while."
"If your father says so. ......"
Daikie and Cocona are dressed in calm clothes, as if they were older.
They did not wear any unnecessary accessories, but the gold and silver threads sewn on their clothes gave them a subdued and luxurious look.
"Rubina, will you be a good girl tomorrow?"
"I know, Grandma."
Rubina smiles at Amanda's worried words.
The sky is set at sunset, and it looks like the next day's garden party will be blessed with fine weather.