It's no simple matter when a noble travels, especially to attend Queen Isabella's birthday banquet. Not only must the territory's affairs be properly arranged, but a suitable entourage must also be organized—not just for safety but to display the grandeur expected of a noble. In short, it’s all about the show.

Of course, the most important thing is preparing a birthday gift for Queen Isabella.

In the past, even if they weren't eligible to attend the banquet, nobles from all over would still need to prepare gifts for the King and Queen Isabella. Simon, though not very prominent in the Iberian Empire, does have some blood relation to Queen Isabella....