The Silver Saint and the Five Oaths?
It was popular when you were a child, wasn't it, Grandma Maika?
It's getting popular again now that the remake is out.
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Maika! What was the name of that game
that Hideki and the others said they won the tour for again?
The Silver Saint and the Five Oaths...
It's super fancy and even includes unreleased images from the original game!
See?
Huh?
Cecilia Leginbarth
Luciana Rudleberg
The Silver Saint and the Five Oaths
First Public Unveiling!!!!!
Initial Design Proposal
The heroine?
Why is she in a maid outfit?
Wow, you recognized her even though her color scheme and clothes are different!
Apparently, it was an early rejected design that was recently rediscovered.
Is that so?
Huh? What?
Where is this place?
Why do I have the body of a child?
That's right. I wonder if she got drawn into this mess too.
My precious...
Why?
Why can't I remember my precious granddaughter's name?
My memories from adulthood are starting to get hazy.
Rather, the memories that do seem clear are from...
my childhood.
I really don't understand what's going on.
Mom, Brother, Sister Anna...
Who's there?
It's dangerous here.
Are you going to help me?
We're here.
Um, thank...
Huh?
Is something troubling you?
Heroine? Saint? No, I'm an All-Works Maid (And Proud of It)!
Episode
A New Encounter at the Royal Academy
Luciana, did you forget anything?
Nothing to worry about, Mother!
Remind me who forgot her own certificate of admission to the entrance ceremony?
Melody!
I don't think it's right for a maid to go tattling to her lady's mother.
It is my duty as a maid to provide
daily reports to Her Ladyship.
I apologize, my lady.
Why are you acting so proud of that?!
Luciana...
Once you move into the student dorm,
make certain you use everything it has to offer to the fullest!
Translation: Make sure you get your money's worth out of the dorm fees!
To an impoverished noble, it was a painful expense indeed.
O-Okay? I understand, Father.
Make use of it all, from end to end and corner to corner!
In the end, we weren't able to find a new servant after all.
Indeed. I was hoping for at least one, but...
Melody's arranged things for the time being, but...
All right, then, I'm off! Father. Mother.
I'm counting on you to look after the house, Serena!
Understood, Lady Luciana.
Please take care and have a safe journey.
She really doesn't look like a doll at all.
You're too kind.
The new maid was, indeed, a "doll" created by Melody.
It all began with the doll she received from Anna the other day.
If we can't get a new servant, then why don't we have this little one work for us?
And so, that small doll gained a personality
of its own through Melody's maid magic.
But... I certainly couldn't have made it without that thing.
A fragment of a silver pedestal found deep within the forest, which she stole—
or, rather, borrowed—and used as the core for the doll.
Thus, Serena was created.
However, there was one thing Melody wasn't expecting...
Mo...ther?
I wonder why Serena looks just like Mother...
Look, Melody!
I turned the ring you gave me into a pendant.
This way, I can hide it under my uniform and walk around with it.
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My lady!
Then I shall cast Artificiale Sensitivo on it as well.
That's the spell that lets me sense hostility, right?
Yes.
No, I think I'll pass on that.
But why?
Building genuine connections at the academy is also part of my studies.
I need to develop a keen eye for people, too.
That is a most wonderful way of thinking!
However, I won't be lifting the protective spell I placed on your clothes, okay?
I'm counting on you for that one.
And one more thing...
Well...
At the academy, I'd like you to refrain from using magic as much as possible.
Oh, that's also part of your studies, isn't it?
Y-Yeah. Is that okay?
Yes, most certainly!
I'm looking forward to doing my maid duties without magic, too!
There's no telling what would happen if Melody were to use magic at the academy.
It would probably be a total disaster.
Honestly, if I just told her that her magic is a bit too strong,
this wouldn't be an issue, but...
I find it hard to say that to her for some reason.
I wonder why...
The Kingdom of Theolas.
Next to the royal castle, which towers over the center of the capital,
Paltescian Royal Academy for Higher Learning
is the Paltescian Royal Academy for Higher Learning.
It is commonly known as the "Royal Academy."
Commoner Dormitory
Since their lifestyles vary, student dormitories are split by social status.
Lower-Ranking Nobles Dormitory
Higher-Ranking Nobles Dormitory
Luciana's Room
Despite their lack of finances,
the Rudlebergs were still a count's family,
so she was placed in the higher-ranked noble dorms.
It's much bigger than my room at home!
For now, my lady, please take a rest.
We are of the Invidia household. We have the room next door.
A pleasure to meet you.
I am Luna, the eldest daughter of the House of Count Invidia.
Pleased to make your acquaintance.
Lady Mode
I am Luciana Rudleberg.
Pleased to make your acquaintance, Lady Invidia.
Thank you for accepting my sudden request to meet you, Lady Rudleberg.
I was very nervous, so I am truly delighted that you approached me.
And please call me Luciana, Lady Invidia.
Lady Rud... Luciana, please call me Luna as well.
Lady Luna, I'm relieved to have such a kind person as my neighbor.
The feeling is mutual.
I was so nervous!
I will say, as your governess, you have done a wonderful job.
Female Tutor
You think so? I'm glad.
But will I have to keep speaking formally the whole time?
Honestly, it might be more brutal than studying.
I'm certain you'll be able to open up more as you go through your school life.
Will I?
It would be nice if I could.
Let us look forward to school life.
Yeah!
The perpetrator who attacked the crown prince at the ball
still has not been found.
Even if we had to ignore the crown prince's orders,
we should have locked him up in prison.
But the guards were supposed to be watching him!
It's your daughter's fault
How did they all fall asleep without realizing it?
And here I thought the ball this year was quite interesting, as well.
Just when I thought the crown prince and his partner,
Anna-Marie, would be the stars of the ball,
Lady Luciana from the "impoverished noble" House of Rudleberg
took the spotlight by shielding the crown prince,
drawing more attention to her.
Even the Lord Chancellor
was praising Lady Luciana, calling her the "Hero Princess."
Could it be... he's trying to lay groundwork for...
I must be overthinking this, no?
Why did seeing that Cecilia girl bring back memories of Selena?
Her hair color and eye color were different.
My beloved Selena, my dear Selena...
I can't believe you are no longer in this world!
I would love to see Lady Cecilia again...
Not to mention my daughter, who supposedly has silver hair...
Your Lordship, new documents have arrived from the Royal Chancery.
Please leave them there.
Melody...
I wanted to ask you one thing.
Do you intend on living as a maid for the rest of your life?
For example, working as a lady-in-waiting in the royal castle.
If I tell His Lordship about Melody,
she will no longer be able to stay as a maid.
On the other hand, if Melody does remain a maid,
His Lordship will never be able to meet his own daughter.
But if she's a lady-in-waiting...
Hmm...
I've never thought about it.
I made a vow to my late mother
that I would become the world's most wonderful maid.
In order for that to happen, I need to work even harder!
I see...
Forgive me, Your Lordship.
Please give her a little bit more time.
My pencil case isn't in here!
First Day of School
It is the first day of school.
You emptied your bag to check everything again, didn't you?
Oh! Not you too, Melody!
Don't bring up something that happened two months ago.
I'm off!
Have a wonderful day.
Yes, my lady.
Hold my bag, Jeeves.
This sort of thing doesn't exist
I knew this already, but...
There are so many noble children here and not a single servant in sight.
I gotta do my best.
Luciana!
Miss Luciana!
Beatrice! And Milliaria, too!
It's been a while!
It's been such a busy time.
With the sudden attack at the ball and all...
I wasn't even allowed to go outside.
Oh, is that the class chart?
I hope we're in the same class!
That would be nice.
To think that all three of us would end up in different classes.
I'm in Class B.
I'm in Class C.
I wonder if we could have lunch together, at least...
1st Year Class A
Good morn...
Hmm? Huh? What's going on?
Is that the "Fae Princess" from the ball?
No, wasn't it the "Hero Princess"?
Big words for an impoverished noble.
She's from the "Haunted Mansion Rudlebergs," right?
Oh... I see what's going on.
Lady Luciana?
Lady Luna!
I'm so happy that you're sitting next to me, Lady Luciana!
I am, too. I've been nervous all morning.
Oh, I really love her smile.
It's so kind and soothing.
The nervous feeling I had a second ago is starting to melt away.
Once again, I look forward to working with you.
Yup! Lookin' forward to working with ya!
Lady Mode Terminated
She melted away too much.
I'm sorry, I'm sorry!
Um, well... I couldn't help myself, and...
My apologies.
I shall endeavor to watch my words—
No, please feel free to speak casually.
I apologize for laughing.
You were just too adorable, Lady Luciana.
And also...
If it's all right with you... May I speak casually as well?
After all, we'll be seeing each other daily.
I did work hard on being proper yesterday, but...
Is that okay?
Of course! I look forward to it!
Please call me Luciana, okay?
And please call me Luna.
Your Highness. I trust you are well?
Lady Anna-Marie, good morning.
Hello, everyone. I look forward to working with you.
Greetings, everyone.
I see those two are in our class, too.
Come to think of it, aren't you acquainted with Lady Anna-Marie, Luciana?
Huh? How do you know that?
You drew so much attention at the spring ball.
I think everyone saw you socializing with the crown prince's circle.
People were staring that much?!
I'll have to drop out of school from embarrassment!
You're overreacting.
It's all right.
You won't be able to attract that much attention as long as they're here.
I guess that's true...
She's in my class too, huh?
Lady Olivia from the Ducal House of Rincot'dor... Was it?
She was glaring at me that night...
Lord Maxwell was saying it was because I stole her spotlight, but...
Her smile still doesn't reach her eyes.
I am Regus Bauenveil, the homeroom teacher for this class.
Regus Bauenveil
Homeroom Teacher
For the record, His Majesty has granted me the title of viscount.
As long as you are enrolled here,
you will be treated as any other student, regardless of status.
Spare me your tantrums based on any other assumption.
Understood?!
Yes, sir!
He seems like a strict teacher.
Now then, you should have all received your textbooks in advance.
I trust you've studied them in advance as instructed?
We'll have a surprise midterm exam right now to find out!
Meanwhile...
Next is the laundry!
The laundry area is shared, so there must be maids gathered there!
Maybe I can make a hundred maid friends!
Good morning! Pardon...
me...
Wh-Why?!
The drying
The drying areas are i
The drying areas are in each indiv
The drying areas are in each individual's room
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Contrary to my expectations...
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Well, I guess any clothing fine enough
for high-ranking nobles would be washed at home...
I'm so lonely.
But... since it's lunch time, there should be people at the cafeteria.
Maybe this time, I can make a thousand friends.
Servant Cafeteria
Yay! So many people!
I'll ask to share a table, and we'll chat about maid stuff!
May I share this table with you?
My, which family do you serve?
The Rudlebergs!
I'm sorry, but we're saving that seat for someone else.
I'm sorry.
I see. My apologies.
I'm sorry. You can't sit there.
It's all right.
I was saving that seat for a friend.
Makes sense.
Huh? Did I just fail completely?
Oh, this potato salad is delicious.
I'm sorry.
Did I say something to offend them somehow?
May I sit here with you?
Certainly! Wait...
You're the House of Rudleberg's...
The maid from the Invidia household next door!
I'm Sasha Belton. Pleased to make your acquaintance.
I'm Melody Wave.
You seem very different from the other day.
That's how I act in front of guests.
It's wonderful how you can adjust your behavior for different tasks!
She's lovely.
Oh, I'll introduce you.
This man, who just said to you, "I love you, marry me,"
is Blish, my cousin.
I said no such thing!
I'm Blish Belton. I look forward to working with you.
Blish is so cute!
Quit mocking me!
I'm Warren Zeto. Let's get along, dear Melody.
Yes, I look forward to working with you!
Wow, you stayed totally polite in the face of my goofball greeting!
You're not only cute but kind as well!
Warren, cut it out!
Please don't cause a ruckus in the cafeteria!
They get along so well!
Then all three of you are childhood friends?
That's right.
Sorry for being noisy.
No, I'm happy to be with you all.
You see, I've been asking around to share a table,
and I've been turned down every time.
Turned down?
Why?
Oh... Melody, you don't interact with other maids much, do you?
No, I don't.
I think that's why...
Um, so, do you know how your lady, Lady Luciana,
has been referred to as the "Fae Princess" and "Hero Princess" lately?
Yes!
And... You'll have to pardon me for saying this,
but the House of Rudleberg has a rather infamous nickname, doesn't it?
Yes.
When people start singing praises of a lady from that kind of household, well...
Um... Could it be that we're...
not viewed very favorably?
Well... to put it bluntly...
Yes.
H-How can this be?!
Of course, not all of us feel that way.
It doesn't bother my lady.
But those kinds of feelings do end up affecting the maids as well.
I see...
Especially the servants of nobles allied with the House of Duke Rincot'dor.
The House of Duke Rincot'dor?
Their daughter is among the new students enrolled here.
But during the ball, your lady drew more attention than she did.
Even more than the daughter of the highest-ranking ducal family... You see?
Oof...
I see where the resentment comes from.
I'm sure the maids for those houses are feeling bothered about it.
I understand.
I see where I went wrong.
Another part of a maid's duties is to gather information!
To think I had completely forgotten about such an important duty!
Introspection
Thank you so much, Miss Sasha!
You've brought me back to my senses!
I-Is that so?
For now, I'll need to practice moving silently and stealthily
and hone my presence-concealment skills.
Could you perhaps reconsider the direction of your efforts?
Hilarious!
But she's still lovely...
I can't believe he gave us an exam on the first day!
My lady, this is most unladylike.
I can't help it.
I'm so tired!
It's a good thing you had thoroughly prepared in advance.
My lady, you were able to fill in the answers properly, yes?
O-O-Of course!
I'm glad.
Do you feel you'll be able to get along with your classmates?
Yup! Luna from yesterday sits next to me.
We quickly became friends.
My, I became friends with the maids from the Invidia household as well.
We match!
I'm glad. Right now, it seems there's no trouble occurring within the academy.
Oh...
I'll get dinner ready right away.
Thank you.
I still have my worries about school life, but...
it might actually be more fun than I thought.
Work...
Work that even I could do...
There's nothing.
But... if this really is the world of The Silver Saint and the Five Oaths,
the orphanage is about to go through a rough patch soon.
I can't let that happen!
I absolutely have to stop it!
Translation: Yukari Murase-Louden Timing: Edgar Cruz Editing and Typesetting: Gabriella Alabanza Quality Check: Geoff Mazzolini Final Quality Check: Elizabeth Ellis
Episode
A Knight's Reunion and the Wavering Pride of a Maid
Illustration: Eiji Usatsuka