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“Have you heard the rumor that pink snow is falling in your Somerset estate?”

“Pink eyes?”

“Yes! Those who stopped by Somerset to buy goods were excited, saying that it was the first time they had seen such a spectacle.”

An interesting rumor has been circulating in the empire recently.

There was a rumor that pink snow fell at Somerset Estate, which was previously unknown, but became a tourist attraction that was visited by a steady stream of outsiders after the Somerset Goods shop opened.

“Does that make sense? Somerset is in the south, where there’s no snow, and people don’t even wear coats in the winter.”

“Well, that’s true, but I guess it might be possible since it’s Somerset.”

The other man who had been refuting the man’s words thought for a moment and then nodded in agreement.

All the items that came out of Somerset Workshop were so unique that I thought that if it was there, they might have developed something else.

“Pink snow falling in the south? Let’s go see it.”

“It might be a good idea to visit the Somerset Goods Shop while you’re at it.”

As word of the fantastic pink eyes spread, Somerset suddenly began to see an influx of visitors from outside.

There were people who came to use the goods shop in the past, but recently, goods shops have opened in major cities and territories of the empire in addition to the capital and Somerset Territory, so the number of people has decreased compared to before.

The residents of Somerset were screaming with joy at the increased number of visitors than before.

“What? A month’s worth of reservations are already full.”

“That’s all? Restaurant owner Yans boasted that he earned gold in one day’s sales.”

“From restaurants to general stores, inns, and bars, there was no place that wasn’t crowded with people.”

The outsiders who came to see the pink snow were mostly wealthy people, so they spent money like water on Somerset’s estate.

Because of this, Somerset Estate was enjoying an unexpected boom.

“Do you remember what the master said last time?”

“What do you mean? Oh, you mean the pink snow that you said you’d sow every winter during a set period?”

“Yeah! Then, won’t there be a lot of people flocking here next year too?”

“That’s right. In the Empire, or anywhere on the Continent, there aren’t pink eyes like this, right?”

“Then, if you set up a street stall and sell food and stuff during that time, you’ll probably hit the jackpot.”

This time it was too late to prepare, but the people of Somerset think that if the same thing happens next year, they will make a big profit by doing business with tourists.

It was the beginning of the Summerset Snow Festival, which later attracted people from all over the continent as well as the Empire.

***

“You’re releasing another new fairy tale, that’s really amazing.”

“It’s a little tight, but I have some time since the animation work is almost finished.”

Esteban, who received a new children’s book from Rupert, couldn’t help but be amazed at how quickly it was written.

Rupert was already involved in everything from his position as a professor at the academy to the animation business, the Manapia series, the production of children’s books, and the production of goods.

Although Esteban loved his work and did more than most people, he could never imagine following Rupert’s schedule.

“Rudolph? This time, the main character isn’t a human.”

“Yes, the main character is a deer, and a deer with a red nose.”

Listening to Rupert, Esteban began to slowly read the new fairy tale, Rudolph.

Of course, it would be interesting since it was Rupert’s work, but in order to sell it more effectively, Esteban himself had to understand the work properly.

In the case of , which was released recently, Esteban, after reading the tragic story, decided to implement a sales strategy of not releasing raffles or goods.

‘It was obvious that putting such a commercial advertisement on The Little Match Girl would have the opposite effect.’

Although others sneered at him, saying that he was just lucky to have met Rupert first, in fact, Esteban was the one who understood Rupert’s work as deeply as anyone else.

“This is….”

And after reading the new book , Esteban had a definite feeling.

“How is it?”

“Perfect. I can see why the master rushed the release of this work.”

Rupert smiled at Esteban’s words.

Rupert also believed in Esteban’s abilities more than anyone else.

Even now, as soon as he read the work, Rupert immediately understood why he had been in a hurry, and he was trustworthy.

“Was the pink snow that happened in Somerset Manor also done for this work?”

“No, it’s the opposite.”

In fact, was a fairy tale that I had no intention of making.

I thought it was ambiguous because there is no Christmas in this world and there is no Bishop St. Nicholas, the origin of Santa Claus.

However, Rupert, who had brought out the story of Santa Claus and Rudolph to appease his younger sister Ada, quickly spread among the children of Yeongji and received a good response, suddenly decided to produce it.

‘Even if there is no Children’s Day, there should be at least Christmas for the children.’

Is there anything more pure than waiting for Christmas all year long and hoping that Santa Claus will bring me the gifts I want?

Rupert wanted the children of this world to experience that thrilling experience too.

“Above all, this fairy tale is also excellent in terms of education.”

Esteban seemed to really like the Rudolph storybook.

In fact, was great, but Esteban was concerned that it was too tragic for a children’s fairy tale.

Of course, that’s why it was a meaningful piece, but I also felt that a piece with a lighter and more hopeful tone was needed at this time.

This was a work that 100% matched Esteban’s thoughts.

“Plus, there’s a lot of room to create goods, from Santa Claus to Rudolph.”

“Right? Even Ada was begging for a Santa Claus costume to be made.”

Rupert was equally excited.

Although the Rudolph storybook was not created for commercial purposes, it was safe to say that it was already a set item that the children of the empire would want to receive as a gift from their parents.

‘Because the kids will ask you to buy the items we sell in our Somerset Goods shop.’

It was the same on Earth.

At the end of the year, all toy companies were busy advertising regardless of the medium.

There was even a saying that December’s sales determine the toy industry’s performance for the year.

Rupert thought that it was not a bad thing that there was such a thing in this world too.

If you hold a discount event or something similar during that time, it will be a great memory for both parents and children.

“It would be good if the Somerset Welfare Foundation also made a plan to distribute gifts to children during this time.”

“Yes, we already have some extra donations thanks to the Match Girl, so we can proceed with what you mentioned right away.”

Esteban watched Rupert lay out his plan as if he had prepared it, and he remembered what he had said before.

‘I have to make this winter warm.’

After saying that, I sighed and asked if the work released was “The Little Match Girl,” and if it was about burning people’s hearts to make them feel warm.

Now I could be sure.

The Empire’s winters will be a little warmer in the future than they have been in the past.

***

“Professor, you really work tirelessly.”

Adrian was reading Rupert’s new novels, The Little Match Girl and Rudolph, in the carriage.

Since the last closing ceremony, when was presented, Rupert’s new works have been a great source of inspiration for him, who is still creating new works.

‘Now I am not in doubt, but in conviction.’

Adrian recalls the first time he read Rupert’s work.

At that time, Adrian thought that if he made the right work, he would be able to catch up someday.

However, the more he looked and learned, the more his perspective broadened and he became keenly aware of the high level of Rupert’s work.

“Your Highness, we have arrived at the palace.”

“Thank you for moving.”

While reading the work and feeling the difference once again, Adrian got out of the carriage at the sound of the coachman’s voice announcing their arrival.

“Welcome back!”

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The royal palace of the Kingdom of Sylvania, seen for the first time in a long time.

Although it was smaller than the Imperial Palace, it was Sylvania’s pride and was never lacking in the kingdom’s unique, antique, and delicate style.

Soldiers lined up in front of the main gate of the palace to welcome the return of Prince Adrian.

Adrian met each soldier’s eyes and responded to their welcome.

“Welcome back, Prince.”

“Long time no see, Cartel Prime Minister.”

Sylvania’s Chancellor Kartel came out to personally welcome Adrian upon his arrival.

The two of them had been concerned about the future of Sylvania since long ago and had bonded over their age, so they couldn’t hide their joy at seeing each other again after such a long time.

“But what about your father and older brother?”

“I have left the palace for a while due to my morning schedule. I will be back soon, so would you like a cup of tea before then?”

“Good. I’ve had a lot of tea in the empire, but it doesn’t taste as good as the tea from home.”

Adrian and Kartel move to a separate room for a moment to drink tea brought out by a servant and chat about what happened so far.

At first, they started by asking how they were doing, and then exchanged small talk, and finally they started getting to the main point.

“Your Majesty, what was the empire like that you saw with your own eyes?”

At Cartel’s question, Adrian closed his eyes for a moment and recalled the events of the Empire.

“Your Majesty, I have realized.”

“Huh? What do you mean?”

“If we continue like this, there is no future for our Sylvania.”

And then it was Adrian who blurted out a shocking statement.