The Mikage family and the family of the fiancée have officially entered into an engagement, and a formal meeting between the two houses is being held at the Mikage main residence.

In the spacious drawing room, the heads and family members of both houses are gathered. In the center sits Tsubaki Mikage, who has been raised as the next head, sitting quietly.

Before long, the young lady who is to be her fiancée appears with her parents.

For Tsubaki, this is the first day she has ever laid eyes on her.

A partner to share her future with, decided by their families.

Tsubaki shows no emotion, simply watching her in silence.

Head of the Mikage Family: "Thank you for coming such a long way today."

Guest's Father: "The pleasure is ours. Thank you for inviting us. We are delighted that our two families can finally meet officially like this."

Head of the Mikage Family: "Indeed. As we discussed previously, I hope Tsubaki and your daughter will take their time to get to know one another from now on."

Guest's Mother: "Of course. Our daughter has been looking forward to this day as well."

Head of the Mikage Family: "Tsubaki. This is the young lady who will be your fiancée."

Tsubaki's Mother: "Since you are both still young, there is no need to force yourselves to be close right away. You should start by treating each other like friends."

Guest's Father: "Quite right. While the relationship between our houses is important, above all, I hope the two of them can build a relationship based on mutual respect."

Head of the Mikage Family: "...Well then, once again. You two will be together for a long time. Try to get along."