# Then I should meet the Grand Chamberlain first.

**Quest Group**: 7924045
**Steps**: 20

## Summary

A fine plan. The Grand Chamberlain already trusts you.
If there's anyone he'd let his guard down around...
You are the only one in all of Serendia who can
gather reliable information directly from him now.

## Walkthrough


### Step 1

- **Reward**: Well, I know the real power was his sister, Grace Lauren.
But... Judging by Bobby's demeanor, I doubt we'll get anything interesting out of them.


### Step 2

- **Objective**: Then I should meet the Grand Chamberlain first.

- **Summary**: A fine plan. The Grand Chamberlain already trusts you.
If there's anyone he'd let his guard down around...
You are the only one in all of Serendia who can
gather reliable information directly from him now.


### Step 3

- **Reward**: Taken aback by the title? I did promise you a position for a job well done.
Worry not. The title will soon prove a useful status to wield.


### Step 4

- **Objective**: Not just that, there is another—

- **Summary**: Hold it. Let's sort things out one at a time.
It's better to tackle everything clearly. Right, rookie?


### Step 5

- **Reward**: I'm certain someone I know well within the council is
likely to have connections with Sir Edmond.


### Step 6

- **Objective**: It did seem like something was going on.

- **Summary**: You mean the embezzlement at the Black Crystal Extraction Mill, right?
I knew that wasn't Serendia's fault.
Seeing the look on Sir Edmond's face when you presented that Black Crystal,
it was obvious what he had been up to.
At first, I thought it was Jordine embezzling for his military nest egg...
Well, I suppose they're both guilty of embezzlement in the end.
The important thing is what the Kalis Parliament thinks,
not where the Black Crystals ended up being used.


### Step 7

- **Reward**: In that case, he would probably go to war.
Even if he doesn't desire it, the situation will force his hand.


### Step 8

- **Reward**: Ah... Don't worry about the little Lady.
I've already sent word to Sir Roig.


### Step 9

- **Objective**: Lady Jarette, calm down.

- **Summary**: I will not! This concerns my people! If you were me,
how could you possibly remain calm after hearing such slander?
*Gulp, gulp, gulp* ...Whew.
Do you have any proof? This is all... circumstantial!
I must hear it directly from Sir Jordine himself!
I cannot trust the words of some merchant. I cannot trust—


### Step 10

- **Reward**: You... Ugh....!!


### Step 11

- **Objective**: So, what's your plan?

- **Summary**: Ah, and don't misunderstand.
I want to prevent a war.
I just want to grow the Xian Merchant Guild
by boosting Serendia's economy.
Besides, Calpheon is about to hold an election for chief councilor.
They don't want any ruckus.
My father, a member of the Kalis Parliament,
is a candidate for chief councilor.


### Step 12

- **Reward**: Don't tell me...
You believe all this was done to bolster the strength of the nation?


### Step 13

- **Objective**: Why do you think he's waging war?

- **Summary**: Simply put, the current standing Serendian army is too large
to merely be used for subduing bandits and demihumans.
Despite being burdened with high taxes,
farms across Serendia are stockpiling surplus.
And, Mediahn mercenaries are quietly amassing
while only being appointed to menial tasks.
You've seen it with your own eyes, haven't you? 
Adventurer, you too.


### Step 14

- **Reward**: I'm well aware.
That's why I'm discussing this discretely with you and the adventurer.


### Step 15

- **Objective**: At last, it's here as expected.

- **Summary**: Yes. Grand Chamberlain Jordine Ducas
is planning to wage war against Calpheon.
Do you realize what you're saying?
Serendia is a vassal state. Why would we—
If you're not careful with your words, both Trina Knights and
Delphe Knights will come marching this way!


### Step 16

- **Reward**: What? What are you talking about?
Did I hear you correctly?


### Step 17

- **Objective**: Do you have something to say?

- **Summary**: I hate to show up and spoil the mood,
but it's a rather urgent matter.
What is it? It better not be something trivial.
From tomorrow, this inn will be under strict surveillance.
It's about the war.
The war between Serendia... and Calpheon.


### Step 18

- **Reward**: Ah... that Bobby Lauren. All talk and no action.
*Sighs* I'm in a good mood today. I'll let it slide.


### Step 19

- **Reward**: Come on, don't be shy. Have a drink.
It's honey wine brewed at Alejandro Farm, simply divine!


### Step 20

- **Dialogue**: (Jarette has prepared
plenty of delicious food and fine drinks.)