Mariko asks Vimar about why everyone's touching Niram's shoes. Vimar explains that it's a Hindu tradition to show respect towards noble or people they love and Niram is taking the king's place today. Mariko remembers the time Niram touch her shoes, "towards the people we love [that was the meaning of his sweet smile]."

  Mariko is sleeping and is awaken by a peacock. She exclaims that she never expects to sleep in a zoo (haha). The servant Vimar tells her that it is rude to say against the royal palace. Mariko is told that Niram is busy all day, and Vimar shows her around the palace. Vimar reminds … Continue reading [Spoiler Alert] [Summary] Madame Petit Chapter 38 →

      Mariko helps ironing the Indian lawyer's shirt. He asks her to take a break, so they go to the terrace. The weather is hot because they are getting closer to India. Since it is April now, Mariko recalls the season in Japan. She remembers that the country is full with sakura, and … Continue reading [Spoiler Alert] [Summary] Madame Petit Chapter 37 →