The castle always looks so mysterious," she said, awed. "Is it wonderful, living there?""It isn't so mysterious when you're there. I'd rather look at it from the hills. It's just-full of people, at least the servants' parts are, crowded and ordinary. Things should be mysterious, but there's nothing mysterious in the palace.""Should things be mysterious?""There's mystery in the hills and in the wind on the grass. And in the stories you like. Isn't life mysterious?
The character expresses her fascination with the castle's appearance from a distance, feeling awed by its mysterious aura. However, she learns from another character that living in the castle reveals its mundane reality, filled with everyday people, particularly in the servants' quarters. The sense of wonder diminishes when one is inside, contrasting sharply with the beauty and intrigue seen from afar.
The dialogue explores the concept of mystery in life, suggesting that true mystery lies not in grand structures but in nature and personal experiences. The hills, the wind, and meaningful stories provide a richer sense of the unknown, prompting a deeper reflection on what makes life fascinating and whether it should always be shrouded in mystery.