69 – Wolf Cub Tree (1)
Wolves cannot be tamed. A domesticated wolf is not a wolf. Since the devil is wearing a wolf skin, he should be killed and burned.
– A saying passed down among the farmers of the Empire
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Two days have passed since we left Emmaus.
Although the head of the Emmaus Security Bureau could not assign a coachman, he used his small influence and his own money to assign a good horse.
They were young, but injured warhorses who could not play on the front lines. The road was clear, he was smart and quick-witted. Maburo carefully followed Cain’s inexperienced orders, even though he was like a beginner.
The only problem was that, perhaps because they had just been discharged from the military, their discipline was lacking. Is it because it reminds me of the days when I rode through the wasteland as if it were my own with a rider on my back? Once I gained momentum, I tried to pour out all my strength at once.
It might not be possible if there was only one person riding on the back, but now it is pulling a mail carriage. And if the horse runs at full speed in a place where the road conditions are not very good, both cargo and people will be in trouble.
Because of that, Cain used a different tactic. If the horses seemed to be a little more excited, they would stop the carriage and let them drink water or graze.
The slow journey was not only for the horse, but it was also for the sake of all three people who were hurt. Cain was the most injured, but Lily and Maria were also not in perfect condition. There were no serious injuries such as broken bones, but there were bruises here and there, slightly stretched ligaments, muscle pain, and severe abrasions.
But Cain knew that the best thing was to rest in a stable place.
The carriage shakes up and down according to the shape of the road, and the vibration is transmitted through the car body, which has hard wheels and no shock absorbing devices.
For that reason, Cain decided to go to Grunbruck, even if it meant going a little too far.
It means a city built around a bridge over the Grun River, and is a beautiful city boasting a wonderful scenery of lakes, mountains, and rivers.
So, it is natural that the Imperial Southern Academy in Grunbruck is strong in art, art, and literature.
This is also the place where Professor Osland, a professor of literary arts who is an expert researcher on the Seven Heroes and has published several works based on them, gives lectures.
Finally, in Grunbruck there is a branch of the Security Bureau as well as a contact with the Guard Bureau. After Cain submitted his report to Anna there, he planned to secure an appointment for a meeting with Professor Osland.
“So, I think we’ll have to force a carriage march for at least three or four days. It may be a difficult road, but… “
Cain trailed off, feeling sorry, but both Maria and Lily agreed with what he said.
If you’re going to rest, it’s better to rest in a stable and comfortable place, but spending a day here and a day there is uncomfortable.
The horses were full of energy, but it was the people who were tired. The three people took turns sitting in the coach seat. Maria was nervous because she had no experience driving horses, but after seeing the way Cain and Lily handled the horses, she was able to imitate them without difficulty.
None of the three complained. Actually, I didn’t have the spirit to complain. What happened at Emmaus came as a shock and pain to everyone.
Maria did not like that situation. The argument was that all three worked hard and saved people, so they should be proud. That’s why she actively praised Lily.
“This young lady is amazing. Holding a torch in one hand and her halberd in the other, she rode down Emmaus without even holding the reins. “It was normal for her to cut down monsters like they were butter, and she even waved a torch and screamed at us to get to the exit.”
Then, Lily told them about how Mary burned the monsters with holy fire to inspire courage, and how she scolded the distraught Knights of the Holy Grail so that they evacuated the citizens of Emmaus with the imperial army.
Cain quietly listened to the two women. She needed the testimony of two women to write a report for Anna. Although Cain himself was close to the scene, he did not know the situation of the city as a whole.
“Thanks to you.”
Lily and Maria comforted Cain whenever they could. Although his name may not be included in the history books, he still did something heroic.
Like the other words, it was also true. If Cain had not escaped from the shadow of fear and played the flute to wake the people, the casualties at Emmaus would have been greater.
“Because He overcame fear and awakened the people, many people in Emmaus were able to survive.”
Cain wrote that down too.
The report must be objective and clear. Even if she did it herself. In that sense, Cain wrote down what he had done, and what Maria and Lily had done, as objectively and distantly as possible.
If there is something wrong with her, there is nothing to worry about. The commander of the army in the southwestern part of the empire, the Holy Grail Knights, and the White Blood Knights will also submit their own reports. Of course, Anna will obtain those reports without difficulty and make a comprehensive judgment.
Therefore, Cain was not concerned that his report might have been exaggerated or contained bragging.
Anyway, what happened in that city was extremely confusing. It is natural for errors to be included. All that matters is that she calmly writes down what she sees.
However, Caine found it difficult to accept that she was a hero.
Cain He did not omit what he had done in his report. However, whenever he heard that he was a hero, skepticism reared its head in Cain’s mind.
All that comes to mind is dodging, rolling, slashing, playing her flute, Arianne dying in front of her eyes, and the knight in the scabbard.
Like a fallen stone blocking a stream, Cain’s thoughts continued to revolve around Arianne and the knight in the scabbard, even as he wandered elsewhere.
Now, even as he drives the carriage on a moonlit night, Cain is thinking about the knight in the scabbard.
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Because it had rained lightly, the road next to the stream was wet. The horses walked leisurely, as if they didn’t like being splashed with muddy water, and Cain did not urge them.
The carriage door opened quietly. I could also hear Maria snoring loudly through the open door. After waiting for a moment, with the sound of the door closing, Lily moved to the seat next to the carriage.
“Did you wake up to the sound of snoring?”
“No. “I couldn’t sleep.”
Lily was dressed in skin-tight leather clothes. Her only weapon is a dagger strapped to her waist.
“The hardship will be over tomorrow. I think I’ll arrive around lunch. Then you can rest a little more comfortably.”
“Thank you for your hard work.”
“No. What did I… “Cain spoke humbly, but Lily didn’t seem to like what he said. She shook her head, gently wrapping her left hand around Cain’s thigh.
“Why do you keep saying that?”
That’s not it, Cain tried to say, but then she decided there was no need to worry Lily. So she just smiled. But Lily seemed determined.
“Is there something that bothers you?”
“A lot of different thoughts come to mind. “I guess it’s similar to the reason you can’t sleep.”
Lily came close to Cain. Her buttocks were barely touching.
“Do you know why I can’t sleep?”
“Maria’s snoring was loud, the carriage was shaking up and down so much that it was uncomfortable, and she needed to rest properly, but couldn’t, so her muscle pain spread. “Is there anything else?”
Lily shook her head. She tossed her loose hair over her shoulder.
“Her face is full of shadows.”
Cain was speechless at her completely unexpected words. Lily’s eyes, filled with her moonlight, accepted Cain’s gaze like a calm lake. If he just looked at her, he felt like she would get close enough to fall in, so Cain hurriedly turned his gaze forward.
“You can hardly concentrate on a conversation. I know it’s not because you’re tired, but because you’re thinking about something. What are you worried about? “Is this something I shouldn’t know?”
“No. “It’s not like that.”
“Please listen.”
Lily tried to lean her head against Cain’s shoulder. She pulled away in surprise when she remembered that Cain had bruises all over her body, but instead he pressed his body closer to her. She was so close that her breath flowed through my ear. It went so far that I could feel her living, breathing body beyond her thin leather clothes.
“It’s a boring story.”
Cain hesitated.
Lily took the reins from Cain’s hands. It happened so quickly and lightly that Cain couldn’t react.
She tried to bring it back, but it ended with her screaming weakly because of the pain in her limbs, side, and shoulder. Her relaxed body didn’t want to work anymore, so she pressed on Cain.
‘Oh my god. ‘I don’t have much time left to follow old man Bernays.’
That was the absurd thought that came to mind. In order to suppress his laughter, Cain scolded him harshly.
“What are you doing? “Aren’t you going to give it to me?”
“Please listen.”
“I told you it was boring.”
“Please tell me that boring story. “After hearing how boring it is, if you decide you can’t stand it anymore, I’ll give it back to you.”
“… Are you now treated as a storyteller?”
“No.” Lily looked at Cain. The gaze was so explicit that Cain blushed a little.
“Of course I don’t think so. “I just want to know more.”
“Why do I want to know so much?”
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Instead of answering, Lily looked ahead of her. One of her horses seemed to be walking a little too fast, so she reprimanded him with a light tug on the reins. Soon he matched the speed with the other horses. After a while, Lily gave her answer.
“Because I’m lonely.”
This time Cain was at a loss for words.
“Because I like things as much as I want. You don’t have to worry about it. However, sometimes I feel sad. Like now… When you try to carry it alone.
I can see that you are having a hard time, but I feel like there is nothing I can do for you. At times like that, it feels a little lonely, like standing in front of a closed door.”
The flat land appeared again. Lily relaxed her muscles a little more. She could let the horses go on their own from now on.
“It’s a strange thing. Their bodies are so close together. Why can’t the mind be like that? If you still feel uncomfortable having a serious conversation with me. Boring story. A trivial story. Please tell me even if it is a useless story. “Every story is new to me.”
The moon also twinkled as if telling us to speak quickly. Her horses also purr and perk up her ears. Cain didn’t like this atmosphere very much.
“You know that Secret Service agents are prohibited from trying to find out the personal information of other agents.”
Lily shook her head. Her hair flew wildly. Lily, holding the reins in her right hand, suddenly grabbed Cain’s neck with her left hand.
“Bad guy.”
She then pressed her lips together. It was a little stronger and darker than in the sculpture park. Cain tried to push him away, but Lily bent her upper body as if to push him down. Cain kept being pushed away by her painful body and her strength.
“Ha. Ha… “
Finally, Lily parted her lips. Her eyes sparkled with joy and pleasure.
“You… You really… “
“Yes. hehehehe, I broke the rules. But who cares? Weren’t you going to quit? So, if you’re going to punish me, you’ll have to stay longer. Therefore. Under. Phew, either punish me, or… “
“You, your reins…” Town!”
Lily closed her legs and put the halter on. With one hand she pulled her Cain back and with the other she placed her hand on her chest. Because of her injuries, Cain wore only thin clothing over her bandages and a cloak over it. Lily’s hand kept trying to find her way through Cain’s clothes.
“Ha. Phew… Lily parted her lips and pulled Cain’s head to her chest.
“Give me the reins of the horse.”
“Those war horses? There’s nothing to worry about. They are well-trained horses, quick-witted, and most of all, they trust me. And I have no interest in domesticated horses. My only interest is wild horses. “How do I tame a horse that is so close to me but rarely follows me?”
“You’re talking about me now…” “
“So stay long and tame me. If not, are you accustomed to this now? You’re not resisting. Or is it that you can’t do it?”
“I keep crossing the line… “
“Then please punish me quickly.” Lily whispered into Cain’s ear. “Come on. Hurry. Otherwise… “
Cain opened her eyes wide. With her free arms, she gently cupped Lily’s face and slowly pulled her closer. Lily didn’t resist. With his eyes wide open, he kissed her with a smile on his face.
But the next moment,
“Huh?!”
She pulled back in surprise. Cain giggled and laughed.
“Why? “Is this not in the ‘book’ you said you were reading?”
“Well, just now, how did you just…” “How did you do it?”
Lily was so shocked and embarrassed that she could barely come to her senses.
“You keep being picky… Are you getting scolded?”
There was no sound or presence like night falling on the ground. Cain took Lily’s upper lip between her lips. She held it there so it couldn’t move, then gently pressed, tapped, and rolled it with the tip of her tongue. Lily felt her strength drain from her body.
But the next moment, as if she couldn’t push it any further, Lily also lightly bit Cain’s lower lip. Her lips were bitten and bitten. At the tingling sensation of the tip of her tongue touching it, a strange moan rang out from deep inside Lily’s body.
Hiccup.
Her lips fell. The moonlight points to her lips, glistening with her saliva, and smiles.
Hiccup! Hiccup! Lily’s face turned bright red. She was so red that it was visible even under the pale moon. Lily’s body shook. Because she is excited, passionate and embarrassed. There was nothing like this in any of the books I’ve read so far. In all her experiences she had never felt anything like this.
“Do you want to mess around again?”
Cain, who had said something mischievous, was embarrassed. She was hiccuping and shaking, but her eyes were sparkling more dangerously than before. He looked like a hungry wolf.
Dry, hot breath blew out between thinly parted lips. She wouldn’t have known it if she hadn’t been there at all. Rain that couldn’t even wet the rim of a plate couldn’t satisfy her dryness. It only made her hungrier and thirstier.
Hiccuping and shivering through her body, Lily came dangerously close. She unbuttoned her clothes and fiddled with them. She took Cain’s hand and pulled him gently. Cain knew what she was trying to put through the hem of her clothes. She knew that her hands and her arms, which were so clenched that they ached, would not be able to shake off Lily’s longing. What she tried to scold slightly ended up being like letting the wolf smell blood.
“… “Wolf cub!”
Cain muttered incoherently. With a hiccup, Lily let go of her hand.
“… “Did you say wolf cub?”
Lily asked back with eyes that she could not believe. From the look on her face, it seemed like she had been dragged into a surprise party she didn’t want to attend. She had a look in her eyes that made her want to swear if she could.
“… Damn it. Really.”
A lamenting sound was heard from behind. It was Maria. In her surprise, Lily covered her mouth and patted her dress. The door creaked open and Maria let out a grunt as she jumped onto the carriage. Even a cat wouldn’t be able to climb up that easily.
“What’s wrong with the wolf cub? Okay. Let me listen to that boring, boring story. Just try talking like bullsh*t, not like a wolf. “I will tie you to that warhorse.”
“Oh, since when have you been listening!”
“From the moment you open the door and leave.” Maria purred like a well-fed cat.
“Oh my god. The atmosphere was nice. The atmosphere was so good that even the head of a dead double-headed eagle raised its head! But what? Wolf cub? Okay. “Tell me about that proud wolf.”