47 – 12. Getting to know (4)
“… .”
not the enemy However, calling it an ally is a bit ambiguous.
There is no point of contact between herself and that man.
If I had to point it out, it would be that they had the same person as their superior.
If that man is all about loyalty.
He was only with his vengeance, that one thing.
Because of this, Adele faced the man without relaxing.
In case of emergency, the sword was also put down nearby.
It won’t be difficult to subdue the man in front of you.
However, he also wanted to avoid dealing with a group of crows.
“Ulfhedin.”
The other person’s voice was grotesquely twisted.
It sounds like a hoarse voice, or it sounds like a crow croaking.
‘Those who aren’t true at all.’
Except for their loyalty to the Emperor, they are all lies.
Gender, age, appearance, voice, everything.
Right now, I can’t tell if that face is a real face or if it’s a mask.
“There are people who are after you.”
“… !”
“There’s at least one faction.”
At those words, Adele slowly looked at the man in front of her eyes.
I would like to hear a little more detailed explanation of the situation.
Who is trying to get behind you.
How far are they trying to reach now?
However, the authors’ mouths do not open more than necessary.
Only when commanded, or when the opponent is the object of allegiance.
Only then can more words be heard from their mouths.
“Don’t worry.”
Did he even read Adele’s thoughts?
The man continued his speech with that awkward metal sound.
“One fell off on its own along the way.”
“… .”
“And the other, according to the nest’s mandate, we took care of.”
Upon hearing this, Adele was relieved and clicked her tongue at the same time.
It was the work of the royal counterintelligence unit, the ‘Jaws’, and no one else.
No matter who tried to get behind it, it wouldn’t have been good after that.
“… .”
I want to ask about the situation, but Adele won’t open her mouth.
Whatever you say, it’s just an empty cry.
They only say what they have to say and do what they are commanded to do.
Instead, as Adele learned from Shien.
In this situation, I came up with what a person should do.
“thank you.”
“… ?”
In an instant, the man’s face twisted grotesquely.
Even if it’s not, it’s a little unnatural because he’s wearing a mask over his face.
It was even more strange when the feeling of embarrassment was added to it.
“… What did you just say?”
No matter how embarrassing he was, he was asking Adele back.
Not the others, but the ‘crow’.
“I said thank you.”
“… .”
“You helped me in any way, so I want to say thank you.”
“… .”
“I was taught to do this. Here.”
For a moment, the jackdaw wanted to ask.
Are you really the first wolf of Wolfheddin we know?
From nob le mt l. co m
More than they did, never less.
Is it the same person as that terrifyingly terrifying existence?
“… I said what I had to say. Let’s just go.”
However, he did not satisfy his curiosity in the end.
This is a question that has nothing to do with my current mission.
I have completed what I had to do according to the order I received.
All that remains now is to quietly return to the nest and report.
fault!-
In an instant, he jumps out the window and disappears into the darkness.
How secretive that presence was, let alone soldiers and knights.
Even Adele missed his mark shortly after.
‘Is the emperor still watching?’
The emperor once said something like this.
It is his duty to send you back to the world.
At the same time, I also have an obligation to help lead a quiet and serene life.
Although it all started with hatred, revenge, and anger.
That desperate battle is never inferior to other heroes of the Empire.
It means that you will be treated accordingly.
– If someone speaks for me and also acts. Then say thank you. Even if it’s something you wished for. It is true that in the end it helped. –
Remembering Shien’s words, if there is an opportunity someday.
He said he wanted to go in front of the emperor and say thank you from the bottom of his heart.
Adele thought so and closed the window the man had come out of.
* * *
“Trust me, I’m going to step away for a while.”
“Yes, my lord. Trust us.”
Unlike before, the situation in Liechtenau was very stable.
Because of this, the vassals did not stop Shien from going out this time.
Rather, he welcomed me and said that he would fulfill his will and come.
Of course, not everyone greeted with a bright look.
“I don’t know if it’s an old man’s book, but I’m very worried. You must go to Etenberg.”
Rascal stood in front of Shien, who was ready to leave, and said so.
Although I don’t want to blow a candle on the way to the householder’s departure.
Everyone knows that Ettenberg is close to Fiore.
The vassals increased the value of Lichtenau’s name again due to their work in the imperial family.
On the contrary, Fiore’s pride was hurt, so Ettenberg also tried to improve relations with Lichtenauer this time.
I also thought that he was trying to arrange a reconciliation between the two families.
‘It would be great if I was also invited for that reason… I’m anxious.’
It is Lichtenauer who has relatively little contact with Ettenberg.
On the other hand, Fiore is very close to Ettenberg.
Some talk came and went between the two, and this invitation could be what came out of that.
Because the imperial family takes a neutral stance with all nobles.
There could be no checks on Liechtenauer.
On the contrary, the Etenberg family can keep Lichtenauer in check.
“I know what you’re worried about, Captain. But I mean. No matter what happens, isn’t there a way to know when you bump into it in the end? I don’t think there is anything that can be done just by worrying like this.”
“ah… .”
When I saw Shien as a child, I remember that he was quite weak.
He was timid, soft-hearted as a crybaby, and shallow in his thoughts.
So, to be honest, I was a little worried at first.
But those worries have now been completely put aside and gone into the trash.
The great family head she served, and the hostess, who was very good even though she was a demon.
Since he was born between them, how can he shine?
“… The head of the household is indeed right.”
“Please take good care of Lichtenauer, Captain of the Guard.”
After saying that, Shien climbed into the carriage.
Being escorted by the people of the castle, the head of a master of swordsmanship sets out.
“… It’s good. Do you think it’s been a long time since I’ve been out?”
Road to Ettenberg Street.
Opening the window, Shien smiles slightly.
At those words, Adele, who was riding next to her, opened her mouth.
“It seemed that Captain Rascal was worried.”
“I was worried that Etenberg would collude with Fiore and put me in trouble.”
“Do you think that is unlikely?”
“Please. Where was this floor so easy?”
They laugh, but what they say is nothing to laugh at.
Seeing that, Adele made a face that didn’t quite understand.
“How nice it would be if you were inviting me with really good intentions. But did I tell you? For the nobility, a banquet is like a gymnasium, a duel, and a battlefield. It is a place where you measure yourself and your opponent, distinguish whether you are an enemy or an ally, and decide whether to unite or attack.”
“You obviously said so.”
“So no matter what the chances are, you have no choice but to bump into them. And I have to experience it like this, so I can use it in reverse later.”
Shien himself was separated from his family and lived a central life alone.
Of course, there may be things you are not familiar with in many areas.
Originally, it was supposed to be learned from the previous family head, but he was a warrior.
The only way left is to learn the life of this floor from other nobles.
Even if the tuition is very expensive or unpleasant.
“Adele. I’m telling you just in case.”
“I will listen.”
“Ettenberg could have invited Fiore as well. If you run into people from Fiore. And, by any chance, if that person stimulates you then… .”
Adele could roughly guess what Shien would say.
Perhaps it is a request not to react to any stimulus.
Of course it will.
Apparently, Ettenberg was with Fiore rather than Lichtenau… .
“Do it like last time.”
“… yes?”
For a moment, I wondered if I had heard something wrong.
So, Adele looked at Xien while answering in a blank tone.
Resting her chin on the carriage window, the woman smiles.
“I mean, there is no need to be patient. It’s a bit like seeing blood like last time, but… But, I won’t tell you not to respond at all, Adele.”
“Wouldn’t Shien-sama be embarrassed if I did that?”
“Of course it would be embarrassing. Not so. However, if the opponent has already dug a trap with the intention of embarrassing me, wouldn’t it be absurd to get out of there?”
“… .”
Adele looked at Xien without a word.
Really, really, as if it would be okay.
“If they really invited me with good intentions, as a host, I would protect my guests. Then Lichtenauer has a reason to join hands with Ettenberg. On the other hand, if you stand by, it means that you were called to pretend, so you don’t have to be careful.”
“I see… I see.”
“Yes? So, no matter what trap the other party has set. Don’t just let it happen to you, break down the entire trap and come out.”
She removed her chin and looked directly at Adele with sparkling red eyes.
And in a clear tone, I speak to my escort.
“As the head of the household, I will allow it. As the head of the household, I will command you, Adele. Can you do it well?”
Seeing Shien like that, Adele smiled unconsciously.
Thinking that I’ve been laughing a lot these days.
He had never laughed so often before, while doing so.
He nodded and parted his lips.
“I’ll do it without a hitch, Shien-nim.”