𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐫𝐞𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐝
Seeing everyone ready to listen, I quietly stood up. There must be things they can’t discuss if I’m around.
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“Could Miss Norchev please stay here?”
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My hand was gripped by Roa-sama, as if to keep me from leaving.
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“I’ve involved Miss Norchev. At this point, I don’t intend to keep her in the dark. I want her to listen as well.”
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Looking around, everyone nodded. I sat next to Roa-sama, my hand still in his.
The beautiful maid began to speak briskly.
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“Dyson has lost sight of us. It seems they don’t even know if we’ve left the royal palace. Thanks to Shiro.”
“. . .I see.”
“We don’t know Shiro’s status.”
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I looked up at the unexpected name.
When Roa-sama came to pick me up, Shiro was nowhere to be found. If Shiro was a part of this, where was he then? Could he be fighting alone. . .?
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As I felt the blood drain from my face, Roa-sama let out a relieved sigh.
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“If they haven’t found a body, Shiro is alive.”
“Indeed, he’s a tenacious one.”
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I looked up at Arthur, who spoke as if it were a matter of course.
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“He’s alive. Because he’s Shiro.”
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I was greeted with a warm smile.
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“Understood. I’d like to thank him if we meet.”
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If both of them are saying so, I decided to think the same.
Worrying here won’t change anything, it would just fan others’ anxieties.
Therefore, I’ll believe that Shiro is safe. If it’s the lucky Shiro, he should be able to get through any pinch.
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“We’ve ensured our immediate safety. Now, let’s leave the rest to His Majesty. Everyone, please rest.”
“No, we’ll go to school as is. But first, let’s explain to Miss Norchev.”
“Understood. I’ll prepare some tea.”
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The maid left, taking with her the plate of sandwiches and empty cups.
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“Firstly, I want to apologize to Miss Norchev. I’m sorry for involving you.”
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Roa-sama bowed deeply.
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“I understand that you didn’t intend to involve me. Please lift your head.”
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A few seconds later, I saw regret on Roa-sama’s lifted face.
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“You must have been uneasy not knowing anything. I’m grateful you’ve come this far.”
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Roa-sama was earnest to the end. Even though I must have been a hindrance, he didn’t show it at all.
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“I’ve been targeted by the anti-royal faction. Therefore, I’ve been hiding in the Fourth Knight Order using a magical tool to disguise myself. That’s the summary of tonight.”
“Why did I have to run too?”
“Because the enemy knew I was close to Miss Norchev. If I had left you in the dorm, there was a high chance you’d have been taken hostage or fitted with a collar of submission.”
“A collar of submission, isn’t that a banned magical tool. . .?”
“Exactly, that’s the kind of enemy I’m up against.”
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So, if I had been casually sleeping in the dorm, would that have been quite a pinch?
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“Thank you for bringing me along. Is my family being targeted?”
“I can’t say they’re completely safe, but they’re probably alright. The enemy we’re up against isn’t foolish enough to go around killing my allies. Moreover, it’s possible that no one knows that Miss Norchev was the kitchen maid for the Fourth Knight Order.”
“Huh? What about the confidentiality of the Fourth Knight Order?”
“Exactly. Aside from the knights in the Fourth Knight Order, only my close aides in the royal castle know that Miss Norchev was there. However, it’s risky to leave your sick mother alone in a secluded house. Tomorrow—or, given that the day has changed, today—a large-scale personnel reshuffle will be announced at the royal castle. During the confusion, I’ll ensure your mother’s safety.”
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“I’ve heard that personnel changes happen occasionally, but never anything on a large scale.”
“To make changes in key positions among the nobles, the king’s permission is required. And that will be announced in a meeting with important state officials.”
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“Under the guise of clinical trials for the special medicine supported by the prince, we’ll discreetly take her to the lab. That way, we won’t attract attention.”
“Thank you!”
“No need for thanks. After all, it’s my fault. None of this would have happened if I hadn’t wanted to deepen my relationship with Miss Norchev.”
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Making a twisted face and letting out a self-mocking smile isn’t like Roa-sama.
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“I’m glad I met Roa-sama.”
“Even though you’ve been dragged into all of this? Even though you can’t see your family and had to run away with me?”
“Even so. I’m happy I met Roa-sama and got to know you. Yes, let’s end this conversation here.”
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Roa-sama seemed a bit stunned when I abruptly ended the conversation.
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“Or do you consider my wishes to be trivial, Roa-sama?”
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I realized I’ve asked in a somewhat mean way.
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“Even if I could turn back time, I would still become a kitchen maid for the Fourth Knight Order.”
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I felt like Roa-sama’s eyes got a little moist.
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“. . .Thank you.”
“I should be the one thanking you. I’m grateful you’ve brought me this far and have even been considerate about my family.”
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Roa-sama, who usually stands so straight, now seems a little hunched over. I stroked his back, hoping my gratitude would be conveyed.
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“You plan to disguise yourself, find the enemy’s weak points, and then threaten them, right? Leave it to me! I’ll gather incontrovertible evidence!”
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The person I encountered while I was with Rene during the founding festival must be Roa-sama’s enemy. I’ll get revenge for my ruined dress and shoes!
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