episode_0334

Even though Arsien, a member of the royal family, had both eyes wide open, it could have been dangerous.

Even if it’s in front of Arsien, who is a member of the royal family, it’s not enough.

Even if you cite the fact that it caused damage to the Chatren territory, even if you cite the fact that as the leader of an empire, you cannot stand to see the rebellion of the people of the territory suppressed by force, even if you cite the fact that as the princess, you refuse to have the blood of the empire’s people stained on that sword.

In fact, it was not enough to stop the advance of the pursuing force.

Even if the imperial family tries to stop it, the rumors that it is a matter of Baghland Duchy and that they may plot a rebellion against the empire do not subside.

He pointed out their actions to suppress the people of the empire by force and sword, but if it was connected to a rebellion or led to a riot, it would be a reason to suppress it.

And they have a justification to boldly take this place by force.

The biggest justification was the warrant issued by the duke’s family for the ‘Chatren Estate’, which was part of the Bagrand Duchy and not the imperial lands.

There was no time to waste unless the biggest cause, the wanted notice, could be broken. If he did not distinguish between public and private matters, Arsien could end up in a difficult situation.

Originally, I should have given it away.

I had to just waste some time and then open this road.

However, the Chatren territory was occupied by Arsien, giving Karsane a little more time to escape.

By just one person.

Because of his younger sister who calls him her brother and not a criminal.

With strong support behind him, Arsien was able to confidently speak to the pursuing force.

“Do you have anything else to say? Captain Pergo.”

Do you have the courage to invade even though the Bagrand Dukes, who belong to the territory, are refusing to do so?

The question asking if there was anything more to say contained such implications.

“…”

Of course, that can’t be the case.

A warrant was issued from the Bagrand Duke’s House, but the owner of this territory was only the ‘Bagrand Duke’, and if the person in question refused, he would have to back down.

The pursuing force had no choice but to take a step back.

***

After that, Arsien started investigating right away.

The most important route, Chatelen, was put under the imperial investigation.

They temporarily occupied Chatren in order to find any traces of Karsane remaining inside Chatren.

However, the time was delayed much longer than expected.

“Your Highness. Are you there yet?”

“The Chatren territory is bigger than I thought.”

Captain Pergo thought to himself. If that was the case, then perhaps he shouldn’t have sent someone to Rusmeyer.

There may be traces of them chasing Karsene, but with those numbers it’s impossible.

In the first place, the number of people had already decreased due to the withdrawal of personnel to treat the wounded of Rusmeyer, and with Arsien investigating, there was no way that progress could be made.

“Why are you like that, Captain.”

“…Please hurry up a little.”

Since I couldn’t bring myself to say it out loud, I could only ask him to hurry.

“Okay. I’ll hurry up and explore. But.”

Arsien approached Flora and touched her shoulder, continuing to speak.

“I think I’ll need some information to find the traces. Will you allow me this much time?”

“…Okay.”

“Okay. Then, Flora Youngae, shall we talk for a moment? As the Duke of Bagrand, you would know more about Chatren, so I would like you to tell me how to find traces of your brother.”

Flora seemed not to understand at all and asked, ““Yes…?””

-Wink.

“…! Yes! I’ll tell you!”

Flora, realizing that this was a silent sign, quickly followed Arsien.

Arsien, who had bitten Captain Pergo, moved with Flora. The meeting took place in a place where there was no one else but the two of them. It wouldn’t have been strange if a full-fledged conversation had taken place.

But when this place was finally set up, Flora looked very nervous.

‘That’s right. Is this the first time you’ve come face to face with me like this?’

Isabella and my other sisters might have been exposed to this early on, but Flora had never experienced anything like this. She always moved with her sisters, and even when she couldn’t, she clung to her mother.

Although she does have an example, this tomboyish girl has always been like that.

“You don’t have to be so nervous, Youngae.”

“Huh…?”

“Isn’t your little sister my friend? You can think of her as the older sister of a young lady of the same age from another noble family.”

“Ah…”

Arsien snickers and eases the tense atmosphere.

After a brief silence, Flora relaxed. Arsien readily asked Flora.

“Does Youngae know anything by any chance?”

While I was trying to stall for time, Flora suddenly appeared, screaming.

That means he was already staying in Chatren, and possibly encountered Karsane.

That is, for now, he was the most powerful witness.

It’s not strange if you know something.

But Flora answered in a hoarse voice.

“I’m sorry. I don’t know anything…”

“…Is that so.”

It’s a shame, but there’s nothing we can do about it. It seems like the relationship between the two siblings has recovered, but it seems like they didn’t say where they were going to run away.

Again, back to square one.

There is no information at all about carcein.

All we know is that the villagers are blocking the road and looking at the map of Chatren, they would have run away to the back, which creates concern.

Behind Chatren is the Duchy and the nearby city center.

In some ways, it was the most difficult place for Karsane to escape to.

“This is dangerous. The Kelvia berries are probably more densely spread in this area.”

The biggest problem is Kelvia allergy.

The Kelvia berries scattered everywhere will continuously harass Carcein, severely limiting his movements.

The duchy. In particular, the area around Chatren and Rusmeyer was so densely covered with it that even if you tried to escape, there was a high chance of being caught.

Flora then replied with delight.

“That’ll be okay… right?”

“Huh? What does that mean?”

“That’s… I made a Kelvia allergy treatment and gave it to you.”

Arsien opened his eyes wide.

“That story. Would you like to elaborate?”

***

The fact that my brother made the path forward a slogan.

The fact that this neutralizer was made to penetrate through Rusmeier and Chatren in the Ileor area.

And the fact that he gave a cure he had made himself to his brother whom he had reunited with here.

After hearing Flora’s story, Arsien’s worries were greatly relieved.

The duration of the drug’s effectiveness is semi-permanent.

The effect is at the level of neutralizing extreme poison.

Although it is said to be a reversible reaction, this is only under very special conditions.

It was literally worthy of being called a cure.

‘If it goes like this…’

Although it may still be irritating because it only lowers the level of allergy rather than completely curing it, the significance of this treatment is great.

Carcein may have a wider range of activity, free from the constraints of allergies.

Even for someone who had nowhere to hide, he was able to gain the ability to hide, and if he had enough supplies, he could stay longer.

If only we could keep wasting time here.

If only we could just hold onto their ankles.

If there is a safe place to stay somewhere in the empire.

Carcein can escape danger more easily.

But that’s if things go perfectly.

“Young-ae wants to protect Karsain, no, her brother, right?”

“…yes.”

“Okay. Then you have to make a choice. You, no one else.”

Arsien continued speaking calmly.

“The road here might open soon. Youngae.”

“Huh? Why? They’re blocking it like this…”

“…Even if we stall here, there will be a limit. They can’t force their way in right now, but that’s because Young-ae is here. Because the Bagrand Dukes are here. Not because of me, but because Young-ae is here. What does that mean?”

“Seo, no way…”

Flora took a deep breath as if she had guessed.

It may be a somewhat harsh decision, and the choice carries with it a burden and a tremendous sense of responsibility.

To a very young girl.

To a girl who is still having trouble making a judgement.

It’s difficult to bring up such a thing.

That’s why I ask.

“Do you have the courage to be hated, Youngae?”

Do you have the courage to be hated by your own family?

There was silence in the room when the last question was asked.

It’s not a story that can be answered easily. It’s a difficult issue even after much thought.

Even though it was Bagrandra, Flora was still young and delicate compared to her two older sisters. Even as the one making such a harsh request, I did not feel very good about it.

‘Yes. That’s too harsh a request. I guess I’ll have to take the questions away.’

but.

There was one thing that Arsien overlooked.

“I will do it.”

“…what?”

“Carcein Brother, if we continue like this, it will be dangerous.”

This girl no longer turns away from reality.

Don’t remain a reckless brat.

“What should I do?”

Even if I am hated by my family.

He grew into a mature person who could judge right from wrong.

***

Following Arsien, even Flora refused to allow entry to Chatren, so Captain Pergo and his pursuers had no choice but to wait here.

But as time goes by.

“…Your Majesty, not yet?”

“I’m looking for every nook and cranny, so wait. Ah, here he comes.”

“Your Highness! I found something!”

“What?”

“It’s a snake. It’s gentle and doesn’t bite people.”

“Huh. A gentle snake? How strange. Is this a species that only lives here?”

“…”

Even when you judge that enough time has passed.

“Not done yet?”

“Wait a little longer. Do you think the royal guards have any stamina left?”

“Princess. Ugh, my legs!”

“Oh. We got injured. Isn’t this what happens when you rush me? Tsk. I’ll go.”

“…”

Even when I went there because I thought I might still have time left after doing some research.

“Your Majesty Arsien. It’s done now…”

“Whew. My shoulder hurts from searching so hard. I told you to wait, but you’re going to rush me like this?”

“You should rest at times like this, Your Highness.”

“I’ll give you a massage!”

“Don’t do it. It’s okay.”

“…”

After that, as time passed, Captain Pergo visited Arsien several times to ask, but he was repeatedly ordered to leave.

No. Is it right to conduct an investigation in the first place?

The movements are so slow that it even raises doubts.

Because of that, the pursuit team, including Captain Pergo, were about to burst.

It was obvious from his face that he wanted to lament why it was taking so long to investigate the inside of the estate when it shouldn’t have taken that long.

But, as if they had become convinced that this stuffiness would end, the shadows and wrinkles that had settled on their faces all disappeared.

-Multi-faceted, multi-faceted.

‘…I already knew that I would reach my limit. But it’s too early to tell.’

The situation we were worried about has come true.

Arsien’s excuse was quite solid.

The pretext that Flora is staying here. The pretext that the Duke of Bagrand heard unpleasant words while staying in his territory. They are using that to block their path.

In a way, no matter what they do, there is no way for them to get past Chatren.

But it’s only a matter of time before Chatren opens.

There’s no way this news wouldn’t reach the Duke’s ears.

…Yes. The biggest problem is.

It was when someone who could set foot on the Duke’s territory arrived.

A woman with a red ponytail approaches, dismounting from her horse.

A knight, solemn and dignified, demanded passage, just as Arsien had expected.

“I heard that Karsane may have passed through here. Please make way for me, Your Highness.”

Arsien glanced at his watch.

There is not enough time for Karsane to escape.

Even if you can’t do it, you have to pass three or four villages to give yourself enough time to chase them.

I should have bought more time.

“…The investigation is not over yet.”

“If everyone here joins, it’ll end quicker.”

“Those who mercilessly wield swords and try to harm the residents, are you saying that they are investigating? Besides, there must have been a precedent in the past when Chatren brought in outsiders and it was ruined?”

“Then our unit can go in and investigate separately. This is Bagrand territory.”

As expected, it doesn’t work. Arsien swallowed his words.

I knew this day would come, but there was nothing I could do about it.

What’s left is…

“Sister. I’m looking for it with the princess. Just wait a moment.”

We have no choice but to leave it to Bagrand.