The significance of the fact that it would only take two weeks to reach the imperial capital was immediately understood after riding in the carriage.
　The speed is simply several times faster than an ordinary carriage.
　The view out the window goes by at a terrific pace and in no time at all you're left behind.

　But it didn't seem to be a good horse or anything like that.
　To begin with, no matter how many fast horses are running as fast as they can, they will never be able to run as fast as this.

　And Allen was quick to examine the cause.

"Is this a ...... magic tool?
"Yes . That's great. With it you can make the carriage run several times faster than usual. Moreover, it keeps fatigue intact, which is why it is so useful in our country.
So it's not a rare thing?
Yes, ...... is widespread, I wouldn't say widespread, but anyone above a certain status has one. If it weren't for this, our country would be a bit of a pain in the ass to get around.
"...... convinced?　But then they have it too?
You must have. I'm sure they're about the same in terms of performance. ......
You can't keep up with it, I suppose. ...... But if it's going to be this fast, how come you showed up today?

　Certainly, it was something that had been bothering him.

　If Curtis was right, then it had been three days since Henriette was captured.
　But even an ordinary carriage doesn't take more than a day to get there.
　So it doesn't make sense that Curtis showed up today.

　It's impossible that it took them so long to find Allen and the others.
　They had been scouring the city yesterday and the day before yesterday looking for food.
　They might pass each other a little bit, but not all the time.

　I looked to see what he was talking about, and after a moment of silence, Curtis opened his mouth.

I'm sorry about ....... It's because I was putting self-preservation first.
"By self-preservation, do you mean ...... could have compromised you if you had acted immediately?
Yes. The Kuro Wolf Knights were staying in that city until yesterday, as if they were looking for evidence. But I'm not the one who should be there. I didn't know what would happen if I was found out and all I could do was hide. And since I was so careful and left this morning, it was only today that I would appear in front of you. ...... I'm really, really sorry.
...... No. I think it's only natural to ensure your safety first. I think it's only natural to ensure one's own safety first. If you had taken a hard hand and got caught there, we might not have even known that Henriette was captured. If you think about it that way, your action was not a mistake. Isn't that right?
"...... Right. You don't have to feel sorry for yourself to be self-protective. It's just as it should be. And ...... I'm sorry to say that I was suspicious of you.
I'm glad to hear that, but I'm ...... ah, no, I acted in a confusing way and most importantly, I didn't have the courage to do so. ......
"...... is not the place to inspire courage, right?

　As a matter of fact, this is more like what Leeds and others are saying.
　Challenging a situation where there is no chance of winning and it is not a situation to be overpowered is just brave.
　Even if you do, you will be scolded, but not praised.

The fact is, if you hadn't met us, we might have been blamed for this, but ...... is why it was us, by the way.
"Huh?　What does that mean at ......?
Oh, ...... I'm sure you're right. It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you know about us, and it's likely that you are acquainted with Henriette. It's a good thing that it's been three days, so there's a good chance she's not in town anymore: ......
"...... followed Milene and her friends to that city, is it unnatural?

　I gave my name, but I didn't give my full identity.
　That is because Curtis said it might be troublesome to find out ...... but at that point, we have a good guess that they are of a status that could be troublesome.

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what to expect when you come to this city.
　Even if you don't know that they came from the kingdom of Ad Astera, it's easy to assume that they will return to their home country from here.

　And you can think of such things without coming to this city.
　In fact, it's impossible not to think about it, considering that he was probably busy while he was hiding.

　I'm sure you'll be able to find out what's going on in the world, and I'm sure you'll be able to find out what's going on in the world, and I'm sure you'll be able to find out what's going on in the world, and I'm sure you'll be able to find out what's going on in the world.

It's that ......
Do you think it's okay to think of it as a reason not to say something?
"No, it's not that I can't say ......, but ......
...... could tell you?
"That's because it's not .................., though it is.
"Huh?　What is, not?
"There are friends, like ............, who can be counted on,

　It's a very good idea to be able to have a good time with them.
　It's a good thing that you're not going to be able to have to worry about what you're going to say.

It's not just for me," he said, "it's for you.　I mean for sister Henriette. I don't think you can help your sister Henriette by asking my friends.
"Hmmm ...... aside from the fact that Henriette is being casually revealed as bossy by her cousin.
"Oh, um, it's that ......

　You can't follow up on that, apparently, and shrug your shoulders, smiling at Curtis as he chokes on his words.
　That certainly bothers me in a way, but that's not what's bothering me right now.



So, what do you mean when you say you can't help Henriette by relying on your friends?　I mean, maybe that's something to do with the fact that they were snuck in there?
...... Yes, that's right. I don't know how much you know, but ...... sister Henriette doesn't get along with my father and mother. ......No, to be honest, she is not well-liked by the majority of people, not just my father and mother. And it's not just my father and mother, but most people. But for me, she's my sister. She used to play with me a lot in the past and I still adore her ...... like a real sister.
...... I see. So I'm here on the sly,
Certainly, in such a situation, it seems unlikely that he would come to play with his cousins, even if they are cousins: ......
I think it's ridiculous, but it's still a member of the Marquess family, so I can't ignore it: ......
"...... can't help it?
I'm sorry. I'm sorry, I'm sorry to say that I was suspicious of ......, but I said something similar earlier.
No, I think it's one of those things that can't be helped. I, no, we don't even know anything about each other yet.

　Noel smiles bitterly, and Curtis chuckles as he says this.

　Well, it is natural to be suspicious of each other, and it is good enough that the atmosphere is not becoming acrimonious.

It's a good idea to get to know each other better ...... and for now, Curtis, why don't you start with the first person?
"Huh?
I'm obviously not used to saying "I".
It's a good idea to have a good idea of what to expect when you go to work. I'm ashamed to say it, but I've been saying it with me for a long time, and it's never been fixed. ...... My father and mother have told me many times to fix it, too.
I don't think that's what you're talking about, but rather, just be me, without rephrasing?
Well, it's not a public place.
...... no one cares and that's okay?
"Well, and ...... is okay?

　When Curtis gives you a puzzled look, you shrug your shoulders and return it.
　If it didn't, I wouldn't have told you in the first place.

I guess we'll just be more comfortable with that.
Okay, well, I'll go to ...... and I'll do that in front of you. Then I'll do it in front of you.

　I'm sure you'll be able to find a way to make your life easier. ...... Suddenly, Allen looked out of the carriage.
　I'm sure you'll be able to find a way to make the most out of your time in the world.

　The plan is for it to take two weeks at this rate.
　It's not going to be a bad trip ......, but we'll see how it goes in practice.
　While looking at the passing scenery and thinking about the future, Allen let out a breath.