After all, it was not until the next day that they left Finis.

　The carriage ride resumed, and in the carriage Curtis was slumped in a responsible stance.

...... I'm sorry I was late in leaving because of me.
No, we're not demons either, so we don't blame the people who were injured.
"No, and not only that, but also to treat the injuries in the first place. ......

　As he said this, Curtis's gaze turns to Leeds.
　We were told that Curtis was only slightly conscious while he was healing, so he must have a good idea of who was healing him.

　And that means--

"Mr. Rees, you are still ............ no, it's nothing,
"I see. ......

　Curtis was about to say something, and by stopping, the air was delicate.
　It's a good thing that you're able to have a good time with them.

It's a very good thing that you're able to have a great deal of fun with it.　Isn't it true that you've really opened up the city, but you're not actually waiting around?

　Curtis's mouth quirks just a little bit at the question, much to his relief.

　But as soon as he realized that this was not the right thing to do, he tightened his mouth.

Well ...... I think it's highly unlikely. There's no point, after all.
"...... can attack without worrying about anything?
Sure, you would normally think so, but remember?　For them, they don't have to worry about it in the first place.
But that's only because you have the right to do so, isn't it?　Just because you have the right to exercise it doesn't mean you can ......
They belong to the Kuro Wolf Order because they can use it. Otherwise, they wouldn't be able to do it there.
"Hmm ...... Well, anyway, does that mean we don't have to be on the lookout for attacks on the road?
Yes, it's not a good idea to be completely unprotected, but I think it's basically a good idea.

　You will find that they are reassured by these words, but they are also loosening their spirits just a little bit.

　Compared to the past, Curtis' attitude towards his words is a little more relaxed, and that's probably because of what happened yesterday.
　It's the one that forced him to move to save the child, even though he was seriously injured.
　Leeds saw the scene with his own eyes, and Noel and the others heard the story directly from Leeds, so the possibility is high.

　But whether they are aware of it or not is hard to say: ...... Well, there's no need to point out that they are aware of it.
　It's better to be aware of it by pointing it out.

　And I agree with Allen that we don't need to be wary of Curtis anymore.
　Continued vigilance is more physically and mentally draining than you might think, and it would be better if the three of you would loosen up.

But ...... means that they are going to the imperial capital first, right?
I guess so. And of course, that's only part of the Kuro Wolf Knights who were there . When we get to the imperial capital, this time they are all the enemy ...... No, not necessarily.
What do you mean?　Not those people, but other people ...... that's what the regular knights come out with, or something like that?
No, no, no. ...... Probably not, but it's almost certainly sister-related that they were after us.
Well, I guess there's no question about it.
"Yes. But then it comes down to, how far is their role?
"Could your role ...... be to capture Henriette and get to the Imperial City?
It's possible that they will decide to do so. And when that happens, that's where their role ends, and their right to act is taken away.

　In short, they can be neutralized on their own without us doing anything.
　And it's unclear if the new force will be replenished.

Hmmm?　I'm assuming they know we're trying to help Henriette, right?　On that?
But once they are finished with their role as the Kuro Wolf Knights, they are just like prisoners on death row. They don't even have the right to express their opinions.
Does that mean you know what we're going to do, but you can't tell us?
Can it be ......?　I mean, is it possible?　No, it would be very helpful to us if it were possible: ......
Can you carry out a disturbing plot with impunity?" ......
Do you want to think about how to say it a little more?　Well, what we do is certainly true.

　But that's only if it's possible.

　I'm sure you'll be able to find a way to make it work for you.

Of course, that's just a theory. But they are basically not of much use, and it's entirely possible that they will be satisfied with just capturing and bringing their sister to you. Well, it depends on who's using them now.
The "Messenger ......?　From the way you say it, it doesn't sound like you're simply the one giving the orders: ......?
'Oh ...... Come to think of it, didn't we explain that?　The Kuro Wolf Knights are unique in many ways, both in their personalities and in the purposes for which they are used. But basically, because they are used in times of emergency, they are ordered to ...... no, only the royal family can own them.
"The owner, is?　Not a very nice sounding word, but ......
But that's just the way it is. They're just things according to the laws of the Empire.
"...... stuff?　Even though you're on death row, you're still a member of the Order?
Under Imperial law, objects on death row will always be executed, with a few exceptions. Once decided, the sentence cannot be overturned unless something goes wrong, and in the Empire, we can only hand down death sentences to people in such circumstances. And for this reason, a prisoner on death row is treated as an object ...... that will eventually be confirmed dead.


"...... I see. So you're the owner?　Well, I don't really care what the Empire thinks about it, because it's none of my business now. So, what do you mean it depends on who owns it?
"No, I mean just like that?　There are so many different people in the royal family,

　Not only their personalities, but also their ages seem to vary, from fifties at the top to teenagers at the bottom.
　There are currently five members of the royal family that can be called

"...... five people?　I feel like there are not that many people of different ages, but five people seem to be that few ......?
Well, there were originally more.
"Were, that is, if you were at ......?
Oh, no, he didn't die or get killed, right?　They have voluntarily abandoned their royal status.

　It is said that some married off, went down to the fields, or became adventurers, but at any rate, there are apparently a good number of people who did so and renounced their imperial status.

　However, many of them did so only within the last year or so.

A year ago, you can read about it at ......
...... yes. Perhaps that's what happened. One of the five remaining members of the ...... or multiple members of the family must have been forced to abandon their status as royalty by some means. No, on the contrary, ......
...... in it, who assassinated the emperor?
"Huh?　But isn't that strange?　Then what's the point of getting caught by Henriette?　We have an idea of who did this, don't we?
No, that makes sense. Because they are the royal family and even potentially the next emperor, given the current situation.
"You can't mess with it, does that mean you can't mess with it?
We knew from the beginning that the culprit was probably the royal family. If the neighboring countries had taken some action, we could have assumed that outside sources were responsible, but when that never happened, it was obvious.
So, Henriette is about to take her place.

　It's very unpleasant, but it's also too late to say now.
　I knew that when I heard from Henriette.

　There is something else to think about now.

"Well, I mean, the Kuro Wolf Knights won't necessarily meet you when you arrive at the imperial capital, right?
Yes. Of course, there is a chance that they will come out to greet you, but I think you should keep in mind that paying attention to what they're doing could end up being a waste of time.
"Well, but you need to be aware of everything around you when you get into the Imperial City anyway, right?
Yes, it's easier said than done. It's easier said than done, but we can and must do something about it.
...... Allen is there, so maybe it's okay?
I don't want to be expected to do too much ...... but I will do the best I can, let's just say.

　I'm sure you'll be able to find a way to make it work.

　It's not just a matter of time before you get to the point where you'll be able to get your hands on a new one.
　It's not just a matter of time before you are able to get your hands on a new product or service.