I had come to the headquarters of the "Kuro Wolf Knights".
　It's been a long time since I've visited Remyll on my own.
　Most of the time, I'm usually summoned to visit.
　As soon as I entered the Commander's office, I saw several knights standing in a row. At the end of the line, the commander, Remyll, was sitting. ...... in a restrained manner.

"It's been a few days, First Officer Alta Schweizer.
I'm glad to see you're doing well.
"Haha, does that look good to you?

　He was still dealing with a mountain of paperwork, and it seemed that he had been confined to his office for the past few days.
　It seems that he has been locked up in his office for the past few days.
　The Commander can escape at will if he has a chance, which is why several knights are gathered here to watch and assist him.
　I looked at the knight standing right next to the commander and said.

"Thank you for your time, may I have a moment?
Yes, sir. But the guards in the room--
I understand. If he tries to escape, we'll catch him.
Thank you for your understanding.
Gentlemen, I'm the highest-ranking member of this order, remember?
Then be like a commander. ......

　I sigh and take my seat.
　I'm not sure what to do, but I'm sure I'll be able to do it.
　The knights who had been keeping an eye on Remyil also walked out.

It's been a while since I've had a break. Thank you.
I thought it was time for the Commander to start whining.
That's my knight in shining armor. Why don't you just let me go?　Let's go on a date.
After work, sure.
You're a tough one, .......

　Remyll smiles bitterly. Of course, I'm not here to save Remy from his work hell.

So, about you, Aria...
"Ah, your student who disappeared. I ran a few checks. Unfortunately, none of them match.
I see. ......

　I asked Lemire to see if there was anyone who knew Aria. Her nature is closer to that of an assassin than the original.
　I'm not sure what to make of it, but I think it's a good idea.
　That's why I asked the assassins we have now and the people in the related organizations to confirm it. .......

It's possible that they're off the grid, but there are only a few people who have access to them. I've heard about the incident - the knight in disguise and the person who stole the package. And the person who stole it ...... may or may not have been a knight in disguise at all. In any case, given her age, it's unlikely.
That's right. Still, it's better than having no information.
I guess "no information" is "no information.
It's because the Commander made it a priority. Thank you very much. Thank you.
What, there's a girl missing. It's a priority. It'll take a little longer if it's an open investigation.
Yes, I'm aware of that.

　It's been less than a few days since Aria disappeared.
　If it's an open investigation, it will take some time because of the coordination with various agencies.
　In addition, he had no doubt as to the cause of her disappearance.
　A person from the empire was expected to arrive soon - the timing alone was too perfect.

(It's a leap of ...... faith, but it's better to be on guard.)

　In the end, the theft that took place that day was only witnessed by witnesses, but the escape was only seen.
　Some knights are cooperating with us in the investigation, but we have not been able to find any clues about Aria even after following the case.

"......
It's unusual for you to look so serious. Well, I understand.
I know how you feel.　Did I have that look on my face?
You're usually a very calm guy, you know that?
...... Well, there's someone right beside me who's always worried about her.

　I'm not sure what to make of this.
　I guess I should be proud of her for taking on the role of guide even in this situation.

(I guess the best solution is to find Aria. She's also my apprentice at .......)

　I'm also teaching her to use a sword.
　It's not like she's under my protection, but she's my student and my apprentice. I worry about her as much as anyone.

(Well, maybe that's where people say I've changed...)
I would like to help you more, but in this state...
"The Commander is fine as he is.


'Would you mind bothering me a bit?　I think there's an advantage to having me with you, don't you?
Haha, being chased by your own people is a disadvantage...

　I cut off Remyll, who was apparently trying to negotiate an escape, and I left the office. I'm not sure what to do with it.
　I'm not sure what to do, but I'm sure I'll be able to do it. ...... I'll at least make arrangements to relax periodically.

What to do now?

　There are many things I can do, but I don't know where I should start.
　For the time being, I've decided to focus on the task at hand: guiding the people of the Empire.