In the capital, there are signs that clearly demarcate the districts.
　This was an indicator for the people living in the capital, and at the same time it made it easier for the knights to understand the jurisdiction.
　The building located exactly halfway between the Orenso section to the west and the Fenkor section to the south - this was the stage for the meeting between the Rheinfels and the Rahmbergs today.
　It was a house used for parties between noble families, and although it seemed too big to be used for just two families, it might be a good place for two of the four major noble families in the kingdom to meet.
　I was on the roof of a nearby building, watching the house.
　Although I was in the position of guarding Iris, this was the content of the discussion.
　I was not allowed inside the building, and Iris brought a man in my place, a steward of the Rheinfell family.
　The old, gray-haired man seemed to be a veteran who had served the family since Iris's grandfather's time, and although Iris had refused, he was willing to serve as her bodyguard.
　The heads of both parties will not be present, but will make arrangements between themselves.

Well, there's no way Iris would accept an engagement.
"Yes, she is. I'm sure you've heard of it. ...... So, why are you here?

　You will find a lot of people who are looking for the best way to get the most out of their lives.
　I'm not sure what to make of it.

"Why?
No, that's my line. It's a weekday.
Neither the teacher nor Iris are at school.
We both took the day off.
Well, then it's no problem for me to take the day off.
I need your permission first.
...... because Iris didn't tell me.

　Aria said, her lips pursed in slight disapproval.
　Apparently, today's story is only known to a very limited number of people.
　In any case, even Aria, who was always with him, had not been told about it.

It's rare that Iris doesn't talk to you.
If you'd told me, I would have found out everything I could about him.
I think I understand why she hasn't told you.

　I think she felt that if she told Aria, things might get complicated. It was no joke, but Aria might seriously do something like that.
　Especially if it was about Iris, she would do everything in her power.
　Aria reached down to her thighs and pulled out a dagger.

If he's weird, I'll show him no mercy.
Please don't say anything that might get you in trouble.
Why isn't the ...... teacher by Iris's side?
There is a butler guarding Iris right now.
Butler ...... Wellman, I think.

　I haven't heard the name of the butler, but I'm sure Aria has someone in mind. She used to live with Iris at Rheinfels.
　She was living with Iris in the Rheinfell family. In that sense, Aria would be a member of the nobility, even if she was an adopted child.

"It's probably him. He was an old man, but from my point of view, I think he's capable.
"Wellman is strong, yes. Wellman is strong, but I think Iris feels safer with you by her side.
That's why I'm here.
...... I thought you were like an adult even though you are a child. But you're still a kid, aren't you?
What do you mean?　What do you mean?
"Maiden's heart.

　I hadn't expected such a word from Aria, and I was taken aback.

Maybe it's something I don't understand. Are you familiar with the maiden's heart, Aria?
I read about it in a book.
That's surprising. I didn't know you read books like that.
I didn't read it. It was in Iris's room.
You read books like that too, Iris?
I've been reading them now and then. Do you know Iris's hobbies?
What's your hobby?　I think it's sword training.
Yes, but Iris also likes pretty things.
Oh!　That's surprising.
...... You don't understand that part.

　I'm not sure what to make of it, but I'm sure it's worth it.
　As Iris's bodyguard and sword master - I still have a short relationship with her, but when you put it that way, I probably don't know much about Iris yet.

Anyway, the teacher should stay with Iris.
I kind of understand what you're saying, Aria, but it's a delicate subject, especially when it comes to a great nobleman. I can't be there to witness it.
Is that why you're here?
That's why you're here? - I'm ready to come to you if you need me. But I have to watch out for you, Aria.
Me?
As I said before, you can't be absent without permission. You'll have to submit a written reflection later. It's no use going back now, you can stay here for now.
"...... Okay. I'll have Iris write it with you.



　I'm not sure what to make of it, but I'm sure it's a good idea. I'm just going to sit here and watch the situation unfold, .......
　I've already told Iris what I need to tell her.
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