--Slowly, my consciousness emerged. I was happy to be able to breathe, to move my arms and legs, it was like a light.
　Then I opened my eyes. I opened my eyes and saw Rita washing a cloth in a tub under an orange candlestick.
　I looked at her blankly. You turn around and your eyes meet Rita's.
　Rita smiles, as if relieved.

"You're awake, Master Diana. How are you feeling?
"...... I'm still a little foggy. The poison is stubborn this time.
"...... Deanna, dear?
"Yes, Sister Rita?

　Rita opened her eyes wide. Then she chuckled.

"Are you still asleep?
What?
Can't you remember where you are?

　Where is it? Isn't this Crestor's house, as usual?
　She thought about it and looked around the room. You see a familiar, but unfamiliar room.
　Gradually, you'll come to your senses.

　I see. This is the royal palace in the capital.
　I've been ordered by my lady-in-waiting to enter the palace.
　I don't know why I've been called the Red Rose, and there's been a lot of faction problems and stuff.
　So many things have happened in this short time...

　After remembering everything that happened right before she collapsed, Diana laughed and sat up. Rita quickly helped her up.

I didn't think I'd have to come all the way to the palace to fight my addiction.
"It seems so. It's been a long time since I've been called "sister.
It's not because you didn't like it when you were growing up. I still like to be called that.
"Please don't, it's awkward.

　He said quickly, and I sulked. For Deanna, who had an older brother but no older sister, meeting Rita was a stroke of luck. She had an older brother but no older sister.　Then, Rita, please be Diana's sister! I begged her and called her "Sister Rita" as if it were a game. The happy memories of my childhood still shine in my heart.
　As a person born into a family, there will inevitably be nights when you suffer from addiction symptoms as your body adjusts to the poison. At such times, Rita was always there for me.
　She smiles and pats Diana on the head, just as she did in the past.

"You have endured well.
"I did, but... It must have been difficult to recover from that without the antidote. ...... Rita, you heard me and you told me.

　Dandolo roots and phella buds. The stinger of the spring bee.
　When I was a child, Rita scolded me for playing around in the Cresta Forest, and I learned about the unexpected benefits of plants and animals. I looked up plants and animals with my illustrated books and read books on the subject, comparing my discoveries with their known medicinal properties. It didn't take long for me to enjoy the process of discovering new facts and recording them. When I was older, I realized that it was more of a research than a game, but it was fun, so whatever.
　Even though I was dumbfounded, she was always willing to play with me. She was the first one to report any new discoveries.
　From the beginning, Deanna was sure that Rita would be able to give her instructions on how to prepare the best antidote with the least amount of information.
　If Rita hadn't been with her... I wouldn't have been able to make such a risky bet. No matter how resistant you are to poison, or even if you are not resistant to poison, even if you can analyze it, it is useless if it kills you.
　I'm not sure why Rita gave Deanna a complicated look when she smiled at her with gratitude and trust.

I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that. It's not as if I'm taking credit for it.
What do you mean?
What do you mean? - "Diana collapsed in front of me, and I was confused. ...... And then...

　I'm not sure what you mean.
I'm not sure what to make of it.
　When she received the report while receiving the water, Diana's eyes widened.

"Kai?
Yes.
...... What are you thinking?
Well, ...... I can see why you would think that, but as it turns out, things went pretty quickly thanks to him taking charge.
I'm sure you're right about that.

　I want to say out loud that you should be aware that you are a trespasser.
　Rita smiled in annoyance.

Fortunately, it seems that everyone somehow knew that Deanna-sama had a relationship with people of this kind. As long as he's working for Diana-sama, there's no need to make a fuss.
"You're too broad-minded .......

　I'm not sure if that's okay for the maids, but for the lady Mia. However, if you put it that way, Mrs. Magnum, the head mistress, is an acquaintance of Fiona's, and I'm sure she knows what's going on with the Cresters to some extent, and she probably knows that the Darkness is wandering around the palace, so maybe it's too late. As for the head of security, Chris, she is the future Countess of Clester, so it's a little late for that.


　Abandoning her plunge into the palace group, Deanna decided to ask about the reckless covert.

"So, where's the important part, Kai?
"The antidote arrived, and after seeing that it worked, he left, saying that he had something to worry about. Now that Deanna is awake, she hasn't come to ...... this room, so she's probably not around.
So,.......

　On the flip side, when I was at my most vulnerable and dangerous, he had followed me all the way. Chuckling at his overprotectiveness, Deanna shook her head.

"I guess I'll have to wait a little longer to thank you.
"Don't worry, I'll come running when I know you're awake.
Is that so?
That's a form of doting, I suppose. ......

　Rita's eyes are distant. I'd like to ask her what happened while she was down, and what she means by 'ready-made', but for some reason I'm afraid to ask.

"By the way, when is now?

　After some hesitation, Diana tried to change the subject.
　The good maidservant answered immediately.

"The day after the feast, the sun will be up in about an hour.
So. ...... I was afraid of what would happen, but we managed.

　The only people who know that Diana slurped down the poisoned meat were the maids and maids of honor in this room. They are very thorough. Not even Madame Magnum is aware of the details of the current situation. If you don't know, you can't answer when shaken.
　It was natural for Deanna, who had returned to her room earlier due to illness, to rest quietly for the night, and if she was well now, the suspicion of 'poisoning' could be cleared up. ...... Luck, apparently, was on Deanna's side.

I'll wipe myself down and change into something more formal. I'm sure there are many people who would like to visit me if they knew I was well. --I've got a lot of people to talk to.
There's still time before the sun comes up and people start to move. Why don't you take a hot bath?
At this hour?　I don't want to disturb you.
Madame Magnum has ordered me to attend to the Red Rose's business day and night. I think it's a good idea.

　I'm sorry to say, but I'm fighting an addiction, and my body is certainly sticky. If I had a cold, I would avoid taking a bath because it might come back, but now that I'm completely free of the poison and in good health, I would certainly appreciate a soak in the hot water.
　Deanna decided to take advantage of Mrs. Magnum's kindness.

So, please. ...... Speaking of which, where is everyone?
"Now that Deanna's condition has calmed down, we'll take turns resting. For now, Yuri has taken over.
Yes. I have to thank you all.
Be prepared to be pissed.
Yes, ma'am.

　Even though it was the result of my best effort, I am aware that I was quite reckless this time. I should be prepared to be thundered at by all the people concerned.

　I waited for the water to boil, entered the bathroom, washed my hair and body, and slowly soaked in the tub. It is said that most young ladies of noble families are taken care of by maidservants even in the bath, but Diana does not have this custom. When she was a child, she bathed with her mother, and after she became capable of taking care of herself, she usually took a leisurely bath alone.
　If she took a long bath at night, the maids would worry about her, but now she was going to take a long bath for the first time in a long time to recover. It's a nice bath, thank you for the people in the hot water room, she thought absentmindedly.

(Hey. ...... What's all the noise?

　It's pretty far away. There's probably some sort of commotion going on in the Red Rose Room. From the distance, I'd say it's the ...... main room.

There's a good chance it's an uninvited guest.

　Apparently, I can't even take a relaxing soak. What's all the fuss about now?
　After getting out of the bathtub, I wiped myself with a towel left outside and finished putting on my underwear.

"Oh, Miss Diana. You're up very early. ......
Do you think I can take a bath with all that noise?
No, really, it's no big deal.
Lurie?　I'm sure it's a big deal when you've come all this way and are trying to stop me like that.

　I tried to be extra gentle, but Lurie sighed deeply.

If you know what you're doing, you should just stay put.
That depends. If you know what you're doing, you can stay put.
Rita judged that Master Diana would definitely come in if she heard that. Therefore, it is our duty as maidservants not to bring Master Diana and those men together.
...... Is there any danger to you in doing so?

　The maid on the other side of the door did not respond. She was silent because she knew that no matter how she answered, she would be found out.
　At this moment, Diana's course of action was set.

I'll get dressed. Luly, disrobe.
"No, Master Diana!
"If you don't help me change, I'm going to appear in front of the guests like this.


Master Diana!
There's no point in trying to hold the door. The bathtub's ventilation system is connected to the outside of the room. I can walk through it in my normal dress, but in my current form.
What kind of a noblewoman would do such a thing?
I do. I'm a nobleman and I was taught not to be trapped by it. I would rather find a way to protect all of you to the end than be locked up in here and have your lives scattered in exchange for my own safety.

　That is the path that Diana, House Crestor, has chosen.
　Those of noble blood must survive. Because they carry the lives of thousands upon thousands upon thousands upon their shoulders.
　Because protecting them is the same as protecting many lives. That's why you honor their lives. --To those who protect you.
　Those who are protected by them. And you. Don't take advantage of that logic and put your own life first. Our priority is the people. We must do our best to protect them at all times. We must continue to take the best measures to protect our people and ourselves.
　How difficult it is to do so, and how much pain and sorrow we sometimes have to endure. Deanna, who has seen in the footsteps of her father, her grandfather, her ancestors, knows.

　--She can't do it. Not in this time of peace and quiet.
　In times of war. In a time of war.
There was no way we could protect everything.
　Even in my father's time, when there was some peace. There was an inevitable parting of the ways that made my father despair.

　The sound of water echoing in my ears. The sight of everything being swept away. A voice crying, "Help.
　...... Diana didn't always live up to her ideals.

　And yet. No matter how many times your heart is broken.
　You can't give up. We couldn't just give up.
　Because we chose to be protected by them and to protect them.
　We clenched our teeth. Even if it hurts and suffers and despairs.
　Because we love the place we love, the people who live there, and the way we watch over them...

"Luly. Open the door.
"Dear Diana. ......
I can't promise that I won't be reckless. But I can promise you this. --No matter what happens, no matter what happens. No matter what, no matter what happens, I will not give up on my life until the very end.

　The Diana of today is not just the Countess of Clester. As the Red Rose, the first in line to the side chambers, she is the one who influences the future of many of the side chambers. Considering her position, it is not advisable for her to die easily.
　And more than that.

"In order to repay you, who are still trying to protect me with your own life as a shield. --I can't die. Isn't that right?

　To make these kind people cry. I can't be so cruel as to make these kind people cry and then condemn them to a lifetime of regret.

(...... and)

"Let's go sometime. "Let's go there someday, to see Shouji, the houses made of it, and the streets.

　I have a promise for the future that I can't forget and don't want to let go of.

"...... I'm not going to die here.

　I don't know what I was thinking when I heard Deanna's quiet voice.
　I'm not going to die here." After a moment of silence, I hear Lurie's words.

Are you sure about what you're saying?
Of course.
...... I understand. I'm sure they'll be very upset.
You can tell them I was being selfish.
I apologize that I was too strong for you, Diana.

　The door opens. You can tell her that I was selfish and that I am sorry that I overcame your resolve.
　I'll just ask her about the situation.

I'm not sure if we know the details. We don't know much about it, but suddenly a royal knight came into the room without warning. Yuri, of course, and Mia, of course, were incredibly swift.
What was the reason for the visit?
I'm here to capture the Red Rose. Be sober.

　This is the first word of a royal knight. As the name implies, the royal court knights are military officers who guard the royal palace, and unlike the king's bodyguard, which is a small elite, there are quite a few of them. Basically, they are the children of nobles, but in recent years, the doors have been opened to commoners as long as they have a good status and education. Therefore, just like in politics, factional conflicts have broken out -- this is what Edward said when he was invited to join the Royal Court Knights but was lightly kicked out.



"...... Hey, Lurie?

　Thinking for a moment, Deanna asks.

"Do you know which faction those people were who said, 'We've come to capture you! "Do you know which faction those guys are from?
"Those high and mighty 'I am a nobleman! "Those high and mighty 'I am the aristocrat' guys are most likely conservatives.
That's right. There is no way that the innovators are going to come to me, the Red Rose, looking up.

(...... Is this a bad thing, even if it isn't?)

　It's perfectly fine to be put in jail. It is a prison for noblemen, and food, clothing, and shelter will be guaranteed for the time being.
　The question is, what do the conservatives want to do with the "Red Rose" in prison? Depending on the plot they have in mind.

The country will sink.

　My blood curdles. Things are about as bad as they can get. Not for Deanna, but for the ...... kingdom.

"What is my sin?
Master Deanna?
The Conservatives won't try to capture me without a reason. The whole Red Rose faction was in danger yesterday, after all.
"Maybe he's talking now. I was asked by Rita to help stop Diana early on, so I don't know the details.
I don't know the details. If it's for some unreasonable reason, I'll have to kick you out and ask you to leave.

　If someone complains about my arrogant behavior in the palace, I'm going to yell at them and tell them to take a look at their daughter and come back. ...... Of course, be a little more selective with your words.
　After passing through the bedroom to the private room, he stopped to take a look at the main room. --The voices that both of us had stopped suppressing were already echoing loudly.

I'm sorry!　This has nothing to do with the Red Rose!
It's not for you to judge. It's our business!
So it's the Royal Guard's job to rope in the innocent? --A proud knight of Elgrand has fallen.
You!
Ms. Mia!

　I'm not sure what to do. Rita unleashes a slight killing intent.
　It was too dangerous to stand idly by in the main room.

Stop it!

　A rarely uttered voice of 'seriousness'.
　While Lurie next to her gasped, Diana had leapt into the main room.

"Where do you think you are? I'm not sure what to make of that.

　In an aristocratic society that is basically male-dominated, a woman yelling at a man whose name she doesn't even know without respect is a rare occurrence in itself.
　Diana silenced the maidservants who were standing guard over the entrance to her private chambers with a simple glance. Counting the knights in the room with their own faces, she felt like clucking inwardly.

At least, the number of knights in the room was not enough to make Deanna's head spin.

　At the very least, the number of knights was certainly greater than the women in the Red Rose Room, including Diana.
　I'm sure there are more knights than women in the Red Rose Room, including Diana.
　--The first one to come to her senses was Mia.

The first to come to her senses was Mia. "No, Red Rose, back off!
"Hold back, Mia. These people are here for me, aren't they?
"Nonsense, my lady. It's not for the Red Rose to hear.
"...... If you say so, then I suppose it is. But I'm not going to leave you in the presence of a gentleman who will pull out his sword just because a woman insults him.

　Tears welled up in Mia's eyes. She must have been so scared, but she still tried to protect Diana with all the strength she had.

That's enough. Thank you, .......
"Thank you, Red Rose ......!

　Mia stumbled back, but Rita was there.
　I'm not sure if you've seen this before, but I've seen it before.

I'm sure you're not the only one.
"My Lord...
"You should know your place. I'm the Red Rose, first in my entourage. You don't seem to be of very high rank, judging by your rank insignia, but by whose pardon do you call me 'My Lord'?

　At this time. Let me provoke you at your leisure.
　To be honest, I don't care what you call me, but I don't feel the need to be polite to an unpolite person who speaks with a drawn sword in his hand.

You can't just pull out a sword and try to subdue someone with no power. Isn't the sword of a kingdom knight proud of its pledge to protect the lord and the weak from the ravages of foreign enemies?　If you're going to pull out your sword because you've been ridiculed for letting your pride fall to the ground, you might as well give your sword and your knighthood certificate back to His Majesty and put on the clothes of a rogue first.

　For the first time in a long time, I'm going to unleash a roundabout sarcasm in the manner of a nobleman. I'm sure you'll be able to understand why.　It's the way of a knave. Why don't you just quit being a knight? If you don't want to be called that, put your sword away.
　Deanna was right in her prediction that the other party would be conservative and would understand this. The man in front of her, who was red-faced and trembling, could not argue and sheathed his sword.


　She smiled at her relieved friends with just a glance. Deanna turned to her uninvited guests again.

"So. I'd like to ask you again. What do you royal knights want at this hour?

　Now I'm going to be direct and sarcastic.
　The man in front of me seems to be relaxed because Deanna has changed her words back to a normal lady's style.

"We've come to capture you. We are here to capture you. Please accompany us with all due respect.
"...... This is why you gentlemen are so annoying.
What?
Put yourself in their shoes, sir. I'm sure you're not the only one who has a problem with this.　If you're going to capture me, you should at least explain to me what kind of crime you're committing and who gave you the order.

　In addition to the above, there are many other things that you can do to make your life easier. If the "princess" looks at him from above, the proud man has no choice but to "explode". Of course, I did it on purpose.

"Don't be silly!　You've been doing bad things with impunity, and you've got the gall to do it!
So, what kind of evil is that?
Are you saying that what you do is not a crime?
...... Yes, it is. I don't remember doing anything that could be considered a sin.

　I really don't remember doing anything that would be considered a sin." Since she really didn't remember doing anything, Diana could only nod her head. I'm sure you'll be able to find a lot of people who'd like to know more about this. Of course, Diana wasn't the only one who deserved it.
　I'm also worried about the maidservants and Mia, who seem to know what's going on. Rita's gaze, in particular, was one of alarm at Diana's outburst.

Is there something going on that might upset me?

　That's when I thought.

"Kidnapping the king's favorite princess from his court. "You think that's not evil? !

　I'm not sure what to make of it, but I'm sure it'll be fine.

(...... Shayla?)

　I'm not sure what to say.

I'm sure you'll be able to figure out what's going on.
　Don't make a mistake. Don't misjudge. --In times of crisis, be calm.
　From the few things they say.

...... Well. That's a very funny story, isn't it?

　Slowly, even with a smile on her face.
　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

I thought I was the presumptuous one to be His Majesty's favorite princess," she said. I've worshipped with you and spent the Lord's Day with you. Even when you're not with us, you're always so kind as to write to me.
Oh, that's ......!
Sir Knight?　I wonder which one is the "favored princess" you are referring to. --Can you please tell me why you think she is your "favorite princess"?

　There was a lot of mucking about in the palace. Jukes is still carrying out his strategy for the outer court, "I'm good friends with the Red Rose, what about the regular princess? From what I've heard about Juke through the outer court, he's a royal even if he's a rotten royal, and his acting ability is quite good, and the atmosphere in the outer court is becoming biased towards "Will the king choose the Red Rose?
　In such a situation. A knight whose face and rank insignia Deanna can't remember the name of, and who seems to be hanging on the fringes of the conservative faction only because of his aristocratic pride, called Shayla his "favorite princess. Shayla was indeed, for a time, just after the start of the social season, "Your Majesty's favorite princess? It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for and what you're not looking for. ...... Of course, the fact that the Crester family's social intelligence team was working behind the scenes is a bit of a red herring.
　In this situation, it is impossible that the man who called Shayla his "favorite princess" does not understand the situation.

　Although Deanna has been called kind and good-natured more and more lately.
　At the very least, she does not show any mercy or let her guard down to someone she has identified as an enemy.
　Softly. I'm not sure what to make of that.

"Sir Knight?

　I'm not sure what to do.

I'm not sure what to say.　I'm not sure what to say.

　The man in front of me suddenly shouted.

"This is all for the Red Rose. "This was all for the sake of the Red Rose. That's what the perpetrator said!
Well... Who was the perpetrator?
"A maidservant named Belle!

　She was surprised, but calmly analyzed the situation.

　Belle took Shayla from the palace.
　She was then captured and interrogated by the palace knights.
　Then he testified that he did it for the Red Rose.
　So, as a royal knight, I decided to capture the Red Rose.

　There are three things you need to hear. Deanna glared at the enemy from the front.



"So... Do you have any information on the whereabouts of the person who was taken?
......?
Answer me. I'm not sure if the Royal Court Knights are investigating the whereabouts of the Princess Charming who was taken away or not!

　The man, overwhelmed by Deanna's power, swims his eyes and shouts back.

"Who's going to tell the mastermind what's going on?

(I'm not following. ......!)

　We can now assume that this kidnapping drama has a lot to do with the conservative agenda.
　I have to say that Shayla's safety is as close to the worst as ...... can get.

(I'm sorry, Shayla. I'm sorry, Shayla. I did something rash in front of you. ......)

　I thought I chose the best course of action.
　But even that best move is entangled by the enemy and used as a focal point for the next move.

(How many times do I have to tell you that this is not a board game? ......!

　(How many times do I have to tell you that this is not a board game? !) Suppress your simmering anger with willpower. --There are still questions to be asked.

I have no reason to obey you based on what you have just told me. The maidservant's testimony suggests that he did it on his own, for my sake.
"The superiors predicted that you would say that. --I have already captured those involved in this matter, both inside and outside the palace. All of them have moved to consolidate the rise of the innovators, the Red Rose Faction. They won't talk, but it's clear from the situation that you are the one who started it!
...... For your information, may I know which one of us was captured?
"Do you really care about what happens to your pawns?　Lino Tandor and Oleg Magentis, Bell as the executioner inside the rear court.

　...... So, Normard is still a free man. I'm not sure what to make of that.
　Incidentally, Deanna has already prepared herself for the fact that it will be difficult to avoid capture unless she has something to counterattack with, since the knights of the royal court have come in so openly. You can find a lot more than just a few of them. In all likelihood, the conservative faction close to the Marquis of Landreth has already drawn up a formal order for Diana's capture in the Outer Palace. Now that they've gone this far, they're not going to take any half-measures to hunt down Diana.

(...... something...) I'm starting to think we're in a bit of a jam here.

　Mainly because the kingdom of Elgrand.

"...... One last thing. I'm not sure what to make of it, but I think it's a good idea.

　I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that. No one else would know the true meaning of this question.

"Poisonous b*tc*. Have you finally given up?
Answer the question.
There's only so long you can get away with this. A woman like you, who has disturbed the kingdom by causing unnecessary factional strife in the palace, who has repeatedly disregarded the hierarchy despite being the daughter of a count, and who has plotted to eliminate by force anyone she doesn't like. --Don't think you'll die easy.

　Obviously, she was drunk, looking at the idiot in front of her with cold eyes.
　Inwardly, Deanna was meditating and looking up to the heavens.

I'm screwed.

　Clearly, with intent to harm. With a plan.
It's a good thing that you're not the only one who has a problem with this. It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for and what you can do to help.

(Not surprisingly. The last time I saw him, it was a hundred and fifty years ago.

　There is no one with direct knowledge of that era. There are few people left who have heard about it from those who knew it.
　When the lessons of the times fade, this kind of thing happens again and again. I never thought I'd be a part of it.
If there's one thing that's different now than last time...

　--The king is making an effort to change, that's the only difference.

Please, father. (Please, father. ...... Don't make up your mind yet.)

　I'm sure you're not the only one.
　Deanna's eyes narrowed.

"One last piece of advice. --You're ready for this, aren't you?
"...... what?
"What?" "All the anecdotes about Cresta that have been told in this country. You've carefully examined all of them, and you're still going to try to kill me?
You're threatening me. It's no use!
Open your eyes and listen carefully with your ears and your heart. If you are a conservative nobleman, you must have survived the Azure Civil War. Didn't your grandfather teach you anything about Cresta?
What are you talking about?
The plotters, of course. Whoever plotted this, of course, will not go unnoticed, as you are the ones who actually worked to capture me. --Now, if you'll just stop and think about it. I can give you a hand.

　Deanna, who is generally uncomfortable with death, whether friend or foe, is rather serious about trying to dissuade him.
　Again, it doesn't matter at this point that I'm going to jail. --What matters is that these people are trying to put Deanna Crester in jail with the intention of killing her in the end.



　I counted the beats, wondering if anyone else could think of anything.

"Yeah, shut up!　Your fate will not be altered by your mumbo jumbo. --Grab a rope!

　...... I sincerely pity the single-mindedness of this man. With such a man at the head of the line, his followers must be restless.
　The knight by the wall was rushing to get the rope out of his pack, but Diana stopped him with a hard glare, without even making a sound. It would have been easier to kill them, but it would have been a shame to show them such a trick.

You don't need to rope them in. --If you're prepared to lose everything. There is no reason for me to blame you for your actions.

　I think I'm probably the most compassionate of all the "Cresta" people.
　It's a waste of time to pity those who can't come up with the idea of making an enemy of the Cresta family, even if it's just a guess based on rumors.

　There are many rumors circulating in the kingdom. Why is the Crester family letting the rumors circulate in the kingdom?
　...... Why don't you think about it a little?

Rita, give me my pen.
"Yes, Master Diana.

　The knights of the royal court are agitated by the conversation of the squire, which is a bit out of the ordinary.
　He almost grabbed her by the arm, and Diana reflexively went behind him.

"What?
There's no need to make a fuss. You're going to search this room anyway, aren't you?　I just need to know where to put away things that are embarrassing for men to see.

　While I was saying this, Rita brought me a writing pad. Deanna handed the paper to Rita, who quickly wrote down what she had said.

"Please, Rita.
"Okay, Deanna.
"Wait, everyone in this room...

　Before she could finish.
　This time, Deanna exploded.
　"All the men in this room," she said. If she wanted to, she could easily annihilate them all.

"I myself, the head of the Red Rose Faction in this room. It's a good thing that I'm not the only one who has a problem with this. It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

　Even so, Shayla has been taken.
　I'm not letting anyone touch me anymore.

I'm sure you'll be happy to know that I'm not the only one who's had it.

　There is no physical evidence against Deanna either. I'm sure you'll be able to find something that works for you.
　Do they insist on capturing all of them here and get bogged down? Or they can just be satisfied with the "Red Rose".
　Come on, choose--.

...... There is insufficient documentation on the maids. I'll get back to you on that.

　I played the arithmetic like an idiot, but it seems that the easy credit went to the one in front of me. Inwardly relieved, he took a glance at the man who had extended his hand.

You don't have to try to catch me, I won't run away. If you want to tarnish the honor of the Royal Court Knights by saying that someone who doesn't have the least bit of manners is in the position of sub-commander to the head of the entourage, you can do whatever you want.

　It's normal for a nobleman's captors to follow him quietly to his cell. The fool in front of me, a petty commander at this age, is probably a viscount or baronet. He is not allowed to touch Diana, the Countess, without her permission.

(I mean, why do I hate being touched so much?)

　Since a while ago, every time this guy's hand reaches out, my instincts rather than logic reject it. No, it's not even logical.

"...... if you swear not to run away. Of course, I'll take you as befits the first in line to the side.
"How many times have I told you that I will not run away?
"Very well.

　At the fool's signal, the knights surround Diana.
　They must have lost their patience. Mia screamed.

"Master Diana!
"It's okay, Mia. Don't worry, Mia.

　The only thing to worry about now is the country itself.
　Deanna smiled at her friends through the gap between people.

I'm sorry, but you have to do what I wrote on the paper.
"Dear Deanna, ......!

　She nodded once more.
Once again, she nodded loudly, and stepped forward into the beginning of the end.