Have you heard from Benetnash?

"No, nothing yet.

　Neya's expression was grim.
　It's been some days since I sent word to find out what's going on in the Kingdom of Carlitz.
　In the meantime, we had crossed the sea and arrived at the port of Schlester in the Kingdom of Cassandra.
　There seemed to be more military equipment piled up in the harbor than when we came here before.
　No doubt they are building up their forces in response to the incident with Hell Artyo.

"We've been expecting you. Master Seretia.

　The one who approached me was Fekda, the only one other than Benetnash who remembered my name.
　Fekda, the only one other than Benetnash that I remembered by name, approached me, her curly hair shaking in a cheerful manner.
　But the others were nowhere to be seen.

"It's been a long time, Neya-sama.

"Fekda, are you alone?

They are waiting for you at Blanche, in the Kingdom of Carlitz.

　Blanche is a town just before the royal capital.
　People from the Kingdom of Euresia were being watched, so it might have been impossible for them to enter the capital.
　If they're still having trouble figuring out how to infiltrate the city, it makes sense that they haven't contacted us.

Please take the carriage. I'll take care of you.

　Fekda looked surprised as Ainess galloped past her.
　Celestia and Phiel blinked at her, and entered the carriage.
　Neya chats with Fekda for a while, and finally gets in with a difficult look on her face.

What is it that's bothering you?

"Fekda hasn't heard from Benetnash either, so he's not sure.

Maybe he's in a hurry because he can't get any information. If he can't get into King's Landing, I can sneak in alone.

　If you couldn't infiltrate beforehand, it's better for me to be able to move around freely.
　It's easier to gather information when you're free from the shackles of the Eurasian Kingdom.
　The current Neya, Phiel, and Benetnash can deal with most enemies, so it should be fine to leave Celetia behind.

There was no sign of a search for Pheuel on the way to the capital, nor any crackdown on those in the Kingdom of Euresia, so he didn't know why he hadn't heard from her.

"What do you mean?

What do you mean? Fekuda arrived in Blanche and headed here immediately, so he doesn't know what Benetnash did after that, but even so, he didn't feel like he couldn't enter the capital.

　If the story is true, then contrary to expectations, it won't take long to infiltrate.

Does this mean that the suspicion that was cast on us has been confirmed?

Maybe. As for Fiehl, it seems that the search for the Elves was terminated long ago.

It's a good idea to have a good idea of what's going on in your life.

　It's not enough to say that they are just confused because of the attack on Hell Artyo.
　I thought that if it was confusing, we could all go into the capital, but apparently not.
　The problem is that we terminated it a long time ago.

　I don't think he's going to stop his obsession with Fiehl just because of that.
　Was there some other factor that made him decide that it was okay to end it?
　In any case, being unguarded is even more creepy than being guarded, and we should be careful.

I guess we'll have to wait and see what Benetnash has to say about all this.

"Yes, sir. I'm afraid I haven't heard from him.

　Neya said, but she didn't seem to be particularly worried.
　I guess she doesn't need to worry because she trusts Benettonash.
　I don't think Benettonasch is going to do anything wrong.

I'm sure Benetnash will greet us with good information.



　　　　　　　I'm sure Benetnash will come to you with good information.



　From the Kingdom of Cassandra to the Kingdom of Carlitz, we crossed several countries, but as we moved, we found that each country was very wary of Hellatio.
　The number of soldiers guarding the borders was obviously high, and it took several times longer than usual to pass through.

　The major towns had begun to be warded, and there were even places where it seemed as if war was about to start.

We have arrived.

　With Fekuda's voice, the carriage slowed down and pulled up to a certain inn in Blanche.
　There were several carriages lined up there, but one of them stood out.

It's .......

"That's , the royal carriage of the Eurasian kingdom.

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

"Fekda, did you come here on that?

No. ...... It was just an ordinary carriage. ......

　Fekda didn't seem to understand, and just nodded his head.
　I'm not sure if the presence of such a conspicuous object here has anything to do with the fact that we haven't heard from Benetnash,........
　However, someone came out of the inn to blow all of that away.
　It's Benetnash, the man himself.

"Benetnash, what is this? You didn't even call Neya.

　I looked at the carriage, and Benetnash apologized as if he knew what I was going to say, and then quickly ushered us into the inn.
　We were taken to the largest room on the top floor of the inn.
　The others were all there, and when they saw Neya's face, they looked relieved.

First of all, I would like to apologize for not contacting you. I left my magic tools at the inn as a precaution and refrained from contacting anyone after that to avoid detection.

You mean you had to be that careful?

Yes, sir. It seems that our movements were already detected when we arrived here, and the Kingdom of Carlitz has been trying to contact us.

What the hell?



　The unexpected answer made even the faces of the Celestials tense.

"King Illus has requested to see you, Master Celestia.

Why are we even talking about this?

　Ils has no connection to Celetia.
　There is even the possibility that this is a trap, but if he is telling the truth, then the way out is already blocked. 　
　However, it is a unique opportunity to be able to unconditionally enter the royal palace and explore inside.
　However, in that case, he would not be able to take Fiehl with him.
　It would be better to leave Neya by Phiel's side.

He wanted to apologize for the fact that His Highness Festerlise, daughter of King Illus, suspected us of being pawns of paganism and was even banished by his nephew, His Highness Harvey.

Indeed, the girl did give me a terrible suspicion. ......

Walth, why do you have to keep your voice down?

Walth, why do you keep your voice down? - No, I thought the Benetnash wouldn't even know my face. ......

　Celestia paused for a moment, then looked convinced, "That's right.

Speaking of not knowing, I have a question for you as well: ......

　Benetnash looks at Seretia with a suspicious expression, unlike before.

What's bothering you?

"Well, what is that thing sitting on your shoulder, Master Ceretia? ......

　I'm not sure if it's a good idea, but it's a good idea.