The Return of the Female Knight

CHAPTER 44

He did not know how long they ran through the forest, but it could not last long enough.

Carlisle pulled the reins and the horse slowed its pace. As a result, Elena was pressed onto Carlisle behind her. Elena looked down to look at the tendons in her arms, and she realized that their bodies were closer to each other than she had thought.

“While I want to stay in the fresh air, let's move to the train from here so we're not too flashy. ”

"Good . ”

Surprisingly, he did not even see ants on the dark forest path. He found himself enjoying the trip without fear of being discovered. He thought it was due to luck, except …

Soon he realized their silence was just an illusion.

Sasasag–

The sound of dozens of horse hooves moving in the grass was heard. The sudden voice alarmed him, but Carlisle spoke in a reassuring tone.

"Don't worry, just my men. ”

"…What?"

Elena's surprised. He knew that Carlisle would never allow himself to be found, but he did not realize that it would be through the sheer power of so many men who controlled the forest path they were going through.

"You don't have to do this …"

"I assure you, there is nothing too great that I will not do for you. ”

So he said, but the scale was still incredible for Elena. He has never been treated so respectfully. He had already lived through the hardships of a lifetime once and was unfamiliar with the life of a luxury aristocrat. But ... she knew it was all for her.

"…Thank you . ”

The reason was still unclear to him, but he was not grateful.

“But you don't have to do this from now on. ”

Carlisle had no sense in changing his mind.

"This once. I did this to hear words of thanks. ”

He can't talk. Although she did not know exactly when, the two of them planned to get married as soon as possible. Carlisle will be her husband. The thought that they would have many days in the future together like this aroused something complicated within him.

That was when the empty black carriage chased them from behind, and the two horses descended and were transferred to another transport. They rode along a dark and lonely road, and before long they finally arrived at Blaise's house.

"Don't step out of the carriage in case anyone sees you. ”

"…of course . The ball will be soon, so this may be the last time we meet before that. ”

"Yes . Thank you for all your consideration so far. ”

His experience had surpassed the size of one to ten. Elena lowered her head in farewell, but Carlisle stopped her.

“Don't bow to me. Now and in the future, you will be the only person who will stand parallel to my shoulder. ”

“Even an empress cannot have a higher authority than the emperor. Even if I don't submit now, as emperor you will eventually have to receive my respect. ”

Elena intended to do all she could to help Carlisle reach the pinnacle of power, and would not lose his authority. Elena would treat her husband so well that everyone knew to do so as well.

“As you say, I will have the highest authority. And I'll be in the same position as you. ”

Elena looked at Carlisle with a questioning look. It could be interpreted in several ways, including that the emperor and empress shared the same power.

“You are my future wife. If you bow my head, I should also lower my head. No need to be too respectful to me from now on. ”

After hesitating for a moment, Elena nodded. He could not fully understand Carlisle's intentions. After all, if she became a princess, and then became an empress, there would be less reason for her to lower her head. If this was what Carlisle wanted, then Elena would not mind. He is his wife.

"…Good . I will remember . ”

Carlisle seemed satisfied with the answer. He touched the handle of the carriage door and said goodbye again.

"Heart of heart . ”

"My Lady .. good night. ”

Elena glanced at him about his unexpected kindness, but he immediately got off the carriage and headed home.

He suddenly recalled the warmth on his shoulder and realized that he left the carriage still wearing his coat jacket. After thinking for a moment, he turned around and saw that the carriage was still there. It was the first time he had looked back since he had parted ways with Carlisle. He could not see the inside of the carriage, but he felt that he was watching him. He stopped, recalling the strange heat in his cold blue eyes.

"You're back, ma'am?"

"Ah yes . ”

Suddenly the waiter appears, Elena misses her chance to return the jacket to Carlisle. After hesitating for a moment, Elena walked inside the house. Along the way inside, he felt his gaze follow him.

Agge, togag.

Dalkags.

When Elena arrived at her room, the first thing she did was look out the window. Carlisle's carriage had disappeared, but then he shook his head.

"You're still watching my back every time we part, aren't you?"

Although he was curious, there was no way to verify it. He shook his head to throw away that thought.

He suddenly realized something. Carlisle's people controlled the forest so no one would watch Elena and Carlisle riding together. Carlisle knew this, but still encouraged her to wear a coat to protect her identity from the other eye. The reason why Elena did not refuse was because …

'… I've fallen for it. '

His late awareness had left him deeply fascinated. Even a heartless girl would realize that Carlisle was being too kind to her. Taking off her coat, Elena looked at where the car was. He did not know why there was something left in his heart.

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The next day .

Mirabelle beamed when she heard Elena's news.

"really? So someone's gonna give us a dress? ”

"Yes . I didn't think my custom shirt could be finished on time, so I decided to accept the finished one. ”

"That's right . I thought we wouldn't be able to go to the dance at all! ”

Mirabelle's smile is as pure as the sun in spring. Elena was worried she would feel too indebted to Carlisle, but when she saw Mirabelle smiling, she knew it was the right choice.

As Elena and Mirabelle chatted together, Elena noticed that the mansion had an unusual life energy.

“What day is it today? Why is everyone so excited? "

"Oh, you don't know? There will be a festival in the capital today. ”

"Festival?"

“Yes, do you know Flower Bridge, the bridge that has been built for a long time? It was completed recently and people came out of the palace to celebrate. ”

Mirabelle's voice descended into a whisper.

"There was a rumor that the crown prince would be there. The waiter said people could see his face before the ball. ”

"…What?"

Mirabelle smiled, as if she was expecting her brother's surprised reaction.

"What, are you curious too?"

Although Mirabelle's expression knew, Elena was shocked for a different reason.

Flower Bridge.

It had collapsed in its last life due to poor construction. The large bridge that crossed the river symbolized a significant investment by the Imperial Family, but the officials took the money unfairly and built a lower construction. Many people ended up getting hurt. Fortunately Elena and Mirabelle were not there, but Elena did not forget about the incident.

The dangerous place …

"Caril will be there?"

A deep feeling of anxiety enveloped him as he imagined the worst that could happen.