The Return of the Female Knight

CHAPTER 71

"What does it mean that Kuhn's whereabouts are unknown?"

Since Elena was sitting right next to Carlisle, she unintentionally heard Zenard's words whisper. Kuhn's expressionless face floated into his mind.

"Did he do something dangerous?"

Elena's expression hardened. However, Carlisle's more terrifying aura was more than enough to make the opponent shrink.

Mirabelle, who was unaware of what was happening, walked forward cautiously.

"Is something wrong, brother-in-law?"

"…It's okay . Just like I said, go see the palace with your older sister and watch the puppet show. I'll have someone take you around, and if there's any discomfort, let me know. ”

"Ah yes . ”

“I have an urgent matter to take care of, so I'll go first. Enjoyably. ”

Although he quickly hid the traces of darkness, his face was still like a rock. Elena watched Carlisle get up from his seat and wondered what had happened, but she could not ask in front of Mirabelle.

The sisters watched Carlisle quickly leave the room with Zenard, then Mirabelle turned to Elena in an excited voice.

“Heheh, I think he's the best! I didn't think I could send my sister to just anyone, but the more I saw her, the more I felt relieved. ”

Mirabelle took a hot cookie and chocolate on the table. Her love reassures Elena, but on the other hand, a sharp Carlisle is stuck in her mind.

Elena immediately shook her head and eliminated any unnecessary worries. He came here to visit the palace grounds with Mirabelle. If he could not help in any way, it was better to focus what was in front of him.

"Wow . The cookies of the Imperial Palace were very different. It's very nice . Go ahead and try. ”

"Yes, I'll eat a lot. If we run out, let's ask for more. ”

"Should we?"

When Elena saw Mirabelle smiling and laughing, the unease in Elena's mind gradually dissipated.

Carlisle seems to have made many arrangements for their visit. Elena and Mirabelle roamed freely around the ground, and they saw many rare species of flowers and trees, undulating man-made lakes, and long-standing portraits of the emperor.

That's just the beginning. Inside one of the palaces there is a kind of museum that holds all kinds of rare artwork. There were also offers from other kingdoms and collections of unusual items not found in the Ruford Empire. There are also many buildings in the field, and they appreciate the diverse architecture and beautifully decorated gardens.

Elena and Mirabelle were having a pleasant conversation when they arrived in front of another beautiful palace. The maids, who were quietly guiding their way, stood up to block their path.

"Ah, you can't get in here. ”

Mirabelle gave him a questioning look.

"Why? What kind of palace is this? ”

"This is where Her Majesty the Queen lives, and you cannot enter without permission. ”

"Ah time?"

He looked at the palace curiously.

Deudeudeudeu.

There's a decorative train coming out of the palace. It went quickly, but it was only a moment that Mirabelle needed to catch a glimpse of a familiar-looking person inside.

"… Lady Selby?"

Mirabelle muttered, and Elena looked curiously.

"What do you mean? What about Lady Selby? "

"I wondered if Lady Selby was on that train. ”

"really?"

Rumor has it that Helen had confined herself in her mansion and did not go out. It was not that Helen could not go to the Empress's palace, but there was something strange about the two people who seemed to have no contact with each other at the current meeting. As Elena stared at the back of the retreating carriage, Mirabelle spoke in a light voice.

“It may be wrong. Don't worry about that. ”

"Good . Should we go back then? "

The two turned away from the Empress' palace, and spent time looking at many other rare and precious things. Looking at the outside of the Queen's palace was enough, and after walking a long distance, they were hungry and tired. If Elena was exhausted like this, and she was worried about Mirabelle's condition.

"Should we go back and have dinner and watch the puppet show Caril told us?"

"Yes . Let's go, brother. ”

There is nothing lacking in their perfect outing. Elena was also very happy to spend time with Mirabelle.

It's not over yet. As soon as Elena and Mirabelle returned to the Crown Prince's palace, the dinner prepared for them seemed ready to break the leg of the table.

"Oh, Sister, we are alone .. but that is enough for about twenty people. ”

"…I know . ”

Even Elena could not help but let her jaw drop due to the large amount of food. From appetizers to desserts, there is nothing the kingdom can offer.

She sat in a comfortable chair to watch the puppet play, and Elena felt like she was in heaven. But ... There is one thing that keeps on remembering in his mind.

'… I don't see Caril. '

It seemed like he was too busy to join them for dinner. He did not even have the chance to secretly ask her what had happened. Although being with Mirabelle made her happy, her worries about Carlisle were like splinters in her throat. Elena was not in a position where she could let him know what had happened to her. To continue this happiness, he must become emperor.

When the doll game was over, Mirabelle gave a round of applause, but Elena could not concentrate on anything else. They closed the day's activities and went to the room prepared for them.

"Sister, I'll change my clothes and find you. It's been a long time since we've done this, but can we sleep together in the same bed? ”

“I'm sorry, I'm so tired that I'll fall asleep soon. I'll see you in the morning. ”

"Yes well . ”

They wave at each other at night. After watching Mirabelle enter the room, Elena turned around and headed for Carlisle's room first. He wished he could find someone who knew where he was now. Fortunately, he found the waiter who was their guide that day.

"Hmm? Why are you here, madam? ”

"Show me where the prince is. ”

"Your Majesty can't see you because he has urgent business–"

"Now also . ”

Elena spoke firmly, her face firm. The waiter gasped and replied with a nod of his head.

“A-I understand. Please go through here . ”

Carlisle's room was far from Elena's. Elena and Mirabelle's residence was in the most secluded and beautiful area of the palace, while Elena's place was now closest to the training ground for the soldiers.

Elena's sudden arrival caused a frown to appear between Carlisle's eyebrows.

"What are you doing here?"

“That day is still on my mind. What's going on?"

"Thank you . Go awayl. ”

"Yes, Your Majesty. ”

With a bow, the servant left the two of them.

They are finally alone. Carlisle spoke in a low voice as soon as he confirmed that the maid had disappeared.

"Although we are in my palace, there are spies planted everywhere. You have to be careful where you go. ”

"That's why I came at this late hour. ”

"… This clock?"

Carlisle's stiff expression loosened for a moment, and he sighed.

“You said dangerous things. If you and I find ourselves alone in this room, what do you think others will imagine? ”

"I know . There's no doubt about that. ”

Carlisle's gaze turned dark.

“... You lack self awareness. ”

There was a sudden change of atmosphere, but Elena was more concerned with what had happened the previous day.

"It's just the two of us now, so tell me. Did something dangerous happen to Sir Kasha? ”

Carlisle responded naturally, as if he had no intention of concealing it in the first place.

"One of the people you arrested at Flower Bridge admitted that the Empress was behind the destruction attempt. But since he is a suspect .. testimony is not enough. He was so good at hiding his tracks that it was hard to find any hard evidence, so I ordered Kuhn to infiltrate the Empress's palace and manipulate some evidence. ”

Elena wanted to say, "Isn't that too dangerous?" But he's holding back. Carlisle ordered it for a reason, and Kuhn accepted the mission. He spoke calmly.

"Is that?"

"And now the whereabouts of Kuhn, who infiltrated the Empress's palace, is unknown. ”

His face became dark. There are only a few possibilities.

“... There is a possibility that he was arrested or killed. ”

"If he's alive, I'll save him as best I can before he dies. I was ready to move as soon as I knew where he was. ”

Elena realizes that while she is enjoying her time with Mirabelle, Carlisle is busy looking for Kuhn. Although Elena did not particularly like the bodyguard, they had a smooth working relationship, and the thought of his death did not comfort her. Moreover, if Carlisle gave Kuhn a heavy mission, it was proof that he had faith in her. He didn't want to lose anyone who benefited Carlisle.

“... Please prepare armor for me. ”

Carlisle frowned at his words.

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Before Mirabelle changed into a nightgown, she wanted to soak in the tub, which had warm water and spices as well as scents and red petals. His legs also hurt a bit from walking all day. Elena was already careful that Mirabelle would not overdo it, but because of her condition Mirabelle could not help but feel anxious. When he saw the warm water in the bathtub, of course he could not get through it.

“You don't have to prepare me. I can shower myself. ”

"Yes, my lady . ”

Mirabelle ordered the servants to wait outside. While she conveniently allowed herself to be bathed by the maids at home, awkwardly took off her clothes in front of a stranger. She also realized from experience that she would rather bathe alone if they did not know how to touch her carefully.

"Lalala ~"

She started humming happily to herself as she started undressing.

Deolkeong!

There was a loud noise from the bathroom window. Mirabelle, wondering what was in the imperial palace, moved slowly towards the sound. Suddenly, the window opened and someone fell inside. The smell of blood flooded him before he could process what he saw with his eyes.

"Yeah!"

Mirabelle's shout made the servants run towards the door. They turned the doorknob violently, but Mirabelle had already locked it.

"M-My Lady, what's going on?"

The urgency of the voice made Mirabelle aware. The man who suddenly appeared before him was severely injured. And ... she has the dark blue hair she knows.

"…Interesting, shouldering?"

Kuhn raised her head when she heard her voice.

Their eyes met in the air.

Mirabelle knew right away that she was the man she met on the way to the capital and who looked like a memento her mother had left behind. He could not find her, no matter how hard she looked, but now she was suddenly in front of Mirabelle.

"Miss, what happened–"

“Ti-no! A bug appeared and I shouted because I was surprised. It flew out the window and I'm fine now. ”

“Thank God. If you need us, contact us immediately. ”

"Yes thank you . ”

Mirabelle stepped away from the door where she spoke to the waiter and approached Kuhn. He did not know where or how he was injured, but there was a large amount of blood coming from his side.

"Are you okay?"

Kuhn blinked her eyes blurryly at the question. He could not muster the energy to speak.

"How did you–"

Before Mirabelle was finished, there was another loud noise from her door.

"We are from the Queen's palace. We've seen the man we're looking for around here. Let us go in to look for a moment. ”

"I-this is the Crown Prince's palace …"

"Kyaa!"

Mirabelle heard the cries of the servants from outside.

'Who they're looking for now may be …'

Mirabelle's trembling eyes turned towards Kuhn.

Kangkwang!

There was a knock on the bathroom door.