The Useless 8th Prince

New Count Invitation

After searching for some time, Ciel finally gave up.

Where did the woman run? It's really hard to find. Forget it, I'll apologize later.

Shaking lightly after driving around, Ciel could only give up on searching for the woman. He decided to check on Deschia. In order for that Wyvern to not feel ignored, at the very least, Ciel would appear once a day in the morning or evening. Coincidentally, today he had not met Deschia.

Arriving at the cage, Ciel was surprised by the presence of another figure there. It was the figure of Arla that he had been looking for. The young man did not think that Arla was hiding in the cage. Rather than hiding, the woman looked more like watching one of the cages, and the cage belonged to Deschia.

“Are you interested in Frost Wyvern?” ask Ciel to Arla.

Hearing Ciel's sudden question, Arla was startled and took a few steps back. The woman looked at Ciel with an expression of disbelief. I didn't expect the young man to get there.

Ignoring the stunned Arla, Ciel approached and entered the cage. Although it was said to be a cage, it was more like a spacious and clean empty room. There was only a container putting food in the corner of the room, nothing else. There was not even straw as a warmer as the clean floor was already carved with special runes that had a similar effect.

Seeing Ciel coming, Deschia opened her eyes. Poked her neck out and rubbed her head against Ciel's body. The young man also hugged Deschia's head while rubbing it. The two were good partners and looked so harmonious.

"You can get closer if you want to see more clearly,” said Ciel without turning his head. Still busy stroking Wyvern's black head.

“...” Arla did not reply, but a curious expression was clearly drawn on her face.

At first the woman was doubtful. Not to mention, he was also still angry because of what Ciel had done before. However, Arla could not help her curiosity either. Slowly but surely, the woman approached.

When it came to a distance of less than four meters, Deschia who closed her eyes while enjoying the touch of her master opened her eyes while growling. The voice was made to warn the opponent.

Ciel patted Deschia on the head then looked her right in the eyes.

“The woman is not the enemy.”

As if understanding Ciel's words, Deschia seemed to calm down again.

Sensing Arla's curious gaze, Ciel smiled in her heart.

It seems, approaching a woman with a pet is also still useful in this world.

Yes, although it is not a cat, but a giant winged lizard.

“Come here,” Ciel said in an indifferent tone, but had little commanding impression.

Without Arla knowing, she approached according to Ciel's orders. In order to retreat, the woman felt that it was too late. Although somewhat hesitant, he approached Ciel.

“It looks like you are no stranger to Wyvern.”

“...”

Seeing that Arla has not spoken, Ciel does not insist. However, unexpectedly, the woman suddenly spoke.

“I have an acquaintance who also has a mutated mount creature.”

“Hm?” Ciel looked at Arla with a curious expression.

“Not as strong as Frost Wyvern, the creature is a kind of exclusive mount for our tribe's elite fighters. The creature is called Ground Raptor. Level 3 Demonic Beasts when mature, had the appearance of reptiles that walked on two legs.

While the front legs are smaller but still have sharp claws to attack their prey. The mount of my acquaintance was a mutation called the Shadow Ground Raptor.

Unlike the Ground Raptor which has light brown scales such as ground color. Like your Wyvern, it's jet black. It is said, the creature can reach level 4 when mature.”

Hearing Arla's explanation, Ciel nodded. “Attracting.”

Although it was inferior to the Frost Wyvern, the Ground Raptor was indeed a good mount. They are quick and easy to train along with the herd. That's just one of the advantages. Of course, there are still some other advantages.

“Is that your best friend?” ask Ciel.

Hearing the question, a sad expression flashed in Arla's eyes. The woman said, “Ya .. almost like that. More precisely, my former best friend.”

“You can tell a story if you want.” Ciel said in an indifferent tone.

“...”

“Thank you, Prince Luciel. However it is not necessary.”

“I'm not pushy,” replied Ciel casually.

After spending some time with Deschia while feeding, the two were about to return to the main building. However, before exiting the cage, Ciel suddenly stops Arla. The woman was shocked because Ciel suddenly stopped her.

“Sorry, I have no intention of insulting you.”

After saying that, Ciel left the cage. Meanwhile, Arla looked at him with a surprised expression. A charming smile was seen on the beautiful face of the woman.

“T-Wait for me, Prince Luciel.”

Arla immediately sprinted after and walked behind Ciel.

However, when the two entered the main building of the castle, they became the focus of the maids. The maids stared at them with expressions of astonishment and wonder, as if looking at an incredible scene. The whispers are back heard.

“I didn't see Prince Luciel and the woman some time. When they appear, they both. Don't-don't ..”

“Gosh, did they do such a wild thing? In the daytime?”

“I heard Prince Luciel took the woman from Mr. Savian in a domineering manner.”

“See the face of the woman, looking satisfied and happy. Huh, really shameless.”

“If it was you, would it be possible for you to reject a figure like Prince Luciel?”

“Of course I will directly turn myself in place.”

“...”

Hearing the servants who started gossiping recklessly, Ciel frowned. He then looks towards Arla, hoping the woman denies or protests. After all, such rumors were not good for the women.

However, when he saw Arla, Ciel could only be silent.

The woman followed Ciel with a blank look. Slightly lowered his face, his complexion turned red from embarrassment. In fact, Ciel felt that a small vapor was visible above his head.

Why are you being so shy? Doesn't that make them more suspicious?

Ciel was confused about having to cry or laugh. It's just, he doesn't care anymore. From the title of Marquis of Blackfield, Ciel already had a bad record written about him. Adding one more note ...it was not very influential.

The two men then immediately met Savian. Of course, without Ciel saying anything, Savian did not even suspect him. After all, that person had very much recognized the attitude of the slave as well as his guard.

“By the way .. I forgot to deliver, Prince Ciel. It.”

Seeing Savian giving her an envelope, Ciel felt a bit strange. The envelope is red with gold-colored inscriptions and decorative patterns. Seeing the unknown name of the sender, Ciel tilted his head.

“What is this?”

“Party invitation letter from new Count appointed by Father.” Savian said relax. However, the young man stared fixedly into Ciel's eyes. “You better come.”

“Back to Jade Water Castle?”

Looking towards Savian, Ciel who wanted to reject him could only let out a long sigh. In the end ... she accepted the invitation and decided to attend.

Yes ... always avoiding that place might even cause trauma.

Ciel thought while comforting himself.

>> Connect.