Chapter 210. All men are wolves2022.02.05.
After the decision to go to Devlin was made, Esteban sent only Mabel back first, leaving three escorts behind. Esteban’s glare was as cold as if he could pierce the three of them. First of all, Esteban looked at Oscar quietly. Prince of the Empire and his first son. Knowing how dangerous it was for an emperor to infiltrate an enemy country, the burden on Oscar’s shoulders was heavy. Now, as the heir to the Donovan family, he had to assist the emperor. Esteban looked at his son, who had suddenly become similar in height, and put his hand on his shoulder.
“Oscar. You must know that you are responsible for this operation.”
“yes. Father.”
“As an older brother, of course, with the mindset of serving the lord, you will have to support him without lacking.”
“I will keep that in mind.”
Oscar took his father’s advice to heart.
‘Like treating a lord before a younger brother.’
It was valuable advice for Oscar, who was comfortable dealing with Mabel every time. Esteban, who stroked his high head as if encouraging, directed his gaze to Aidan, who was standing right next to him.
“…”
Our eyes met. desolate currents. In the midst of just silence, Esteban opened his mouth with difficulty.
“Aidan Asherad. … You guys just hide your identity well and don’t go berserk. Just do it.”
nod Aidan just shook his head, not answering. Esteban didn’t expect much from him, so he just passed on. Then Enrique Javier. Compared to Oscar, who loses his reason only for Mabel, and Aidan, who just loses his reason, expectations were higher for Enrique. It’s unfortunate that Mabel talked about marriage, but it was the former Duke Javier’s trick, so he could turn a blind eye to it.
“Enrique. You are a thoughtful and thoughtful person, so if Mabel tries to do something reckless, stop it.”
That’s why it’s better than a younger brother’s stupid son or a runaway escort.
“I accept Your Majesty’s will.”
After advising the three escorts word for word, Esteban put on a stern expression.
“Of course, I will not change my decision that if even a hair on Mabel is damaged, I will be punished. Do not forget that the Emperor’s safety is our top priority.”
“That will never happen, Father.”
Oscar replied with a determined face. Esteban naturally thought so too, but he was uneasy. The opponent didn’t know what he was up to with Veron Arthur Devlica. Conflict arose as to whether it was really right to send them to the enemy camp, but Esteban decided to trust the main pillars who would lead the empire in the future.
“Above all, you, the talented people of Ermano, should never get hurt.”
certainly.
“Return safely.”
***
Naturally, the plan to infiltrate the Devlin Empire was treated as a top secret. Because of this, the nanny and attendants who looked after me thought I was just going on a trip to Ponce Castle. Of course, the fact that he was going to Ponce Castle was a secret known only to a few people close to him. Externally, I had to remain in the imperial castle. The nurse combing my hair let out a deep sigh.
“To think that you’re going on a trip to Ponce Castle when you’re in such a mess… After all, wouldn’t it be better for me to accompany you?”
“no. There are many servants in Ponce Castle too. You don’t have to follow the nanny.”
This time, the nanny laughed helplessly as if she was disappointed. But since I couldn’t tell the truth that I was going to Devlin, I had no choice but to make the nanny sad.
“Still, Your Majesty. The escorts are all indifferent knights. Would it be okay?”
“It’s okay, nanny. If I fight, I win!”
Then Larima, who was packing my things, said a word.
“It’s okay. All men are wolves, Your Majesty. Sleep or wake, watch out for men. They seduce you as they exist, and then suddenly disappear…”
Someone’s face came to mind when Larima groaned. Rabid Pennant. As the guild was incorporated as a secret intelligence agency directly under the emperor, the recruits of those who were imprisoned were also handed over.
‘That person is probably working in an institution under the imperial family.’
very stung Coughing for some reason, I changed the subject.
“You know what, Larimar? Wolves are monogamous.”
“no way. Of course, it is an idiomatic expression.”
Suddenly, Xavier, who was glancing at Larimar, met his eyes. In an instant, a joke kicked in.
“Yes, Larimar. So are you a wolf at mercy?”
“Yeah?!”
Xavier, who was suddenly mentioned, exclaimed in surprise. Larimar shook her head carelessly and stared at Xavier.
“What kind of wolf is he? Mercy is just a squirrel? something like that.”
When Larimar laughed, Xavier rolled his eyes.
“Are you a wolf?”
“Oh, did you? Were you a wolf?”
“hey! Larimar…!”
Laughing at him, Larimar ran out, and Xavier chased after him. I smiled heartily at Xavier and Larima, who were so friendly even at their old age.
“It’s a good time.”
The nanny who was braiding my hair smiled lightly at me.
“Our Majesty. You speak like an old man again.”
“Ugh. would it be okay now? You’ll be coming of age soon.”
When I was a baby, I always heard that I didn’t fit my age, but now I’m an adult too! Unlike me, who was proud, the nanny still had a bitter smile on her face.
“It is said that the environment makes a person, but I still hope that His Majesty will enjoy a little more childhood.”
“Looks like you enjoyed it enough.”
“More.”
After a while, the nanny said, ‘It’s done.’ and removed his hand from my head. A pretty ribbon was tied to her carefully braided hair.
“Do you like it?”
“huh. It was prettiest when the nanny tied it up.”
The nanny stroked my hair with a careful hand so as not to damage the shape of my hair. Feeling apologetic for nothing, I smiled and buried my face in the nanny’s arms.
“oh. Your hair is ruined, Your Majesty.”
“If it breaks, let’s say it was natural.”
“Because you can’t stop it, really.”
Nanny’s kind hand patted my back.
“You may think it’s childish, but please don’t get too close with the other servants, Your Majesty.”
I answered with a pleasant smile at the jealousy that was not typical of a nanny.
“of course. I’ll be back soon, so don’t be too sad, nanny.”
***
After all the urgent work, Mabel’s last task was to send a package to Abelardo. What was inside was the orb called Renesmee’s body, which he had received from Elder Elliot, and the sender was, of course, ‘Bbribri’. Thus, the day of departure dawned. Since this plan was done informally, no one had to know. They decided to move by taking advantage of the early dawn when Hwangseong was still enveloped in a quiet mist.
“what a waste. Moving to Yelium would be convenient.”
[Mabel tries to eat raw every day?]
“What? Say it again.”
Mabel grumbled for no reason and headed for the rendezvous with Yangi in her arms. There were warhorses suitable for long-distance travel, her escorts, and Esteban who had come out to see them off.
“Let’s decide to properly use mobile magic tools while riding a horse.”
It was the same way as they quickly traveled across the continent to combat the epidemic. I would have made a plan. I wanted to start now, but the beginning was not smooth.
“Of course you should ride with me.”
“I am the first escort.”
“Do not be ridiculous. My rank is higher in this plan.”
Out of nowhere, a debate broke out over who would ride Mabel on the horse. Between Oscar and Aidan’s sparkling checks, Mabel looked down at the sheep in her arms.
‘Baby. Can’t you ride it?’
[no. It’s heavy. I’m tired. I’ll be carried away comfortably.]
‘Ah. It’s cold…’
While Mabel was hurt by the colder reaction than ice caps, Enrique, the only normal person, stepped in to intervene.
“Oscar. Count Aserad. You shouldn’t waste your time in useless places.”
“Enrique. Did you just call Mabel useless?”
“…”
There was no way Enrique could participate in a fight without logic. Seeing the scene, Mabel quietly made up her mind.
‘As expected, I’d better learn how to ride a horse properly.’
He could ride a horse, but it was only a pony, so he had never ridden an army horse alone. Mabel looked dumbfounded and called Enrique, who was looking at the two.
“Enrique. great job. I’ll take care of it.”
“…yes.”
Before long, Mabel put an end to the argument.
“Oscar when you go. When you come, Aidan.”
“but-!”
Mabel immediately covered Oscar’s mouth as he tried to retort.
“If you object, I will ride with Enrique whenever I come.”
“…”
It was so difficult to decide who to ride with, but there was the next stumbling block…
“Mabel. You should come back safely. Do you understand?”
“okay.”
“It’s not right to pass off Dad’s words as if they’re annoying. Do you know how worried I am? huh?”
“okay. All right. Be careful, I’ll be more careful!”
“ruler. Let’s hug one last time. my daughter.”
“Yes.”
As he awkwardly opened his arms, Esteban gesticulated and called out to Oscar, who had been acting out of tune.
“Oscar come here too.”
“Yeah…”
After listening to the grown-up children pour out their worries and concerns for a long time, they were finally able to get on the horse. Mabel slumped helplessly in Oscar’s arms.
‘I’m tired…’
Even before I started, my whole body was tired as if I had fought a fierce battle with Veron. So the three escorts, one horse, and the emperor of Ermano headed north to the enemy country.
***
You can move a long distance quickly using a moving magic tool, but there is a limit to the distance you can travel in a day. When I was worried that maybe I could camp, fortunately the walls of a small town appeared in front of my eyes.
“I think it’s biotane at this distance?”
As Mabel guessed, the territory they arrived at was Biote. The land was not so fertile, but it was an area inhabited by many technicians who made a living by making and distributing works with techniques such as glass art. There were high-end inns for nobles because they were made to order. On their way to the inn, they suddenly realized that the roadside was noisy and people were talking. Enrique, who found out the reason by catching people on the street, told Mabel.
“They say today is the day the city festival is held.”
“festival?”
Oscar, of course, thought Mabel would like it. However, Mabel’s expression suddenly darkened.
“It’s a festival. You’re in trouble.”
“why?”
“Because there won’t be many rooms left at the inn.”
Mabel’s ominous premonition came true. In fact, every inn we went to was full. Oscar, who was leaving the inn after being rejected one after another, asked bloodily with a smile on his face.
“Mabel. Should I just buy the whole inn?”
“Calm down, Oscar.”
I didn’t know if Oscar, a member of the royal family with an extraordinary sense of money, would really be able to do so. How many times have they been rejected?
“Oh, I’m glad. There are also two double rooms left. How would you like to eat?”
Two double rooms. For a moment, Oscar’s head turned quickly.
‘I have to strike the ball before that ignorant Aidan makes a ridiculous claim.’
In my heart, I wanted to give the whole room to Mabel, but I couldn’t leave it alone in case of any misfortune.
“I’ll come down and order the meal again.”
Oscar quickly took Mabel and went up to the hall room.
“….”
“….”
An awkward air current flowed between Enrique and Aidan, who were left alone.
‘To think I had to share a room with Count Aserad.’
Like the uncomfortable Enrique, Aidan was undeserving. The two men who entered the remaining room put down their luggage.
“Wash it first, Count Aserad…”
The strange words that Enrique casually gave made the atmosphere uncontrollably miserable. The two of them thought at the same time that they would rather be homeless.
