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Are you Lady Elianna Bernstein?

I didn't expect the fiancé of the prince of Sauslind to be such a doll of a lady.

I'm sorry, I don't believe I...

Irvin Orlanza.

I am here under the invitation of Lady Kreis.

Right… His name came up this afternoon.

Is there something you need from me?

No. You're just not what I expected.

The Count said something so harsh to you that you were close to tears.

Hard to believe you're on the verge of tears while being called the "Brain of Sauslind."

Why does he know my family's alias?

This is quite the letdown.

Miseral Dukedom

It seems several unidentified thieves have crossed the border and gathered in the Eidel Domain.

In addition to that, the guest of honor has privately entered the country.

Understood. Continue your surveillance.

Yes, Your Highness.

Interesting.

It may have something to do with Eli…

Act as Elianna's shadow, immediately.

As you wish.

The Ghost of Eidel

Lady Elianna, your schedule for the afternoon has been left open.

Huh?

Please take some time to relax, my Lady.

I've been wanting to go the Kreis family library for so long!

My Lady sure is consistent.

That was interesting.

What should I read next… Hm?

A book about embroidery…

It's badly damaged.

Ladybird Sylvia… was this her book?

Don't be so pretentious.

Both our families would be glad to hear it, right?

As I've told you many times before, Lord Owain, I decline your offer of a relationship.

You understand that a maiden of your age will never have more worth than you do now, yes?

Year 301 of the Ars Continent calendar.

The ruler of Sauslind at the time, King Rudolph, ventured eastward with an overwhelmingly large army, and failed.

What do you suppose the reason for that failure was?

What?

Again, after that defeat,

the Kingdom of Sauslind was driven into a corner until near total annihilation by a three-country alliance.

That time, the heroic King Karl defeated the three-country alliance,

which lead to the establishment of the Sauslind Kingdom that we know today.

However, even that heroic king, committed many errors against policy in his glory days.

What do you think the prime example of that is?

Eh? What is this sudden spiel?

If you know the answer, Lord Owain, then I think you can understand precisely how futile your current actions are.

Now then, if you will excuse me.

W-wait!

Lady Elianna?

Well, this is a coincidence, Lady Elianna.

I am Laennec Owain.

The next crown princess seems to be all cooped up. I'm always happy to take a break with you.

Thank you. But reading is something I do alone.

More importantly, Lady Anna, with your permission, may I answer your previous question?

Yes.

King Rudolph was famous for having no regard for women.

The main reason he failed on his eastern campaign was,

as the result of the escalation of infighting of the lords over the ladies of the court,

supply routes to the troops had been cut off.

The heroic King Karl loved only one consort, but she died young.

After that, he was attentive to internal disputes, but paid no mind to the consorts.

Consequently, the country was late to notice the lavish lifestyles of the ladies

was made to tighten up their finances.

There is one lesson to be derived from this:

Even the most valiant king can be destroyed by the presence of a woman and leave an indelible stain.

That is correct, Lady Elianna.

I'm sick of your mouth!

You mean to say I will leave a stain on a woman?!

Calm down, Lord Laennec.

Silence, you brazen woman!

How dare you speak so presumptuously as a powerless woman!

Listen up, my Lady. Here's one method of dealing with a cheeky man.

Take them by surprise...

Make him back away first!

After that, put a proper stop to it.

If you're going to do it, make it count.

The book!

What have you done?!

That should be… my line…

Oh no, it's even more damaged…

Lady Anna, are you hurt?

N-no…

You're the son of Baron Owain, aren't you?

Chris will be well-informed on this matter.

Eli, are you all right?

No, I'm not.

I may have done something terrible…

It's fine, Lady Elianna. If we tend to it now, it will still have a long life.

Are you sure?

Yes.

Lady Elianna, you really do love books.

I want to confidently keep with the things I love, too.

Huh?

What's the matter?

Is everyone all right?!

Lord Theodore! Lord Theodore, I'm so scared!

It was terrifying!

Lilia?

We saw it! It was in the old castle! The ghost of Eidel!

The ghost of Eidel?

The daughter of the previous lord of the manor!

A ghost?

Yes, Lord Theodore!

I've heard that even now her soul wanders aimlessly, unable to rest!

They also say that those who catch sight of her are placed under a horrible curse!

Ladies!

I heard a scream...

Ah, everything is fine. Lady Kreis, will you show the young ladies to somewhere they can rest?

Yes, of course.

Ladies, please follow her.

Are you all doing all right?

Yes.

Lord Theodore.

I'm so frightened! Will you please stay with me until I can be calm again.

Lady Sophia.

There's nothing to be afraid of if you're with everyone else.

Lady Lilia, watch over the others.

Okay, will do.

That was an impressive kick, Lady Elianna.

See you later.

Lady Elianna.

Please come with me. Lady Anna, would you mind joining us?

Okay.

Now, Lady Elianna.

I'm sure I told you not to take action on your own.

I'm sorry.

Well, that's how Lady Elianna naturally is.

Here, have some tea.

Have we met before?

What?!

I've been with you since the start of the hunting festival but...

I am Alan.

I am Alan...

Oh! Lord Alan?!

Do I even exist?

Lady Elianna.

Lord Sieg.

Prince Christopher and the others think that, in all likelihood,

there may be people who will take this chance to try to get close to you.

There are people who see you as an easy target when you aren't with Chris.

I'm sure it's Alec and his group that came up with the idea.

There's something slightly suspicious at this hunting festival.

Please take the most extreme caution in your actions.

Now, if you'll excuse me.

Eli.

Do you know the history of the Eidel Domain?

Yes. Before becoming an area under direct control of the royal family,

the lord in charge of this land raised a rebellion against the royal family through Maldura...

As a result, the family was eliminated.

Correct. That particular lord was Duke Slade.

They were in opposition of the royal family of the time.

They joined forces with Maldura, and were seeking an opportunity to attack the Edea frontier from both sides.

Then, they had planned to attack the capital city Saoura after that.

At the time, I was a young boy, not yet ten years old, but from a political perspective,

I also refrained from having a relationship with the young daughter of Duke Slade.

Is it possible that you met that young lady?

Yes. When I was a child, I was a little sickly. I've been to the territories for my health before.

That's where I met her.

She looked a bit like you, Eli.

Then that lady is...

The daughter of the family who committed the crime of treason.

I suppose you can guess the end of it.

Goodness...

It's a pain to hear Lord Theodore's boorish stories of his lady friends, right?

Lady Elianna, I have a message from Prince Christopher.

Oh?

"You should just be yourself, Eli." That's it.

That is too sweet for me.

There were actually a lot of cheesy lines after that, but I kept to the point.

The prince...

I'm here as the heart of the prince, Lady Elianna.

How strange... I'm surging with energy from just the prince's words.

Even when he's not with me, His Highness warms my heart.

May His Highness also be in good health.

You bandits are fools!

Show no mercy! Cut them down!

People always have to go through the extra hassle when they're in a hurry.

What happened to your shadow?

The front line are acting as Eli's bodyguards.

What?!

Let's go.

Whoa, Chris... Wait!

I'm in a hurry!

We are all acutely aware of that!

First, we deal with the bandits. After that, you need to take a breather.

I need nothing but Eli!

Chris!

Just calm down for now. If the shadows are even halfway with her, she should be in no imminent danger.

Thank you for subduing the bandits. Please, stay here tonight.

I've also prepared the bath for you.

Thanks.

When running my mind is blank, but now nothing but bad thoughts are running through my mind.

If anything happens to her, it will be my fault.

I wanted her by my side...

If she hadn't become the fiancé of a crown prince,

she would have lived a peaceful life surrounded by her beloved books.

But... I want to keep her by my side!

I just can't let her go.

I am selfish and self-serving to no end.

Why?!

Lord Theodore once again gives attention to that girl and not me!

Lady Sophia.

I have a good idea.

Beautiful weather today, right, Jean?

My Lady, please don't stare at the sky in a daze and take heed of what's in front of you.

Maybe you shouldn't have listened to what Lady Sophia said.

But...

If you're willing to serve in His Highness' stead,

shouldn't you be commending the abilities of the men as you watch them?

I think she may be right.

Lady Elianna!

Lady Anna!

She's so gallant!

Please, have one.

An acorn?

It looks like the forests of Eidel had another year of abundance.

That's good. I hear the beasts that eat nuts have no odor and are light and tasty.

Meat? What a greatly jarring conversation for a lady.

That's Lady Sophia's friend...

Ugh, it's that horse.

I told them that horse is excitable today so try not to ride it.

Actually, that was the horse prepared for the young lady at the beginning.

Huh?

H-help me!

Jean, can't you do something?

I thought you'd say that. My Lady, please stay put.

I hope she'll be okay.

What a relief, she seems fine.

A wild boar?!

My Lady!

Lady Elianna!

Ow... but I'm not in pain...

Lord Irvin!

Are you hurt?

I was saved by Lord Irvin?!

I-I'm all right.

Is this your arrow?

No.

I see.

Was that wild boar the prey you all have been chasing?

We do not misdirect our prey.

Lady Elianna.

If you are not accustomed to horseback riding, you may get injured.

Isn't understanding your own capabilities another important role of yours?

Yes... I'm sorry for the trouble I've caused, Count Hayden.

I will search for the one who shot this arrow.

I've been reprimanded again.

Lady Elianna, your hand...

I will see her on her way.

Huh?!

That's Lord Irvin, he's so dreamy!

He really saved Lady Elianna from falling off the horse!

Even so, the two of them look lovely together!

Oh dear, Lady Elianna, I'm so glad you're not injured!

Thank you for your concern.

However, as the fiancé of Prince Christopher,

I'm not sure about you sharing a horse with someone other than His Highness.

Indeed!

Lady Elianna!

Thank you so much for what you did!

Caroline?

I'm happy you're safe.

I was so critical of you, and yet...

Huh?

I was wrong! You are the perfect person for the crown prince!

Why did you do this, Rona?! Caroline is on her side now!

Please stay calm, Lady Sophia. It's all right.

Really? Is it really okay?

Yes. I have it all taken care of.