Drop!! ～A Tale of the Fragrance Princess～ (WN)

The circus venue needs a slightly larger location, and the square is used slightly away from the center street.

In addition to the spectators, there are many open-air merchants selling souvenirs in the square, and the bustle is like a festival. However, even when it came to dewstores, they had temporary stores with a good percentage, so it might be like they made the shopping district smaller...

(That was a miscalculation, this was)

I heard Lara say she was going, so I knew it was never just a place for nobles. But still, I thought it was somewhat of a place of calm... but in more of a mess than I thought, I guess I have to consider the possibility that this would stray away before I could protect myself from the kidnappers.

But I still think you were right to follow me here.

Being on this scene without telling Elvis wasn't just a word to delude Ronnie's penetration, but I'm afraid he's not more alert in this crowd than something is likely to happen. Follow me, you were right.

Anyway, I need to pay attention - next to Cordelia, who is so distracted, a loud cheer rose right from next door that would distract her.

"Hey, wow! There's a big tent! And the smell that looks delicious from all over......, and the big animals over there! I wonder what that is!?"

"Ah, that Mr. Shelley. Animals don't run away, and we're going to see them now, so just calm down a little bit."

"Why, you're not impressed enough to be calm!?"

"... because, you know, it really makes me stand out"

Cordelia desperately caught her expression distorting as she held Sherry's clothes already trying to get somewhere. Because it's dangerous, because it's dangerous! What a good thing if I could say something like that.

But it would be hard to get kidnapped the other way if I had so much attention, and maybe it's a good thing... but I feel like I hear a sneak laugh coming from around me. Very embarrassing, and the situation is not good in the first place.

(If we're real ordinary people, we might as well smile...!

Just a heroine. Shelley's appearance is very neat.

Though old fashioned, the clothes given by Count Zakharov may be slightly delayed, but they are also recognized as clothes worn by the lady. I mean now Shelly is already a noble daughter...... she must be a little lady. And Shelley's behavior is to the aristocrats, "Where are those kids who haven't behaved?" It's something that you have to try to make as much as you can because it's something that you may be whispered about.

The most problematic is not Sherry, who has not yet set foot in the aristocratic world, but Cordelia on his side. Even if Cordelia herself is not making a scene, she will be equally recognised at the point of being together. Being a red-eyed daughter would likely tie you to being a Pameladian daughter, and that would cause extra annoyance even to Elvis. That must never happen.

But I thought that far, and I ran my gaze around and realized.

(... very few aristocrats here?

It's not like you don't have an upper-class personality. However, the number is considerably lower than expected. It's not clear if you don't try to get closer to the tent, but at least the tent you can see from here is not so beautiful as to annoy the aristocrats to get closer. More or less before that, it would not be a place where nobility would not go because Count Zakharov is so inviting.

Cordelia looked around wondering why it was then. Then he found a standing sign nearby stating his time about day and night performances.

(I see. Now the aristocrats mostly flow to the night show.)

It is only at night that there will be a theatre in this country. Theaters are not open during the day...... I mean, I don't have a habit of watching plays during the day. It may be an exotic custom to perform day too, but the nobles of this country would choose nature and night anyway if they were common people.

(But then why did Count Zakharov's friend choose noon?

If it was an evening performance, it might have just involved Shelley's outing or not, but if Count Zakharov bought it for Shelley, why is it a daring day anyway? Besides, it's not that it's absolutely strange because I can see other noble figures...

(... maybe I think too much)

"Hey, do you have time to look at that store over there? I'm worried about you!

"Um, Mr. Shelley, really calm down..."

... No, I can't help but sum up my thoughts if I don't calm Shelly down on this look. I know it may be too much to think about, but I'd like to ask the Count lightly, but Shelley's words and actions don't allow it. I'm honest when it comes to honest kids, and I am when it comes to acting... I still want you to calm down a little bit.

"Mr. Shelley, let me ask you a favor, too. Could you just calm down a little?

The words from Count Zakharov finally came in, and Cordelia was relieved.

Anyway, it helps to have someone to stop her...

"We still have time. Because if you don't panic and set the order, you can watch and walk a little. Where would you like to see it first?

... was because of my mind.

When it comes to proposing in line with Shelley's wishes, her anxiety is further fuelled by the extra tension she may have.

"I'd love to see something glowing over there! Then, the crowd over there. I'm excited you're doing something!

"Then which way shall we look at it? Yeah, I don't know about that bead store over there. Can you see that?"

No, rather is this just trying to enjoy time with someone the Count thinks may be a relative? I also feel like I'm in the way of an intimate conversation.

"What will the lady do?

"... Count, let us see how things go for a while because that child may get lost on his own"

If it's something to be kept away from, I want to stay away, but that's hard on this occasion. You can't hear what you ask for even if you're nearby, but there are more reasons why you'd rather avoid it, but you'll still have to endure it here.

(... yes, because even this selfish kid has no reason to be kidnapped)

But I want you to acknowledge the extent to which you walk behind, not next door - and so on - Cordelia asked for permission from inside herself. I can tell you clearly now. I probably didn't like her even if I wasn't 'Cordelia', he said.

"Well, this crowd, isn't it? There are also sleds and other undelivered people in these places. The lady doesn't look bold at all, she's a very normal, beautiful lady, so be careful."

"... it's a very confusing environment for suspicious people."

I can't deny that I can think of too many reasons Ronnie wanted to put it that way, but Cordelia nodded as she decided not to ask some of them. It may be difficult to strip right away, but as long as we find a gap, it's a sufficiently possible situation.

"Well, I don't think you need to be too uptight either. The lady will be new to the crowd, but it's still better than the Founding Fathers' Festival."

"... you are"

I still think it's probably amazing, but how crowded would something called the Founding Fathers' Festival really be? When Cordelia thought it was helpful not to be so crowded in any case, Sherry and Count Zakharov began to bicker as they grabbed the product in one store.

To keep out of the way of the other guests, Cordelia looked at Ronnie and the two of them from a slightly pulled position.

"... I'm talking about maybe a relative, but at least you don't look like a parent or a child"

"Really?"

"Do I look like a lady?

"Honestly, I don't see it."

Ronnie shrugged her shoulder after all as she lurked a little.

However, Cordelia's lack of objectivity about what she thinks comes from the information in the game is significant and not certain. So I was a little surprised Ronnie said that.

"How did it look that way to Ronnie?

"Because she affirms everything she does. If you have some sort of separation, you're still dealing with kids who have a little difficulty behaving, which I think is a problem, right?... Well, he said somewhat, but you wouldn't say it until he heard it, would you?

……

"I know I'd be in trouble if you hated me, but it's not the right situation where the balance of power is too inclined towards that young lady. In the first place, I may already be unconscious, but I'm being molested. Now, if you're a real relative, for example, if you adopt a daughter, you don't have to be noble."

Cordelia nodded, wondering if the comment was drier than usual because Ronnie was tired of hearing the two of them interact too. Cordelia was looking for something suspicious about Count Zakharov, but if you ask me, it does catch on, too.

Even though he was to let go of the ship, Count Zakharov is also the person who once carried on the shipping business. If she was a merchant with sales, I don't think it's likely that she had any idea how to deal with people - and Shelley walked away from the store and went back to Cordelia's. When Cordelia was about to tilt her neck wondering if there was anything I could do, she suddenly pulled her hand hard.

"Hey, you."

"Wow."

"Wow... I'm surprised! Don't be surprised."

Cordelia thought it was this one that surprised me, but I can already fully understand that protesting doesn't make sense, so I didn't apologize, but decided to recieve the protest itself.

"What happened to Count Zakharov?

"I'm having a little talk with the owner. So, just in time, I need to talk to you."

"What?"

"This is my penny. Can I buy you some good gifts for the Count?

"Huh?"

Cordelia was struck by a suggestion she had not even imagined, wondering what the hell they would say.

"Look, come on. The Count's business is over."

"Oh, yeah... right..."

But what Shelley has is an amount of money that would end up if the kid bought one confection. I can't think of anything as sending it to Count Zakharov. I'm not asking because even Shelly doesn't know the value of gold in the first place, but because she can't find the gift she thinks for that amount.

(I know how important it is to feel...)

I don't care what you think, it's under-budgeted.

But that's why I told her that, and it would be a very different answer to hope.

"Hey, anything?

"... The Count was delighted to receive flowers from Shelley before"

"The only flowers I can buy at the store are not for the money I have. You don't spend money picking things up."

"Yes. So - how about wrapping paper or ribbons to wrap your flowers? I'm sure Shelley would be delighted if she handed you the flowers she picked."

Cordelia doesn't know what flowers she's picking.

But if the Count is going to thank you for inviting him out, I'm sure he's happy.

To Cordelia's suggestion, Sherry showed a little thought.

"... that's not the answer I was hoping for. But fine. Not bad, and I'll try."

……

Instead, I don't feel somewhat discouraged, but I think I've been convinced.

(But... I wonder if this is what high-flying cars mean)

Do you forget to treat them respectfully from day to day because you are quite confident in yourself? The kind heart has also now caught just a few glimpses, but her attitude has made it sumptuous.

(But it could be solitary goodwill as it is)

What the hell is making her do that - thinking so, Sherry walked past Cordelia's side.

"What, Mr. Shelley, which way?

"Thought I'd go find wrapping paper and ribbons! I'll be right back. Tell the Count well."

"No, you won't be worried if they go on their own, and it's this crowd. Because it's hard when you're out of line!

"Then find me when you're gone! Me, what I think I need to go buy now!

I expected it, but Sherry still won't stop at Cordelia's stop.

That's right, Ronnie thought it was a bad idea, too. I tried to reach her, but Sherry flinched herself when she realized it - and hit a passerby.

"Wow,"

"Are you okay, young lady?

"Yeah, yeah."

The person I bumped into was a tall, muscular, inert bearded man. The man grinned when he made sure Shelley didn't fall.

"It's a good thing the kid's fine, but you better be careful. And then I heard voices, but wrapping paper and ribbons are available at our grocery store. Are you coming?"

"Yes! Look, I found the store, and I'll be right back! Will you wait here for the Count to return and tell him?

"Mr. Shelley, that's why you shouldn't"

"Already! I'm telling you I'll be home soon!

Instead of listening to Cordelia's words or anything anymore, he's already turned his back.

If I rushed to see the store where Count Zakharov had been until earlier, the Count seemed to be disappearing inside the store.

(- Ugh, I don't care what you think about the fear that these kidnappers are after you anymore! He's not a grocery dealer, no matter what you think!

Sometimes you need to be unique when it comes to your identity, but it's hard to think of someone who comes all the way to a place like this and does business dressed to keep customers away.

"Ronnie, do you think the Count can look for you later?

"If you're at the entrance to the worst venue, you'll be able to rendezvous. You can't leave me here alone."

If we completed the meeting quickly, Cordelia and Ronnie followed those two as well. The man smiled small as he looked back.

"Hmm... I don't need you two... lady, I'm gonna run"

"Running?

"Oh. Right, I'll hold you so you won't be late!

The man who said so held Shelley up and ran out. That wasn't like a princess hug, but a hug that even the rice mound was responsible for, and I immediately went into the alley next to her. It's not a light run, but it didn't seem difficult in itself to take on with that muscle...

(Obviously it's not an attitude to the guests, why is she making such a big deal of herself...!

But then I realized something was wrong with Shelley.

I don't see how you're reacting at all, even though vibrations would make you sick if you were holding me like that. Even drugs are being sniffed and put to sleep - then it's already a crime.

"Ma'am, I'm going first!

"Yes!"

A man doesn't run fast. If it's Ronnie, it seems like a straight line would make it fast enough to catch up. But the sidewalk is a narrow alley, littered with crates that would have flooded from the square's outdoor shops. Every now and then a pile of garbage looms in front of her because of the way the man moves through the mess, and Ronnie uses magic to pay for it each time. I can't get the distance right because of it. No, he'll catch up if Ronnie does everything he can, but he can't leave Cordelia behind. This place is hell hard to run for Cordelia. Besides, the atmosphere on the street keeps moving on to the suspicious side. I can barely see that coming from Cordelia anymore, but would Ronnie still be following me critically?

(I made a little strength out of my sister-in-law's case, but it's time to be tough...!!)

When he ran some and gradually saw the dust in the surrounding buildings, Ronnie sent a signal with his left palm facing towards the rear cordelia. Apparently, it stops. He then slowed down gradually, then looked back, quietly freshly pointing his index finger at his mouth.

Cordelia nodded at it, leaning her back against the wall, slowly gazing at what was going on ahead.

It would be obvious if we had all our friends.

There were not just Shelley and the men there, but two more men with similar identities.

And while paying a lot of attention to his surroundings, he went into a building that looked like an empty house.

"... that doesn't look like a store"

"Right. In the meantime, I'd like to call a knight... but I'm worried about that kid, too, and can we do something about it?

"Copy that. But... I can't believe trouble jumped into the lady from beside what I said... for once, will you stop?

"Well, I'll think about it."

Even with such a light slap, Ronnie seemed to be already concentrating. I guess you're watching what's going on inside from the magic stream, the eyes were always narrowed.

"Ma'am, hey, I'm coming in, but don't move on your own,"

"Absolutely. With the exception of Mr. Shelley, what about the other three?

"Right. In the unlikely event that someone comes inside, can I ask you to stop?

"Yes."

"Well, I'm coming, all the time!

Cordelia also stands by on the spot, hoping for the results of Ronnie, who jumped out of momentum.

I'm carrying the seeds with me so I can cover them at all times. I was prepared, but fortunately, it didn't seem necessary to use them. The noise, which became noisy for a moment, quickly quieted back. I guess rambling in a narrow place isn't inherently the magician's specialty, but as usual, Ronnie seems to be cleverly doing his job for me.

After a while, Ronnie, with a glimpse of his face, "I tied him up with something from around there for now," appeared out of the empty house with a pompous report.

"We have to call it in for now, so we'll launch a rescue signal and call for backup."

"Is there such a thing?

"You mean there is or you made it...... people should come for now because the breaking noise and white smoke go up. I really wish I could sneak up on you, but I can't leave my lady, and I can't leave her relaxed. I tried to make it when I was in trouble, but I didn't think I would use it today."

"That's... thanks"

It's almost like sound fireworks that Ronnie said, but that's not common in this world, so if they do recognize it's some sort of anomaly, they'll come around to see it. All we have to do first is wait for it.

"That kid, he's still asleep, but he doesn't seem unusual. But you're going to be protected and tested for once."

Ronnie told him that as he gently turned his shoulder.

"You look very difficult, young lady"

"... I was just wondering."

"Once inside, there are signs of sleeping, but there are no other children. I mean, it seemed like the sun was still shallow with Negijo.... What else do you care about besides this?

"Yes."

Cordelia frowned as she heard and snorted at Ronnie like that.

(... the kidnapping, once stopped... the ghost said, I'm sure this isn't the solution)

If this kidnapping was what the ghost was saying, I wouldn't have been able to get ahead of it without knowing Shelly's outing today beforehand. It could have been seen somewhere, but at least if such unfamiliar brethren were around the church, the knights would have noticed. If anything else were to leak information...

(Only Count Zakharov, you should know)

Or maybe the story would be involved if Count Zakharov had told someone he was going with Shelley, but if he had received a ticket and invited Shelley on the same day, he wouldn't have had time to go around telling him so. Thinking about it, you should still know Count Zakharov or, if you insist, the only person the Count is likely to tell.

(... Either way, this should get her under Knights protection once)

I don't know if that's going to be a half day or a day.

But whether it was taken away for the purpose of an unspecified opponent or what she was targeted for, it would be protected, at least while you ask about the circumstances.

(But fortunately in misfortune...... I wonder. Now I can talk to your father. to a solution, we should be able to get close)

If Shelly is somewhere safe, there should be less need to worry about her than ever before. In the meantime, you can also settle your doubts about Count Zakharov.

"But now we have to go to the castle again."

"Huh?"

"What... you'll need to explain the situation, the circumstances,"

… it is not very pleasing.

"Well, I haven't done anything dangerous this time, and I won't get mad at you...... yeah, there's a little dangerous girl and we'll have to stop and decide to accompany her"

While we had a mouth-to-mouth match, Cordelia watched the knight Ronnie called come and vowed strongly to do her best to get home from the castle quickly.