Since I don't seem to have time to change to a dress I usually wear, I wore a cape as a stain control at least.
And the goal is, the castle gate.
Of course, I'm going to drop Alec off! I can't say.
One day today, because I'm supposed to be ready for tomorrow's semi ball, so if you tell Matilda you want to walk around the castle grounds a little in this outfit, nominally, okay.
Along the way, you want to get some air outside, accidentally go near the castle gate, and even if you encounter Alec about to leave, it's because of the walk!
In case your father finds out later, it's okay.
By chance, by chance.
I ran into him by accident, so I can't even blame him. About me, about Alec.
Even at the castle gate, Guy was taught by Alec when he used the side gate, not the main gate in front of the royal castle for his departure. As far as feelings go, I just want to pop out on my own for the side gate, but that's impossible, so Clifford, the knight of the escort, and then Guy accompany me too, and the conversation walks silently and fast there even.
I finally see the side gate!
This gate, quite far from the main entrance. The front gate, just the gate! It feels tall, wide and large, from the gap of the gate to the arrow narrow (yazama) for shooting arrows. What a noisy thing, the gate soldiers monitor people's entry and exit all day long.
On the other hand, side gates usually prevent people from passing through. I can't get through, so there's no gatekeepers either. The side gate is set with a bouncing bridge, but the double specification is that the gate is still closed with an iron fence, even if it is lowered so that it can cross the bridge that is raised to cover the gate. The trick can only be operated from the gear room in the castle. I just can't move the bridge if I go near the side gate.
To the extent that it was confidential, did it also contain instructions to use the side gate? Speaking of the benefits of using a side gate, it means you have very little eyes -.
Eye gazing.
A bouncing bridge at the side gate was lowered, and the gate fence was raised to half. There is a line riding the horse and waiting for the fence to rise.
"Alek!"
We made it!
I couldn't stand it any longer, I just slammed my dress up a little bit, and I ran out.
Yeah. This dress is for formal use but easy to run inside!
"Sister!
Alec, who noticed me in the line, got off the horse. It's a lightweight, sneaky outfit. He rushes over here.
I need to see Alec once a day!
I'll always see you at dinner parties, but from today on, that's nasi too. Ah...
Hard.
Other than Alec, I have a knight from my father's escort. One of them. Dark-eyed brunette, a bearer of appearance that makes you see that she would have been saggy and hot when she was younger. At my father's age, I have some gray hair on my hair. The person who kicked the position of Knights Commander and stayed with the Knights of the Guard. But I don't really see that in the castle. The offering he made for your father? I can't believe I bothered to put my own escort on Alec.
Ugh. None other than Alec. One line is looking at me with a dangerous face! Unwelcome atmosphere! But you can't be awesome and dispersed here.
I gently spread the fan I was holding in my hand.
And he grinned at Alec and cut out in white.
"Coincidence. Are we going somewhere?
"Yes. It's a long drive. What happened to your sister?
"I was walking in the castle to change my mood. Then I met Alec."
It's only a coincidence, appeal!
"His Highness Alexis"
A knight of his father's escort calls out to Alec from horseback to horseback like a wrath.
"The fence is up. We can get through."
I urge you to leave soon. Indeed, the iron fence, which was only raised to about half when I called Alec, is no longer completely visible.
"You want me to ignore my sister?
Alec, looking back, said off provocatively.
"I'd like to talk to my sister for a moment."
"But... His Royal Highness Octavia"
"Oh. What do you think I'm gonna do?
I'm sorry! I'm not holding Alec back! I'd love to!
A knight of his father's escort turned into a face that bit the bitter bug.
"This is what Alec says, and why don't you guys go ahead? Something far away from the prince. Alec's safety is my responsibility ahead of time."
"That's a good idea, sister. Let's do that. - Randall. You stay with me."
"My pleasure."
In a line on the horse, one man replied to Alec's words. Oh, this man, from one soldier, Alec became a knight with his eyes on him! Someone who has already been a wife belt since he became a recruit and can also be described as near Alec's side who followed the late blooming birth street.
"Go ahead with the rest. I'll catch up later."
Alec gave the order without saying whether or not.... this. This is it! Something missing from me. The majesty of seeping royalty! Aura!
The knight of his father's escort glanced. Then look at me.
"- Your Highness seems to be really close."
"Yeah. Wouldn't that be great?
Smile as you shut out your gaze with a fan.
"To me, I don't know. - Your Highness Alexis, I follow your orders. Let's get ahead of ourselves. As soon as possible, come on. Because your plans to run away are crazy. Okay, excuse me."
A grace from the horse, and the knight of his father's escort judged the reins, and ran away with the horse. One horse, two horses... and a move that was order. Other than Randall follows it.
All that's left is me and Alec. Randall riding a horse just beside the side gate. As my escort, Clifford refrains from a little further away. Then, Guy.
Hmm? Clifford and Guy seem to be whispering something. Plus, apparently, he's talking from Clifford's side? Surprise. What are you talking about?
It was in my sight that Alec, who had missed a line with harsh eyes, exhaled, and I returned my misguided consciousness to Alec.
Alec, who turned to me again, blinked her blue eyes.
"Sister. The dress… the atmosphere is different."
"Doesn't it look good?
"No way. I fell in love with my sister. It suits you."
In nature, Alec tried to be an absolutely good man who could say a compliment without any bitterness!
"Glad to hear it. Actually, it's for the semi tomorrow. It's what I was wearing when I received word from Alec, so keep it up."
"Was it...... Excuse me, sister. Suddenly."
Alec slowly drops his shoulder.
"But if you were my sister, I thought you'd come."
That's what I said, and I smiled.
"I thought Alec would wait for me, too."
You're my good sister and brother!
Even if Alec is away from the castle in confidence, he doesn't have to tell me in a hurry. But I did. So in time, I stepped on it to include the meaning of wanting to see you before you leave.
Of course, I don't know that Alec is leaving on a confidential note, so I happen to have to run into Alec.
So, in fact, the story of meeting Alec, who was about to go away for a long walk, unexpectedly!
"Peutz! I thank you too. Well done."
Alec gave Guy a nasty voice.
"It's a waste of time!
Guy, who looked like he was talking to Clifford about something, rushed up to Alec's front. I guess it's my fault. You also look relieved away from Clifford. He said he was turned to death, and even though that made him a battlefield buddy, he probably didn't like Clifford.
"But, Alec. I'm letting the recruits get too impotent."
I think Guy got to the practice room because, honestly, he was lucky. It was in front of the practice room door that the soldiers were not placed, but until they went there. On the door that separates the hallway, soldiers stand exactly by section. I definitely should have been stopped a few times.
"Because I thought you'd be attracted to me if you were my sister. Was there a problem? Peutz."
"Oh, no..."
Guy says it for a moment.
"Nothing, there was no problem. I told His Royal Highness Octavia the truth."
"I was relieved to hear that. Thank you very much."
"Ha!"
"Sister. It's about what you're saying."
Once the words were cut, Chirali and Alec ran their gaze to Clifford. Clifford is the only one who doesn't know about confidentiality on this occasion, is he? Randall, naturally because he's in a long line, and Guy, who was his use to me, of course.
Alec is the one whose father gave him the secret.
"Why don't you let him down?
Alec says, who is he, Clifford? If I were anything else, I'd ask Alec what he said... Including this Alec Clifford hater, we were supposed to talk next time, but he blew it.
"Clifford. What I've seen and heard on this occasion is useless."
"Understood."
Clifford didn't change his expression and drooled his head.
"This would be good, right? You don't have to back me down."
"... not good, but I believe in my sister"
Alec, with a deep sigh, said so in a murky tone.
"Thank you, Alec"
It sticks, my hand stretches out to Alec's hair. But they slowly stopped me.
"Sister. All right? Do not treat children"
"... sorry. - How long will Alec be away from the castle?
"It's about ten days. In some cases, it may extend."
It seems that Alec was also really suddenly informed about this one. In fulfilling his confidentiality, all the human candidates to follow were also predetermined by his father. I also had everything I needed. That is also why I can say that it has been possible to leave quickly......
What Alec has to ask for, and Alec's absence will be laid low in the castle...
Odor. Suspicious smell pumps!
My father left Alec with great importance, no doubt about it. Thinking of your father's attitude toward Alec so far, though I'm happy...
"I can't even tell you where I'm going on my sister. Exactly, divulging the content of the confidentiality statement…"
"Yes..."
"-If your sister says you need to know,"
"I don't care what it is."
Teaching me that I have been given a secret is also a slight disobedience, even though it is contrary to the will of my father. However, if we reveal the contents of the confidentiality statement, it will be no longer a whisper. There's nothing I can do to force Alec to tell me. Besides, I'm concerned about the content of the confidentiality statement itself.
All I want to know is if Alec's in danger or not.
"Sister..."
Alec laughs small.
"I'm more worried about my sister than I am. I can't protect my sister on my side when I'm away."
"That feeling is enough."
"Just the feelings..."
"Then come back safely, to the point of confidentiality. Something I miss without Alec."
"In ten days, is it?
"Right. In exactly ten days. No postponement."
"Okay. Sister, shall I cut your finger?"
"Give me that...? Here?"
"Yes."
Nodding, Alec showed me his little finger on his right hand. Fingertips. There are no customs like this in Esphere. I'm the source. From the memory of previous life, Japanese customs. Pair your pinky fingers with the spell "If you're lying to me, I'll drink a thousand needles," as a sign of keeping your word. I think it only works between Alec and me. Probably doesn't make sense when viewed from the edge. I'm scared of spells. But Alec really likes this, doesn't he?
I make pinkies too. Bend and intertwine your little fingers and cast a spell.
"I cut my finger off"
Alec let go of his pinky with satisfaction.
"I will definitely be home in ten days. Thirteen days from now, you'll be showing off your sister's lover."
"Right..."
Fake lover revelations. I didn't know Alec already knew!
And the fact that it dawned overnight after I declared it to my father, and I already had two weeks left until that day!
"Before you do, there's something I'd like to talk to you and your sister about. That's my sister too, isn't it?
"Yeah. If it wasn't for the confidentiality, I would have talked to you today, but unfortunately."
I even feel like Father bothered me at the best possible time.
"Is there anything I can tell you right now?
Me, about the fake lover consultation and Clifford. So, it seems I can do it a little bit. I wonder about Alec.
"- Just one."
Oh, you do?
After Alec hesitated a little, he opened his mouth.
"... Has your sister ever met the late Lord Kilgren?
Kilgren?
It was a completely unexpected question.
"When I was a baby, I may have seen you... but it's just like I haven't seen you"
Lord Kilgren is the deceased. Father's uncle. From me and Alec, big uncle. Someone who is my grandfather's brother. Lord Kilgren Rufus. The name as Lord Kilgren is more famous than the name Rufus. This is a special title for only one generation, and Lord Kilgren is also the previous Duke of Nightfellow.
"On the day I was born, Lord Kilgren said he had died"
I hear you're sick and dead.
I don't think there's a stinking story about that death... He was over eighty years old, and I think he's more of a freshman. Aging, isn't it?
"Is it possible that I resemble Lord Kilgren?"
I don't know.
My grandfather's portrait is decorated in a castle. But nothing belongs to my brother, Lord Kilgren. If there is, the Duke of Nightfellow house? It doesn't have to be as slight as a portrait, but if it's like a sketch, it's something that seems buried somewhere if you look.
"Alec, why did you do that?
"My father called me Kilgren. And then..."
Did you call me? About Alec? Today, I was given a secret statement, at that time? But even if it's similar, you missee the young Alec and Lord Kilgren, who died of aging, for God's sake, it's not just your father, is it?
Alec shook his blanket. There is a bitter laugh.
"Probably thinking too much. When it comes to your father, he seems to be concerned about something trivial."
"Alec......"
"More than that, we will think about fulfilling our confidentiality. This is how my sister came to drop me off, too. - It's time to go."
It's a shame......
"... right. Just in case, while I'm gone, can I leave this to my sister if anything happens to Peutz to be reprimanded in any way?
"Should I protect you?
Oh, my God, you're the soldier Alec bought Aotea! In case, activate the princess power at all costs!
"Yes, please"
Silence fell for a while and Alec broke it.
"So long, sister. Can I have one last blessing?
"Absolutely."
I'm ashamed of myself for remaining Japanese.
This is the customs of the Esphere. Regardless of the period, send kisses to each other on the cheeks, wishing them safe on the road and their return to their homes.
The order is first by the sender, on the right cheek of the traveler. The traveller, later, on the left cheek of the sender.
On Alec's right cheek, lean his lips.
In return, on my left cheek, Alec's lips.
Moment after moment, something like static ran to where my lips touched me. It's not even winter...... Looking away at Alec's face, he felt nothing.
Is that it?
"... sister?
What's wrong, sir? and gaze asks.
You don't have to bother telling Alec that you're leaving to make him nervous about the prank.
I swallowed the words.
"Come on in, Alec"
That's all I'm telling you.
"I'm coming, sister"