After breaking up with Leon, I went to the front door to join Alice and the others.
It's Lindbergh, a class S adventurer and a class B adventurer.
To be perfectly clear, a normal adventurer wouldn't be able to stand his teeth.
But I don't know what happens during the battle.
In unexpected incidents, low-ranking monsters can kill high-ranking adventurers.
I've seen such a scene many times till today.
"Mr. Label! Where's Michelle?
However, my worries end with anxiety, and I will soon join Alice and the others.
"Michelle is safe.I'm leaving it to Dan and Leon. "
"Don't worry if they're with us."
I nod to Alice's words.
Alice, the S-Class Adventurer, is gaining strength to the point where they can be trusted.
I was happy about that, but I don't have time to get emotional.
"Better yet, I didn't intercept the raider until I got here, but what about you?
"I was attacked by a few raiders when I entered the Mansion, but I don't think there were any signs of anyone since."
"Master, the fact that we came through the front door and the Master came into the Mansion from upstairs means that all the raiders who broke into the Mansion have been defeated?
"Sure, Lindbergh is right.But it's better not to let go of the alarm.We should join Miss Michelle now and decide what we want to do. "
We went back upstairs and hurried back to Miss Michelle.
Miss Michelle had the maids and the butler, Marcel.
And Count Gilbert's brother, Brocken, is right next to him.
I turned my eyes on Leon.
A pleasant Leon would take away my intentions.
After noticing my gaze, Leon shook his neck from side to side.
(Does Master Brocken have any strange movements? Am I mistaken?No, Master Brocken is definitely hiding something.)
I was thinking about that, but I will report on the current situation first.
"Michelle, the raiders have all been defeated.This will give you peace of mind. "
Really? You did well this time.Thanks to [Oratrio], no harm has been done to the servants. "
"Thank you very much. But now we have to decide what to do in the future."
That's right.
"All I can say is that it is dangerous to remain in this mansion, rather than knowing the identity and purpose of the enemy.I thought it was best to hide somewhere safe. "
"I also agree with Mr. Label.Ladies should hide somewhere safe. "
Marcel agrees with me.
"That's why I picked you up!Everyone will know the Mansion is in danger from this raid.If you come to my mansion, I'm relieved that Michelle's body is easy to protect because of the large number of guards.My brother knew that, so he must have entrusted Michelle to me.Let's get ready and get out of here. "
Master Brocken began to assert himself.
"One of the assailants was captured as a prisoner before and is now disabled.I will now interrogate and extract information.You might want to think about what you can do with them. "
"So, you're catching one!?
Mr Brocken was so surprised that his open mouth was not blocked that he opened his eyes.
I didn't miss the huge amount of sweat floating on the forehead.
However, even if I point it out now, it is likely that I will be excused for being frustrated because it is not evidence that Mr. Brocken is holding his hand behind my back.
I felt danger and decided to pull Michelle away from Brocken.
"If the raider's intent is to steal money and goods from the Mansion, it may be Brocken's Mansion, but if his intent is Michelle's, it is likely that he will soon find a place to hide in his own Mansion.If that happens, you may be raided just like this one.To deceive our enemies, we should take refuge elsewhere. "
"A captured raider may lie to you.We can't move with such unreliable information.Normally speaking, it's safest to come to my house. "
(Because you can't be trusted!
I thought so, but I won't say it.
Michelle also explained Brocken's unnatural behavior beforehand, so if you look at Brocken now, Michelle should also know.
But Michelle reacted against my expectations.
"Please give me a moment to think.Mary, Marcel. Please come to Mary's room.I need to talk to you. "
That way, the three of them disappear into Mary's room.
After that, the three returned in about ten minutes.
"I'm heading to my uncle's mansion.Hurry up and prepare. "
"Michelle, are you sure you want to do this?
I'm in a hurry. I'll check again.
"Yes"
I don't know why I decided to do that.
But Miss Michelle decided to go to Master Brocken's mansion.
If Miss Michelle decides, the guards will have to follow us.
If Master Brocken is behind us, as I expected, he will not be able to escape easily if he ever enters the enemy's pocket.
While everyone had a heavy expression on their face, only Brocken had his mouth lifted.
"Marcel hired a new adventurer to guard the Mansion.Marcel, please. "
"I understand."
"Then I'm tired too.After that, I'll rest in Mary's room.No one enters the room until tomorrow morning. "
That said, she disappeared into the room with her maid Mary.
Next, Master Brocken returns to the room where he was resting.
After that, Marcel gave instructions to Tekipaki and the maids and started cleaning up.
We're the only ones left on the spot.
"Master, I'm in a lot of trouble.What do we do?
"Our job is to protect Michelle.If Michelle goes to Brocken, of course we'll have to follow him. "
"But even if you're a family member, why do you keep following such a suspicious person?You were given advance advice by Mr. Label, weren't you?
Alice leaned her head with her arms folded and suffered from understanding.
"I don't really understand Michelle's behavior either, but now I have no choice but to relaunch my guard.They could be attacked again. "
I clapped my hands and reset everyone's feelings for once.
"Dan, you stay in front of the room.Alice and the others will stay out of the room. "
"Yeah, I got it!Oh, Mary just gave me a letter from Mr. Label. "
Dan gave me a small, folded piece of paper.
It said something when I opened the paper.
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Dear [Oratrio],
I think I'm confused by my behavior.
As the label advised me, I think it is highly likely that your uncle is involved in this disturbance.
If so, why did your uncle come to me?
That's what's important.
My uncle said in his first explanation that there was a riot and he was separated from his father.
I'm sure that's the truth.
But isn't it uncle who led the riot?
My uncle started a riot and tried to capture my father, but he escaped.
So he came to get me as a hostage.
I feel like it makes sense when I think about it this way.
Marcel and Mary agreed with me.
Then your father is still alive somewhere.
So I will go to my uncle to rescue him.
I want you to accompany [Oratrio] and rescue your father.
I've seen your excellence with my own eyes.
Now, I can only rely on [Oratrio].
Together with Mary, I will monitor your uncle's behavior in the Mansion and show him evidence of wrongdoing.
Marcel disagreed, but I have Mary and you.
Your father told me that [Oratrio] was my mercenary regiment.
Please heed my wish.
I have instructed Marcel to use whatever is in the Mansion.
If you disagree, just me and Mary will go to your uncle.
◇ ◇ ◇
I read the letter to the members as well.
The letter contains a strong will.
As written in the letter, Michelle would have gone if we had stopped.
If we can't stop it, we have to back it up.
"Hee, the Countess has great courage to go where she knows it's dangerous."
Alice nodded impressed.
Ehehe. After all, this ability to act seems like that lady. "
Dan was rubbing his nose with his fingers and smiling.
"Michelle only has her father, Gilbard, anymore.I might do the same thing in Michelle's place if I wanted to help my parents. "
I wonder if Leon, who has been struggling with his family, can understand Michelle's feelings.
He stares straight at me.
"Master, I will talk to Marcel and organize the items to take with me.So please come back later and check the equipment you bring. "
Lindbergh was already on the move to get ready.
"Ladies younger than us say they trust [Oratorio] and risk their lives.We'll have to respond!
I'd better get on with my preparations.
It has become unexpected, but fortunately this is the Count's house.There will be considerable stockpiles.
If we can get information from the raiders we caught, we may be able to respond.
This led us to Master Brocken's mansion.