Umarekawatta “Kensei” Wa Raku o Shitai

The state of Wang Du remains the same as usual. But me and Illis, together with a few knights, became the day to receive a visiting team from the Empire.

The "Orenso" compartment - a compartment located on the imperial side, where a strong line of defense by the Knights of Holy Armor is laid.

In the face, even if it is a friendly country, in the end, it can be seen that vigilance is always exercised.

"Aren't you nervous?

"... just a little. But it's okay."

Iris answers my question. [M]

Illis dressed in a slightly decorated knightly outfit. It is also decorated like a nobleman, based on blue and black.

A few, including the Black Wolf Knights, are holding back behind us - me and Iris will be next to Aena Bodle, the daughter of the Imperial Marshal.

A few others, nobles, are to come from the imperial side.

The knights everywhere will be serving as escorts, but the biggest will still be Ayna.

Whatever, she's the top daughter in the military - if anything happens to her, it can be a diplomatic matter.

(I have to get a little carried away, too, I guess -!

With that in mind, I felt signs of accidentally approaching us.

I didn't know anyone was coming here in refraining from the knights.

(No way, a quick assassin...? I bet you didn't even have that information)

At least, there have been no reports of suspicious movements.

Of course, investigations within the kingdom were carried out with greater caution because of the arrival of a visiting delegation on the part of the Empire.

I didn't know anyone was coming here with no visiting team here yet.

It seems that Iris has noticed that, too, and will be on alert as soon as possible.

"Sir...!

"It doesn't seem to be a transmission."

It was the girl in the black uniform - fluffy coat dancing - who showed up to step down in front of me and Illis. Put your hat deep in your eyes, and you can't peek at that face.

The knights, who held back behind them, take their positions together,

"Pfft, were the only two of us able to react before we got here? Lack of talent - the knights of the kingdom."

"! Are you..."

Shows a bare gesture like Illis noticed something.

I didn't think so either, but I never imagined that the priority of escorts would come alone.

The girl who stood up looks at us and makes a clear declaration.

"Exactly. I belong to the Falmea Imperial Army, Ensign Ayna Bodle.

……

... When I thought I made the declaration, I looked at me and stopped saying the words.

Suddenly, I can't hide my surprise.

Iris also looks at Ayna in a puzzled way.

Aena, for some reason, remained stiff and seemed to clog her words.

"Hey, what's up..."

"Er...?

"What's wrong?

"No, the..."

(... No way, I forgot the dialogue trying to appear dressed, or something?

I even think about that in Aena's overly playful appearance.

There's another sign approaching beneath us that's confusing.

It was the girl in the Imperial Army uniform who came late - bowing her head deeply, then the girl opened her mouth.

"- Excuse me. This is Sgt. Aena Bodle. I am Merche Altina, an escort and direct report of Master Aena. The rank will be lieutenant. I need you to know me."

This is a polite, normal greeting.

Though surprised by the gap with earlier, Illis continues with a hazy look.

"Oh, uh... it's Iris Reinfel. I will be your guide this time."

"You're an Illis. Lady of the Rheinfel family - I have listened to you. And you?"

"I'm Alta Schweiz. The Schweitz family is a nobleman of the province, but I will be your companion this time. If you will allow me to accompany you,"

After Illis, I say hello, too.

The girl who showed up in place of Aena, who has hardened - Merche nods.

"I understand, Master Alta. And wait a minute."

With that said, Merche approaches under Aena.

Whispering something in Aena's ear, as Aena regained consciousness again,

"Coho, excuse me. I was a little surprised."

"Surprised, is it?

"Never mind, it's Iris"

"Dear Aena, your opponent is one of the finest households in the kingdom. Such an attitude…"

"Well, I'm going to ask you to show me. Don't you think it's easier to talk about it if it collapses somewhat?

As I ask, Aena sees the Iris.

Iris nodded to respond to it, too,

"... right. If that's all right, let me call you Aena."

"Phew, it's highly adaptable and helpful. Well, why don't we talk about it in a place where we can settle down early?"

"It looks like the other inspection teams haven't arrived yet.... or you've been quite ahead of it."

I accidentally leak the truth. [M]

Anyway, I can confirm the carriage even if it's a little far from here.

That doesn't even mean I can't see it - they were probably in the kingdom earlier than planned.

I don't know what the purpose is, but I don't even think I did that just to make a flashy appearance.

(... enough to come unnoticed by the other knights. Looks like you're gonna stand up too)

The information on the Imperial side has reached my ears as well.

Aena Bodle - daughter of the Imperial Marshal, but daughter, but therefore not affiliated with the military.

She herself is a powerful soldier.

We are told that we will be young and present our heads, and that even women will certainly be at the centre of the Imperial Army in the future - if such a good connection is made between her and the United Kingdom, which is also in an important position in the kingdom, it will also be heavily involved in friendship between the two countries.

In that sense, it made sense for Iris and Aena to meet in this way.... but why not? Aena doesn't really look at me for any reason. [M]

"... the others don't have to worry. Either way, you're acting different from them."

"As you can imagine, we're the only ones who are ahead of us... so I'm sorry, but I was hoping you could give me some guidance."

I politely bow my head and say Merche to Aena, who can also be slightly transverse.

I signal the rear knight. [M]

There are several knights who belong to the same Black Wolf Knights as me, and they are supposed to serve as escorts for Ayna.

Me and Iris are the ones closest to defending Aena.

First of all, if Aena wants it, I'm going to act on it.

"Then I'll show you around with me and Illis. Here."

"... oh, nice to meet you"

It took a different form than I expected, but my work with Iris began.

Approximately three days - I will be accompanying Aena on her inspection.