Chapter 63:

Chapter 63:

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So, youre leaving today?

Yes.

A hint of disappointment surfaced on Lionel Lebatans usually emotionless face.

Where are you going?

Im going to Algiero.

Algiero was a coastal city not far from Carcassonne.

It was the destination Juliet had originally chosen. Despite numerous hardships and detours,

And after Algiero?

Im not sure.

Juliet gave a faint smile.

Shed eventually have to return to the capitals counts residence, but She was afraid of running into people she disliked.

Lionel sneaked a glance at his granddaughter.

Arent you worried about traveling alone?

Its okay.

Juliet grinned.

Ill visit again. Take care, Grandpa. And please take care of him.

She decided to leave the baby dragon behind.

If Lionel Lebatan was owner, thered be no worries about going hungry or being exploited by bad people.

While waiting for her luggage to be loaded onto the carriage, Juliet checked the weather.

I hope it doesnt rain this year, Juliet thought, smiling faintly.

Last year, it rained too much and was too cold.

Juliet absentmindedly touched a piece of mirror in her hand.

Shed almost forgotten, but she wondered if Lennox still held The hundred eyes of Argos and, if so, if her location remained hidden because of this mirror shard.

Just think positively.

She didnt want him to know where she was going. It was partly due to her fragile pride.

Juliet was lost in thought.

Where are you headed?

Suddenly, a hand from behind took Juliets luggage.

Roy!

Juliet greeted him warmly.

He said he had visited Katia a few days ago.

For Juliet, Katia was a mystery. On the map, Katia is a massive forest occupying the central eastern region. Yet, Roy frequently traveled between the two sides.

When did you get here?

Just now. Where are you going, Juliet? Roy asked, holding the luggage.

Oh Im going to meet someone I really want to see.

Hearing that, Roy, who was loading the luggage onto the carriage, paused and looked at her, asking:

Who?

Juliet replied with a broad smile.

Someone I really like.

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Its okay.

Roy smiled.

It cant be boring. Were going to meet someone Juliet likes.

And Roys answer remained the same for the third time.

Juliet was having regrets. Why did she eagerly agree to Roys request to join?

The excitement of meeting someone after a long time was undeniable. Its just a half-day journey after all.

Juliet held an envelope in her hand.

She was heading to the address written on the envelope.

While fidgeting with the envelope, Juliet suddenly became curious.

You know, Roy.

Yes.

Can I ask you something?

Anything.

How did you know I was in Canabel Village?

It had been a long-standing question for Juliet.

They had only briefly met on a train, so rescuing her by coincidentally passing by that remote mountain village seemed strange.

And just this morning was the same. Roy seemed to know exactly where Juliet was.

Roys companions would appear and disappear, but he especially would always show up unexpectedly.

Its your scent.

It was a simple answer, but Juliet was taken aback.

Come to think of it, Ive read about it.

Lycanthropes perceive humans to have a foul odor and therefore despise them.

Seeing Juliets worried face, Roy tilted his head.

What are you thinking?

Ive heard somewhere

As Juliet cautiously paraphrased what she heard, Roy grinned.

Thats not true. You have a pleasant scent.

Really?

Yes, very much so.

Roys serious nod almost convinced Juliet.

So, Juliet buried her face in her shawl for a moment, pretending to adjust it.

I dont smell anything.

Only a slight scent of grass flowers came from the clean shawl.

When she looked up with a puzzled expression, Roy was holding back his laughter.

Ahem.

Embarrassed, Juliet pretended to clear her throat.

Its not just body odor How should I put it? Its hard to explain.

Roy genuinely looked regretful.

I wish you could feel what I feel soon.

Its just a light-hearted comment.

As she responded awkwardly, Roy added in a serious tone.

Just know this, I can always find Juliet wherever she is.