Chapter 556

Chapter 556

A Selfish Explosion: Me First!

The discussion concluded with the decision that, for the time being, the top priority would be to focus on restoring the relationship between the twelve clans of the Equestrian Kingdom and the Fire Clan. The messenger from the Forest Clan would remain for a few more days before departing to contact Chief Mayun.

Ah Once outside, Mia stretched and groaned. As she straightened her back, it made a popping noise. Her body had become completely stiff from the long meeting.

Its not like my body is sluggish due to a lack of exercise.

Oof

Mia let out a strange sigh, but it definitely did not mean that she had grown sluggish or dull.

Wellanyway, this is quite a difficult problem. I dont know what to do. Since Ludwig was also listening to the discussion with me, I dont think theres any need for me to explain anything to him this time. Someone needs to explain about the Chaos Serpents to Malong-senpai, but Ill leave that to Rafina-sama. It might also be a good idea to talk to Rina-san a little bit about that. She probably knows a lot about the Serpents.

As Mia thought about the problem, she noticed Abel cross the edge of her field of vision.

Huh? Abel?

With an extremely sad expression on his face, Abel headed straight towards his horse. Seeing that profile, alarm bells went off in Mias head.

Abel looked around and then called out to his vassal.

Grammateus, come here.

In response to the call, Grammateus approached Abel and asked, Your Highness Abel, whats wrong?

Were leaving. Get ready immediately.

Prince Abel, wait a minute. Where are you going?

Mia spoke out in panic. In response, Abel stared at her with a stern expression and said, Mia, Im sorry, but we have to say goodbye here. Grammateus and I are going to visit Sister Valentina.

Prince Abel. I know youre worried, but I dont think that just the two of you should go alone.

Abel laughed abruptly. Then, with a self-derisive, forceful smile plastered on his face, he said, Haha worried? Youre wrong, Mia. Thats not it.

Abel shook his head quietly and continued.

If Elder Sister had been taken captive by the Chaos Serpents, then I would have followed your instructions, because that would have been the best possible way to help her. However

Abel gritted his teeth and averted his glance from Mia before continuing.

However, before Mia could buckle under its intensity, a different voice reverberated.

Hahaha. I think thats a bit tactless, Lord Grammateus.

The strongest knight of the Empire, Dion Alaia, stood in front of Grammateus as if to protect Mia and Abel. Then, he turned his gaze towards Abel.

Your Highness, Prince Abel. I think that it is your loss. You got angry for the sake of the Princess and wanted to go, but if the Princess in question herself requests you to not go, then you cant, right? Besides, I believe Ive told you this before: dont make our Princess cry. You do know that this Princess has such a personality that if you leave, she will get on a horse and follow you, right? Even then, do you plan to go?

I

Dion smiled wryly at Abels hesitation.

Can you bear with it for now?

But.. Lord Dion

Maybe its a good idea to calm down a little.

At that moment there were some more intruders. It was Citrina Etoile Yellowmoon who spoke up with a prim look on her face.

Your Highness, Prince Abel, you seem to have lost your composure. Lets have some tea and take a break. I have prepared a tea table over there.

Mia suddenly sensed something in Citrinas sweet, flower-like smile and smoothly approached her in a nonchalant manner.

Rina-san, I wonder if, by any chance, did you put something in the tea? Medicine that could put someone to sleep or make the body go numb?

Citrina looked a little hurt by the question.

Thats terrible. Of course not. Halfway through the conversation, I realised that everything was going to be fine, so I changed it to something to help relax. So, its alright even if Mia-sama drinks it.

Is that so? In that case, I apologise for suspecting you. Wait, what do you mean by changed it?

Hehehe

Citrina had a smile on her face, so Mia realised that it was probably better not to probe farther and instead turned to look at Abel.

Well, in any case, it is fine. Prince Abel, I will definitely bring back your sister.

Grammateus watched the exchange between them in silence. Having been interrupted by Dion, he quietly observed Abel.

Bringing back Abels sister It would be a while before Mia realised the weight of her choice and the meaning of those words.