58 Lady Engages the Black Knight 2

On that day, Gilbert was more uncomfortable than ever. What happened last night at the Night Club - Gilbert's escort of the Dubutante's lady and his future wife - was not only conveyed to the nobles of the Imperial Castle, but also to the Knights of the Kintetsu. I didn't think it was this early. Gilbert felt the sweetness of his reading.

"─ ─ So, your cat was a girl after all."

Arbel, who was witnessing the scene, slightly tangled up with Gilbert. The crew around were also listening to the conversation with interest. I don't feel like hiding my breath.

The captain would have seen it.

"No, I didn't know where she was hiding it. If I'd debuted sooner, I'd have sold it already."

Indeed, yesterday's Sofia was very cute and beautiful. But I don't like to talk about it alone. Today, I don't feel like taking things seriously when they say similar things to me. I have no intention of telling the truth as it is. For a moment, Gilbert chose the shortest word.

─ ─ I'm at home.

"Haah!? What the hell is that theory?

Arbel looked up in surprise. The surrounding crew seems to be weak. Conversely, some people raise their voices with more momentum.

Lieutenant. I've been hiding it in the house, and I'm sure it is, but I'm not convinced!

"That's right. If I were at home... ah! So, lieutenant, you've been home much faster lately?

There is also warm air in the office of the second platoon, which is supposed to have fled because it is uncomfortable outside. Gilbert was distracted.

"─ ─ I'm going to escort His Highness."

At least on Mathias' side, there won't be anyone else. I need to talk to you about something especially today. Arbel stopped Gilbert from leaving the office.

"Gilbert, congratulations, take care of him!

I'm not officially engaged yet, but I really appreciate the words. Of course, I have no intention of not getting married at all. I made up my mind to protect Sofia.

"Thank you, Captain. And I'm glad you settled the rumors."

"That's impossible!

Arbel raised his tongue and smiled jokingly. Gilbert himself didn't mean it, so he just sighed a little and gave back his heel.

The second platoon has Mathias, so there are also some noble children. They would have attended yesterday's evening party. Though I knew something was going on, I thanked them heartily for not touching it.

When I went to the office of Prince Wang, where Mathias was, the men who had been escorting me indoors before were replaced.

"What is it? You're early, Gilbert."

Mathias, who was running a pen with his cheek stick on, smiled bitterly.

"I'm sorry."

To be honest, I didn't have a place. Wherever you are in the royal castle, you will be exposed to an unprecedented kind of gaze. I was accustomed to feelings of fear and hatred. But this is not such a thing. If you think about it, is it like seeing an unusual animal?

"That's Gilbert, isn't he comfortable today? ─ ─ All right, let's hear it."

Mathias laid down his pen and put the papers by the edge of the desk. Gilbert greets and opens his mouth.

"It's about yesterday's night party. Baron and Baroness Lannish, but they may be involved in the production of illegal goods. It appears that the son of Count Birder, who was arrested about six months ago, was also involved."

Count Birder's house was under investigation by the task force a few weeks ago, and we were arrested for inducing an outpatient attack. The son is already in prison for trading illegal goods.

"Because it affects the human body, domestic distribution and production should be prohibited. ─ ─ But if that's true, isn't it the task force's jurisdiction?

Illegal merchandise traded is a type of drug that can be used to obtain strong pleasure and has a strong dependency instead of being excited. It is said that the production method is special, and if it is grown normally, it gains its characteristics by growing grass that is harmless without being exposed to sunlight. It was said that discovery was difficult because the production location was indoors.

The task force is responsible for maintaining law and order. With Count Birder involved, we should have avoided the second platoon getting too bad and making things worse for both sides.

"You're right. But ─ ─"

Gilbert bit his lips. I know you should. It is the most peaceful solution. But there was a reason why I didn't want to do it for Sofia.

"... it's not like Gilbert's obsessed with a personal case. What's the matter, are you in love with Miss Sofia because of her blood?

Mathias said in a light tone. Against his words, his gaze was sharp, and he seemed to gauge Gilbert. It was unusual for Mathias to show Gilbert such an attitude. I have no affection for the Baron and his wife, but I don't want Sofia to have a hard time. Gilbert opened his mouth honestly.

"The current Barons of Lannish have been involved in crime for at least five years. And it was hidden by our former masters."

Gilbert looked at Mathias to challenge him from the front. Mathias opened his eyes and slightly wrinkled between his eyebrows. You must have noticed what it meant. Sofia is an important witness if the crime has been committed since Sophia's parents were the main ones. How should I tell Sofia? Gilbert was always worried.

"─ ─ I don't want to leave this incident to the task force to grieve Sofia."

If we delegate full powers to the task force, we will go directly to Sofia, the only daughter of the former Baroness and his wife. Sometimes they have various privileges in the name of maintaining law and order, and special forces hearings are more intimidating than any other unit. Gilbert knew that with his own hands. Even if they're not suspects, the way they do it doesn't change.

"I see....."

Mathias smiled thinly and exhaled.

"I'll take some time tomorrow. Until then, I'll talk to my father and decide what to do. ─ ─ And Gilbert. I mean, is that what you're talking about?

Gilbert nodded silently to Matthias, who avoided making a statement. Mathias deepened the wrinkles between his eyebrows. Though it is not a word, its true meaning seems to have been conveyed.

"Then it's no surprise that 2nd Platoon is investigating your case. I don't think it's going to end badly."

"Thank you."

Gilbert's heart wasn't at all clear, saying thank you. I want to solve the case as soon as possible.

"─ ─ Besides, Gilbert. Congratulations on your engagement and the ancestral Marquises will be delighted."

Mathias suddenly shouted brightly to change the atmosphere. Gilbert couldn't react and aggressively disappeared.

"Thank you very much. I gave you the news this morning, so I'm sure you'll hear back in a few days."

Because of those parents, I'm sure they'll make a joy noise. But we need two witnesses in order to be formally engaged. I can't wait for Gilbert's parents to agree that Sofia's relatives can't use it.

I see. ─ ─ I hope Miss Sofia turns a little forward. "

Matthias' words seeped with heartfelt love. Gilbert finally relieved his expression. I couldn't do anything until tomorrow, but I still felt like I saw a little hope.