“No, Lady Vi. His Highness commanded me to stay by your side.”

“Yes. His Highness will be safe, so please don’t worry.”

Marci and Rendolfs responded firmly. However, a trace of anxiety was evident in their expressions.

Having spent a long time together, they trusted Cahilren’s abilities and believed he would be safe. Still, the thought of uncertainty lingered.

Even so, under Cahilren’s orders, they hesitated to leave my side.

“There shouldn’t be any danger inside this mansion. With other knights and Sylvia here, don’t worry and go to Cahilren quickly.”

“But, Lady Vi…”

“This is an order as the Prince.”

At the mention of the order, Marci and Rendolfs exchanged uneasy glances. Though they were first loyal to the Prince and their Lord Cahilren, it wouldn’t be easy for them to disregard my command.

“Marci, Rendolfs, go now.”

Staring at them with determination, the two reluctantly bowed their heads, hands on their chests.

“We’ll leave right away.”

“No, having two capable knights to protect you is sufficient. If there is a landslide…”

The image of Cahilren buried under the soil suddenly flashed in my mind, and I bit my lower lip. The unwelcome vision left me feeling distant and overwhelmed. After overcoming the dreadful imagination, I spoke.

“It might not be enough with just the two of you. Besides Cahilren, there were others who accompanied him.”

“But…”

“Isn’t it better to leave now than staying here like this? Or should I go with you?”

Despite my skillful use of words, my abilities as a knight were mediocre compared to the seasoned knights. Even so, I was holding back the desire to join them, fearing that I might become an obstacle in such harsh weather.

As I tried to take the lead, Marci and Rendolfs helplessly stepped back.

“We will confirm the safety of His Highness Cahilren’s party and return immediately.”

“You can come back slowly, just be careful.”

Marci and Rendolfs, who had been entrusted with my safety, led the knights and left the mansion. I watched their figures running through the rain, hoping desperately for Cahilren’s safe return.

As I anxiously stared out the window, Sylvia approached with a teacup.

“Don’t worry, Your Highness; nothing will happen.”

“Thank you, Sylvia.”

Accepting the offered teacup, I waited with bated breath for Cahilren and the knights to return unharmed. However, the news that soon reached us was devastating.

“Lady Vi! Rendolfs received a message, and His Highness Cahilren… His Highness…”

Viscount Sizz’s face was filled with despair as he struggled to continue speaking. The realization of the dreadful scenario hit me hard. Breathing became difficult as I bit my trembling lower lip. Sylvia quickly supported me as I staggered.

“Lady Vi…”

“Damage is severe, and we can’t be sure, but the clothes he is wearing match His Highness’s uniform.”

“No, that can’t be…”
That Cahilren The Hillik would die helplessly in a place like this? It didn’t make sense. He was a character who survived until the end in the original work, even if he was expelled.

“It can’t be true. Cahilren wouldn’t die in a place like this…”

However, Cahilren’s uniform was different from the regular knights. Even though I believed Cahilren was still alive, my hands shook with anxiety. At that moment, Sylvia, who grabbed my hand, spoke resolutely.

“You should go and check, Lady Vi. It might be better for you to go instead of waiting here.”

“I also think that would be better. I’m deeply concerned that Lady Vi might collapse at any moment if she continues like this.”

“Yes, it might not be His Highness.”

Even Viscount Sizz and Lady Sizz agreed with Sylvia’s words and set out. I nodded. In the current situation, where Cahilren might be in serious trouble, I had no time to deeply contemplate.

“Wouldn’t it be a good idea for Viscount Linton to accompany you just in case? I heard he wrote papers on terrain and disasters and is an expert enough to be part of this inspection; surely, he will be of help.”

I agreed with Viscount Sizz’s suggestion. I was willing to do anything if it could provide some assistance.

Matthias, who had been summarizing the information gathered during the investigation in the mansion’s library, learned about the news belatedly. After hearing it, he immediately adopted an attitude of doing whatever it takes.

Although I wanted to ride on horseback, Matthias, Sylvia, and even Cahilren, if he was injured, needed to be carried back. Preparing a carriage was the practical choice. Viscount Sizz, standing in front of the carriage door, spoke.

“Please go ahead, Lady Vi. I will organize our knights and follow you shortly.”

“Hurry.”

After admonishing Viscount Sizz, I promptly set the carriage in motion. Matthias, who gazed at me with a troubled expression, offered words of comfort.

“Don’t worry, Lady Vi. His Highness won’t return so easily. There must have been some misunderstanding.”

“I hope so.”

It had to be that way. Holding hands, we stared anxiously outside the window.