Chapter 38

Let's go back a little in time.

I confirmed that the sound of the bell Mr. had mentioned had rung, and on Michelle's guidance, I was on my way to Mr. ’s office in the palace.

Well, the palace is really huge.

Moreover, it’s like a maze if you’re not used to it. According to rumors, new employees in the palace inevitably get lost once and are rescued by their seniors, which has become a tradition when they are assigned to their departments.

Michelle often comes to the palace after adulthood, and she is quite familiar with the way.

Indeed, she is moving forward without any hesitation, so I believe she knows the way well.

“I’m good at remembering the way.”

“Yes, I’m a bit bad at it.”

I’m aware that I’m not good at remembering the way.

However, usually, the servants remember it and guide the way, so there’s no need to remember.

Even in this palace, there are proper servants, so there’s no need to remember, but Michelle has come many times and naturally remembered the way.

Moreover, she often wanders around the palace with a knight during her free time to familiarize herself with the routes.

I wondered why she came to the palace so frequently, but she only told me it was related to the work of the Andret Marquis.

“Oh?”

Suddenly, Michelle stopped.

Ahead, two palace guards were on standby.

As I wondered what was going on, one of the guards approached us.

“Beyond this point, entry is restricted to authorized personnel.”

“This lady is the Duchess of Lindbergh. We are on our way to the office beyond this point, so we are authorized.”

Michelle quickly explained the situation.

According to Michelle, Mr. ’s office is close to the offices of the royal family.

Therefore, I understood that the security beyond this point is tight. However, Michelle seemed unsatisfied and asked the guard for an explanation.

“That’s strange. There are usually no guards stationed here. Are you really palace guards?”

“Miss, insulting us is the same as insulting the royal family. Let’s pretend we didn’t hear that—However, since you seem unsatisfied, I will explain a bit. A large tea party is being held today, so we are stationed here to prevent lost guests from going beyond this point.”

I see.

The palace is vast and easy to get lost in.

If someone were to wander into the area where the royal offices are located without knowing, it would be a serious matter.

“I see. Then, could you please confirm with the Duke? The Duke called us here.”

At Michelle’s words, the guards had a brief conversation, and one of them left the scene to confirm.

Michelle is doing the kind of work that is usually done by servants.

It’s convenient, but I feel a bit guilty.

The guard who went to confirm quickly returned and led us to where Mr. was waiting.

“Being guided by palace guards feels a bit special, doesn’t it?”

Michelle, who seemed to be enjoying it, said.

The main job of palace guards is to protect the royal family. When she said that, I thought it was indeed true.

After walking for a while, the guard opened the door for us.

I was surprised when it was suddenly opened, but no one was inside.

As I wondered, the guard who opened the door said apologetically,

“Please wait here.”

The palace guard gestured for Michelle and me to wait.

I could tell something was off. I hesitated to enter and looked at Michelle, who was staring intently at the guard.

In fact, Michelle had been smiling and looking at the guard happily the whole time.

Is she infatuated? Well, he is handsome.

Palace guards are the dream of young ladies.

I’ve heard that palace guards are basically chosen from noble backgrounds or recommendations from noble families, and their appearance is also a factor.

Of course, they need to have the necessary skills as knights, but there is a reason that guards who look good are preferred for formal occasions.

I understand the logic, but is it really okay, royal family?

Well, there are other knights before the palace guards, so nothing too serious would happen.

But is it right to choose palace guards based on their appearance, who are the last line of defense?

Moreover, it seems to be more prominent with the princess.

It’s quite chaotic.

“The Duke asked you to wait here.”

“That’s not right, is it? Because this is the room that Lord Ibride likes to use.”

Huh?

Who is Lord Ibride?

I tilted my head, not understanding Michelle’s words.

“Are you mistaken?”

“There’s no way I’m mistaken. My father told me not to go near this place.”

Michelle said to the palace guard with a smile.

At that moment, the guard seemed to change, and I thought he spat, then suddenly reached out to me.

The sudden turn of events left me confused, and Michelle hit the guard’s hand with her fan.

“How rude, you’re just a dog of the princess, know your place.”

“You should know your place too!”

Wait, wait!

I want you two to understand each other!

Michelle, did you know this guard’s true identity from the beginning?

The guard reached for his weapon as if to show force.

No, wait!

This is the palace!

Unnecessary drawing of weapons is prohibited!

Besides, we are unarmed! Well, even if I had a weapon, I wouldn’t know how to use it!

Michelle glanced at the guard’s weapon and shrugged.

“There’s no other way….”

With a sigh, Michelle said and walked into the room.

Wait, wait?

Isn’t it dangerous to go in?

“Lady Reisha, what are you doing? Let’s go.”

“Huh?”

“That’s right, if you behave, I’ll let you have a good time.”

“See, even the villain—no, the palace guard is saying this. Let’s wait calmly.”

I was pulled into the room, and before I could look back, the door was closed, and even locked from the outside.

In this strange situation, I couldn’t say anything.

“Um… what should we do?”

“Yes, indeed. It’s quite an… interesting… no, quite a troublesome situation.”

Michelle, did you start to say it was an interesting situation?

Did you start to say it?

Why do you all have a bit of an odd sense?

“Hahaha, I didn’t think you’d be so foolish as to attack in the palace despite being warned by the Duke. I let my guard down.”

Let your guard down?

You said let your guard down?

That’s strange.

Because you’re smiling at me in a very cheerful way?

“Well, what do you think they’ll do? I have an idea.”

Before that, Michelle, could you explain a bit more?

Moreover, isn’t your personality a bit different from when we first met?

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