Chapter 7

When I came from the Barga territory to the capital, I rode in a long-distance carriage.

This carriage is very large, and it is spacious enough for me to stretch out and sleep inside.

Lord Theodor seemed to know from books that such carriages existed, but he looked very interested as it was the first time he had seen one in person.

Well, if such a large carriage were to run through the capital, it would be quite obstructive. In the Barga territory, we don't use it unless it's absolutely necessary.

To such a Lord Theodor, I said, "Please."

"Please, what?"

Lord Theodor looked puzzled.

"Uh, please come inside the carriage."

"Oh, you're going to show me the inside of the carriage, too."

Following Lord Theodor, I also got into the carriage. One of the guard knights, after confirming that we had boarded, came to close the door. At that moment, he grinned and whispered in my ear, "Miss, you shouldn't touch your fiancé before the wedding, you know."

Really! Such things! Stop it!!

When I glared at him, he said, "Hehe, take your time, you two~!" and closed the door.

Lord Theodor looked at me with a surprised expression.

I, I'm embarrassed...

I was looking down in the carriage as it slowly started moving.

"Miss Cynthia"

"Y-Yes!"

When I looked up, Lord Theodor's eyebrows were furrowed in confusion.

"Is it that the carriage has started moving?"

"What? Is there a problem?"

This carriage is leaving the capital and is now heading urgently to the Barga territory.

"Did you forget something?"

If we act now, we can still go back to the capital to get it.

"No, it's not that."

If it's not a forgotten item, then what?

As I waited for Lord Theodor to continue, he started saying something strange.

"Is it that I'm still in the carriage?"

"Uh, yes, that's right."

For a moment, Lord Theodor and I looked at each other in silence. Lord Theodor's red eyes are always beautiful to look at.

Lord Theodor began to speak slowly, as if explaining to a child.

"Miss Cynthia, I'm still in your carriage. I will ride on horseback, so could you please stop the carriage and lend me a horse?"

"Why does Lord Theodor need to get out of the carriage? Do you dislike carriages?"

"No, that's not it. How should I explain this..."

It was only then that I realized with a start.

Lord Theodor, could you be worried that I might attack you?

Maybe he heard the guard knight's crude joke earlier!?

"I, I won't do anything you don't like, Lord Theodor. If you're worried about something happening to you, I'll get out of the carriage!"

"No, that's not it!"

It feels like our conversation isn't quite syncing.

"…Lord Theodor, do you dislike riding in the carriage with me?"

"Absolutely not! It's not that at all! It's just that it seems strange for me to be in the carriage with you."

"Why is it strange? Lord Theodor, you're not feeling well, so I think the carriage is better than a horse. Besides, we are heading from the capital to the Barga territory as engaged individuals. Isn't it normal to ride in the same carriage?"

Lord Theodor murmured, "Engaged individuals ride in the same carriage…?"

Could it be different in the capital?

I heard a deep sigh from Lord Theodor.

"Miss Cynthia, I apologize. I have been serving the princess for so long that I have lost my common sense."

"Huh?"

According to Lord Theodor, he had never done anything like being engaged with the princess. During travel, they used separate carriages, and he was even refused when he tried to escort her at social events.

"Since I became engaged to the princess, I have been doing public duties and cleaning up after her."

"That's..."

More like an assistant than a fiancé?

In any case, Lord Theodor and the princess were not a typical engaged couple.

I felt a little happy about this, which probably means I have a bad character.

"Lord Theodor, is it okay if we continue in the carriage?"

"Yes, I think so. If I ride a horse in my current condition, I might fall behind and cause more trouble. I apologize, but please let me ride with you."

I sighed in relief.

"I'm glad."

Just having Lord Theodor in this world makes my world sparkle. Being able to stay with him until we reach the Barga territory is a reward in itself. I'm glad we came to the capital.

"Traveling with Lord Theodor will be very enjoyable!"

"Miss Cynthia..."

Lord Theodor cleared his throat and changed the topic.

"By the way, what did you mean by 'something might happen' earlier? Do engaged individuals in Barga do something in the carriage?"

I choked badly.

Surprised, Lord Theodor moved to the seat next to me and patted my back.

"Are you okay!?"

"I-I'm fine."

My face is burning hot. If there were a hole, I would have jumped into it.

Lord Theodor said, "It seems there are many differences between the capital and Barga," with a serious expression.

"Miss Cynthia, could you tell me about Barga?"

"Ah, yes. In that case, I would also like to learn about the capital!"

"Of course."

Thus, our conversation finally began to make sense. However, Lord Theodor's smile was so powerful that I choked again.

Thank you for reading this far!

I apologize, but due to the book publication work for another work, the next update will be on December 16th (Saturday) at 8:00 PM.

Although it will be a while, I will definitely update until the end, so please look forward to it!