Hold on, Tanya.

It was the middle of the night. I was about to leave, but was called to a stop.

What is it, Dida? Im busy.

I glared at him, but Dida maintained his usual casual smile.

I know. You received an order from milady to investigate the east region, correct? And you also have to look after young master. Youre working quite hard.

If you think so, then perhaps it would be a good time to leave now.

Thats unnecessary.

What?

Ill be the one investigating. If youre buying a biscuit, you should go to the biscuit store. Ill go back to the old nest.

Hearing this, I understood what he wanted.

The man before me was from the east regionbesides that, he was once a member of that organization.

Lady Iris picked him up when she was traveling with her family in the east.

It wasnt far from the capital of the territory, plus it was by the sea. So the east region was a frequent destination for their travels.

That was also when I was working and practicingso I didnt go with her, but instead waited for her at home. Seeing this man come back with her, I was more than surprised.

Dont you have your own work?

I also have quite the excellent partner. Plus, all of our subordinates are well-trained. Everything will be fine.

Even so, you cant do this. Youre the kind of person who wouldnt utilize the organizations power and look into things on your own. But even if it was from when you were young, theyll still remember your faceits dangerous.

Hey, come on. I for one think that I have a few good moves up my sleeve.

I know. You dont have to tell me that. But why? Why do you want to do this?

If were going to put ourselves out there for Lady Iris, I should be the one to do it. As I mentioned, I understand the landscape there better.

As if to demand his true intentions, I stared straight at him.

He smiled, seeming a bit confusedbut eventually, his expression became serious.

I keep having a bad feeling about the whole situation. So I wanted to go ahead and confirm things for myself. If I can clear the slate, then Ill do that too.

Do you think that Ill let you go alone after hearing that?

Ive said it before. I can handle pretty dangerous situationsso, sorry about this.

The moment he said thatsomething hit me.

I had been careless. I couldnt help but scold myself.

At the same time, my consciousness began to dissipate.

The last thing I saw was him.

His expression was incredibly apologetic.

When I opened my eyes again, my brain couldnt process what was going on.

Why? The scene that entered my eyes was so completely normal.

It was my room.

But it wasnt a dream.

Looking down at the clothes I was wearing, I sunk into thought.

I immediately tidied myself up and ran out of the room to report to milady.

Dida has gone to investigate?

The moment I spoke, her eyes went big.

Although I understand that I shouldnt worry about himI still do. Would he do something careless?

She spoke her thoughts out loud.

Even so, if we were to bring him back, RyleWe dont have the kind of resources to send out someone so skilled. Most importantly, Im quite grateful for his actions. Well see how things go.

I understand.

I couldnt go against miladys decision.

Pushing down the annoying foreboding feeling that kept appearing in my heart, I returned to my usual duties.