Chapter 99
‘What does it mean that Kuhn’s whereabouts are unknown?’
Because Elena was sitting right next to Carlisle, she unintentionally overheard the words Zenard whispered . Kuhn’s expressionless features floated into her mind .
‘Was he doing something dangerous?’
Elena’s expression hardened . However, Carlisle’s even more terrifying aura was more than enough to make an opponent shrink .
Mirabelle, unaware was what happening, ventured forward cautiously .
“Is there something wrong, brother-in-law?”
“…It’s nothing . Just like I said, go see the palace with you sister and watch the puppet play . I’ll have someone show you around, and if there’s any inconvenience, just let me know . ”
“Ah, yes . ”
“I have an urgent matter to attend to, so I’ll take my leave first . Please enjoy yourself . ”
Although he swiftly concealed any trace of darkness, his face was still like stone . Elena watched Carlisle rise from his seat and wondered what happened, but she couldn’t ask in front of Mirabelle .
The sisters watched as Carlisle quickly left the room along with Zenard, then Mirabelle turned to Elena with an excited voice .
“Heheh, I think he’s the best! I didn’t think I could send my sister to just anyone, but the more I see him, the more I feel relieved . ”
Mirabelle helped herself to the cookies and hot chocolate on the table . Her love was reassuring to Elena, but on the other hand, Carlisle’s sharp terse was stuck on her mind .
Elena immediately shook her head and dismissed any unnecessary worries . She came here to visit the palace grounds with Mirabelle . If she couldn’t help in any way, it was better to focus what was right in front of her .
“Wow . Imperial Palace cookies are so different . It’s so delicious . Go ahead and try it . ”
“Yes, I’ll eat plenty . If we run out, let’s ask for more . ”
“Should we?”
As Elena saw Mirabelle smile and laugh, the unease in Elena’s mind gradually faded away .
Carlisle seemed to have made many arrangements for their visit . Elena and Mirabelle were free to roam around the grounds, and they saw many species of rare flowers and trees, rippling manmade lakes, and portraits of long-ago emperors .
That was just the beginning . Inside one of the palaces was a kind of museum that held all kinds of rare artwork . There were also offerings from other kingdoms and a collection of unusual items not found in the Ruford Empire . There were also many buildings on the grounds, and they appreciated the variety of architecture and beautifully decorated gardens .
Elena and Mirabelle were having a pleasant conversation as they arrived in front of another splendid palace . The servant, who had been silently guiding their path, stood to block their way .
“Ah, you cannot go in here . ”
Mirabelle gave him a questioning look .
“Why? What kind of palace is this?”
“This is where Her Majesty the Empress lives, and you cannot enter without permission . ”
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“Ah, really?”
She looked up at the palace in curiosity .
Deudeudeudeu .
There was an ornate carriage coming out of the palace . It was going at speed, but a moment was all Mirabelle needed to catch a glimpse of a familiar-looking person inside .
“…Lady Selby?”
Mirabelle murmured, and Elena looked over in curiosity .
“What do you mean? What about Lady Selby?”
“I was wondering if it was Lady Selby who was in that carriage . ”
“Really?”
Rumor had it that Helen had confined herself to her mansion and did not go outside . It wasn’t that Helen couldn’t go to the Empress’ palace, but there was something strange about those two people who seemed to have no contact with each other meeting at this time . As Elena stared at the back of the retreating carriage, Mirabelle spoke in a light voice .
“It might be wrong . Don’t worry about it . ”
“Alright . Shall we go back then?”
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The both of them turned away from the Empress’ palace, and spent their time viewing many other rare and precious things . Seeing the outside of the Empress’ palace was enough, and after a long walk, they were hungry and tired . If Elena was this fatigued, and she worried about what condition Mirabelle was in .
“Shall we go back and have dinner and watch the puppet play Caril told us about?”
“Yes . Let’s go, sister . ”
There was nothing lacking in their perfect outing . Elena also was extremely pleased to have spent this time with Mirabelle .
This was not the end yet, either . As soon as Elena and Mirabelle returned to palace of the Crown Prince, the dinner prepared for them seemed ready to break the table’s legs .
“Oh, sister, we’re alone…but that’s enough for about twenty people . ”
“…I know . ”
Even Elena could not help but let her jaw drop at the sheer amount of food . From the appetizers to the desserts, there was nothing that wasn’t the best the empire could offer .
She seated herself in a comfortable chair to watch the puppet play, and Elena felt like she was in heaven . But…there was one thing that kept dwelling on her mind .
‘…I didn’t see Caril . ’
It seemed he was too busy to join them for dinner . She didn’t even have the chance to secretly ask him what had happened . Although being with Mirabelle made her happy, her worry over Carlisle was like a splinter in her throat . Elena was not in a position where he could let her know what was happening to him . To continue this happiness, he had to be emperor .
When the puppet play was over, Mirabelle burst into applause, but Elena hadn’t been able to concentrate on anything else . They wrapped up the day’s activities and went to the rooms prepared for them .
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“Sister, I’m going to change into my nightwear and find you . It’s been a while since we’ve done this, but can we sleep together in the same bed?”
“I’m sorry, I’m so tired that I’ll fall asleep soon . I’ll see you early tomorrow . ”
“Yes, alright . ”
They waved their good nights to each other . After watching Mirabelle enter the room, Elena turned around and headed for Carlisle’s room first . She hoped she could find someone who knew where he was now . Fortunately, she came across the servant who had been their guide that day .
“Hmm? Why are you out here, My Lady?”
“Show me where the prince is . ”
“His Majesty cannot meet you because he is on urgent business–”
“Right now . ”
Elena spoke firmly, her face stern . The servant flinched and answered with a nod of his head .
“I-I understand . This way, please . ”
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