Chapter 11 (1/2)

“I can’t tell you right now about the legitimate reason to make Hugo understand, but…” she said before she slowly turned the tip of the sword. As soon as Hugo and Iric saw the tip of the sword aimed at her own slender neck, they were more alarmed than before.

Iric, who was ordered not to touch her, bit his lips and tried not to take away the sword from her.

Hugo stepped forward in spite of himself, but he moved back two steps when he saw her pointing the tip of the sword closer to her neck.

She said in a sincere voice, “I’m going there to protect me and my father.”

Like vibrant spring buds, her big green eyes reflected her determination.

Confirming her desperate resolve, Hugo and Iric couldn’t say a word.

“I’m not joking or playing with you. Although it’s hard to explain, my father and I are now in danger. If you guys don’t help us, we’ll be hurt. Maybe we will die shamefully enough to make me feel that it would be more honorable for me to end my life with my own hands right now.”

She didn’t want to lose anyone in this world, whether it be father or herself.

At that moment, there was only one driving force that made her reckless.

“If you want to save me, please help me this once while pretending not to know.”

Her conclusion was sincere. Her clear eyes were moistened with tears. She was well aware that her action now was unusual, but that was the best option. Although she didn’t know which was right or wrong, she was certain that it was her best option.

“I pledge to obey the order of my dear master.”

In the end, Iric knelt down first. He could never go against her.

“Got it. Please put down the sword. Lady, please.”

Hugo also spoke with an urgent tone. He was well known for his tough character, who wouldn’t bat an eye for anything, but he gave in to her this time.

Clank!

Only then did she throw the sword. Was it because she was nervous?

She felt as if her arms were asleep while holding the sword.

“You have to hide this from my father until he detects it. If my father detects it now, my plan will fail. So, promise me. If you tip my father off as soon as I leave this room, I will choose to run away and put myself in danger.”

“Yes, I promise you.”

“Iric, let me cancel my order to you a moment ago. Stand up.”

“Thank you.”

Iric picked up the sword on the floor and put it back into the sheath. When he put it back, the tense atmosphere of the room disappeared in no time.

She got impatient and said quickly, “Now, please go out and get ready. I have to leave by midnight at the latest or before the main gate of my house is shut. As I am going on a business trip, it’s better for me to go out as simply as possible. How about disguising me as a maid? My horse should be of a good breed, so take Iric with you and let him pick a good horse in person. If you need to report to me, come directly here.”