137 137. Solicitation (1/2)

Heiron came to me and glanced at Aria.

He glances at Aria. Aria holds up her dagger warily.

I don't think there's any need to be so cautious. I'm one of the leaders of the ...... Order, as he says.

”That's right, Aria.

That's right, Miss Aria.　If you say so, doctor.

As if obeying my words, Aria tucked the dagger into her pocket.

Heiron nodded curiously as he watched her.

It seems that your instructor is a student of ......'s, but he seems to be quite competent. How about joining the Order after you graduate?

I'm not interested in .......

Oh, I see.

Even though I lowered my weapon, it doesn't mean that Aria's guard is down.

You can't help but think that there's something going on when you contact me in this situation.

In the first place, I'm surprised that the Knight Commander, Haylon, has come directly to the scene.

That's how important this meeting is, I suppose.

I ask him.

”So, what can I do for you? I'm sure you're in the middle of something.

”Yes, I am. But I've left the other side to my men. Since we're in the same area, I thought I'd at least say hello. First Officer Schweizer.

”I see. It's true that it's been a while since we've spoken face to face like this.

It's only natural, since cooperation between the knights often goes through the Knight Commander and his liaison officer.

”Then shouldn't we do the same when we need to?

Hmm ...... you're right, but I told you this was a greeting. Or are you also wary of me?

Haylon glanced at Aria again.

Aria frowns a little suspiciously, but doesn't say anything back.

I let out a small sigh and replied with a smile.

I let out a small sigh and reply with a smile, ”Haha, no way. That's exactly what you said, we're in the same area. And we're on the same mission, you know. Escorting two of the four great nobles.

We both have the same people to protect ......, that's why. In fact, don't you think that's the way a knight's order should be?

”The way ...... the Order should be?

As if to repeat Hayron's words, I ask the question.

I don't know what he means by that, but he seems to want to talk to me.

”Yes. You may know that ...... the five orders of knights are ostensibly in a cooperative relationship, but behind the scenes they are constantly fighting factions. It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for and what you can do to help. This is not just my opinion, it is the common perception of all the knight orders.

”I see. I'm not familiar with such factions.

Even if you're not interested, you'll be involved. As you know, this meeting is for the purpose of ...... joining forces with the Knights of the Holy Armor.

I'm not sure what to make of that.

I've heard that the Knights of the Holy Armor have an elite group of knights as well, as they defend the side of the Empire.

The knights who have come here must also be highly skilled.

It's quite simple - 'if we form an alliance, we're on the same side', that's how they greet each other.

But I don't think that Iris's answer will be satisfactory to Haylon.

After all, she is planning to refuse the engagement.

Or perhaps ...... even if she does, she still needs to connect with us.

First of all, could you please not talk about such things too much in front of the students?

”Oh, excuse me. But the young lady there belongs to the Rheinfell family, right?　I'm sure it's not a problem to ask. No, it's more of an interest to you, isn't it?　Do you know why Iris over there is at the ...... meeting?