"Hmm, so they're returning to the Empire. Well, it's about time we headed back as well," Ethan remarked.
"I agree; we've stayed quite a while. Considering travel time, we've essentially been here for almost a month," I responded.@@novelbin@@
"Spending the entire winter break in Defrin Kingdom wouldnât do. We've received ample recognition for protecting Princess Rainyâno, Queen Rainyâso thereâs no reason to stay longer."
Unlike me, a mere maid, Ethan was the heir to Blackwood Estate. This trip wasnât even part of his winter plans, so if he didnât return soon, things could get a bit troublesome.
"Now that I think about it, donât Natalie and Thomas have to pass through Blackwood Estate on their way home?"
"Yes, Hero," Thomas confirmed.
"In that case, we could ask Queen Rainy to lend us two carriages. We can split up: Blaze Estate lies on the way to the World Treeâs Forest, so Iâll ride with Silena and Agnes. Ethan and Lady Rosewood can go with Natalie and Thomas."
"That would be efficient. Natalie, Thomas, are you both comfortable with this?"
"Yes, Lord Ethan. I think it's a great idea," Natalie replied enthusiastically.
"I- I also think it's the best option," Thomas added, his agreement equally fervent.
With that, the Defrin Kingdom expedition group settled on the travel arrangements, dividing ourselves into groups of three and four for the journey back.
Swish.