“Serin? Is that really you, Serin?”

“I give you my greetings, Duchess Elena. It is I, Serin of the Reiner family.”

Serin bowed towards Elena, who had rushed out with her maids and her escort Argos.

“What is going on here? What happened?”

Elena grabbed Serin’s two hands while speaking frantically. She hurriedly examined Serin’s body for any signs of injuries.

Then Jody, who was standing behind Serin, took a step forward and spoke carefully.

“My lady. I know you must be worried sick, but why don’t we head inside first? Considering Miss Reiner’s condition as well.”

“Ah, I forgot myself because I was so surprised… Come, let us go inside. You can wash up and get a change of clothes first.”

“Yes, my lady.”

Elena led Serin herself. The knight from the 7th regiment attempted to follow behind the two. Argos, who was guarding Elena, stepped in front of the knight like lightning. Although he was old and missing an arm, his gaze still contained the full might of a peak-level fighter.

“The annex is only accessible to the people of the Pendragon Duchy.”

Jody spoke belatedly. The 7th regiment knight looked at Serin. When she silently gestured...