Tearmoon Empire: Volume 11 [Parts 1 to 11] by Nozomu Mochitsuki

Author:Nozomu Mochitsuki
Language: eng
Format: epub

Chapter 22: Educated by a Certain Someone

“Princess Mia, what is it you require of me?”

Aima had answered their summons, and she appeared slightly nervous as she looked at all those who were present. There was Mia, Anne, Ludwig, and...Dion Alaia. That would explain her panic. Dion was grinning, but Aima spared not so much as a glance in his direction, instead stiffly and awkwardly approaching Mia.

Thus, Mia had succeeded in naturally luring her over to the table...where she silently offered Aima a cookie. Much like latecomers to a party have to chug, latecomers to Mia’s gatherings had to devour. It was the underpinning of Mia’s guest-entertaining methods. The reason? Because no one could become belligerent after being offered a cookie...at least in the world of Mia’s head.

Once Mia had won her guest over, she spoke. “Truthfully, there’s something I must ask of you,” she offered suddenly. “To be frank, we would like you to tell us the whereabouts of the High Priestess and your brother.”

Aima scowled. “What do you mean to insinuate?”

Mia took her time with her words. “You are aware that Citrina has gone missing, correct?”

“Yes, certainly.” Aima nodded with crossed arms. “The Fire Clan also intends to summon our allies to aid in the search, since we are so beholden to you.”

“Well, we believe the one who kidnapped Citrina is most likely the High Priestess of the Serpents.”

Aima’s shoulders shook. For a moment, Mia was ready to hear Aima angrily shout, “I will not allow this ridicule of my brother!” But luckily, Aima remained calm.

“I see...so you resolved to ask me of their whereabouts.” She closed her eyes, clearly deep in thought. Then, she drew in a huge breath...and sighed. “Princess Mia...you did well to ask this of me.”

Deep emotion permeated her voice. Mia was a bit confused by her reaction, but she decided to just be relieved that Aima had not been offended. At least, that’s what she wanted to do, but...

“I have made a decision. From this day forward, I will renounce my brother.”

“...Huh?”

This sudden declaration had caught Mia completely off guard.

Renounce her brother? Just what is she...?

Mia’s puzzlement was all over her face. “No, um... I wasn’t asking...”

“You and my brother are incompatible. If it is necessary I take the side of just one, I choose my friend, Princess Mia.”

It was absolutely unclear who had imparted such a teaching on Aima, but it was still quite the weighty proclamation. The aftermath of it left Mia dizzy. She was indeed after trustworthy friends. Connections that would offer you a helping hand in a pinch were incredibly precious, and thus, Mia should have been grateful for any ally, but...this assertion was just heavy.

I don’t really think I have anything to offer that would equal a blood relation...

Mia groaned with a scowl. “By the way, Aima, what about your parents, or any other family besides your brother?”

“All I have are Keilai and Hasuki.”

“Keilai’s... Oh! Your horse. And Hasuki is...”

“The name of my warrior wolf.”

“I see...”

In other words, her

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