The Troubles of Miss Nicola the Exorcist: Volume 2 [Parts 1 to 8] by Ito Iino

Author:Ito Iino
Language: eng
Format: epub

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Under the old woman’s guidance, Nicola’s group arrived at a drawing room. However, a man—the house steward—came to apologize, telling them they would have to wait there for some time.

It so happened that the lord of the manor, Marquess Ludendorff, was presently being petitioned by the people who lived in his territory and would not be at liberty to receive Nicola’s group for a while. Therefore, the marquess wanted them to wait in the room.

Even though the house steward apologized, his expression did not change one iota. The steward had neatly combed-back hair—with a few hints of gray hair visible here and there—and a cold, hard gleam in his eyes. These features and his rigid expression made Nicola think of a length of wire.

“I know this region is in the middle of a big festival. I should say sorry for visiting at such a busy time. We don’t mind,” responded Alois. When he did so, the middle-aged man abruptly changed his attitude. He had bowed his head apologetically and raised it all too easily. Then, still expressionless, he thanked the prince and swiftly exited the room.

Once she had prepared some tea for the guests, the old woman retired from the room. Only the traveling party of six remained in the drawing room.

“Now then, we’ll have accomplished the official objective of our trip once we’ve met with Miss Elfriede. And we’ll be able to spend the rest of our time enjoying the festival... However, Miss Nicola, the truth is that I have one favor to ask of you...” Alois said this last part in a low voice.

Nicola had long since been conditioned to respond to any request from Alois with a withering look, as if regarding a hairy caterpillar.

Receiving Nicola’s glare, Alois furrowed his brow but still chuckled slightly.

“Elfriede von Ludendorff... The daughter of the marquess is said to be sickly and has not shown herself to society for some time. She is seventeen years old. Does she genuinely exist? With your abilities, I thought you might find out.”

Nicola frowned and heard Sieghart, sitting next to her, quietly gasp.

“Do you mean to say that the palace doubts whether she’s alive?” Sieghart murmured.

With a troubled expression on his face, Alois nodded and replied, “Yep, that’s right. I did meet Miss Elfriede about ten years ago...but ever since, no one has seen her.” He directed his attention toward Nicola with a chuckle. “Of course, I have no intention of forcing you. This is neither a request nor a command. I don’t mind if you refuse.”

Nicola stopped herself from tutting in annoyance but let out a deep, deep sigh.

“So it will satisfy you if I confirm she exists, right?” This trip only came about because Nicola wished to visit Olivia’s grave. That being the case, she felt she ought to cooperate with Alois’s wishes to some extent. Hearing Nicola’s acceptance—reluctant though it might be—Alois blinked in surprise at first, then a smile broke across his face.

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