(MTL)For some reason, the villainess who went backwards lost her magical

chapter 54

2-6

――Why did this happen?

　Inside the wobbling carriage, I twist my head to myself. The person in front of me seemed to have noticed me, and smiled happily.

"Are you dissatisfied with traveling with me, princess?"
"No, no. That's..."

　Shaking his head from side to side with all his strength, he uttered the words of denial, and he narrowed his eyes, saying, "Haha, I understand."
　Kuro leans against his belly with a sweet voice, "Meow".
　That figure is very cute, but since I met him today, Kuro has been overjoyed at the reunion after a long time, and has been clinging to the person in front of me--yes, Theodore-sama.

　――After all……why did this happen?

"Isn't it fine to have as many knights who protect the princess? Besides, if your overprotective fiancé-sama begged me directly, even I wouldn't be able to refuse."
“No, if it’s Theodore-sama, it looks like he can refuse.

　Why are you riding a carriage with Theodore?
That's because Lord Theodore will accompany you to the country of Orta. Also, since Louis-sama is busy with work, it is difficult to travel slowly by carriage due to the schedule, so we will meet at the border town leading to Orta.
　For that reason, Louis-sama has let Theodore-sama and Leonie-sama accompany me. It is a very reassuring feeling to have people who are familiar with me.

　However, Theodore-sama's interest is more in the neighboring country of Orta... No, it's about the past Saint of Darkness and the Black Spirit in the neighboring country. I feel like it's more fitting to think about it.

"Oh, did you find out?"

　In fact, he laughs happily at my question.
　Resting his elbows on the window frame of the carriage and supporting his cheek with his right hand, Lord Theodor turned his gaze to me.

"Well, I'll protect you properly. Along the way and in the country of Orta. Besides, the long journey will continue until near the border where Louis will join you."
"Thank you very much. I feel relieved when I'm with Theodore-sama. Besides, you're always with Theodore-sama on my trip, aren't you?"

　The carriage swaying while facing Theodor-sama brings back memories of the past. My memorable trip always seems to have a great deal to do with Lord Theodore.
　Theodore-sama, who is easy-going but kindly watches over me, brings many problems, but more than that, he helps and protects me.

“Starting from the Marcel territory, then the Milissie territory… and now it’s Alter, huh?
"Yes. You can learn a lot about the world you didn't know."

　It wasn't a peaceful trip, but all of them are irreplaceable memories for me. I think all of them reconsidered my thoughts and made me stronger.

"If you want it, it will expand even further. The world of Miss Rachelle is."

　Theodore-sama smiled with kind eyes as if he were looking at a child. Surely, if the ladies were here right now, everyone would blush and faint with a beautiful face.

♢

　The journey with Theodore-sama will not change, and it will be a fun and light-hearted trip. While admiring rare foods and beautiful scenery at each stop, we arrived at the border town in no time.
　By the time we arrived at our destination for the day, the sun had already begun to set.

　When I got off the carriage with the help of Leonie-sama, I saw a figure running towards me from afar. Even from a distance, it was obvious who it was because of the blond hair shining in the setting sun.

"Rachel"

　Louis-sama, who ran up to me, smiled happily while sneezing.

“Lui-sama, did you arrive?”
"Oh, last night. Are you tired?"

　Louis-sama's arm was wrapped around her waist as if escorting her, and we entered the mansion while talking. This mansion, where I'm staying today, is a villa owned by a margrave, and it seems that it's a sturdy construction, probably because it's near the border.

“Yeah, I came slowly. Louis-sama must have come running on horse while you were busy, right?
"I'm fine. I've had a lot of rest since I got here."

　When I gently look up at Louis-sama's face, it certainly doesn't look as bad as the person himself said. Even so, he becomes worried about Louis-sama, who is busy and tends to push himself too hard.
　Perhaps noticing my state of mind, Louis-sama smiled as if to reassure me and stroked my hair.

　When I sat down as prompted by the large sofa in the hall, Louis-sama also sat next to me.

"Rachel, please take care of yourself. From tomorrow onwards, we will be in Alter.
"yes"
“However, it seems that the air in the royal palace is not good due to the fact that the crown prince has not yet been decided on in Alter. "

　The look in Louis-sama's eyes changed from the gentle look she had just now to a cautious, stern look.

"How are you going to try to get in touch with the Saint of Darkness, who is considered important in Alter Country..."
"Yeah, I know."

　I raised my head, matched my gaze with Louis-sama, and nodded broadly. And Louis-sama's big hand wrapped around my cheek.

"But don't be too frightened. We have Leonie and Roger, and Theodore."
"Besides, Louis-sama will be with me, right? I'm not afraid of anything."

　No matter what happens, I have Louis-sama. how it makes me stronger I'm sure it's a much bigger existence than Louis-sama imagines.
　I put my hand on Louis-sama's hand, hoping that it would be conveyed. Then, Louis-sama broke his face while slightly blushing his cheeks.

"Oh, of course."
“Louie-sama, please don’t push yourself too hard.
“Thank you, Rachel. That’s right, I brought you some rare tea leaves.
"Eh, please let me join you."

　No matter what happens, it's okay because I have someone who gives me strength. While feeling that, I smiled at Louis-sama.