Lydia led us further down the corridor packed with royal knights, explaining that it was the waiting room she and the other maids used.

When she lost consciousness earlier, it was likely because she had instinctively thought first of the bedroom she shared with them. As she opened the door, praying that they were unharmed, she was greeted by the sight of one of the maids, lying naked on the floor.

“A-ah… Lora…”

Upon seeing the state of the room and the figure of her friend, Silena quickly covered her mouth, stepping out. Following her lead, the hero and Ethan …