The Snow Leopard Baby of the Black Leopard Family - Chapter 151

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Episode 151
It was fortunate, at least, that Nestian and Iker had severed most of their connections with other houses and showed no signs of unusual activity.
Had Nestian added their troubles on top of everything else, even Asterian would have struggled to manage the situation.
“For reference, this ‘Jay’ we’re pursuing seems difficult to locate. We haven’t yet determined why he’s targeting Tiel, and he vanishes so erratically that tracking him proves nearly impossible.”
Alpheus listened intently to Cassius’s words and nodded.
“Understood. But we must apprehend him no matter what. I have a growing suspicion that he may be connected to all of this.”
Long ago, someone had summoned Orpheo to this land.
Because of it, the Balance of Light and Darkness had shattered, the equilibrium of day and night had broken, and not only Crasion but the entire continent had fallen into peril.
Fortunately, the Length of Day and Night had stabilized once more, and the continent had reclaimed peace—but.
That event still lived in the hearts of all who dwelled on this continent. Since then, there had been no shortage of madmen seeking to summon Orpheo and plunge the world into darkness.
Of course, Crasion’s emperors had dealt with them all severely and meted out punishment, but such things had always existed, in every age.
And mercifully, none had succeeded until now—but perhaps, this time, someone had.
“I will do my utmost.”
Cassius replied briefly and plainly.
Alpheus said nothing more and ended the conversation with a simple nod.
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[To Iandros,
Today Ferdi and Ludian returned to the Academy. They said they cannot leave until they graduate. They promised to send me gifts every day before they left. But where are they planning to buy them? Is there a gift shop inside the Academy?]
[To Tiel,
There’s no gift shop inside the Academy. Good that they’ve gone back. They were always trying to chase me away whenever I came to Asterian, which was a bother.
But thinking about it, you must be bored without those two. I’ll visit Asterian soon.]
[To Iandros,
But… didn’t you visit Asterian just four days ago? Of course, I’d be happy if you came. The Asterian cook has developed a new cookie recipe, and it’s truly delicious.
And yes, I had something to ask, but I forgot to bring it up last time. I heard that Nestian no longer ventures beyond its borders. Is there anything else you might know about it? Father and Grandfather don’t tell me much about Nestian because they worry I’ll fret.
[To Tiel,
I’ll have to see if they surpass the Imperial Palace’s cook. And there’s no need to mention that I visited four days ago.
We’re betrothed, after all. If anything, it’s stranger for us to be apart for long.
As for Nestian, I’ve heard nothing new. At least, I haven’t. And don’t be too hurt that those two won’t tell you. Both the Duke and the Marquis have their reasons for keeping quiet with you.]
[To Iandros,
I’m not hurt! I understand very well that those two have their reasons for not telling me.
But I can’t help but worry. You understand that, don’t you? Lately, I feel like my worries are growing as large as your ‘pink cushion’…]
[To the Pink Cushion,
I don’t know why my pink cushion is even coming up! I wasn’t supposed to show you that.
But I understand your worry too. So… I think my ‘pink cushion’ is actually my own heart of concern for you. If you had a private space like I do, I imagine you’d have one cushion filled with worries about Nestian, and another about Asterian.
There’s nothing new I’ve learned except that the Imperial Subjects of Crasion seem to be noticing that the Length of Day and Night has changed. His Majesty is holding it back, but I don’t know how long he can. But don’t worry—even if it becomes known, it won’t bring harm to you. I’ll make sure of it.
So don’t fret so much. I just hope you won’t regret my telling you this.]
[To my big cushion,
There would be three! One cushion filled with all sorts of miscellaneous worries, one about Asterian, and one big cushion about worrying over you—three in total.
These days, is your Ability stable without going wild? I’m asking because the Mark on my body seemed to shine brightly a moment ago. If you need my help, you can call me to the Imperial Palace anytime… no wait, before that you’d be coming to Asterian Mansion anyway.
And you won’t regret telling me! I’m not worried, so there’s nothing to fear.]
[To Tiel,
Liar. You’re worried.
I can tell whether you’re lying or not.]
[To the Crown Prince,
Actually… yes, you’re right.
I am a little worried.
But only just a little.]
[To Tiel,
It’s worry either way. If you need my help, call for me anytime. I’ll come to you. I’ll go to your side and comfort you. Just call for me.
And about your messenger bird—what was that creature’s name again? Anyway, the bird flew into the Imperial Palace and broke my window. I didn’t know the bird I gave you was so wild and reckless. Does it ever bite you? If it does, I’ll take it with me, retrain it, and send it back.]
[To Iandros,
That bird’s name is Lusico, which means light. And it’s not reckless at all! It’s perfectly well-behaved when it’s with me. So please don’t take it away—it doesn’t need retraining. It’s a good bird that’s never bitten me or lunged at me.
Speaking of which, I received word from the Temple today. The Imperial Subjects have been protesting to the Temple, asking if a Divine Oracle from Lyusette God has come down. The Temple asked me if perhaps I’d received one. But is it normally called a Divine Oracle when someone who isn’t a priest hears the voice of God?]
[To Tiel,
Of course not. They’re saying such strange things because they’re desperate.
You don’t need to answer or accommodate everything the Temple says. Right now our interests align, so we’re letting them be—but most of what they say is nonsense. They’re fools who know nothing except how to believe in God. So don’t worry about it. By the way, how is your body? I heard you’ve been sleeping poorly again lately.
I’m sending you some Tea Leaves that help with sleep and a remedy to take before bed.]
[To Iandros,
I’m fine. Lis is examining me again. Long ago,
five years ago
Lis removed the Strange Power that had been infused into my body, but it seems it wasn’t completely purged at the time.
This time Lis says we need to be a bit more careful, so we’ve decided to examine it again tomorrow.
I received the Tea Leaves and the remedy you sent. I had Lia brew me a cup just now, and it tasted wonderful. Thank you!]
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[To Tiel,
You’re still not sleeping well, I hear. I think… it’s not because of that power, but because you’re placing too much stress on yourself over all of this.
Don’t worry so much about the Length of Day and Night and such things. You don’t need to take it to heart when the Imperial Subjects tell you to “Prove Your Qualification.”
No matter how much they call you the child of Lyusette God with the Light Ability, you’re only
twenty years old
after all.
I really don’t understand what everyone expects from someone barely twenty.]
[To Iandros!
I’m fine, truly! My brothers and Father and Grandfather look after me and worry over me every day.
It’s been a very long time since Lyusette God’s Divine Oracle ceased, but thankfully my power remains perfectly intact. So won’t the Balance of Light and Darkness return soon? That’s what I believe! So please don’t worry too much.]
[To Tiel,
How could I not worry about you? I worry about you always.
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[To Tiel,
What would you like as a twenty-second birthday gift?]

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