In conclusion, she returned two days later.
The school was on break at that time. We were about to begin our training after lunch in Diamond Cottage. We somehow felt something and we turned our attention to the road that leads to school.
“… Aniki. I smell something is coming here at a great speed.” (Reus)
“I know. Judging from this reaction… is it a horse carriage?” (Sirius)
“Is it from the Galgan company? But, the things we ordered have already arrived yesterday, haven’t they?” (Emilia)
The horse carriage that came shortly after was not from the Galgan company, but the speed was unusual when I examined it by using [Search]. The horse ran like it was chased by something and it arrived within several minutes. Just in case, we prepared for battle in advance.
I saw a high grade carriage, that was of quality similar to the ones nobles use, and soon after it stopped a little before us. Looking at the coachman who tried to calm down the horse, the interior part was not visible. The door of the carriage opened and Reese jumped out from inside. She appeared with great impact yet again.
“Sirius-san, I’m glad that you are here!” (Reese)
Although she was in hurry, she was relieved as soon as she saw my figure. However, she immediately became serious. She stood in front of us and bowed deeply.
“I have something to ask of you. Will you come together with me on this carriage?” (Reese)
“Reese, what on earth has happened to you? To suddenly come without warning…” (Emilia)
“I’ll talk about the details as we move. Though this is too sudden and you may be troubled. Please, please come with me!” (Reese)
“… Is it something important?” (Sirius)
I wasn’t sure why she was in hurry, but I decided to go. I had resolved myself to help her if she was ever in trouble, so this was exactly the time. Being delighted with my words she took and held my hand tightly.
“Thank you very much. Nothing else is necessary, if Sirius-san is coming.” (Reese)
“Reese, is it not ok for us to come along?” (Emilia)
“Am I also no good, Reese-ane?” (Reus)
“… I want you both to come along too. Because… I want you to know everything about me.” (Reese)
It was decided that all of us were going. We embarked on the carriage without bringing anything but the clothes on our backs. When Reese called out to the coachman, the horse carriage started running immediately and left Diamond Cottage. The speed of the carriage was fast even after the number of it’s passengers increased. It ran past the school and out of the town in no time.
In the meantime, we thoroughly enjoyed the high grade interior of the horse carriage, that was rarely seen. The carriage was not too big, but four people could comfortably fit in – with Reus next to me and Emilia and Reese on the opposite side.
“This is amazing, Aniki. The chair is so soft. It would feel good if I could lie down.” (Reus)
“That’s disgraceful, Reus. Sorry for being noisy, Reese.” (Emilia)
“Well yeah, it’s alright. Even I wanted to lie down when I got in here for the first time.” (Reese)
Reese’ expression softens considerably and she smiled at Reus and Emilia, maybe because she felt relieved that we were here. However, I could feel that she was tired, when I looked at her properly. Something obviously happened. If the situation around her was not explained, there was nothing to be done. I wanted an explanation from her.