What was being confirmed?
Was it a confirmation of her life or death? Or was it not possible for King Suou to confirm it?
So I asked Sakura-sama, who seemed to know something.
“Sakura-sama, is there anything you know about Kagali-sama?” (Suzuran)
“That’s… I think my uncle would tell you about it personally. Could you please wait a little longer?” (Sakura)
Sakura-sama seems to know something. But she couldn’t tell me.
I may have to consider the possibility that Kagali-sama was dead. They would’ve told me if she was injured but still alive. But they’re not telling me anything.
A few more days passed, and then King Suou summoned me.
I hope it’s about Kagali-sama.
I will be strong mentally, even if it’s not possible.
I took a deep breath to calm my mind.
“It’s Suzuran.”
With King Suou’s permission, I entered the room. There’s only King Suou in the room. Did he dismiss the other people in the room?
“You’re here.” (King)
“Yes, was I called because of Kagali-sama?” (Suzuran)
“Yeah.” (King)
“Then, how was Kagali-sama?” (Suzuran)
I clenched my hands and suppressed the urge to scream as I asked.
“Long story short, she’s safe.” (King)
“Kagali-sama is alive!?” (Suzuran)
I asked while leaning forward at the words of King Suou.
“Ah, she’s alive.” (King)
“I, I’m glad.” (Suzuran)
I was so relieved to hear that Kagali-sama was safe that my body relaxed.
I had already given up on the idea that Kagali-sama was alive. I thought that today was finally the report of her death. However, I was wrong. But then, why just now? One possible explanation might be that she suffered severe injuries in the fight with the Orochi.
“Was she injured?” (Suzuran)
King Suou looked a little troubled by my question.
“……No, she’s not injured, not at all. But I can’t explain Kagali’s situation. If you want to know more, meet with Kagali and ask her yourself.” (King)
King Suou said so with difficulty.
“I understand. So where is Kagali-sama?” (Suzuran)
I can’t wait to see her.
“In the mansion at Lake Towa. You’ve been to Lake Towa before, have you?” (King)
“Yes, I’ve been with Kagali-sama when she went there before.” (Suzuran)
“Kagali is over there.” (King)
“I’ll head there immediately.” (Suzuran)
“Wait, if you’re going, do it tomorrow.” (King)
He stopped me from jumping out.
“Could I ask the reason?” (Suzuran)
“That’s what Kagali asked me to do. Do some preparations today and go tomorrow.” (King)
“I understand. So what would you like me to prepare?” (Suzuran)
“Just think that there’s nothing in that mansion.” (King)
In other words, I have to prepare everything.
I thanked him and left the room.
I am happy to know that Kagali-sama is still alive. I prepare things to take to Kagali-sama. She may be hungry, so she may need food, alcohol, and clothes. I think about what else she needs in my mind.
I would like to see Kagali-sama right away, but there were so many things to prepare, as King Suou said, so my departure will likely be tomorrow.
The next day, I put what I had prepared for Kagali-sama on the carriage and set off. On the way, I thought I passed some children riding on something that looked like bears, but it must have been my imagination.
I drove the horse-drawn carriage and arrived at the mansion on the lake of Towa.
Kagali-sama is here.
I put my hand on the door.
“It’s open.” (Suzuran)