Chapter 41: Episode 41...

"I absolutely can not stop you if you want to leave for Donatel tomorrow morning, my queen. I don't have the right to forbid you, but at least for the sake of the empire, I beg you to bring Talon and Aqua with you for your safety."

Two bodyguards? Scarlet winced.

"Talon is fine to come with me, but I'll leave Aqua here to stay with the kingdom. She can help you run things around while I'm gone."

Of course, Eigeel raised a hand to stop her. "I respectfully decline that order, my queen. I can handle the matters of the empire by myself with Katerina's help, but please bring Aqua with you. I'll be at ease knowing that you'll come back to us, alive and well, with both of them guarding your sides."