After passing down his warning, Ceunh-Ru did not linger any further and promptly exited the grand waiting room. Just a minute after he had, the familiar figure of Lardah-Ru returned to escort them out. Just like so, without any trouble, they exited the estate.

Just outside the rampart was also a carriage which had been acquired by the estate guards. Naturally it would be a service free of charge. As per the norm, Vince began his discussion with the driver while William and Rosena entered inside.

Half a minute after, the four-legged lizard-like creature let out a low roar before it began moving its legs forth. Upon seeing the carriage slowly take away the three esteemed figures, Lardah-Ru could not help but sigh in relief. The figure of the woman cladded in gray, along with her tremendous strength, had really left him with a restless feeling.

Only now that she was gone could he at last relax somewhat… Meanwhile, inside the carriage, William was currently seated upon the carriage’s right end, his body facing the way forward. To his left was Rosena’s dazzling figure as she sat with unbridled elegance while Vince sat facing them both. The heavy bag which he dragged around everywhere currently rested to his side, like a fourth passenger.

As the carriage moved forth with a steady pace, William’s ocean blue eyes were fixed on the window nearest to him. Buildings of different shapes and heights could be seen passing by, their only commonality being that they all were forged with lime-stone. Upon every corner were countless stalls which littered the city’s expanse. Some forged markets of different sizes while others stood alone.

When witnessing this, one would easily understand why Rellunh was considered a prominent market city and a beacon of many allures.

However, despite staring upon the scenery, William’s mind was not registering anything. After a few minutes of deep thought, his brows slowly knitted into a slight frown. That did not go unnoticed by the other two present inside the carriage. Both Rosena and Vince’s expressions turned concerned as Rosena directly inquired.

“Your Royal Highness, is something wrong? Hmm, are you perhaps bothered by the news of potentially encountering this Morthak Hell-Fiend upon our journey?”

Realizing that he had made his troubled state of mind plain for them to see, William’s brows loosened as he flashed them an embarrassed smile.

“Ah, my apologies, I was unable to mask my thoughts… However, worry not. Even if we were to encounter this Morthak, so long as you are by my side Rosena, then what is there to fear?”

Rosena gave a helpless smile upon realizing the extent of William’s faith in her.

“I am honored, however a Great Rank shall be no easy foe, even for me. Your royal highness, I ask that you do not inflate your expectations of me.”

At her response, William's expression did not shift. It was evident that he did not believe Rosena’s attempts to downcast her capabilities. To that Rosena could only sigh before once again inquiring.

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“Then if not the Morthak, what has you so troubled?”

Upon her question, William furrowed his brows once more. Instead of answering though, he asked a question of his own.

“Rosena, does Detoxification Magic or Healing Magic help with illnesses?”

Somewhat startled by his inquiry, Rosena did not immediately respond. However, after a slight pause, she began speaking in an excited tone.

“Detoxification and Healing Magics are specialty branches. Detoxification Magic is mainly focused upon countering poisons along with having purification properties. Healing Magic on the other hand focuses upon mending injuries, from large to small. However, that said, Detoxification Magic has proven to help with illnesses somewhat if cast over a period of five to seven days. How quickly it is effective depends on a multitude of variables; however given how slow the process is for most, it is not seen as better than conventional medication. Hmm, I believe that covers it.”

Rosena had gotten elated in talking about the art which she cared for dearly that only after she finished her monologue did she realize a troubling thought.

“Your royal highness, this knowledge should be part of your education course. Have you perhaps not been taking your studies seriously?”

Being subjected to Rosena’s suspicious emerald green eyes, William could not help but chuckle slightly.

“A fanatic indeed… I have not been ignoring my studies, worry not. I just needed confirmation.”

Hearing this, Rosena’s soft brows furrowed slightly. Suddenly a guess emerged within her mind as she asked.

“Your royal highness, could it be that you wish for me to treat the warden? If so then I must insist against doing so, even for me, the process shall still take two to three days. We have already agreed that we can not loiter any longer have we not?”

William flashed Rosena a charming smile before shaking his head. He then lifted two fingers.

“No, no, you have misunderstood. It is not my place to help them even if I wished to do so, and I do not wish so. However if what you mentioned to me is accurate, then is it not strange that the warden has been sick for two entire weeks now?”

Only upon having it pointed out did both Rosena and Vince suddenly widen their eyes slightly. Seeing that they understood, William added.

“The wardens are second only to the royals, I find it difficult to believe that they have yet to deploy a Sorcerer to aid him recover…”

Pausing for a moment, he added the final part in a serious tone.

“Something is not right here…”

Both Rosena and Vince fell into silence as they pondered. Eventually Rosena broke the silence by asking William directly.

“If your suspicion is correct, then what do you wish to do?”

William's serious demeanor immediately faded away as he merely shrugged.

“For now, nothing. However…”

Shifting his eyes to Vince, William smiled.

“Vince, me and Rosena shall continue to the capital. You shall remain behind, I want you to tell me if there are any changes such as if the warden re-emerges. I also want that you gather information, dig into everything which seems odd. Most especially look into any information regarding Sorcerers which can perform Detoxification Magic within this city. If you do find anything of note, write to me with the usual method.”

Vince did not hesitate to agree. As a royal retainer, his lord’s whims were just as powerful as any law.

“As you wish.”

Satisfied with this, William returned his focus upon the scenery flashing past him. As he did, he murmured to himself.

“Let us see what you are hiding, oh Venerated-Prince…”