Alice had no intention of starving herself.

So, when she woke up and didn't see someone who was supposed to be in front of her. She decided to go to a tavern or inn or somewhere else to get something to eat to fill her stomach.

She doesn't have even a little bit of food for what she makes by herself, and she doesn't think it's necessary to save it.

So, after spending about a quarter of an hour making some necessary arrangements, Alice embarks on a journey to find food. The town wasn't huge, and she soon found her target, the Frost Tavern in the center of the town.

……

"I'm sorry, miss. We're full of people here. In front of the bar in the tavern, the young waitress explained to her with a look of crampedness. The young man named Eric was clearly not a tavern man, and if he had been more experienced, he would have been able to find a solution.

Of course, he wasn't stupid enough to get home, so he immediately added, "If you're willing to share a table, maybe you can go there." ”

Alice looked in the direction of his finger and saw two corners with seats still available. In one of them sat two chattering women, a Brighton man and a man in a cloak, who were probably discussing cosmetics or something else and had probably been spending quite some time - Alice didn't think she should be in them.

Then, the only option left is the other side.

Alice turned her gaze and saw a tall middle-aged man with a red guard sitting quietly in his seat enjoying lunch.

Redguards. Just a few days ago, Alice had seen another batch. I don't know why, but the inhabitants of these Falling Hammer Province appear more and more frequently in Skyrim.

"Oh well. Please help me arrange, I'm going to sit there. ”

After that, the negotiations went smoothly. The other party readily agreed to Alice's request. There were no twists and turns, no provocations, no criminals popping out of nowhere, nothing but noise. Really, Alice had hoped for it - then she would be able to get where she wanted.

This tavern is really noisy. Although sound-dampening building structures and materials were used. In the corner, I can only barely make sure that I am not drowned out by the sound of fighting, punching, and knocking on plates. Waiting in this environment is undoubtedly painful, especially after Alice knows that it will take at least fifteen minutes for the food to arrive.

It's so sad.

She had to find something to do to be able to control herself from thinking about the Great Tranquility or anything else that would have a similar effect. Otherwise, she might not be able to control it, and then slip with one hand or something.

That's not good for anyone. She will lose her lunch, and some will lose something more important...... Like a hand or a foot or something? That would be a foolish thing to do.

Alice took a light breath and began to look at the middle-aged Red Guard man in front of her from head to toe. It was the most distracting method she could think of.

He didn't have a sword with him. Not even the curved sword characteristic of the Redguards. Wears a very ordinary, but very neat, pale red linen robe. He wears several inconspicuous rings on his hands, and his bare skin is free of tattoos and tattoos. There was no paint or battle marks on his face, his expression was calm, and his eyes were warm—he looked like a merchant.

Maybe it's a good idea to have a chat with him?

So, taking advantage of his leisure, Alice said to him, "Hello, I am Alice from Sirodil. Who are you? ”

He looked up, and there was no unusual change in his eyes. He just said lightly: "I came from the hammer, you can call me Ba." ”

It sounds like a pseudonym, but it doesn't really matter.

"Oh~ That's a far away place. Did you come to Skyrim for business? Alice immediately continued his words, saying that although such a conversation was not nutritious, it would be better to be able to pass the time.

But Ba's answer was clearly not within the scope of what she had in mind. He replied, "No, I just wanted to go somewhere, so I came to Skyrim to find my guide." ”

[Leader? Is he a traveler? 】

"Then you have to be careful, Skyrim Province has been very unpeaceful lately."

"No, there's no need for that." The Redguard replied, "This place is safe, there is nothing for me to be careful about. ”

Well, Skyrim Province is safe. Alice suddenly thought of the bandits that roamed the mountains, the vampires who came out of the night, the mysterious dark wizards, and the dragon named Minimunil.

It's good, Skyrim Province is safe. Alice suddenly felt the urge to flip the table in front of her.

Alice didn't know how to describe the guy in front of her, and she was sure that the Redguard, who called himself Ba, didn't have any magical energy fluctuations on him, and she didn't feel even the slightest hint of danger. It seems that he should be an ordinary person, is he so lucky that he has never encountered the slightest danger?

"I would venture to ask, where do you want to go? Maybe I can help? She asked curiously.

Ba gave her a quick glance and replied before Alice felt offended, "You can't help me, at least not yet." ”

"You'll at least have to tell me you want to go there." Alice spread her hands, "If you don't say it, how will I know?" I'm still a little confident in my abilities. ”

"Since you're so insistent...... Ba put the plate away and stood up. Then, when you can send me there, I'll come to you. He nodded slightly at Alice and left.

"Huh?" Alice wanted to ask again, but just then her food happened to be brought by the waiter. By the time she weighed whether to eat or catch up, Ba had disappeared without a trace.

"Inexplicable people." Alice shook her head and sat down.

[I always feel like I've just done something amazing.] 】

……

Half an hour later, Alice, who confirmed that she would hold on if she ate anything more, left the Frost Tavern.

Sure enough, after a good night's sleep and a bite to eat. The uneasiness that had been haunting Alice's mind had mostly dissipated. Although I still feel a little uncomfortable, it has fallen to an acceptable range.

So what's next? If you want to come, you can only go back to the hotel. Alice believed that it had taken Ladia so long to get rid of the chores that didn't have any difficulty. But if she doesn't show up when Alice returns to the hotel, then there are some punishments to consider.

The previous accounts have not yet been settled, Alice thought maliciously.

[If she doesn't give a suitable reason, I'll tie her up and stuff her in a sack and transport her to Mossal!] Let her taste hungry too! 】

[But if I do this, who will cook for me?] And I'm not really hungry either......]

【……】

Just as the girl was thinking wildly, her steps had already unconsciously crossed the threshold of the hotel and came to the room she had ordered.

Even without pushing the door open, Alice could sense her heartbeat and breathing coming from inside the room. It seemed that everything she had just thought about could only be relegated to useless memories.

But why are there two people in this room?

Alice looked at the house number to make sure she had lost her eyes.

Well, this is indeed the room she and Lydia ordered.

Alice lifted her foot and kicked the door of the guest room open along with the lock behind the door. Then she saw a panicked Lydia, and a ...... A little boy in tattered clothes.

"I thought, I need an explanation."

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"So, not only did you give all our money to this kid called Bray who stole all our supplies, but you also plan to help him rescue his sister who was taken by robbers for stupidity?" Alice sat on the bench, and although she didn't show any special expression, everyone could tell that she was angry.

She knew that Lydia had once had an older sister, and she knew that Lydia loved her very much. But I didn't expect this to happen!

"Tell me, who is he, your long-lost cousin or are you ready to marry him? Say, I don't blame you. Alice said this, and as to whether she would throw a lightning chain at the answer, she probably only knew.

"I just feel like he needs help......" Lydia said weakly. We are not short of money. ”

"Huh~?" Alice almost burst out laughing. "Do you think you're the kind of legendary hero in knightly novels? Specializing in chivalry and righteousness? Do you have rum in your head? Or are you no longer able to tell the difference between fairy tales and reality? ”

Alice doesn't care about the money and clutter, but since Lydia has sworn allegiance to her, she shouldn't take matters into her own hands until she knows it! Even if it is, at least tell her the reason first!

"My lord, I'm just ......," Lydia was about to argue, but the little boy named Bray had already run up to her and stopped her like a chicken protecting a hen. Shouted.

"You are not allowed to bully Sister Lydia!"

He really chose the wrong time, did the wrong thing, and said the wrong thing. Whoever interrupted her anger only further fueled her anger. And Alice at this moment is obviously no exception.

"Shut up, you little ghost!" With a wave of her hand, Alice restrained her with a ball of strength, and if nothing else, it threw the little creature out the door, and although it would be painful, it would not do any real harm.

But her spell was blocked. It was cut off by Lydia with a shield. Fortunately, her head was still clear and she didn't pull out her sword. Otherwise, it really won't end.

"Looks like you're bent on disobeying me?" Alice stared at her closely, her voice as cold as the wind on the white ground. Her hand was already on the Ebony Blade, waiting for Lydia to give her a final answer.

Under her indifferent gaze, Lydia untied her shield and sword. Bend your knees, get on your knees. His gaze was fixed on Alice.

"I insist."

"Good." Alice stood up. Said lightly: "You will get what you want." ”

"You're going to pay for it, though. You will be punished before my trust in you is exhausted. ”

If you are no longer worthy of my trust, then you don't need to be by my side anymore. 】