I am the heroine's godfather!

"Yes, I've heard it's very dangerous!"

Daisy looked worried, and Anna scratched her head: "It sounds like an adventure story from 'The Sorcerer's Chronicle,' where evil cultists try to stop the festival, the sorcerer and the princess thwart their plot, and develop feelings for each other during their adventure..."

"Your Highness Anna, this is no small matter!"

Daisy looked a little worried: "This is a conspiracy by followers of an evil god!"

"It's okay, it's okay, I'll handle it!"

"Yes, yes, with Loran here, everything will be fine."

Watching Anna and Charlotte, who were so confident in their parents, Daisy felt a mix of helplessness and envy, envying them for having such trustworthy and close elders.

Noticing that Daisy's expression was a little off, Anna quickly said, "Speaking of which, Charlotte, what did you bring? Why are you being so mysterious?"

Daisy's attention was also diverted: "I'm a little curious too."

"hey-hey......"

Charlotte chuckled mysteriously twice: "It's a biography of Her Majesty the Saint!"

However, the other two rolled their eyes: "Tch~"

"Charlotte, I've already read Her Majesty's biography!"

"That's right, that's right! I have three copies in my bedroom! One for my collection, one for reading, and one for lending to others!"

Daisy and Anna spoke up, clearly dissatisfied. After all, Her Majesty's biography was a bestseller worldwide; how could book lovers like them not have read it? Charlotte had been so mysteriously hiding it for so long, and this was all?

The two immediately felt deceived.

Charlotte, however, revealed a smug smile: "No, look!"

She carefully took the gift box out of her bag, then opened it, revealing a more ornate cover than the regular version.

The two women gaped, speechless for a long time. After a while, Anna finally came to her senses: "This...this...could this be...!"

"Collector's Edition!"

Daisy picked up the thread, and Charlotte revealed a smug look: "That's right, it's the collector's edition with Her Majesty the Saint's autograph!"

Chapter 47 Don't Easily Trust What Strangers Say

After the girls had been reading for a while, Anna suddenly clapped her hands and said, "It's so boring staying in the room all the time. Why don't we go to the garden to read?"

Charlotte and Daisy exchanged a glance and did not object, so the group took their books and headed to the garden.

The garden at the Princess's residence was quite beautiful, even more exquisite than that of Morganfleur's—after all, neither Loran nor Serena were particularly fond of flowers, so the garden at Morganfleur's was a legacy from Loran's parents. Therefore, even Charlotte exclaimed in surprise upon seeing the garden.

So, Victoria is truly a top-tier sister-complex guy.

Anna was quite proud: "This is a gift from my sister!"

"Your Highness Victoria is so kind to Anna."

Although Charlotte also thought the garden was beautiful, she didn't feel too much envy towards Anna. After all, while Anna cared about her sister, her own nominal sister was best left unmentioned, but Charlotte also had Loran and Miss Serena who cared about her.

But Daisy's eyes were filled with obvious envy, after all, her parents were hardly good to her.

"hey-hey......"

Anna smiled smugly, then pulled her two friends into the pavilion in the middle of the garden.

"Wow, this is my favorite part!"

Opening the travelogue, Anna pointed to a passage and exclaimed: "Lord Lorian, who has always been resistant to others because of his childhood experiences, has finally learned to open his heart with the care of Her Majesty the Saint and his teammates. It really moves me every time I read it!"

"Hmm, I prefer this part."

Daisy's eyes sparkled as she turned a few pages: "On the eve of the Battle of Middlesbrough, Her Majesty the Saint revealed her identity to her teammates, wanting to face the enemy alone, only to discover that her teammates had all been hiding their strength."

"Yes, yes, that part was also very interesting!"

The two chatted happily, and Anna then looked at Charlotte: "Charlotte, which part do you like the most?"

"me?"

Charlotte touched her lips: "I love the beginning the most."

"The beginning? Ah, you mean the story of Her Majesty the Saint and Lord Lorian's first encounter on the highest peak of the Hiscana Mountains?"

Anna said, and Daisy nodded, "So that's what it was. This part really feels like a destined encounter!"

"Speaking of which, I'm really curious about what happens next in the story."

Anna suddenly sighed, and Charlotte added, "Her Majesty the Saintess has returned to the Holy City, but what happened to Lady Estia, Lady Christine, and Lady Lorian?"

"And more and more!"

Daisy raised her hand: "What exactly does Her Majesty the Saint want to say to Lorian?"

"Sigh, I'm really curious."

The three girls chatted away, creating a harmonious atmosphere. On a beautiful afternoon, sunlight streamed into the garden, and the girls' laughter and the occasional chirping of cicadas intertwined to create a melodious tune.

In moments of leisure, time always passes, and at four o'clock in the afternoon, the tea party came to an end. The three of them rose, intending to return to the mansion and then go home.

If they hadn't encountered that mysterious, ominous person.

The man, dressed in a long black robe and wearing a mask with seven eyes, stood at the garden's exit, quietly watching the girls.

The air became thick and filled with an eerie atmosphere.

Anna and Daisy were startled, and Charlotte shielded them behind her, asking, "Who are you?!"

"Hehehe, don't be nervous, ladies."

The mysterious man let out a hoarse laugh: "I just want to play a game with you all."

"game?"

Charlotte frowned: "We're not interested in playing any games with you. Get out of the way, or we'll call for help!"

This person seemed beyond her capabilities, and the fact that he had entered the princess's residence so silently spoke volumes about his strength. But Charlotte wasn't afraid—if this person were truly so powerful, he would have simply barged in; why would he be hiding? There must be something he was wary of in the residence, or at least he didn't want to be discovered.

So Charlotte was wary, but not very afraid.

The mysterious man chuckled softly, then said, "Miss Charlotte Bernette, you can certainly call for help, but I think you'd better listen to what I have to say."

He said in a low voice, "Just as Miss Daisy Mithridates heard, we planted seven bombs in the city."

When Daisy heard that she was also involved, she peeked out. When the man mentioned the bomb, she gasped and exchanged a glance with Charlotte, a hint of suspicion flashing in her eyes: "You're the one who planted the bomb?"

"Hehe...that's exactly right."

"What is your purpose!"

Anna suddenly spoke up, and the mysterious man chuckled twice: "Just like I said, this is just a game."

“Miss Anna Isnar, I imagine you wouldn’t want your sister to die because of a bomb, would you?”

"you!"

Anna was furious. Her sister was the most important person to her. The mysterious hand pressed forward slightly: "Don't worry, Miss Anna. Since it's a game, there must be a way to avoid this ending."

The mysterious man produced a piece of paper: "The location of the bombs is hidden in the riddle. If you can find seven bombs before the Goddess of Light Festival begins tomorrow night, you win, and I will dismantle all the bombs as you wish."

"However, if you don't find all the bombs, they will blow the entire city to smithereens with a 'bang' when the Festival of the Goddess of Light begins."

"Don't doubt the power of my bombs; each one could destroy this city."

"Also, don't even think about telling anyone else about this, otherwise the bomb will explode immediately."

"Then, I look forward to your performance."

The mysterious figure vanished, leaving only the paper drifting slowly down. Charlotte, Anna, and Daisy exchanged glances, and Daisy timidly asked, "So, what should we do?"

"I think we should trust Loran and the others."

Charlotte's expression was serious: "This is not something we can interfere with. If the other party is truly a follower of an evil god, then not a single word he says should be believed."

"But......"

Anna was silent for a moment before speaking, "What if my sister and Mr. Loran can't resolve this?"

“If neither Loran nor Princess Victoria can solve this, then there’s nothing we can do.”

"No, Charlotte, there's still something we can do!"

Anna suddenly spoke up: "Although we don't know what that guy is thinking, we should at least give this information a try."

"...I still think it was a bit too impulsive."

Charlotte felt something was off, but couldn't find the answer. She could only shake her head and look at Daisy: "Daisy, what do you think?"

"...I support Princess Anna's idea."

Although she didn't know why, this somewhat timid little girl actually chose to agree with Anna's suggestion. Charlotte sighed, "Alright, two to one, then I'll listen to you."

"so?"

Anna and Daisy exchanged a glance, somewhat surprised. Charlotte nodded: "Let's find the bomb."

Chapter 48 Riddler, get out of Enshi! (Annoyed)

Having made their decision, the group picked up the note. Charlotte opened it, glanced at it, and frowned.

“The sleeping object reflected the first martyr, and the river that followed, after dawn, buried the second. The third died in old age. Then the lower was like the upper, and the upper like the lower, and the fourth died before the three great ones.”

"The fifth will die in flames, and the sixth will fall where the sun and moon shine together."

"Finally, at the end of the Möbius strip, the seventh is buried in a place where he can be bathed in the first rays of dawn."

As Charlotte finished reading the words on the note in her pleasant voice, the other two felt a little confused.

“这是什么意思每^日.发！书，群【6`5,0/5^0”2*3>3.8】？”

Anna looked puzzled, and Daisy whispered, "Could the words 'martyrs' and those people written inside be the bomb?"

“...Daisy is right.”

Charlotte nodded: "Then it's simple. The place where the 'martyrs' are buried is where the bomb is located."

Charlotte's affirmation pleased Daisy, her cheeks flushed, making her look quite adorable. Anna carefully studied the words: "The sleeping object reflects the first martyr... What is the sleeping object?"

"Sleeping, sleeping... Could it be a place related to sleep? Like a hotel?"

Daisy offered her opinion in a low voice, but Charlotte shook her head: "I don't think so. There must be something else that symbolizes slumber."

"But anyway, Anna, Daisy."

Charlotte sighed. "We might be busy tomorrow."

"Hehe, this sounds like an adventure story."

Anna raised her fist, looking very excited, and Daisy also seemed very excited.

And so Daisy bid farewell to Charlotte and Anna and returned home, while Charlotte went to find Lorraine.

“Loran…”

Upon seeing Lorraine, Charlotte was still conflicted about whether or not to tell him. But remembering the mysterious man's threat, she dared not take the risk.

"What's the matter, Charlotte?"

"......fine."

Charlotte shook her head and said, "I have plans with Daisy and Anna to hang out tomorrow."

Are you out all day?

"...Maybe so."

"That's it."

Loran nodded: "I'll be at the City Lord's Mansion tomorrow. If you need anything, come find me there."

"Well, I see."

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The carriage stopped in front of a somewhat old two-story building. Daisy got off the carriage and was driven away by the coachman who had hired her for the day.

Baron Mitried, though still nominally a baron, was actually in dire financial straits. Aside from the title of nobility, the previous generation left Baron Mitried only with a mountain of gambling debts.

Baron Mitrid's fiefdom had long been mortgaged, but due to their noble status, the debt collectors dared not press too hard. If Baron Mitrid could work hard now and pull some strings, it wouldn't be impossible for him to redeem his fiefdom and make a comeback.

After all, nobles always have more avenues for upward mobility than the poor.