This time, the viewpoint is Gordon’s in the first half and Kent’s in the second.
“Older brother, are you alright? You’re bleeding a lot.”
After the debt collectors left, Till spoke to Gordon.
“I can’t say I’m alright… but I’m sorry, could you inform Catherine at Marie’s Bakery or Kent about this?”
“Older sister Catherine and Older brother Kent? Understood, I’ll let them know.”
“Go together, all three of you, in case something happens.”
“Understood.”
Gordon, whose consciousness was about to fade from the pain, desperately told himself to hold on, not to faint yet, and explained his next course of action to Patty’s three younger siblings. He thought about who these three should contact for help, and concluded that if information reached either Catherine or Kent, they might be able to do something about the situation. He had snuck out of the castle without guards or attendants, so if these three went to the castle, no one would pay them any mind. Going to the guards’ station was another option, but generally, disputes involving money were to be resolved between the parties involved, and the guards couldn’t interfere. Even if they could prove assault, it would be difficult to retrieve Patty and the others. Therefore, he thought the best course of action was to inform Catherine, who could mobilize the Holy Knights with her authority. Fortunately, Patty was an employee at the shop run by Catherine’s mother. She wouldn’t ignore the situation if she heard about it. As for Kent, his mother had told him to rely on Kent when in trouble. Although he seemed to be in a somewhat unusual environment, he was a normal student. They were on friendly terms, but Gordon didn’t know what kind of power or authority he possessed. However, if his mother said so, he must be reliable. After watching Bry, Antoni, and Till leave the house, Gordon lost consciousness.
“Ugh, wake up.”
He didn’t know how long he had been unconscious, but he seemed to be trying to wake him up with a small, unenthusiastic voice. At that voice, Gordon regained consciousness and opened his eyes. In front of him, he saw clean white underwear meant for a woman.
“Hm? Are you awake? Don’t get “excited” looking at my pants.”
A voice came from the owner of the pants, startling Gordon. He hurriedly tried to avert his gaze, but his joints ached, and he couldn’t move his body as he pleased. His line of sight still fell on the women’s underwear. Upon closer inspection, he realized the owner was Hanako, Marie’s daughter and Catherine’s younger sister. Hanako was squatting in front of him with her legs slightly apart, and since her skirt wasn’t very long, her thighs and underwear were fully visible. Marie and Catherine looked alike, but Hanako didn’t resemble them at all, which felt slightly odd. However, since they had traveled together on the company trip, he was certain they were related.
“Why are you here?”
“Mm, after-sales service.”
“After-sales service?”
Gordon felt a sense of doubt at the unfamiliar word Hanako uttered.
“I’m here to help fulfill someone’s wish. So, I’ll lend you my power.”
“What exactly can you do?”
“That depends on you.”
Saying so, Hanako placed her index finger on Gordon’s chest and began to poke it.
“Does it hurt here? Does it hurt here?”
“That bone is probably broken. Of course, it would hurt… Huh? It doesn’t hurt.”
When she first started poking, he felt intense pain, but strangely, the pain gradually subsided.
“Then, how about here?”
“You probably can’t move it on your own, so it might be broken.”
“It’s bending in a strange direction.”
“Gyaah!”
When Hanako lifted Gordon’s arm, it dangled limply in a direction it couldn’t normally bend.
“Mm, lift.”
Then she lifted his dangling arm and straightened it.
“Huh? It’s not dangling anymore. And I can move it on my own. What’s going on?”
When he willed his arm to move, it moved exactly as he intended. It had definitely been broken, but this strange phenomenon had occurred, and Gordon’s mind entered a state of mild confusion.
“Mm, I’ll get up then.”
Hanako stood up and looked down at Gordon.
“You can’t possibly get up so quickly… Oh? I can get up.”
At Hanako’s words, Gordon tried to stand up. To his surprise, he felt strength flowing into him, and he was able to stand.
“You have two choices. First, rescue Eliza and Patty, who were taken away, by yourself. Second, rescue them by regrouping with Catherine and the Holy Knights, although Eliza and Patty will be slightly injured due to the wasted time. This is a test of your courage. Choose one.”
Unlike her previous relaxed tone, Hanako’s words carried an intimidating aura that made Gordon feel he had no other choice. However, Gordon didn’t hesitate.
“Naturally, I’ll go to rescue them alone, even if it’s dangerous. If I fail, Catherine will… No, I mustn’t think of failing. I will definitely save them.”
“Understood. Then, let’s go.”
Gordon conveyed his decision to Hanako. Then, their surroundings turned completely white.
“Uwah. What is this?”
The scenery suddenly changed, and Gordon found himself standing in a place lined with deserted warehouses.
“Mm, they’re in that building.”
“What is going on?”
Hanako pointed to a warehouse in the distance. Gordon and the others should have been at Patty’s house, but they had instantly arrived in a different location, causing their minds to struggle to process the situation.
“Mm, there’s no time to think about such things. Take this stick and hurry to rescue them.”
Saying so, Hanako handed him a wooden stick of moderate length, with cloth wrapped around the grip.
“What am I supposed to do with a stick like this?”
“This is the “Wooden Stick of Hinoki,” said to be wielded by heroes of past generations. Holding it gives you courage.”
“That can’t be… Huh? I feel a surge of strength. I feel like I can do this.”
“Mm, do your best.”
Although it was an ordinary-looking stick, when he held it, he felt a mysterious surge of strength and courage. Gordon, whose spirits were high, was pushed in the back by Hanako and charged into the warehouse.
Meanwhile, at that very moment, Kent was spending a sweet time with Elnet in Elnet’s detached building.
“Hey Kent, do you want to do it again?”
“Elnet is so energetic. Then, wake me up.”
“I can’t help it. *nom nom*. Mmm, mmm.”
Elnet, trying her best to stimulate Kent’s manhood, which had already climaxed several times today, attempted to revive it.
“Geez, Elnet, you’re so cute.”
“Mmm. Mmm.”
Unable to reply as her mouth was occupied, Elnet seemed somewhat satisfied as Kent stroked her head.
“Oh? It’s a phone call.”
At that moment, a notification sound for an incoming call rang from Kent’s terminal.
“Hm? Who is it, when we were having such a pleasant time?”
Elnet, releasing Kent’s manhood from her mouth, said with dissatisfaction. Only women related to Kent could call his terminal. However, he couldn’t just ignore it.
“Never mind me, please answer it.”
“Understood.”
As Elnet said so, Kent picked up his terminal and pressed the call button.
“Kent, something terrible has happened. Patty and Eliza have been abducted from their home. Bry and the others just came to my place and told me.”
“What!”
The call was from Catherine. Kent stood up in shock at what he had heard. Conversely, his erect manhood lost its vigor.
“What’s wrong, Kent? Did something happen?”
Surprised by Kent’s sudden change in demeanor, Elnet snuggled up to him and tried to catch the sound from the terminal. She felt the warmth of Elnet’s skin, but this was no time for that.
“Is that Elnet over there? Also, it seems Lord Gordon went to Patty’s house and was injured while trying to stop them.”
“The call is from Catherine, right? Understood. For now, I’ll rush to Patty’s house and rescue the prince. I’ll hear the details then. Also, since the prince is involved, this is a serious matter. Hurry and bring the Holy Knights to the scene. We’ll be right there too.”
“Understood. Kent, Elnet, I’m counting on you.”
Along the way, Elnet joined the call at Kent’s request, and it was agreed they would all gather at Patty’s house.
“Is anyone there?”
“Yes, I’m here. Um, is it alright for me to intrude?”
“This is an emergency. Prepare a carriage immediately. Please.”
“Y-yes. Understood. I’ll hurry to make the arrangements.”
Since Kent and Elnet were naked from their activity, the summoned servant was hesitant, but pushed by Elnet’s force of will, he hurried out of the room to arrange a carriage.
“Kent, let’s hurry and get ready.”
“Understood.”
The sweet mood from before vanished, and Kent and Elnet, praying for their safety, quickly got dressed and prepared to head to Patty’s house.
