"Nani? You are..."

The most vicious criminal in this country, the guy named Saintess with the last name Skyson.

Although Ryuto almost blurted it out directly, he managed to rein it in at the last minute.

If he had said it outright, he would probably have been killed on the spot. After all, this was someone else's territory, but thankfully he was clever enough.

Then, to cover up his earlier words and actions, Ryuto asked casually, "So, what did you bring us here for?"

Skillfully changing the subject and adding formal address at the same time.

"I've summoned you all here to discuss some matters." The White-robed Young Lady's tone remained composed, seemingly having successfully deceived them.

Phew!

Ryuto couldn't help but wipe away some cold sweat.

"Saintess, please have a seat and speak."

"Very well."

So, at the reminder of Crephis Cleia, the White-robed Young Lady sat down, of course, taking the highest seat.

At that moment, a deep voice came from the door.

"Saintess, you're here."

Everyone's gaze naturally shifted towards the entrance.

A middle-aged man in magnificent attire walked in.

"Duke Osborne?"

Upon seeing the man, the White-robed Young Lady's eyes revealed surprise. However, she quickly shifted her focus to the side.

"And Knight Shuck?"

"Yes, Your Majesty!"

The green-haired man in military attire bowed respectfully.

"As for..."

Duke Osborne stopped midway and turned his gaze towards Ryuto and the others.

"They are...?"

"They are the few who ensured the safe landing of the aircraft." Crephis Cleia answered for the White-robed Young Lady.

"Oh, they are..."

The man showed a slightly exaggerated expression.

"Although I heard earlier that it was a few teenagers, I didn't expect it to be true, and so young. It's admirable to see such ability at a young age."

"Duke Osborne, please have a seat first, and Knight Shuck as well."

"Ah, I forgot due to the situation."

Although he said that, Duke Osborne's actions showed no signs of panic. Is this what it means to be a duke?

The green-haired man also sat down smoothly.

Then, Duke Osborne seemed to recall something.

"Oh, Captain Crephis, you shouldn't be standing there either. Come and sit as well, even though..."

Saying this, Duke Osborne hesitated with a somewhat malevolent look.

"However, I don't mind, after all, the two are unrelated, and this is not Captain Crephis's fault."

Making a statement that Ryuto found somewhat confusing.

"..."

Seeing Crephis Cleia still hesitating, the Saintess beside her spoke.

"That's right, don't mind it too much, Crephis, please sit as well."

A rare use of a more intimate form of address.

Although Crephis Cleia was still hesitant, it seemed she couldn't directly oppose the Saintess's wishes, so she eventually took a seat, of course, at the far end position.

At the beginning, it seems like they had a good relationship too when they first met.

Just as Ryuto was pondering over these seemingly trivial matters,

"Well then, could you tell us about the detailed situation on the plane at that time? After all, you were not only passengers but also the ones who caught the criminals, so you should know quite a bit," Duke Osborne turned his gaze over and said.

"Yes, I am also very interested in the details of this matter," the green-haired man, who hadn't said much since earlier, also showed interest.

"Lord Shuik, are you also interested?" Duke Osborne's voice carried a hint of surprise.