Helmut: The Forsaken Child - H.F.C Chapter 219 (Part 2):

Nils continued speaking persistently.

“She seems to be close to you. You must have encountered her a lot since the first and second-years sometimes sparred together. Haven’t you heard anything?”

“Charlotte strictly adheres to the academy’s policy.”

“So she hasn’t revealed her status?”

“All I know is that she is from Renosa.”

“A simple noble girl from Renosa wouldn’t be sought out by the Grand Duke’s Black Wing Knights. The one she meets must at least be a member of the Grand Duke’s family. A direct descendant of the Grand Duke, or maybe even the Grand Duke himself. It would take that much to mobilize the Black Wing Knights.”

“I suppose so.”

“Why does the Grand Duke’s family want to see Charlotte? How old is the Grand Duke’s heir? I heard he’s around her age.”

Nils had vaguely heard rumors about Michael.

He was said to be very intelligent and beautiful but frail, the heir of Renosa.

Nils suddenly had a wild guess.

‘Could Charlotte be the fiancée of the Grand Duke’s heir?’

If so, such privileges wouldn’t be strange. The Renosa family is also famous for swordsmanship.

Having a prestigious knightly order like the Black Wing Knights means they value martial prowess.

A noble girl as talented as Charlotte could support the frail Grand Duke’s heir.

Helmut focused on something else.

“So there’s an heir to the Grand Duke in Renosa.”

If it was known that there was an heir, it would also be known if there was an heiress.

Then Charlotte is not the Grand Duke’s heiress. It was a bit confusing.

Helmut had thought Charlotte might be the Grand Duke’s heiress.

“I think I’ve heard something like that. In fact, little is known about the Renosa Grand Duke’s family. The Renosa family is close to the royal family. They interact only with high-ranking nobles, and their births and other personal details are kept secret. Especially since Renosa is far from the Empire, even those from the Empire know little.”

Many at the academy were from the Empire. But none of them knew about Charlotte.

Information about the direct line of the Renosa Grand Duke’s family was almost secret. Even nobles from Renosa didn’t know much.

Especially since Charlotte neglected social activities, her existence was not well known.

Only Michael, who was active publicly, was somewhat known.

Most nobles interacted for social purposes.

But that also varied by noble. Even noble children often didn’t show their faces outside their families until they debuted in society as adults.

There were few chances for others to know about them unless they directly interacted with other families.

Renosa, with its royal bloodline, was an exceptionally closed family.

Renosa was a secretive duchy. They ensured that what happened inside didn’t go beyond the walls.

Michael was also frail, and his existence had only recently become known because he was expected to die young when he was younger.

“There must be some issue with the Grand Duke’s family. Since marrying an imperial consort, their activities have been unusually quiet.”

Nils, who had been frowning, quickly closed his mouth. He was conscious of a passing maid.

This was Renosa. Speaking recklessly about the Grand Duke’s family could be considered blasphemy.

Helmut listened closely to Nils talking about the Renosa Grand Duke’s family.

“Charlotte could be a collateral relative of the Grand Duke’s family. Renosa values swordsmen, so the Grand Duke could have noticed her talent. Although Asuka refused to participate and she came instead, it’s not easy for a first-year to beat a third-year and be selected as a representative.”

Nils murmured and shook his head.

“No, forget what I said. Considering the academy’s policies, if she doesn’t wish to be known, it’s best to leave it be.”

As a sixth-year, Nils showed maturity. Though curious, he believed he shouldn’t pry.

All the faculty kept silent as well.

“Alright.”

Helmut entered his room. It seemed he needed to think a bit.

Charlotte returned that evening.

It was just when they were being served a meal together.

The meal was as grand as the mansion.

Enough to soothe their travel-weary bodies. Charlotte immediately bowed as she entered the dining room.

“I apologize for acting alone.”

“There’s no need. You had permission.”

“Yes, have a seat.”

Instructor Patricia smiled warmly, in stark contrast to her attitude towards Asuka, following Instructor Alan’s lead.

Everyone had relaxed, thanks to the excellent treatment despite the high-handed attitude of the Black Wing Knights.

After all, they entered the mansion under the escort of the Black Wing Knights, a privilege only VIPs enjoyed. It could be seen positively.

“Coming to Renosa was a good decision. You can boast about it when we return.”

Instructor Patricia murmured. Charlotte, looking around, asked.

“Is the meal to your liking?”

Charlotte, who spoke like a host, quickly realized her mistake and shut her mouth.

In Renosa, she used to greet guests with her mother.

Renosa was her family’s domain. Here, she wasn’t supposed to greet academy people, which led to the slip.

The few academy peers from Renosa had been sternly warned to keep quiet about her.

Though it seemed like something had leaked.

Instructor Patricia acted nonchalantly.

The faculty knew that Charlotte was the Grand Duke’s daughter.

“Yes, it’s wonderful. To think we’d receive such lavish treatment in Renosa. Charlotte, would you join us?”

Charlotte had already eaten but nodded to join them.

She was in the swordsmanship department. She could eat more if she wanted.

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