"…Why are you only allowed to leave at night?" Adelaide asked quietly. "I don't mean to be impolite." She was a little disturbed by Chiakai's love for violence and her sword, but that most likely was not the best topic to ask about. She looked up at the roof of the carriage and winced at the sight of the long slashes in the rich material. "We should probably try repair that before we continue," she proposed.
The Nobles Servant (OxO) (CLOSED)
“I’m still a servant for the nobles, so during the day I tend to the nobles and their needs. Unless I’m specifically sent outside the castle walls to complete a task, I have to stay. During the night, when the nobles are sleeping I’m just allowed more freedom. Except for when I’m asked to stay or if there is an event.”
Much to Chiakai’s surprise, it was like Adelaide knew nothing about her. All of this should be common knowledge for a noble of this house.
“About the roof, I’m sure we can find someone in a passing village out here, who can help.”
"I apologize for my prying. I'm still quite new to this whole noble life, and there is still much I do not know about, well, everything," Adelaide admitted softly, twisting her hands together. "You most likely know far more than me." If she was able to make Chiakai sympathize with her, then perhaps she could get some insider information on the nobles of the palace. "Should we continue on foot to the next village?"
“Don’t worry about prying, Lady Adelaide. I’m at your disposal, you may ask anything of me.” Chiakai said.
“Now, I suppose we can walk, if you are alright with it. The others should take a break eventually anyway-“ she peered out the window to look for a landmark.
When she has to go out and do things for the nobles, she figured it would be easier if she could memorize all the roads, cities, villages, and landmarks to save time.
“There should be a village around a kilometre away. I’m sure someone there can help us, are you sure you want to come? I can go myself.”
“No, it would be better if I got a feel for the surrounding area. I would be happy to walk with you,” Adelaide said politely. She hiked up her skirts and exited the carriage, almost falling into the dirt but catching herself just in time. “Which direction?” she asked with as much dignity as she could manage.
“If you insist, Lady Adelaide.” Chiakai went to grab Adelaide’s arm before she fell, but stopped when she had caught herself.
“First we go right. Most of the journey is just straight down the road, thankfully-“ Chiakai turned to the guards and coachman.
“We won’t be gone long. Everything is to be protected- which means no slacking!”
A small salute was given to her.
Chiakai quickly grabbed her sword, slinging it over her shoulder.