His Cane

Yohana couldn't help but speculate that Princess Eleanor had orchestrated Henrie's involvement in the war. She believed that the princess held the authority to halt him and bring him back. 

In her heart, she clung to the hope that Princess Eleanor might still possess some shred of humanity that would prevent Henrie from harm.

Yet, here she was, facing the princess. Princess Eleanor was accompanied by both maids. Rika didn't look as confident as before, and Yohana noticed that Rika's right fingers were missing. It must be Princess Eleanor's doing.

Yohana was on her knees, desperate for answers. Princess Eleanor sat regally on her human chair, looking down at Yohana, who had lowered herself before her.

"Lady Runa, I am not that despicable. Why would I bring my own brother to war? I had nothing to do with it," Princess Eleanor declared, her words carrying an air of mockery.