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"Well, you asked me whether I snuck out at night to elope with this girl, didn't you?" Riech said, his tone laced with mild amusement. 

"Yes, master," Roosevelt nodded, quickly regaining his composure. 

Riech leaned forward slightly, a hint of a smirk playing on his lips. "Alright then, would you believe me if I told you that I simply went out to train and just so happened to find her there?" 

Roosevelt didn't even blink. "I am your loyal subject, master. Your words are the absolute truth to me," he said, bowing slightly to display his sincerity. 

Of course, deep down, he considered it complete and utter bullshit—but he wasn't about to voice that thought. He had no interest in provoking Riech, nor did he want to deal with the consequences of calling him out directly. 

Riech let out a long, frustrated sigh, rubbing his temples. "Argh! Roosevelt, I killed those idiots because they lied to me—not because they slacked off on their duties."