Part 669: Robin B

Hmm... But then, if they hit us here, our flank would be exposed. Unless...

Ha! Look at you, Robin! Everyone else is resting, yet here you are, studying battle maps on your own. You're not only skilled, smart, and brave-you're hardworking and diligent, too!

Oh, I'm just doing my job.

Were that we were all so dedicated. ...Ah, yes. I almost forgot. I brought you something from the town florist.

Goodness, they smell lovely. Thank you very much.

I've been told that the fragrance of flowers soothes the soul and heals the flesh. You must remember to take a break sometimes and recover your strength. I don't want you keeling over before I've secured your services for myself!

Are you truly serious about hiring me to serve Regna Ferox?

Of course I am! As a tactician, your judgement is supreme, and your talent both rare and true. Why do you think I have such love for you?!

...Muh?

In fact, I want you to join the royal family and help me aid the people of Regna Ferox.

Er, what do you mean by that?

Is it not clear?

Well, it's just that... you're a woman. And I'm a woman. And I'm flattered, but I'm not really... I don't think...

I've better things to do than worry about a person's gender, Robin! I only care about talent, brains, and character. And as I keep saying, you have all of those qualities in spades.

This is really not what I was expecting you to... Er, so maybe... Um... I need to go. (runs away)

Damn and blast! What's gotten into that woman? I thought an orphan like her would leap at the chance to be my adopted sister!