Chapter 11

"Send them away."

The two were immediately kicked out of the house after Alicia's words fell.

Alicia, of course, knew this was not the end. Her father would try to reclaim the estate by using all of his resources, but he would eventually realize that all means of resistance would be futile.

"Let's get you treated, Latty. Was it painful? ”

Alicia looked at James after giving Latty a warm hug.

"I'd like to speak with you after Latty's treatment, James."

"Certainly, My Lady."

Alicia dragged Latty into her room with her small hand. It appeared to be a child dragging a large, cuddly bear.

"Why did you do that, Latty?"

Alicia inquired, tapping Latty's cheeks with a cold towel.

"What exactly do you mean?"

”

"How come you allowed yourself to be hurt? Like a fool..."

"You're a young lady, Miss. You're petite. If the Count really hit you, you'd die, and he'd go to... I'd rather take the risk and be sick for a few days."

Alicia looked at Latty with affection and anguish. Latty was pure and kind-