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"Whoosh—!"
The icy gale swept past the castle suspended in midair like a blade.
It was a castle filled with desolate air and thick dust.
The entire castle was built almost entirely of stone.
Even beneath the assault of the raging wind, the buildings within remained completely unmoved. Even the streets showed no signs of weathering, retaining almost their original appearance.
In short, it was a magnificent fortress city.
Unfortunately, there was not a single person within such a city, leaving the air steeped in deathly silence.
Following the main road from the castle gates would eventually lead one to a Throne Room.
There was a throne within the Throne Room.
At that moment, a young girl sat quietly upon the throne as though dozing. A tranquil atmosphere spread around her, making the scene strangely beautiful.
The one sitting on the throne was naturally Leticia.
She was no longer wearing the maid uniform she had worn when she was forcibly abducted, having changed into a black formal dress.
Her hands and feet were bound to the throne with chains. Though she was treated like a prisoner, she unexpectedly possessed a bizarre sort of beauty.
Her gleaming golden hair reflected a dazzling radiance that stirred the heart.
This exceptionally adorable girl was allowing her consciousness to drift in a hazy state, as though