"Really?" Robert was emotionally unwilling to admit that his teacher had died at the hands of his own friend, so upon hearing that answer, he instinctively leaned toward believing that Mr. Claire was innocent.
However, the older Matt Damon and Tili'er did not dismiss their doubts so easily. But like Robert, they did not want the Yalt they respected to have died in such disgrace. Therefore, neither of them questioned Philip's explanation.
Instead, they chose to focus on another piece of information revealed in Philip's words.
"You mean the murderer hasn't left Beauclair yet?" If that was true, they would not mind seeking justice for the person they respected.
"That is only speculation, but it is very likely. That murderer killed so many people—there must be a purpose. Even if he really is some lunatic looking for thrills, as long as we have not caught him, he will not simply stop."
Solam said.
Those words had not actually occurred to Solam; they had come entirely from Scarlett. When Solam consulted Scarlett, he had not revealed Digla's existence, merely asking her to offer professional advice. This was one of Scarlett's suggestions, and Solam was now using it to show off.
"That's wonderful!" Tili'er, the Knight of Flowers, and Matt Damon, the Knight of Dried Fruits, immediately rose to their feet. Then, with utmost seriousness, they said to Solam and the others, "Please give us a chance to assist you! We'll do anything, as long as we can help! In our hearts, Knight Yalt was the finest example and guide a knight could have. We cannot let him return to the divine kingdom bearing such injustice! We must do something for him!"
Hearing this, Robert grew even more agitated. He shot to his feet, staring resolutely at Solam and the others, looking