Kreil Brittany and Abner Soumei were both orthodox Knights and had never considered assassination. Born into proper noble families, they knew Morgan could not be allowed to ascend the throne, nor could he be allowed to proclaim his existence to all of Fars and recruit its nobles. Yet they had only wanted to settle matters through a proper war, never through assassination.
When Charlotte proposed assassination, the two hesitated briefly. Andreus, however, said decisively, "What are you still hesitating for? Once the Axel Family is restored, the Brittany Family will be traitors. Every one of you will be hanged."
Kreil Brittany gritted his teeth and said, "I am willing to obey Duke Mecklen's orders."
Abner Soumei did not hesitate either. "I have only one request. I hope Duke Charlotte Mecklen will lend me that Silver Rhino."
Charlotte took out the Hockwell Silver Rhino 〥 and handed it to Abner Soumei.
Knowing that speed was paramount in war, he opened the Magic Mirror. The four of them stepped through in turn with perfect coordination. This time, Charlotte set the exit at Baker Street 221B in the Val-de-Vaz district.
This was the closest place to the imperial palace, allowing them to launch a surprise attack.
The four entered the small apartment, only to find that it had long since been sealed off. The two Knight's Lances kept as decorations, along with valuable items such as the magical oil paintings, had all vanished. But this was no time to worry about such things. Charlotte pushed open the door of Baker Street 221B and led Kreil Brittany, Abner Soumei, and Andreas Constantine straight toward the imperial palace.
All four were Saint Rank and knew some means of concealing their tracks. When Magion attacked Machu Picchu, dusk had already been approaching. Now the sky was