Li Yu sent Nicole and the others home first, then returned to Teacup Castle with Clara and Jordi. Before entering, they sensed an intense tension in the atmosphere.
The number of guards at the gate had nearly doubled since he had left, all neatly dressed and armed, with some patrolling below the castle walls.
Upon seeing Jordi and Li Yu, they did not immediately let them through but asked them several questions and then someone went back to report.
After a while, Jude came out and led them inside.
Li Yu asked, "Why didn't I see Alfred?"
The Knight Harvey, who had originally been responsible for the castle's defense, had put down his responsibilities and retired. Consequently, Alfred had temporarily taken over this duty, and it was common to see the old knight patrolling the walls.
Jude said, "After the incident, Alfred rushed to Ireya's side at once and has since been inseparable, protecting that stingy rabbit."
"And Fosto?"
