290 Cherry Blossom Country Cherin and the Seven Holy S...





 Right after I managed to convince Rose.

"Allen, do you have a minute?

 Leah said no, and then stared into my eyes.
 Her clear azure eyes. It is very beautiful and contains a charm that cannot be expressed in words.

What's wrong with you?

Yes, I just want to make sure one last time: ....... Everything you just said is true, isn't it?

 She said and tilted her head.

"Of course. As a swordsman - or a man, for that matter - I would never peep!

 She declared firmly and clearly, looking straight into Leah's eyes.

 Then we looked at each other for a few moments.

...... I see, I see. I believe what Allen is saying.

 She gave a gentle smile and breathed a sigh of relief.

"Are you sure?

"Yes, of course. Between you and me, I have a certain power in the family of the Vestellia royal family.

 Leah whispered in a very quiet voice so that only I could hear her.

"A power: ......?

Yes. It is the ability to detect lies. If you focus your attention and stare into someone's eyes, you can sense if they are lying or not.

 And with that, she told me a terrible secret.