I Became a Sick Nobleman

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“Ah-choo!”

Leo, who was in Ruel’s arms, was startled by Ruel’s sneeze.

—Have you caught a cold?

“No,” Ruel replied softly, rubbing his nose.

Having journeyed comfortably by carriage through the fourth and third defense lines, they now alighted and were en route from the third to the second line.

Despite the group of adventurers forming a loose formation as they proceeded, the biting wind still managed to nip at their cheeks from both sides.

Thankfully, Ruel’s mask shielded his face from the chill, and the wind naturally muffled noises from the front, which was a relief.

“It’s starting to look worrying,” Ganien said, looking at Ruel like a parent sending off their child on their first errand.