Book 10: Chapter 42
“Ph-, Tanya.”
I called out to Philes out of habit when I placed my hand down. My healed throat didn’t bring me back my former vassal. I hesitated for a moment before calling for Tanya, instead.
“Your Majesty…”
Tanya entered my tent, and then hesitated after looking at me. I turned around, “Let’s head out now. Wear some more clothes and bring ice picks. Oh, right, bring enough rope, too.”
“Did you want to climb the mountain, Your Majesty?” asked Tanya. She paused for a moment before continuing, “That is not a wise decision, Your Majesty. You have just returned and have not yet had a good rest. Further, it is extremely dangerous to climb the snowy mountains at night. I am strongly against climbing the snowy mountains at this time.”
“Uhm, I know. That’s why I’m bringing you along, Tanya. It’ll be just you and two others.” I l replied. Then, I pressed my hand on her shoulder. Tone solemn, I said, “I want to go to the top of the mountain now. I must go, Tanya.”
She gave me a nod, “All right, then, Your Majesty. However, you must promise me that you will obey me on the mountain. You must follow my steps, and we must stop immediately if you feel unwell or weak. You must not force yourself.”
I nodded “Uhm, got it.”
I then stood up. Tanya made a small bow, then turned to go and prepare the things we needed for our trip in the night.