Zosia: Quick Transmigration System
Chapter 91 - 89- Arc 3

In the Carriage.

Zosia sat inside the carriage, her back straight with her leg bent in a 90° angle. She placed her hands on her lap with one overlapping the other and her eyes closed.

Keisha who suddenly appeared in the carriage looked at Zosia's standard sitting posture in surprise.

He expected her to maybe, be free.

"You are?" Maritza asked in a cautious tone.

This time around Keish wasn't on his shadow form, so his human figure was revealed.

Zosia opened her eyes as she perceived the familiar aura. Raising her eyebrows in slight surprise as her gaze met with the charming sea blue eyes, a chiseled face, fan shaped eyelashes and bloody red lips.

Looking at the man who seemed more beautiful than a woman with his lean figure, Zosia couldn't help but tease, but since they weren't that familiar and remembering how coldly he spoke to her, she could only mutter.

"Is he here to protect me or seduce the enemies."

Keish heard Zosia's mutterings and his eyes darkened. He hates being called that, a word he hates the most— seductive.

Zosia closed her eyes after that, uncaring about the cold aura that suddenly appeared.

Evelyn wanted to ask Zosia who Keish was, but seeing her eyes closed, she refrained from asking.

The four of them sat in the big carriage with dripping quietness. As they traveled in silence.

Zosia on the other hand was reminiscing about the time she came to this world.

At first, she thought it was a normal ancient world, and then the shadow guard appeared, prompting her to reveal her martial arts.

After finding out that this was a low level martial world, she still hoped to find something in this world. After all, each world had given her its own little surprise.

She couldn't help but wonder what this world will give her. That's why she doesn't really care much about the reward the individual gives but what she could take with her when leaving.

Bump!

The carriage suddenly bumped, it seemed like they had passed a pothole. Apart from Keish, who did not shake when they passed the potholes, the rest shook causing them a little disorientation.

Zosia opened her eyes to look at the old maids, to be sure they are alright.

Usually, for such a journey, its best not to carry the old maids, but knowing that she wouldn't have any loyal person beside her for a while, she decided to bring them along.

"Sir Keish, I have some questions."

Keish whose ears had been on alert since they started the journey, turned to look at her.

"Apologize."

Zosia blinked her eyes, her long lashes cast a shadow to her beautiful sea green eyes that had a wicked charm to it.

"For What? Sir Keish." She asked, her eyes showing confusion.

Keish just stared at her, not saying anything.

A silent stand off began between both of them while Evelyn and Maritza exchanged uneasy glances.

They were unwilling to interrupt the standoff, afraid that anything they say will put the Princess in a bad light.

Zosia sighed inwardly. "I should have just kept my mouth shut, now I have to apologize. Lesson learned." She thought inwardly.

Finally, Zosia sighed softly, this time around, the sigh was audible. Breaking eye contact, she said "Very well," her tone indifferent. "I apologize, Sir Keish, for any offense my words may have caused."

Keish's expression softened slightly, though his eyes remained cold. "Accepted," he replied curtly. "What questions do you have?"

"Would you let on, on the imperial secrets. At least, a little?" Zosia asked.

"You want me to tell you some things, that you shouldn't know? Princess, it's best you focus on what's in front of you, else you end up chasing shadows." He warned and closed his eyes to rest.

Zosia nodded her head, "I understand." Keish definitely wouldn't tolerate her whims and her supposed uncle might be like that also.

Thinking about it now, she felt like she had gotten more arrogant and forgot that not everyone has her playful personality either. She might end up offending someone she shouldn't.

At least for arrogance, she had strength to back it up, so it is alright.

Zosia shifted slightly in her seat, her mind drifting back to her past tasks.

From her past experiences, she had been taught to be alert, strategic, and, above all, adaptable.

This world, the Imperial Palace and journey into an unfamiliar place was testing all those lessons. Every interaction, every bump in the road, was a reminder that she was navigating not just a physical journey, but a complex web of relationships and power dynamics.

Her gaze moved towards Keish who had his eyes closed and his back straight. He was sitting ramord straight and his body suggested how alert he was.

Keish's presence was a stark contrast to the usual courtiers and guards she was used to. His demeanor, cold and distant, suggested a past filled with secrets and a duty that went beyond mere protection.

Zosia couldn't help but feel a flicker of curiosity. What had shaped him into the formidable figure before her? How close is he to the Emperor and how loyal exactly?

The carriage continued to jostle over the uneven road. Evelyn and Maritza remained silent, their hands gripping the edges of their seats for support.

The silence was heavy, filled with unspoken questions and the weight of their destination.

Zosia erected a barrier unknown to Maritza and Evelyn who had their thoughts roaming elsewhere.

For the kind of conversation she wants to have with Keish, she is yet to completely trust them and needs to test them.

She had given them that respect and have yet to use Analyze on them.

"Maybe, I should do it after this. I wonder if he detects the barrier." The barrier is also a test. If Keisha could feel the energy fluctuations, then she would have to be more careful.

"Sir Keish," Zosia began again, her voice softer this time. "I may not understand all the intricacies of the imperial court, but I do know that alliances are built on trust. If I'm to navigate this web," Her hand forming air quote signs in the air as she continued, "I need to know who my allies are and who I can trust."

Keish opened one eye, studying her with a hint of amusement. "Trust is earned, Princess, not given freely. And in this world, trust is a rare commodity."

Zosia nodded thoughtfully. "I understand. But I believe that by working together, we can achieve more. Your presence here is not just about protection either."

Keish closed his eyes again, as if considering her words.

"Perhaps, Princess. But remember, in this world, even the strongest alliances can be fragile." He paused and continued, "I don't know what you did, but I can feel that sound has been blocked off." He said, eyeing her with amusement and a hint of curiosity.

Zosia flashed a smile and released the barrier.

"We have entered an unofficial road, be prepared." Keish said.

Not long after he spoke, sword clashes were heard outside and the carriage came to a halt.

Keish stood up and opened the door, closing it tightly behind him.

"Princess, should we hide." Maritza asked with panic in her tone.

Patting Maritza gently on her hand. Zosia could feel the wrinkles on her skin.

"Calm your mind. It's nothing and should be over in a few minutes."

Evelyn glanced at Zosia. Since, the Princess became closer to the Emperor, she had began hiding more secrets and she felt the princess was getting far away from her.

To her, the Princess is like her granddaughter and she could never let anything happen to her. She just hoped to keep being by the princess side, regardless.

Her eyes flashed with a hint of determination and willingness to kill as the Princess blade. At least, she could do a good thing for the Princess before she dies.

She already felt death calling her, but after the Princess started giving her and Maritza tea, her body system and response also started improving.

It was unlike before and it gave her hope. Debra was also among but later Debra began looking for excuses to go out and would return later for her meals. Sometimes, the Princess stuff would also be missing and she had begun to suspect Debra.

Her reason for suspecting her was not due to bias. Everyday, she sees a new thing in Debra, if not a new hairpin, it would be shinier nails.

Just like Zosia said, the fight ended in a few minutes.

Keish didn't return back to the carriage but sat outside. Zosia didn't bother to ask either. They continued on their journey but after a while they would be stopped by the so- called bandits.

The continuous interruptions had begun to wear on everyone's nerves, but Zosia remained composed, her face a mask of serenity. It could be more said that she was not bothered.

The carriage jostled again, and Zosia took the opportunity to observe her surroundings through the small window. The landscape had changed from the lush, rolling hills to a more rugged, forested area.

The path was narrower, flanked by dense trees that provided ample cover for potential ambushes. It was clear that they were no longer on the main road, which added to the sense of unease.

"Princess," Maritza finally broke the silence, her voice trembling slightly. "These attacks... they seem too coordinated to be mere bandits. Do you think there's a larger plot at play?"

Evelyn glanced at Maritza. She was the most thoughtful among the trio and being older, she had seen her own shares of the dirty laundry of politics.

"What do you think Maritza. They are after the Princess. Let's just pray we reach our destination safe and sound.

It took a while but soon they left the narrow path and entered a broad road.

Zosia felt something was wrong with this broad road. How could the change between the two junctions be so vast. It's like entering a new world.

Zosia frowned and looked out, through the window, using her spiritual consciousness, she felt a barrier erected around the carriage. She decided to stay put and not keep extending her spiritual consciousness.

"Let's see where this takes us." She muttered.

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