Elric lowered his head. "I apologize, Your Highness, that you had to witness such a scene."
The Crown Prince waved a gloved hand dismissively, "There's no need for apology," he said coolly. "I've seen worse. I'm used to it."
His gaze slowly swept across the area again, pausing briefly at the bloodied corpse lying not far from them Then the Crown Prince narrowed his eyes.
"…Now, where is the bunny?"
Elric blinked. His head lifted, confusion showing on his face. "Pardon?"
The Crown Prince raised an eyebrow, repeating more clearly, "Where is his pet?"
Elric's eyes widened slightly as realization dawned. "The bunny is no longer here, Your Highness. We… believe it was assassinated two months ago."
A flicker of shock passed through the Crown Prince's face just for a second before he cleared his throat with a soft cough, masking it quickly behind a neutral expression.
"…I see."
Without another word, he turned his gaze forward and said, "Lead me to the Duke."
