悲劇の元凶となる最強外道ラスボス女王は民の為に尽くします。 12話

Perhaps today’s observation will only take half a day. I agree. Please make sure you absolutely do not stray from the lands around the castle. We have yet to catch the one responsible for that bombing back then… It’s all right. The investigations are ongoing, right?

Of course. However, just as Arthur’s said, please don’t go anywhere you can’t be seen. We won’t. Right? Right! What’s that?! Eh, Val?! Yep, it’s me. You’re already done with your deliveries? A round trip the distance of the Hawthorn Kingdom takes five days even by carriage, and you all set out yesterday…

We delivered it yesterday, and this morning we received it and came back. You’re the one who said, “The sooner the better,” yeah? That is true, but… The letter is authentic. Tch… Unbelievable, that was super fast! Yeah! When we left the country, we arrived at Hawthorn Kingdom in the blink of an eye!

That’s because we suddenly went really fast. We couldn’t even enjoy the scenery we never get to see at all. Thank you so much for doing that. This is after I reported the detailed arrangement to my mother, but… Val. Sefec, Kemet. Starting today, the three of you will be the royal family’s exclusive carriers!

She said we’re exclusive to the royal family! Hooray! You sure about this? You sure the queen wants to use someone with a criminal record like me? {pos(345.6,396)}{an7}”The Treacherous Princess Faces the Future” As one of the joint policies in an alliance with neighboring countries, we’re thinking of creating an institution called a “school.” School?

Yes. There, you are guaranteed a certain level of education, and an equal livelihood for a small child. Oh? I don’t get it, but could we live an even more fun life than we do now with Val? You could! If you all become delivery people,

The consultations with each country for the establishing the school should go smoothly. But this isn’t an order. If you decline the offer, we’ll carry on as if this conversation never happened. We’ll do it. Huh? It pays better than picking up debris. Are you sure? Hey now, you’re the one who proposed this.

You getting cold feet now, Princess? You can give any orders that you’d like. Val?! What are you…?! At any rate, I’m your servant. All of this is done according to First Princess Pride’s desires. Huh… did he just…? He… licked… Are you all right?! My bad. Don’t get angry, Princess.

I can’t do that sort of thing or cause you harm due to the contract. Well, just wanted to give you a quick greeting. Looking forward to working with you… “Master.” Big Sister… I’m fine. Now, hand over my compensation, and make it quick. I’ll go get it from the palace.

Elder Sister, there’s no need to go out of your way to get it right now. They just have to wait until we’re home from the observation. Are you being lax because this is a test? Unfortunately, we’re flat broke. And it’s a whole other story if I can’t get any booze. It’s okay, Stale.

Either way, I’d like to inform Mother and everyone about the correspondence quickly. Big Brother… You’ll just say it and come back. It’ll be over quick. If this is what First Princess Pride wishes to do… Goodbye. What’s this? Looks like the royal prince is quite the handful for Master, eh?

Thanks, Stale. You’re my prince! Say, Master. How’s that any better than these kids? If it were me, I’d teach them all sorts of things. They’d learn everything they don’t know yet, from start to finish. If you need, I can even start tonight. Hey you! What the hell are you saying to Princess Pride?!

You sure are young. You want in on this too? Please stop putting strange ideas into Arthur’s head! Arthur is the perfect knight, who is serious, kind, and proud! I am delighted and pleased just to have Arthur next to me, so no thank you!

You’d have a hundred times more fun with me than with these kids. I told you, I’m fine! I have fun now! Well, that’s great. Let’s go to the palace! Master. I’m looking forward to it. When this “school” is done, let my kids join it. Sure, of course! Magnificently done, Sir Arthur.

Your skill in falling safely is brilliant, no matter how many times I see it. Arthur, hurry and end this. Get Gilbert on the ground. Sorry, Chancellor Gilbert! Let’s have one more go! Certainly, we’ll go on as long as you like! Having to do this with Gilbert, of all people…

And how about you, Prince Stale? This may be a good chance to get a hit on me. Tempting, but I’ll have to decline. I’d rather die than go hand-to-hand with you. One more time, please! Shall we make it a challenge? Eh? Let us have a mock battle next.

If you can land a single strike on me, though it is a little hasty, I will instruct you on how to do… “That technique” from earlier. Are you serious?! “That technique”? In a previous bout, there was a palm strike that left Arthur unconscious but without injury.

At that time, he said that he wouldn’t teach it without mastering another martial art first. Such an amazing technique exists? I can use any method for the mock battle, right? Feel free to use anything you’d like as long as it is not weapon- or special ability-based. That’s fine.

We’ll fight together, Arthur. The two of us can beat Gilbert down. No, that’s unfair. I mean, just one strike is okay, we don’t need to beat him down. I’ll allow it. Eh? Everyone do your best! Just don’t get hurt! Incredible… Hey, Master. What kind of game is this?

Have you already completed your delivery? You should have been asked to do three countries this time around. Yeah. But more importantly, what’s going on here? Have those monsters finally started competing for you? Of course not. Pride! Be careful and don’t get close to that man! We are grateful for your services.

Val, is it all right if I spend time with Sefec and Kemet before you go on your next delivery? Huh? Our refreshment today is Sefec’s absolute favorite, strawberry cake! Cake?! Let’s go! Val! You and Kemet come on! Coming. Huh? Eh? But he’s the one that made the mistake. Their focus is elsewhere…

Well, we’re leaving! Big Sister, please cheer for Big Brother and Arthur for me too! Huh? Tell them how you feel! If you do that, I think both Big Brother and Arthur will surely feel very encouraged! Me, cheering for cute little Tiara, too? That’s far too much responsibility! Val, do you hate Master?

Eh? Why’re you asking me that? Because I thought that you really liked Master… What?! We have this job because of Master, and besides… Um… well… That’s just the way things worked out. You’re my subject, right?! Don’t push me away. Val, your face is getting red, are you all right?

My face is not getting red! Cheer for them… How I feel… Stand up, Stale! Arthur! Stale, Tiara takes pride in having you as an older brother! And I take pride in having you as a younger brother! You’re extremely smart and cool and you can do anything because of that!

Arthur, you are such a spectacular knight. You’re strong and gallant, you’ve protected me so many times you can surely beat anyone! I believe that together, you two can win! What’s this? I see. If Princess Pride is what is disturbing their concentration…

It is also Princess Pride who can draw their capabilities out to their limits. You can do it! I’d expect nothing less from Princess Pride. We managed to win, though. You’re totally worn out, eh? So are you. I’ll definitely be able to beat him on my own soon.

Then, I’ll be a knight stronger than Chancellor Gilbert… No, I’ll be stronger than everyone. It’s like I can’t even believe it when I say it out loud. Actually, when we were getting rid of that organization… all I could do was run away. But you…

You and Princess Pride and Tiara, I’ll protect all of you together. Like I can say something so bold. In the end, I haven’t changed at a- Lift your head, Arthur. You of all people should never lower your face in front of me.

It’s natural that I would protect Elder Sister. Moreover, I should be the one apologizing. Because I lost consciousness, I exposed you and Elder Sister to danger. No, there was nothing you could have done. You saved a special ability user while you were gone. Then there was nothing you could have done either, right?

You couldn’t see anything due to the smoke and bombs when Elder Sister jumped in after Val. I’m telling you! I should have been with Princess Pride when the bombs fell! I heard it straight from Elder Sister. While I was gone, I know just what you did.

You helped Gilbert and I by wielding your sword, and you put your life on the line to protect Elder Sister. You successfully protected me and her. Even right before I lost consciousness, I felt relieved knowing that you were there. That’s because I believed that you would protect Elder Sister.

This time by chance, I just ended up being the one who could rush to Elder Sister’s predicament. What do you think, Arthur? Glad I’m here, right? Yeah, I am! Now I’ve made good on my promise. Back then, all I could do was watch pathetically. But… This is the best! Stale! Arthur!

You both did so well! I went to dampen the handkerchiefs. You were so amazing, Arthur. It’s truly an impressive thing to beat Chancellor Gilbert. I couldn’t help but be captivated! You too Stale, you’ve grown into a magnificent boy. Pride… Stay still. I can’t get the dirt off of you. I remember…

That day I made the resolution. I swore I’d protect Elder Sister… Pride. As long as I can protect Pride, everything is fine. That’s what I’ve always thought… With this special ability… that I didn’t even ask for! What’s so wrong with wishing to simply continue living?! Pride, I…

I’m not doing this only for you, but I want to become a much, much more respectable regent! You can, I have absolutely no doubt about that. After all, you are my younger brother, who I am so proud of. The two of you have truly become such admirable people.

I am genuinely happy we met. I’m so glad that you two are by my side. Protect the people, and Tiara. I know the two of you can do that. We will also protect you! Please rely on us more. We will protect Tiara, the people, and you!

I will never change. I will continue to keep the oath I made that day. Since I became a royal guard, I am truly your knight in every way! Arthur… Stale… The both of you are marvelous! How many mornings have passed since then?

There have been so many encounters. No, there will be many encounters in the future. And… Pride Royal Ivy will cause the collapse of this country as the most diabolical last boss. I still have time. For the sake of the beautiful Kingdom of Freesia, and it’s people that I should love,

As queen, I will do what I can.