479 Take a detour to Sarovara. Two of them.

― ― In a room in the royal castle of Sarovara (Lillian perspective)

"Now, let's talk about it. I was very young, so please forgive me for any ambiguity."

"It's okay. You don't have to worry about what you're saying."

That's how Mizuki's sister waved her hand. I don't suppose you're asking for that much accurate information from the source. It's like confirmation work... right?

Mizuki is relieved by onee-sama's condition, and I feel strangely calm. I'm sure onee-sama is worried... that you won't feel sadness or remorse, so vaguely.

It was really hard for me at that time.

I was regretful, sad, and remembered all that.

However, when Sarovara changes and I learn a lot myself... I don't think Agnus's words and attitudes at that time were so wrong.

Of course, in the sense of 'against the royalty of other countries', I think it is a problem enough.

... yes, it's now that you know it too clearly.

However, when compared to the malice that has been directed at me so far and the people who have spoken about it, I think it is too different.

"Even if you are young, the royal family is well educated. So I don't think Agnus was wrong to say," Excellent for his age at the time. "

"Why is that?

In response to Mizuki's question, I silenced my thoughts for a while.

"Because what Agnus said was almost true. Of course, that's not all. But I wonder if the phrase 'me and onee-sama are not alike' can help in a situation where there are only materials to judge by appearance."

"No... that's not true, Lillian!

"Thank you, onee-sama. But we were both said to be like mothers, weren't we? If you don't know your daily routine, you can only judge your appearance. Besides, I'm younger than onee-sama, so if you interpret it as" the same thing, "it would mean" not alike. "

"Ah... that's what I'm talking about"

In my words, Mizuki nodded convincingly. And you told your sister and father what you were thinking.

"Maybe Agnus didn't interpret it as' similar as a relative '. If it means" being alike in appearance and ability, "the two mothers may decide" not very alike, "and their abilities are better than those of older Tilsea."

"What?

I agree by nodding to Mizuki's sister who looks at me and leans her neck. That's Mizuki Onee-sama. Even in my awkward explanation, I learned the meaning properly.

"So, Tirucia and Agnos interpret things differently. Tirucia was furious because she was told that she was' not like Lillian '. Not only appearance, but also ability. But for Agnus," similar "means similar or identical at the twin level."

…… You don't usually interpret it that way, do you?

"Agnos is not 'normal'. If you first learned the meaning of" similar "by interpreting it as" similar ", it would be" unlike "unless you are twin.

"Well... if that's what I was thinking, then I wouldn't be lying to Lord Agnus."

Your sister and father seem a little confused. However, when Mizuki told me that "Agnus is not normal," she immediately remembered the "blood cloud."

I have heard that people with Blood Stains may not understand vague expressions or multiple interpretations. In this case, you will remember the meaning of the word "similar" as "similar."

Typically, when you describe a sister as' similar ', it most often refers to partial things, such as the eyes, mouth, atmosphere, etc.

Of course, some people have a similar appearance, but it is rare that they are similar enough to be said to be "the same" unless they are twins.

It is very vague to refer to relatives as' similar ', and their interpretation influences a great deal. Depending on the person, of course, there may be differences.

What if Agnus did not have such flexible thinking and saw "similar" as "similar"?

Obviously, I'm not like your sister. Some of them are of age, but they are not twins.

"At that time, I was only able to disagree awkwardly, and I think that all I had to cry about was that Agnus' judgment was thrilled."

"Oh, Tirucia must have been 'mad' at Lillian for crying. You didn't cry when you were wrong, did you?

"Yes, as a princess, I think onee-sama is right. But I think it was our sisters' very different reaction that determined Agnus's judgment."

"That's why... 'I couldn't understand how you could be crucified'. That's why I didn't apologize."

"... yes. Maybe it's because I've learned a lot and I've changed... I feel like I have to take into account not only us, but also Agnus's circumstances at the time."

If you say hypocrisy, I think that's it. However, I thought it would be better to think based on the arguments of both sides than to interpret them unilaterally.

In the case of Sarovara, Mizuki's sister showed me a number of arms that were greatly influenced.

At that time, Mizuki's onee-sama saw me, onee-sama, and the "country" of Sarovara as definitely "harmful to Ilfena".

But Mizuki didn't think about it all together.

We categorized them into objectives, forces to which they belong, and those who run on their own, and responded to them one by one.

Just because you attacked yourself is not necessarily an 'enemy of Sarovara'.

Even if what you wish for is the right form of the country, you don't always do it the same way.

Sarovara's confusion was not caused solely by a simple power struggle. Some people, including onee-sama, worried about the future of their country and acted with loyalty.

It's the same as the people I was dealing with.

"She", who had always said she was on my side, continued to betray me because she wanted to.

Conversely, someone who had a harsh word against me may look at my recent behavior, apologize for my previous behavior, and smile at me as if I had been "honored."

What you see from one eye is not everything.

I think it was because I knew it from my own experience that I thought of the words of Agnus at that time.

Well, suppose Agnus didn't have such an experience under his surroundings.... if you didn't get your thoughts and mistakes right.

Doesn't that mean you're being deprived of growth opportunities? Harvis is a closed country, so you won't know if that happens.

Therefore, Mizuki Onee-sama and Ilfena cannot judge Agnus as evil alone.

At our age, it was also called the Spirit Princess, Agnus. If such a person confuses herself with Goga and raids the prince of another country... it's only natural that she feels uncomfortable. It's too out of common sense.

Most people think that 'something happened' 'was trapped', and if it were her own will, she would look to the education given to her and the way those who were withholding it.

I think that's exactly what Mizuki's sisters are concerned about. "I wonder if there is anyone inside Harvis who wants it because everyone can think of it."

"... this is what it looks like."

When I finished following my thoughts, I exhaled relieved.

Even though Mizuki and her sisters have already reached the conclusion, I was asked for my opinion. I have a duty to speak my mind.

Even from my childhood experience, I have to tell you that I feel uncomfortable with Agnus's current situation... no, even from my point of view, 'it seems like there is something behind it'.

"The old Agnus... sounds like, to put it mildly, an 'honest man'."

"Yes. That's why it seems that Agnus... has been deliberately distorted. Even if you depend on Goga, you need a minimum of common sense beyond being a princess? Do you think it's strange that I've been growing up like this because I've been given words that hurt my ears?"

Mizuki nodded to onee-sama's words, but I kept doing so.

As long as I remember Agnus as a young man, he said he wouldn't faint, or was too honest.

If you understand common sense and are willing to accept the current situation, I think there is a reason.

That's when I heard your father murmuring.

"... maybe my late mother is influencing me."

"Agnus' mother....."

"A woman said to be King Harvis' beloved."

"Heh...?

As soon as I heard the words, Mizuki's eyes felt slightly glowing.