Chapter 174: Superficial Archbishop (4)

Chapter 174: Superficial Archbishop (4)

Swoooosh! I heard the Imperial Crown Prince pull back his sword.

This extremely crazy bastard. Obviously all of the stats for his humaneness went to his face instead.

Haaa..

I sighed in relief and hugged the red pandas that were trying to escape.

Although we were uninvited guests, we needed to be respectful as we were still guests.

I calmly asked the most important question on my mind.

May I let the kiddos down, your Royal Highness?

Crown prince Cdric angrily glared at me.

Others might think this was him saying no, but I was quite familiar with this punks speech and gestures.

Since he didnt say something like do you think it would be? This meant that it was okay.

I put the kiddos down and Rhea and Perry quickly ran over to the crown prince and dangled on his knees.

They seemed very happy to see him.

Seeing the two of them put a smile on my face but then I looked up to see that the crown prince had a slightly calmer look than earlier.

But he still looks like he has no intention of treating me as a guest.

Why dont we first sit, your Royal Highness?

I said that and slowly stood up.

My eyes got used to the darkness and I could decently make things out.

The embers were still crackling in the fireplace and there was a pot and some cups, so Ill at least be able to make it look the part.

*

Chhh

I carefully poured tea into two cups.

There just happened to be a box of dandelion tea on the mantle in the next room, so I personally brewed it. Thankfully, I did not make any major mistakes.

It was smart of me to watch Benjamin and Ganael as they made tea everyday.

It would be great to have some cookies as well, but, unlike my room, this place did not have any snacks.

Well, its not good to eat so late anyway.

I looked up and made eye contact with the crown prince.

He had quietly sat here while I turned on some candles, brewed the tea, and warned the divine beasts to be good.

Although I was not a Holy Knight, even my eyes could see that he looked edgy and unstable.

Is he properly getting ether?

That, mm

I looked toward the balcony while warm steam rose from the cup.

It was so that I could organize my thoughts before I started speaking.

The floating bridge I had crossed was on the ledge.ALL new chapters on nov(e)lbin(.)com

The three red pandas worked so hard to make it out of vines, allowing me to not step on the ground even once while crossing here from the balcony in Juliette Palace.

It was close, but the guards did not see me.

For reference, Percy played a big role in getting the vines to reach this far.

The chimney bird bit the end of the vines and quietly moved it here, allowing us to successfully create the bridge without any issues.

No, thats not what is important right now.

Im sorry, your Royal Highness.

I immediately apologized. The crown prince silently observed me.

I had no intention of running away or leaving without saying anything. I still dont have such thoughts. At that time I dont even know what was happening.

I smiled bitterly. That was the only way for me to explain it.

It was a time when my instincts moved before any calculations and thought.

However, I have never forgotten that I am your partner and Dame Sarnezs partner. I have also not forgotten that I said that we would do things together.

The crown princes orange eyes became calmer, looking closer to the color of night than day. I emphasized once again.

I was not trying to hurt you, your Royal Highness.

An extremely shoddy houseplant.

He bleakly commented. I blinked because I had no idea what he was talking about.

A tiny little chair and just as tiny windows.

You wanted to go back to such a place?

He was almost growling at me.

I was wondering what he was talking about before realizing that he was talking about the pot with the little grass doll and the fishing chair.

My jaws dropped on their own. You saw our veranda as well?

I understand how you were treated at your home castle.

Hold on, your Royal Highness.

You must not be used to the luxury and freedom of the Imperial Palace.

That is true, but

This is driving me nuts. I quietly mumbled.

I wanted to say that he was in a swamp of delusion but it was weird for me to say so, because I knew that Prince Jesse was a scoundrel in the Holy Kingdom.

We were not financially struggling, but our house probably looked like a barn to the crown prince of the Empire. Mm.

Technically, what you said is not wrong, your Royal Highness. But

Kiiiiiiiiiii, kiiiiiiiiii!

Demy. You cant randomly touch things when you go to a friends house.

This was the truth in the real world as well. Our three siblings had a lot of good people around us.

My aunts from my mom and dads sides became best friends after taking turns looking after us and my parents friends, whom weve known for a long time, called us to check in very often.

Weve also stayed in the same place for a long time, so we had a lot of neighbors we were close with as well.

Despite not having any superpowers, we were able to get through any difficult situations with the help of warm individuals around us.

What if your ether does not recover.

The young man responded in a low voice. His orange eyes seemed gloomy.

Then I am worried about you, your Royal Highness.

I answered. I would be fine with it but I was worried about this punk, who had only physically grown up but not mentally.

Unlike Christelle, the crown prince had a critical weakness.

You are one of only two Holy Knights in the Empire but your partner would not be able to do his part.

I will cultivate my soul daily, study hard, and do my best to keep myself healthy for my ether to return. Your Royal Highness, it might be best for you to find a new priest for the worst possible situation.

Boom!

He stood up from his seat. The chair fell and rolled on the ground.

Rhea and Perry got scared and quickly climbed down from the crown prince and climbed up my thighs.

I looked at him in shock.

His gaze was so hot that just looking at it made me feel like I would burn.

I will keep you confined until your powers return.

Why are we back to the beginning

Do not even think about escaping from life with an Imperial family member.

Flames sparkled at his fingertips. The three red pandas raised their tails as if they were wary of it.

I was at a loss for words as I petted the three red pandas.

I finally felt as if I was experiencing the reason that the QNW cursed him so much.

The male lead had no hearing issues but you couldnt communicate with him.

It felt bleak that the main character had to fix this guy.

Your partner I am not saying I will not be your partner.

Stay calm. It is because he didnt get to socialize much when he was younger.

If I can fix this punk a bit right now, Christelle will suffer less later.

I am simply saying that you need to make a rational decision as the future heir to the throne, your Royal Highness. Especially if you are to get a Religious Partner, I would think you should look at the Archbishops-

There will be restrictions, but I will allow some walking and visitors.

The crown prince commented. He gave the next order before I could even say anything.

Escort the prince to Juliette Palace.

As you command, your Royal Highness.

Eek!

I grabbed all three red pandas and gasped. David was now standing by the door.

The middle-aged man bowed to show his respect.

How long have you been there, Lord David?

Since you asked if you could put the kiddos down, your highness.

Thats from the beginning!

*

Although I was kicked out like that, I was able to go take walks in the garden starting the next day.

I was also able to have guests, despite having some restrictions.

They had to first request an audience with the crown prince and those who received permission could come see me.

I waited for the only person who passed the crown princes approval as I enjoyed my walk in the garden.

Benjamin and Ganael knew who it was, but I asked the two of them not to tell me. It was fun to guess.

Male or female?

Male, your highness.

Holy knight?

No, your highness.

Mage?

No, your highness.

Ganael was smiling as he walked on beat with Percy.

I was enjoying the colorful maple leaves and the outside breeze before I stopped.

If the person is not a Holy Knight or a mage, is it Sand?

I feel like Sand is the limit of who the crown prince would allow

Here comes your guest, your highness.

Benjamin gently commented and pointed toward the entrance of the garden. I quickly turned my head.

I couldnt help but laugh because I was shocked but happy to see the person I had not expected at all.

Gerrit! You came to see your uncle?

The little boy, who was tightly holding Sir Johanns hand, quickly ran over with a large bag on his back.

I lifted him up and gave him a hug.

The large mint-colored eyes of the young boy sparkled with the same emotion as mine.

I turned back to see that Sir Johann, who had not received permission to enter, was smiling from a distance.

Translators Comments

Aww poor Johann just in the distance.