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Giving a Piece of Mind to the Heroine’s Mother

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“Your Excellency Olson, I apologize for canceling the early return you had arranged for us.” (Harold)

The next morning, I deeply bowed my head to Minister Olson, who visited my room. Of course, it was regarding our decision to cancel the early return of the Dehaubalz Kingdom’s delegation and remain as originally planned.

“Hmm… Certainly, the guilty servant died on the spot, and as for the mastermind likely behind him, the Capetien Kingdom will undoubtedly conduct a nationwide search.” (Olson)

Minister Olson stroked his chin and nodded. However, he added.

“Well, they’ve probably already caught the mastermind by now.” (Olson)

“That is…” (Harold)

“Did Your Highness also figure it out?” (Olson)

Without a doubt, Minister Olson had also realized that the mastermind was Lizette’s brother, Jean.

Well, it’s only natural that such a capable man, who serves as the foreign minister, would figure it out.

“In that case, things will move quickly. By staying here, we can show that we genuinely wish for friendship with the Capetien Kingdom and, at the same time, gain favor with His Majesty Salomon.” (Olson)

“Haha…” (Harold)

From the way he said it, it seemed like that was his intention all along, wasn’t it? What a cunning old fox. But considering that a man as competent as Olson is willing to support me, the so-called ‘incompetent bratty prince’, I should probably be grateful. Even though I have no intention of vying for the throne. As long as we can ensure Wilfred doesn’t take the throne.

“Well then, I will inform the Capetien side of our decision.” (Olson)

“Yes, please do.” (Harold)

After Olson left the room with a smile, I turned to Monica.

“Monica, I’ll leave it to you.” (Harold)

“Leave it to me.” (Monica)

Monica respectfully bowed and exited the room.

Last night, after deciding to stay here, I explained the situation to Alexandra, Monica, and Casparleague. I told them what we needed to do to prevent Jean’s coup.

Fortunately, Minister Olson had already deduced that Jean was the mastermind behind last night’s incident, so I planned to ask him for various favors going forward.

And then…

“Haru-sama, good morning.” (Alexandra)

Right after Olson and Monica left, Alexandra entered the room, of course. She must have known that I was talking to Olson and waited for the right moment so as not to interrupt.

“Good morning. I apologize for keeping you waiting.” (Harold)

“Ah… Fufu. No, I wasn’t waiting at all.” (Alexandra)

When I bowed my head to apologize, Alexandra happily took my hand.

Ah, isn’t my fiancée the best? She’s absolutely the best.

 

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“So, what will we do today?” (Alexandra)

After finishing a late breakfast, Alexandra casually asked me. Since all my scheduled duties as a goodwill ambassador had been canceled due to last night’s incident, I was fortunately free.

So…

“Since we have the chance, let’s ask Her Highness Lizette to spend some time with us. I’m sure she will go out of her way to ensure we enjoy ourselves.” (Harold)

“Fufu, indeed.” (Alexandra)

With that, Alexandra and I left the dining hall and headed to Lizette’s room, but…

“Sigh… Just admit it already. Last night’s incident was your doing, wasn’t it?” (Queen Paula)

“I… I didn’t…” (Lizette)

In front of the room, Lizette was being interrogated by a woman in extravagant clothing. She was Queen Paula Beatrice de Capetien. Lizette’s usual demeanor as the ‘villainess’ had vanished, and she stood with her head down, trembling. Behind the queen, her younger sister, the second princess, Her Highness Elene, was watching with concern.

It seemed that Lizette was being suspected of being the mastermind behind last night’s incident. Just like in her scenario in ‘Enhaz’, where she was framed.

“If you come forward, Jean’s confinement will be lifted. Surely you don’t want to see your brother suffer, do you?” (Paula)

“…” (Lizette)

Ah, the queen’s demands are completely unreasonable. Why would confessing to the crime lift Jean’s confinement? That’s a separate issue from his failure as a host. Still, as a goodwill ambassador from another country, it would be too much for me to get involved in their family disputes. But…

“Queen Paula-sama, don’t you think that’s a bit unreasonable?” (Harold)

Why am I stepping in without thinking of the consequences again? I really do astonish myself sometimes.

“…Your Highness Harold. This is a matter concerning the Capetien Kingdom… no, our family. It’s not something you should interfere with.” (Queen Paula)

“I cannot simply stand by. Although I have only known Her Highness Lizette for one day, we are already friends. As a friend, I cannot overlook her being subjected to such unjust treatment.” (Harold)

Queen Paula glared at me sharply as if to say, “Don’t interfere”.

However, I’m the goodwill ambassador from Dehaubalz Kingdom, so isn’t that attitude of hers rather impolite?

“Haah… Your Highness Harold, you may not be aware of this, but shamefully, my daughter is called a ‘villainess.’ There is no one else in this palace who would commit such a heinous act other than Lizette.” (Paula)

“Is that really so? At the very least, Her Highness Lizette went out of her way to be considerate of us yesterday, and she was always mindful during the banquet. If she were the culprit, my maid who discovered the poison would have surely noticed something.” (Harold)

With a deep breath, Queen Paula tried to pin the crime on Lizette, but I refuted her.

“And besides, why is Her Highness Lizette labeled as a ‘villainess’ in the first place? From what I’ve seen, there’s no way that’s true. Most importantly… I cannot stand the thought of my dear friend being subjected to such slander.” (Harold)

“!?” (Paula)

When I shot a sharp gaze and said that, Queen Paula gasped.

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