The Incompetent Bratty Prince is out (2/4 chapters)
Cornering the Mastermind to Edge
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“Ku…! Everyone, don’t falter! We are the Capetien Guards! There’s no way we can lose to the small fries of Dehaubalz!!” (??)
The Guard Captain shouted to inspire the guards who were fighting. However, it was still overwhelming numbers. In such a narrow space, always creating a two-to-one situation, the guards of Capetien were being taken down one after another.
“Xandra.” (Harold)
“Yes.” (Alexandra)
With my partner, the ‘Jet Black Shield Casparleague’ in hand, I headed towards Jean along with Xandra. I asked Monica to guard Lizette, who was shouting encouragements.
“Uoooooooh!” (??)
“You’re in the way.” (Alexandra)
“Ugh!?” (??)
The guard who charged at us with a loud cry was sent flying by Xandra’s casual swing of her ‘Balmung’.
Usually, that’s how mobs are treated, right? Just in case, I glance at Xandra… yep, her eyes aren’t turning red like they did during the incident with the Saintess of Christia. I’m relieved.
As we got closer step by step, more and more guards come at us one by one, but most fall to Xandra’s sword, and those who barely manage to attack were all blocked by me and Cas.
Speaking of which, ever since I earned the title together with my partner, my former flimsy defense has transformed into the highest-class defense in ‘Enhaz’. There’s no way attacks from mob knights could get through.
And then…
“Your Highness Jean… no, Jean Christophe de Capetien. Your dream of seizing the throne is over. Surrender quietly.” (Harold)
“Hahaha… to think that my plan would be ruined by the likes of the ‘incompetent bratty prince’.” (Jean)
Jean covered his face with both hands and let out a dry laugh.
“So… how did you figure out I was plotting a coup?” (Jean)
“No, with the way you were glaring at His Majesty Salomon, it was obvious. Actually, I’m more surprised you thought we wouldn’t notice.” (Harold)
I answered Jean’s seemingly genuine question deliberately. However, in truth, I had known about it from the start.
“Besides, we need to return to the Dehaubalz Kingdom soon, so could you give up already?” (Harold)
Though I said it in an annoyed tone, I knew this man wouldn’t give up so easily. After all, even in ‘Enhaz’, when the protagonist stopped the coup, Jean resisted to the bitter end.
“Your Highness Jean!!!” (??)
The Guard Captain, who came to rescue Jean, charged at us while wildly swinging his sword.
Is this what you call loyalty? It seems he’s ready to share Jean’s fate.
“We have not lost yet! As long as His Highness is with us, we can still lead this nation!” (Knight Captain)
“Is that so… indeed…” (Jean)
Hey, don’t be so easily swayed. Even if you manage to escape, that future will never come. But, well… this is how it goes.
“Haru-sama, I’ll take care of this.” (Alexandra)
“Xandra, be careful.” (Harold)
Facing the Guard Captain who stood to protect Jean, Xandra pointed the tip of her ‘Balmung’ at him.
I know she’ll finish him off in an instant, but still, I can’t help but worry.
“Your Highness Harold… no, you’re nothing but a nuisance interfering with my path to domination! Pay with your blood!” (Jean)
“Yeah, yeah.” (Harold)
Jean roared in grandiose fashion, drawing a long thin sword.
It was probably the SR weapon ‘Aramis’ Sword’, the one you obtain after defeating Jean, the event boss, in Enhaz… wait, what!?
“Th-that sword…!” (Harold)
“Oh? You recognize it? Indeed, this sword is the legendary blade… ‘Holy Sun Sword Durandal’.” (Jean)
No, no, no, no, no!? Why does Jean have a UR weapon!? Besides, this sword is supposed to be a heroine’s exclusive weapon! Don’t just use it without permission!
“Haha… It seems your shield is quite formidable, but it surely cannot withstand the sharpness of this sword.” (Jean)
“…” (Harold)
I’m not worried about that, but why does this guy have a UR weapon…? Anyway, the event boss Jean wasn’t much of a threat, being on the same level as Lorenzo, whom I fought during the Saintess abduction incident.
His primary attack is fire-based long-range skills, which are easy to deal with. Besides, ‘Holy Sun Sword Durandal’ is a close-combat weapon, and its unique skill, [Fanfare], enhances the sword’s power by surrounding it with holy light, tripling its attack. But unless you’re a close-combat character, it’s not that useful. Well, it doesn’t matter. If he’s easy to beat, then that’s fine with me.
“Come at me.” (Harold)
“Oh… you seem confident. But can you maintain that with this!?” (Jean)
Jean lunged at me, closing the distance in an instant.
He’s fast enough, but compared to Xandra or even the Holy Knight Carla, he’s nothing special. Given that he’s a long-range attacker, it’s only natural his physical abilities are lacking. Moreover…
“What!?” (Jean)
When I easily blocked his sword strike, Jean’s face twisted in astonishment.
Considering his fire attribute and the fact that ‘Holy Sun Sword Durandal’ is a light attribute weapon, he shouldn’t be able to handle it properly.
“Damn! Damn it!” (Jean)
Jean continued slashing at me, but of course, it didn’t work.
It’s truly a waste of a great weapon…
“Haru-sama! Do your best!” (Alexandra)
Stepping on the already dying Guard Captain, Xandra cheered for me with a smile.
Isn’t my fiancée the strongest? Even though our opponent is the Guard Captain of an entire kingdom.
“Well… what now? You already know how this will end.” (Harold)
I called out to Jean, who was finally panting and had stopped his attacks.
There’s no point in continuing. It would just be bullying at this point.
“Not yet! It’s not over yet!” (Jean)
“No, it’s over. The Guard Captain was taken down by Xandra in an instant, and the rest of the knights have already been subdued. You’re the only one left.” (Harold)
I gazed at Jean, who still hadn’t given up, with pity. For us, it was an outrageous coup attempt, but for him, conquering the world as a king was his dream. It was no wonder he couldn’t accept that dream had crumbled. Then…
“…In the end, I must use this… just as that man said…” (Jean)
“Everyone! Get away from here immediately!!” (Harold)
Jean pulled out a bottle from his pocket containing a liquid and a floating eyeball, and I screamed.
At the same time, Jean… swallowed that eyeball.
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