The Incompetent Bratty Prince is out (1/4 chapters)
Behind the Scenes’ Manipulator Has Been Revealed
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“I… I…” (Jean)
About three minutes had passed since the Gargouille fell silent. The massive and ominous form disappeared, leaving only Jean’s body, battered by our attacks and gradually turning into white sand.
“You took the life of your biological mother, Queen Paula, and was defeated by us in an instant. You don’t have much time left.” (Harold)
“I see…” (Jean)
I confronted him with reality, but Jean responded with a somewhat relieved expression.
“In the end… I was… merely manipulated…” (Jean)
“Hey, Jean. Why did you attempt such a reckless coup without proper preparations?” (Harold)
His lower half had already turned into white sand, and he probably didn’t even have a minute left. Still, I wanted to know.
In the main story of ‘Engage Hazard’, Jean could have automatically become the next king just by waiting for King Salomon to die of old age. So why did he choose the path of usurpation?
“When will King Salomon… my father… die…?” (Jean)
“That’s…” (Harold)
“A year from now? Or… maybe three years… ten years… or even further down the road… Meanwhile, I will also age…” (Jean)
Haah… How foolish. I thought there might be a more reasonable reason, but he was just impatient to fulfill his ambitions. In the first place, your ambition, the world domination was impossible to achieve within your lifetime, even if the coup had succeeded. And this is the result. In the end, you met an unrewarded demise. If only he had chosen a different path, like I did, unlike Harold in ‘Engage Hazard’, perhaps he could have seen a different world.
“One more thing. How did you obtain ‘Holy Sun Sword Durandal’ and the liquid-contained eye… ‘ Gargouille ‘s Eye’?” (Harold)
Both the UR weapon and ‘ Gargouille ‘s Eye’ aren’t something one could acquire in the Capetien Kingdom. Moreover, Jean, who shouldn’t even know of their existence, couldn’t possibly have sought them out.
“… ‘Ulysse’.” (Jean)
“Huh…?” (Harold)
“That man… he called himself… Ulysse…” (Jean)
Jean said no more. His entire body had turned into white sand.
“Ulysse, huh…” (Harold)
The man Jean mentioned at the end, the one who supposedly gave him ‘Holy Sun Sword Durandal’ and ‘ Gargouille’s Eye’. I have no idea why a man named Ulysse possessed them.
“Haru-sama…” (Alexandra)
“Yeah…” (Harold)
Alexandra gently placed her small hand over mine, which was gripping the white sand.
Perhaps she too had the same feeling as me. That, eventually, the time would come when we would confront this man called Ulysse.
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“Jean… you fool…” (Salomon)
After hearing the full account from me in the audience chamber of the royal palace, King Salomon muttered in a pained voice. His words hinted that he seemed to have high hopes for Jean.
“Though His Highness Jean has perished, there are still many, including the Guard Captain, who participated in the coup. In order to prevent such things from happening again, King Salomon, I ask for strict punishment.” (Harold)
“I know that! One wrong step, and this kingdom could have ended! Those who participated in the coup, including their entire families, will not be spared!” (King Salomon)
King Salomon’s face flushed red with anger as he pounded the armrest of his throne.
Seriously, I hope you handle it properly. Otherwise, the next ruler… no, queen, I suppose. Lizette would be in trouble.
“Also, during the suppression of the coup, Her Highness Lizette took command admirably and fought bravely. I believe this should be widely known throughout the Capetien Kingdom.” (Harold)
“Indeed! You’re right! Now that the crown prince Jean is gone, there’s no one but Lizette to succeed…” (Salomon)
“Oh? Is that so?” (Lizette)
“Onee-sama!?” (Elene)
Despite having remained quiet all this time, Lizette suddenly stood up and smiled. Her sudden move left Elene, who was standing next to her, looking troubled.
“In that case, I can indulge in all the luxuries I want as the crown princess. I was just thinking of getting a new dress, so I’ll have everything made anew. After all, the commoners will offer their money to me.” (Lizette)
“Wha…!?” (Harold)
Ugh… Lizette’s pulling an evil queen act here at the last minute. Even King Salomon is left speechless, mouth agape. That said, we’re not so foolish as to misunderstand the meaning behind her actions.
“So please, do appoint me as crown princess. I’m looking forward to it, Otou-sama.” (Lizette)
“Mmm…” (Salomon)
King Salomon, who was aware of the situation, buried his face in his hands.
Well, I guess I’ll have to lend a hand.
“Your Majesty. It wasn’t just Her Highness Lizette who played a key role. Thanks to Her Highness Elene’s cooperation, we were able to corner His Highness Jean and the others.” (Harold)
“His Highness Harold!? I-I didn’t do anything of the sort!” (Elene)
I felt bad for Elene, but this time I had to side with Lizette.
It’s okay to have at least one person on the villain’s side, right?
“Sigh… That’s enough. Everyone, leave.” (Salomon)
Holding his temple, King Salomon made a dismissive gesture. We stood up, bowed, and left the audience chamber.
“… Are you really okay with this?” (Elene)
“It’s fine… If a wicked woman like me became queen, the kingdom would surely fall.” (Lizette)
Lizette said with a playful tone.
It seems she believes that if she becomes the heir, the nobles will revolt.
“You’re a clumsy woman. But as a friend, I don’t dislike you.” (Alexandra)
“Is that so? Well, I’m glad to hear that.” (Lizette)
Lizette smiled brightly, her face looking refreshed.
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