The Incompetent Bratty Prince is out (2/4 chapters)
Abilities were Recognized and Got Accepted Instead of Protagonist
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“Well then… let’s begin!” (Drake)
With Commander Drake’s signal, the bout with the Royal Guards began.
Now… of course, I’ve only a shield, so I just block the enemy’s attacks. I just wait like a turtle until he attacks. Of course.
“What’s wrong? If you don’t attack, this won’t get started. I don’t mind just waiting here, though.” (Harold)
“Ugh!”
That’s right. Since I’m playing the role of a shield-bearer, I need to make sure to build up the right amount of hate. Thanks to that, the Royal Guard is glaring at me like he’s about to explode.
“Uooh!!!” (??)
The Royal Guard was already irritated and losing his patience, and when he got provoked by me, he raised his sword high and charged.
Honestly, there are so many openings in his stance that it’ll be easy to parry this attack.
“You fool…” (Drake)
Out of the corner of my eye, I could see Commander Drake shaking his head in dismay.
Losing your composure on the battlefield can be a fatal mistake.
“Ugh!?” (??)
“You’re too easy.” (Harold)
I wasn’t planning on attacking, but his movements were so slow, and there were so many gaps, that I ended up smacking him hard with my shield. Sadly, since I, Harold, have the weakest physical attack power, it didn’t seem to have any effect at all.
“Come on, what’s wrong? Getting hit by a shield… Are you really a Royal Guard?” (Harold)
“This… This is impossible!!!” (Royal Guard)
The Royal Guard became increasingly unsettled and started attacking randomly. But I just calmly blocked, dodged, and deflected them like it was a routine task.
With no war underway, this may be the limit for the Royal Guard, who have little combat experience. On the other hand, I had fought alongside my companion Cas against giant monsters like the Henwen, Gigant Spriggan, and Gargoille. Someone like this Royal Guard, who feels like a minor enemy, is no match for me. Still…
“Wow… I’ve gotten this strong, haven’t I?” (Harold)
Having Xandra as my training partner and battling other strong opponents, I didn’t realize how vast the gap was between me and these lesser enemies. Besides, when fighting mobs in ‘Enhaz’, it’s usually against several at once, so in a one-on-one fight, the difference becomes even more obvious. That’s even on Very Hard difficulty.
“Damn it… damn ittttttttttt!” (Royal Guard)
The attack was completely ineffective, and the guard looked like he was about to cry. He swung his sword around frantically.
I am starting to feel a little bad for him, but I can’t afford to lose either, so it can’t be helped.
And then…
“That’s enough! The winner of this match… is His Highness Harold!” (Drake)
The Royal Guard’s spirit finally broke, and Commander Drake declared my victory.
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“Wahahaha! To think that His Highness Harold was such a capable warrior, this Bradley Drake is thoroughly impressed!” (Drake)
“Ahaha” (Harold)
After the confrontation with the Royal Guards, a drinking party somehow began.
And…
“Your Highness Harold! Next, please fight me!” (??)
“Hey! Don’t you dare try to cut in line!” (??)
One after another, the Royal Guards challenged me to a duel. However, it wasn’t out of revenge for their defeated comrade. It was more out of a genuine desire to fight me.
It might sound rude, but I realize that Commander Drake and the Royal Guard Division are just a bunch of muscleheads. Since as long as they recognize your strength, they treat you warmly, even if I am the “incompetent bratty prince”.
“Hehe… I’m really glad that there are more people who understand Haru-sama now.” (Alexandra)
“Yeah…” (Harold)
Watching the cheerful Royal Guards, Xandra, who sat beside me, smiled happily.
However, it was you who was the first one to understand me, Xandra, and the one who has continued to believe in me all this time. That support means more to me than you could ever know.
“By the way… while I did come here to observe, I also wanted to know what everyone thought about Wilfred becoming the head of the Royal Guard Division.” (Harold)
“Hmm…” (Drake)
Switching back to a more formal tone, I asked Commander Drake about this strange situation where two command structures existed. After all, I came here to see things for myself.
“Your Highness Harold! There’s no way we’d accept that!” (??)
“Exactly! No matter how much of a royal decree it is, we can’t stand by and let someone disrespect our commander!” (??)
As expected, none of the Royal Guards welcomed Wilfred. Commander Drake, who simply drank the drink that was poured for him in silence, was probably feeling the same way.
“Besides! Since His Highness Wilfred was appointed head of the Royal Guard Division, he hasn’t even shown his face here once! He probably just sees us as tools!” (??)
“Ehh…” (Harold)
Come on, you’re the leader now, at least make an appearance… Though, thanks to that, I’ve been able to get closer to the Royal Guard division.
As I watched the others venting their frustration, I found myself thinking.
“What is the meaning of this!” (Wilfred)
Of all people, Wilfred decided to show up at this very moment.
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