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As Expected, Protagonist Turns Out to be Fated Rival

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“S-Sorry to keep you waiting…” (Alexandra)

“Oh…” (Harold)

When my beloved fiancée finally appeared, dressed up and ready, I was so captivated by her beauty that I embarrassingly let my tea spill out of my mouth.

But honestly, who could blame me?

She was wearing a black and blue dress that fitted her silhouette more snugly than usual, creating a stark contrast with her still youthful appearance. And as if that wasn’t enough, the dress had a slit in the skirt.

I’m already worried some of the guys might get glued to Xandra’s presence.

“S-so, um… This is the latest design by Lady Selway. I-I was worried it might be too bold…” (Alexandra)

“Not at all. There’s nothing wrong with it.” (Harold)

In fact, Lady Selway did an amazing job! I swear from now on, I’m going to favor her designs above anyone else’s.

“A-Alexandra, isn’t that a bit too… revealing?” (Cedric)

“Not at all. It’s a groundbreaking design that highlights Xandra’s beauty.” (Harold)

Sorry, Cedric, but I’ll have to reject everything you say. If Xandra rethinks her choice and changes into another dress, I’ll never get to see her like this again.

“Well, well. It looks like you’ve already captured His Highness Harold’s heart, haven’t you?” (Lady Norma)

“Mother!?” (Alexandra)

Lady Norma gave a thumbs-up with a broad smile, while Xandra blushed so deeply that her shoulders and even her thighs, visible through the dress slit, were tinged with red. Honestly, as someone stuck in the peak of adolescence, I was way too excited. Even though, mentally, I was a 19-year-old college student.

“Let’s get going, then. Monica and Cas are eagerly waiting for your arrival.” (Harold)

“Y-yes…” (Alexandra)

I swallowed nervously and took Xandra’s small hand in mine.

Stay calm, Harold. You can’t let yourself act foolishly and make her lose respect for you.

We boarded the carriage in awkward silence and remained quiet until we arrived at the royal palace.

 

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“So, nothing happened, huh? Could it be that His Highness is just hopeless?” (Monica)

“Ugh!” (Harold)

Why do I always get such piercing looks from my personal maid the moment we return to the palace? And to be fair, I can’t exactly deny her accusation.

“Or could it be that His Highness isn’t interested in ladies, but rather… men?” (Monica)

“Monica!?” (Harold)

Monica… She’s definitely just messing with me. It’s been a while since her troublesome personality came out in full force. But more importantly—

“N-no way… Haru-sama, are you really…?” (Alexandra)

“No, no, please don’t take it seriously!” (Harold)

I quickly calmed Xandra, who was looking at me with an expression of utter despair.

Honestly, I wish she’d realize just how captivated I am by her already.

“Anyway, the celebration will begin soon, so let’s head to the venue.” (Harold)

“Y-yes.” (Alexandra)

Pulling myself together, I took Sandra’s hand and headed towards the venue. Monica, who was assigned as a server for the celebration, had to deliver food to Cas, so she would meet us later at the venue.

Then…

“Brother Harold…” (Wilfred)

“Wilfred…” (Harold)

Of all the luck, we ran into Wilfred in the hallway. And as expected, his partner was Marion.

It feels like it’s been a while since she’s appeared. Even though she’s the main heroine, she’s treated as less than a sub-heroine.

“Sister-in-law… or wait, I guess I shouldn’t call you that.” (Wilfred)

“No. More importantly, I don’t recall ever permitting you to speak to me.” (Alexandra)

Wilfred spoke timidly, but Xandra mercilessly shot him down. Marion watched the exchange between the two as if she were invisible, even though she was pitifully trembling after having been scared to death by Xandra in their previous encounter.

“Brother, about the matter we discussed earlier… can you reconsider?” (Wilfred)

“You’re persistent. I’ll never team up with you.” (Harold)

I am Harold Wel Dehaubalz, the Third Prince, a character even lower than a mere henchman in the story of ‘Enhaz’. When I regained my memories of my past life, all I wanted was to distance myself from both the protagonist and the heroines. But now that there’s a risk of Xandra being hurt, I’m ready to fight.

Against the protagonist, against the heroine—against this entire world of ‘Engage Hazard’.

“That’s why you’d better not talk to me during the celebration. I also forbid you from spying on us or even entering my line of sight.” (Harold)

“…Why do you hate me so much, Brother Harold?” (Wilfred)

Wilfred asked with a sharp, piercing gaze, as if trying to see through me.

Does he really not know?

The way he tormented Xandra by using my name when we were children. His disrespectful behavior toward me and Xandra after I regained my memories. That alone would be enough to make me despise him. But really, it all comes down to one thing.

“You are my destined enemy.” (Harold)

With those words, I left Wilfred and Marion behind, leading Xandra into the celebration hall.

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