The Incompetent Bratty Prince is out (3/4 chapters)
The Admission of the Margrave Stone’s son into the Royal Academy has been Decided
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“Your Excellency Stone, I understand that it may be difficult for you to trust those of us from Dehaubalz. Is it really in his best interest to confine him in such a small place at such a young age?” (Harold)
I shrugged and looked from Margrave Stone to Ulysses.
Well, basically, the point is to get him admitted into the Royal Academy.
“Wahaha, what an amusing thing to say. Certainly, we Norz people once held the entire island in our grasp and reached the peak of prosperity. However, now we seek nothing beyond what we have here.” (Laertes)
“That may be Lord Stone’s perspective. But what about you, Ulysses? Don’t you want to break free from this land, surrounded by walls and sea, and broaden your horizons?” (Harold)
“Eh…?” (Ulysses)
He probably didn’t expect to be suddenly called into the reception room, examined closely, and then told this story. Not knowing what to do, his eyes were wandering. But… within his amber-colored eyes, I could definitely glimpse a hint of expectation.
“Of course, Your Excellency Stone’s concerns are entirely valid. Therefore, I swear on the name of Harold Weir Dehaubalz that I will protect him without fail and ensure no harm comes to him at the Royal Academy.” (Harold)
That’s what I said, but from Margrave Stone’s point of view, I’m just another member of the royal family. There’s probably not a shred of trust in me.
“Your Excellency Stone. It’s not just on behalf of His Highness Harold, but I too, Alexandra ob Chevalier, swear on the name of the Household of Duke Chevalier that we will protect him with all we have.” (Alexandra)
Xandra placed a hand over her chest as she made her declaration in order to support me.
“Hmm… If it were only His Highness Harold’s words, it would be one thing. However, if I also have such a promise from the Household of Duke Chevalier…” (Laertes)
Oh, Margrave Stone seems to have become a little more willing to go along with this, huh? As a father, he probably wouldn’t want to confine his precious son here. From the perspective of the Stone Household, they’d surely want their heir to expand his horizons as well.
“F-Father! I would like to go! O-Of course, I have no dissatisfaction with Salso, and I am proud to be one of the Norz people! B-But… I…” (Ulysses)
Ulysses leaned forward with energy, but toward the end, his voice trailed off and became almost inaudible.
He’s probably naturally shy. I can kind of relate.
“…Once you step out of this town, no one can predict what might happen. There’s no guarantee of your life.” (Laertes)
“…” (Ulysses)
Under Marquis Stone’s piercing gaze, Ulysses fell silent.
While I do want to bring him to the Royal Academy, I feel like if I meddle too much and try to help him out, Margrave Stone would refuse all the more. This is something that Ulysses himself must show resolve for. If he doesn’t, Margrave Stone won’t be able to feel at ease.
“Even so, do you still want to go to the capital?” (Laertes)
“…I want to go. I… I want to go!” (Ulysses)
The moment Ulysses declared this, Margrave Stone widened his eyes.
Judging by his reaction, Ulysses must have never expressed his opinions to his father before. He does seem a bit timid.
“I see… Then, I have nothing more to say. Do as you wish.” (Laertes)
“Father! Th-Thank you…!” (Ulysses)
Alright! With this, Ulysses will be admitted to the Royal Academy!
“Your Highness Harold, Lady Alexandra… Please take care of my son.” (Margrave)
“No, it is we who are honored to be entrusted with your precious son.” (Harold)
As Margrave Stone deeply bowed his head, we also bowed ours in turn.
But honestly… While we might’ve helped push things along, considering how easily he gave his permission, it seems like if Ulysses had simply asked in the first place, he probably could have been admitted to the Royal Academy from the start. Well, I can read the room, so I won’t say that out loud.
“Wahaha! Tonight, we shall celebrate Ulysses’s growth and his departure in grand fashion!” (Laertes)
“Yes, Milord.” (??)
With tears welling up in his eyes, Margrave Stone gave instructions to his steward. Perhaps, he had been waiting as a father for the moment when Ulysses would take his first step forward.
“Your Highness Harold, please do join us for tonight’s farewell celebration!” (Laertes)
“Ahaha… It would be my honor.” (Harold)
As Margrave Stone gripped my hand tightly, I nodded, slightly overwhelmed.
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