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Receives Invitation to Join Student Council
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“Harold, do you have a moment?” (Raphael)
As I was packing up after the day’s classes had ended, Raphael came into the classroom.
What on earth could this be about…?
“Brother Raphael, what brings you here?” (Harold)
“It’s not something we can discuss here. Let’s move to another place.” (Raphael)
With that, still tilting my head in curiosity, I followed Raphael.
“Umm…” (Harold)
“Actually, there’s an opening in the student council. Harold, I’d like you to take on the role of secretary.” (Raphael)
I was brought to the student council’s salon, where he suddenly made this request.
By the way, it was just the two of us here, me and Raphael. But still…
“That… isn’t Brother Cardis the student council president? If I joined, wouldn’t that risk collapsing the student council?” (Harold)
“There’s no need to worry about that. I became the student council president, and the reason there’s an open spot in the student council is that Cardis resigned.” (Raphael)
“He resigned!?” (Harold)
At Raphael’s words, I couldn’t help but raise my voice.
No, no, there’s no way someone as proud as Cardis would relinquish the position of student council president to his rival Raphael…
“It’s no wonder you’re surprised, Harold. I had the same reaction when I heard about it. But… you understand, don’t you? Who His Majesty the King intends to make the next king?” (Raphael)
“Ah…” (Harold)
I see… So Cardis is at least somewhat shocked that King Eibar is supporting Wilfred as the next king. But isn’t this a little late to be reacting to that? He should have realized King Eibar’s favoritism when he brought that guy into Cardis’ faction.
“Of course, I have no intention of accepting His Majesty’s plans outright. You feel the same way, don’t you, Harold? After all, you defeated Wilfred in a duel and demanded that sort of… thing… as your reward.” (Raphael)
Ah, yes. I absolutely cannot let Wilfred become the next king. If that were to happen, only a future full of unhappiness would remain for everyone.
“But what significance is there in me joining the student council?” (Harold)
“Isn’t it obvious? Harold, it’s just about accepting my request to join the student council. That’s it. The rest will be decided by the people around me.” (Raphael)
I see… The purpose is to clearly show that Raphael and I, who were thought to be unrelated, are actually working together.
“Besides, my desire for you hasn’t changed at all, and among the royal family, I value your abilities the most. As student council president, it’s only natural for me to seek you out, right?” (Raphael)
“Ah, haha…” (Harold)
With Raphael pressing this hard, all I could do was let out a strained laugh.
But still…
“I understand. This Harold will do his best to assist you, Brother Raphael.” (Harold)
“Thank you for saying that. I… no, the student council welcomes you, Harold.” (Raphael)
While we are in a position to use each other, our goal of bringing down Wilfred is the same. In that case, it’s only natural for us to work together.
With a smile, Raphael and I shook hands.
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“Both of you were waiting for me!” (Harold)
As I exited the student council room, Xandra and Monica greeted me.
Even though Raphael and I had been talking for quite some time, they waited for me. I felt sorry for keeping them waiting… But I was very happy.
“Haru-sama. Did the discussion with His Highness Raphael go well?” (Alexandra)
“Yes. This isn’t the place to talk about it, so let’s head to my room.” (Harold)
“Fufu… Yes.” (Alexandra)
Taking Xandra, who happily held my hand, to my room in the dormitory…
“To get straight to the point, I have decided to join the student council at Brother Raphael’s request.” (Harold)
I explained the content of my conversation with Raphael in the student council room to the two… and one animal.
Cas probably isn’t interested in political matters, but it wouldn’t feel right to exclude my partner. Understanding this, Cas listened intently. I’ll make sure to shower him with affection later.
“That’s how it is.” (Harold)
“I see… However, His Highness Cardis’s reaction was unexpected.” (Monica)
“I thought so too. Even though he was shocked, the one among us brothers who most sought the throne… No, that’s not right. The one who was most expected to seek the throne was none other than Brother Cardis.” (Harold)
Indeed… It isn’t Cardis himself but our mother, Margaret, who seeks for Cardis to be king more than anyone else.
“Regardless, it seems things will get busy from now on. With Your Highness Harold and His Highness Raphael joining forces, it will cause even more confusion among those around you.” (Monica)
“Yes, that’s true.” (Harold)
Xandra and I exchanged a soft smile.
At the very least, this makes it clear that the battle for the throne is now between me or Raphael and Wilfred, with Cardis eliminated from the running. At that time, where will the nobles of Cardis’ faction align themselves? In my opinion, they will side with us rather than Wilfred. This is because Wilfred, who served as Cardis’ right-hand man, is not well-regarded within the faction. After all, he joined the faction suddenly, took the position of right-hand man, and then demanded they follow him. For proud nobles, that would be unacceptable.
Of course, the pre-rebirth Harold was in a similar position or worse. At any rate, they won’t align themselves with me, but with Raphael, they would have no complaints. As a result, Raphael will absorb most of the nobles in Cardis’ faction, and the balance of power will shift dramatically.
“Everyone, things will get hectic from now on, but I ask for your support.” (Harold)
“Yes!” (Alexandra)
“Leave it to me.” (Monica)
“Of course!” (Casparleague)
We nodded firmly, filled with determination.
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