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Letting It All Out

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“So, did everyone enjoy the royal capital today?” (Harold)

At the dinner table with everyone after their exploration of the royal capital, I asked with a smile.

Unfortunately, since we were busy annihilating the “Zodiac Twelve”, we didn’t reunite until evening, and we couldn’t really enjoy the royal capital. As a result, Cas was really upset.

“Yeah! I’ll be able to send lots of souvenirs to everyone back in Salso town!” (Uly)

“Mm-hmm… the meat was so delicious…” (Liliana)

Yup, it seems Uly and Liliana had a great time, which is a relief. Meanwhile…

“…” (Lloyd)

It seems that Lloyd didn’t have much success. Though, if he had succeeded, I’m not sure how I’d feel about that. In any case, I want Uly to have a normal romantic relationship. Not that I’m denying BL as a concept. Please don’t misunderstand me.

“Seriously, where on earth were you all this time?” (Lizette)

“Sorry. I’ll definitely make it up to you next time, I promise.” (Harold)

Liz, without hiding her irritation, let out a huff. I’ve been profusely apologizing to her ever since earlier. From what I heard, Liz waited the entire time for us to return.

I feel really bad about that.

“Well, well, His Highness Harold seems to have had various things to attend to, so it can’t be helped, can it?” (Christia)

“Indeed. And since he’s promised to spar with me tomorrow, I have no complaints.” (Carla)

Christia calmed Liz down, while Carla, looking delighted, waves her arms energetically.
It seems I’ll be stuck with her all day tomorrow.

“Oh, by the way. Saintess-sama, Carla-dono, could you please start calling me ‘Haru’ already?” (Harold)

For some reason, even though I’ve said it’s okay to call me by a nickname, Christia and the others still stubbornly call me ‘His Highness Harold’. Since they’re also part of what I hold dear, I wish they’d let go of that formality…

“We truly appreciate your kind words, but if we were to accidentally call you ‘Haru-sama’ in an official setting… It could cause unnecessary trouble, given the presence of His Highness Wilfred and the other princes.” (Christia)

“Exactly. Accepting the support of the Holy Kingdom means receiving the backing of believers worldwide. In the midst of the succession struggle, if that were to become public knowledge, it would invite those from this country and beyond seeking to exploit you, Your Highness Harold.” (Carla)

“Ahaha…” (Haru)

Up until now, they’d always gently refused, so I hadn’t realized how much thought they’d put into it. Feeling ashamed of my naivety, I could only give a bitter laugh.

However, the two of you don’t know… That I have no interest in the succession dispute, and I plan to eventually abdicate and become the adopted son-in-law of the Chevalier family.

“Ah! My meat!” (Uly)

“Give it back!” (Lloyd)

“Mm-hmm, don’t you know? These things are first-come, first-served.” (Liliana)

“Ahahaha!” (Harold)

Watching Liliana steal meat from Uly and Lloyd, I burst out laughing.

I want to blow away this dark thing inside my heart.

 

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“Haru-sama…” (Alexandra)

After dinner with everyone, late at night. I went to visit Xandra’s room, though I knew it was rude.

“Would you like to step outside for some fresh air?” (Harold)

“Yes…” (Alexandra)

When I said that, Xandra lightly placed her small hand on mine.

It was a little cold, but pleasant. I escorted Xandra to the garden where, two years ago, I had knelt and bowed to her.

“I received three years to prove myself worthy of you.” (Harold)

“…” (Alexandra)

“Now, there’s less than a year left. By then, do you think I can become someone who can stand beside you?” (Harold)

I gazed into her sapphire eyes as I asked. I fully understood I was asking something pathetic, but I couldn’t shake my insecurity.

Because I…

“No one in this world could be more suited to be my lover than you. No… I was born to become your lover.” (Alexandra)

“I see…” (Harold)

“And also… Haru-sama, you should reveal more of what’s in your heart. You keep carrying things, hiding your weaknesses… even from me.” (Alexandra)

Ahaha… That stings a little. But I can’t be weak if I want to become someone worthy of being Xandra’s fiancé. Back when I was 13 and we had just gotten engaged, I could still get away with that, but now…

“Uh, well…” (Harold)

“Haru-sama. Please forgive me, but could you crouch down a little?” (Alexandra)

“Huh…?” (Harold)

Startled by her serious expression, I let out a confused sound but crouched down…

“Xa-Xandra!?” (Harold)

“My dear, dear Haru-sama. Please, entrust me with even your weaknesses. The joys, the happiness, the sadness, the pain, the regret, the frustration—all of it, we should share. That’s what it means to be mates.” (Alexandra)

Xandra tightly hugged my face and whispered into my ear.

But I must be strong. Even if my own mother tries to kill me, no matter how painful it is, I have to endure everything. That’s why… That’s why…

“Haru-sama… My most precious, precious person. Please, let it all out in my arms?” (Alexandra)

“Uwaaahhhhhhhh…!” (Harold)

Under the brilliantly shining moonlight.

Wrapped in Xandra’s warmth and kindness, I released everything I’d been holding back until now into her small chest. The sadness, the pain, the frustration, the bitterness—all of it. And Xandra simply held me, gently and quietly. For a long, long time…

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