The Incompetent Bratty Prince is out (3/4 chapters)
The Sacrificial Dog is Respected by The Protagonist
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“By the way, Owen, why did you want to challenge me?” (Harold)
While sitting on the ground, watching the teachers and security guards from the Royal Academy, who Owen brought as reinforcements, investigate the monstrous bird Flezverg, I asked.
Since the outcome had been decided, I thought it wouldn’t hurt to ask, and as the winner, I believed I had the right to ask.
“Well… it’s more like… I wanted to settle it, or rather, I just wanted to be sure for myself…” (Owen)
“What? You’re being vague.” (Harold)
“Well, it can’t be helped!” (Owen)
In the end, what the heck is this guy trying to say?
“Hehe… I believe His Highness Owen likely respects Haru-sama.” (Alexandra)
“!? S-shihou!?” (Owen)
Upon Xandra’s teasing, Owen’s face turned bright red.
Huh? Is that really the case?
“…Well, after seeing Aniki’s actions in the Magic Tower firsthand, I guess it’s natural to think that way.” (Owen)
“O-Oh…” (Harold)
This is troublesome. I don’t even know how to respond. I never thought the sacrificial dog like me would be respected by the protagonist.
“B-But, the stories I’d heard were completely different, and I got confused, so I thought it’d be quickest to just find out for myself…” (Owen)
“So, you challenged me to a fight because of that?” (Harold)
“Y-Yeah…” (Owen)
What the heck… I’m confused now, especially with the cute little brother act coming out of nowhere.
“Then, after fighting you, I realized. Aniki really is strong, and when I thought about how hard you must’ve worked to become this strong… I really thought you were amazing.” (Owen)
“So, that’s how it is…” (Harold)
“S-So, I’m going to get stronger, just like Aniki, and one day I’ll surpass you! Get ready for it!” (Owen)
Eh… What should I even do in response to something like that?
“Well, good luck.” (Harold)
“Yeah!” (Owen)
I roughly patted his head, and Owen grinned happily, scrunching up his face.
“Ah, like I’ve said before, I’m not going to participate in this ‘world’s best fiancée search,’ so don’t compete with me on that front.” (Harold)
“No, no, there’s no woman stronger than Shishou, so whoever I bring would just be embarrassed.” (Owen)
“You understand that well.” (Harold)
Huh, looks like this cute little brother gets it.
“W-Well, anyway, that’s all!” (Owen)
Owen stood up, embarrassed, and tried to run off quickly.
“…Oh, that’s right.” (Owen)
“? Owen?” (Harold)
“Aniki… ever since I was suddenly made the Fourth Prince, that guy… keeps saying, Your Highness Owen is the protagonist… unlike the sacrificial dog His Highness Harold.'” (Owen)
“That ‘guy’ is…?” (Harold)
“You know who. It’s Marion.” (Owen)
“Ah…” (Harold)
Well, I thought that woman would be the one to whisper things like that. But… I’m a little concerned about it.
“Owen. Who was it that made Marion your personal maid?” (Harold)
“Huh? Of course, it was King Eibar.” (Owen)
“Right.” (Harold)
Yeah, that information is enough. That means that woman became a personal maid by the king’s orders and has been whispering things like that. Normally, a king wouldn’t personally choose someone to be a personal maid.
“Well then, I’m leaving. I’ve got to train hard if I want to surpass Aniki.” (Owen)
“I see. Good luck.” (Harold)
“Yeah!” (Owen)
Owen smiled brightly and then left the training ground, taking Marion with him.
“Haru-sama…” (Alexandra)
“Yeah…” (Harold)
With the knowledge that Marion was connected to King Eibar, a new doubt arose in my mind.
“When did that woman… start collaborating with King Eibar…?” (Harold)
When she first came as my personal maid, she showed blatant disgust towards me, the ‘incompetent bratty prince’, and her attitude was terrible. But when I think about it, even though Marion, who dreamed of reviving the Shearer Household, was disappointed to become my personal maid, would she really act that way?
Rather, if she acted like that towards me, the Third Prince, she and the Shearer Household would face nothing but destruction. Then, the only reason she could act that way is that she was assured the revival of the Shearer Household. No, in fact, if she acted like that, it must have been because it led to the Shearer Household’s revival.
“That woman… I can’t let her live.” (Alexandra)
Xandra’s eyes changed to a deeper blood-red.
That’s how intense her anger toward Marion must be.
“Xandra, it’s still too soon.” (Harold)
“…Yes.” (Alexandra)
In any case, it’s clear that King Eibar and Uly are working together to move the story of Engage Hazard. Meanwhile, Uly, who values my existence as a sacrificial dog, and King Eibar, who is willing to casually replace Wilfred and the protagonist, have different ways of thinking.
“Then, we need to deal with King Eibar first, who might act rashly…” (Harold)
I already knew from the situation with Xandra’s engagement cancellation that the man is a small fry. He also showed how reckless he was when he tried to attack the Chevalier Household under the ridiculous excuse of using me as a hostage.
It’s tough, but with the protagonist Owen now on our side, there are plenty of ways to go about this.
“King Eibar, you better be ready.” (Harold)
I looked to the north, where the royal palace was, and lifted the corner of my mouth.
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