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So, what color were they?

A wonderful shade of pink.

But they had a slight tint of orange to them.

Personally…

how the cherry-blossom-colored ones point upwards is really to my liking.

But, Lady Ariel, ones that are folded-up toward the inside are also good.

My, are you saying that you like the inverted ones, Luke?

Personally, I'm fine as long as they're big.

You really have no taste.

Lady Ariel, you are in a position to become this country's ruler.

It is not advisable to make enemies based on trivial rumors or personal feelings.

Here's the thing, Derrick.

You always say that, but I'm only the second princess, you know?

I have two older brothers and an elder sister.

As long as they're in line,

I can never become the ruler.

But…

Enjoying tea and being able to live freely is already more than enough for me.

-Luke! -Lady Ariel, please escape!

Lady Ariel, I wish you'll become our ruler.

Luke! I leave the rest to you!

Lady Ariel!

Is this a dream?

It's not.

Where am I?

The Royal Palace of Asura Kingdom.

How about you? Where did you come from?

Buena Village.

How did you get here?

I don't know.

I suddenly found myself in the sky.

Excuse me--

It seems the Fittoa region has vanished.

Your hometown is already no more.

Searching for your family and friends would be difficult.

Regarding your treatment,

you'll be punished for trespassing in the royal palace.

If you put this on and stay by my side,

I'll promise to help search for your family.

Don't worry. I'll be of use to you.

From this moment on, until that time arrives,

alter your name and appearance.

Lady Ariel, good morning.

Good morning.

Luke. Fitz.

Such a pleasant morning.

Luke, how is today's plan?

After breakfast, there's a social gathering in the audience room.

Thereafter, there is a usual meeting with Sir Pilemon.

"Sir" Pilemon?

Isn't he your father?

We are told to not mix public and private matters.

Look, she's here!

It's Lady Ariel!

Everyone, good day to you all.

Good day.

My!

If it isn't Sir Pilemon.

And here you are, Lady Ariel.

Please do not forget our meeting this afternoon.

I know.

Well!

It's Ariel and Sir Pilemon.

Are you two having some private discussion?

Brother Grabell, good day to you.

I guess we got found out.

Actually, we were having a secret talk about what would be today's desserts.

Precisely.

Speaking of desserts…

Unlike me, the child of a mistress,

my sister, bearing the noble blood of a queen consort,

is rumored has been obsessed with the charm

of very luxurious cakes laden with fruit toppings.

What are you saying, dear brother?

Such extravagant cakes are still too soon for a little girl like me.

Sir Pilemon, you always save the fruit on top of the cake for the last.

It has always been snatched and eaten by others, right?

By someone you dislike.

Has that happened, now?

You're old enough.

Isn't it a good time to choose who you gave it to of your own volition?

Of course, I will give it to none other than you!

That's good, then.

Ariel, please let us hear your beautiful singing voice again sometime.

You should only be the center of attention when you're singing.

It's uncanny.

Are you referring to Lady Ariel's movements?

Not just that.

Who was it again?

The elf with weird glasses.

"Silent Fitz?"

Nobody has ever heard him speak, let alone laugh.

Your body is swaying, you know.

I know standing for a long time makes your legs tired, but hang in there.

And make sure your eyes never leave Lady Ariel.

Madam Hermes, you're such a sight to behold, too, today.

My! Sir Luke, you and your flattery!

Is your father, Sir Pilemon, in good health?

Yes. He's right over there.

I'll be away for a moment.

Don't relax too much.

So that's the rumored Silent Fitz.

He doesn't really look like a noble.

There are such many nobles in the Mage Order.

Not even his family info is known.

How come Lady Ariel had to…

I doubt he can handle magic at that young age.

Sir Fitz, are you alright?

Let me lend you a hand.

Such a slim and elegant hand.

You're right. It's just like a little girl's hand.

Towering castles

Seas of abundant wheat

Ah, may the Asura Kingdom

Last forever

That's the song requested by my brother.

As expected from my dear sister!

Bravo!

Well then, everyone, once again…

Let us toast to the dazzling future of the Asura Kingdom!

A toast!

Such as always, Lady Ariel sure is popular.

You were saved because of Lady Ariel's quick thinking.

I'm sorry.

It's okay, Fitz.

You saved my life.

If anything happens, Luke and I will be sure to save you.

We're already friends now, are we not?

Knight Order, Mage Order, Imperial guards, and City guards.

We have finished the groundwork within all those parties.

Lady Ariel?

Such a roundabout method, but I guess there's no other way.

The only thing I can beat my brother at is popularity.

However, there is nothing more volatile than said popularity.

We simply must solidify our footing.

Yes, I understand.

Until that time, try to not show any weakness.

Yes.

Luke, be sure to serve your role as Lady Ariel's guardian.

Understood!

Fitz, you have become accustomed to palace etiquette as well.

No, not really.

Your dedication and hard work are making you look good.

I wonder about that.

At least the nobles don't seem to like me.

You don't have to pay heed to the rumors of the masses.

I'll like you nonetheless.

Thank you so much.

Have you found the whereabouts of my friends or family, Lady Ariel?

It seems that some of them are scattered around the world.

Is… that so?

I'm sorry. I can't do much with my power now.

It's fine! I can't achieve anything on my own after all, so I'm still thankful.

I have an idea, Fitz.

Come to my room tonight!

I hear you're having trouble sleeping because of nightmares.

Don't you think sleeping together will ease it a little?

But…

Luke, say something!

Isn't it fine? Just accept it as a reward.

Reward?

There's a report that Princess Ariel is sending spies to the guards.

Is she planning a coup d'état?

Nonsense. She is not that rash.

But maybe she's just adding pieces to her board.

They're people with no insight into politics.

There are a lot of commoners within the guards.

I'm sure that Princess Ariel thinks they're easy to handle.

She probably started from there.

Not to mention that she doesn't have her private army.

I see.

If something occurs in the Royal Capital,

they would be the first to act.

If most of them are working for Ariel,

a coup d'état is likely to happen.

You have quite the foresight.

What will you do?

You don't need to ask.

If they are bound to oppose you, it's only obvious that we do what we must.

And by that, you mean?

Don't clean up the sprouts, take the sower instead.

I see.

I'll leave it to you, Darius.

Your wish is my command, Lord Grabell.

I've come just like I was told.

Thanks for coming.

Come, let's go to bed.

We just sleep together, right?

Yes, of course.

Your eyes are scaring me.

There's nothing to be afraid of!

Well, maybe I'm just a little bit excited.

Come, you can lie on the bed.

-You're still scaring me, Lady Ariel. -I'm not scary!

You can't, Lady Ariel! You know, don't you?

Of course I do!

So, I want you to get to know me too.

Just kidding.

Let's end the charade here.

I said that we'll just sleep together, didn't I?

Or maybe you were hoping I'd assault you for real?

It makes me want to do it if you react like that.

We're just gonna sleep.

I've been… dreaming, too.

What dream?

Dreams about that day.

Nightmares about Derrick being killed by that monster, and then it kills me.

So you had bad dreams, too?

Yes.

I don't know the pain you bear.

But on that day, I went through pain, the same as you.

When you're suffering, you can rely on someone else.

I'm relying on you.

If I stay with the one who saved my life that day,

I might be able to avoid nightmares.

I'll be sure to follow through as your guardian.

That's the spirit!

Then I'll be counting on you when I'm troubled in my dream, too.

Well then, let's get some sleep.

Yes, Lady Ariel.

What's happening?

Please stay behind me!

Watch out!

Fitz!

Fitz?

Hang in there, Fitz!

What happened?

Luke!

There's been an attack! Quick, call the medic!

Understood!

Stay with me! We'll save you!

Hang in there, Sylphy!

Sylphy!

The girl who attacked last night was the famous assassin, Nights Eye Crow.

Many countless nobles have become her victims.

How are you feeling, Fitz?

I'm fine now. There wasn't that much poison.

With this incident, it's a given that the enemy is among us in Royal Palace.

We won't know when or how many attacks will come.

How about using studying abroad as an excuse to leave the country?

Are you asking me to run away?

Not running. It's staying alive.

There will be surely another opportunity.

I understand.

I'll make important connections abroad and await my chance.

We might need that.

I will accompany you, Lady Ariel.

Thanks, Luke.

Fitz, I'm relieving you from your guardian duty.

But why?

I have been using the excuse of your trespassing at the Royal Palace

in order to make you my guardian.

I'm sorry for not considering your will.

I was not even able to search for your friends and family as you wish

because of how powerless I am.

I can't trouble you more than this.

-As of today, you're-- -I don't want to.

Lady Ariel, you said that I'm your friend.

You're already my friend.

I want to help my friends when they're in trouble.

When they're in danger, I'll save them.

Of course it doesn't trouble me.

This time of my own will, I want to go with you, Lady Ariel.

Thank you, Fitz.

I will surely become this Kingdom's ruler.

Your Highness!

Our future ruler, Princess Ariel Anemoi Asura!

I chose this path to protect my friend.

Ever since that day, I haven't had a nightmare.

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