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I regret nothing.

Even if I never stop foot on this land again,

even if our name is tainted and covered in dirt,

the scenery I loved is burned into my vision.

Ladybug.

Lady Elianna and Lady Sophia?

Where could they be off to?

It's reassuring to have you come with me, Lady Elianna.

I was invited by Lady Lilia to explore the old castle, but I was so nervous.

That Lilia… she's so full of curiosity.

You are an eyesore, Lady Elianna.

Lady Sophia!

I'll send someone to get you in a little while.

In the meantime, I have called for another noble to join us, so you can get to know each other better.

You are far too careless.

The Flower Guarding Bug and

the Praying Messenger

I won't lay a hand on you. That kick was awful, even for me.

I just want to have a little talk.

I'm from Maldura.

If I do kill you, I wonder if Sauslind will remove its humane mask and go to war.

Just joking.

Here's a handkerchief.

Oh, thank you.

We'll separate at the other exit and go back to the ball.

Are you really from Maldura?

Half of me is.

Half?

My mother is from Sauslind. You can imagine the environment I grew up in, right?

Was it a political marriage?

No. It's said they met by chance and fell in love.

As long as the blood of either country runs through me, I feel the burden of both their histories.

In the past, it's true that Maldura has prepared for war against Sauslind many times,

and I'm aware that Sauslind sees Maldura as an uncivilized country.

That's why I was so surprised when I heard of your proposal of support for my country.

I offer my thanks to you, Lady Elianna.

Due to your kindness, we've avoided war with my mother's native country.

The Count called you an idealistic dreamer, but I think that's fine.

Where does a country go if it's not following the ideals of the person standing at the top?

Lord Irvin...

If it's wrong is another matter. The people around you aren't saying that it is.

That's why your plan will be introduced, and the people of Sauslind will back you.

So have some more pride. You're the fiancé of the crown prince, right?

Thank you!

By the way, it's time to stop being so standoffish and come out.

Jean?

This guy is the true identity of the ghost of the old castle.

Huh?

He's my attendant and as you can see,

he stands out, so I told him to conceal himself and he was made into a ghost.

My Lady. Why do you like to get locked away like this?

Get the girl!

Rei! Where's my sword?!

I don't know. Please do what you can without it.

What a compassionate attendant you are.

Run away!

This is where you indulge yourself and run.

Ann-

Tch, why the hell are there two women here?

Which one of you is Elianna Bernstein?!

Which one?!

Why would you do such a thing as kick a book?

You are an enemy of mankind.

What...

I am Elianna Bernstein! Who are all of you?! Tell me why you're here!

What, we're just here to cause a small incident.

The fiancé of the crown prince of Sauslind and the prince of Maldura will be murdered on their secret rendezvous.

The prince of Maldura?

Which country is the criminal really from?

Tensions will run through the gates of both countries again.

You're creating a reason to invade this country. That's why you're here, right?

The group of people in Maldura who want to force an attack

are just a gang that has put no thought into it whatsoever.

It's embarrassing as a fellow countryman.

I don't even want to hear about being a "fellow countryman" from a descendent of an enemy country,

even as a joke!

You imbecile.

Since that's how you think, Maldura will always be treated as a country of dim-witted barbarians.

What was that?!

You must be the underlings of the third prince, yeah?

Shut up! Kill him!

I leave for a just a little while and the ill-mannered come out of the woodwork, eh?

I'm home, Eli.

Your Highness, why are you here?

How could I not show up when you're in danger, Eli?

Besides, a little bird told me that there was a foreign guest coming in privately.

Good grief. It would've gotten complicated had I informed you, so I had to wait for the right time.

I don't understand, Uncle.

He only came here to see the home country of his late mother, who passed last year.

He's here in place of his mother, the young Lady Sylvia Slade.

Though she was already at the age where she wasn't a "Young Lady" anymore.

Your Highness, for now, let's move elsewhere. Everyone will take notice of this commotion.

Some thieves got in?

The Prince has returned as well, apparently.

Eli! My sister!

Are those ears just for decoration?! I told you to be careful, didn't I?!

Lilia, that hurts.

Lady Lilia.

Eli was lured out by someone and got locked up in this castle.

I wonder who it was that spread around that she was in the old castle?

I-I, well...

Ooh, I know! The young lady had nothing to do with the burglars!

Rona?!

I heard there was suspicion that Lady Elianna's horse was tampered with,

I assumed that the whoever had connections with the burglars would be sneaking in,

and I looked into the matter.

Then, I found this maid who was using the young lady as a cover.

After Lady Elianna was locked away, I confirmed the place where the burglars were tipped off.

The young lady was taken advantage of due to the maid's instigation.

Taken advantage of... that can't be...

I can't believe Lady Sophia...

The duke won't get away with this either!

Lilia. Watch over Lady Sophia.

Jeez! You are way too nice to people, Eli!

C'mon, pull yourself together.

Eli.

I agree with Lady Lilia.

Have more of an awareness of danger.

We can't have rumors of you with any other man but me.

Okay.

I am thankful you are safe,

Lady Elianna, Lady Anna.

Excuse me, Lady Kreis, but were you acquainted with Lady Sylvia Slade?

Yes...

I pushed too hard.

Will you explain it then?

My mother was the only daughter of Duke Slade, who ruled over the Eidel Domain.

My mother loved this land that she was born and raised on.

However, her father, Duke Slade, attempted an insurrection against the royal family,

and it was discovered that they were colluding with Maldura.

At the time, my father... the present king of Maldura, held the position of prince in those days,

and he met my mother while investigating Sauslind.

I heard that at the time, those who had plotted the attack had hostile relations.

My mother said she had no regrets in life. I think all she wanted was to go back to the land she was born.

So I turned to Lady Kreis, who was a friend of my mother.

I'm sorry I got you involved in my situation.

Ladybug Sylvia.

It all makes sense now.

Lord Theodore,

you said Duke Slade's rebellion was brought to light because there was secret intel from the inside.

Yes.

Was that information from Lady Sylvia?

It was. However, she was at the same time branded as the daughter of a criminal,

so the facts were withheld.

Lord Irvin. Had Lady Sylvia always loved this embroidery?

You mean the bug embroidery?

I'd heard about it and thought it was strange, but I thought it was my own mind playing tricks on me.

The name of the bug is the ladybug.

When it's springtime in the Eidel Domain, the entire area is blanketed by the blooms of Eidel's white flower.

Ladybugs land only that flower. Due to that, they say the flowers of Eidel will not pollinate without the ladybugs,

therefore ladybugs are known by another name, the flower-guarding bug.

I will protect the land I was born and raised in. It will not become a battleground.

Just as the ladybug, which protects the flowers of Eidel.

Count Hayden.

Though you say I'm naive, I can't choose to counter force with force.

Do you expect the one after your life to say the same thing at times like this?

Every single time. I will nip the buds of war as often as necessary.

I will do it so many times that I will no longer feel it is an ambition.

By doing so,

when there is exchange between neighboring countries without starting a war with Maldura,

the need for the Edea territories to fear war should cease to exist.

You mean to say you want to make friends with Maldura?

Just be yourself, Eli.

I understand that it is difficult.

But, even if it is, no matter how rocky and far the distance,

if the first step isn't taken it will remain forever unreachable.

Lady Sylvia protected Eidel, protected her country, without depending on the military.

Nobles tend to rely on force, but that's no different than a bratty child who brags about his strength.

I'd like you to follow the example of a woman like Lady Sylvia on occasion.

The thoughts of an idealistic dreamer...

However, there is youth and potential in your words.

Lady Elianna Bernstein. As long as you are here,

I can have faith that our country will not become a battleground.

I, Lowe Hayden, swear my loyalty to you and the crown prince who chose you.

Count Hayden...

Your loyalty is as good as good as a blessing from the gods.

I also swear to walk a path that will not shame your loyalty.

Then I will also lay all my cards on the table.

This time, the number one reason I made a private visit because I wanted to see my mother's home,

but I was also doing a preliminary examination.

A preliminary examination?

The second prince of Maldura said

he wanted me to determine whether or not there is anyone we can create a friendship with.

I thought that by looking at Elianna, I could also understand the character of His Highness the Prince.

Is the basis of this pledge of friendship involved in laying claim to the crown?

In any case, the supporters of the second prince, including myself, do not want to go to war.

Even if you were not a supporter of that second prince, there are many other options available.

You want me to explain myself?

The rumors are true; you're more intelligent than you look.

I will take that as a compliment.

Well, Eli, there's nothing more to worry about, so you can breathe easy today.

Um, Your Highness...

I missed you very much... Your Highness.

Eli...

Elianna, I thought of this ribbon as you, and had it on me every day.

Your Highness...

I have yet to attain it, but I'm positive I will become a suitable fiancé for you.

As a member of the royal family, I will not bring shame-

I'm sorry, Eli.

That's enough.

My Lady. Prince Christopher has just returned from a long journey, and he is tired.

We must let him go now.

Are we under the tanuki's watchful eye?

The next day was the last of the hunting festival.

Count Hayden showed his remarkable skill, as previously observed.

This year, the flower crown was dedicated to the Princess Ladybug Sylvia.

Then, Lady Anna was able to confront Count Hayden as she was determined to do.

Father, right now I want to continue learning about history more than I want to marry.

There is more than one way to live for a woman. Lady Sylvia and Lady Elianna taught me that.

Lady Elianna.

Lady Kreis.

Thanks to you, I was able to understand my friend's heart.

If her heart has been passed down to you, Lady Elianna,

then she still lives on in this land.

Lord Irvin, here.

There's no point in a man having a book on embroidery.

Then is it all right if I keep it?

Bibliophile princess, huh...

That's far more suitable for you than such an extravagant name as the "brain of Sauslind."

A country where people are not persecuted just for liking their neighbors.

I'd like to see that someday as well, Lady Elianna.

The flowers of Eidel will bloom in the spring. Please come and see them.

Will you belong to another man when spring comes?

What would happen if I snatched you up like my father did?

Should I take that as a challenge?

I'm joking.

Lady Elianna. I'm glad we met, bibliophile princess.

Let's go, Eli.

Lord Chris.

What did you just say?

Lord Chris.

This is the first time you've called me that in front of others.

This is late but...

Well, welcome back!

I'm home...

my ladybug.