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What was that about?

I was just thinking about yesterday.

You prioritized what's important to Shea over the labyrinth.

I'm so happy that Shea is important to you now.

I'm so happy that more things are important to you now.

I'm so, so happy...

Is Shea "special" too now?

Well, she's important to me, second to none, almost.

But Yue, you're the only one that's "special."

Hmm. I would allow it, if it were Shea.

But that does make me happy. I'm torn.

Are you dissatisfied?

Mmm, Haji—

Hey, Nagumo, are you here?

Damn it. That guy has the worst timing.

This is getting awkward.

Hajime, no escape.

Wait—

Kouki, did you find Nagumo-kun?

Yeah, I can sense his presence over here—

Whoa! What are you doing first thing in the morning?!

Oh, you want to join, Shea?

Huh? You sure? Don't mind if I—

No way! Stand back!

Getting naughty in the morning, I'm jealous—I mean, that's absurd!

May I join too?

Episode 03: The Princess's Ordeal

Welcome, Princess Liliana.

This is quite a sudden visit. I hope you have great news worthy of it.

I'm afraid I must disappoint you...

I see... King Eliheid, Loggins, and...

That old pope who seemed almost immortal... All dead...

It must have been a terrible disaster.

This man, Hajime Nagumo, is he really that powerful?

His baseline attitude is mutual noninterference.

I think it's best if you stayed away from him.

Well, you didn't come here just to deliver information, did you?

Correct. To be blunt, I am here to ask for aid,

and to discuss how we can collaborate moving forward.

I see.

I can send a division of soldiers.

The Kingdom being defeated would be bad for us too,

as we would be forced to split our forces to the west as well.

Thank you.

What's most important is how we present our newly

strengthened relationship to the outside world.

Princess Liliana, you'll be playing a key role in that.

I understand.

Don't look so tense. It's just an engagement.

Baius is who he is, but well, you're a princess too.

See if you can tame him.

By the way, Princess.

Last night, four fools wearing stupid masks attacked us.

What do you think?

Is it the Demons?

I don't think they'd put on stupid masks,

but I guess it's not completely impossible.

Even if one of them used a sword similar to the holy sword.

That's... Terrifying.

What are they doing?! Why even wear a mask at that point?!

Yeah, indeed.

They kept yapping about improving the working conditions of beastmen slaves or something.

It's such nonsense. I was completely baffled, scared even.

It's as if they came from another world.

An encounter with the unknown.

Yes, indeed.

Princess Liliana.

Yes?

The famous Hero went to the forest with Hajime Nagumo, correct?

Yes, that's correct.

I see, I see.

By the way, I captured some interesting beastmen recently.

A very... Very peculiar group of rabbit beastmen.

They went toe to toe with our soldiers, despite being outside the forest.

They had nerves of steel and killer instincts,

unlike any other rabbit beastmen we've ever seen.

Wow, and here I thought rabbit beastmen were the embodiment of peace.

I suppose some terrifying tribes do exist.

Those rabbit beastmen all broke out of our dungeon last night.

At the same time as the stupid masks.

He's here! He's so definitely here!

Nobody else can break a whole tribe out of prison unnoticed!

By the way, Princess Liliana...

Yes, Emperor, what is it?

Hajime Nagumo has absurdly strong companions, right?

And one of them is a rabbit beastman?

Yes, I believe that's correct. What about it?

He obviously knew I'd get put in hot water for this.

How awful!

What is it?

There are guests who are here to see Princess Liliana...

Me?

It is the Hero, and his companions.

Why come in from the front door?!

I heard that the Hero and his companions are here.

Is that you?

Um, yes, that's us.

I am Grid Half, Captain of the Third Squad.

Pleasure to make your acquaintance.

Princess Liliana is aware of your arrival.

I see.

By the way, sir, who is that rabbit beastman?

That's not a slave's necklace she's wearing, is it?

Huh? No, she's—

Hey, bunny girl. Quick question for ya.

We've met before, haven't we?

Huh? What are you talking about...

No...

Your friends sold really well to the slave merchants.

You, girl, might make us even richer.

What's that look?

You think being with the hero makes you safe?

Know your place, pathetic beastman!

I'm sorry, Sir Hero.

Could you hand over this rabbit beastman?

If you want a female rabbit beastman,

I can find you another. It would be great if you could...

That's...

Hey, low-life.

Excuse me?

Get on with it.

You—

We have exactly zero time to spare for you.

Know your place.

So?

What in the world are you all doing here?

And what was that charade last night? I need an explanation.

I won't let you change the subject!

Especially you, Nagumo-san! I know you're pulling the strings!

There's no need to shout. I'm right here. I can hear you.

But you're not listening!

C-Calm down, Lily!

Cut me some slack, Princess. It's complicated.

Shea is a little unstable right now.

Unstable? Is something wrong?

I'm fine!

Why are you here? What about the labyrinth in the forest?

Emperor Gahard will grant us audience soon.

I need you to give me at least the bare minimum information to line up our stories.

Don't get so worked up. You'll find out at nighttime.

You can just tell him, we finished our business early,

so we stopped by before we took off to our next destination.

That simple? At nighttime?

What, are you going to go on a masked rampage again?!

I already know it's you, Nagumo-san, who made Shizuku and the others dress foolishly!

Don't get so cranky. You'll go bald.

I won't go bald! Who says that to a lady?!

Princess Baldy.

Yue-san?!

Last night, in addition to the masked assailant incident,

there was also a prison break.

Assuming that was Nagumo-san's doing.

No benefit of the doubt? How awful.

You can't be serious. Not that you told me anything.

The captured rabbit beastmen were the Haulia tribe, correct?

I understand that you rescued them for Shea-san.

What I don't understand is, why come barging in now?

What are you thinking?

I have no idea what you're talking about.

W-What?! What... Why not?!

The emperor will see you now.

Are you Hajime Nagumo?

Yes, I am Hajime Nagumo.

It is a great honor to meet you, Your Highness.

What?!

You've got to be kidding me!

This is scary!

I'm royalty too. Why the difference...

Why are you guys reacting like that?

Just be your usual self.

Princess Liliana already told me how insolent you usually are.

I want to see the truth. Just show your true colors already.

Damn it.

Yeah, fine, then. Normal it is.

I have a great deal of interest in you.

I heard you conquered a Great Labyrinth and gained the ability to create artifacts there.

Artifacts that can obliterate Demonic armies

and cover months of travel distance in mere days.

Is this true?

Yeah.

And that you have no intention of sharing these artifacts with the Kingdom or the Empire?

Yeah.

What right do you have to monopolize such awesome powers as just an individual?

Who's going to stop me?

If I didn't have the right, what would you do about it?

Emperor Gahard!

All right! Stand down! He totally sees through everything.

This one is truly a terrifying monster.

If we fought now, we'd all get massacred on the spot.

Why are you enjoying this?

Hey, I'm the head of the Empire.

Who would I be, if seeing a strong guy doesn't excite me?

On top of that.

Those girls you have around you, they're off the charts as well.

Where did you find them?

Can you share at least one of them, Hajime Nagumo?

Cut it out before I crack your skull.

Or, wait.

I can spare Tio.

W-What?! How cold! Oh, that's wonderful!

She has issues, but at least she has good looks.

I'm drooling.

Sorry, even the emperor has limits.

Personally, that rabbit beastman piques my interest.

I've never seen one with such a hair color,

and she doesn't seem to be bothered by my threatening aura.

That attitude reminds me of some toys I captured recently.

What do you think?

Toys? I don't know.

Doesn't ring a bell? Do you want to take a look?

I actually still have a few. Women and children. They're quite...

Not interested.

Ah. Well, they had incredibly well-forged short swords and other equipment.

Still not interested, Master Transmuter?

I don't use swords.

By the way, some prisoners broke out of our dungeon last night.

Easily breaking in and out of a castle.

You wouldn't know of any special magic or artifacts

that could allow such an act, would you?

No idea. That sounds cool.

One last question.

What would it take for you to ally with the Empire?

A way back to my original world.

I'll cheer for the Empire once I get home.

Damn it, the stories about you were true.

What an insufferable brat you are.

Well, I got the bare minimum confirmation.

This will have to do for now.

The Empire is busy right now, too.

We'll be holding a welcoming banquet for Princess Liliana tonight.

I'd like you all to attend.

It doubles as the engagement party between my son and the Princess.

Lily! Engagement?! What is he talking about?!

Our king has passed away. Our kingdom is on shaky ground.

Strengthening our bond with our ally is top priority.

But...

Did you know this was going to happen?

It was always tacitly understood that we were engaged,

but this banquet will make it official.

No better time than now, when we are all shaken by the Demonic invasion.

What about the rest of the Kingdom? Don't you need to discuss it with them?

They will have to accept my decision after the fact,

but I doubt they would oppose.

Lily, do you even like that person?

That's not important right now. This is for uniting the two nations together.

W-Why are you so calm?!

I am royalty. It's only natural.

What do you mean, natural?

You're a girl too. Don't you want to marry a person you love?

Hey, Nagumo! Don't you have anything to say about this?!

What am I supposed to say?

This is just politics taking on the form of marriage.

It's no place for us amateurs to object.

B-But...

We have work to do. Don't get distracted.

Damn it! He's always so cold.

Calm down.

Besides, this might not be that big of an issue.

Huh?

Yeah, you're right.

They might get caught up with something else.

This is a welcoming party, right? I'm getting a stomachache.

I guess it's a party of sorts. Not very welcoming, though.

Huh?

Um, everyone? Why are you like this?

This is extremely worrying.

Oh, how beautiful, Princess Liliana!

Yes, like a fairy!

I'm sure the prince would be delighted!

Thank you.

Lundel, please look after the Kingdom...

Prince Baius.

So that's the dress for tonight? Not bad.

Barging into a lady's room like that is not pleasant.

Huh?

I'm about to become your husband. What right do you have to complain?

All of you, get out.

You are dismissed.

Train your dogs better.

They are no dogs. They are my precious retainers.

Always so rebellious!

No!

I guess you grew a little.

Definitely not enough, but it should be pretty tasty.

N-No!

Go ahead and scream.

Even if your dogs came in? They can't do anything to me, the crown prince.

Actually, do you want them to watch you lose your virginity?

Why... Why would you...

Those eyes. Those rebellious eyes.

I want to fill them with pain, despair, and pleasure.

I love nothing more than making those who resist me obey.

Once I got a taste of that, I couldn't resist.

You're such a...

Hey, Liliana.

You're going to lose your chastity before marriage

in fact, before your engagement ceremony.

How are you going to manage attending the party after that?

Ow!

What was that, on my neck...

What the... world... spinning...

A metal... spider?

Is it...

Thank you, Nagumo-san.

How's the preparation going, Hajime?

Really well.

Are there lots of traps?

Not a problem.

I'm glad tonight is the party.

The more people, the easier it is to move, correct?

Will this work?

Everyone...

Now.

Let's get this party started.

Episode 04: The Empire versus the Terrifying Rabbits

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