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Stronger than the Strongest “Haah…… Haah…… I’ve returned, mother.”“Philine…..? Why are you here……?” Dorothea had a skeptical look on her face as she stared at Philine, who had greeted her all out of breath.Well, that was to be expected.This was a development that she never expected to happen. “Philine-sama! Please wait for us!”“Princess!” A crowd …

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Settlement The entire venue had fallen into a panic.It seemed that the Imperial side were not informed of this in advance, so the soldiers looked equally confused.On the other hand, the delegates that were not combatants from the three nations stood down as the ones that could fight surrounded Dorothea.Dorothea braced herself with her sword …

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She and the Last Day of Her Stay It was finally the last morning of my stay in Irvine. “… Sleepy.” Freed got strangely excited last night, so I barely got any sleep. I drank Ms. Delris’s stamina recovery medicine that I’d secretly brought with me, but it didn’t make my sleepiness go away, so …

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Collapse “The Empire has been waging wars left and right, correct?” Dor-sama said as he flipped through the pages of the documents we gathered.The number of those countries was more than what you could count on one hand. “You really don’t hold back with that tone of yours, huh.”“It’s not like there’s a problem with …

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The Beginning of the Conference A few days after persuading Adelina-san out of the coup, it was finally the time for the summit. It was being held in a first-class hotel in the Empire.The building was tall and sleek, which was a rare sight in the Empire, but it looked quite refined and elegant.The entrance …

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The Future “Adelina, were you listening to what we just said? Philine-sama is alive, you know?” Perhaps it was because the conversation had taken a turn towards the unexpected, but the elderly man’s face grew a little impatient. “If Philine-sama is still alive, then that’s all the more reason to do it. In order to …

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The Way of the Soldiers We were currently in the dormitory attached to the military training center situated in the heart of the Naa Empire.We were using a conference room in preparation of a meeting that we requested with Otto’s older sister.Normally, it wasn’t the kind of place that outsiders like us could enter; however, …

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The Last Shred of Pride “Don’t butt in, Bill.” Dor-sama spoke with a glum voice.On the other hand, His Majesty William laughed with a smile on his face.Perhaps it was a natural perm, but he played with his curly black hair with his fingers as his dark brown eyes stared gently at Dor-sama.His height and …

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The Cold-Hearted Logic of Diplomacy “A coup d'etat, huh……” After returning home from school, Claire-sama and I went into Dor-sama’s room and immediately told him about what we had heard from Otto. Dor-sama’s room was located in the Bauer dormitory as well, but was a bit smaller than ours.His room included a kitchen, a dining …

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Coup d'état “There’s…… a group in the army that strongly supports Philine.” Otto didn’t want to talk at first, but as a result of all the stares that Claire-sama and I gave him, he opened up bit by bit. “Is it like some kind of faction?”“It’s nothing that big or anything. It’s just that there …

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Otto’s Worries It was the day after we learned how to perform a magic chorus from Tred-sensei.Since it was a weekday, we had school today.Claire-sama and I were attending classes at the Imperial Academy. I suddenly started to look around.Seeing our remaining classmates around us, I was reminded of the ones that were no longer …

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Magic Chorus “I don’t quite understand what’s going on, but…… we can’t go against what the apostle said. I will have to teach you as much as I know.” After the apostle made their exit, Claire-sama and I started on our magic training with Tred-sensei.We were currently in a vacant lot located right behind the …

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The Apostle “An apostle……?” Claire-sama had a skeptical look on her face upon hearing the word escape Tred-sensei’s mouth.An apostle―― that was something I had never even heard of from the original games. “Let’s not have this conversation while we’re standing. Why don’t we take a seat? By the way, tea is fine with me.” …

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The Pursuit of Power “I apologize for calling both of you here.” The elderly man expressed his appreciation for our time as he prepared tea for us. “Don’t be sorry, Tred-sensei. If anything, we should be the ones apologizing for not coming to greet you sooner.” The day after we were told to stay away …

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Chapter 15 - The Summit Arc Report “And now we’re back at square one with our plan to capture the Empire.” “...... I see.” We were currently in an accommodation facility that was assigned to the delegates of Bauer. Claire-sama and I were visiting His Majesty Sein, bringing Mei and Alea along with us. We …

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She and the Night of the Ninth Day 7 “Lidi. I understand why you’re getting angry, but there’s no point. They’re Irvine nobles, so it’s not up to us to say anything.”“I understand that, but… they get on my nerves…!” I knew Freed’s words were correct, but I simply couldn’t stand it. While I was …

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A Vow “Ugh……” When I regained my composure, my surroundings had changed.The originally destroyed abandoned house had collapsed completely now, and the ground around us looked somewhat like a crater. “Mei!? Alea!? Claire-sama!?” Immediately after realizing that we were attacked, I frantically searched around for the three of them. “I’m right here.”“Claire-sama! I’m glad you’re …

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She and the Night of the Ninth Day 6 Abel must’ve noticed my complicated expression as he awkwardly spoke. “Ahh, that had been a request, so I won’t apologize, but I promise I won’t show up in front of those two. Well, I don’t plan on using disguise this time, so I don’t think they …

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Negotiation Lana, who welcomed us as we entered, looked just like she always did.She wore a bright smile on her face and grinned at us.Behind her were the figures of Mei and Alea, both of them tied up. The room was hardly lit up, so it looked quite dim and dusty.The ceiling looked collapsed here …

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Papa's Voice ※ This is seen from Lana Lahna’s point of view. “Lana-san, you should probably think this through a bit more.”“That’s right. Even if you do something like this, it might not necessarily turn out well, you know?” The two children were speaking to me with their innocent voices.One of them had a hairstyle …

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The Four of Us “Rei!”“Claire-sama……” Claire-sama, who burst through the door of our dorm room, called out to me with a pitiful voice as she rushed over to give me a hug.I caught Claire-sama in my arms, and after exchanging a tight embrace, we came face-to-face as she asked me: “Is it true that Mei …

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Hypnosis “It was Manaria-sama……? What do you mean?”“Don’t play dumb with me. You were the one who seduced her.”“No, that’s not it.” So Eve was Manaria’s lover? “That person loved me dearly. I had to back off for her sake, but I’ve never forgotten about the love that she held towards me.”“……” I somehow felt …

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The Past and Reunion ※ This is told from Manaria Sousa’s point of view. “Onee-sama!”“Hey, Claire. It’s been a while.” After arriving to the Imperial city after a long journey in a horse carriage, I was greeted by my lovely little sister-like figure. “You’re as cute as always, Claire. In the time we’ve been apart, …

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Discussion “―― And that’s what happened.”“Ehh? I want to see Joel as a woman too!”“I’m not particularly interested in it.” We were currently in a room at a government office in the Empire.Lana, Eve and I were here for an errand. “So has he―― I mean, she returned to Bauer already?”“Yep.” After the transition, Joel …

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Crossing the Boundary of Gender “…… Rei, where are we going?”“Don’t worry about it.”“Just come with us without saying anything. Nothing bad is going to happen.” It was two weeks after the trial had taken place.Claire-sama and I were taking Joel to a certain place that we ended up finding out about together. “Well, since …

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Verdict Without a Winner “P-Please wait a moment. Joel Santana is a man, isn’t he? He applied as a man on his immigration documents as well, you know?”“That’s right, Your Honor. Joel is biologically a man.”“I don’t understand what you are trying to get at.” The judge seemed confused.He didn’t understand what I was saying.Even …

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Trial “Everyone, please settle down. The trial will begin now.” The elderly presiding judge solemnly announced the opening of the court. We were in a courtroom in the Imperial capital city, Ruhm.Joel’s trial was about to begin.Claire-sama and I were attending the trial as witnesses for the defendant’s side. Well, even if I called it …

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Suspicion “I didn’t do anything.” Joel, who had a blue bruise on his cheek, said to us when he saw us. We were currently in an underground area of the Department of Security within the Empire.In twenty-first-century Japan, it was the same as a detainment center.Joel had his hands tied behind his back with some …

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She and the Night of the Ninth Day 5 The Queen ignored Kate and approached us, then she bowed her head without any hesitation. “I am sorry, Prince Friedrich, Princess Lydiana. A person from our country acted impolitely towards you. You have my apologies.” In response to that, Freed put me down and politely answered. …

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The Situation Going Forward “Hey, Claire, Rei. You’re back.” When we returned to the Bauer dormitory, Dor-sama was there to greet us.The dorm seemed to have somewhat of a hectic atmosphere, with people running around back and forth. “Looking at you, I’m assuming you two are already aware of the situation?”“Yes. Sousa has called for …

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She and the Night of the Ninth Day 4 “Your... Your Highness...? Two Your Highnesses?” Kate looked like she saw something unbelievable. “Do you understand with this? The person you spent time with wasn’t me.” Freed pointed out the facts. Kate quivered, but even so, she persisted. “Then, I need proof! Is there any proof!? …

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Farewell “…… I lost.” It was a few days after Philine was sentenced to exile.We had all gathered to see Philine off right before she was sent somewhere abroad.The people that had come to see her off were Claire-sama, Hilda, the elderly man and myself.It was just the four of us.Frieda didn’t come.It seemed that …

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Fourteenth Chapter - Students Arc Reason for Exile “E-Exiled……?” Philine’s voice trembled as she spoke.With a stunned look on her face, it was clear that she could not believe the words that came out of Dorothea’s mouth. “Please wait, Your Majesty Dorothea. Why would you do you that to Philine-sama――”“Quiet, Claire François. This is the …

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“Kanada-sama, Calcilast-sama, you’re old acquaintances, right?” After Calcilast-sama retorted(amazing), Kanada-sama withdrew and said with a grin. “That’s right. We’re so inseparable it’s troubling.” “Aren’t you going too far, Kanada-sama? It’s far too disrespectful.” In contrast to the pleasantly laughing Kanada-sama, Calcilast-sama puffed up. They’re like a married couple. Somehow… I’m jealous. I wonder if I …

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Somehow, it looked a like a mouse… hamster boldly fighting a snake. They were having an intimate conversation. They must’ve known each before Calcilast-sama became acquainted with me. However, Calcilast-sama’s fiancée is me. It would be pathetic f I doubted him because of Kanada-sama. The prince who I’d yearned all this time was being teased …

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If I honorably die as a noblewoman… What then. Stop, too depressing! It’s too depressing, Marikana! From now, I have to grasp Calcilast-sama’s true nature. He’s my fiancé… so I have to make sure he doesn’t condemn me. What usually guides his actions? It’s clear that he’s easily swayed from his interactions with Kanada-sama. But …

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Kanada-sama warm hands wrapped around mine and calmed me. “I’m sorry. I got distracted…” Kanada-sama just said, “You’re delicate, aren’t you?” What exactly is thinking? Why do living things think? Even if there’s no end to thinking, this life is only fleeting… I wonder if there’s a meaning to living. To leave behind genes? To …

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“No, you’ve only done it twice, right? Don’t deceive Marikana.” Kanada-sama stuck out her pink tongue. If this exchange is a hide-and-seek related to the future. Then I have to find ‘it’ by all means. Both Calcilast-sama and Kanada-sama will eventually pass away. Well, there’s also a possibility my life will be short… Life… what …

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Hah! It showed on my face, didn’t it? I’m so easy to understand. “You were muttering complicated things, Marikana-chan…” What the hell? I’m so disappointing. I want to condescendingly insult myself. Day by day, sun rises and sets. How long can I continue with that repetition? At least I’d prefer to think of it as …

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It made me want to go to a concert. “Ah, I’ve finished. Karu-chan…” “Yes, here. I got you a yoghurt.” “Wait, why do you know what I want!?” “Actually, I stocked up at the store…” “Wha, wha! Wealthy are something else…” I felt relieved that Kanada-sama acting like that seemed like the same human as …

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“Marikana, I bought you pudding!” “Nice going, Karu-chan.” “No, I’ll stop at this!” “Eeh? I see. Then how about I have it?” Calcilast-sama eating pudding looked filmesque. I ecstatically watched him. No good. No good. As a noble, I’m not allowed to embarrass royalty like Calcilast-sama or commoners. That’s right. It could destroy the history …

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“One. Just one, be firm, Marikana!” “No, haven’t you grabbed three? Your words and actions don’t match.” I filled my mouth with chips. Munch munch, gulp. “What, Marikana? Ah, seconds, isn’t it?” “Marikana, just one more. It’ll only be two in total.” “No, I’m saying your words and action don’t match… Or rather, you grabbed …

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“Yes, here. I bought it just in case.” “Wha, wha, wha! Karu-chan, you’ve grown!” Calcilast-sama handed her potato chips. They were large-sized. Calcilast-sama foresight is… not to be underestimated… Perhaps dissatisfied with the pudding alone, my stomach reservedly demanded more. But, more than that… would only boost the surplus fat corps… Aah, scary. Aah, scary. …

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“Youngling. Worry... Worry.” “I won’t lose my sleep over it. I’m sick of worrying.” “Tch! How boring. Let sis have fun.” Kanada-sama looked childish as she turned away with a pout. I guess she still secretly has a childlike mind. Wonderful, isn’t it? “Karu-chan, aren’t you too free to be bursting with laughter?” Calcilast-sama gasped, …

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“Ara, Karu-chan was rejected.” Kanada-sama cheerfully roared with laugher. Bright. After all, she’s bright. “Marikana-chan, are you a dog person? Or a cat person?” I finished eating pudding and after putting off the container answered. “I prefer dogs. Absolutely, dogs. Cats are cute too, though…” Kanada-sama for some reason stole a glance at Calcilast-sama. What …

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She and the Night of the Ninth Day 3 ◇◇◇ The evening party venue fell so quiet that you could almost hear the sound of silence. I could sense everybody staring hard at us. When I worriedly looked up at Freed, his expression was completely gone, as if saying he’d expected it. ―― Scary. While …

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“Ahaha. Karu-chan, you’re in a pinch! By the way, who was it?” “It was my father.” “That’s not first love, is it!?” Calcilast-sama patted his chest with a relieved face. I wonder if I gave him a slight shock. It’s said girls choose people similar to their fathers to marry… Calcilast-sama is not that similar, …

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She and the Night of the Ninth Day 2 ◇◇◇ “Wow. It’s lively!” The evening party held on the last night of our stay in Irvine was full of splendor. The hall where it took place was larger than where the welcome party had been held, and there were more participants too. I was wondering …

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Kanada-sama puffed out her cheeks like a squirrel. She looked dissatisfied with Calcilast-sama firm refusal. “My my, if Calcilast-sama doesn’t want to talk about that, don’t force him…” Kanada-sama gulped down a potato chip and said. “Marikana-chan, when did you fall in love for the first time?” “Eh? I wonder, I’ve already forgotten.” “Ara, Calcilast-sama, …

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She and the Night of the Ninth Day Because of the farewell evening party today, I excused myself from the Queen’s room and walked through the royal quarters in a hurry. Evening party preparations take time. I asked Raid if she was going to attend the evening party today and she said yes, so I …

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Exiled Just like Achim had mentioned, there was a letter on his desk.It was his confession that described the entirety of the murder case. As you might have realized by now, demons had a lot of power.If they were ever to attack a city, most human beings would not be able to fight back.Despite that, …

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“Then, we shouldn’t hit the bar, should we?” “Stop thinking about drinking during the day, okay?” “Karu-chan, you’re like a parent…” Kanada-sama looked astonished as she pouted. She seemed dissatisfied. It happens when things don’t go as you wish… I understand. “Karu-chan, we have time, so show us a phoenix dance.” “What is that phoenix …

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Last Testament It was nighttime, two days following our interrogation.There was a person here, right outside of the Imperial capital city, paying a visit to a certain merchant.Unable to stay calm, he examined his surroundings and behaving truly suspiciously suspiciously. “…… Why did this have to happen……” He held his head as if he was …

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He and the King of Irvine 2 ◇◇◇ “You helped my son and daughter immensely yesterday. I’d like to express my gratitude too.” When I entered the room where the King was waiting, the first thing he did was thank me. I’d known I’d be told that, so I lightly shook my head. “We just …

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The Three Suspects “You said you had some business with me, but…… what is it? I’m quite busy, you know.” This was the first thing that Achim Balser, one of our suspects, said when we visited him.We were in the reception room of the Balser Company, which was run by Achim.The desks and chairs had …

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“Yes, the texture is irresistible… It’s springy.” “Karu-chan, note it! Write it down in a notebook.” “Eh, haa. I understand. One of Marikana’s favorite foods is pudding… Done.” I’m a noble, so is it fine to be a pudding lover? No no, I shouldn’t avoid sweets, right. I dug into pudding like I was diligently …

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Frieda's Request “I acknowledge, this is approval you have received from the Spirit Church. But don’t think that I will cooperate with you because of this alone.” Although Frieda accepted our request for a discussion, for the time being, she was still reluctant to establish a cooperative relationship with us. “Why is that? Do you …

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A rich, sweet aroma drifted in the air. My nose twitched. That’s something so extravagant for you. “Thank you! Err, a spoon… Ah, it’s here.” Om nom nom. Mhm, my brain is melting… Aah, I’m happy. I haven’t had such a delicious pudding for a long time. “Marikana… You’re so delighted…. I wish I had …

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Secret Letter “You said, there was something serious to discuss with me…… But, what is it about?” Frieda asked, with a hint of confusion to her usual cheerful expression as she put down a tray with five teacups on the table. We were currently in Frieda’s dorm room.Not much had changed since the first time …

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They were arguing. They looked like nobles but didn’t feel like ones. “Haa haa. Sorry to have kept you waiting. Here are potato chips.” “Ara, thanks. Ahh, what a shame… I wish you’d have gotten consommé flavor.” “Haaa. I understand. I didn’t make any other mistake, right?” “Yes, of course, Karu-chan.” Calcilast-sama came back out …

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More Important Than Life We managed to build a cooperative relationship with the Imperial Ministry of Magic quite smoothly.Particularly because we managed to solve their greatest riddle, which was opening the Forbidden Box.Hilda had kept her promise.In addition to all of that, it seemed that even the Ministry of Magic sensed that a crisis was …

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He and the King of Irvine “Thanks for yesterday. You really saved us.” Despite being busy before returning tomorrow, I met Hendrik early in the morning. To be honest, I hadn’t planned to meet him, but he asked me for that no matter what, so I agreed to do that early in the morning. I …

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Unsealing Operation “I apologize. I ran a bit late.” The next day.Claire-sama and I returned to the Imperial laboratories, this time bringing Mei along.We had already met up with Philine already, so all we had to do was wait for Hilda to finally show up to enter. She was a bit late but finally arrived. …

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Kanada-sama hid her face in her hands and began crying, her shoulders trembling. “No, you’re definitely not crying!” “Calcilast-sama, you’re being cruel! You’re making a woman cry.” “I understand. I understand. I’ll buy them.” Calcilast-sama sighed, “Haa,” and walked off at a quick pace. Kanada-sama raised her face and said, “Karu-chan is the same as …

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A Natural Roughly a week went by since we were given the task of finding a way to open the Forbidden Box.When we came back from school, we received a response letter from Tred-sensei all the way back in Bauer. 『My sincerest apologies, but please give up on that box. There are things in there …

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He put a hand to his forehead and groaned, “Hmm.” Calcilast-sama looked like he took damage. Like in a game. “By the way, what do you like about Karu-chan, Marikana-chan?” I blinked my eyes and carefully pondered about that. “He’s handsome, and a good person… and he’s gentle…” “M-Marikana…” “What, what, going about your sweetheart? …

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The Forbidden Box Hilda guided us to one of the laboratories owned by the Imperial Ministry of Magic.A security guard standing by the entrance asked us for identification.Given how tight security was around here, you could tell just how important these laboratories were. As we made our way inside, I saw a lot of experiment …

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“It’s certainly as you say. I will reflect on myself.” Deep down he’s serious. No, he’s serious on the surface too. I put the cup to my mouth and tilted it. Gulp gulp. “By the way, Karu-chan has a childhood dream…” “Ah, you’re saying something unnecessary again!” “He wanted to be a superhero and get …

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Figurehead “Hah?” Hilda was miffed when she heard Philine’s curt tone of voice. “What are you doing, acting so high and mighty, even though you’re just a decoration of a princess? If we’re finished with this conversation, I’m leaving――”“Sit down, Hilda.”“Like I said, I’m――”“Sit down.” Her words were strict and commanding.Hilda, who tried to get …

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Kanada-sama put a hand on her cheek and laughed happily. Or was it sadly…? “Let’s see, that’s the popular opinion… Those are your specialty, right, Karu-chan? “Then what do you want to do? Become an actress?” “That’s not bad, but I want to leave something more behind.” Calcilast-sama looked taken aback by her self-important talk. …

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Value Kon kon. There was a knock at the door from the other side.Philine seemed a bit nervous as she looked over at us.Claire-sama and I both gave her a nod. Philine reciprocated before inviting the visitor into her room. “Excuse me…… Oh?” When Hilda noticed our presence in the room, she raised her eyebrows …

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“Karu-chan has become quite dignified, hasn’t he?” “W-What is it out of nowhere? Your new strategy?” Kanada-sama looked up from the cup and said after shaking it. “The little Karu-chan grew up so handsome… Big sis is happy.” “Next up, you try to make me flustered with excessive praise. What are you aiming at…” “Karu-chan, …

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Negotiation Training “Hilda, do you have any time to spare right now?”“Ahh, Princess. I apologize. I’m a bit preoccupied. I’ll come back a little later if you want to talk, though.”“I-Is that so……”“I’m really sorry about this. Now if you’ll excuse me.” Philine looked dejected as she watched Hilda, who was quick to turn on …

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“What, so it’s like that. I was worried.” This time, Kanada-sama took a sip of her coffee with a smile like a goddess. Wow, she looked like an elegant, adult woman. “Recently, I had a dream about Karu-chan. He was holding hands with somebody other than Marikana-chan.” “My, Calcilast-sama!” “Marikana, it was her dream. A …

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Thirteenth Chapter - Capturing the Empire A Red Memory “I don’t think the Empire should stay like this any longer.” We were in the middle of our lunch break a few days after the incident with Philine had settled down.It was an unusual sight, but there weren’t that many people hanging around in the classroom …

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“Marikana, is that what you’re curious about?” “Let’s see, the first thing I said was Karu-chan…” “Eeh! The first thing was Calcilast-sama’s nickname!?” “Marikana, it’s false. She’s imagining things. Don’t believe her.” “Ara? How can you be so sure, Karu-chan?” Kanada-sama gave Calcilast-sama a provocative look. It was so sexy I got chills despite being …

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“Kanada-sama, please don’t put troublesome things into Calcilast-sama’s head!” “Sorry. I just want to dote on my cute cousin.” “Eh? That’s your way of showing love? Wasn’t that an attack on me…” “Karu-chan, really. I wouldn’t attack you. I’m just teasing you.” “By the way, why are the two of you so close?” “Marikana-chan, does …

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“O-O-O-Of course I’m not! I like boys!” “Eeh!? Like boys…? Marikana, you are surprisingly frivolous!” “Wawawa, it was just an example… I’m not a fujoshi!” “I see… I’m glad. If you had such an unusual hobby…” Calcilast-sama’s facial muscles relaxed in relief. I was really flustered. I’m normal. When I began saying, “I’m…” a butterfly …

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She and the Morning of the Ninth Day 7 “Or rather, he was hiding them. But it all came to light now.” “Raid, is it really alright? Sir Lantinotz is a considerably dangerous person…” I was seriously worried about Raid, but she remained composed. “It’s alright. Despite how he might seem, he’s easy to handle. …

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“Karu-chan, what do you like the most about Marikana-chan? Let’s talk about love.” Calcilast-sama’s face turned red. Is he flustered? He coughed, “Ahem,” and sincerely said. “Everything. From the top of her hair, to the tips of her feet… From personality to hobbies…” Kanada-san grinned and gestured Calcilast-sama to lend her an ear. “Eh? What? …

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Calcilast-sama pretended not to hear her and sighed, “Haa.” Here, here. She’s such a person. It can’t be helped. “Come to think of it, Karu-chan, the actress you love got married.” “Come to think of it, she did. But, But what I loved was her last role…” “Aha. But now you love Marikana-chan? With all …

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“Did you finally feel like reflecting? That’s the spirit.” “No, it’s different. I’ve got a slight fever today…” Calcilast-sama was gobsmacked. My, my. “Please think about your partner some more. I feel sorry for him.” “I wonder if I should. Men really are intolerant. It’s a little disappointing.” The prince shouted, “Jeez!” with displeasure and …

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“Ah, excuse me. Was it your partner then…” “Yes, just listen. I only went on a date with another man, and he said we should break up…” “No, that’s your fault, Kanada-san.” I and Calcilast-sama nodded to each other. “Eh! Why? I was just messing about. We didn’t even hold hands.” Kanada-sama’s eyes went wide …

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“I’ve been marching through a wasteland looking for good-looking guys. Is something wrong about that?” “Wasteland… But that aside… If I recall correctly, you have a lover?” “Ah, is that so! Then why?” “Marikana-chan is so cute. Karu-chan, don’t let her go, okay?” “Of course I won’t. Even if it took confining her… I’m joking. …

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What an unexpected development. Did I mishear, or was it a bolt from the blue… “W-What are you saying. We were just dance partners…” “It was a sweltering day. We fervently danced while passionately embracing each other…” “Don’t make up stuff! We only danced! Don’t say it like it’s the truth!” Kanada-sama winked impishly. What, …

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“Ooh, is that so? It’s surprising.” “And you see, he not only eats cucumbers and carrots with their skins, but even pumpkins.” “Eh! Pumpkins with skin!? He’s got strong teeth.” “Marikana, there’s no way that’s true! It’s naturally a lie!” “Ah, Karu-chan is flustered. Ahaha.”   “Please, let’s talk about something more normal. I prohibit …

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“Karu-chan excelled at drawing pictures with bedwetting. For example, he could draw an elephant, or a car, or a moon…” “I can’t do that! Please don’t make things up!” Kanada-sama happily narrowed her eyes and continued giggling. “I’m joking. Of course, Karu-chan isn’t a bedwetting artist.” Caclilast-sama breathed a sigh and coldly looked at her. …

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“Could you spare me just a little…” “Karu-chan was a coward in the past and couldn’t go to the toilet at night alone.” Eh? Is that so? Calcilast-sama also has things he’s not good at…. But, I’m jealous of them being close. I…. “Marikana, please don’t believe her! I’ve never done anything like that…” “Ara, …

Villainess’s Sweet Everyday 173

What, a cousin, huh. I got a little worried. Just a tiny bit, yes. Certainly, their faces and eyes looked alike.   She created an elegant, warm atmosphere. “Marikana? Marikana? Are you listening?” “Um, what is it? Ahaha, I spaced out.” “Kanada-san asked to drink coffee with us.” “Ah, I see. Of course, feel free…. …

Villainess’s Sweet Everyday 172

What’s with her attitude? She’s too rude towards the prince. My face angrily twitched. I unintentionally glared at her. I wanted to flip the table. Endure, Marikana! You can’t be controlled by emotions. However, I felt my hands fill with strength. Ah, I’m angry! “Karu-chan, introduce me to that child.” “Sure, she’s my lover, Marikana. …

Villainess’s Sweet Everyday 171

Um, are they close? No, not that… At that moment, a golden retriever she had with her pulled the leash and ran up to me. Woof woof. Woof woof. Here here. Sniff. Good boy. I stroked the dog while nervously observing the two people looking at each other. Woof woof. Well, sit. Did this child …

Villainess’s Sweet Everyday 170

Is it alright for me to be so happy? From here, disasters will strike me one after another… It’s said people reminiscence about old days when thinking about death, but… I think of happiness… Calcilast-sama cheerfully hummed then said. “There was a café scene in a novel I’ve read recently. It left an impression me…” …

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Come to think of it, I’m thirsty. I want to drink something… “Calcilast-sama, how about we go to the café over there? Ah, if you don’t want to, it’s fine…” The prince lowered his eyebrows and readily agreed. I’m glad. We took a seat outdoors. A waitress holding a notepad came to take our orders. …

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Calcilast-sama glanced here and asked. “When do you feel happy Marika?” “Happy? Hmm, when I spend time with people special to me.” “I-Is that your parents, or someone else…” “Hmm, my mother, father and my beloved.” “Just who is…” At that timing, a truck ran past us and drowned out his voice. I couldn’t hear …

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“I understand, I’ll stop at this for today. However… We’re in presence of public, huh.” “We are. It might cause a scandal. It’s a pinch!” The prince said, “Yes, your hand then…” and taking it, he lightly kissed it, and we began walking with our hands connected. Ah, jeez, my heart is beating fast. It …

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I wonder if there’s any good answer. I’m an idiot, so.. Hmm. “If you… stay with me… I can endure any despair…” “Calcilast-sama? What’s the matter?” “Can I hug you? Strongly…” “Huh? Err…” Squeeze. Squeeze. Squeeze. Squeeze! Squeeze! “Wawawa, just what turned on this switch!?” “It’s just this. You understand, don’t you? This suffocating feeling…” …

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Calcilast-sama stared at me in silence. What’s this pressure!? “So, um… I’m saying that… mackerel… mackerel, mackerel… or something…” Calcilast-sama spurted out and grabbed my hand. I thought I stirred up a hornet’s nest, but it all turned out alright in the end? It looked like Calcilast-sama regained his vigor. I knew our lives pass …

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“I’m simply fed up with my own powerlessness… I have no power…” “Calcilast-sama, you did your best. You needn’t feel ashamed!” He looked at me with wide eyes then said with a slight smile. “Thanks, Marikana. I always presume upon your kindness…” Calcilast-sama showed a somewhat lonely smile. If only I could somehow joke to …

Villainess’s Sweet Everyday 163

“No, you mustn’t! I’ll be thrown in prison if it’s exposed that I received money from the prince!” Calcilast-sama smiled and said. “I’ll order those in charge not to do that. So please forgive that child.” “I-I understand. If you say that… What benevolence….” The man left, dragging his heavy belly with him. I joined …

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“That’s fine. Why are you such a hurry?” The man slapped his forehead and said. “No, it’s nothing. I just had my wallet stolen… By the brat before.” “That’s troubling. Was anything in it?” The panting man gradually regained his breath. Calcilast-sama asked him. “How much was stolen?” The man sighed and said. “That’s right. …