Royal Match
 

 
As the signal to begin sounded, Raycis snorted and addressed his opponent.
 
“If you admit defeat now, you won’t have to suffer.”
 
“…That’s unnecessary concern. Or is the prince’s sword all talk?”
 
I stood holding my wooden sword at the ready, looking at him calmly.
 
“What?! Can’t you understand my good intentions?!”
 
“…That’s what I mean by all talk.”
 
“You brat!”
 
Provoked by the cheap taunt, he charged with his sword raised high. As he closed in, I turned his world around and slammed him to the ground from … Read the rest

I was then guided to a spacious area, likely the training grounds outside the main palace. Elias and the others were either sitting on chairs placed along the veranda or standing to watch. It was almost like a small festival.
 
I believe this type of event is called a “public match” in historical dramas. Even though the main purpose was for Farah and I to meet, somehow it had turned into a demonstration of my martial arts. Well, it’s likely the result of various underlying motives. But they fired the first shot. As the saying goes, “If you’re going to … Read the rest

“That is not what I mean. I was speaking from Barst’s perspective. Even though there is an alliance, Barst may think that Magnolia’s actions won’t be swift enough, as it is merely a connection between countries. However, if there is a marriage tie between the border regions of Baldia and Renalute, how would that be?”
 
Though I couldn’t see clearly, it seemed the other aristocrats were also listening to my speech with keen interest, and the murmuring had subsided. I continued to explain carefully, conscious of conveying my message.
 
“Presumptuous as it may be, I believe that after my marriage … Read the rest

“I’m afraid there is only one chair prepared, as we were informed that only Lord Reiner-Baldia of the Border Count would be granted an audience with His Majesty Elias.”
 
“…I see. What do you think, Reed?”
 
Reiner still had a frown on his face at the elderly Dark Elf’s words. Seeing this, I inadvertently muttered to myself in my heart.
 
(Ah… That expression on Reiner’s face means he is secretly furious…)
 
But Reiner’s anger was understandable. Not preparing a chair for me, the son of the guest and an important figure for the meeting, could be … Read the rest

“The purpose is likely… different from Norris’. I’m not sure of the true intentions, but…”
 
Reed saw. From the conversation, it seemed that Eltia, the mother of Princess Farah, was not an enemy but rather neutral. Since she didn’t know about Reed, it was only natural that she would want to marry her daughter, the princess, into the royal family.
 
The real problem was Raycis. Reed never imagined that he would be influenced by this person named Norris, who was antagonistic towards Reed. This might be the most difficult issue to deal with.
 
As Reed was pondering … Read the rest

Audience.
 

 
“Lady Farah, you look very beautiful.”
 
“Thank you, Asna.”
 
Farah thanked Asna while once again checking her own appearance in the mirror. The dress she was wearing now was one that had arrived from Eltia the day before, with a white base color. The dress complemented her tanned skin, a characteristic of Dark Elves, making Farah’s presence even more striking. Furthermore, the slightly mature design gave Farah a more adult-like air, despite her young age.
 
“I wonder if the candidate lords will be pleased with this?”
 
“Yes, in my opinion, you look even more splendid than usual today, … Read the rest

“Reiner and Zack and Reed and Yukata”
 

 
“Sigh…”
 
Reiner was led to the largest room on the second floor of the reception hall, where he sat down on the sofa with a grim expression. Tomorrow, he was scheduled to have an audience with the king, but he suspected that opponents of the marriage would try to interfere. Thinking about the maneuvers of the nobles of Renalute, his head already began to ache.
 
Initially, Reiner hadn’t planned to bring his son along for the marriage affair. However, he had no choice but to bring him along since … Read the rest

“Haha, Reed-sama is truly an interesting person. Since you’re still a child, nobody would mind if we bathed together. In fact, it would be strange if they did, wouldn’t it?”
 
That might be true indeed. But something inside me is saying this isn’t right. In my past life memories, I think I had the usual impure thoughts like anyone else, but now I can’t look at Diana with such feelings. Diana, or rather, women, have become something very precious to me.
 
Resigned to her continuous smile, I take a deep breath to calm myself, then let out a … Read the rest

Considering the future, we absolutely should ally with Renalute for the marriage. Besides, I’ve already decided to cherish Princess Farah deeply. Yes, like my mother and father. So, I answered Zack with a smile.
 
“Sure. But, only if you support me when I fall in love with Queen Farah.”
 
“Of course, understood.”
 
Zack seemed to enjoy our exchange with a smile. By the way, Diana, who was standing by, muttered something as she watched our interaction.
 
“It’s quite unusual to have such ambition at that age…”
 
“…? Diana, did you say something?”
 
“No, nothing at all.”
 
After answering me, Diana … Read the rest

“Negotiation”
 

 
“Reed-sama… Reed-sama!!”
 
“Hmm…?”
 
I seem to have fallen asleep while lying on the bed. I sit up from the bed, groggily staring at Diana. She’s wearing a maid outfit with a sword at her waist. Yeah, quite a surreal sight. I suddenly wonder, is it okay to wear a sword in the reception hall? I blurt out my half-asleep thoughts.
 
“Diana, is it okay to wear a sword in the reception hall?”
 
“Yes. We have obtained approval from Sir Reiner and the facility manager, Sir Zack.”
 
Diana bows and answers with grace. She’s naturally elegant, which makes it … Read the rest