■ Monica Ashton’s Perspective
“Young Lady, what emotions are reflected in that expression of yours?”
I, who had been waiting in her room, asked the Young Lady upon her return from Prince Harold’s chambers.
“I don’t know what you mean by that, but if I had to say… perhaps, anger towards Margaret?”
“Anger…”
“Yes. She neglected Lord Hal all this time, and the moment she was abandoned, she tried to dispose of her own son. No matter if she’s the First Queen or whatever, that woman… I absolutely won’t forgive her.”
I see, indeed, the Young Lady’s words are certainly justified.
After all, the moment she answered, her eyes were dyed a vivid crimson.
However.
“Is that so? Then, why is it that the Young Lady is smiling so brightly?”
“Eh…?”
Oh? Could it be that she hadn’t noticed?
Certainly, the Dragon’s Favor has been activated by her anger, but her face is the complete opposite, with the corners of her mouth turned up, as if she’s rejoicing from the bottom of her heart.
However, that expression is so bizarre it makes one’s hair stand on end.
“A-Am I, rejoicing…”
The Young Lady falters and lowers her gaze.
It seems she’s confused, unable to understand what her own emotions are.
Normally, it would be appropriate to leave the room until the Young Lady regains her composure, but… unfortunately, with the Dragon’s Favor activated, I cannot leave her alone.
If she were to run wild, a tragedy would unfold in this Royal Palace.
Then.
“…I see. Yes, that’s right. I am rejoicing.”
“Young Lady…?”
“Because, isn’t it obvious? My Lord Hal revealed everything and entrusted himself to me! His shoulders trembled as he buried his face in my chest!”
The Young Lady’s crimson eyes gleam eerily, and she wears a smile I’ve never seen before.
I see… I understand, but this is extremely dangerous.
“You weren’t there, so you wouldn’t know, but Lord Hal… called my name repeatedly, seeking me out. It was as if he couldn’t live without me…”
“Is that so…”
I don’t know what to say.
There’s no doubt that the Dragon’s Favor is tending towards a rampage, but as long as Prince Harold’s feelings are directed straight towards the Young Lady, the possibility of harm befalling the Prince himself is low.
However, with her love for Prince Harold at an all-time high, and the Young Lady’s desire to protect him exceeding all limits… one wrong step, and she could destroy this entire Royal Palace.
Including that scum, of course, as well as King Aival, Margaret, and Cardis.
“…In that case, the Young Lady’s responsibility is significant.”
“Oh…? What do you mean?”
“Yes…”
I have the Young Lady sit on a chair and earnestly lecture her.
While it’s true that Prince Harold cannot live without the Young Lady, depending on her, Prince Harold’s place could be lost from this world.
Sometimes flattering, sometimes strict, I spoke without missing any changes in the Young Lady’s emotions, being careful not to touch a nerve.
My words could determine whether Prince Harold is ruined or not. The stress I’m under right now is no joke. I definitely need a special allowance for this.
“…So, the Young Lady wouldn’t want Prince Harold to become unhappy, would you?”
“Y-Yes…”
Phew… It seems my sermon… no, my explanation was understood, her eyes have returned to their original sapphire blue, and she now appears completely demure.
I really wish this troublesome ability, or rather, curse, would just stop.
“However, I’m sure Prince Harold will continue to seek the Young Lady from now on. This Monica will do her best to support you both so that your relationship lasts forever, so please, Young Lady, do your best as well.”
“O-Of course! If Lord Hal is by my side, I’ll do anything!”
Yes, I suppose so.
With the Young Lady’s Dragon’s Favor, destroying the Dehauvalz Kingdom would be an easy task.
Prince Harold… this Monica Ashton has done everything in her power to protect your world, you know?
So, just a tenth… no, a hundredth of the Young Lady’s affection would be enough.
Please, bestow your favor upon me as well.
—That alone would fill me with unparalleled happiness.
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