“But, to think they might try to crush Sandra’s family now… that’s really crossing the line…”
We left the dormitory in a carriage, heading towards the Chevalier family’s Townhouse.
Actually, I told everyone about the possibility of the Royal Army forcibly suppressing the Chevalier family.
I figured that holding back from my ‘Precious Thing,’ who cares about me so much, would be betraying everyone.
And guess what? Everyone agreed to lend us their strength without a second thought.
Both Christia and Lize immediately gave instructions to their spies in the Royal Capital and made requests to their home countries. I’m truly grateful.
“So, what are your plans, Lord Hal?”
“Yeah. I’m going to join Father-in-law… Duke Chevalier, and fight against the Kingdom.”
“A war, then…”
Of course, I’ve taken measures to prevent that from happening.
However, just in case, we need to anticipate the worst-case scenario.
Knowing King Aival, he’s probably planning to use our show of resistance as a pretext to claim the Chevalier family has rebelled, giving him justification.
“Don’t worry. I absolutely won’t let that happen.”
To reassure everyone, I spoke in as bright and gentle a voice as possible.
“Ah, looks like we’re here.”
We got out of the carriage, which had pulled up to the entrance of the Chevalier family’s mansion, and went inside.
“Prince Harold, we’ve been waiting for you.”
“…………………”
“S-Sorry. We’re late.”
Duke Chevalier and Cedric, with grim expressions, greeted me in the reception room, and I became uncomfortably apologetic.
Y-Yeah, they’re definitely angry about me secretly marrying Sandra, aren’t they…?
“Now, now, welcome! And… ufufu, congratulations to you both!”
“Thank you! Mother!”
“T-Thank you very much, Mother-in-law.”
I couldn’t help but smile as Madam Norma hugged me.
From now on, she’ll really be my mother… I’m so happy.
“Let’s get straight to the point. Despite what Prince Harold told us, what on earth is His Majesty the King thinking?”
“I don’t know… but it’s clear that he wants to eliminate the Chevalier family, at the very least.”
We took our seats, and after explaining the situation, we began to discuss countermeasures.
Even so, since we’ve already made preparations, it’s just a matter of fine-tuning the details.
“…In any case, to bare his fangs at the Chevalier family, who have supported this country since its founding, is quite audacious.”
“Indeed. I shall take this opportunity to earn some military achievements. After all… I had Alexandra’s engagement annulled.”
Duke Chevalier and Cedric opened their narrow eyes and grinned ferociously.
As Sandra’s family, they’re both the type to resort to physical force. Especially Cedric, where did the setting that he’s good at internal affairs go?
“Also, thankfully, we’ve received support from the Barthian Holy Kingdom and the Capetien Kingdom. With this, even in the worst-case scenario, we won’t be defeated.”
“Oh, that’s reassuring.”
Now then, King Aival.
Our preparations are already complete.
If you think you can destroy the Chevalier family according to the EnHaza Scenario, you’re sorely mistaken.
Try it if you dare.
Just then.
“My Lord. A letter has arrived from the Royal Palace.”
“!?”
Duke Chevalier took the letter Monica brought and broke the seal.
“…His Majesty the King demands that you bring Prince Harold, who is being held hostage, to the Royal Palace within three days. Otherwise, your Dukedom will be revoked.”
Ah, I see.
He intends to capture Duke Chevalier, who would come with me, and then quickly suppress the Chevalier family, which would be thrown into chaos without its leader. His plans are so underhanded.
“Father, what will you do?”
“It’s decided. There’s no need to comply with such a thing.”
Duke Chevalier tore up the letter with a grim expression.
If things continue as they are, the Kingdom will send the Royal Army to the Chevalier territory.
I have to prevent that at all costs.
“Lord Hal?”
“Then, I’ll go to the Royal Palace. But, by myself.”
“!!!!?”
Everyone’s eyes widened at once as I stood up and declared that.
“N-No! If you do that, Prince Harold will undoubtedly be captured…”
“Don’t worry. King Aival wouldn’t dare harm me.”
That’s right… there’s no way King Aival can lay a hand on me.
If he eliminates me, the stepping stone, the Engage Hazard Scenario will collapse.
Besides.
“Caz, will you come with me?”
“! Of course! I’m always with Hal!”
I have such a reliable partner with me.
In the EnHaza Scenario, Sandra and Monica could be harmed, so I can’t take them with me, but this time it can’t be helped.
So, I need you to wait here… wait.
“Eh, eeh…”
“Now then. Lord Hal, let us be on our way.”
Sandra, clad in full armor and carrying Balmung, smiled sweetly.
Behind her was Monica, as if it were only natural.
“B-But, unlike me, you’re in danger…”
“Fufu, you jest. Do you think the Kingdom could possibly harm me?”
Sandra’s Sapphire Eyes turned crimson as she chuckled.
Y-Yeah, I know she’s the strongest in this state, but still.
“Please rest assured. This Monica Ashton will reap everything without suffering a scratch.”
“Please don’t do that!?”
Oh geez, why are these two so belligerent?
Really… you don’t have to worry about me so much. I’m happy, though. I’m super happy, but still.
“…Even if I say no, you’re going to come, aren’t you?”
“Of course.”
“Understood.”
A-Ahaha… well, I guess there’s no helping it, then.
“Okay, I get it. Let’s go together.”
“Yes!”
“Understood.”
In the end, I headed to the Royal Palace with Sandra, Monica, and Caz.
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