45.2 What I Wish for
“Roland, withdraw.”
“F, Father—!?”
Why was he surprised? On the contrary, did he think he’d be forgiven for absolutely anything? The aristocrats who were previously sneering at Riol were a bit taken aback. Regardless, no one was foolish enough to call out the future king’s uncouth behavior.
“…I won’t allow you to make such a remark. What a statement to make towards the people who’ve made such a contribution to our kingdom. Immediately retract your words and stand down!”
“N, no way! I’m not at fault! Don’t be deceived by them, Father!”
Riol’s special wish had improved his standing in the eyes of the aristocrats. The moment Roland exclaimed such, the attention gathered on him all at once. Still, since it was the crown prince, no one dared raise any objection. Despite that, their gazes were colder than when they ridiculed Riol.
“Be it this girl, or this guy, they don’t deserve such a disproportionate reward!”
“You’re still saying that…!”
However, Riol had been waiting for that exact moment for the off chance the king was swayed by Roland’s words and rescinded the reward…
“…Your Majesty, please wait. Certainly, His Highness Roland is too talkative. However, His Highness Roland’s effort to improve his bond with Sharina Clydea mustn’t be ignored. Amidst his busy schedule, he still tried to interact with her. By doing so, he attempted to respect Ms. Clydea’s resolve which was to ‘attain the princess education and be a suitable partner for him.’ It isn’t strange for him to be upset and say such a raucous thing.”
Before the king could try to dissuade Roland any further, the queen stepped forward and argued.
“Has not the reward for this person already been deliberated? It has been decided that his reward will match his achievement. Hence, it’s preposterous to increase his reward just because of a few words. Considering the budget for Sharina Clydea’s queen education, even if it’s a groundbreaking discovery, there’s a possibility that others will complain if the reward is excessive.”
Unlike Roland’s ridiculous statement, the queen’s remark was sensible. Certainly, the queen wasn’t wrong.
Feeling that her victory, which should’ve been certain, begin to sink, Sharina’s shoulders trembled.
“Your Majesty, may I speak?”
“…Alright, I allow you to speak.”
However, the echo of Riol’s dignified voice freed her from anxiety.
“I apologize. It’s as the queen said—I’m asking for too much. In addition to the rewards listed earlier, Her Majesty had given my friend an opportunity to learn how to become the nation’s mother. It’s only natural that the reward is considered excessive.”
Putting his hand on his chest, Riol accepted the words of the queen. However, even though Riol’s words were dubious, his gaze was unwavering. He looked straight ahead, unwilling to give up.
“Haha! It looks like your plan is foiled! Rather than future prospects, you should’ve immediately chosen gold instead. How do you feel knowing your familiar is choosing gold over you, witch!? Drown in that misery! Your victory was so close, and yet so far!”
“Ro-Roland!”
Although Riol had affirmed all the queen’s claims, Roland smirked in contempt. Unlike the queen, he didn’t feel the slightest suspicion regarding Riol’s previous statement.
The queen had been trying to restore Roland’s honor by creating a perfect narrative. Unaware of that, Roland spouted things that poured all the queen’s efforts down the drain.
“Nevertheless, her help is essential for my research. That’s already the best reward I could ever receive. So, I hereby return all the other rewards—be it the gold coins, the war horses, the medals, and also the title of knighthood.”
“Huh—!?”
“…!”
“Your Majesty, please.”
Hearing what Riol uttered the next moment, a stupid noise leaked from Roland. The queen was also at loss for words.
Roland truly thought the witch’s familiar had betrayed her for instant wealth. Despite that, what happened was Riol refusing all the other rewards. At that point, if the king still refused Riol’s request, it’d be overkill. More so considering that the king’s life had been saved by his amulet.
“…I understand. I acknowledge Sharina Clydea’s withdrawal from the Dahlia Garden.”
“Your Majesty!!”
With one statement from the king, the golden chain which ensnared Sharina’s legs was severed.
“I will look forward to it, Riol Glen, Sharina Clydea. Let’s work together.”
“Thank you very much, Your Majesty.”
“Yes, I’ll do my best…!”
Sharina was finally free.
She no longer had to accept the hand of a man she disliked, nor was she tied to the roll of the princess.
Now, she could take the hand of her beloved and be together with him.
Suppressing her rushing emotions, Sharina’s eyes became tearful.
“Ha! As expected of the witch’s familiar, you’re aiming for a good deal! Don’t be deceived by them everyone, their real identities are—!”
The heartwarming atmosphere was once again ruined by the same man.
Merely wanting to be with each other, Sharina and Riol chose to part with the queen’s seat and the bountiful rewards. Despite that, Roland remained blind and started making a fuss in front of everyone.
“Roland!!”
The angry voice of the king echoed. The queen had no time to stop Roland.
“This is an order, take Roland to his room.”
“Huh!?”
At the order of the king, two guards seized Roland. Everyone present was half-stunned at the sight of the second prince being dragged out of the audience room.
Not even Riol and Sharina had expected for the king to forcefully dismiss Roland. They believed the king would just encourage Roland to leave.
“Forgive my son’s rudeness…”
With a sad voice, the king apologized while bowing.
Sharina asked what the king was doing in a terrified manner. It didn’t seem like the queen would be able to cover for Roland anymore.
After witnessing Roland being dragged away, the queen remained in a daze and never said a word.
***T/N: T, the king… is sane!??!?!!? Am I dreaming? Did I die from too much cringe Roloon inflicted in this chapter!?!?!? Someone pinch me!!!!
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Is it possible that the King is the only person in the Royal family with a properly functioning brain?
If it’s true, That would be Great!
I’m still above average angry. This isn’t quite the catharsis I had hoped for. The queen and princes have been ruining lives left and right and the worst punish they get is a slight embarrassment. The other adults ruining lives don’t even get a slap on the wrist. The kingdom is still headed for ruin. Riol literally made the greatest discovery of the century and he walks away with the privilege of keeping the woman he loves that loves him back (not like they were happy before the royal family randomly interfered or anything) and now he has to dedicate his life to the betterment of the worthless kingdom that tried to have him exiled twice now. And I’m still waiting for the actual truth to be announced to everyone so they can keep the rewards the deserve, the royal family is permanently forced to back off, the queen can get beheaded (or just a whole commoner revolt and kill everyone; The king is complicit by not raising his kids better or banishing his wife earlier (he couldn’t have been sick the first prince’s entire life (he has two sons!))), and for Riol to get the medal and battle recognition to he deserved before the academy (which is also corrupt as heck and needs to be chastised)… Also am I the only one that was REALLY looking forward to a fight with Patrick? I liked Patrick and was hoping for an actual chill and fun match with the ML (also wanted to see him fight Tobias).
… This kingdom is just doomed huh.
If the king isn’t sane, there’s no way the country will be able to be as big as it is now. I think it’s just the queen that taint the lineage?
Good stuff, but it’s not done yet. Thanks for the chap, Vanessa.
I dunno about the king being sane, but he’s at least pragmatic…I mean, if Ro-loon despises Sharina and Riol, that means he’s despising the people who saved the life of the king…which means Ro-loon wanted the king dead…so Ro-loon could ascend the throne…thus Ro-loon would be viewed as a horrific heir if the king let him go on speaking…
Lol I guess the king was too busy running a country and the queen thought the boys everything… Hopefully the youngest son still has time to learn :v
Many thanks
Hallelujah, finally someone of royalty who apparently doesn’t have the intestines in place of the brain
The kingdom is saved!! I can imagine Sharina’s family’s servants going ham if they ever know that their young miss is suffering.
Thanks.
If the king wasn’t sane, intelligent, and not blind, I don’t think the country would have survived this long. And this novel has tried to make sense, even with the behaviour of idiots.
There’s still things to watch out for, depending on the third royal child, whether or not the second prince’s idiocy can actually be contained, and how the queen might try for revenge (two of her children have lost now).
Sharina and Riol have also gotten the attention of the king, which could mean almost anything…
The third prince isn’t the queen’s so presumably he didn’t inherit any of her delusion
There is hope for this kingdom!!!!!!!!
Thank u for the translaaaa!!!!
There is but next chapter will be an eye opener, and to early to say lol, their prince is lurking around