The king, who always pampered the princess, was so laidback that almost suspected he was as airheaded as the princess.

“A social study field trip…?”

A messenger came from the royal palace, bringing an answer from the king who had received my notification.

“That’s right. The princess is His Majesty’s only child. This is considered part of her studies to become a queen someday. Therefore, you should welcome her.”

…The woman who held a tea party during wartime, and more than that, tried to sabotage the newly-restored peace with her silly sense of justice, was going to eventually rule this country.

Is it a countdown to this kingdom’s demise?

The future of Paides hung on whether or not the ruler was a decent human being.

“Is His Majesty aware that she came to Lowenberg?”

The messenger stared incredulously at me as if saying, ‘Of course, isn’t that obvious?’

“Sir Messenger, this place is adjacent to Elda and suffered the most damage during the war.”

“Yes, I did my research on the way. What a pity.” Said the messenger while staring at me, the one who was left with no choice but to fill the position of a lord.

“Tch—!”

That’s not it!

You truly don’t know anything!

“I wouldn’t say it’s unsafe. However, we weren’t prepared for the princess’ visit. Security is lacking. Many people are coming and going to rebuild the territory. Compared to other territories, it’s more likely my territory is being visited by shady people mixed in with the traders. I can’t take responsibility if something happens to the princess.”

I’m begging you, take her home.

I hadn’t even brought up how she acted in front of the crown prince of Elda. Above all, I didn’t know how the people would react to her insensitiveness.

“…There’s also a chance that the people of the territory will harm the princess.”

“That’s impossible.”

“How so?”

“Because it’s Elda’s fault. Elda was the one who razed this territory to the ground, ruined their lives, and killed your parents. Surely you, who fought to protect them, hate Elda as well? There’s no point in holding a grudge against the royal family of Paides.”

I was speechless.

What is this man blabbering about?

“Do you honestly think so? Or were you just quoting His Majesty?”

“It’s the words of His Majesty. I’m sure you’re aware of that, too? The princess is extremely concerned about you. After all, you have no choice but to host Eldas here in Lowenberg for the sake of the peace treaty.”

People actually lost their lives on the battlefield. We had better things to do than getting offended by such a thing. The sentimentality of those who knew not of true injury and pain were wasted on us.

“Still, for your sake, the princess went all the way here to accompany you, even if it means having to bear with the Eldas. The princess sure is kind.” Said the messenger.

In an Eastern Country, there existed a song called, ‘The Woman I Encountered Became Blood-Soaked Before my Eyes – a Midday Illusion.’ It was part of a songbook called ‘Macabre Song’, owned by a mercenary I came across on the battlefield. When I read it, I thought its lyrics were a tad unhinged.

But now I know.

The messenger in front of me, the chirpy princess, and the people of this country—

—I wish they’d just die.

If they were covered in blood, just like in the song, maybe that’d knock some sense into them.

“I’m grateful for the princess’ kindness and shall offer my utmost hospitality.”

After I said that, the messenger left, satisfied.

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