217.2: The Battle Maiden is at the Crossroads of Marriage (33)
She found herself unable to move even after their farewell. On the other hand, she learned just how powerful Hades was for being able to say it.
Despite knowing that he’d have to hurt, lose, and be hated by someone he loved, he still said it.
Your Majesty is a fool.
He could’ve deceived her or made up an excuse, but as always, he didn’t.
“…Alright, I understand your feelings, but I still fail to comprehend this situation. Is there any point in holding me hostage?”
“I told you not to underestimate me. What’s behind that barrier? What were you guys planning to do to me?”
Perhaps, from the moment Lawrence saw the conflict at Radea, he’d been planning to win Jill over by appealing to her family affection and the ruthlessness of the Dragon Emperor.
If all went according to plan, he’d be able to obtain the Dragon Princess’ power and sacred relic without having to move his troops. Even if things went awry, with the loss of the Dragon Queen, the strength of the Dragon Emperor would diminish significantly. Otherwise, things would become dangerous.
Geraldo and Lawrence were both excellent. They must’ve considered the possibility of Jill choosing Hades in the end.
Therefore, even if Jill didn’t choose Hades, they should—no, would definitely have a plan to cease Jill’s role as a Dragon Princess.
His Majesty was probably aware of that. Yet, at that time, I still didn’t understand.
That was probably why he didn’t try to force Jill to come with him.
“Answer me. I’m guessing it’s some sort of troublesome mythological thing. Is there a trick behind that barrier?”
“… I don’t know why. Even though I never underestimated you or the Dragon Emperor, the unexpected always happens.”
“We don’t have time, Lawrence. I have to stop His Majesty before he starts a war.”
“After everything is said and done, will the Dragon Emperor even listen to you?”
“On the contrary, as the Dragon Princess, I’ll make him listen. You also don’t want a war to break out, right?”
Otherwise, Natalie’s remains would’ve been found long ago.
If they were going to start a war, they’d either have to acquire the power of the Dragon Princess or whittle it down. Because of that, they were lying in wait despite their reluctance.
Suddenly, she could feel that Lawrence was laughing.
“First, let me clear up a misunderstanding. Devising a plan while relying on mysterious concepts such as love, reason, and divinity isn’t my hobby. Maybe, I do feel a bit resentful because of my lack of magic. Oh well, now that it has come to this, I’ll just leave the rest to the Dragon Empress of the past.”
“Huh? What do you mean by that…”
The twin sneaked away. At the moment Jill’s attention was drawn to that direction, a shadow encroached from behind.
Jill looked up at the sky above her, pushed Lawrence away, and jumped back.
Keeping her posture low, Jill smiled at the shadow looking down at her.
“…I knew it. Mother, were you aware of it the whole time?”
“As expected of my daughter. Wouldn’t anyone be upset if their request isn’t fulfilled? If you can’t grant my wish, then I will.”
Her calm tone and gentle smile were the same as always.
“Besides, you’d rather have your wishes come true, right? With me.”
Yet her hair, which was usually tied loosely like a margrave’s wife, was now tied in a bun at the top of her head. Her mother, no longer wearing a dress, stood gracefully at the tip of a spire.
“Father is against my marrying His Majesty, after all.”
“You see, about that… We were just at a loss about what we’d do if we had to fight in the future. Nevertheless, wouldn’t Jill be sad if we opposed her marriage? So, we did our best to hide the fact that our family was caught in the middle of this situation. Although, I do think that he and Hades are incompatible at the core.”
“Well, I mean, father likes good-natured people, right?”
Despite her father’s aloof attitude, Jill knew he was fond of Geraldo because of how serious he was. On the other hand, her father probably wouldn’t get along well with Hades, who was only superficially appealing, yet enigmatic and twisted at heart.
“Let’s hope that Hades hasn’t been beaten to pulp by now.”
Her mother glanced over at her. Jill braced herself and smiled fearlessly.
“I’m not worried at all because His Majesty is stronger. Mother, I think you should go help father.”
“Hehe, you’re right. I’ll do so after I’m done with you.”
“Mother, I won’t hold back. I still have the Dragon Princess’ Sacred Relic.”
“…Scary. But do remember this, Dragon Princess.”
Grinning, Charlotte flexed the two whips in her hands.
“The Saber family don’t fear the dragons, Dragon Emperors, or Dragon Princesses.”
***T/N: YOWWWW HER MOM CAN WHIP ME
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