What Happens When The Second Male Lead Powers Up [EN]: Chapter 202

Purple Tulip (9)

So, the Crown Prince left this invitation last night.

“I guess this means it’s okay for me to go?”

-Kureut

Perry, who was playing with a ball under the table, replied.

No matter how I thought about it, that seemed to be the meaning.

I was well aware that the Imperial Family screened my mail first.

Most of it was delivered to the Juliette Palace, but anything problematic was immediately filtered out.

So, the fact that Romero himself delivered this was a very positive sign. Was he feeling a bit better?

…He said he wouldn’t avoid me anymore, and he apologized when he was in ‘Saydee’ form, so does that count as an apology too?

“Ugh.”

I covered my forehead and groaned at the wave of embarrassment.

I couldn’t handle Crown Prince Cedric when he was younger.

Of course, it was my fault, and it would only be hard on him if he was sick, so he probably didn’t come in his worst condition on purpose, but….

-Slap!

I lightly slapped my cheek and became serious.

“Let’s focus on the present, Ye-seo.”

Isn’t that what our protagonist would say?

I pulled myself together and looked at the card sent by the Baron and Baroness again.

Not long after I possessed this body, I was attacked by twin assassins from the Divine Kingdom disguised as servants.

Werner, the Royal Consort, had brainwashed thirteen-year-old children and used them as assassins.

The two had murdered the children who were originally supposed to enter the palace in order to infiltrate Juliette, and the victims were Renault and Stebe Berang, the twins from the Berang family.

Afterward, I sent some money to the barony to help with the funeral expenses.

After learning that the couple was using the money to build an orphanage and a canal, I had been anonymously donating to them.

And yet.

‘A letter dedicated to the noble God of the Divine Kingdom, Prince Ye-seo Fenetian.’

‘Our humble land is too poor and shabby to dare to accommodate such a noble person. However, a small celebration has occurred in the territory, and we are embarrassed to extend an invitation to Your Highness.’

‘The orphanage, which broke ground with the help of the Prince, will hold a small opening ceremony on December 19th. Rumors have spread to this remote area that the Prince is busy helping His Majesty the Crown Prince and his friends….’

‘If a royal priest born with divine blood would grace us with his presence, it would be an unparalleled blessing and comfort to the children.’

…I didn’t expect them to want to see me first.

“I must go.”

-Auk

I said to myself. Tete, who was lying on a soft cushion, agreed.

I stroked the round head of the creature.

Since receiving the Marquis title, access to the Imperial Palace has been relatively free (except when I briefly lost my power), so if I just inform the adults in advance, a trip to the south should be possible.

The southern end of the Empire was even further than the Dium Marquisate. I wish we could all go together.

“Then this is what’s left.”

-Bbi

Dduk-sim, who flew in like a cannonball, stood next to the plate and introduced the next corner.

It was the Crown Prince who left it with the card….

“The Three Sacred Treasures of the Holy Stone Orb.”

-Bbippo!

The wren chirped loudly as if it were the correct answer.

I carefully observed the three spheres shining in blue, red, and white.

This was definitely when I couldn’t emit Ether [magical energy] and was trapped….

‘Did you figure out the secret to stabilizing the Holy Stone while I was collapsed?’

‘You’re not wrong.’

I had sneaked into Romero late at night to talk to the Crown Prince and witnessed those things.

The three orbs, each containing the power of Christel, the Crown Prince, and Sir Johann, were naturally powerful weapons.

During the war era, the Divine Kingdom loaded Holy Stones injected with special Ether into catapults and threw them, they said.

In short, this was a hand grenade experimentally produced by the Imperial Family.

The catch was that there was no safety pin.

Anyway, why would he give me something that would be a crime to take outside?

“…It must be for self-defense. I’m not a combat priest like Martier.”

Recently, I was careless and almost got kidnapped after following a stranger.

I tried to rationalize the situation.

However, just because I could understand it didn’t mean the surprise disappeared.

One way or another, I was a hostage of the Imperial Palace, so I had never had anything that could be used as a weapon.

I couldn’t even keep cutlery or a paper knife in my room, let alone a bomb.

I was grateful, but I wondered if he trusted me too much. Did he get permission from my mother and godmother?

-Kkiing

Breaking out of my thoughts, Demi began to climb up the chair leg.

The lesser panda showed great curiosity in the Holy Stone Orb that day as well.

I supported the panda’s bottom to help it climb.

Then, I opened the bag that Ganael had given me as a gift a while ago.

The boy had made it himself after seeing me carry around a notebook, a crystal bell, and even the kids’ snacks.

In any case, it wasn’t bad to have a protective charm. I’m a survivalist.

From now on, I should carry it around with me.

“Bell, notebook, badge, snacks, the Three Sacred Treasures….”

And another notebook. I carefully picked up the old diary.

Demi put his face in the bag and peeked around.

It was a memento of Forme and Henriette.

I thought this was one of the pieces of evidence in the Madame Victoire case.

So I thought the Imperial Family would take it away, but no one asked for it.

The fact that the two criminals were already dead and that all the victim nobles were caught exploiting the people was effective.

As a result, the Count Andreji’s diamond necklace went into the national treasury, but the diary remained with me.

I decided to keep it safe.

-Knock knock

At that moment, Ganael and Benjamin came into the dining room pulling a large cart.

I quickly closed the bag and hung it on the back of the chair.

“Your Highness, a simple brunch is served! Scrambled eggs with truffle oil, three freshly baked michettes [small, crusty rolls] with fig jam, a salad with fresh goat cheese, kidney bean potage [thick soup], and a lot of meat!”

The boy spread his arms and sparkled his golden eyes. I couldn’t help but laugh.

Today was Tuesday, so there was no lecture from my teacher, and only Holy Knight class in the afternoon.

But the latter was also canceled after all.

The indoor training hall was being repaired again due to the Crown Prince and Sir Johann’s sparring, and winter rain was falling outside.

Pieces of ice tangled in raindrops slid across the windowpane. It must be cold.

-Swish….

-Crackle, patter patter….

The sound of rain and the sound of burning firewood filled the room in harmony.

It was dark outside, but Juliette Palace was bright and bustling.

I sat by the fireplace with a smile on my face.

“It’s my turn!”

Eva, who came to play after a long time, held the mallet bravely and walked to her place.

‘Little Duke, show us your skills!’ Juliette’s servants gathered together to cheer for the child.

Romero Palace servants were cheering for the Crown Prince’s team.

The croquet room, hastily made from an empty lounge, was packed.

The area was noisy with game participants, visiting servants and soldiers, snack carriers, and those who made bets.

“I’m going to hit Sir Johann’s ball.”

“How scary. Please let me off easy, Little Duke.”

The Holy Knight drooped his eyebrows. The hall was heated with the enthusiasm of the 3-on-3 croquet match.

Christel, Sir Johann, and Sant were on one team, and the Crown Prince, Eva, and Lady Elizabeth were on the other.

There weren’t enough people, so I decided to be a spare.

It would have been possible to have 4-on-4 if François Dium Marquis was here, but it was much more fun to watch my friends than to hit the ball.

-Kkiiii

“Demi, come here. That’s a ball you can’t play with.”

I held Demi, who was trying to run to the middle of the field.

The lesser panda whined, waving its front paws. Oh, my lady. I’m sorry.

“Let’s play with Hyung [older brother] later at night. Shall we try the purple tulip again?”

-Kkieong

“…Didn’t you just say you didn’t like it?”

I chuckled. The other two were also indifferent.

After several experiments, the earth-attribute divine creatures were unable to sprout purple tulips and sun halo grass.

I don’t know if it’s impossible or shouldn’t be done, but that was the case.

The two plants seemed to be the miracle of the main god.

“Wow! The Little Duke did it!”

Suddenly, cheers erupted. I was startled and raised my head.

“Blanquer! Blanquer! Blanquer!”

Eva really succeeded in hitting Sir Johann’s ball, and she got an additional chance to interfere with his path.

I applauded enthusiastically!

“This is troublesome.”

“Don’t pretend to be weak, Sir Haines. I can see your tail.”

The Little Duke pursed his lips and said primly.

He was happy to succeed, but he seemed to be trying to look mature in front of Sir Johann.

While Herrit’s father was smiling, Sant grabbed the mallet tightly and stepped forward with a nervous look.

When Christel shouted, ‘Priest, kill them all!’, Ganael and Pierre followed, ‘Kill them all!’

I shouldn’t raise the kids as hooligans….

-Bbi

Dduk-sim pecked at the notebook on the table.

It seemed like a reminder to watch the game moderately and organize this first.

I chuckled and stroked the creature’s back with my finger.

“Okay. I’ll focus and finish it quickly.”

-Bbi

Then, I looked down at the traces of the quill.

∙ (Probably) Prophecies that looked outside the original work

– Fortune Teller Granny → Missing

ㄱ. Me: Not from this place

ㄴ. Christel: Good impression, clear energy, close to the center of the world

ㄷ. Crown Prince: Will lose a relationship again

– Modest Bakari → Amnesia

ㄱ. Shadow of death

ㄴ. Odor of conspiracy

ㄷ. Suffering of one person

A few days ago.

Lady Elizabeth told me about the recent whereabouts of the fortune teller granny, and I pondered about the existence that was trying to convey these prophecies to us.

I wondered who it was and why they were showing the revelations. Again, there was only one conclusion.

‘That doesn’t matter.’

Just like I still don’t know who possessed me with the Wish-Granting Grail, the subject of the prophecy was likely to be in a place I couldn’t reach.

Then the important thing was ‘now’.

Not the one who shows the future that may come true, but its content.

“But Bakari’s prophecy…. It feels vague. You’ve been quiet since you came back from the duchy.”

-Bbibbi?

Dduk-sim tilted its head as if to say, ‘What about me?’

It was a divine creature that used to come into my dreams and tell all sorts of scary stories when I went to Blanquer Territory.

The main god had something prepared for me, and ‘You are in danger’.

So I was nervous after hearing Bakari’s words, but it was quiet all along.

“How are you going to take responsibility for this situation, huh? Jeong Dduk-sim.”

I whispered and tickled the creature’s belly with the quill.

Dduk-sim ran away with its short legs.

I was grinning because it was cute, and I made eye contact with the Crown Prince, who was holding the mallet.

“….”

The fact that Christel received a revelation that she was close to the center of the world must be because she was the protagonist.

It was also a fact that I didn’t belong here.

However, Bakari’s vague prophecy and the words that the Crown Prince would lose a relationship had not yet come true.

To lose a relationship ‘again’ means that there was someone he lost before.

Could it mean his father, Royal Consort Alexandre? If so, who will he miss in the future?

Of course, that should never happen, but I had to prepare just in case.

If he was a major figure enough to have a prophecy made for him….

“Let’s go break some heads with the mallet!”

“Let’s go!”

“Lady Christel, I don’t know what a head is, but you shouldn’t break it with a mallet.”

Just then, David approached the Crown Prince and said.

I took the notebook and subtly pricked up my ears. The divine creatures and Dduk-sim also stretched their necks.

“The news is that the founding ceremony of the Imperial Capital Defense Academy has been confirmed for December 19th. Therefore, I will organize the schedule for the three days before and after.”

Ah.

“Then I guess I can’t go.”

I muttered.

The Berang Baron and Baroness’s orphanage opening ceremony was on the same day.

I was going to ask formally anyway, but even the opportunity disappeared.

I was the Crown Prince’s priest partner, so following his schedule was a priority.

…I wanted to go. I wanted to say hello to the children’s parents.

“I’ll be in Berang Barony until the morning of the 18th, so coordinate accordingly.”

Huh?

I raised my head sharply. Orange eyes were silently watching me.

My mouth opened at the thought.

“Your Highness, are you going to the south? This is the first I’ve heard of it.”