"Haha, forget about that. Can you please hold my hand... or do you not want to dance with me?"
It seemed that Liliana didn't just want to dance, but had something to say. Hajime could probably guess what she wanted to say, and just when he was about to refuse because he felt it was too much trouble...
But Yue said "Not good!" and rejected it.
"...You can't embarrass girls in public."
That's right. Yue is actually quite considerate of Liliana, and might even unexpectedly admire her. Furthermore, Kaori and Shizuku are also putting pressure on Hajime.
Hajime smiled wryly and said:
"I understand...it's a pleasure to dance with you, Princess."
"it is good."
Perhaps because he was being watched by everyone, Hajime held Liliana's hand with an attitude of respect that was unimaginable under normal circumstances and led her to the center of the dance floor.
Perhaps it was because Hajime and Yue’s dance just now flashed through his mind, coupled with Liliana’s shy attitude, that Hajime and Liliana attracted a lot of attention.
Incidentally, while Hajime and Liliana were talking just now, Tio had held her hand outstretched and remained fixed in place, but no one even glanced at her.
“You’re actually using this at this time! Master, how well do you know me? Fufu… mmm!”
Although Tio said this with a blushing face, no one else complained.
A gentle melody played, and Liliana and Hajime swayed their bodies gracefully, clinging to each other.
Liliana leaned her face close to Hajime's shoulder and whispered:
"...Thank you for saving me just now."
"So it's about this... I'm surprised you knew it was me."
"That kind of thing, beyond common sense, couldn't possibly belong to anyone other than Mr. Nagumo? And your 'red' is incredibly beautiful... there's no way I could mistake it."
"Is that so? Since the First Prince of the Empire is like that, my rescue of you will only be temporary."
"That's quite decisive... Even so, I'm still happy. I've always admired Kaori's story of being rescued by Nagumo-san."
Liliana said this, pulling her face slightly away from the shoulder she had been standing on, and revealed a cheerful smile, just as she had said. Compared to the smile she had shown earlier when she was beside Bias, it was full of Liliana's inherent charm, causing the surrounding Imperial nobles to murmur.
"Is that why you've let it go, put on this dress, and adopted that attitude?"
"Doesn't it look good?"
"It's beautiful, yes... but that peach dress suits you better. Did you choose the completely opposite dress to piss him off?"
"Yes, for a husband who would rape his fiancée, this is enough. But... you really did see through that spider and saw my tattered clothes. Ah, I can't get married."
Liliana pretended to cry and buried her face in Hajime's shoulder again. Hajime was speechless, as if to say, "What is this guy talking about..."
"You spoke quietly, but don't talk nonsense in a situation like this. By the way, weren't you too close to me earlier? The Crown Prince looks unhappy, don't you?"
"What does it matter? After tonight, I'll be the Crown Princess. At least for now, let me be an ordinary girl. Or are you so unwilling to listen to even the smallest wishful request of a poor princess who will soon be raped and bullied by her lovers?"
"Being raped and bullied by loved ones is a certainty in my future..."
"Confirmed."
At this moment, Liliana hugged Hajime tightly again, hiding her expression, and blurted out:
"...If...if I ask you to save me, what will you do?"
Liliana hadn't originally intended to ask this question.
For the future of the kingdom, it is imperative to enter into a marriage with the prince of the empire.
Both nations were attacked by monsters and demons, suffering heavy losses. After the Holy Church's base was destroyed, in order to reassure the people of the Northern Continent, humanity's unity must be clearly demonstrated.
As a member of the royal family, this was Liliana's duty, even if what awaited her was a difficult marriage life where even her dignity was robbed.
Even so, she still asked this question. Because, in a situation where she couldn't expect anyone to help her, Hajime had saved her, a deeply terrified her; because she saw Yue's expression of happiness in Hajime's embrace. And if it were Hajime, he would definitely refuse. This allowed Liliana to truly make up her mind, perhaps this was also a kind of dependence on Hajime.
However, Hajime's answer was not what Liliana expected.
"As for the outcome, you should be saved before I make a move, right? Depending on the situation, the current empire could end tonight... At least the Crown Prince is probably beyond saving."
"……What?"
——HQ, this is V, S suppression is complete.
——HQ, this is X, location Y suppressed.
Liliana was dumbfounded, and could not help but look up, and began to raise the corners of her mouth and smile.
Seeing Hajime's expression, Liliana had a very bad feeling in her heart.
The previous atmosphere of sorrow completely vanished, and Liliana's cheeks twitched. She thought about the reason for coming to the city, which Hajime had refused to reveal, and the meaningful words and actions of Guanghui and the others.
Hajime put his mouth close to her ear.
"Also, if you're going to act like a spoiled child, be clear. I'm a bit slow, and I might misunderstand you and do something unintentional."
"——!"
Liliana shuddered, perhaps because the sound and breath were so close to her ear, but mainly because she understood the hidden meaning in Hajime's words.
In other words——『I will save you』.
Liliana was overcome with emotion, but the princess part of her was shouting, "No, marriage is her duty." That's why she wanted Hajime to give up her dream of being a girl.
Liliana asked, "Why?", looking at Hajime with tears in her eyes. It was unclear whether her tears were due to the cruel treatment she had received, or perhaps due to joy. Hajime seemed to take it lightly, his answer completely disregarding Liliana's feelings.
"Because if the princess is unhappy, some people will feel sad."
Hajime said as he glanced towards Kaori and the others.
Simply put, Hajime was not doing this for Liliana herself, but because her misfortune would hurt the people Hajime cared about.
After realizing this, Liliana glared at Hajime coldly.
"At a time like this, even if you're lying, you should say it's for me, right? Then I'll definitely fall in love with you, okay?"
"Why would I want you to fall in love with me? Anyway, just know that as long as you remain their important friend, the worst will not happen."
"...Mr. Nanyun is truly devoted. I really envy Miss Yue..."
Liliana looked at Hajime with a slightly resentful expression.
Hajime didn't care at all.
The song finally came to an end, and seeing that Hajime was unmoved, Liliana finally gave up complaining. She took a deep breath, leaned against Hajime, and decided to savor this moment.
After leaving a strong aftertaste, the song ended. Liliana reluctantly pulled away from the body, but refused to let go of the hand she was holding.
He stared at Hajime for a while... and murmured "thank you".
A beautiful smile like a blooming flower appeared on her face.
It was the smile of an ordinary fourteen-year-old girl. It was so pure and flawless that everyone who saw it felt their hearts beat fast, and sounds of admiration could be heard everywhere.
After a brief silence, thunderous applause broke out, no less than the one that had just occurred when Hajime and Yue were dancing.
It seemed that Liliana still had to dance with other nobles, so Hajime parted ways with her on the way and walked back alone, but was greeted with the cold stares of the women.
"That playboy, Hajime-kun..."
“…Mr. Hajime, when did you…? This is really unbearable.”
"Master, my underwear is a little wet from all the play. Can I go change it?"
"It has something to do with the rape you just mentioned... You saved Lily when she was in danger, and that dance just now probably won her heart, right? Hey, what did you whisper in her ear? Lily's going to be a wife? Do you understand? Hey, do you understand, Nagumo-san?"
"Ah wow, Nanyun-san has finally awakened his ability to rob other people's wives... That's abnormal! Your world is too far away from Ling! It's beyond the capacity of Qian's brain."
Although there were some perverted remarks mixed in, Kaori and the others all made it seem like Hajime had attacked Liliana, and Hajime couldn't help but look speechless and said, "What are you talking about?"
All Hajime did was to help out when he saw injustice and dance with her upon her request. Then, because Kaori and the others would care, he told Liliana that he would provide the minimum necessary assistance.
Hajime had absolutely no intention of flirting with her. Even if, by some chance, Liliana developed feelings for Hajime, it was none of his business.
To be on the safe side and avoid being misunderstood, Hajime turned his gaze towards Yue.
“…No problem, I understand.”
Yue replied, holding Hajime's hand.
As expected, Yue was different. Hajime's love for Yue, which had already reached the sky, now rose endlessly. Although Yue's grip on his hand was stronger than usual, it must be an illusion.
——HQ, this is Z, location Z has been suppressed.
——Announce to the entire team, this is HQ, all configurations are ready, and the countdown begins.
Not only Guanghui and the others, but Yue and the others also felt a little nervous.
At this time, Xia closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and opened them after a while.
Seeing the fighting spirit in her eyes, everyone couldn't help but gasp.
"Mr. Hajime, Ms. Yue."
Shia looked around at everyone, not even missing Kaori and the others.
Hajime nodded, a cocky smile on his face.
"From now on, you are the 'daughter of the chief of the Hauriya tribe'. Go."
Hearing Hajime's words, Shia also smiled arrogantly.
"Yes, I'm leaving!"
As soon as she finished speaking, Xia immediately cleared her aura and left the venue without anyone noticing.
Hajime watched her back, then heard the voice of the male emcee.
It looks like Gaharud is going to give a speech next and give another toast.
After Gahalud came onto the stage, he began his speech in a loud voice.
"Thank you all again for coming. We are pleased to welcome Princess Liliana to our country and to celebrate her engagement with my son. It was a truly enjoyable dinner with many surprises."
At this moment, Gaharud looked at Hajime with a peculiar look, and Hajime turned his head and looked away. Seeing Hajime's attitude, Gaharud's expression became even more cheerful.
At the same time, a resolute voice came from Hajime's earrings.
—Announcement to all, this is A1. From now on, centuries of persecution will come to an end. Our names will be remembered in the history of this world as a symbol of terror. We stand at a crossroads of fate, a descent into hell or a journey into the future, all hinges on this battle. Show no mercy! Come and show them the sharpness of even the weakest of minions!
"The banquet has just begun. Tonight, eat hearty meals, drink heartily, dance to your heart's content, and enjoy the dinner. That will be the best blessing for my son and daughter-in-law. Come, raise your glasses."
The leaders of the two races, the Bunnymen and the Humans, gave speeches at the same time.
——Ten, nine, eight…
Only Hajime and his companions and the rabbits roaming everywhere could hear the countdown of fate.
——Boss, thank you for leading us to this battlefield.
The imperial nobles were completely unaware of this.
After confirming that everyone in the venue had raised their glasses, Gaharud also raised his glass filled with red wine and paused.
Then he took a deep breath and led the toast in a domineering voice.
And the same thing happens on the other end of telepathy.
—Burn your fighting spirit! It’s time to go!!!
——“““““““““““Ohh ...
——Four, three, two, one…
The countdown is finally...
"Through this marriage, humanity will be more united! We have nothing to fear! Long live humanity!"
“““““““““““Long live humanity!!”””””””””””
—Zero. I wish you all good luck in your military endeavors.
At this moment——
All lights went out and the venue was shrouded in darkness.
"What!? What happened!?"
“No! What’s going on!?”
In an instant, one of their five senses was taken away, and the imperial nobles panicked, screaming in trembling voices.
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