Crowning My Feral Prince

“Next?”

“This is Count Petrin and his second daughter Lelisha.”

“Okay.”

Leone let out a deep sigh. Adler and she also looked at him with a worried face. Fortunately, the letter classification work was completed in one day. Among them, people who seemed friendly to Adler, people whom Leone was curious about after hearing the explanation, and people whose letters were written with sincerity were selected and allowed to have an audience. Others have too many schedules, so they had to send a rejection reply to call back later. Fortunately, this time Leone didn’t have to write it himself, and Adler’s designated attendants and maids wrote it down.

Like that, it was the third day that the schedule of hell had begun. In fact, originally, this schedule should have been completed as soon as Leone arrived in the capital, Maneun. The Emperor was hiding the prince so much that everyone couldn’t find Leone because they were paying attention to the Archduke. But wasn’t the welcome ceremony over? Those who were finally allowed an audience came running to the imperial castle. There were a lot of people waiting, so they had to set up a salon in a large room in the imperial palace. It was a good thing for them because they could get a lot of information while chatting and talking among themselves.

Adler deliberately sat Benjamin, whose face was not much exposed, and had him listen to the people talking. He himself used to come and go when he had time. The nobles gave Leone gifts, greeted him, and told him the best stories possible. Among them, half of the people were judged to have come to see the prince, or were anxious to seek the position of the concubine to raise their status. Leone selected only those who had good influence among those people and continued the conversation as friendly and smooth as possible. He promised later and gave subtle pressure… So, he stamped his face. How tired would that be? He didn’t like people in the first place…

Every time countless young ladies came to see him and blushed, her insides boiled for no reason, but the reason it quickly subsided was because she was worried about Leone.

“Glory to the prince! Hey Petrin, meet Your Highness!”

Count Petrin had a good reputation in society, was wealthy because of his excellent business skills, and was a famous person in many ways, with the entire count family boasting of their outstanding appearance. He was the most important person for them today. He was a guy with legs all over the place, so if we made it on their side, he would naturally have a lot to follow. But he was a pretty puzzling person. This person was not one who actively attached to the Archduke, and he did not take care of the imperial family separately. It was truly a force that was neither one nor the other. Well, the capital was overflowing with people like that. People who didn’t want to get into a fight. So, well, there was nothing strange about that.

“I heard that you are very busy, but even in the middle of it, you allow me to have an audience, so it is a blessing for the family. I am truly thrilled.”

Besides, weren’t they pretty friendly now? But… His second daughter, Lerisha, who had been seated next to her, was a little worried. Count Petrin’s letter was a bit ambiguous. Most of the letters that came at first contained a thank-you note in No. 1 and a request for an audience in No. 2. When asked if she could bring Lerry Shah, there was only one sentence at the end of her question. It seems like nothing. It was difficult to guess his intentions.

“Hold your head, Count. It doesn’t have to be that rigid. Rather, I am just grateful that you found me after I had been absent from the capital for five years.”

Leone spoke kind words in a voice that was barely raised. He was a little more careful than with the other nobles so far, but even she, standing behind Leone, felt that he was not very impressed by this situation. It was like this all three days. Despite this modesty, the aristocrats sitting in front of him were all moved, and all she thought was ‘Leone must be really tired’. Although he was normally expressionless, he has been like a real machine for the past three days. A robot that spit out lines as they were typed.

“Oh, hello, majesty. This is Larisha Petrin. Her father forced her to follow him. Thank you for granting my sudden audience request!”

Lerisha waited for her father and Leone to cut off their greetings before opening her mouth. Accurate pronunciation and a clear voice that seemed to be scattered transparently. Her clean white skin, red lips, and dark brown hair and eyes were an unusual color, but it felt dazzling for no reason. She saw her today, she was more beautiful than anyone else. She was a beauty that would make anyone turn around when she passed by. While she attended the welcome ceremony, she saw many beautiful women, but this was the first time she was this beautiful.

“It’s nothing – don’t be like that. Nice to meet you young lady.”

Even though Leone’s voice was equally hard, it sounded strangely friendly.

“Thank you, majesty.”

Lelisha was showing a very confident attitude. Quite peculiar. To be honest, since the Emperor was in such a state, there were not many guests who came to the imperial castle for a long time. Most of the young nobles had no experience of being in an audience with the imperial family, and the young ladies who came with their fathers were terrified of anything Leone said or blushed so they couldn’t answer properly. But Larisha wasn’t like that. Her intelligence in her clear eyes stood out.

“My father was very worried,” she said. “I used too much… It makes me feel very comfortable when you say that. I went home and was less worried about getting scolded by my father.”

“No, he…”

“Haha. It’s a joke.”

“Right.”

“Ah, if you were offended, I apologize for being rude.”

“No. It’s nice to see the Count and the young lady willing. If you have a good relationship with your family, there is no greater blessing than that.”

“Thank you. Your Highness is really kind.”

And then. In contrast to her other young ladies, Lerisha, who was not intimidated, seemed to shine even more. She was a woman who was so confident and maintained her graceful demeanor no matter where she was. Her smile was so nice.

‘He is going to fall in love with this…’

As she stared blankly at the beauty, she became curious. She was so beautiful that she could light up the room. What was Leone thinking? Leone never once said that she was pretty even when she was dressed up. Of course, since he was a wolf, he wouldn’t be conscious of beauty, but…

‘Haven’t he learned what it means to be pretty now?’

“Is that true?!”

She was startled by a loud noise. She was lost in her thoughts for a moment, unable to keep up with the conversation.

“There is no reason not to attend the Countess’s birthday banquet.”

She seemed to have invited him to a banquet. Since he’s the most important person today, Leone seems to have accepted it.

“My wife will be very happy. thank you majesty.”

Really, it seemed friendly. She was increasingly labyrinthine. Count Petrin brought his daughter and didn’t even mention the position of the imperial consort.

“I only ask you one thing.”

“Yes, Your Highness.”

“The count, what kind of young lady do you think would suit the position of the princess?”

Was it the same idea as me? From the question Leone asked, she could feel the intention of taking them out.

“Yes…? That’s right, Your Highness should do it with someone you care about. The world sees legitimacy and status, but in fact, when I married Teresa, I tend not to consider those things.”

There was sincerity on his face as she answered with a shy smile. To the extent that the question asked was meaningless.

“Then. Lady, why did you come here today?”

“Yes… yes?”

“Majesty…?”

Lerisha, who had never been taken aback before, widened her eyes in surprise. The count also showed a puzzled expression.

“Usually there is a purpose when bringing a daughter, but you guys haven’t said a word about the position of the princess.”

“…ah. My, God!”

Lerisha raised her voice as if she knew. It was a rude move, so the Count stabbed Lelisha quietly. Leone didn’t reprimand.

“That’s why… little… I am ashamed.”

Lelisha’s ears burned bright red. She had a shy side they had never seen before. That look itself was the reason.

‘Hey, you like Leone.’

Lerisha, who was shy and at a loss for words, was so lovely that anyone could fall in love with her at first sight.

“Majesty. I understand very well why you asked. My daughter seems shy, so may I answer for you?”

“…okay.”

Correspondingly, Leone’s answer was one beat late. She was behind him, so she couldn’t tell where his eyes were headed. But that late reply really bothered her.

“My daughter’s accompany was really just that child’s request. Rather, I told her not to come. I don’t know what that child’s personal heart is like. However, I would like to make it clear that we, Count Petrin, are not greedy for the position of princess.”

“Then… ask for purpose Why did you decide to come to me and be friendly?”

“Majesty. Our family’s success in business is not only thanks to status and wealth.”

The Count grinned.

“We think we can see the future pretty accurately. I think His Highness’s future is very bright.”

That one word explained all the intentions.

“Thank you.”

Leone let out a satisfied voice. Count Petrin and Lerisha continued to talk about this and that with Leone after that, and left behind a large box, saying it was a gift recently brought from abroad.

“…Whoa. Let’s wait a little longer next time.”

Leone leaned deeply into the back of his chair, looking very tired. She walked over and put her hand on his shoulder.

“Are you very tired?”

“Huh. Poisonous, a lot.”

“I’ll rub your shoulders.”

When she kneaded it, nothing came together. Leone’s flexible, well-knit muscles were still strong. Leone did not refuse and entrusted himself to her touch. Every time he inhaled and exhaled, his body shuddered.

“…Are you particularly tired?”

She hesitated and opened her mouth. The question lingered in her mouth. It was the first time in three days that he said he was particularly tired. If he was usually toxic tired, did that mean he had put a lot of thought into it? The last conversation he had with the count just now was insignificant compared to other nobles before him. But, why was he so tired? Why? Was there any other reason to care? If… if…

“Because of Lady Lerisha?”

“Huh?”

“Since she is very beautiful and has a good personality, you might have lost your eyes. I might have been bothered…”

“…Trixie?”

And words popped out of the flood of thoughts. She was surprised too.

“Ah oh. Uh! That… Because you’re toxic tired. T-But when I think about the differences, I think only that young lady was a bit unique… haha. I make weird noises right?”

The longer the talk, the more embarrassing it was. She was jealous and upset, but it was so embarrassing to be anxious to show off while knowing that the other person didn’t have feelings for her. She felt like she wanted to turn back time and cancel her words.

“Trixie.”

Leone, who had been leaning on a chair and leaning on her hand, tilted his head back and looked up at her standing behind him. His eyes were so bright that it was difficult to see him. She let go of his hand and tried to take a step back. But somehow, Leone grabbed her hand.

“Trixie.”

He called her softly. A slightly hushed voice. The slightly bloodshot eyes and tired face added a strange sexiness to her. A languid yet deadly feeling… She guessed…

“Trixie, do you care about that young lady? Do you think I cared?”

“Yes?”

“Is that it? Jealousy, is it?”

Leone asked with a serious face. With an expression that seems to be nervous somewhere…

‘…why?’

She couldn’t help but panic.

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