Crowning My Feral Prince

Just as the kiss was about to deepen, Leone separated his lips first.

 

“Whoa…”

 

“Leone?”

 

“The order is wrong.”

 

“What? Firecracker? Is there such a thing as an explosion order? Should I go and deliver it again?”

 

“No.”

 

Leone burst out laughing at her question. He stroked her cheek. There were still fantastically beautiful fireworks blooming to the side.

 

“Trixie, I have something to ask.”

 

“Huh.”

 

“If I organize everything, if I succeed in getting rid of everything that has been causing you pain.”

 

“Huh?”

 

“Will you marry me then?”

 

She thought that time had stopped. Leone carefully put his hand under her jacket and pulled out a small box. As soon as she saw it, she knew what it was. When he opened the box, she saw a ring. Large jewels were shining in the elegant design. A ring was placed on the fourth finger of her left hand, which was placed on his large hand. It was surprising that the size was just right. She thought it wouldn’t be surprising since Leone had asked her if she wanted to marry him and they had talked about it before, but receiving a proper proposal was more daunting than she imagined.

 

‘Thank you. I’m happy.’

 

Once again, it felt like a miracle that Leone truly wanted to share and bind me with the promise of eternity. It was a miracle that could never be experienced again in the world. The person she loved had the same heart as her. The hope was that they belong to each other.

 

Piyuuuung. Pop.

 

In a moment of silence, the flame rose up with a strange sound. It occurred to her too late that she had to answer.

 

“Haha, those firecrackers sound really funny.”

 

“I know.”

 

“Okay, Leone. Marriage, yes. I want to do it.”

 

“…thank god.”

 

Leone took a deep breath as if relieved and kissed the back of her hand.

 

“I told you this before. Even if to be next to Leone I needed to become the Empress, I would have been prepared to endure it no matter what.”

 

“Then should we not abandon the throne?”

 

“No? I like your plan. The nobles of this country are so mean. Oh, while we’re at it, let’s also reform religion a bit.”

 

“Good idea. It’s a gift for Trixie, so I’ll give it a try.”

 

“Ah, and! Don’t make me wait too long. I don’t want to get married when I’m too old.”

 

“Okay. I will definitely try to do it quickly.”

 

After chattering playfully, they kissed again. This time the kiss lasted long. The flames engulf the darkness until it explodes and spits it out again. The sky was once again immersed in darkness, and the only light coming from the ivory palace was the only thing. Since it was a light from the ground, it did not reach us at the top of the tall tower. In the darkness, Leone and she longed for each other, who was at our fingertips.

 

“…Phew.”

 

They hugged for a long time even after they finished kissing. She was grateful to be with him again. When she thought that he helped her through all the difficult times, she even thought that things might be okay now.

 

“Trixie.”

 

She surrendered herself to his hot body temperature and felt waves of emotion surging over her. I+She liked the sound of his voice calling her. The affectionate pronunciation, the love that seemed to be calmly embedded and clearly visible. She thought that if this was love, she might have to find time to breathe every time. As his heart pounded like this, his breathing became difficult. It was really strange. She didn’t hate it even though it felt like she was suffocating like she was sinking underwater. The place where she was immersed was not in the water, but by Leone’s side.

 

“Yes, Leone- ugh!”

 

As she was thinking and feeling that way, Leone’s lips suddenly touched the side of her neck. Without realizing it, she pulled her body back.

 

“What are you doing, master?”

 

Leone didn’t pull her back, but he held her hand tightly. Was it because her eyes have become accustomed to the dark? Was the moonlight bright? Leone’s eyes, reflecting the light, were especially bright. Eyes that look somewhat earnest and sad, like an abandoned puppy, and pure eyes that only she knew… Exactly. Those eyes that filled her heart with lust and made her feel like she was going to become a beast.

 

“Leone. you… you! You did it on purpose.”

 

She was embarrassed that her instincts kept reacting to those eyes, so she pointed at Leone. Leone opened his innocent eyes again and tilted his head.

 

“Huh? What?”

 

“Such, those kind of eyes!”

 

“What… eye?”

 

His face seemed like he really didn’t know.

 

But even for a moment. Leone’s expression, who was watching her in confusion without change, gradually cracked, and he immediately burst into laughter.

 

“You! Right! Uh! It was just acting all this time!”

 

“Hmm… that is. Trixie’s expression gets strange when she says I am her master. I guess I should say that my eyes are burning a little.”

 

“master? No, that title – that’s not the problem…”

 

The title ‘master’ had no impact whatsoever. No, she thought it’s kind of good. Still, it didn’t shake her heart this much. Leone was mistaken. So did that mean she really had strange feelings for the girl who looked at her with innocent eyes?

 

“Am I the only one who is strange?”

 

“Trixie?”

 

“You, that, calling names, and making facial expressions like that are prohibited.”

 

“Expression…?”

 

“I don’t know, come here.”

 

She pulled Leone towards her.

 

“You are the one who started the fire, so you solve it.”

 

“That’s good.”

 

Leone chuckled and hugged her again. They talked playfully and hugged each other for a while, then kissed again and confessed their love. Even after going down to the ivory palace and entering the room because the wind was cold. After that, all night long.

 

* * *

 

“Eww… eww.”

 

Her whole body hurt. She woke up, but she couldn’t open her eyes properly, and she made strange groaning noises and wriggled around like she was about to die.

 

“Woke up?”

 

Her favorite voice came from next to the bed. The corners of his mouth went up arbitrarily.

 

“Leone…”

 

“Ugh, Trixie.”

 

Normally, he would speak in an elegant and firm manner, as he had learned, but she really liked how he went out of his way to lengthen his speech to suit her. The bed shook once. Leone, sitting on the bed, stretched out his hand and played with her hair.

 

“What time is it…?”

 

“It’s lunch time. Are not you hungry?”

 

“Eh… I slept for a really long time.”

 

“You slept late.”

 

“…that’s right. Because of you.”

 

She grumbled and answered. It was because of shame.

 

“How can the prince, who is usually so elegant, be like that at night… I thought it was some kind of wild animal.”

 

“My nickname is Beast Prince.”

 

“Okay. You… you. You’re a beast, you. It’s a wolf. You…”

 

“I know.”

 

From her waist to her legs, there was no pain anywhere. Leone smiled and sprawled out on the bed. She barely managed to open her eyes properly. Her whole body felt heavy because of fatigue. She thought it would be okay to take a break just for today.

 

“Leone, when did you wake up?”

 

“About three hours ago.”

 

“You barely slept. Oh my. You must be tired.”

 

“Not at all.”

 

“You must be because you’re young. Anyway, it’s sturdy… Then what have you done so far?”

 

“I sent a letter to Marquis Levi. I don’t think so, but I’m a little worried that he might change his mind and go north.”

 

Leone was smiling again as he told the story of Marquis Levi. A hint of fun arose.

 

“Leone. Do you like Marquis Levi that much? I’m about to get jealous.”

 

“Uh? No, Trixie. That’s not it.”

 

Leone jumped up and came closer to her. Leone was still beautiful even though he was dressed much more comfortably than usual. As she got closer to him and his face, she remembered that her appearance must have been a mess. She hastily covered her face.

 

“Not really, Trixie. I was just satisfied because I thought that if I could get the Marquis to my side, everything would go faster. Because he has strong northern influence. The nobles there will most likely follow whatever the Marquis tells them to do.”

 

Leone, who must have interpreted her actions, continued to make excuses in a sullen voice.

 

‘This is kind of cute…’

 

She glanced at Leone, then turned to his side, got out of bed, and stood up.

 

“I’m a mess right now, so let’s take a shower and come out and talk.”

 

“Huh? You’re just pretty.”

 

“Hehe, liar! I know it’s not.”

 

She cleared her throat to stop herself from laughing and headed to the bathroom attached to her room. What she saw in the bathroom mirror was more spectacular than she thought. A swollen face, red and swollen eyes from crying all night… 

 

“Huh.”

 

When she looked at the corners of her eyes, the night came to mind. It was like that. Because of the strong feeling, her emotions were heightened without her knowing…

 

“Liar, liar.”

 

Her face heated up. She took her eyes off the mirror and headed straight to the bathtub. She didn’t know if someone had ordered it, or the maids had a good sense of humor, but the bath water was ready. It felt good to soak in hot water, so the bath time took longer than she expected.

 

“Leone. It took too long. Sorry.”

 

She apologized in a timid voice as she walked back into the room from the bathroom. There was no answer back.

 

“Leone?”

 

Leone was lying quietly on the bed, asleep. He was pretty tired after sleeping so little. She crept closer to him. How could he sleep so calmly with his eyes and mouth tightly closed? When everyone sleeps, they become disarmed and look ugly. As she looked at him, she remembered old times and placed her hand on his chest. Because he was wearing a thin shirt, she could feel the skin on his bare chest.

 

Thump, pound, pound.

 

Leone’s heart was beating at a steady pace.

 

“You don’t seem anxious anymore… thank god.”

 

She stroked his hair. As always.

 

“…I thought you were flirting. Were you treating me like a puppy?”

 

She was surprised. Leone, who she thought was asleep, held her hand and spoke in a hushed voice. It felt strangely sexy.

 

“Heh, heh. You weren’t asleep.”

 

“I did doze off. I woke up as soon as Trixie came out.”

 

“Did I come out that loud? Sorry. Leone’s hearing is good.”

 

“When Trixie gets even a little closer, my body reacts on its own.”

 

Leone let go of her wrist and this time played with her hair. It tickled her so she started avoiding it.

 

“Lord Leoneeeee!”

 

And of course, a voice was heard that shattered the peace.

 

“It’s a succession ceremony in the winter! What is this story?”

 

She heard Adler running. She jumped up.

 

“The succession ceremony… I guess it’s decided, Leone.”

 

“I know. His Majesty the Emperor is quick to make decisions.”

 

Leone looked at her and grinned. He had a confident face. In an instant, all her worries were washed away. He was truly a trustworthy person.

 

* * *

 

Since the succession to the throne was earlier than expected, the entire empire was naturally shaken. She was standing looking at Leone in his uniform. The maids and costume team who were busy waiting on him had all left, leaving the room empty. Adler was also standing outside guarding the succession ceremony, so right now it was just me and Leone. 

From fall to winter, time passed very quickly. The day would come when Leone wears a golden crown. She felt strange. It’s similar to the moment she was thrilled when she saw Leone dressed up during the prince’s welcoming ceremony, but it’s a deeper feeling.

 

“…Don’t you become greedy when you sit on the throne, Leone? It’s the best place in the world. The Emperor.”

 

She felt like she was becoming more and more emotional, so she joked with Leone. He looked at her and thought with a serious look on his face.

 

“Is that so?”

 

“Oh. I guess you’re really greedy.”

 

“Haha. No. Hmm. If the throne means the best position in the world… My throne.”

 

Leone took a step towards her and took her hand. Then he bent down and kissed the back of her hand.

 

“Just the seat next to Trixie.”

 

Soft laughter, warm body temperature… She really liked Leone so much. She also took his hand and kissed the back of it.

 

“Thank god, your majesty.”

 

They laughed together.

 

The succession ceremony was not long, but the memories of that day remained in her mind for a long time. The moment when Leone, dressed in livery, stood in front of the Emperor and received the golden crown. The moment when fanfare rang out along with the pollen. Leone became Emperor.

 

And the entire time he was speaking while standing on a high platform, he was looking only at her. Even after the ceremony was over, he came straight back to her. No status, no jewels, everything was meaningless. As if he could only be complete by her side.

 

<Crowning my Feral Prince> End

 

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Translator Note:

This was the last chapter of this novel. I hope you liked it ^^
There are still 7 more chapters (extras) so don’t go yet 😉