Chapter 613 – [My Summer Vacation]

Time passed and the day came when Shion would make her social debut.

Shion did her dress and makeup and prepared nicely. Although he was not at the level of full makeup that he had when harassing the former priest of the White Church, he boasted the maximum level of beauty as his default form.

“Hmm, I don’t like the long dress.”

“If you want to decorate as much as possible without standing out, you have to do that.”

Shion’s dress had a ribbon that reminded her of a butterfly hanging from her waist. She wore a rather simple summer dress, not the flamboyant rococo-style dress that comes to mind when you think of an aristocratic lady.

Her color scheme is white, so it reminds her of a wedding dress on the one hand. Although, of course, she makes it clear that she is my lover.

“It’s nice to be pretty”

“That’s normal”

I gently held out the back of my hand to Zion. It means she will escort you.

“Well then, shall we go, Lady?”

“It gives me goosebumps when you talk like a lady.

“Sweet, I don’t think it suits you. I wanted to create a fresh date atmosphere for the first time in a while.”

“If you say so, I will accept it.”

Zion lightly holds my hand. I lightly kiss her on the back of the hand and climb into her carriage to attend her party.

There is time on the way, so I review what I have to do for a while. It is to memorize the order of Shion’s debut event.

“It’s only natural that you’ll be the center of attention once you enter, so first of all, immediately after that, announce her debut announcement and her aspirations…”

“If anyone hears it, they’ll know you’re debuting”

“Since I’m not a stranger, it’s like I’m debuting”

The couple said they are one heart!!!!

My work may not be Zion’s work, but the opposite is true. If it’s Zion’s work, I’ll treat it like it’s my own.

“The important thing is the noble ladies of society… You can do that on your own, right?”

“You don’t do this once or twice, and it’s easy to captivate people, especially when it comes to a woman’s heart.”

“How?”

“Give away the cosmetics that I use…”

“If you say cosmetics you use, it’s about lotion.”

“If I lose with facts, it hurts me too”

Shion hates makeup itself. That’s why I don’t do it if I don’t do it……. I don’t do it unless it’s a special day like today or I don’t have work.

It’s no big deal to say that it’s the cosmetics that Shion uses. She goes around saying that UV rays are good for the body, even with sunscreen cream.

“Your Highness, we have arrived.”

“Oh yeah”

The coachman informed them that they had arrived at the party.

The place is the capital’s villa of Marquis Ragnakov. Since he is also an aristocrat with a manor, the manor is separate and is used for business in the capital or for holding social parties like now.

Even though it is a villa, it is actually a mansion. It’s not the level of the imperial palace, but it’s a mansion with a huge party hall, so hundreds of people can be invited.

The purpose of today’s party is basically to promote friendship between the factions, including the first princess. Originally, a party like this happens once in a while, but this time the timing was good.

“Well then, shall we go?”

“Escort please”

I got off the carriage first, took Shion’s hand, and escorted her down.

Oh, by the way, Luminus did not accompany us this time.

There are several reasons. First of all, she is the daughter of the Duke of Bistra (Jin), so she is in a situation close to power, so she cannot recklessly support anyone, so she cannot attend such an overt faction party.

Moreover, I attend with Shion, and when Luminous attends, I become a bridesmaid. Then, in the end, she too gets into gossip… So she decided that neither she nor I should attend.

Having to use your brain in a place like this is such a hassle…

“………..”

“Kuhm”

“……Ah! I’m sorry, please forgive my rudeness.”

“Well, that’s fine. For now, I’ll ask you to guide me to the party.”

The butler of the villa who was in charge of the waitress…… Even so, the middle-aged man, who must have been given a baronial title, looked at Shion’s appearance clearly despite his age, and only came to his senses after I cleared my throat.

Usually, that kind of attitude is rude, but I don’t care about that. It’s not because I saw it with sinister eyes, it’s because I know that it’s simply because Shion is pretty.

This is why it is often said that Zion being pretty is also a sin, but sometimes it seems to be true.

“I will guide you, please follow me”

It’s an opponent who thinks he’s been doing this for at least 20 years, but all humans are the same when they encounter a situation they encounter for the first time.

However, how to handle the aftermath is the difference in age. He straightened up his attitude and started leading us to the party in a familiar manner.

Oh, no introduction needed. If you’re a human of that level, of course you know my face.

Besides, the fact that they received an invitation means that the other side is also predicting my coming… You should know Shion’s name as well.

Soon we arrived at the open door of the party hall. Perhaps it was a self-fantasy, things like snowflakes were falling from the ceiling of the party hall in midsummer, lowering the temperature.

I don’t feel watery compared to my eyes, but it seems that my imagination is correct.

“His Highness Worst Von Frontier, the pillar of the Empire, and his partner, Shion, are eating it!!!!”

Name has changed When I was a prince, they called me the star of the empire, but now I am the pillar of the empire. It seems like it’s like going up to the continental decade.

The eyes of the people at the party gathered in this direction.

Start with my name But after that, Shion’s appearance did everything to do.

As a member of the Continental Ten, the other nobles will of course have no choice but to confirm my existence, and then, of course, my partner, Shion, will also have their eyes on me.

A look of caution or curiosity instantly turns into awe.

The turmoil at the party died in an instant. All the nobles’ voices stopped in an instant, enough to say that they were dead on purpose.

Another angle, another angle.

All that was heard was the sound of Shion’s shoes heading towards the center of the party. Even if her appearance was similar to mine when she was young, her beauty didn’t go anywhere, and aristocratic ladies and children of the same age as me couldn’t hide their excitement whenever Zion passed by.

When we reached the center of the party, I let go of Zion’s hand and let go. From here she had to do it alone, as she practiced.

“This is Xion, who debuted in the social world for the first time today.”

First name only, no last name. Originally, the surname Hanon would be common, but here, people with only surnames are commoners.

It was much easier to just name it than to make a number of cases that would be ignored. If I get married, I will use my last name here anyway.

“First of all, I would like to thank all of you who have gathered here and welcomed me.”

It’s too quiet to call it hospitality, but no one could dispute it.

Because with Zion’s appearance, she would be welcomed regardless of gender.

“I will be listed in the history of the Empire. As one of the companions of His Highness, the 3rd Prince, the pillar of the Empire, I will do my best not to be ashamed of that history.”

Eventually, Shion finished her words concisely.

“May the name of the empire be honored”

When she realized she was finished, the crowd erupted in thunderous applause.

Are you really impressed with Shion’s words, or are you just admiring her looks… It’s the latter at first glance, but let’s move on.

After her successful debut ceremony, Shion approached me and held out her hand. I took her hand lightly and started her dance to her music.

“Did you say you should meet Marquis Ragnakov after dancing?”

“I’m the highest in rank, but he’s the organizer. Oh, people’s eyes are hard. I’m not like this either.”

“What would you do if you had a pretty wife? Are you unhappy with your husband?”

“I wish it was good, it’s not bad”

Saying hello after the dance is a bit much, but originally, this is the basics of socializing. Originally, I would just meet Marquis Ragnakov, but this time it was a debut ceremony, so the procedure was a little different.

A few minutes until one song is over. After that, Shion and I met and greeted the party organizer, Marquis Ragnakov.

“It’s been a while, Marquis Ragnakov.”

“Yes, Your Highness. This is the first time since you went to the academy. Are you having a good life at the academy?”

“Well, that’s okay. But it’s good that you’re having fun.”

“I’m glad you did.”

And as expected, his gaze turned to Zion.

Shion lightly nods her head and greets her. It may sound rude, but this side has its own etiquette.

“This is my companion, Shion.”

“Nice to meet you, Marquis Ragnakov. My name is Shion. I don’t have a last name, so I’d appreciate it if you could call me comfortably.”

She is hidden behind Shion’s appearance, but she has no status by the Empire’s standards. So, since I had to introduce myself and came to this party as my companion, I had to be the subject until I received an official position.

If it were a conversation between a noble lady and her children, I would have to introduce myself in a public setting like this.

“You are very beautiful. At first, I thought only that the goddess had come down to earth.”

“It’s too much praise. Ah, because of that title at the academy, there’s a bit of a problem with the theology department, so please refrain from doing it externally.”

“Heh heh, it’s worth it. Uhm……”

Marquis Ragnakov glanced around with a slight glance.

People’s eyes are focused on this side. According to my senses, the approximate ratio is about 2:2:6 with me, Marquis, and Shion.

Shion’s social debut can be considered very successful. So he sometimes needs to sprinkle groundbait to catch fish.

“There are a lot of people who are interested in Zion-sama. I wonder if she’s pushing a lamb into a pack of wolves…”

“I’m fine. I’ve already made up my mind.”

“Is that so”

I let go of Zion’s hand and decided to act separately. The fact that he said that on purpose meant that he had something to say besides Shion.

“Then see you later”

“Hold tight and come”

All that’s left is me and Marquis Ragnakov. Since all eyes are on Zion and there is no companion, people’s attention will be completely given to Zion.

In other words, it means that it is the perfect timing to share a secret story quietly.

I grabbed a drink and went out to the terrace with him.

“I was wondering what kind of woman he hired for the daughter of Count Bistra……. Her looks are also good looking, but she is a very intelligent woman.”

“You know what?”

“Although I have heard it from Your Majesty, I feel something in your eyes that is difficult for humans to understand.

The fact that Shion is a dragon (Bung) is not known externally.

However, a few high-ranking nobles, including the emperor, seemed to know about it. Um, not bad It’s better than not knowing at all, and much better than being exposed.

As expected, this bastard emperor does a damn good job. Is it because of burying the human heart?

“But what’s the matter?”

“Have you heard the story of the prince faction lately?”

“Ah, you mean spring has come, brother?”

According to my sister, there was a story about this and that with the baron’s daughter.

The possibility of ascending to the emperor is higher if he takes in the daughter of a duke or, at least, a marquis, but he chose the daughter of a baron.

I don’t know if it’s a performance that the lower aristocrats will embrace without discrimination, or if it’s just because I really love them, but I don’t know if it’s been a while since I came back from the academy, but seeing my face yet, I had a feeling that it might be the latter.

“The crown prince’s mistake is a very good opportunity for us.”

“Ah, I understand what you mean roughly.”

“The Margrave of Bistra has no friends with either side because the family itself has been away from the capital for a long time. Besides, it is highly likely that he will remain neutral due to his personality.”

“Do you think I won’t?”

“Your Highness is friendly with the Crown Prince, but aren’t you also friendly with Her Highness, the 1st Princess?”

So it is difficult to choose.

If only one of the two had the qualifications to be emperor, I would have made sure that he was crowned emperor. That’s the least bloody and quickest way.

However, if both of them are qualified… In the end, they have no choice but to prove their abilities.

However, the fact that Marquis Ragnakov tells me this is a story that shows that he is also a nobleman who covets power. Write, the nobility is a family…

I decided to refuse at once. If anyone takes the side here, he will definitely become the emperor, so it’s best for me to remain neutral.

“I will be loyal no matter which of my older brother or sister ascends to the throne. So until then, I intend to remain neutral.”

“Who is the 2nd Prince?”

“He’s different”

I’d rather destroy the empire than see that 2nd prince ascend to the throne.

You are just so fucking screwed up.