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Published at 19th of October 2020 12:17:15 PM
Chapter 82

As soon as he entered the kitchen within the barracks of the Dragon Knights, Hadith’s half-brother suddenly said;

“I’m no longer against it . ”

Having no idea what he meant by that, Hadith started having headache .

Listeard stared bitterly at Hadith’s appearance, but resumed his explanation .

“Your marriage with that child named Jill . I have never acknowledged it before . ”

“Whether you acknowledge it or not, nothing will change . Therefore, there’s no need for it . ”

Towards such a straightforward remark, Listeard put his fingers on the wrinkle between his eyebrows and paused for a moment .

“…I was mistaken . Now, I’ve acknowledged it . ”

Hadith stopped what he was doing and looked at Listeard . To be honest, he didn’t expect that .

“Really? What happened?”

“That child really takes good care of you . To be honest, I’m still shaken—why is the Emperor being taken care by a ten-year-old girl?! …Not to mention, an eight-years-old girl has also appeared…”

“Sounds troublesome, doesn’t it?”

“—and whose fault do you think it is?! …Well, the point is, I’ve acknowledged it . I also need to express my gratitude . ”

“For what?”

“You… you really don’t understand, don’t you!? Not only is your wife from Kratos, she also has no backing! Do you think the court is such a warm place that you can survive just through love?!”

“Surely, Jill will prevail . ”

“Gununu…” The reason why Listeard couldn’t argue anymore was probably because he had witnessed Jill’s strength .

However, he understood Listeard’s anxiety .

When Hadith though he was being asked to be engaged with that goddess girl, he was truly at loss .

Not only had they come that far, she also kept fostering his expectation of her—

—only for her to suddenly cast him aside like that;

At that moment, it even occurred to him that he’d break that fine neck of hers .

It turned out that he was jumping to conclusions . Jill’s true answer was beyond Hadith’s expectations—

—as expected of my wife…!

From inside his mind, an insolent voice could be heard .

“In the end, it’s a good result… however, geez, that Little Miss’ performances really shorten my lifespan…”

“—You’re a god, as if you have lifespan . ”

“Oi, we’re still in a conversation . ”

After a slight piercing sensation, Hadith regained his full consciousness .

Listeard was frowning .

“Whether or not you can talk to Rave, the Dragon God, I don’t care in the slightest . ”

“I also don’t care in the slightest about what you think . ”

“—Listen until I’m finished . I want you to stop cutting off whenever you’re talking to someone—it’s rude to the other person . If the Dragon God wants to get involved in the conversation, please relay it to me properly so I can understand . ”

“…Oh, I see . ”

There seemed to be no objection from Rave, who stayed silent . There was even a sign that Rave was happy for some reason .

Unaware of that, Listeard frowned as he glanced at Hadith from top to bottom .

“I wish you’d behave a little more like an emperor—it’s fine even if only your appearance is emperor-like—yet you failed even that . ”

“As of the present, no one is supposed to know that I’m the emperor . ”

“—Where else would you find an emperor who works as the head chef of the Dragon Knights?! Not to mention, the dragon empress is currently working hard as an apprentice knight… Guh! To think that my great empire has sunk this low!”

Towards Listeard, who lamented alone, Hadith stayed quiet .

For the time being, although it was merely an appearance, an arrangement of cooperation had been established . They still had time before the army was raised .

As a response to Georg’s inquiry, Elynsia had released a statement to gain time . Her statement strongly criticized the fire . Not only that, she had also contacted the lords, whose territories were the future targets of burning, to warn them . She had also raised supplies and troops .

Thus, Hadith’s whereabouts being discovered at that time would be terrible .

However, Listeard strongly opposed the idea of letting Hadith return to that hideout .

A middle ground was reached .

To hide his identity, Hadith decided to work .

It was a golden opportunity because the number of Dragon Knights had just increased, and not only that, the victims of the burned village also needed a place to stay . Thus, Hadith became a chef .

Again, Listeard strongly opposed the idea . However, Jill dubiously claimed—


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“With his cooking skill and good looks, His Majesty might be able to cheat this situation!”

…That was how Hadith became known as a chef who cooked and looked good .

Hadith started from zero—which was to help cook rice, and ascended to the top in an instant . The chef whom had been entrusted with the kitchen of the Dragon Knights for many years suddenly said, “I will leave everything to you, and retire . ” In the blink of an eye, Hadith had become the head chef whom was responsible for the dining room .

While stirring a large pot containing that day’s soup, Hadith let Listeard, who looked bitter, taste the dish .

“It’s delicious, isn’t it?”

“I know .  I’m desperately aware of that! Everyone is excited about today’s lunch menu, isn’t that great!?”

“Then, what are you dissatisfied with?”

“…Nothing . It’s just, I never knew you loved cooking so much . ”

“That’s not really the case—well, I do like cooking . ”

Listeard was prompting him to just tell him the full story . After tasting and covering the pot, Hadith explained .

“If I stay cooped up in a room, Jill might suspect me . ”

“Huh? Of what?”

“Cheating . Jill wouldn’t suspect me of committing adultery if I work here . Besides, there are many eyes . That weak Princess of Kratos also can’t come here . ”

“…I see, but…”

“I don’t want Jill to be anxious, because, you know, the other day, she, she… she got jealous of me…”

“…Drink some water . ”

A fed-up Listeard offered him a cup of water as his heartrate peaked .

 

After taking a sip and a deep breath, Hadith saw Listeard shrugging .

“I understand… well, not that I fully agree with it, but I understand… it’s about time for me to get back to work . ”

Listeard had summoned his own Dragon Knights under the notion of joint training, and he who became in charge of the entire Dragon Knights became busy .

Once the dispute begun in earnest, Listeard would be the vanguard in leading the Dragon Knights .

Suddenly noticing something, Hadith stopped and looked at the lower cabinet .

“Here . ”


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They were cookies he had intended to give to Jill . There were several kinds of them—chocolate chips, nuts, jams, etc… Listeard, whom was offered said cookies, blinked before accepting them .

“I’ll accept them . It’d have been wonderful if my little sister had been present . ”

“I, I see… so she like sweets… but…”

Recalling how terrified that girl once was when she saw him, Hadith shut his mouth .

Immediately opening the bag, Listeard bit the cookie in front of Hadith .

“Frida must’ve been scared . ”

Frida was the name of Listeard’s little sister whom remained in the imperial city . She was about seven-years-old .

“It’s not only you, she’s usually terrified of new people and hides on sight . ”

“I, I see… is that so…”

“Moreover, back then when you first met her, you were with Father, weren’t you? Not only Frida, but the others would also quake in fear at the sight of him . Not to mention, you’re her older brother—there’s no helping that . ”

There’s no helping that—Hadith had always thought so, too .

However, he felt that Listeard’s, ‘there’s no helping that,’ bore different meaning .

Oh, I see… she’s afraid of me—but the reason for her fear isn’t because I’m a monster, but because I’m older than her .

That was why—there’s no helping that .

Those words, which contained no ridicule, went straight to his chest .

 “I see… indeed, there’s no helping it . ”

“Oh, the two of you are here! Hadith, Listeard, there’s good news!”

Even Elynsia made an appearance in the kitchen . Listeard sighed .

“…Never would I’ve though the day would come—the day where the Rave royalties would be having a meeting in a barrack’s kitchen… Explain the situation . ”

“Was this hand-made by Hadith? My, you have something good with you—give me some . ”

“I hadn’t agreed yet, and you’ve already snatched it away, Older Sister…”

“Everyone should have a taste—Hadith, you too . ”

Receiving a piece of his own cookies, Hadith felt weird .


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They were akin to siblings enjoying idle chit-chat with each other…

“What’s the good news?”

“I got in touch with Vissel . ”

That caused a significant reaction to Hadith, who turned around at the mention of his brother’s name . Elynsia nodded meaningfully .

“He’s worried about you . He said that he’s still attempting to convince uncle . If that’s not possible, then at the very least he’ll supply you with information . Listeard, Frida is safe . ”

Having been cConcerned about his little sister’s safety all along, Listeard widened his eyes . His expression, which was always grumpy, turned gentle .

“Is that so… I hope she’s not terrified… what about my mother?”

“Everyone of royalty is safe . However, they’re forbidden from contacting others or going outside . Vissel, too, is being monitored by uncle . He may be able to contact us further, but there’s no forcing it . ”

“After all, if it becomes known he’s in contact with us, he’ll be in deep water . ”

Elynsia nodded to Hadith’s words .

“That’s all . We must keep preparing in secret before settling everything in one go . Vissel’s plan is also similar to that . You two understand what I’m saying, right?”

“I’m against relying on Vissel . ”

Before Hadith could nod, Listeard made his point . He grumpily ate his cookies .

“I dislike Vissel about as much as I dislike Hadith—no, more than Hadith, actually . ”

“You, are you questioning your own crown prince?”

“I approve of his good status… but, still…”

For some reason, Listeard gazed at Hadith before turning away .

“…Well, we’re in an emergency . We should utilize everything in our discretion . ”

“…How good would it be if you can just be straightforward about it . How about you, Hadith, you’re also alright with this, right?”

Hadith nodded, causing Elynsia to laugh and slap his back—it was painful, but not uncomfortable . Hadith still wasn’t accustomed to it .

I wish this moment could last forever…

“I agree . ” Rave nodded .

Hadith was still wary about the Goddess, and at the bottom of his stomach there was always that feeling of unrest—

—despite so, at the moment, he just didn’t want to question anything .

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