YLTESCIA: A Reincarnator's Tale in the Lands of Merusia (2)

Chapter 249: Sweet, Sleeping Faces

"Mother, Elder Sister, Elder Sister Elaine, see you next time～!" ［Eliza］

"Everyone, take care of yourselves, alright? And Elise, make sure to watch over your mother. You know how she can be sometimes." ［Fritz］

"Hey! What's that supposed to mean, Dear?!" ［Eleanora］

"Hmm... I'll tell you next time... Maybe..." ［Fritz］

A few goodbye hugs and kisses later, and it was finally time for them to say their farewells. As Fritz and Eliza waved their hands goodbye, they stepped foot into the light, soon disappearing into thin air.

Time passed some more and it was finally time for the Royal Capital folks to head home as well. First to go was Elaine, next were Eleanora and Elise, then Amelia, and finally, there was the Royal Family who wanted to savor the wonderful view as much as they could.

As soon as they arrived at the Royal Castle, everyone quickly scattered to their rooms after saying their goodbyes. Both the young princesses escorted to their rooms to finally have their rest, leaving only the King to chat with the two.

"That was quite the fun experience, you two. If you're planning on holding one again anytime soon, you are always welcome to invite us." ［Ernes］

"Fufufu! Maybe next time, Your Majesty." ［Yuna］

"Yeah, but... We're not sure His Honor will allow it..." ［Grey］

"And who said we'll tell him? This will be a secret between the three of us. Anderson will not hear a thing." ［Ernes］

"Hear what exactly. Your Majesty?" ［Anderson］

It was all too sudden. Before the King even noticed, the Prime Minister had already grabbed ahold of his shoulder, wearing a dark expression on his face. His lips were smiling, but his smiles weren't. A smile of ominous foreboding.

After all, contrary to the King who was fully enjoying himself with the wonderful sight, food, and games, the Prime Minister was burdened with the responsibility of running the whole Kingdom, alone. It was by no means easy... It was hell.

"O-Oh, Anderson! How have you been? You look more handsome than before, much younger too! Have you taken some sort of miracle potion?" ［Ernes］

"Please spare me the flattery, Your Majesty. No matter what you do, I won't let you go. We still have some paperwork to finish." ［Anderson］

"H-Hey, Anderson... I've just returned from our outing and I'm still exhausted. That's not a funny joke, you know?" ［Ernes］

"Hahaha. Do I seem like I'm joking, Your Majesty?" ［Anderson］

The King tried to play it off as a joke, but the Prime Minister's smile only bloomed even darker, his grip on the former's shoulder getting tighter and stronger, not giving the King a chance to escape or even think about it.

The King's fate is now sealed, a smiling demon rendering him weak and hopeless as it dragged him towards their office where a mountain-load of paperwork was waiting for him. Despair was painted on his face.

"Well then, if you would please excuse us, Your Highnesses. I hope you enjoy the rest of your lovely day together." ［Anderson］

"Y-Yeah... Keep up the good work..." ［Grey］

"Hahaha. Rest assured, Your Highness. We will... We will..." ［Anderson］

"Noooo! Grey, Yuna, help meeee!" ［Ernes］

A smile still plastered on his face, the Prime Minister headed to the throne room with the King in tow behind him. A subtle scritch resounded in the air as the latter was being dragged away, his face already in tears as he imagined what awaits him.