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Chapter 121: Tearful Rosalynde

From that day on, noisy times began for the Empire.

There were two days left until the Haishin Thanksgiving Festival event. Stage preparations and other details were being finalized. Both those with keen interest and those indifferent to Haishin were bustling around.

“Hey.”

“What?”

“When will Haishin arrive?”

“How should I know… Anyway, we’ve been told not to worry about that.”

“I get that, but he’s arguably the most important person in the world right now.”

“… I get your point.”

The sentiments of the low-ranking soldiers on guard duty were reasonable.

Several important foreign dignitaries were set to visit for the event, and the envoy who had just arrived from the Principality was a big name. 

At this moment, numerous thoughts and schemes were intersecting in the Empire.

Angering Emperor Rosalynde was not something one could easily get away with, but Haishin held so much value that any incurred wrath seemed trivial.

“My wife told me to at least get an autograph…”

“My sister told me the same… Think he’ll give us one?”

“No idea.”

“Let’s ask if we get the chance.”

Just as they were murmuring these things, it appeared before their eyes.

“Empire… Heh, what a splendid place.”

“We’re honoured to hear you say so—Haishin.”

At the name ‘Haishin,’ the soldiers froze in their tracks. 

Two figures walked down the corridor they were guarding. One was Rosalynde, the ruler of this nation. Instinctively, they bowed their heads. The other was someone they recognized—donning a unique mask and a fluttering black cloak they rarely saw.

(Wawawawawa!?)

(T–T–This person is—!?)

Yes, the mysterious man in black accompanying Rosalynde was none other than Haishin himself. Despite what they may say, the soldiers had been checking the streams and fervently discussing them with their wives and sisters.

However, they wisely refrained from raising their voices in excitement.

They were internally excited and bewildered, but they knew better than to cause Haishin any inconvenience. 

This might be due to Rosalynde’s influence—or perhaps a reflection of their own fears—but, either way, it couldn’t be overstated.

“Being able to hold an event in such a wonderful country—thank you, Rosa.”

“… It’s for you. It’s only natural!”

At the sight of Rosalynde puffing out her ample chest, the soldiers stared as if they’d seen a ghost. Normally, they would never allow themselves such expressions for fear of disrespect, but the presence of the legendary Haishin seemed to blow all that away.

“Furthermore, it’s not just Rosa. I can sense something valuable through the eyes of the soldiers guarding this castle—it’s truly a wonderful country. I can only say that Rosa and her people are truly magnificent.”

“Ohom!! What pleasant things you say, Haishin!”

Rosalynde seemed to be at the peak of her life, and the soldiers listening to the conversation felt no different.

(Ahhhhh, I’m so glad to be alive!!)

(Haishin!! Haishin!! Haishin!!)

Just like Rosalynde, the soldiers felt as if they were at the pinnacle of their lives. 

A boisterous parade unfolded in their minds, and they would surely brag about this to their wives and sisters when they got home. They might get punched for bragging, but they would probably laugh it off, thinking it wasn’t so bad.

(… Did I get the character right? Is it okay?)

Incidentally, this was Kanata, the person behind Haishin. That he was feeling a bit embarrassed was a secret he kept to himself.

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“It’s an honour to meet someone like you, Haishin-dono.”

“Ah, yes.”

Kanata, led by Rosalynde, had returned to the initial throne room they visited.

He dressed as he had been during the harvest festival—the first live stream where he revealed his appearance. However, he honestly felt like he messed up his character-building before arriving here.

(Somehow… It feels like I’ve imitated some anime characters too much and lost myself in the process.)

Speaking as Haishin wasn’t a problem, but performing as Haishin in front of so many people felt different. 

Of course, some would argue he should be used to being watched, but it was different when there were no viewers around.

“This person is my most trusted minister. Hey, why aren’t you as arrogant as when you talk to me?”

“It’s only natural. After all, Haishin-dono is right in front of me.”

“… You do realize I’m the Emperor, right?”

“So what?”

“I am the Emperor—”

“I understand that without you needing to say it. Now, Haishin-dono, would you like some fine tea leaves we’ve prepared?”

“Um…”

Faced with a teary-eyed Rosalynde, even Kanata was at a loss.

“Come on, isn’t this a bit much?”

“I usually have to deal with your whims. Let me have this moment.”

“… I agree.”

“Don’t you dare agree, Anise!”

Ah, what a mess.

Under his mask, Kanata sighed, pondering when the meeting would actually begin.