The Protagonists of Romance Fantasy Novels Have Escaped

132 – 132. Revelation of Death (1)

The worst incident that occurred in the Holy Kingdom was enough to plunge numerous nations across the continent into chaos.

The city of the One True God has fallen.

The unprecedented damage that ensued was beyond daring to even speculate.

Attacked by an unidentified force, the Holy Kingdom severed all communication with other nations, perhaps in an attempt to contain the spread of confusion. Thus, nations led by the Baltaria Empire had no choice but to wait until the Holy Kingdom provided a briefing on the situation.

“Could it be that even the Intelligence Department that infiltrated the Holy Kingdom has not figured it out?”

“It seems the Intelligence Department is struggling as well. This is proof that the Holy Kingdom is tightly sealing its eyes and mouth.”

The Intelligence Department of the Baltaria Empire is the central hub of information, having infiltrated numerous agents across the continent. The fact that such an Intelligence Department remains in the dark indicates that the Holy Kingdom is thoroughly controlling its secrets.

Dissatisfied with the oppression of the Holy Kingdom, heretics invaded the sanctuary.

That was the only information uncovered by the Intelligence Department.

It was hard to accept that the Holy Kingdom, possessing powerful paladin orders and sacred legions, was helplessly defeated by the invasion of heretics. There must surely be underlying circumstances unknown to the public.

“What on earth has happened? How could the once so solid Holy Kingdom…”

The First Princess, Isabel, murmured with a troubled expression on her beautiful face.

It was unbelievable.

Had the Holy Kingdom ever been pushed to such a point?

Not even during the Third Racial War, when the Demon King’s army and heretic forces were in motion, had such a thing occurred. Since this was an unprecedented event, Isabel pondered in confusion as she gazed at her father.

“Father and Sister Isabel need not worry. If we hear news that the Holy Kingdom is in a life-and-death crisis, the Saintess Party will surely return.”

“…….”

A boy with splendid golden hair spoke with a hint of longing.

Barbarossa and Isabel fell silent in response.

The Saintess Party.

The saviors of the present age who vanquished the Demon King of Death.

Just like Crown Prince Alexis, the citizens of the Empire must also hold a firm belief that the Saintess Party will return soon. The tales of the saint and heroes who saved the world by defeating the Demon King of Death would remain steadfast like faith.

“Let’s talk again when Mila returns tomorrow.”

“Hmm, that sounds good.”

Ludmila was busy with her schedule, returning to the capital by day and heading to the Hoenberk family by evening.

It was a manifestation of her determination not to be outdone by the First Saintess.

Despite the long journey that would take several days by locomotive, Ludmila’s superhuman dedication to maintaining her romance astonished the Baltaria Imperial Family. It was a grueling endeavor that ordinary people would not even dare to attempt.

“How deeply in love must she be with Prince Edanant for Mila to continue such a grueling schedule? Hehe, it’s quite a passionate love story. It suddenly reminds me of when she first met her husband.”

“Hmm, hmm!”

A beautiful lady with chestnut hair squealed with delight. The emperor, sporting a splendid mustache, seemed a bit awkward and cleared his throat.

The wedding planned for next spring was as good as confirmed.

So, Barbarosa granted her second daughter unlimited outings.

Even if she set up a household, it would be permitted.

It wouldn’t matter if she created a fait accompli with her fiancé.

In a typical situation, she would have undoubtedly imposed strict chastity on her daughter. However, Barbarosa, who desperately wanted to marry off her second daughter, instead began to encourage outings and premarital pregnancy.

“What about Liza then?”

Isabel asked with a playful tone.

At that, Barbarosa openly showed her dismay.

“How could I possibly dissuade such a stubborn one? It seems she’s quite taken with Prince Edanant… I’ve grown weary of trying to stop her. So, I allowed it.”

“In the end, Father has raised the white flag.”

Despite repeated persuasion and coercion, she chose unwavering love.

For him, she boldly declared she would even give up her status as a princess, leaving Barbarosa with no choice but to permit a polygamous marriage.

A heavy sigh escaped.

Seeing the troubled expression on her father’s face, Isabel couldn’t help but smile wryly.

* * *

War. Tyranny. Famine. Death.

The calamities of innocence had all awakened.

After hearing the full story from the lord of the tower, Maximilian finally understood why he had suddenly left the battlefield.

The Seraphim Belashiel was merely a part of the process.

The target of the saintly party, led by Maximilian, was to oppose the one true god, Gael.

Having resurrected the calamities of death, sealed in eternal rest, they had crossed a river of no return. The saintly party, which had once vanquished the demon king to save the world, would now bear the stigma of betraying humanity.

They could not stop it.

In the end, the worst-case scenario they had feared had come to pass.

Pressing against his temples, which throbbed with pain, he sank into his seat. As he let out a groan of agony, a girl with green hair rushed over in a fluster.

“E-Edan… suddenly a headache?! Should I bring a wet towel?”

“Just be quiet for now.”

At that, Rue made a “Hush!” sound and covered her mouth with both hands.

He couldn’t help but smile faintly at Rueinong’s cute concern.

“I met Maximilian in the sanctuary.”

“Hehe! Is Max still healthy?”

“I was healthy enough to fight against the cruel and merciless Seraph that descended from the sky. I might even have the chance of immortality, considering the trouble I’ll be in for a long time to come.”

“Yikes! But what’s a Seraph? I don’t really know, but it sounds like an incredibly scary monster!”

Eyes adorned with strange patterns.

Three pairs of wings, large and sleek like a bird of prey.

Countless weapons radiating a chilling brilliance.

The brutality that could turn the great city of the Empire into a wasteland.

As I slowly listed the characteristics of the Seraph, Rue screamed like a child who had just heard a ghost story. Then she jumped into bed, pulling the blanket over her head.

“I heard from Maximilian that they pick out the Louis who don’t listen and just cause trouble. And then they throw them into a pot of boiling water and cook them alive.”

“Yikes! I-I’m a Louis who listens well! I’ve never caused trouble for Ethan!”

How terrified must she be of the Seraph to spill out lies like that, as if under a spell?

I couldn’t help but laugh as I watched Rue roll around on the bed, looking utterly horrified.

“What if Rue pees the bed while sleeping?”

“Ah.”

Elizabeta, perched on the desk and observing the scene, sighed. She seemed to have no intention of returning to the palace, dressed in her cute pink pajamas.

The pajamas, adorned with fluffy white frills, were incredibly adorable.

After confirming that Rue had buried herself under the blanket, I took her delicate white hand in mine.

“Your pajamas are super cute!”

“Ugh…! I just threw on the pajamas my maid picked out for me today. Don’t get the wrong idea.”

“I’m curious about what kind of misunderstanding you mean.”

“How dare you tease a princess? I’ll report you to the Treasury and make sure you get audited.”

It didn’t sound like a simple threat.

An audit.

The ultimate magic that could leave any noble destitute.

I would end up being investigated for tax evasion alongside my father.

And the family’s servants would scatter to the winds.

I begged the villainess to forgive me, desperate to prevent the downfall of our house. Satisfied, she snorted with delight and nodded.

“It’s getting late. We should head back to our rooms.”

“Already? It’s barely early evening. The Louis are still wide awake!”

If word got out that an unmarried maiden was sneaking in and out of a man’s bedroom at such a late hour, scandalous rumors would spread that would be hard to contain.

And I would be dragged before the bumbling emperor, caught by the palace guards.

I’m scared.

It’s scarier than a tax audit, isn’t it?

“‘The main theme is the first kiss between the Second Princess and the Third Princess… Now, it’s getting scary, isn’t it?'”

“‘I admit that I took away Rudolf’s lips, but Elizabeth kissed me first, didn’t she?'”

“‘What? So you’re saying I’m a woman who can freely give my lips?'”

“…”.

I responded quickly, but she didn’t understand.

I looked at Elizabeth’s fiery face, which was glaring at me with a scowl.

“I’ll be fine here today! Just remember that!”

“…?”

The villainous vixen shouted with a sharp voice, then lay down on the bed.

And then, as if by magic, she pulled Lue into a dream world, making her snore.

“I’ll move to a different room.”

“No, don’t! Eitan, come over here!”

“It’s okay, we’ll sleep together.”

“Sleep together…! That’s fine, isn’t it?”

What’s going on today?

The villainous vixen, who usually expresses shame with a fresh and innocent voice, is surprisingly enthusiastic.

Is that really the case?

She seems to take pleasure in snatching away the fiancé of the heroine in a romance fantasy.

A wall of shame was created by the black history of the heroine being taken away by her fiancé, and the victim is reborn as a new perpetrator, leading to a chain reaction of the curse of Netherworld.

“‘Hey, come lie down next to me…! I want to sleep with you.'”

Elizabeth patted Eitan’s shoulder with a gentle touch.

As soon as I saw the enticing body hidden under the pajamas, I immediately got into bed and started snuggling.