A Captive Prince Awaiting Execution Falls In Love With A Young Lady - Episode 7

The next day.

I was surprised because it wasn’t just Judith who came in through the door, but also Mr. Sanders.

“Uh… well…”

Normally, she would receive the lunch dishes at the entrance door and then go down to the first floor. And she would wait there until the evening.

However, today, when I said, “I apologize, but we will clear the dishes later,” Judith entered the room with me.

“My partner was decided to be Sirius.”

“What for?”

I can’t help but ask.

“What do you mean, ‘what’? For the upcoming soirée. My partner.”

“Huh?! Did you properly get permission from the Marquis of the Imperial Court for that?!”

Even though her eyes widened in surprise, Judith blinked in response.

“Of course not. I told you yesterday, didn’t I? I originally said I wanted Sirius to Father.”

“Well… um, but…”

Am I not being imprisoned?

Is it okay if I leave?

Various people, such as those from the Imperial Court, will probably come, won’t they?

“Even if they know of the existence of Sirius-sama, there are no nobles in the Imperial Court who have actually met him.”

It was Mr. Sanders who spoke in a calm voice.

“Please refrain from appearing under the name Sirius. Can you please understand?”

“That is… of course.”

“I see,” Sirius nodded in understanding.

The imprisoned prince of the former king.

His existence is widely known within the country, but as for what the prince actually looks like, the nobles have no idea.

If they are nobles or attendants from the royal capital, there might be some who knew Sirius when he was young, but several years have already passed since then. Sirius has grown taller and his physique has changed. There would be no one who could recognize him as the Sirius from back then.

However

Mr. Sanders mutters.

“I don’t think you would, but if you are considering fleeing or anything like that, we have been ordered to detain you on the spot. Even if it gets a bit rough. I wanted to inform you of that as well.”

Yes

I can’t help but smile wryly.

I won’t do such a thing.

Trying to say that.

My face involuntarily stiffens.

That is.

It’s because of the letter I received yesterday.

It came out of the paper bag with the bread.

Let’s meet soon, my brother.

A letter from my brother-in-law.

That is.

Did that lady set this up?

“What’s wrong, Sirius?”

Judith peered into my face, and I hurriedly shook my head.

“It’s nothing.”

“I heard you left all your food last night too. Are you feeling unwell?”

“Uh-uh”

“Was it because the seasoning was different? Did you not like it?”

“No, it’s fine. I just got tired from dancing… I fell asleep right away.”

After saying that, he continued speaking quickly.

“Did the person who came yesterday… live near this village?”

“I heard that from Father, but why?”

“Well, um… yeah, the seasoning was a bit different. I was wondering if they might be from the royal capital or somewhere.”

“I wonder how it is.”

Judith places her index finger on her chin and tilts her head slightly in thought.

“My father only said, ‘If there’s anything inconvenient, please don’t hesitate to let me know.'”

“Um… do you think it would be possible to meet her again? The lady from yesterday.”

“Hmm? Should I ask?”

Trying to nod at Judith, who is blinking her eyes.

Sirius shook his head firmly.

“No, it’s fine. Sorry, I said something weird. Forget it.”

It’s better not to get involved.

My instincts were telling me so.

“Oh, really? By the way, Sirius, I asked Mr. Sanders for a favor today.”

“Huh? Yeah.”

“Because I’m going to take your measurements.”

“Huh?”

On Sirius’s side, eyes wide open.

There was a loud snap.

I shrug my shoulders and look at Mr. Sanders.

She is holding a measuring tape in both hands, snapping it sharply.

That hand movement is just like that of a whip master.

I was so scared that I involuntarily took a few steps back.

“You need formal attire for the ball, right? I wanted to take Sirius to the store to choose one, but they said no.”

Sirius frowned at Judith, who was looking dejected.

“Well, of course. I’m technically under house arrest, you know. But you come and go as you please.”

“Well, I tried to bring the tailor, but that was no good either.”

“Well… If your background isn’t solid, even the Duke of the Imperial Court won’t acknowledge you.”

I realize it after saying it.

Well then.

Could it be that the lady from yesterday is indeed a person of solid background?

I don’t know what it means, but at least it’s someone recognized by the Imperial Court.

Or.

Someone who can deceive the eyes of the court noble.

“Therefore, with all due respect, I will take your measurements and present them to the tailor to prepare your garments.”

Mr. Sanders bowed slightly and approached slowly.

“Excuse me, coming through from behind.”

Mr. Sanders uses the measuring tape like a whip again, which is absolutely terrifying.

However, he wasn’t hit, and instead, they measured Sirius’s shoulder width, the length from his waist to his feet, the length of his arms, and his waist circumference, jotting everything down in a notebook. Sirius just went along with it.

“I’ll make and bring a cool costume!”

Feeling somewhat uneasy at the enthusiastic voice, Sirius looked at Judith.

“Because it’s safe, it’s fine, because it’s safe.”

“That’s not going to work! I’m going to make that Timothy say ‘ouch’!”

“Gya-fun. That’s impossible, right?”

“It’s not impossible. We have to do it. We have to make them gasp when they see Sirius!”

“That… doesn’t mean you’re speechless, right?”

“While incorporating trendy elements, firmly maintaining the standards, and mixing in designs that are both bold yet timeless…”

“Isn’t it going to get all messed up if we include your opinion?”

“I’ll make sure all eyes in the venue are glued to Sirius!”

“Hey, come on! Don’t make weird clothes! And don’t even think about making me wear them!?”

To Sirius, who was pleading desperately, Mr. Sanders murmured from behind.

“Safe. For the young lady, that is the most difficult thing, Master Sirius.”

“Don’t say scary things, Mr. Sanders!”

Like this.

Unbeknownst to Sirius, the costumes were steadily being prepared…