The Adored Daughter of the Disliked Duke's House: My Magic Power Increases Every Time I'm Praised, So I've Been Perfecting Cuteness Since Infancy! - Episode 11

The history of the battle between humans and monsters is long.

The existence known as “monsters” first appeared in historical records about 3,700 years ago.

The primordial witch was killed by the demon king.

From then on, it is said that many humans were killed by the Demon King and his minions.

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If you’re going to the palace.

Even though they are a three-year-old child, they must be dressed properly.

The maids hurriedly chose a refreshing mint green dress that was perfect for spring.

The white lace embellishments on the collar and sleeves, along with the sash ribbon, are adorable.

The skirt, which flares gently in a bell shape, is long enough to cover the knees, and she paired it with leather boots.

When I arrived at the palace with my father, the first people we met were Duke and his son from the Forsten family.

Al is also dressed properly for a child. The navy-blue jacket with silver embroidery and the white lace cravat at the neck suit him very well.

And today, he is.

The moment he saw my face, he broke into a sweet, cotton candy-like smile and bowed with a gesture that was like a perfect example.

“Hello, Lady Lilietta. You look very cute today as well.”

As I was praised, my magical power increased, and at the same time my chest felt warm, my cheeks stiffened.

(Still pretending to be innocent, huh…)

Al took my hand with a smooth, flowing gesture.

A charming boy with a sweet, melting smile takes the hand of a girl his age and escorts her.

The passing noblewomen and the maids working in the castle are gazing enraptured at such a scene.

The Rosenford family is disliked, but the Forsten family is the complete opposite. This father and son are immensely popular among the nobility.

Just you wait. I’ll show you that I’m cute too!

I clenched my fist in my heart.

Until now, I hardly ever had the chance to go outside the mansion, but from now on, I need to work hard to create opportunities to be complimented as cute even outside.

Seeing the two of us start walking hand in hand, Al’s father nodded with satisfaction, while my father wore a complex expression.

But that too was just a matter of seconds.

Soon, the two of them leaned in close and began to whisper to each other.

It’s a story that shouldn’t be told to children.

“What could the matter be?”

Since the two adults started whispering, Al, seizing the opportunity, also whispered to me.

Even though his expression remained cheerful, his voice was that of a cheeky brat.

(Such a handy thing)

I couldn’t help but be impressed.

“Well, it’s about that monster from before, right?”

“But if that’s the case, it would have been enough to just call the adults, right?”

Indeed, that’s true.

“Why did they call us here, I wonder?”

At Al’s sharp remark, I couldn’t help but grunt.

I thought I was called because the king wanted to hear detailed information about the monsters that attacked that night…

In that case, it would be sufficient to call only the adults who heard the story from the child.

Even though we have experience confronting monsters, the fact that we were summoned as mere children means there is something about us that is the reason for it.

“Are we somehow involved with the resurrection of the Demon King?”

“Who knows? Maybe they’re expecting something from us?”

A smile involuntarily broke out at Al’s sly grin.

“His Majesty the King, to a three-year-old child?”

There’s no way that’s true.

“Right?”

It seemed that Al had just said it for the sake of saying it. He had a slightly disappointed expression on his face.

However, this prediction would be spectacularly betrayed.

“These two are the key to defeating the Demon King.”

During the audience, as soon as the king saw our faces, he said that.

“Are these the kids?”

As if unable to help himself, my father raised his voice.

Duke Forsten is also surprised.

“That’s right. …First, let’s talk about the Demon King.”

After saying that, the king beckoned a person.

In response to that, a white-bearded old man who closely resembled Mr. Caleb stepped forward quietly.

In that hand, he holds a long staff.

And of course, the noteworthy thing is the jewel within the heart.

A gemstone like a sapphire, its brilliance has depth.

(A seasoned wizard, huh?)

Although I am inferior to my father, I am not an average wizard.

When the old wizard waved his wand, a round silver basin appeared between us and the king.

Furthermore, when the old wizard touches the water’s surface, an image is projected there.

It’s the magic of the water mirror!

It is a difficult magic that projects distant scenery or things imagined in one’s mind onto the surface of the water, requiring the application of various transformation spells.

“The Demon King is an evil being that has repeatedly died and resurrected countless times over thousands of years.”

In the basin of water, a pitch-black mountain was reflected. It was Omurix Mountain, said to be the dwelling place of the Demon King’s soul.

“When the Demon King dies, his soul returns deep underground in Mount Omurix, and then, hundreds of years later, he is resurrected.”

The last time the Demon King was defeated was about five hundred seventy years ago.

I believe you are all already aware that it is about time for a revival.

The two fathers nodded in agreement.

Regarding the resurrection of the Demon King, it was as expected, and we are already prepared for it.

“About a week ago, we received news yesterday that the dark cap cloud over Mount Omurix had cleared.”

Gulp, Al’s father swallowed.

The summit of Mount Omurix clears up.

That is the signal for the demon lord’s resurrection.

Speaking of a week ago, it coincides with the time when Al and I were attacked. In other words, that attack was also related to the revival of the Demon King.

“The recent attack on the Rosenford Duke’s residence was undoubtedly ordered by the Demon King.”

The old wizard declared.

“If that’s the case, it’s a strange story.”

It was my father who raised his voice.

“That day, I was away from home to hunt down the monsters. You could say it was all orchestrated by the very monsters that attacked.”

So, it means that the Demon King’s target was Lilietta and Alverio from the very beginning.

That’s right.

It’s a strange story.

The one who meticulously planned such a grand scheme and attacked was a mere three-year-old child who couldn’t even properly use magic.

If you wanted to eliminate the threat, you should have targeted my father instead.

That’s right.

The Demon King truly considers Lady Lilietta and Lord Alverio to be the real threat.

After saying that, the old wizard waved his staff.

Next, four young people appeared in the water mirror. They seemed to be in their mid-teens.

“We are the wizards who defeated the last demon lord.”

Even my father gasped in surprise at this.

“Could it be, such a young wizard?”

Everyone here must have had the same question.

First of all, such things are not conveyed at all in the history we know.

“From here on, it’s state secret.”

The king announced in a solemn voice.

Seeing the two fathers nodding hesitantly, both Al and I followed suit and nodded as well.

What you see and hear here must never be leaked outside.

“Almost simultaneously with the resurrection of the Demon King, a child with extraordinary talent is born in the human kingdom.”

At the old wizard’s words, Al and I exchanged glances.

“Is that us?”

Without thinking, I asked, and the old wizard nodded.

Yes.

The fact that the Demon King attacked you is proof of that.

I don’t know why.

However, children with special talents, born at the same time as the revival of the Demon King, will defeat him.

We humans have been repeating it.

“Why is that a state secret?”

This time, Al’s father asked.

“Even if the Demon King dies, the demons will not perish. It is also said that the demons are cleverly hiding in human society and acting in the shadows.”

There have been past incidents where those monsters killed the children who were destined to defeat the Demon King when they were still helpless infants.

Throughout history, the ones who have always defeated the Demon King were the children born at the same time as his resurrection.

Paradoxically speaking, it means that only these children can defeat the Demon King.

To protect those children, the royal family has kept this fact a secret.

“There’s one more thing I need to tell you.”

The king opened his heavy mouth.

“The destined children may not necessarily be able to defeat the Demon King.”

The atmosphere becomes heavy.

“There was a time when humans accepted the demon lord’s rule until the next destined children were born, unable to defeat the demon lord.”

I know that because it’s in the history books.

It is an era called the Seven Hundred Years of Darkness.

Humans are said to be ruled by the Demon King, and their population has reportedly decreased to one-third.

“Also, there were quite a few children who died before the Demon King was defeated.”

The king stood up and stared straight at the two fathers.

“They must be prepared to face the demon lord, even if it means facing death.”

The audience was temporarily suspended here.

Because the king suggested starting over, considering the two fathers who were at a loss for words over such a heavy topic.

We were shown to the break room in the heavy atmosphere, but Al and I decided to wander the palace gardens away from our two fathers.

Because we needed a change of pace.

The two of them walk through the rose garden, holding hands.

Earlier, Al was in high spirits, thinking, “Maybe I’m being counted on,” but now that he’s been told to prepare for death, he must be feeling heavy-hearted.

Neither of them could find the words.

Before us like that…

──An angel has descended.

A boy with fluffy strawberry-blond hair, sapphire eyes, and wearing a pure white dress shirt.

I fell from the tree.

“Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa! Get out of the way!”

While shouting.

It was too late to avoid it.

Al and I both ended up being crushed by the angel.