The Executed Saint Reincarnates as a Princess and is Loved by Her Older Brothers - Episode 43

Angela’s first foreign visit was accompanied by roughly three times the usual number of bodyguards. Her doting brothers ordered an exceptionally strict level of protection.

If we keep dawdling, they’ll just keep increasing the number of guards, and we never know when the brothers themselves will decide to come along.

I can’t trouble my brothers who are handling important official duties. Angela quickly finished her preparations and swiftly departed from the Sapphire Empire.

The royal family’s sailing ship is wonderfully large and magnificent. True to its name as the “palace on the sea,” the interior of the ship is unified with high-quality design.

The guest room, furnished with carefully selected antique furniture, had a warm atmosphere, allowing me to relax as if I were in my own private space.

From the window of the room, I could enjoy the changing scenery and the sparkle of the calm water, but when I stepped out onto the deck, even brighter sunlight poured in, blending the blue of the sky and the sea.

“Lord Rochelle!”

Lionel had arrived on the deck first. He was gazing curiously at the golden compass mounted at the bow.

He was dressed in a white shirt and brown trousers, which, despite being light attire, actually highlighted Lionel’s hard pectoral muscles and toned abs, making him look impressively gallant.

“It’s great that you were blessed with such nice weather.”

“Yes. It seems we are having a smooth voyage.”

The clear blue sky is so transparent that you can see for miles.

Before departure, there was no wind, but as soon as the sails were raised, a perfectly tailored wind began to blow, propelling the ship swiftly towards the Coral Kingdom.

“Um,” Angela looked up at Lionel.

“Even though it’s a contract, we are engaged, aren’t we? Calling you ‘Lord Rochelle’ feels so distant, doesn’t it?”

If I keep calling you by your title forever, people might suspect that our relationship is just a temporary one.

“Then, may I call you Lionel-sama?”

Actually, I want to call him “Lil” like I used to, but I can’t say that, so I’ll hold back.

“Yes. However, please don’t overdo it.”

Lionel shrugged his broad shoulders.

“As you can see, I am one-eyed. The princess must find me quite terrifying.”

“That’s not true!”

Angela shook her head reflexively.

Even with one eye, Lil is still Lil!

I’m worried that Lionel might be having trouble with one eye gone and that it might be painful, but I don’t find it scary at all.

No matter how much she grows or even if she becomes one-eyed, Lil, who adored Juliet, will always remain Lil.

“I’m not scared at all.──Lord Lionel”

The waves gently push the boat.

The sea breeze caressed the emperor’s emblem carved into the ship’s bow, fluttering the raised national flag as it rushed by.

Eventually, the bay of the Coral Kingdom, where we disembarked after finishing our voyage, was also filled with dazzling sunlight.

For Angela, it is the first foreign country she has ever visited; for Juliet in her past life, it is the homeland where she met her death.

After switching to the prepared carriage and traveling for a while, a well-maintained village came into view.

The mountain ridges, drawing a clear outline, spread continuously as if to protect the village.

The territory under Lionel’s care──the Duchy of Rochelle.

“Wow, beautiful!”

Angela was amazed.

In the fields, a vast expanse of flower fields stretches out. Potatoes are planted as far as the eye can see.

Flowers can be white, pink, or purple. Not only the color but also the shape of the flowers varies by species; some are pentagonal while others are star-shaped.

The dense clusters of green leaves and flowers covering the hill were a beauty that could truly be called a magnificent sight.

“Princess!”

When I turned around at the sound of an innocent voice calling me, the neighborhood kids had gathered around.

Remembering the children at the orphanage in the capital she usually visits, Angela smiled softly.

The children, seeing Angela’s smile, blushed and fidgeted.

“I’ve never seen such a beautiful person before…!”

“After all, real princesses are super cute!”

Seriously, you’re just too cute!

Even though you’re small, you can give compliments properly. That’s impressive, Angela said, narrowing her purple eyes.

Did the vassals of the Rochelle territory prepare this in advance? Even so, the children who can recite the lines they were taught are quite impressive. I want to praise them for a job well done.

“Your Highness, please accept this!”

Among the shy children, a girl stepped forward and handed Angela a flower that seemed freshly picked.

“Hey, hey! Such a shabby flower for Her Highness the Princess!”

The retainers hurriedly tried to stop her, but Angela smiled sweetly.

“No, I actually like potato flowers. Thank you very much.”

“Do you, um, know that it’s a potato?”

It seems they didn’t expect the royalty to know about the simple potato flower.

When Angela received the flowers, the girl puffed out her chest with joy.

“Hey, the lord said he likes the color of this flower too!”

“Well, I see.”

The flowers I received are a lovely shade of purple. I was smiling, wondering if Lionel liked this color, when the girl pouted.

“I gave this flower to the lord and asked him to make me his bride. But it didn’t work. The lord said he won’t marry anyone.”

“Huh…?”

Was Lionel the type who had no desire to get married? I didn’t know that.

I see… Even though it was a contract, being engaged might have been a bother for you…

Although it was originally a temporary relationship, if Lionel is committed to being single, it would be wrong to delay the annulment of the engagement.

I have to free Lil quickly…

Angela clenched her fist tightly.

Even though the brilliant sunlight continued to shine brightly, for some reason, it felt as if a draft had blown through my heart.