“…………”
I’m usually an early riser on holidays.
If I sleep in late, I feel like the holiday ends too quickly, so I end up feeling like I’ve wasted time. But because Yorand woke me up at the worst possible time, I ended up waking up in the middle of the day.
Whenever that grating smile flashes in my mind, my anger wells up. But no, that’s a waste.
Being angry at Yorand is just a waste of this precious holiday time. I don’t want to spend it on such meaningless things.
Today, I’m going to seriously look at some swords. I have the real dagger that Alfred gave me, but I still only have replicas for longswords.
Heh…I’ve been wanting to see the real thing for a while. Thinking about that makes my spirits rise, despite Yorand’s antics weighing me down.
—Knock, knock.
“…………”
Someone is knocking on the door.
It’s a plain, impersonal sound, but to me it’s an ill omen.
This morning, that sound woke me up and led me to cross paths with Yorand, forcing me to listen to that utterly pointless talk from the holiday morning.
Now, what should I do? Should I go out, or not?
…No, not going out would be running away. Me, run away? There’s no way that could be an option, no matter the situation.
In the first place, if it’s unpleasant, I can just kick them out. It’s as simple as that. Damn, how could I lose sight of such a straightforward answer? It’s all because of that unpleasant man with the sinister smile.
The thought of Yorand eventually becoming my relative is just…disgusting.
Well, whatever.
I’ll just go out and face it.
If they dare to make me the slightest bit uncomfortable—you’d better be prepared.
I put my hand on the door and then—
“Good morning, Lu—”
—Slam.
“…………”
“Oh my, why did you close the door? How sad.”
The moment I realized it was Alice, I closed the door.
Her words belie the icy edge in her voice, devoid of any sadness.
For some reason, my everyday life at the academy is already in turmoil because of the “intense people” gathering around me. To put it bluntly…it’s exhausting. I’m tired of it.
I just want to be left alone on my holiday. Yorand is more than enough. I unconsciously closed the door, reflexively thinking that.
“…What do you want?”
However, I should at least hear her out.
“Let’s go on a date.”
“I refuse.”
…A date?
Don’t make me laugh. I’m busy.
“Why not? I will eventually become your wife. Isn’t going on dates a normal thing?”
“Shut up. I’m busy. Today I’m going to the capital to see some real swords—”
“I’ll go with you. Doing casual things like that together is what a date is, isn’t it?”
“…What are you—”
“And as the heir of the Gilbert family, it would look better for you to be seen walking around the capital with a beautiful woman like myself.”
“…………”
The Lonsdale family is surprisingly skilled at presenting benefits. It’s frustrating that I’m even considering that they might have a point.
“Also, if you get irritated by something, you can take it out on me—”
“Enough. Be quiet.”
And this is another characteristic of this family—they weave their own desires into the presented benefits. What is this, really…?
With a sense of exasperation, I opened the door.
“Good morning again, Luke. Shall we go on that date, then?”
“…I suppose so.”
Though I still had some resistance, I agreed to go on a date with Alice. As she said, I am the esteemed heir of the Gilberto family.
One should act as if they are being observed in every movement and action… Bothersome, but…
Normally, there should be an escort, but such a thing is unnecessary. What good is a weak person as an escort? …In truth, having just Alfred would be just about right.
“…Are you prepared? Wait a bit.”
“Wait. I want you to change in front of me–“
–Slam!–
I closed the door and began to get ready.
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“………… “
…Unpleasant. An excessive number of gazes are upon me.
This is the heart of the capital. Nobles are not an uncommon sight, so why am I being stared at so much?
There are a few possible reasons–
“Luke. Shamelessly, meaningless gazes are directed at me. I wonder, will your possessiveness be satisfied? –No matter how much you reach out, you will never be able to grasp me. This woman is mine. Mine alone…” said the woman next to me, prattling on incomprehensibly.
” ………… “
She is certainly one of the causes.
Truly, if only they would just look… just look.
Here and now, among those captivated by this woman, there is surely no one who can discern her true nature.
“Luke, this is fun.”
“…Is that so. That’s good then.”
“What about you, Luke?”
“…I’m just walking, but what exactly are you finding fun?”
“Walking together, the two of us.”
“…I see.”
To be answered so directly leaves me at a loss for words.
Well… yes.
Perhaps it’s because I was in the worst of moods this morning after encountering Yorand.
Compared to that, I’m not in such a bad mood now. So–
“…It’s not bad.”
“…!”
I didn’t look towards Alice, I just said that much.
“I’m happy, Luke.”
“…Is that so.”
Alice smiled ever so slightly.
For one who changes expression so rarely, this was an unusually clear smile.
Just this little thing, what could she possibly find so joyful in it? …Well, it doesn’t matter.
Come to think of it, I hadn’t properly toured the capital before. Is that why there are so many interesting things catching my eye, leading me to make so many detours?
Especially, I ended up lingering far too long in the magic tools shop, which I had no plans to visit at all.
“I never expected you’d take me on such a proper date.”
“…Next, we’ll go to the blacksmith.”
“Yes, let’s go. Together, all the way.”
“Huh?”
…What is this woman saying?
Thinking that, I was struck by a strong sense of déjà vu. It felt like we’d had this exchange before–
“…M-M-Demon King-sama!!”
“Oi, idiot! This is private!”
At that moment, I was called out to by a strange woman. It took me a moment to realize she was addressing me.
Of course. After all, this woman had spoken of something as nonsensical as the “Demon King-sama”.
Looking over, I see a man and woman pair. The man is dripping with cold sweat.
“…Apologies! Apologies! You must be Lord Luke, right? This one seems to have become a big fan after seeing the Ranking Battle… whenever he gets the chance, he keeps calling you ‘Demon King-sama’… Incidentally, I’m a big fan of the ‘Ice Empress’…”
“I-I’m a huge fan!! I support you!!”
“…”
…What is this “Demon King” business? Why is this man constantly glancing at Alice? And what is this “Ice Empress” nonsense?
My head is filled with all sorts of questions.
“‘Demon King’ is apparently your epithet, Luke. And I seem to be this ‘Ice Empress’.”
“…What is that?”
“I’m not terribly familiar with the details either. But the Ranking Battles seem to have a strong entertainment aspect for the common people.”
“…What is that?”
Is it because of this incomprehensible situation?
I couldn’t understand even after asking twice.
“Ah, ah, could I at least get an autograph!?”
The woman said, bowing her head and holding out her hand.
“…”
I still can’t accept it. Being called “Demon King” and being used as mere entertainment. It’s infuriating, and humiliating.
Well, the reverent gaze she directs at me isn’t bad, but… still, it’s unpleasant.
–Smack–
“…Huh?”
I brushed her hand away.
I am a member of the proud Gilbert family before I am a student. I have no obligation to shake hands with such common folk. –This is the strong will of “Luke”. I know that to resist this will is tiring and meaningless.
“You, of all people, want to shake hands with me? –Don’t get too ahead of yourself.”
“…!!”
That was a clear rejection.
The surrounding people also watched this scene with bated breath, and for some reason Alice was looking down condescendingly on the woman who had sought the handshake.
But I thought this was a good opportunity. To make it known that I am not the kind-hearted fool like Abel, who smiles at everyone.
If I do that, I won’t get caught up in these kinds of troublesome matters in the future. –That’s what I was thinking.
“……the Demon King on the street.”
“What did you say?”
The girl mumbled something while looking down. The moment I thought I didn’t catch it well—bam, the girl raised her face with wide open eyes.
“Oh my, my, my! It really is! Not bowing to anyone! The Demon King is just like how I imagined! And I even got to touch him!”
“……Huh?”
—A hardcore fan.
That’s the phrase that came to my mind as I saw the screaming girl.
“Awesome!! He really is the Demon King!”
“There actually is someone like that! You guys! Bow down with all your might!”
“Kyaa! I just made eye contact with him!”
“The Ice Empress is with him too!? Wow, they’re a perfect match!”
……Passion is contagious. The people around started making a fuss too.
No, I finally understood. The reason for those stares I felt all this time. I thought it was because of Alice, but it was also because of me.
This “Demon King” nickname has taken root to some extent, and those who noticed me were directing their gazes.
……I’m tired.
It’s already a minor panic that can’t be contained, and I don’t even want to try containing it.
Why do I have to expend this much effort on a holiday? ……Let’s go home. Yes, let’s go home.
“—— Dark Wings”
“Wait”
Since Alice jumped on me, I ended up embracing her.
Geez……she’s quite strong. In this situation, she probably knew I wouldn’t refuse because it would be too much trouble, and I had no choice but to do this.
“Ah, please wait! Demon King! I’ll cheer you oooon!”
Ignoring the voices I heard, I flew up into the air. Then I flapped my wings towards the academy.
“……Seriously”
In the end, I failed to accomplish the main goal.
Worst day ever……it really did turn out to be the worst holiday.
My premonition was right. But——
“——Luke, I had fun”
“……I see”
Alice, brazenly being carried by me, quietly said that while wrapping her arms around my neck.
What was fun about it. Wasn’t it the worst……is what I thought, but certainly, to a small extent, a tiny bit……the detour wasn’t so bad. I did get to see various things.
“Worst day ever”……may have been an overstatement. “Disaster” is more like it.
Next time we go out—— why am I thinking about going out again?……Well, if Alice really insists……I’ll go with her.
Thinking that, I flapped the wings I created with magic one more time——.
-This bonus story is a reprint of “A Disaster on a Certain Holiday” which was originally written for Kakuyomu Supporters.
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