The Moonlight Princess In The Land of the Sun Day
Episode 18 As long as there is life

　Selene stared at the fried chicken skin and the cartilage placed in front of her as if she could not believe it.

"(No wonder, I didn't expect you to bring out such a thing)"

　Holding back the anger, Milan watched Selene anxiously. I understand that Ente doesn't like Selene, but I think at most she would be sarcastic at meals, so I never thought that she would do something like this.

　Ente's actions were extremely foolish, but in this noble's dining establishment, they were effective in terms of humiliating the other party. Since Selene was in the form of "Although she was an ordinary person, she was invited to dinner with the help of Princess Ente", there was no need to treat her in the same way as Milan, and whatever is presented is up to Ente .

"(Well, what happened.)"

　Milan thought. If Selene could claim to be a member of the royal family, she might be able to say, "I can't let her eat something like this." However, the card cannot be cut. On the other hand, if Selene herself said, "I don't want to eat", people might criticize me for not appreciating the princess's help despite being a commoner.

　There was also the risk of a massive attack on Selene from there, and in the worst case, there was the danger that the arrogant Valver would demand something from her, he said, claiming that he would be responsible for the mismanagement of his servants. ****. I have to follow Selene, but I can't think of a good way to say it.

“(As expected, shouldn't Selene be taken?)”

　You're jealous, but I didn't expect him to bite Selene this much. Selene opened her mouth from a distance as Milan lamented the innocence of her thoughts.

"Ente, Oujo"

"What's? You mean you can't eat the special menu I prepared for you?"

"Eat, okay?"

"That's right. After all, you can't eat it, right?"

　If I can't eat something like this, I'm sure I'll cry. Ente, who was expecting that, froze for a moment with a proud expression. No matter how low Selene's social status was, if one was in the royal palace, they would cry or get angry if treated this way. At the very least, if Ente was treated like this in a country other than Herifalte, she would pull the tablecloth and throw all the food onto the floor. It's so embarrassing.

　However, Selene's eyes sparkled for a reason, and she asked Ente if she could eat them. I completely ignored the sumptuous food prepared for Milan and myself. From the red eyes that were staring straight at me, I could not read the color of disgust at all.

"Eat, okay?"

　Selene pleaded again in a beautiful tone. Ente was somewhat surprised by the unexpected situation, but immediately tried to read Selene's mind. Relax, this is just a bluff. By acting cute like this, he probably intended to win the sympathy of this princess of Ente. Isn't that enough of an actor for chibi habits? But when it comes to stomach art, I'm better than him.

"good. Eat as much as you like!"

　Ente smiled elegantly and mercilessly swung the axe of execution at the words. You asked me if I could eat. I guess he wanted me to say, "It's a joke, '" but it's just the children's superficial wisdom. I said you could eat. Go ahead and spit out that greasy and bland food clumsily.

"I'm going to enjoy this!"

　As soon as Ente's words ended, Selene threw the chicken skin into her mouth with ferocious power. Seeing Selene eat without hesitation, Milan and Ente were at a loss for words. No, not only Milan, but also the servants lined up on the walls, and even the head chef who stood at the back.

　Selene moved her little mouth and chewed for a while as if to enjoy it, but when she swallowed it, she smiled at Ente with a dazzling smile like the sun.

"Eye!"

　Saying that, Selene took another fork with the goo, pierced the fried chicken skin and cartilage together, and put it in her mouth. The fragrant aroma and the meat juice spread. The chicken skin and cartilage, carefully prepared by the head chef as if it were at least as redemptive, had the right amount of salty flavor and fried crisp perfectly.

　When I was in Aquila, my main meals were soup and bread, and in Herifalte, I ate a lot of fancy food, but both were too elegant and somewhat unsatisfactory for Selene's former uncle.

　I never thought that I would be able to eat cartilage and fried chicken skin, the best dish in the other world. Unlike some princes who could not read the atmosphere, Princess Ente saw the essence of what she wanted and prepared the best party.

　Selene is very grateful to Ente. Oh, how beautiful you were. Sorry for calling you a praying mantis. But when I thought that the prince was going to eat and kill me, Selene turned into a pig that stuck her face to the food.

"But, Selene! Are you all right?"

　Milan spoke to Selene who was eating fried chicken anxiously.

"Yes, fine"

　He was a man who could not read the atmosphere even though he was enjoying his party, Selene nodded to Milano. There, Selene realized something important. After all, when I came here, I wanted that. Selene pulled the tip of the head of the chef standing beside her with a pale face apologizing.

"Is there something you're not satisfied with?"

　The head chef was shocked and shivered. Nothing but dissatisfaction, isn't it determined? This kind of thing should not be placed on the table where the royal family sits. However, I cannot fight Princess Ente.

　This girl named Selene seems to be one of the emissaries of the great country of Herifalte. In that case, if you hurt his mood, you will indirectly anger the Prince of Milan. This could jeopardize your position. But even so, Princess Ente was unwilling to help me. Such an idea flashed through the head of the chef.

"No beer?"

　However, the words that came out of Selene's mouth were not words to denounce the head chef. He seemed to want something to "boil", but even an experienced chef did not know what it was.

"sorry. What do you mean by biiru?"

"By"

"Selene, there's no need to worry about that!"

　When Selene told him to drink alcohol, Milan covered her sentence. That is the limit of my patience. Selene is young and smart. Even if it was vulgar food, they might understand that if they did not eat it with pleasure, it would cause trouble for Herifalte.

　Moreover, he even wanted to go out with alcohol as aristocratic courtesy. Selene looked like she wanted to say something, but Milano controlled the head chef with her hands and turned to face Ente.

"Daughter of Ente, my servant Selene seems to be very satisfied with your 'special menu. Thank you for your consideration. Let's eat together."

"Eh, yes .. right, oh ..."

　If possible, Ente wanted to swing her arms and legs and go berserk. If Selene complained or grumbled, she would use it as a starting point to blame the little girl for not being disciplined enough, and if she could, forcibly make a complaint, he would have to blame the little girl for not being disciplined enough, like to see the education of the servants in Herifalte directly. That should be a stepping stone.

　However, even if it was on the surface, there was no chance for Ente to take advantage if she was eaten so happily. There is no action you can take at this time, except to continue eating safely.

"(Really, what is this guy!)"

　You clenched his fists under the table. Using as many reasons as possible to avoid slamming his clenched fist into the table, he managed to let go of his trembling fist, and Ente and Milan also started eating. Milan barely spoke and ate in silence, and Ente had run out of energy to try to flatter him, so this was a very quiet dinner.

"Biel..."

　No one heard Selene mutter as she drooped.

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"It hurts so much"

"princess! "Are you okay!" ? can

　Selene exerted her strength and desperately held back her nausea. You will be punished for spouting such delicious food. All food must be made into one's flesh and blood. Currently, Selene is allocating her energy and physical strength, which should be used for more meaningful things, to digest chicken skin and cartilage. It's just a waste of energy.

　The only person watching Selene is Butler, who is by her side. Until a while ago, I accompanied Milan with worry about calling the doctor, but it was annoying, so I repeatedly fired him for nothing to worry about.

"I'm sorry. I didn't expect a situation like this because I was just investigating the poison. Ah I'm incompetent! can

　Butler scratched his head with his claws and stood anxiously beside Selene's bed. Her master was a princess, and her body was not good enough to eat such oily and vulgar food. Actually, isn't Master really depressed? I really eat too much.

　If Selene was a camel, she might be able to store excess nutrients in her bump, but unfortunately the two lumps of Selene are still plain, and incidentally, there is no such convenient function. .

“Although so, that little girl named Ente! "How disrespectful is my lord!" "If this happens, destroy all the decorations...!" can

"stop"

　Just as Butler was about to explode in the flames of revenge, Selene stopped him by pulling his tail.

"Why stop!? ? You were humiliated like this, and you will still forgive me! can

"Ente, good friend."

"princess……"

　Selene says don't blame Ente, even though she's lying exhausted from the arrogant princess. Why that. Butler asked himself a question, and the answer came quickly.

　Selene doesn't want to mess things up with Valver. Selene is currently following as one of Prince Milan's servants. Butler did nothing to leave any evidence, but if anything happened to Princess Ente's personal belongings, it was likely that Herifalte's visiting men would be suspected.

　Even if that happens, Milan and Selene will not suffer any losses. However, in some cases, there is a danger that you will be asked to penalize one of your followers.

　Princess Selene is kind. The fact that he finished the vile meal with a smile was probably because he thought of the head chef and did not spoil the atmosphere of the dinner party. If Selene criticizes the head chef at the place, then from tomorrow she might continue to eat the food that Selene eats.

　Butler felt ashamed of his shallowness when he thought about it. I only consider Princess Selene as my number one priority, but Selene can care for any individual, even if they are citizens of another country. Butler once again reaffirmed the greatness of God, how deep the chest was.

"I understand. If the princess thinks so, this fighter, let's retreat this time. However, I want you to remember this, but in the future, if a disaster happens to the princess, I will risk my life to protect her. After all, that was what a butler did to serve a great master.

"thank you"

　I don't know what it is, but Selene stroked Butler's little head with her index finger. Butler sat up satisfied for a while, then bowed respectfully and crawled under his reserved seat, Selene's bed. Tired of running around during the day, he quickly fell asleep.

　A few hours after that, by the time Selene's stomach had recovered, it was already midnight and everyone was asleep, except those who were ordered to stay up at night. Selene also woke up this afternoon, so I thought I was going to sleep, but at that moment, I heard a light knock on my bedroom door.

"Who is that?"

"It's me, Ente."

　Almost simultaneously with that knock, Ente sneaked into Selene's room to hide the sound of her footsteps. She was wearing a deep purple dress and had no lanterns or other light sources.

"Selene. Are you all right?"

"I'm fine"

"sorry. I never thought I would eat it. Anyway, your tongue's bad."

"Yes"

　You thought it was indifferent sarcasm, but it was true, so Selene smiled and ignored it. After all, this little girl did not have the same courage. Ente's brows furrowed, but in the room that was almost pitch-black, you might not be able to read my expression. I must not have the slightest suspicion of what I am going to do.

"Hey, I feel sorry for you. I had a little trouble with you before, but will you do a spell with me to make up?"

"Isn't that true?"

“See, girls exchange hair and make accessories.

"ah"

　Come to think of it, I once did a spell like that with Marie. By the way, the ring made from Marie's hair was usually kept in the accessory box in Selene's room. The main use is to put it under your pillow when you sleep in the hope so that you can have a dream of having fun with a Blonde Loli.

"I've prepared mine."

　You have a pendant made of a small piece of jade with a pierced hole and a piece of chestnut hair tied up. I handed the accessory over to Selene as if putting it into her hands, and Selene looked at it with interest.

"Can you give it to me?"

"Yes, we're friends now. I'll give it to you, so can I have your hair?"

"I'm beautiful, I can't do it"

"It's okay. If you just give me your hair, I'll use it as an accessory."

"Then cut it."

　Saying that, without hesitation, Selene cut her hair and exposed her helpless back to Ente, who was slightly surprised. You know that I'm pestering you while eating right now, but your attitude is that you don't care about things like that at all.

　When I saw this girl, I felt like a small existence, and I felt very irritated. Resisting the urge to use a knife to cut her hair, Ente cut a bundle of Selene's hair.

"We are people from different countries, so we may not be able to see each other often anymore. But let's be friends as long as we live."

"Yes!"

　After saying that, Ente quickly put the hair that had been cut from Selene on her chest and left the room in a hurry. While making sure no one was looking, Ente ran back to her room, plucked Selene's hair from her chest, and slipped it into the most inconspicuous drawer.

"That little boy, it's dangerous if you don't get rid of him now. I was saved because I got the catalyst easier than I thought."

　The hair used for the accessories that Ente carried was forcibly cut from a maid of the same hair color. I have no intention of giving one a split to the hateful little girl. I also chose the lowest grade jade, so it doesn't hurt or itch.

"I never thought I would use a curse spell on a little girl ..."

　There was no one but himself, and in his dark room where even the moonlight could not reach him, Ente smiled like a joyful witch.