Santairiku Eiyuuki

Sonia sat facing Emperor Lemuria.

There are three types of cakes on the table, as well as cookies and macaroons.

The servant pours the aromatic tea into the teacup.

"Which do you prefer, Princess Sonia, for tea or coffee?

"… one way or another, it's coffee"

When Sonia said, Emperor Lemuria smiled.

"I see. That's too bad... I prefer tea. Well, good. I'll get you coffee next time. By the way, are you a milk or sugar adding pie?

"... Yes"

Sonia nodded small and took the cup.

And drink freshly brewed tea.

(... delicious)

It was the best tea Sonia has ever had.

Then Sonia saw the treats arranged on the table and drank the sauce and saliva.

A luxury restraining order exists in the Kingdom of Cerda.

It is a law to restrict the import or use of luxury, or luxury goods.

This is the law put forth by my predecessor, Raus I.

And… in the kingdom of Cerda, what is considered luxury is determined.

It is an import from the Lemurian Empire.

For example, a typical example of luxury goods, spices, silk, etc. are all passed through the territory of the Lemurian Empire to the Kingdom of Cerda.

In addition, tea and coffee, sugar, ceramics, gemstones and glass finishes are all produced in or imported via the Lemurian Empire.

Purchasing these is synonymous with giving wealth to the Lemurian Empire.

There were therefore certain restrictions.

And... Until recently, it was a state of war, and neither Sonia, the daughter of a great nobleman, could be luxurious financially or emotionally.

But...

Sonia is also one girl.

I loved sweets, that is, sweets from the Lemurian Empire with luxurious sugar, and coffee with plenty of milk and sugar.

My envy for that kind of luxury was strong because I usually can't eat it.

That's what's spreading right in front of you.

"Do you like sweets?

"............................................................ I don't really like it"

Sonia answered desperately distracting herself from the treat.

Because I didn't want to be thought of as a woman caught in food.

Emperor Lemuria laughed, knowing or not such Sonia's fortitude.

"Hmmm...... well, but I am proud to say that Lemuria's sweets are the best in the world. I'm sure it'll fit your mouth."

…………

Chelda Kingdom treats are better up there.

And Sonia tried to, but couldn't.

To the kingdom of Cerda, where sugar can only be obtained via the Lemurian Empire, we cannot make sweet treats, not very much but like the Lemurian Empire.

When it comes to sweetness in the Kingdom of Cerda, it is limited to fruits such as dates, watermelons, melons, figs and grapes.

(Eat just a little... I don't like sweets after that, so let's push it off)

Sonia thinks so on the inside, taking the fork, cutting the cake and carrying it to her mouth.

"... Huh!

As soon as I put it in my mouth, intense raw cream sweetness and soft chiffon cake texture.

To add an accent to this sweetness, the fruit juice of the bright fruit is overflowing, mixing acidity and sweetness.

Sonia didn't think of it, and it got sloppy.

"... ah"

When I realized it, I had eaten all the pieces of cake.

An inferior species looking down, it also obsessed me with eating sweets in front of the emperors of the enemy countries.

Because of the embarrassment, Sonia's cheeks stain red.

"I think it fits your mouth, I'm glad."

"... Yes"

I can no longer deny that I'm bad, etc.

Sonia said it was delicious and I had to snort.

"There are still two types of cake, as well as cookies and macarons left. And I have a replacement, so tell me if you want."

"Wow, I'm not that much of a eater!

Sonia raised her voice and stood up.

Then I turn my face bright red and sit silently.

The reaction now was, obviously, a failure.

"Princess Sonia"

"... what is it?

Emperor Lemuria says in a gentle voice to Sonia, who has reopened and begun eating sweets.

"All prisoners are scheduled to be transferred to Nova Remulia once in two weeks."

……

"I also ask you to come to Nova Lemuria. Well, think about sightseeing."

When Emperor Lemuria says so...

Sonia stared at Emperor Lemuria.

"The war is not over yet. The kingdom of Cerda has not lost!

"Whether you know it or not. That's why we transfer prisoners to the capital. for use as a bargaining material."

In other words, Sonia herself is a negotiating material for the Lemurian Empire to extract concessions from the Kingdom of Cerda.

Aware of that, Sonia bit her lip with regret.

"It's your fault. Because of you, the Kingdom of Cerda..."

"Exactly. Because I'm the Emperor of the Lemurian Empire."

Emperor Lemuria speaks coldly to Sonia.

"It is the monarch who moves with the interests of his subjects first. I may be the cause... but the bad news is the king of your country."

……

Sonia couldn't argue with one thing.

Then a month later, mid-May.

"... what's for dinner today?"

Sonia waited for a meal in the room given to Palazzo Remulia, rubbing her sleepy eyes.

After a while, the servant brings in a delicious looking breakfast.

It also had a set of coffee, milk and sugar that Sonia liked.

Eating well up to dessert, Sonia made a big stretch.

"Ha... too comfortable"

Sonia muttered with a happy look, but a little distressed.

My life as a prisoner in Nova Remulia was very comfortable.

A prisoner, even so, is treated as a real guest.

It even had three meals + snacks every day and I was able to take a luxurious bath at night.

The prepared underwear, dresses and ornaments were also much finer than what Sonia had.

Besides, Emperor Lemuria even tells me, "That's what I've prepared for you, so you can take everything home when you return home".

Even underwear and dresses would tell, but they would also give me beautiful rubies, pearl necklaces and earrings that were available in a set of dresses.

To such a chubby response, Sonia was so sorry the other way around.

In addition, entertainment was also available.

The book lent me as much as I wanted, and sometimes it led me to the library.

As long as I gave permission, I could rent exercise facilities… sometimes I could pair them there with the two Empress of the Lemurian Empire, Carolina and Shehrazard.

I was allowed to go to churches and chapels every day, and even to see with the princess witch (Medium).

If you joked about wanting to take a walk in the city of Nova Remulia, you could really let me take a walk, albeit with surveillance.

It is an incredibly good treatment.

If... if this had been the treatment accorded to Sonia alone, Sonia would not have enjoyed this treatment very much.

But Sonia was never the only one to receive such favourable treatment.

Regardless, it is true that Sonia receives the best treatment in her capacity...

The other prisoners were also guaranteed a pretty comfortable life.

The generals of the Kingdom of Cerda were also firmly allowed three meals, a bath and some freedom of entertainment.

Even to Iason, who hates Sonia, he is immersed in the library of the Lemurian Empire day after day.

The soldiers of Ping are also given a good warm meal and an environment that just keeps their bodies clean...

Not exactly every day, but a certain amount of entertainment seemed to be paid as well.

Once, Sonia went to see the soldiers of the Red Wolves who were captured as well...

Many of them were bloodier than they had been before they were caught.

That's why Sonia was relieved and received favourable treatment from the Lemurian Empire...

I never forgot my hostility to the Lemurian Empire.

Instead, I kept burning it in my heart so I wouldn't forget it.

The aim of the Lemurian Empire is to make the prisoners pro-Lemrians, including Sonia.

Sonia was not foolish enough to fit into such a discerning enemy ploy.

Most of all... Sonia didn't grow up badly enough to hold a hatred for someone who was treating me friendly.

Sonia's evil feelings for Lemuria in Sonia's heart had faded so much that Sonia herself became aware of it.

"... With that said, it's a tea party with Emperor Lemuria"

Sonia stood up.

Today more than usual, let's be stylish...... Sonia unconsciously thought so.

"... was that desert crossing ready by then"

"Well, you are. It cost a lot, and the danger was enormous. Most of the returns were huge for that matter."

Emperor Lemuria was good at telling Sonia.

To deepen the rapprochement, Sonia and Emperor Lemuria had regular tea parties in the name of

Emperor Lemuria's intention would be to make himself a pro-Lemrian...... Sonia thought.

In fact, Sonia was feeling a little bit but her bad feelings for Lemuria were fading.

But that doesn't change that Lemuria is an enemy country.

Sonia had asked Emperor Lemuria various things in an attempt to steal some important confidentiality from him.

But...

(Don't talk about important things, or...)

I'm good at it, rapping, and talking smoothly. That looks very light on my mouth...

Only the information Sonia wanted, Emperor Lemuria never spoke to me.

Emperor Lemuria hasn't loosened his guard against us in any way.

For that reason, Sonia had already given up half stealing information from Emperor Lemuria.

Still continuing the tea party with Emperor Lemuria...

Purely because I enjoy a tea party with Emperor Lemuria.

Whether the tea, coffee or treats served are delicious or not, Emperor Lemuria was better at talking than that.

From the moments of conversation, I know the high upbringing.

He also listens to the pronunciation of Lemurian, which can't be said to be Sonia's very good again, without a good laugh...

Occasionally, he spoke to me in fluent Beast language.

Above all...

"Princess Sonia, by the way"

"... Yes. What is it?"

"Those earrings, that's... what you bought at Nova Lemuria?

Sonia nodded at Emperor Lemuria's inquiry.

"Yes, I bought it in the port of Nova Remulia the other day"

When Sonia answered, Emperor Lemuria said with a grin.

"It suits you well. You look more grown-up than usual."

"... thank you, sir"

Emperor Lemuria notices the trivial fashion of Sonia visibly.

And you praise me.

(... that guy would never have)

Inside, Sonia compared her fiancée to the colored man in front of her.

While the former has a fiancé named himself, he is obsessed with a human (human) woman and doesn't care about one thing about himself.

The latter, on the other hand, does not miss any minor changes and compliments them.

Sonia's fondness for Emperor Lemuria had risen considerably.

But... there are still things that don't fall to your heart.

That is what made Alicia Chrome naked in front of the public and degrading.

From the usual gentlemanly attitude, I can't even imagine.

"Emperor, Your Majesty"

"What's up? Princess Sonia. You want a replacement?

"Wow, I'm not a foodie!

Sonia doesn't want the cake, she denies it...

And I asked Alicia why she did such a terrible imitation.

"Oh, that... Hmm, well, I can't help thinking you do either. I think I've done a lot of terrible things."

"... If you know, why?

"But if we don't, the anger of the people and the ministers won't subside, will we?

To Emperor Lemuria's answer, Sonia was hacked.

Alicia Krom has asked Emperor Lemuria and the Empire for help.

By doing so, we will reach out to those who have killed, taken, and offended our own compatriots…

Would it be easy?

No, Sonia thought she wouldn't be able to.

At the very least, the Kingdom of Cerda will not accept it, even if the Lemurian Empire has asked for help.

Same as that.

Starve the Bulgarians thoroughly and kill them all! And there must have been plenty of people claiming it.

Ultimately, however, both the people and the ministers were convinced of it… Now the Bulgaron region has become the territory of the Lemurian Empire, and its people are treated as subjects.

To create this situation, in order to lower their drinking, Emperor Lemuria dared to become the bad guy himself and humiliate Alicia Chrome.

"You are… a wonderful monarch"

Sonia sent her sincere words to Emperor Lemuria.

A brutal and cruel man, who chooses no means for his purposes.

Yes, supposedly from the surroundings and with the appreciation of the wicked...... enrich the people and show mercy even to the people of the enemy countries.

Make it painful with the soldiers and continue to stand on dangerous battlefields.

It was, for Sonia, the ideal monarch.

(At least not like those guys...... different)

Despite being at war, his own father and his political enemies wage a political struggle.

Just because the enemy catches you, you try to turn back on the enemy lightly...... a general who is not patriotic either.

And...... a coward, indecisive, king who cares all about his reputation.

He's not like the guy who moves on his own, doesn't think about his country, doesn't think about his people.

At least, that's what Sonia thought.

"It's a big assessment. At least I'm not a famous man. Either that or a tyrant."

"That's not true. If you look at the faces of the people of this country, the citizens of Nova Lemuria, you can see that."

How compassionate this Emperor Lemuria is to the people.

At least that's what it looked like to Sonia's eyes.

"I wish you were... of our country, His Majesty the King..."

Sonia shrugged so, from the bottom of her heart.

... the young princess still hadn't figured it out at this age what that statement meant and what thoughts were sprouting at the bottom of her own mind.