The Strongest Dull Prince’s Secret Battle for the Throne

Chapter 133: Hot Spring: First Part

Hot spring?

Yes, hot spring. How about we visit it together with everyone?

That was sudden.

It is the day after I went out to gain some adventurer experience with Lynfia.

Perhaps seeing that I am suffering from muscle pain since I have been going out every day lately, Elna suggested that I should visit a hot spring.

The place is a long-established hot spring near the imperial capital called [Heilung] it is known to heal wounds and fatigue and is known to have been used by emperors and famous warriors since ancient times.

However, I honestly dont want to go there. First off, it is too troublesome. Im so tired, I dont want to go out. Why do I have to get myself tired to not be tired?

Another reason is the fact that Elna brought it up at this timing. I kind of get a feeling that something is going on here.

Why I was having that thought, Elna saw through what I am thinking and sighed.

I dont have any hidden agenda alright.

Then why do you suddenly invite me out?

Its because Okaa-sama, okay. She said Al looks like he is working hard right now so you should take him out so that he can rest at the hot spring. And I cant visit that place unless I am on a mission as an imperial knight too.

Although Elnas house arrest has been lifted, it doesnt mean that she can return to her previous position in the imperial knight order.

Even Father who personally punished her because she couldnt protect Christa probably wanted to get her back with the order as well. Still, he cant just reinstate her so he is probably waiting for an opportunity to do so.

However, with the 25th coronation anniversary approaching, he cant afford to let Elna idles around like this forever. He will definitely issue and order for her return soon enough. If thats the case then Elna will be busy again.

There shouldnt be anything wrong for her to take things easy for now.

However,

If thats the reason then just leave me alone..I dont feel like going out.

You are so pathetic.

Elna sighs and sits down on a chair.

She then crossed her legs and says.

Al might not want to go but can you say the same about the others?

Theres no need to deliberately bring me along right.

Theres no need but I think there will be people who want you to go you know.

And who is that?

I wonder.

Elna said as she feigned ignorance.

What is this, why is she so carefree. Normally she would just say, [Whatever, just come] or something along that line already.

I have a bad feeling about this.

When I thought so, the room door opened.

Nii-san! If you are going to the hot spring then I will go too!

Leo burst into the room all grinning.

He is smiling more than usual. His tension completely rose up.

I involuntarily sigh and look at Elna.

Elna avert her eyes away from mine.

Leon. I never said that I would go you know.

Ehhh, Ive already invited Christa and Finne-san you know.

How can you be so..

Astounded, I hold my head.

Leo really likes this kind of group activity.

He has been longing for a family trip since he was a child. However, that is simply a dream. The Emperor, his consorts, and the princes. An entourage of escorts would be necessary if we want to go out and it would always be exaggerated. It wont become a family only trip that he would enjoy.

We were occupied with the succession war ever since we grew up so there is no opportunity for that so this might be a good chance for Leo to fulfill his dream.

Dont you have to oversee the work of the capital garrison?

It is only one day so it should be fine. I am only an honorary general after all.

We are in the middle of a succession war you know?

Eric-aniue will leave the capital at noon today. Hes our Foreign Minister after all. Gordon-aniues faction wouldnt move either so it will be fine.

..

Tsk, the situations allow it huh.

It will make a good impression if Leo goes to the hot spring now. If he chooses to do nothing in the situation where it would be good to make a move, it will show Father that we have no plan to go against his will.

It is a good idea from the viewpoint of the succession war. But that is no reason for me to accompany them.

If you want to go then you can just go with Elna.

I cant leave you alone here Nii-san.

No, its alright. Just leave me here.

You havent taken any break recently, right? Sometimes, relaxing with your friends is good too you know.

Listen hereI want you all to go without me because I want to relax alright.

While we are at a stalemate, this time Finne burst into the room.

This one seems to be excited too huh.

Al-sama! Are you going to a hot spring!? I want to go too!

No, I havent decided to go yet.

See, Finne-san is all fired up too right?

Leo says so and presses me to make a choice.

Leo, Finne, Elna. to think that they are all teamed up like this.

As my final hope, I look at Lynfia.

I am also in favor of going to the hot spring. It may be a pain to move now but once you soak yourself in the hot spring, it will completely cure you of your fatigue.

Even Lynfia..

I thought you were my ally.

I dropped my shoulders dejectedly but I still cant give up yet.

Hot spring? My fatigue is not to the extent that I would require one. Im just tired so if I can just get a proper sleep I will recover.

Rather, going to a hot spring might even make me more fatigued.

I dont want to go.

No way

Nii-san. This is for your sake you know.

You liar.

Its written all over your face that you are raring to go, Leo.

Like hell, I would be deceived. While I was telling myself that, another visitor arrived.

Al-niisama.hot spring..

With only her face peeked out from the room entrance, Christa gazes at me.

The feeling of wanting to go transmitted from her eyes.

Behind such Christa, Rita is also peeking at me.

Rita wants to go too!! Lets go Al-nii!!

Rita too

With these members, the schedule adjustment would

Please leave it to me, sir. I have already made all the preparations.

..

Sebas who silently appeared declared that all the preparations are done.

Why!? Your master is me you know!?

I have been relying on his excellence but at a time like this, he is just too nosy.

I glare at Sebas with all my might but he nonchalantly ignores me. Moreover.

If Arnold-sama wouldnt go, there might be a rumor that  Prince Leonard is sneaking out for a vacation with Elna-sama and Finne-sama you know. The image of Leonard-sama might collapse right.

Wouldnt that be the same even if I go!?

It is well known that Arnold-sama, Leonard-sama, and Elna-sama are childhood friends. With the three friends bringing along Finne-sama, Christa-sama, and her friends together, it would unmistakably be taken as a family trip.

Whats that, that reasoning.

The citizens of the capital can be satisfied with just that?

The rumor about Leo who is being admired by the women and Finne who is popular among the men can be subdued just because I am between?

Everything will be alright if Arnold-sama agreeing to go to the hot spring. In other words, you are indispensable for this trip, Arnold-sama.

Why are you trying so hard to get me there.

The succession war is getting more intense so Arnold-sama, as well as Leonard-sama, are being overwhelmed. You will eventually suffer injuries or fatigue. If you both can take some time off now, you should do your best to relax.

Haa..I got it. I just have to go right.

Really!? We did it!!

Leo innocently rejoices like a child while Christa and Rita are celebrating.

Just how much do these guys want to go.

The members are me, Leo, Elna, Finne, Lynfia, Christa, Rita, and Sebas. 8 people, right? I guess we dont need escorts then.

Oi oi, I will be troubled if you forget about me now, Kid.

Sieg entered the room with a grin.

Hot springthats the man Utopia! The view beyond the wall is paradise itself! To go or not to go! Thats the ultimate test of a mans courage. Rest assured! This Sieg will definitely make your dream come true! Kid! Follow me!!

You will take care of the house sitting.

WHATTTTTTT!!??

Sieg who was being delusional on his own was brought back to reality with a shocked expression

Well, I am more surprised that he would be so shocked about it.

Theres no way that I would bring along an obvious peeping tom right.

You are going to peep right. You did declare it yourself just now too.

I, I wouldnt. I was just talking about the courage to get into the hot water just now.

What kind of analogy is that?

No matter how I think about it, he just fully declared that he will be peeking at the girls.

Whatever, you will be house sitting.

Oi!? Are you still calling yourself a man!? Dont you think this is too much!? Dont you feel sorry for your fellow man!?

Nope, not at all.

You devil incarnate! You are going to peek yourself right!? Even after you said that you dont want to go, you are actually concocting an elaborate plan to peek right!? Dont you think that I will allow you to hog all the fun to yourself! The soft skin of a beautiful girl is shared by all men you know!

Saying so, Sieg jumped at me. However, at that moment, his collar grew heavier and face planted into the ground.

Abhe!!

We are leaving you here for your own sake. You might be able to get a peek but Elna will murder you in the end you know?

Like hell, I would stop peeking because I am afraid of the herobr, bring me along.just bring me along!!

Your resolve is splendid but, no.

WHY! Just bring me too! I want to go! I wAnT tO Go!

Saying so, Siege rolls around on the ground like a spoiled brat.

The difference he has from a simple spoiled brat is that he is trying to peek under Finnes skirt while doing so.

Before he could approach her though, Lynfia sent him flying.

We are settled then. If we are going then lets go already. Did you prepare a carriage yet?

Of course, sir.

Nn, alright, lets go.

Damn you..remember this, kid. If you leave me here, the second and third me will appear!!

The second and third you will be killed by Elna anyway so you can rest assured.

Saying so, we departed to the long-established hot spring, [Heilung].