The Strongest Dull Prince’s Secret Battle for the Throne

Chapter 131: Lynfia’s worry: First Part

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The next day after I went out to distribute the food with Finne. I saw something unusual.

Lynfia is sighing. Moreover, she looked like she is troubled.

It is very rare for Lynfia who normally doesnt show many of her emotions to be like this.

Whats wrong? Lynfia.

Its nothing, please dont mind me.

Lynfia said as she bows.

When she puts it like that I cant help but get more worried. If Lynfia is in trouble then I want to help her. I have received plenty of help from her after all.

If you have something you are worrying about then tell me. I will help.

That isI cant. It is a personal matter so please do not worry about it. There is no need for Your Highness Arnold to trouble yourself.

Lynfia then bowed again and left the room with the necessary documents.

Hmm?

Whats this?

Sebas.

Is there something wrong, sir?

When I called his name, Sebas silently appeared.

It is always like this so I stopped bothering asking where he was hiding.

Do you know anything?

I cant say that it is a good hobby to investigate a womans private life, sir.

Is it such a private problem?

Is she having a problem with a man?

If thats the case then it would be too nosy of me to investigate further huh. Still, it is hard for me to imagine that Lynfia would be troubled by a man. Thats a little rude of me though.

If you say that it is a private problem then it is indeed a private one.

If it is not something that you have trouble sharing then just tell me. If not then just keep your mouth shut. Which is it?

Certainly, there is no problem for me to share this but it is not a problem that can be simply solved you know?

That was Sebass way of warning that it would be troublesome. Whether I am willing to stick my neck out for her or not, that is what Sebas is asking me.

I frown at such Sebas.

Honestly, I would like to be spared from any more trouble. Since I worked hard yesterday, my whole body is having mild muscle pain right now.

However, it is not good to leave Lynfia troubling like this. If Lynfia makes a mistake because of that, it would be our side that suffers and if it causes Lynfia to quit, it would be a big blow for us.

Haatell me.

As you wish. As far as I know, Lynfia-dono received a letter from her sister the other day. Her sisters birthday is near. And that Lynfia-dono had sent most of her reward back to her village. These three points, sir.

I seea birthday present huh.

She wants to buy something as a gift for her sister but she doesnt have much budget. So thats her worry.

Lynfias little sister along with the children we rescued from the south are staying at the border while being protected by Lize-aneue right now. Of course, Lize-aneue is properly taking care of them but it would be hard to find a toy inside a military facility after all.

As long as she cant stay with her, it is only natural to think about buying her a gift.

However, Lynfia is sending money to her village. She cant reduce the amount so she is probably thinking about a way to raise some money.

Its Lynfia we are talking about, she wouldnt just accept money for personal problems even if I give it to her after all.

That is right. We certainly cant simply hand her the money and solve the problem.

It is easy for me to buy a present for her myself but Lynfia would never accept it so, what to do?

Lynfias worry will not go away. I do feel guilty that I cant let Lynfia go to her sisters side. That guilt probably wont go away even if I buy her a gift with money as well.

What do you think I should do?

I cant say.

I see.

Despite being so good at everything, Sebas is not omnipotent. Is there a way to come up with the right answer here?

What should I do?

It is useless to give her money, I cant buy the gift for her either.

This sure is troubling.

Cant help it then. I will go get some advice.

From whom?

Your ex-master.

I see. She is certainly a good person to ask.

With that decided, I stood up.

And thats the story. I want some advice.

I am currently at the inner palace.

In front of me is a black-haired woman.

Mitsuba, the Sixth Consort, also my mother.

Ara Ara, your mother is more than happy to talk with you about a girl you know.

No, this is not about a girl, I just want to ask you about a gift for one of our cooperators sister.

Its the same. You took a liking to her so you recruited her help right?

It is just to thank her since she has been helping me.

A simple thank you? You are so boring.

Im fine with being boring.

What a boring son you are. But for you to take an initiative in when you are always complain about about troublesome this bothersome that, you must trust that child quite a bit arent you.

Well, moderately.

Hearing such a reply, my mothers smile deepened.

She seems to be enjoying this. Well, I and Leo rarely ask anything from her after all. She probably enjoys this since its rare for me to come to her like this.

So, what do you think I should do?

What do you think is the best way to help the starving people?

Thats rare. Mother rarely said something like this.

Moreover, its a question without a correct answer. After all, each person has their own answer.

Are you asking me how I would do it?

Well, you can take it like that. Now, how would you help a lot of starving people?

The question changed a little.

How to save a large amount of starving people. If I give them a lot of food, the food will probably run out. That way, many wont be saved.

To save a lot of starving peopleI would give them jobs and integrate them into society.

Correct. And the answer you seek can be found in that. If it is a reward for your work then neither you nor the people around you would be able to complain. If you favor one person, dissatisfaction might be born. The person who received your favor will also feel that burden. To prevent that, it would be better for you to give them a job.

I see. That makes sense.

Well, there are things in this world that wont go the way you expect it to though. To give a person work and integrate them into society, you would need to create more work and if you cant, you will fail. The one who will be affected by that failure will be the people at the bottom. You have to prioritize those people first. I think distributing food to them is a good idea. Still, that wont be enough.

Its Leos job to do something about it. And what I am asking your advice for isnt that deep of a problem so dont bring it into that direction please.

Creating jobs is the duty of the people at the top.

Distributing food will not be a fundamental solution. If you are going to get involved then show me that you can solve it. With her implying that to me, I frowned and cut the conversation short.

Such a thing is not within my jurisdiction. In the first place, I came here to ask for her help regarding Lynfias worry. I have no intention to tackle such a big problem.

So you dont like having a deep conversation with your mother?

Yes, I cant say that I do.

Then lets have a light one. Who are you going to take as your bride?

I have no plan to marry anyone you know.

Astounded at her question, I sigh, and sip on the tea.

Seeing me like that, Mother muttered something without changing her expression.

The other day, His Majesty came to talk to me about your marriage.

Pbfst!

I inadvertently spit the tea back out.

What did she say just now?

Father came to talk to her about my marriage? In other words, he is trying to use me for political marriage?

No, I understand that I am easier to use for that purpose than Leo. maybe he gave me the title because of that? So he was trying to erase my reputation as the Dull Prince?

Did he order me to keep up my reputation because the negotiation will be easier that way?

Who is it? Is she from the Empire? Is she from another country?

Looking at this timing, it is probably someone from the outside. Dignitaries from other countries will come to the 25th coronation anniversary. Is he planning to wed me to someone using that timing?

This is bad. That damn Father. He went behind my back.

It was a story from my dream though.

.Yes?

As I said, it was a story from my dream. I woke up when we were about to get to the good part though. I wonder who His Majesty would be willing to let you marry?

Mom..

Seeing my attitude, Mother started grinning.

With these Father and Mother, no wonder my personality is like this. Leo really is a special case huh.

I wiped the spouted tea and silently stood up.

I dont know how she would tease me next if I stay with her any longer.

Ara? Leaving already?

Yes, I already heard what I came here for after all.

You dont have fun chatting with your mother?

I think Mother is the only one who enjoyed it.

You dont know? A child is always his mothers toy you know?

She just stated something ridiculous so nonchalantly.

It wouldnt be weird if the child breaks off his relationship in a normal family you know.

While I was thinking so, Mother grins.

Do come again. Bring someone with you next time alright.

You just called me a toy though.

Then you can just grow up so that you wont get toyed with any longer right.

No matter how much I grow, I dont think that will be possible.

True. no matter what, my son will always be my son after all. You cant beat your mother. Come back so that I can play with you more okay.

Saying so, Mother smiled at me and waved her hand.

Seeing that, I sigh and turn away. However, she leaves a parting word.

Al, did you hear anything from Elna?

? What do you mean?

If you dont know then thats fine. Right, it is still too early after huh.

She muttered as if she was troubled by something.

What on earth is she talking about now?

I was tilting my head curiously but Mother says nothing more. It seems she doesnt feel like telling me huh.

I gave up and left. My original aim was already fulfilled after all.

Lets prepare a job for Lynfia.

Now, what kind of job would be good.