The Worst Princes' Battle Over Giving Up The Imperial Throne Chapter 19

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Translator: Redeyes

Editor: Asada

Finally, the fateful day arrived.

On the Bus.h.i.+n-Sai [1], the opened Imperial Garden was crowded with the residents of Ando. I looked down from the top of the grand staircase in front of the court. Next to it, Iifu・Ryausha・Sauran lined up.

This place will be my execution table today ―― instead, it is actually the podium.

“―― Because of this, the prosperity of our country depends on the blessing of the G.o.d of War…!”

By the way, the Emperor was giving the festival's opening speech with a loud voice from the observatory on the top floor of the court instead of the fragments of stairs. The person who can deliver a clear voice from that distance to the garden can only be monster.

I was absorbed in my own thought without listening, in particular to the contents of the Emperor's decree.

” What should I do….” ~Sugen

In the end, no big plan came to my mind.

At best, I could come up with “to stretch the story as I can.” If you look down below, you will realize that most people have sake bottles or a barrel in their hands, and they were waiting for the festival to start. Regardless of the decrees of the current Emperor, who is usually respected, at this time, the majority should be thinking, “end quickly.”

No one expected that the speeches of the princes will start after the Emperor. If you continue to talk about things in slow, roundabout ways, you may irritate themb and lose popularity.

However, it's weam.

Anyone can think of something of this degree. The other sibkings could prolong it as long as possible and to make them displeased.

To get one step ahead, an original breakthrough solution is needed.

“f.u.c.k”

I bit my nails with irritation, but nothing came up.

Last night, while looking after Gettenwo, I feel something was coming up but, when I woke up this morning, Gettenwo has already left.

“Chew and eat well,” along with that note, only a sweet dumpling was left.

―― If I looked at her face again, something might get something.

Since Gettenwo seemed to be looking forward to the festival, she must be lost in it somewhere. However, I look for her in the crowd, but I could not find her. She was short and hard to find and might have been hiding herself to avoid trouble.

“Oh d.a.m.n it. Is it my turn…? Look. You guys are going down.” ~Iifu

In the meantime, the Emperor's decree was over, and it was Iifu's turn.

With a terrible face, Iifu stood up and headed towards the center of the grand staircase. A reed silk cloth is laid on that position, showing the podium of the princes.

Except for Iifu, the three people descended slightly backward and waited for their turn. I have the most advantage as my turn was last, but I can't help saying such leisure things.

Anyway, now I have to find Gettenwo as soon as possible.

While listening to Iifu's content of speech, I looked around the garden impatiently — Suddenly, I noticed.

A suspicious man was rus.h.i.+ng towards Iifu's podium with a quiet thirst for blood.

Usually, Iifu and the other brothers would have noticed immediately. But now, everyone was full of themselves. It was a form that only I could detect while looking for Gettenwo and concentrated on the spectators in the garden.

“This is bad, Elder Sister. I'm going to the lounge in a while. My turn is still later.” ~Sugen

“You don't have to say it. You should go on your own.” ~Ryausha

After making an excuse to Ryausha, just in case, I left the stairs quietly. Right now, Iifu was unaware of that a.s.sa.s.sin-like man. Even if he was. .h.i.t unexpectedly, he would never die. Still, if he was to reveal his shameful sight as he was attacked in public, then he will be safely “drop out” from the throne battle.

Such an act was absolutely unacceptable

The a.s.sa.s.sin was antic.i.p.ating to deal with it.

Fortunately, the audience was listening to (pretending) Iifu's speech with courtesy, So, I did not make a disturbance when I got down to the garden. Well, from the beginning, the Fourth Prince's face was not remembered anyway.

However, as expected, the a.s.sa.s.sin had an intuition.

As soon as he noticed, the a.s.sa.s.sin quickly slipped through the crowded gap. Not too exaggerated to disturb around. However, the escape speed was enough. His movement was closely resembling Gettenwo.

But, sweet.

I don't think I will try to run in such a crowded area. From the beginning, I was aiming to knock him out with one blow.

As I aimed, the stone that I threw hit the a.s.sa.s.sin's head brilliantly and reaped the target's consciousness.

“Hehe. I'm sorry. This b.a.s.t.a.r.d ran a bit ahead and drunk too much. Please pardon me, I'll pull him right away.” ~Sugen

The dull words or excuses around it were cultivated in downtown in the poor era. Drunk runaway and such are a common sight at a festival. A few people glanced at them, but no one looked interested and looked away.

Just like that, I tried to pull the a.s.sa.s.sin out of the garden — Suddenly, my feet stopped.

The a.s.sa.s.sin was visible now. A close resemblance to Gettenwo.

And then, a plan of reversal flashed in my mind.

The tangled thread of thoughts in my head was suddenly connected clearly.

I stopped taking him to the guard and instead dragged him to the garden under the shade, in the corner of the garden.

” Oi. Get up. Oi.” ~Sugen

” Hmm, Hmm…” ~a.s.sa.s.sin

I woke him up with a slap. The a.s.sa.s.sin's appearance was like a sober man everywhere, but his eyes were cloudy in dim darkness. Certainly not honest.

The man looked at his face, and close his eyes, giving up.

” You b.a.s.t.a.r.d… You are the Fourth Prince. I see. Did I end up here? Since I have failed my mission, I am prepared. Kill me.” ~a.s.sa.s.sin

”  Don't be stupid. Can you kill a valuable human resource in this place?” ~Sugen

Hmm? And, groaning, the man opened his eyes again.

” Human resource?” ~a.s.sa.s.sin

” Oh, I was just looking for someone who can do extraordinary light work. Can you take on one job?”

” Job? Don't joke around. I want to kill you, princes.” ~a.s.sa.s.sin

It's good that he was pa.s.sionate about his duties, but now he was in no position to go along with it. I grabbed the man's face with my palms to avoid his rejection while speaking with maximum coercion.

” There is no time, You are not allowed to refuse. Okay? From now on, you're going to wear black clothing like Gettenwo–” ~Sugen

KUI [2], And I pointed out to Iifu on the stage with my thumb.

” Ask him to give his campaign speech.” ~Sugen

Translator and Editor Notes:

[1] Demon-Fighting Festival
[2]くい – Not sure what this means. It could be a sound effect.

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