"Did ...... fail?
I'm sorry.

　Night . The man looked up from his desk, illuminated by the light of the ore in the candelabra.

　In front of him was his secretary, bowing her head.

"We've got plenty of money. Did they cut out the middleman and give you a crude assassin?"
No, I was able to hire the best of the best.
Then why?
The ...... princess's guest.
...... Nonsense.
It's true. I got it from the only man who survived. His jaw was shattered, so he was writing.

　The seated man nodded as he accepted the paper roll offered to him.

I got it. That's enough.
"Yes.

　After watching his back as he left the room, the man opened the scroll.

"I thought I could get rid of this annoying art. ......

　It contained detailed information on how a guest named Futa had defeated the assassin.

"...... Are you sure the rumors are true?

　I muttered quietly.

"Princess Lilac brought a potential knight from outside.



















　--King's castle. Futa's guest room.


"Knight candidate?

　I'm not sure if this is a good idea or not.

I'm not sure what you're talking about.　I'm not sure if it's a good idea or not.
"Me?
The princess didn't bring any other knight candidates from outside, did she?
It's true, but don't say anything.

　One push-up, two push-ups, carefully placing your chin on the carpet.
　I'm sure you'll be able to understand why.

I've heard that you saved a pretty maid from a crisis.
"You're talking about someone else. It was you, wasn't it?
I didn't save anyone else, did I?
I'm not saving anyone. The only maid I know is Corona.
Hmmm... ......, so someone saw you... there was a man who survived... ......?

　As always, the distressed Corona in a distracted voice.

　Every time Futa does a push-up, the girl on his back bobs up and down.

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

I'm not sure if you've seen this before, but I'm sure you've.
I'm not sure.　I'm not sure.　I don't know.
Well, I don't know anything about this country. Tell me.
Yes, sir!　Well, let me tell you something.
"What do you mean?

　I'm not sure if you've ever heard of this, but I'm sure you've heard of it.

"...... princess slave.
"What?
It's a joke.

　I'm not sure what to make of it.

I'm not sure if it's a good idea, but it's a good idea. A close aide, if you will. It is a royal tradition to have a most trusted guard.
"Guard, you mean.
That's right. The strongest one is appointed. I'm sure you're not the only one.　--It's just that...

　I'm not sure what to make of that.

In the event that you have any questions regarding where and how to use the internet, you can call us at the web site.
I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.
I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.　If you guessed correctly, you'll get a melon from yesterday.
Oh, I see. ......

　The next thing I know, there's a neatly cut melon sitting on the table.

　All of yesterday's fruit ended up in Futa's room for some reason.
　It was bought with Corona's money, but there was not enough to eat.
　Even though she's eating them in his room, they'll get damaged if he doesn't help her.

I don't know if it's because it's expensive, but it's good.

　I don't know if it's because they're expensive, but it's true that all of them are the best fruits Futa has ever eaten.

I'm not sure if it's because they're expensive or not, but they were the best fruits Futa has ever eaten.
I'm sure that's true. You can find a lot more information on the web at .......


"Either someone at ...... saw it, or he reported it.
"Him?

　Hopping into Futa's bed and picking up a muscat from the side table, Korona turned around.

　She was no longer poking around her bed as much as she liked.

I didn't kill the guy who was throwing the knife, you know.
Oh, I didn't know that. I didn't know that!

　Against the man I killed, I mimicked the assassination technique with a knife.
　But against the man who threw the knife, I imitated his self-defense technique.
　That's all. It would have been nice to finish him off politely, now. I was more worried about whether Corona was injured or poisoned at that time.

　Securing her safety for the time being was a higher priority for Futa.

"Nah-ah-ah-ah-ah. I'm sure you can explain it to me.
"Explain?
I'm talking about why there's a rumor. I was wondering if anyone had seen me.
I see. ....... Is that what rumors are?
Yes?
An assassin messing up a mission, that's not something you spread around.
Oh, ...... that's not what I meant, Master Futa.

　It's not that I don't care if my hair gets crumpled, she says, rolling around on Futa's bed.

The source of the rumor is not important at this time. I'm not sure what to make of it. ...... But in order for it to spread, you need a backer.
So all you need to spread the word is his testimony?
Oh, clever!　I'll give you a cut blood orange for that.

　He jumped up from the bed, cut the orange with a familiar hand and put it next to the melon.

It's not like the assassin himself is going to testify. I'm sure you'll be able to find something that will help you get through the day.　It's a great way to make sure you're getting the most out of your money.
I'm sure you'll be able to figure out what's going on.
I'm not sure what to make of that. I'm not sure what to do.

　Futa's push-ups stopped.

"Futa-sama?　What's wrong?　Want some more fruit?
"...... Corona.
I'm sure you've heard of it.　I'm not sure what you mean. You've always been a serious person, but now you look like a serious Zeta.

　Futa stood up and approached Korona with a frown.
　You've got to be careful not to make a mistake.

　In the end, he grabbed both of her shoulders tightly, which made her even more upset.

I'm not sure what to make of it.　What is it?　A marriage proposal?　It's not a bad situation, but think about the location.　I need a better maid, a better location.
"Stay next to me.
"Pfft?

　Corona's face turns red.

"No, I mean, Futa-sama?　I was just kidding, maid. I'm sure you're not the only one.　It's bad taste.
"Is this a joke?
What? Excuse me. Wait. Please wait! Maids, no matter how much you love me, I'm not going to touch anything that belongs to the princess.

　I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.

　It's not always possible to say that a woman is a woman.
　You can't always say that a woman is a woman, but a strong gaze directed at someone you like more than the bare minimum can be more than a little pleasurable.

　Especially when you feel guilty, as Corona did.
　It was a surprise even to Corona herself that it turned into a sense of immorality and struck her heart. She was surprised that she still had the sensibility of a girl of her age.

　So she was relieved when she said the following words.

"I'll protect you, don't leave me.
"...... Ah. I see, I see. So that's it. I forgot that Futa-sama wanted the maid to live.
What are you talking about? I want you to live. Of course I do!
No, I don't want you to get all hot and bothered. We're both spinning out of control, and it's a great comedy, Master Futa.


You're the one who saved my life.
Oh, it goes on and on, doesn't it?
So when I heard there was an attempt on your life, I didn't want to leave you alone.
No, I'm fine in the palace. They're not stupid.

　He pulled Futa away from him.

And besides, this was all part of the princess's plan, right?

　I'm not sure what to do.

　I'm sure you'll be happy to know that I'm not the only one who's had it.

　She let out a small sigh, filled with many emotions.

　She lightly fanned her face with her hand because it was strangely hot.