My word that Alice's identity is the Phantom King. To be honest, I'm not sure yet, but I still think it's a pretty likely conclusion.
　However, the actual Alice doesn't say anything. I'm convinced that my thoughts are correct when I see her smiling at me, and I stare straight at Alice.

''Eh?　Is that him the Phantom King?　No, no, but for all intents and purposes, humans....
''Lilia, it's true that powerful people like you and I judge a race by the magic power of the opponent. But the Phantom King can even change the quality of his magic power and it's impossible even for me to detect the Phantom King's disguise.

　It's true that from what I've seen so far, Alice is not beyond the realm of being human.
　In fact, Zeke and Lilia-san seemed to think Alice was a human, and I thought so too... But if Alice is the Phantom King, it would be easy for her to act as a human, since she has the power to completely transform into even Black.

'In fact, the Phantom King guy used to actually blend in with the god race and even bless them... I don't know what he meant to do that, though.

　I mean, maybe he's just making a little extra money?　Blessing, one gold coin and....
　I got distracted, and now I'm going to turn to Alice first.

"...Alice. If you really wanted to deceive me, I don't think I would have had a shred of discomfort, and you probably wouldn't have screwed up.
....
"...You made me feel different on purpose, didn't you?　When we met at the gate, I was deliberately using the same Icarus story as when we first met, showing Chris that I was well-informed in his castle, and giving him hints here and there.

　
　If I was able to make a perfect disguise, I wouldn't have questioned it if I showed another face as the Phantom King, and there was no reason for me to come out at the right time when Kronor-san was there who knew me by chance.


....

　
　The sound of the bell echoed loudly around her, and after a little while it stopped, Alice finally opened her mouth.

''........Pass. I don't have a shred of complaint anymore. It's a perfect pass.''
Alice, I knew it.
'Yes, that's right. I am the real Phantom King.

　Turning off the handbells and clapping this time, Alice admits that she is the Phantom King.
　I can hear startled voices from those around me, but Alice doesn't seem to be particularly bothered by it and approaches me.

　Then she gets down on one knee in front of me and gently grabs one of my hands... and puts her forehead on the back of my hand.
　No, I'm wearing an opera mask, so it's the mask that's hitting the back of my hand...

Well done. Mr. Kite I apologize to you for my past rudeness. And my respect and loyalty to you for being more than I expected...
Alice.
"The Phantom King No Face my true name is Chartier. I give my power, my heart, all of it to you from this moment forward.

　After declaring her allegiance to me as if she were a knight, Alice slowly stands up.

".........call to order.
What?

　The moment Alice murmurs a word, those in black, whose faces are hidden throughout the garden, suddenly appear.
　And it's not just one or two of them, but a ridiculous number that would easily exceed 100.......and Alice throws the material in front of those black-clad people.

Gather irrefutable evidence I will not wait more than three days. Okey-dokey, right?　Then we're in action.
　"As our visionary king No Face-sama wishes!

　Receiving the words Alice announced in a light tone, the black-clad people show their approval by kneeling down on one knee with a completely controlled movement without any blurring at all.
　And then instantly disappear again........probably headed to investigate. Before you know it, the fake Phantom King is gone too.

　With just one voice, more than 100 people appear. It really is nothing but proof that there are subordinates lurking in each place in this royal capital as well.
　
　Unlike usual, her somewhat dignified appearance is rightly the king's........

Wow, I got goose bumps. I'm so tired of looking so serious -- ouch!
....
'Why are you hitting me?　Mr. Kite!
Can't you do something more, anything more serious?
'No, no, I tried my best. I tried super hard!　He said he'll get sick if he's any more serious.

　After all, Alice was also one of the six kings, and it was not long before I thought that her previous appearance was false and dignified and true, but Alice completely reverted to her usual tone, and I couldn't help but reflexively genk out.

''I mean, Alice... oh, no, should I call you Chartier?''
''No~ It's fine as ever. I like the name too........so what is it?
No, Aris is the Sixth King, right?
That's right - Alice is a great girl. It's like an ehemism!

　Alice poses with her small breasts as if she is about to make a do-over sound effect, and I open my mouth, letting out a big sigh.
　I understand that Alice is one of the six kings, it's just that she's not quite what I imagined her to be...

So that whole thing you said about not having any money, that was all an act?
'Well no, that's serious. I'm seriously broke. Please help me.
...for the Sixth King?
''Don't think the Six Kings are all rich!

　

I have a lot of subordinates to pay!　We're white. Perfect benefits!　No overtime!　Transportation paid!　With a raise!　There is a bonus twice a year!
Uh-huh.
I can't even afford to feed myself every day!　And we're still getting more subordinates every year!　My men's lives may be white, but my life is black!
Yeah, well...

　Alice's words as she shouts out as if to wind up, and I can't help but feel the pressure.
　Then Alice snaps her fingers, and as she does so, the False Phantom King from earlier appears.

''What do you think about that area?''
'Oh, I'm sorry. I forgot to tell you that you should be pleased. Chartier-sama, we have recently added about 100 more people to our corps!
"...do you listen to me?　What, are you just adding more?.......I told you not to add more.......
I'm happy as I am that more and more people are hearing about how wonderful Lady Chartier is!
You can go home now.
'Ha!　Excuse me.

　In contrast to Alice, who has her head in her hands, the False Phantom King's voice is somewhat happy... or maybe it's a woman, though I couldn't tell from her high-pitched voice until just now, but she sounds like a cadre...?
　And as the False Phantom King disappears after Alice's words, Alice clings to my clothes.

'Help me, Kite!　I'm going to be killed by my men!
....

　This guy doesn't have any dignity or anything like that.......and it's starting to give me a headache.
　But, I see, the reason why he usually says he doesn't have any money is because he has too many subordinates.

So, the reason why the money is always gone is not because he gambled, but because he gave it to his men...
'Oh, no, half of it was gambling with... geez!　Ouch!　Ouch!　Kite, stop it, you can't take your cheeks off!
Oh, boy.

　I felt a little sympathy coming on, but shortly after, he started joking around and I pulled my cheeks as hard as I could.
　I take back my previous statement!　I knew I'd have to be harder on this guy!

　Dear Mom, Dad - I also saw the truth in the fact that Alice is the Phantom King and has a huge number of men all over the world. But I was a fool to think it was true, even for a moment. I knew it - Alice is Alice.