As a villain, I really don't want to be pursued by the heroine.

Chapter 30: Which is more important?

As the son of a marquis and a senior student, An Bo had spoken rudely and looked down on this new celebrity more than once.

It was just because he happened to be living off the princess and the saint that he had the opportunity to be in the limelight and reap the benefits.

However, when he really faced Roy at this moment, An Bo could not muster up a trace of arrogance. Under the gaze of those eyes that were surging with dark golden lightning, he gradually had difficulty breathing.

Even if we put aside the power, he felt firsthand that the other party was at least a mid-level transcendent who was far superior to him.

Being able to enjoy the title of the number one prodigy in the Western Continent in the academic city where many heroes gather has already proved a lot.

The crushing power and extraordinary talent left An Bo without even the slightest confidence to fight back.

"So, you are the mastermind behind this?" Roy asked frivolously.

There was less anger in his words, and instead a hint of indifference, and he even lost interest in caring.

The other party doesn't even bother to care, which is the humiliation of arrogance.

But at this moment, a carriage came galloping.

The blue-haired prince stepped down from the carriage, and Anbo's eyes lit up again.

He can't deal with Roy, but there's always someone who can!

Damn Lionhearted people, don’t think you can do whatever you want!

An Bo ran to Jason's side, overjoyed: "Your Highness Jason! You came at the right time!"

"It's time to teach these arrogant lionhearts a lesson!"

However, the blue-haired prince walked right past him and straight up to Roy.

Anbo didn't care about being annoyed by being ignored. As long as he could see the Lionhearted man being humiliated, he was satisfied.

But he was disappointed again.

There was no scolding, no questioning. Jason and Roy's conversation was a little too calm. It couldn't be said to be a close friendship, but it was definitely not hostile either. In the end, it even ended with both of them laughing.

"I understand."

Jason turned around, his smile instantly fading. A sinister light reflected from his glasses. "You've repeatedly disobeyed my orders and offended friendly foreigners. It seems Master Anbo is very dissatisfied with my decision."

"...This is strange! We in the South Sea faction are the seniors, why should we peacefully share profits with them?! Your Highness, why are you afraid of these guys?!"

"Short-sighted."

Jason shook his head.

The disputes between factions are just a preview of the future and are not worth mentioning in terms of the interests between countries.

Surrendering a few strongholds and some goods in exchange for the Lionheart Kingdom's favor was a sure-win deal. A long-lasting friendship far outweighs a temporary enemy, but unfortunately, some people don't even understand this.

"Roy, Amber has caused you trouble. How do you think I should deal with this guy?"

"Your Highness, you're joking. How can I have the nerve to make the decision for you? However, in my opinion, stupidity is not a sin."

Disobedience is the crime that the monarch cannot tolerate.

The fact that he specifically mentioned this was enough to show Roy's displeasure.

Compared with the cooperative relationship with many forces led by the Lionheart Kingdom, being a mere son of a marquis is really nothing.

Besides, the important thing about a marquis’s son is that he is a marquis.

There was no way Jason couldn't tell the difference between the two.

Jason understood his true meaning and nodded slowly, "No matter what, disobedience is disobedience."

"If Mr. Roy hadn't arrived in time, if I hadn't received the news that you had triggered the incident, would you have really wanted to attack Lionheart's juniors today?"

"I......"

"Anbo, it seems I need to report your performance to your father. He will decide whether you are still qualified to continue studying at the school."

For some people, suing parents is so devastating.

Especially for the nobles, the head of the family decides the family's inheritance rights. Letting them know the ugly behavior of disobeying orders is tantamount to a death sentence in their political career.

"Your Highness? Your Highness?! How could you listen to the advice of someone from another country... Wait, I was wrong! Please don't...!"

Anbo never imagined that his prince would abandon him without hesitation in order to please Roy.

When it really came to this moment, he didn't even have the chance to beg for mercy before he was dragged away by Jason's guards.

The tide of the South Sea faction members was withdrawn, and the Lionheart faction members also drove the carriages to continue according to the original plan.

After everyone dispersed, Jason rubbed his swollen brow and smiled bitterly: "I'm sorry, I didn't discipline you well this time and caused you trouble."

"There are always those who are short-sighted and fail to understand the overall situation. They will pay the price for this offense. I hope they will not shake the foundation of friendship between our two countries."

"Yeah." Roy nodded slightly.

After confirming that the mastermind was just a small character like Anbo, he didn't even bother to get angry. He just wanted to quickly resolve these small matters and go back to accompany Charlotte.

Please, it’s such a waste to spend our precious time on your intrigues. Wouldn’t it be better to spend time with girls?

"By the way, last month our Chamber of Commerce sent a delegation of representatives. They should have arrived in the Lionheart Kingdom by now, but there's been no news..."

It's quite strange.

But Roy was speechless.

Is it possible that I'm just the son of a marquis and never interfered in the diplomatic affairs of the two countries? It's useless to tell me this.

"I'll tell Charlotte."

"Excuse me. Please convey my congratulations to Her Highness the Princess."

Seeing that Roy was eager to go home, Jason stopped talking nonsense and left tactfully.

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The street scene is prosperous.

The Lionheart flag fluttered in flames, the crowd's laughter resounded through the night sky, and the bright lights turned into a golden ocean that stretched to the end of the sight.

It looks very much like the Lionheart Capital.

Just like the Lionheart Capital she had seen countless times when she came out for some fresh air at the end of her birthday dinner.

Lively, noisy, yet inexplicably lonely.

Charlotte lay on the windowsill, turning the empty red wine glass. As the protagonist of the birthday, what was reflected in her eyes was not the crowd celebrating for her, but the dark night.

She couldn't say she hated it, but she never really liked birthday parties either.

Celebration was more of a political activity to unite the nobility and the people, and speaking and toasting were her duties as a princess.

Only on her birthday last year, when she had an encounter with the boy, did she truly feel the passion and how beautiful the sunset moment was.

but......

"Sunset has already ended."

Charlotte murmured quietly, lowering her brows.

I don't know what gift Roy is preparing, but what she really wants is never a carriage, jewels, or even a unique date.

The night wind is cold and quiet.

Charlotte, a fire-type transcendent, trembled slightly, like a shivering kitten lost in a long cold night.

Gifts and such are actually good in any way.

"Come back soon, idiot."

"So I'm not back now?"

"!"

The sudden call from behind startled Charlotte, and the wine glass in her hand fell from the sky, causing a burst of shouting and cursing from the audience below.

The two of them retreated silently to the balcony.

Chapter 31 When the Fireworks End

"Why are you being so sneaky?!"

"I didn't mean to give you a surprise..."

Glancing at the boy's empty hands, Charlotte's eyes dimmed for a moment, but brightened again when she saw the boy's figure.

"Is the matter settled?"

"Someone from the South China Sea faction came to cause trouble, and Jason stepped in to deal with it. He also asked me to wish you a happy birthday on his behalf."

"Oh."

Charlotte replied indifferently, raising her eyebrows and pretending to be relaxed: "I'm happy, I guess."

"Although it lacks the final surprise, I'll still give you a full score..."

Roy asked curiously, "Who said there's no final surprise?"

"Ugh?"

"Don't look at me, look over there!"

Roy held the silly little head with one hand and thought only of the end of the night sky with the other.

Following the direction he pointed, Charlotte's beautiful eyes widened.

With a sharp whistle that broke through the air, and a "bang",

The fireworks lit up the entire night sky.

Crimson fireworks burst into full bloom, and exciting explosions resounded in the air.

Countless fireworks interweave to form a brilliant curtain of light, combining into a dazzling moment.

At this moment, the moonlight and starlight were eclipsed, and the entire night sky was dyed with the color that belonged only to Charlotte.

All the people in the academy looked up. As long as they were in the academy, they would be able to see the grand yet ordinary blessing dedicated to only one person, Her Royal Highness the Princess.

It was a small Flame Lion King and a simple congratulatory message.

"Happy birthday, Charlotte Reinhart."

God knows how many fireworks Roy bought to create such a spectacular scene.

However, no matter how grand the fireworks are, they can only last for a few seconds.

The fireworks will eventually fade away, and the people's cheers will gradually fade away after reaching their peak.

Only his ruby-like eyes still sparkled brilliantly, lingering on the fireworks presented just for her at that moment.

"Is this the surprise you were talking about?"

"Yes. The Blue Moon Chamber of Commerce's special fireworks can be customized with patterns and words."

“It’s going to cost a lot of money.”

"It's okay. Jason gave us a good discount. Besides, it's only natural to put a little extra thought into an important day, right?"

The sunset in the past was indeed beautiful, but Roy did not want to simply replicate the past, nor did he think that the Ruby Hotel, which was built in imitation of the Red Fort, could be compared with the beautiful sunset of that day.

He wanted to depict the future for Charlotte, not recreate the past.

Every day from now on will be as brilliant as today.

Roy tightened his grip on the small object in his pocket, took a steadying breath, and walked forward solemnly.

"So, are you satisfied with this birthday celebration?"

"...Come here and I'll tell you."

Roy took two more steps forward, but unexpectedly, a fragrant breeze blew in his face, and the girl had already opened her arms.

The burning passion that he had been waiting for for who knows how long came from his lips, igniting his equally restless heart.

Just like that day, the kiss we mustered up the courage to share under the setting sun. But the feelings contained in it were far greater than that time.

After a long time, the two slowly separated.

Roy smiled lightly, somewhat complacently: "It seems that you are quite satisfied."