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I made it a bit on the sweet side.

Thank you, Philine.

What is that light?

There hasn't been a report from the castle yet.

What will Prince Aqua do when he finds out it was the Holy Prayer?

Assuming things follow the game's story...

Prince Aqua is a route introduced in the sequel,

so that shouldn't matter.

But now that the game's practically over,

what if we're moving on to the sequel now?

Pardon me.

I'm told that the light we saw earlier

was the result of defective magical equipment.

And Lady Tiararose is asked to return home

until the castle's inspection of said equipment is complete.

I see. Understood.

So it was defective magical equipment.

I'm glad it was nothing serious.

Tiara, I'll see you home.

All right, thank you.

I'd really rather not go home.

I want to see for myself where the game goes next.

I just hope Prince Aqua doesn't take the heroine's hand...

Enter.

I've just returned.

That took a long time. What happened?

Well...

I was surprised to learn that Lady Akari,

the girl by Prince Hartknights's side at the graduation party,

has learned to use the Holy Prayer.

It can't be... Lady Akari did?!

This has become rather problematic.

Lady Akari, of all people...

The Holy Prayer is a power desired by all nations.

The benefits it brings are so great

that any nation possessing it can enjoy total peace.

Yes, which is why those who can use it often marry royalty.

Every royal family wants to make it their own.

Indeed.

It's likely that Lapis Lazuli will make that girl marry Prince Hartknights

so that they won't ever lose her.

Probably so.

But we can at least use the power of Marinforest to intervene.

If we can obtain the Holy Prayer, our nation will prosper even more.

The girl who can use the Holy Prayer, eh?

I want her.

It's been ten days since then,

but I still know nothing about the Holy Prayer.

Since my father is the prime minister, I'm sure he knows...

but I can't ask him about something the royal family is keeping quiet.

"I actually know about the Holy Prayer!"

I can't tell him that, though.

I haven't seen Prince Aqua since that day either.

Does he not know about the Holy Prayer yet?

Or... if he does know about it...

Lady Tiararose.

Preparations to depart for Marinforest are complete.

You can go there whenever you're ready.

Of course, I will accompany you all the way.

Thank you, Philine.

But when will you be departing?

Isn't it nearly time for Prince Aquasteed to return home as well?

It is.

It's so frustrating that I can't do anything but await word from him.

Why isn't Prince Aqua here yet?

I thought once he saw the Holy Prayer's power,

he'd immediately say he wants me and head here to get me.

And then I go to Marinforest with Prince Aqua,

and then we get married!

Or that's what I expected, but it's been two weeks!

Darn it, Prince Aqua! Just get here already!

Philine, what do you think?

It looks absolutely delicious!

Oh, good!

Prince Aqua is coming to see me.

The details must have finally been decided... right?

It'll be fine.

Father didn't say anything,

so I'm sure he won't bring bad news.

I hope Prince Aqua will like these.

I'm sorry I haven't been able to come here very much of late.

The preparations have been taking up all my time.

Please, don't worry about that.

I wonder what's wrong with Prince Aqua...

The truth is, the engagement has been settled.

Lady Akari's, that is.

What?

Lady Akari and... whom?

It wouldn't surprise me if he's been working

to get his hands on the Holy Prayer.

So then... it's going to happen again?

No! Please, don't take Prince Aqua from me!

Lady Akari and Prince Hartknights are now formally engaged.

He's the man who hurt you.

I imagine you feel conflicted about this, but...

It's not... with Prince Aqua...

Tiara?

I'm sorry. I was just so relieved.

I thought you were getting engaged to Lady Akari.

I was so scared.

Why would you think that?

I would never choose anyone but you.

I'm sorry I made you feel so uneasy.

Come now, don't cry.

I'm not...

Huh?

Prince Aqua...

Tiara, I missed you so.

As did I.

Thank goodness.

Thank goodness Prince Aqua didn't choose Lady Akari.

I'm taking you with me to Marinforest.

You'll stay by my side for the rest of our lives, won't you?

Of course, Prince Aqua.

Good evening, Lady Tiara.

Lady... Akari?

Good evening, Lady Tiara.

Lady... Akari?

You know, I've given it a lot of thought.

Lady Tiara, you're a player of this game, aren't you?

The game... So Lady Akari really is like me.

I mean, you're the only thing that differs from the game.

Everything else went according to the game's events,

but the ending didn't go right at all!

Um... I'm not sure I understand.

There's no need to play dumb!

Here I was planning to marry Prince Hartknights and be happy...

but then along came my favorite, Prince Aqua!

I couldn't believe it!

But Prince Aqua is the main route in the sequel,

so I thought I'd be content with Prince Hartknights, my second favorite...

but if I can marry Prince Aqua, I'd obviously rather have him!

You don't even know anything about the sequel, do you?

About the adorable heroine in Marinforest?

What?

I knew it!

I was trying to trick you into admitting it. I'm so glad it worked!

I reincarnated.

I remember playing the game, but that's all.

Hmm... So that means...

you died before even playing the sequel?!

That's unbelievable!

You poor thing! There's no otome game out there anywhere near as amazing!

Prince Hartknights is great,

The sequel's heroine is a duke's daughter in Marinforest named Icilla,

and just when Prince Aqua is feeling fed up with

the fiancée the state chose for him, he meets her on the seashore!

The sequel's heroine?

I lost track of how many times I played it!

Anyway, I think you know this, but I can use the Holy Prayer.

And if I tell my beloved Prince Aqua that, I'll be able to marry him.

So please break up with him.

No!

Why not?

and I played the game so many times!

Prince Aqua is not a game! He's a person!

I know that, of course!

But the way you're looking at this ignores his wishes!

What are you talking about?

As the crown prince of a major country, once he finds out,

he'll obviously want me.

So just...

What are you...

I was thinking, what about a scenario

where Lady Tiara gets injured and her engagement is called off?

Don't worry. It'll only make you fall asleep a little.

You can relax.

You know you'll never get away with this!

Well, I'm the heroine,

so when it's all well and truly over, I'm getting the happy ending!

Come forth, thunder!

Thank goodness. Looks like I made it in time.

Prince Aqua...

Wh-Why...

is Prince Aqua here?

I'm sorry. I see I wasn't in time after all.

What is going on here?!

Lady Akari, you will explain this, won't you?

It's not what you think, Prince Aqua!

I've learned how to use the Holy Prayer!

But it looks like I'll be forced to marry Prince Hartknights...

Please save me, Prince Aqua!

Take me with you to your kingdom!

What gives you the right?

You love Prince Hartknights, do you not?

Stay out of this, Marquis Clamentile!

Prince Aqua, won't having me and my Holy Prayer

make your kingdom even more prosperous?

No! Please don't...

Not Prince Aqua! Please!

I know that.

I know you are in possession of the Holy Prayer.

Then why didn't you make me your fiancée?

Don't underestimate me.

I can lead my kingdom to prosperity even without your power.

So I don't need you.

The only one I want...

is Tiara.

Prince Aqua...

Lies...

All lies!

There's no way you wouldn't choose me...

Apprehend her.

I'm glad you're all right. Do you have any other injuries?

No. I'm safe because you came to my rescue.

And this thing on my cheek is just a scratch.

Um...

Just stay like that.

After what you've been through,

you're welcome to be a little more demanding.

Prince Aqua, thank you so much for coming to save me.

Why do I...

have to live in a place like this?!

I was spared from more serious punishment thanks to Lady Tiara, but still...

Come, water!

As long as I'm in here, this is about the strongest magic I can use.

If this were an otome game, a prince would come to save me...

Yes?

Prince Hartknights!

You came for me!

I'll prepare tea right away!

I won't be staying that long.

You don't have to.

It's so boring here, I can't stand it.

You and I will be married.

Okay, understood.

You accepted that rather easily.

I heard that you... had feelings for Prince Aquasteed.

Of course, Prince Aqua is my favorite,

but Prince Hartknights is mistaken.

I love you, too, Prince Hartknights.

Call me impudent,

but I love everything about this otome game world!

I love you a lot!

Really?

I'll go home now.

Bring that luggage over here.

Prince Aquasteed, please take care of our daughter.

I will, of course, and I will make her happy.

I'm already so happy, after all.

Prince Aqua, I'm already very happy, as well.

Well, you got me.

Preparations to depart are complete.

You're going already? We'll miss you.

After I complete a year of bridal training,

I'll return here briefly for my debutante party.

You can look forward to lots of gifts from Marinforest.

I can't wait.

Be well, Tiara.

Don't do anything too reckless.

I won't. Take care of yourselves, as well.

You, too, Philine. Be well.

Thank you. I will support Lady Tiararose to the end.

My heart is pounding in a way it never has before.

We're off!

There are fairies in Marinforest, aren't there?

Yes. I'm sure they'll give you their blessing.

I can't wait to meet them.

I was too embarrassed to do it before,

but I want to try demanding his attention.

Tiara...

Never mind! This is as much as I can take!

Oh, Tiara, you really are just too cute.

Huh?

A letter?

It's to you, from Lady Akari.

From Lady Akari?

It's too suspicious. I'm sorry, but I'll check it first.

Dear Lady Tiara,

This letter is the strongest magic I'm able to use in the white tower.

I'm going to do my best to be happy with Prince Hartknights,

so please find your happiness, too.

I feel this is a bit too convenient, but...

Is this... Japanese?

If you lose to the sequel's heroine, I'll never forgive you!

Prince Aqua, may I keep this letter?

Well, I don't mind...

If I ever feel discouraged, I'll look at this to cheer up.

I won't lose to the sequel heroine I haven't even met yet!

The crown prince has returned.

Now, I wonder what sort of girl he's brought home.

I'm so happy I get to see the ocean with Prince Aqua!

Who's that smiling on the beach?

Could it be... the sequel's heroine?!