You think you're worthy of saving the world?

Don't think that just because you're favored now, you'll always be! Her Highness isn't a woman you can easily win over!

"Yes, yes, yes..." Yuri smiled wryly.

"Speaking of which, Betty, would you like to work for me sometime? What's your current salary? I'll give you a 50% raise!"

"Huh? Didn't I say I would only serve His Highness!"

190. Beautiful and dignified princesses

After school that day, Yuri walked through the seminary campus with several girls.

"Lord Euryphus! I heard you defeated the assassins who attacked the 'Eternal Queen'!"

"I also heard that Principal Joseph is planning to recommend you for an exchange program in Academy City!"

"As expected of our Lord Euryphus, truly remarkable!"

They had heard about Yuri's heroic performance at the Grand Duke's social gathering a few days ago, and excitedly surrounded the prophesied son, asking him all sorts of questions.

Because they were mostly noblewomen of very high status and had very loud voices, the male students around them all kept their distance.

Although this was not Yuri's intention, it looked as if he were parading around the school with his harem.

If Rosalia and Celeste saw this, would they be jealous?

No… they probably wouldn’t even consider a girl that age a threat, Yuri thought.

"I feel like Yuri is getting further and further away from us, Mom, I'm so sad... Waaah."

Ruby, walking beside them, rubbed her eyes with her fingers, wiping away non-existent tears.

Safia, standing beside her, sighed: "I'm quite pleased... Little Yuri, don't forget us when you become successful in the future, okay?"

“Sister Safia owes me 70 Hera, and I will never forget it, even if the world ends,” Yuri said with a smile.

"Ugh, that's so mean!" The blue-haired girl slumped her shoulders in frustration.

"Speaking of which, I heard that Princess Rosalia plans to bestow a piece of land upon Yuri as part of this reward, along with the medal... Is the rumor true?"

Camus asked curiously.

She had also heard many rumors that the Grand Duchess was very satisfied with the performance of the prophesied son.

Yuri nodded.

The imperial honorary title that Rosalia and Celestia originally wanted to fight for him was ultimately rejected due to the strong intervention of the Papal Court.

Instead, the Black Hawk Medal was awarded by the Augusta Royal Family.

This is usually a high-ranking medal awarded only to knights who have made outstanding contributions on the battlefield.

In the Imperial Order of Merit, while it might not be considered Tier 1, it's certainly at least a Tier 2 honor.

It is the highest honor that an ordinary citizen can obtain during peacetime.

"Hoo hoo hoo, Aunt Rosalia has finally realized the value of our Yuri. She truly is a shrewd politician..."

Unfortunately, it's too late to invest now!

Ruby patted Yuri on the back triumphantly, stroking her chin as she said, "Our Yuri is incredibly popular right now; he can't be bought off with just a few small favors."

"If you really want to win Yuri over, you'd better obediently offer up Princess Cecilia of the Valentine family as tribute! That would be a true sign of sincerity!"

“Hey, Cecilia isn’t a commodity.” Yuri rolled her eyes.

Sorry, Ruby...

Aunt Rosa has long been an original shareholder of our company, at the founder level.

They've not only invested in their daughter, but they've also "invested" themselves in the business.

"Yes, that's right... Her Highness the Grand Duchess had already sent an official to inform me in advance."

Therefore, I plan to temporarily suspend my studies to handle matters related to that territory.

"Why!?"

Everyone was shocked.

"Yuri, are you planning to drop out of school?"

"Wait, wait, wait! Mom didn't hear that? I don't agree!"

"Little Yuri, who's going to treat me to lunch now that you're gone!?"

The girls started making a fuss.

Yuri quickly gestured for them to be quiet, explaining that it was only a short-term leave of absence to handle some matters concerning the territory.

"But, but, does that mean Yuri will have to stay there as a lord from now on?"

Yuri shook his head and explained, "No, I will find a professional manager... a regent to handle the affairs of the lord for me. This leave of absence from school is actually for this purpose."

“Lord, Regent… Yuri is so mature…” Miss Ruby of the Lily Cross suddenly revealed a look of disbelief and admiration.

"Haha, he calls himself a lord, but it's really just a small piece of wasteland. I heard the manor is very dilapidated and even haunted."

Safia countered with a serious expression, "But what about their studies? Yuri's individual abilities are definitely not a problem, but what about their final exams in academic subjects?"

"We will take over Yuri's academic tutoring from now on."

A clear and melodious voice rang out from the side.

Everyone turned around and saw two young women dressed in female teachers' uniforms.

They were Irene, the head of the theology department, and Annabelle, the head of the history department, at St. Cromwell.

"Ms. Eileen! Ms. Annabelle!"

Everyone greeted the two female teachers with utmost respect.

As the only two beautiful teachers in St. Cromwell, Eileen and Annabelle were very famous, and even those who were not their students knew them.

Eileen smiled at the camping industry and began to speak.

"Although Yuri is a genius in combat, he seems to lack talent in academic subjects, or perhaps he doesn't work hard enough..."

In any case, if things continue like this, it's questionable whether Yuri will be able to go to Academy City next year.

Principal Joseph was also very worried, so Anna and I decided to use our annual leave this year to tutor Yuri privately.

"What do you mean by private tutor...?" Camus asked, puzzled.

"So it's literally a teacher who lives in a student's home and provides one-on-one tutoring?"

Eileen said with a smile.

For some reason, a brilliant glint flashed in her pupils.

The female students covered their mouths in disbelief: "Ms. Eileen and Ms. Annabelle are going with Yuri, so what about... what will happen to the school?"

Eileen clasped her hands together and adorably squinted one eye: "I'll have to ask my colleagues to cover for me~"

Sure enough, even Ms. Irene and Ms. Annabelle began to look at Euryphus differently, which made the girls sigh with admiration.

"Ms. Eileen and Ms. Annabelle actually moved into Yuri's house to tutor him. How extravagant... Hmm, what if the other male students found out..." Ruby muttered to herself.

“Yuri…you shouldn’t go back to St. Cromwell, you’ll definitely get killed.” Safia nodded in agreement.

"Speaking of which, weren't Ms. Eileen and Ms. Anna also at the event?"

Finally, Yuri abruptly shifted the topic back to the attack.

……

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……

A few days later, the awarding ceremony was held in a temple under the name of the Tenri Church.

The fact that an imperial investiture ceremony was held on church grounds was a result of a compromise between the Grand Duchess, the Elf Queen, and the Papal Court.

Although Yuri had heard it was just a small, private ceremony and that he could just come expecting a "gift of flowers," he realized he had been tricked when he arrived at the event.

The number of participants was quite large.

Not only Rosalia and Cecilia, Celestia and Grandia, but also their attendants.

There were also people sent by the Papal Court, many nobles of the Empire, people from the press, and so on.

There were even members of the royal family who came from the capital to attend the award ceremony on behalf of the emperor.

The one who bestowed the medal upon Euryphus was none other than Her Highness the First Princess of the Empire.

Angelica Augusta, the "Moon Princess".

With her refined beauty and dignified demeanor, her golden curls exude both nobility and glamour.

Her body, wrapped in a luxurious dress, resembled a budding flower, full yet youthful.

Her Highness the Princess, dressed in her finest attire, making herself look like the most dazzling socialite, was whispering something to her beloved Aunt Rosalia.

Yuri accidentally made eye contact with her, and Angelica immediately turned her head away.

"What's wrong?" Cecilia asked curiously.

Yuri shook his head.

This guy... was probably really unwilling inside, coming all the way by train to award me the medal.

The ill-fated relationship between Euryphus and this princess during their childhood could be discussed for days.

Although they didn't spend much time together, Angelica, with her strong personality and domineering manner, had always looked down on the prophetic child, who was weak-willed and always followed Cecilia around.

They hadn't seen each other for many years, yet they met again on this occasion...

It's understandable that Her Highness is in a bad mood, after all, this award ceremony felt like a slap in the face.

After that, the two only exchanged a few simple words during the entire long and complicated award ceremony.

The black double-headed eagle medal was personally pinned on Yuri's knight's uniform by the First Princess.

Thunderous applause followed, enveloping the two of them.

Yuri: "...Oh, I'm sorry."

During the group photo, his hand accidentally touched the princess's buttocks.