After being reborn, I was turned into a slave girl by a princess.

Lonnies, my goal today is to make you happy!

So you have to cheer me up.

Don't be afraid of me, don't worry, just immerse yourself in happiness and joy!

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Lonis became even more uneasy as she watched Elusia's figure disappear.

At first, she wondered if she was overthinking things.

But soon, when Lonnie saw the hint of annoyance and distress in Elusia's expression, she was certain...

Just now, this black-haired girl clearly wanted to bully me.

However, she suppressed her dissatisfaction and gently said to herself:

"What's wrong, Lonnie? Don't you like steak?"

"No, that's not it. It's just..."

"So, you silly little thing, what do you like to eat?"

"what?"

"Consider this a reward for today's great success in the escape room. Don't be shy, choose whatever you like!"

"!"

This was the first time Lonnie had ever been asked what she liked to eat.

(Actually, this wasn't the first time. Elusia had asked about it before when Lonnies was sick.)

Of course, this was partly due to the harsh environment and the limited variety of food in the cafeteria before... but now, Elusia was being so gentle and kind to her.

Doesn't this mean that my time is running out?

Elusia wanted to take care of herself as much as possible so that she wouldn't leave with regrets.

Elusia, she really is a very gentle girl...

No, or rather, this is how Elusia was supposed to be?

If we lived in a peaceful era, and I were the hero while she was the princess, we might be sitting at the table, enjoying delicious veal steaks, just like we are tonight.

They shared their preferences and were filled with hope for a bright future.

But reality is incredibly cruel.

The pitch-black monster robbed Elusia of all her pride, and also took away her gentleness.

This forces this delicate young girl to wear a mask of arrogance when viewing the world, and she cannot truly let down her guard even with her closest confidante.

No, actually...

It's not that reality is cruel.

I can only blame myself for being so incompetent.

If only I could be as powerful as the King of Ruohui Palace.

That way, we can protect Elusia and make her accept everything calmly.

But nowadays...

I am nothing more than,

The black-haired girl was protecting just a little pushover.

Chapter 17 A Melancholy Mood

As Lonnies's mood gradually turned somber, Elusia's initial calm turned into astonishment.

(How could this be? Why is Lornish still so disappointed?)

I've already taken good care of Lonnie, you idiot, why aren't you happy yet?

Could it be that I've been suppressing this silly maid too much on a daily basis, so she's now living in fear and doesn't dare to be truly happy?

How could this be...?

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In a daze, Elusia had a slight doubt.

From beginning to end, she believed that her attitude towards Lonnies was correct, but now, the fear and cowardice in Lonnies' heart made Elusia feel that she had made a mistake.

(Did I disregard Lornish's personal dignity? Sigh...)

……

If an ordinary girl were in this situation, she would definitely consider factors such as saving face and wouldn't know what to do.

But Elusia wouldn't.

During the time she spent with Lorne in the Land of the End, this pale princess witnessed too much of the joys and sorrows of the world.

For most people, happiness is a very elusive thing. If they have the opportunity to grasp it, they are lucky enough to cherish it for a lifetime.

and so……

Elusia cut straight to the point and asked Lonnies directly:

"Well, Lonnies, since you won't say what you want to eat, I'll ask you a question. No dodging or lying, okay?"

"what?!"

"Lonnies, what do you think of me? Or rather, what kind of person do you think I am?"

"!"

When asked this question, Lonnie instinctively shrank back as if trying to escape.

However, Elusia acted even faster, grabbing the silver-haired girl's wrist and looking directly at her with her clear gaze.

"Elcia?"

“Say what you want to say. I told you, I will absolutely not bully you tonight.”

Looking at her wrist that had been grabbed, Lonnie swallowed hard.

She never imagined that Elusia would do such a thing to her.

Why ask yourself this kind of question?

Why is Elusia's gaze so serious...?

Although she wanted to guess Elusia's feelings, when the time came, Lonnie realized that she didn't have any experience in having in-depth conversations with girls at all.

He had no idea what Elusia was thinking, her troubles and worries, or what kind of enemies she was facing.

Indeed, I am not mature enough.

Elusia must have seen through my feigned courage, which is why she made me play the soft girl, right?

and so……

I am really terrible.

But at least...

I shouldn't have lied to Elusia.

Just like in the cave in the Snow Kingdom, Elusia is much gentler now and no longer holds a sword to my neck.

So, let's answer honestly?

Although that answer might be a little embarrassing.

But when it comes to someone you like, there's nothing to hesitate about...

……

So, Lonnie blushed and opened her mouth, saying to Elusia:

"Elusia, I love you... It doesn't matter that you're a girl, I want to be your lover and stay by your side forever."

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Back on the magical ship, Elusia rinsed her hair with hot water.

The bathroom was filled with a misty, steamy atmosphere, but even so, Elusia couldn't calm down...

What's wrong with me?

Why is my heart pounding so hard...?

Didn't I already know that that idiot Lonnie liked me?

That's why I survived, and that's why I've stayed by this silly maid's side and gone on adventures with her.

But nowadays...

"Damn it, it's all that idiot Lonnie's fault! Why did she suddenly say something like that in the restaurant?! I was asking her what she thought of me, why did that idiot just confess like that?"

The black-haired girl clenched her fists in frustration, really wanting to punch Lonnies.

However, I cannot take action...

That would break the agreement we made tonight.