The Useless 8th Prince

Really Wrong Judging You!

Ciel looked at the two figures leading the event. The other was a man who could be considered almost old with a Health-like appearance. He is the King of the Kingdom of Natrace, Garvin Springbell.

To his right, there was a figure that also resembled Heath, but was older and somewhat stocky. He was the First Prince of the Natrace Kingdom, Helmut Springbell.

Turning his gaze away from the two, Ciel looked around then let out a long sigh. The young man was even confused as to what to say.

“...”

Sitting outside the room, Ciel stared with a blank expression. Now they were all in the town square. There are a lot of tables with different types of fruits. There are many types or numbers.

Sitting under the clear blue sky, where it was so bright and dazzling made Ciel feel uncomfortable. Not to mention seeing a lively and cheerful atmosphere, she somehow felt dislike for him, but also did not hate him too much. The feeling may be more awkward because it is not used to it.

“It looks like this is not a suitable place for a person like me,” muttered Ciel with a flat expression on his face.

“Don't be too stiff, my friend! You have to get used to something like this. It is not good to keep confining yourself in the dark and think of many things that make a headache.”

“...”

Ciel looked over to the source of the voice. There looks like a very happy Zack. It really fits with his temperament.

“Can I skip this one and come along in the afternoon or evening?”

“Ayolah .. You can do it. Just one day. Try to have fun, okay?”

Compared to attending such an event, Ciel prefers to relax in his room while getting a comfortable massage.

But that's not possible to do. The reason she and other guests were invited was to attend today's event.

This event itself was made to convey the gratitude of the entire Kingdom of Natrace to the land they occupied. The land was so rich that they did not have to worry about food at all.

Unlike in some kingdoms that were quite difficult to live, even the poor people in the Natrace Kingdom could still eat. As long as they want to get out of town, around it there will be some plants that can be eaten either tubers or some fruit that grows in the bush.

There is no worship of Gods or anything like that because there is no such belief. However, they make an event like this once every three years to remember that they should be grateful.

In the morning until the afternoon, it will be a fruit festival event. While in the afternoon and evening, they have other events.

Some time just passed.

In the afternoon, Ciel looked so tired. Not physically, but mentally. Seeing how almost everyone was enthusiastic towards him, the young man could only smile bitterly.

In this afternoon, the event will change from a fruit festival to a flower festival. At first Ciel felt a bit strange because the process was like a reverse. However after understanding its meaning, the young man quietly nodded.

Everyone would gather in the square while carrying one small basket filled with colorful flower petals. Led by the King, then the Royal family, the nobles of the Natrace Kingdom, nobles from outside the kingdom, a hundred knights, a hundred witches, and a hundred representatives of the small people … they marched towards the river outside the Capital.

Once there, they'll wait a while. When the sun was about to set and an orange color filled the sky, the King led them to pour all the petals of the flower into the river.

The view of the orange river with countless flower petals seemed so dazzling. The event has meaning …

“Let prosperity and glory continue to be carried by the flow of time, not lost or extinguished despite having to pass through the darkness,” muttered Ciel with the corner of the lips lifted.

Eternal peace, is it?

The first king of the Natrace Kingdom made this as a hope for his kingdom. Hope the land they occupy continues to be fertile and peaceful. So safe and secure. Yes, the desire for peace.

Ciel truly appreciated and was quite amazed by the first King of the Natrace Kingdom. Obviously, that person used to prefer peace over war. Prefer to have many friends rather than fighting for power and looking for opponents.

Other than the nobles of the Natrace Kingdom and the invited guests, the others returned to their respective homes. The square has also been cleared by residents and event officials.

Now, in the square only a few rows of chairs and tables remained. On the table, there was the best quality wine prepared.

Sitting at the designated spot, Ciel looked somewhat dazed. He looked at the vast square in front of him that was empty, completely not quite understanding what was happening.

Waiting for a while, the residents came back out of their homes. All the magic crystal lights were turned off, everyone lined up on the edge of the main street while carrying candles. Seeing the sight made the guests quite surprised.

While the nobles of the Natrace Kingdom including the King himself looked proud.

At that moment, Ciel and the others heard the sound of traditional music from a distance. Ciel who had sharp eyes immediately looked into the distance. The main road in the capital was straight from the outer gate of the city directly towards the square. He saw a group of people marching from the gate towards the square with musical accompaniment.

Ciel felt it was a bit similar to Carnival do Rio in his previous life. It's just, there's no cars and flickering lights. But the atmosphere is quite sacred and calm. However, what made her even more astonished was the.

“Twenty groups, in each group there are 50 girls.” Heath who was sitting not far from Ciel explained.

Ciel who had a sharp look saw clearly. A group of girls dancing in colorful clothes marched towards the square with musical accompaniment. In fact, for the young man .. what they use does not deserve to be referred to as clothing.

Rather than clothes, it was more akin to a few pieces of small cloth covering some of the most sensitive parts. More open than the dancer Carnaval do Rio's outfit in Ciel's previous life.

The first group of fifty girls arrived at the square. Accompanied by the music, they began to dance with passion and passion. As the girls danced, a piece of cloth that barely covered their bodies swayed. Ciel who had a sharp look could even see clearly what was behind it.

While Ciel was astonished, the nobles even the people watching looked hot. After one dance was over, they would applaud festively.

The 2nd, 3rd .. until the 20th group finally finished their short dance.

Although it was short, after twenty dances, it was almost midnight. At that moment, the dancers .. a thousand girls lined up neatly in the square. The king then stood up with a smile on his face.

“Thank you to everyone who has attended the Ten Thousand Fruit Festival to the end. As usual …

Guests are welcome to stand.”

Hearing that, Ciel and the other guests stood up. An empty expression was still visible on the young man's face. Still can't believe what he's seen before. However, the King's voice was heard again.

“Honored guests, as tradition .. please go forward to choose your partner tonight.”

“...”

Ciel speechless. At that moment, he heard Heath's whispering from behind.

“They are all not married, there is no need to feel guilty. You can do a one night stand or take it home. Of course ... holy or not it depends on your luck.”

Hearing that made Ciel's scalp numb. How did he know that the festival would be closed by such a dance. Even the thousand beautiful girls gathered from all corners of the Natrace Kingdom were ready to be chosen.

At that moment, Ciel felt the gazes of everyone being pointed at him. It has a very clear meaning. Ciel was the most powerful and honorable guest, they gave the first right to vote to the young man.

Looking at the nobles who were looking at him with impatient expressions like monkeys in the mating season or the thousand girls who were looking at him with burning gazes, Ciel who was standing in his place fell silent. He complained in his heart.

O First King of the Natrace Kingdom, I take back my words. I thought you were a reliable demon, but …

I really misjudged you!

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