Chapter 337: The Two Princesses
Lux’s Side
I never imagined that both Felisiana-sama and Elizalina-sama would be here!
Just as the headmaster said earlier, this truly is unprecedented.
I, along with the other students, couldn’t hide our surprise, but—
Amid it all, Felisiana-sama’s clear voice rang throughout the entire dance hall.
“Everyone, it has been some time since the First Royal Exchange Gathering. I am Felisiana, the Third Princess.”
Then, Elizalina-sama, carrying herself with a far more refined demeanor than her usual approachable air, spoke as well.
“Likewise, I am Elizalina, the Second Princess of this kingdom.”
Then, as she looked over all the students gathered in the hall,
“I believe all of you are currently feeling a range of shock at this unprecedented situation, with two members of the royal family participating in this Royal Exchange Gathering.”
Elizalina-sama spoke with remarkable fluency and composure.
“However, we intend to introduce even more new changes into this country from here on. Whether you perceive the presence of two royals at this gathering as significant or not is up to you, but this is only the beginning.”
This Royal Exchange Gathering serves as a place where members of the royal family and their associates interact with the students of the noble academy, who will go on to support this country in the future.
Some even use it as an opportunity to engage in discussions akin to business negotiations to develop their family’s economic standing.
Among those matters, there are naturally things that are difficult to accomplish without going through the royal family, but with two royals present, such matters will likely progress even more smoothly than before.
To begin with, for two members of the royal family to gather in the same place,
And for us to be able to interact with them, is extraordinary in itself.
As I was thinking that this situation was by no means insignificant,
Felisiana-sama continued from where Elizalina-sama left off.
“As one of those beginnings, during this Fourth Royal Exchange Gathering, after some time has passed from the start, we would like to introduce something that has not existed in previous gatherings. Namely, I, Felisiana, the Third Princess, will take part in a mock battle, crossing swords with a student of the noble academy.”
“!?”
At that, naturally I, and the other students as well, raised our voices in surprise.
Rezamiliana-sama is someone who places great importance on the sword, so like during the previous swordsmanship tournament, there have been occasional opportunities to see her wield it.
But Felisiana-sama is not like that.
Of course, it is widely said that Felisiana-sama can handle a sword, but that has only ever remained in the realm of rumor.
In fact, unless one were royalty, it seems there has never been an opportunity to witness Felisiana-sama’s sword until now.
And yet, to be able to witness such a mock battle from Felisiana-sama—
“Through this opportunity for exchange, I sincerely hope it will become a chance for all of you to learn more about us, the royal family.”
As Felisiana-sama said that, both she and Elizalina-sama lowered their heads.
I, and of course the other students as well, responded with a great round of applause.
“To cross swords… I see, so that is how it is. The Third Princess intends to use this occasion to settle things with me…”
Amid that, it felt like Florence-san, who was applauding beside me just as I was, murmured something.
“Florence-san, is something the matter?”
When I asked quietly, Florence-san immediately turned to me with a gentle smile.
“No, it is nothing… let us enjoy this renewed Royal Exchange Gathering together, Lux-sama.”
“Ah! Yes…!”
As I replied in a lowered voice,
Felisiana-sama, Elizalina-sama, and their accompanying royal associates descended from the second floor to the first floor,
And with that, the Fourth Royal Exchange Gathering truly began.