The villainous prince who bullied Feng Aotian was actually myself.

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If the goal is to develop tourism, then once it takes off, the flow of people will increase significantly. With so many people, things will get mixed up, so it is indeed necessary to deploy troops in advance to maintain order.

Since that's the case, Hawkeye has nothing more to say.

After all, Leon currently... at least on the surface—does have the right to govern the country.

"Your Excellency, I also want to achieve something, at least so that I don't appear so useless in front of my father."

Leon let out a soft breath.

Although he said this seemingly to Hawkeye, Leon was actually speaking to Leon.

He knew that Hawkeye, that double agent, would definitely report all this to Leon, and Leon would inevitably investigate Peace Town thoroughly.

Despite having watched the original anime, Leon still couldn't figure out what Leon was thinking. To be honest, Leon was really wary of Leon.

He said this to mislead Leon, making Leon think that he only had ambitions for the throne and wanted to achieve something to prove himself to Caesar.

Of course, whether Leon would think that way is something Leon cannot be sure of.

"..."

This involves the throne; speaking carelessly could cost you your head.

If I were to comfort Leon at this moment, I would be standing against Leon and the Regent.

If he doesn't comfort Leon, it would be tantamount to making it clear to Leon that he is not friendly towards him.

Caught between a rock and a hard place...

Hawkeye chose to remain silent.

"I apologize, I shouldn't have said that to you. I hope you can pretend you didn't hear my last sentence."

Seeing that Hawkeye didn't speak, Leon paused for a moment before continuing.

"Your Highness, rest assured, I know nothing. If there is nothing else, I will take my leave now."

Hawkeye just wants to get away now.

"Okay, you may leave now."

You don't know anything? You'll know everything when you tip off Leon later!

That despicable traitor!

Leon, of course, also hoped that Hawkeye, that traitor, would leave as soon as possible.

"Then, Your Highness, I shall take my leave."

After receiving permission, Hawkeye quickly withdrew.

After the door was closed again, the office became quiet once more.

Ping'an Town...

No matter what, Anna absolutely cannot get hurt!

Otherwise, if Helena turns evil, he'll be doomed too.

The thought of being chilled to the bone by the yandere version of Helena made Leon shudder.

Women—they're just too dangerous!

If possible, stay away from women as much as possible.

Leon thought to himself, but reality often makes people live the way they hate.

Hawkeye had only been gone for less than five minutes when the office door was knocked on again.

"what's up?"

Leon looked at the messenger knight who had entered.

"Your Highness, Miss Hazel of Hayden House requests an audience."

"That's what the knight replied."

Chapter 53 Bad News

After the messenger knight left, Leon didn't have to wait long before he met the ethereal Hazel.

Hyor's smooth, silver hair fell naturally over her shoulders, with delicate and beautiful braids tied at the ends. She wore green four-leaf clover earrings on her cute, pointed ears, a symbol of the Elven race.

She wore a high-quality, artistic light green belted long dress with a beautiful white women's tie at the neckline. The skirt folded in intricate layers until it just covered her knees, revealing her fair, slender, and shapely calves.

It must be said that this outfit perfectly complements her beautiful emerald green eyes.

pretty,

beautiful.

For a moment, Leon, who always considered himself quite rational, was somewhat dazed.

"Your Highness Leon, good afternoon."

Hazel gently pinched the sides of her skirt at her waist with both hands, slowly bowed, and slightly lifted the skirt as she gave Leon a proper bow.

Previously, Hazel would naturally have disdained to show respect to Leon, but this was, after all, the palace, where royalty was supreme! Especially in such a serious and formal setting as Caesar's office.

So although Leon and Hazel didn't need to be so polite, due to the difference in their status, basic etiquette was still necessary.

"Miss Hayden—has something happened?"

Leon stood up and quickly walked to the sofa next to Hazel. After sitting down in the main seat on the left, he gestured for Hazel to sit down as well, and then asked.

He had no intention of sitting high and mighty behind his desk and having Hazel stand and speak to him like everyone else, even though that would have been the proper etiquette.

But etiquette is static, while people are dynamic.

Moreover, if the situation becomes even more dire in the future, he will need to rely on the help of Hayden Prefecture to survive.

As the beloved daughter of Marquis Hayden, Leon naturally couldn't let Hazel dislike him too much, so he had to treat her well.

Hmm...

Hazel hadn't expected Leon to lower himself and talk to her on equal footing; she had originally planned to stand and talk to Leon like that.

This reminded her of her arrogant and rude attitude when Leon visited Hayden House, and she immediately felt ashamed.

Fine, I admit it, I'll take responsibility for the manners issue this time.

"Thank you... thank you, Your Highness."

Hai Rou'er's fair face flushed slightly. After hesitating for a moment, she sat down in the guest seat on the sofa with a hint of shame.

However, her actions were strangely odd to Leon, who was used to seeing arrogant versions of Hazel.

Uh... wait, what's with this shy attitude of yours?

I am a very good person, and I have not done anything strange to you!

The atmosphere was inexplicably awkward.

"Miss Hayden."

"Your Highness Leon."

After a moment of silence, Leon and Hazel spoke almost simultaneously.

"Miss Hayden, please speak first."

Looking into Hazel's beautiful emerald green eyes, Leon awkwardly laughed and spoke.

"Hmm... Your Highness, please speak first."

Oh my god, why do I feel so embarrassed!

Hajjal, Hajjal, why didn't you just send a message through someone? Why... why did you foolishly come all the way to the palace to find him?

Hazel looked at Leon and smiled awkwardly as well.

"Okay... I went to the prison and found a heinous death row inmate to complete the blindfolding effect triggering ritual. Currently, the Crimson Nail is stuck in Dora's stockings and I've hidden it in this office. Dora's precognitive abilities have already been interfered with."

After a pause, Leon began to speak to Hazel as if reporting to a superior.

His choice to hide the Crimson Nail in Caesar's office was undoubtedly a wise one.

Because no one except the regent prince Leon can freely enter Caesar's office, and because Caesar's office has the effect of "Goddess's Blessing," it is impossible for any extraordinary external forces to see inside. Therefore, unless Caesar suddenly returns, this place is very safe and is especially suitable for hiding things.

"As long as the death row inmate doesn't die of bad luck, the blinding effect will continue. But if he dies, it doesn't matter. The Imperial prison holds so many damned devils; we can just drag one out."

Leon added.

Has the blindfold been triggered?

Hazel looked worried.

"Yes."

Leon asked definitively, "Should I take out the Crimson Nail now so you can confirm it?"

"you sure?"

Hazel's beautiful eyes widened slightly. "Then I'll see Miss Dora's stockings too."

Uh, this...

Just how many stupid things did the original owner do for Hazel? How could he have such a terrible image in front of that little sister?

Leon felt like crying but couldn't shed a tear.

“Miss Hayden, I reiterate, I am truly a gentleman, and I absolutely did not do anything strange to Miss Dora’s stockings! My character is impeccable!”

die laughing,

Even if they were to do something strange, they wouldn't choose Dora's stockings! The room where Helena was locked up hasn't been cleaned yet; it contains quite a few of Helena's worn underwear!

Leon said helplessly.

"Okay, I believe Your Highness has already triggered the Blinding skill."

A faint smile graced Hazel's beautiful face.

Uh……

You mean you don't believe I haven't done anything strange?

Leon was speechless, but he didn't intend to continue arguing. After all, the original owner's character was too stable, and changing other people's opinions of him was not an easy thing.

"So, Miss Hayden, what brings you to the palace to see me earlier?"

Leon said seriously.

"I came here first to find out if Your Highness has triggered the Crimson Nail, and then I wanted to tell Your Highness some bad news."

After a moment's hesitation, Hazel added, "Of course, this is just my personal opinion that it's bad news."

“Is that so… Miss Hayden, please go ahead.”

Leon suddenly had a bad feeling.

“When we were at the teahouse last time, His Highness told me that Helena did indeed go to the north, and most likely she wanted to go to the Snow City.”

After catching her breath, Hazel continued, "And to get from Fchester to the Snow City, you have to cross the Izero Plains, so I think Helena will likely stay in Izero City for the time being."

"Well, that's true."

Leon had already considered this point, so as long as Dora and the others didn't find the city of Izero, Helena would basically be safe.

“Your Highness, there are people from Hayden’s Mansion inside the city government of Illling. Their subordinates sent me a message saying that Chad and Dora arrived at the city government of Illling this morning.”

Hazel continued.

"what?"

Leon was stunned.

Just what I feared most has come to pass!

Chapter 54 Let's go big!

"Are you sure?"

Although he knew in his heart that the possibility of Hazel lying to him about this matter was almost zero, Leon still dared not face reality and asked aloud.