Reincarnated as the Hated Villainous Prince, I Thought I Could Live Freely in This Life, but Unconsciously Acted Like a Saint ~Trying to Create an Evil Kingdom, but for Some Reason I'm Highly Respected by Everyone~ - Chapter 10

Well then.

After playing a little prank on the soldiers, we decided to go straight to the Elf Kingdom.

Since I’ve attracted the attention of Princess Yurisia, it would be too risky to return to the royal castle without thinking. As the fifth prince who hasn’t really done any prince-like work, disappearing for a while shouldn’t cause any problems.

The setting of Esmeralda being the “hated one” seems to work quite well.

As for the location of the Elf Kingdom, I think it’s right in the center of the world according to the game’s setting. There’s a huge tree in the center, surrounded by unexplored forests where the elves live…

Well, it’s a pretty common setting in the games of my previous life.

It’s quite far from the royal capital of Vefeld, so traveling there would normally take too much time. So, what should we do?

“There!”

In the underground waterways underneath Royal Capital Vefeld.

After killing a low-level monster, a goblin knight, with a single stroke of my sword, I paused to look around.

It’s just like my memories of playing the game countless times.

Narrow corridors where people can barely pass each other stretched as far as the eye could see. This place was a tutorial-like area in the game, so the respawning monsters aren’t as strong.

And in one corner of this underground passage, there’s a warp point that leads to the Elf Kingdom.

Being a hardcore gamer in my previous life, I remember this of course.

“We should arrive safely if we continue along this path. Follow me, both of you.”

And so I started walking, while the two behind me, Sword Emperor Mirua and Princess Rofemia, stared with their mouths agape.

“Why does Esmeralda-sama know this route…”

“Heh, like I said. It seems that the intelligence of elves is outstanding, but Esmeralda-sama’s intelligence is far beyond that! That is the proof of a god and the proof of the strongest and also one of the reasons why I decided to follow him in truth there is so much more I want to say but if I keep talking my blood will pfffttttt!!”

…Mirua, muttering to herself, nosebleeds and faints again.

She’s bleeding profusely; can she really make it back alive?

There’s another thing that bothers me.

“Rofemia. The reason you came to the human settlement was to uncover the truth behind the kidnapping of the elves… right?”

“Eh? Oh, yes. Hehe…”

Just being addressed by me makes Rofemia’s face turn bright red.

Her character design, like those from games and anime, has a ridiculously high bust exposure, and it’s hard not to look there…

But focusing on that alone would make me a minor villain, so I try my best to look into her eyes when I speak.

“…When you have such an important role, it is pointless to forget your way back. Seriously, I was really surprised.”

This was just a few minutes ago.

“Alright, let’s go to the Elf Kingdom right away. Rofemia, can you show us the way?”

“…”

“Huh? What’s wrong?”

“I’m sorry, I forgot the way back…”

“…… What?”

I’ll never forget the shock I felt at that moment.

If she hadn’t met me, she wouldn’t have been able to return. What a ridiculous story.

“But I’m glad I met Esmeralda-sama! Not only did you save me, but you’re smart too… You’re so cool, I could faint.”

“Hey, Princess Rofemia, cutting in line isn’t fair.”

Mirua, having recovered, grabbed Rofemia’s shoulder as she tried to intertwine her arm with mine.

“I’ve been silent and overlooked it until now, but that position is mine. Yes, I noticed Esmeralda-sama’s charm first, after all!!”

“…Oh, what are you talking about? My breasts are bigger, and I am a princess. There’s no stage for a mere Sword Emperor. Or are you trying to challenge me?”

“Don’t be ridiculous! My breasts are bigger! It’s an undeniable fact!”

“Ara ara♡ In that case, it would be quickest to have Esmeralda-sama check it out for us, don’t you think?”

“……”

On one side, Sword Emperor Mirua Laines, who spoke quickly and then fainted again.

On the other, Princess Rofemia Mu Austria, strangely competitive with a touch of yandere.

Despite their impressive titles and positions, a rather unusual party had formed.

Well, I don’t think they hate each other… probably.

“Esmeralda-sama, please see who’s bigger!”

The two beauties say in unison, emphasizing their chests.

“Heh.”

I give a meaningful smirk, shove my hands into my pockets, and turn on my heel.

“Don’t worry. You two are an irreplaceable part of my family. There’s no need to fight.”

Damn.

I really want to touch them, but when you’ve been unpopular, you can’t work up the courage in moments like this.

So I tried to sound cool by saying something like that, but,

“Amazing… Esmeralda-sama is really cool for not rejecting our petty thoughts and accepting us while recognizing our beauty I really want to follow him for the rest of my life oh my what am I thinking I’m so naughty.”

“Esmeralda-sama… As you say, fighting won’t do any good. From now on, I will get along with everyone around you, including Mirua-san…!”

…Yeah, their attitudes hadn’t changed at all.

And at that moment, I didn’t realize it.

After building a true harem kingdom, it wouldn’t stop at this level…