How To Subdue a Masochist Princess

After safely returning the sleeping Alicia to the Palace of Light.

As we drove the carriage toward the outskirts, a splendid sight appeared, with neat houses lined up like soldiers, though not fancy.

"The houses all look similar, so it's confusing. The vice-captain's house was definitely somewhere around here."

The size of this place itself was quite large. It was almost like a small to medium-sized village.

However, there were no auxiliary facilities that were essential for the smooth functioning of the community, such as stores or police stations.

It seemed okay for a short stay, but it seemed a bit difficult to settle down.

The identity of this place was a kind of group living area with official residences and dormitories for mid- and low-level officials and soldiers who had not yet formed families.

I didn't want to meddle in the Emperor's gift to his young and loyal subjects, but I thought it would be nice if they put up a bigger sign.

When I came with the vice-captain, she found her way on her own, so I didn't notice it.

When I walked around alone, something didn't feel right.

"How on earth do the residents here find their homes?"

Even in broad daylight, it was so inconvenient to find my way.

Even though the coachman was driving and not me, I kept going around in circles, wasting time, and I was starting to feel a little suffocated.

I noticed a blonde woman walking with a bag full of groceries in her arms.

"Hey, you. Can I ask you for directions?"

"Oh. Is this your first time here? This neighborhood is usually… Whoa, captain?! Chu, loyalty!"

I thought it was a good opportunity, so I quickly rolled down the window and spoke to her, but the woman who had been talking normally suddenly recognized me and saluted me.

I wondered why, so I looked closely, and sure enough, she was a familiar face.

"Oh, I thought you looked familiar... Nice to meet you, Captain Rachel."

"Yes! Where should I lead you? I know the geography of this place, so just give me your orders!"

I unexpectedly ran into my subordinate who was enjoying her vacation.

I felt sorry for no reason when I saw her standing at attention, almost throwing her shopping basket down on the ground.

She must be feeling very uncomfortable over there. I should just take care of the matter and send her on her way quickly.

"You must have been quite close to Vice-Captain Agnes. Do you happen to know where her house is?"

"Ah…! You're staying right next door to me. Just a little further from here, I'll show you around!"

That's how I was able to safely find the vice-captain's house following Rachel the Ten Commander.

Thanks to her overly kind and detailed explanation, I was able to learn how to find my way around here.

"Then I hope you have a good time!" "Well, thank you. I'll go and rest now."

"Okay! Loyalty! Finally, a new history today…"

It seemed like Rachel the Ten Commander muttered something meaningful just before leaving, but I didn't really need to worry about it.

"Wait outside for a moment."

"Yes."

After parking the carriage in a suitable place on the side of the road nearby.

I knocked on the door after passing through the small, neat and thoroughly maintained garden that seemed to reflect Vice-captain Agnes' personality.

—Bang bang!

"Are you there?"

"Huh…! Hah…!"

I could clearly feel the presence inside the house, but for some reason, instead of an answer, I only heard a strange groan.

Was he in the bathroom? Or maybe he was having a nightmare while napping during the vacation period.

"Chief... Chief...! Please come in...!"

No matter how desperately he called me from outside, the door was closed, so how could he get in?

I couldn't force my way in. In the end, all I could do was emphasize my presence once again.

"Vice-Chief! Are you inside? I'm sorry I couldn't greet you properly in the morning. If you're sick or confused, I'll go back now."

I was the one who was turned away first because I was having a good time with Alicia, so I thought I had nothing to say if I was treated the same way, so I stood there blankly for a while.

—Thud, thud!

"...Huh?! Chief? Are you really the chief?"

"Yes, Nalse. Are you okay? Just listening to your voice, you seem quite unwell."

Along with the ominous noise of something being smashed and knocked over, a hoarse voice that seemed to be completely trapped instead of his usual calm voice was heard.

I wondered why he had gone back without waiting, but it turned out that he was sick.

"Please, please wait a moment! I'll be out soon!"

"No. Please don't push yourself too hard and get ready slowly."

The sound of someone putting on clothes and the sound of someone hurriedly gathering something.

Anyone could tell that he was resting comfortably at home and then hurriedly welcoming an unexpected guest.

If I had known this would happen, I could have met him after the vacation was over.

Just as I was about to question whether I had done something unnecessary to be considerate.

—Suddenly!

"Haa, haa…!"

The vice-captain appeared before my eyes, drenched in sweat and more disheveled than ever.

The thick scent of a woman blowing in the wind made my head spin.

Her very existence alone was an extremely provocative sight that shook men's hearts.

The deep valley formed by her chest, which boasted an enormous presence, being forcibly squeezed into her clothes was dizzying.

Even the short sleeveless top that the vice-captain was wearing did not even cover her stomach, revealing her firm 11-character abs.

And what about the tight-fitting leggings that had slightly wrinkled sides, as if advertising the fact that she had put them on in a hurry?

"Hot…! Sorry. I, I'm so ugly in front of you, captain."

"It's okay. It's not much different from the sight I see every day during physical training."

No, it was similar, but clearly different.

Her current condition was clearly different from being exhausted from exercise.

Because of Alicia, I could tell that I had become somewhat familiar with the female body and various reactions.

This was like…

—Ssuk

I awkwardly reached out to the vice-captain's forehead, which was revealed through her hastily tied hair in a ponytail, and comforted her with the warmest and most considerate tone possible.

"You seem to have a fever. Get some rest. I'll call it a day."

Yes. That could be true.

I had absolutely no intention of nagging her about having a good time alone.

It was understandable to use someone you liked as a 'side dish.'

"Ah, ahhh…"

The vice-captain, whose face was as red as if it would burst at any moment, stared at the ground without saying anything.

Accident. Yes, this was just a minor accident.

I thought about what to do dozens of times in my head, but it seemed better to just pretend not to know for now.

"Have a nice vacation."

"...."

The delicate line still drawn between the vice-captain and me.

I could definitely feel that it was gradually wearing away.

How long could this precarious relationship continue?

I thought I should treat her to a meal next time.

I just hoped that I could see her with a smile again when the vacation was over.

....................

After that incident, the one-week vacation passed by in a flash.

After quickly taking care of various miscellaneous tasks, including the annoying housework.

"Everyone, get some rest."

After visiting the graveyard where my fallen comrades and subordinates were buried, I felt empty and emptied.

I felt guilty that I was having a good time alone, leaving the people who had passed away behind.

It was a common symptom that came and went. It would go away on its own after a few days.

Just that much.

So, after being cooped up at home for a few days and doing nothing, the time to return to daily life had arrived.

"It must have been hard to manage the unit since there weren't enough commanders. It seems the 2nd Hundredth Captain did a good job."

I felt relieved as I came to work earlier than usual and sat in the Knight Commander's office looking over the piled up documents.

Despite the absence of command due to the long dispatch mission, the unit seemed to be running smoothly.

Well, if the higher-ups were in their right mind, they wouldn't have entrusted the Black Lion Knights, who were basically brainless, with a mission.

Soldiers don't really have much to do in peace.

"Loyalty! Good morning, Captain!"

"Good morning, Vice Captain. Did you have a good vacation?"

I smiled lightly and gave a word of encouragement to the Vice Captain who greeted me cheerfully.

Oh my.

"That, that… yes…"

"Um…"

The vice-captain, whose face was red, could not meet my gaze for a while, and the awkward atmosphere calmed down after a long time.

"So, are there any orders or special circumstances from your superiors?"

"Ahem. That… it's not a mission, but a very important event has been scheduled."

"What is it?"

If he didn't say it right away and kept quiet, what kind of event could it be?

No matter what it was, it wouldn't be more shocking than the princess's surprise visit to the unit.

Judging from the vice-captain's eyes shining as if he was expecting something as he opened his mouth, it didn't seem like something burdensome or serious.

Since events are usually not very pleasant for soldiers, I was about to feel a little reluctant.

"It's a knights' competition regularly hosted by the imperial family. In the past, the unit's condition was so dire that we couldn't expect good results, but now that the captain has taken over, it will definitely be different this time."

"A grand competition… Is it like a mock battle?"

After hearing the story, it seemed like this wasn't some annoying formality like a parade, but a truly exciting event.

Are the knights gathering together and clashing their sharpened blades to test their skills?

Isn't that unbearable?

"Yes. That's right. However, there are some differences in various areas…"

I listened to the vice-captain's explanation that followed.

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