The Youngest Member Filming a Parenting Show is Adorable - Chapter 115

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【115】
I did make an effort in my own way.
I lined up the jellyfish and trained them to dance in rhythm with music.
They could even swallow distant objects and bring them to me—little tricks like that.
But that’s all there is to it.
Still, my jellyfish remain precious to me.
If I think about it differently, I’ve gained twenty-one friends, haven’t I?
“Tosil, were you nervous about ‘that task’?”
“No?”
Just then, Mikard pressed down on my head and used his arm as an armrest. I grunted, trying to push away his heavy arm, and furrowed my brow.
“Good to hear. Have you decided which Spirit King to contract with?”
“Hmm… not yet.”
‘That task’ referred to my first official mission.
When the day came for the Imperial Palace Banquet, I would contract with a Spirit King right before the Emperor!
According to Father, this would be ‘politically’ advantageous—it would diminish not only other households’ influence but also the Imperial Family’s prestige, allowing Fasayen to rise in power.
But Father also said something else.
‘However, that’s what that damned old fool wants. If you don’t wish to do it, you don’t have to.’
So I’ve been pondering the entire way here—
I do want to make a contract here.
Because right now, I have no offensive abilities.
Of course, I could ask for a physical manifestation, but then I wouldn’t be able to borrow power for several years afterward.
But if I make a contract, the Spirit Kings can send lower-tier spirits to me.
Protecting a contractor is within the bounds of causality.
So I want to contract with either the Flame Spirit King or the Chaos Spirit King.
[The Flame Spirit King ‘■■■■■’ nods approvingly at your excellent thinking.]
[The Chaos Spirit King ‘■■■■’ is delighted that you finally recognize his greatness.]
I haven’t decided yet!
“Come on, repeat after me. Don’t listen to useless fellows.”
“But how do you know who’s useless?”
“Arrogant ones. Those who act superior because they’re older and try to teach you. Those who speak carelessly. Those who watch your mood and try to please you. Actually, all boys who approach you are trash.”
Mikard spoke to me with utmost seriousness.
[The Flame Spirit King ‘■■■■■’ agrees with Mikard’s words.]
[Yes, ignore all boys. Don’t even bother responding to them.]
Yes, sir!
Besides, honestly, I’m not really interested in other children anyway.
My goal is singular!
I swallowed hard, my eyes fixed on the delicious dishes spread before me.
“Father, Fasayen is famous for seafood dishes. What is the Capital famous for?”
“The Capital is known for its desserts, I believe. I’ve never thought much about eating them myself, but there was one time your mother shoved an éclair into my mouth.”
“Goodness, Mother liked pushing things into people’s mouths too.”
I’m the same way.
[Water Spirit King ‘Aurora’ is feeling embarrassed.]
[It was so long ago. I can’t believe she still remembers something like that.]
Behind Mother’s shimmering text, Father continued with a distant smile.
“It was at this very banquet, you know. Your mother was so insistent that I try it, raving about how exceptional the Imperial Pastry Chef’s dessert skills were.”
“Wow! But Mom, how can you still remember something like that?”
“I suspect even at the moment of death, I’ll remember that day and draw my final breath with that memory. Not a single moment of it could I ever forget.”
Father chuckled softly, his voice warm with emotion.
I became desperately curious about that éclair Mother had pushed into Father’s mouth.
[Water Spirit King ‘Aurora’ explains excitedly.]
[It was absolutely loaded with hazelnut chocolate, and the surface was topped with finely crushed pistachios. Oh, I want to eat it again! Would our daughter eat it in my place?]
I’m confident I can do that!
“Hello, Young Lady. May I have a moment to speak with you….”
“Later!”
“Fasayen Young Lady, it’s an honor to meet you for the first time. I am…!”
“Not interested!”
There were quite a few nuisances trying to obstruct me as I rushed toward the dessert table.
I ignored them all.
More precisely, I was completely captivated by the artistic, beautiful, enchanting, and magnificent!
mountain of desserts piled high in the distance.
“My, look at all those jellyfish following the Fasayen Young Lady around?”
“How adorable. She’s only just awakened, so it’s no wonder she can’t control them yet.”
As I passed by confidently, the adults nearby smiled warmly at the sight of me.
Finally standing before the table, I was momentarily overwhelmed by the sweet fragrance.
“….”
With my eyes closed, savoring the aroma, I reached out with trembling hands and picked up a cold pudding.
A pudding topped with fresh strawberries and pink chocolate—one bite…!
“…!”
Two bites, three bites… wait, where did it go?
‘My goodness.’
I feel sorry for Hans, but the Imperial Palace’s desserts were on an entirely different level.
The pudding I’d eaten at Fasayen was delicious too, but this—this just melts the instant it touches your tongue?!
‘And the fruit tastes different too.’
Were strawberries always this perfectly sweet and tangy…?
“I’m so happy!”
A genuine smile bloomed across my bright face, radiating pure joy.
Those who had been glancing at Superti couldn’t help but smile along at the sight of the girl beaming so widely.
That was when it happened.
“The heart of Barateom, the foundation of the heavens. His Majesty the Emperor and Her Majesty the Empress, guardians of the sun and masters of the flame of life, along with His Highness the Crown Prince, have arrived!”
The announcement of the Royal Family’s entrance echoed through the hall.
The Household Master hadn’t even arrived yet, and here he came before them.
It was an extraordinarily early entrance, shockingly abrupt.
* * *
‘Oh, I should stop eating now.’
I snapped back to reality the moment everyone bowed toward the Emperor.
Startled, I managed to offer my respects in time, and the jellyfish bent themselves in half right along with me.
That struck me as hilarious, so I let out a quiet giggle.
Of course, silently.
“You may rise.”
A slow, measured voice fell through the silence.
I straightened up with everyone else and my jaw dropped at the sight of the Emperor.
‘A burning red bell pepper!’
His facial structure was genuinely angular like a paprika.
With crimson hair and scarlet eyes, the impression was even more pronounced.
Standing beside him were the Empress and the Crown Prince.
The timid cat I’d met earlier.
‘Oh no, he’s looking at me!’
How did he spot me so quickly in a crowd this large?
His piercing gaze reminded me of a hissing cat, so I scratched my cheek.
“Then… let us commence the banquet proper. I bestow the honor of the first dance upon the Crown Prince.”
As the Emperor solemnly raised his hand, the orchestra launched into a vigorous performance.
But what puzzled me was—
‘The banquet started ages ago, so why is he announcing it as if it’s just beginning now? That’s really strange.’
[The Earth Spirit King ‘■’ bursts out laughing.]
[The Air Spirit King ‘Shapasi’ chuckles.]
[The Emotion Spirit King ‘■■■’ laughs, saying that’s exactly what empty formality is.]
Anyway, it really is odd.
Maybe I haven’t taken political and diplomatic lessons yet because I don’t understand these things.
“The Crown Prince is moving.”
“Where is he going?”
“Isn’t that the dining table?”
Since I’ve done my courtesies, shall I go back to eating?
I picked up a chocolate macaron and took a bite. Crumbs scattered across my palm, which became the responsibility of the curious jellyfish.
I wasn’t sure if these creatures could even taste anything… or honestly, whether they could digest it at all—
“Hey! Do you have any idea how much you put me through! How many hours of absolute misery!”
That was when it happened.
The cat—no, the Crown Prince, Maximilian—approached me with an intensity as if he might explode.
“That wretched bug crawling across my back!”
“….”
I stared up at Maximilian blankly, still holding the half-eaten chocolate macaron.
So… it seems I’m angry.
“Now you know who I am. Apologize at once by bowing your head. If you don’t, I’ll make sure you never set foot in the Imperial Palace again.”
Maximilian leaned close to my ear and whispered his threat.
And so, I—
I clapped my hands together and shouted loudly.
“The Crown Prince got scared because of a beetle!!”

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