The Youngest Member Filming a Parenting Show is Adorable - Chapter 202

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Chapter 17. Three Suitors
Time flowed swiftly, and before long, I found myself traveling to the Capital with Cecilia and Father.
I journeyed toward the Capital alongside Cecilia and Father.
“Wow, it seems even more magnificent than when I was younger. Despite everything that happened.”
Though I had traversed the entire Empire, it had been quite some time since I last visited the Capital.
There had been no particular reason to come.
‘The Capital suffered considerable damage during the infection crisis back then, yet there’s no trace of it now.’
The restored streets gleamed with even greater vitality than before.
The newly constructed buildings shone so brilliantly they seemed to sparkle, and not a single piece of refuse marred the streets.
“During that crisis, the destruction of buildings actually sparked a construction boom. Since everything was completely demolished, many streets were entirely rebuilt from scratch,” Father explained.
“I see.”
“Particularly, most of the Back Alleys that were tangled like a spider’s web were cleared away, and the districts were reorganized into neat sections.”
“I understand. But what happened to the people who originally lived there? The Back Alleys were always crowded.”
What I learned through my travels was that life exists everywhere.
Having grown up in the Orphanage myself, I was not unfamiliar with alleyways, and I understood that people lived in every cramped building.
“Well… they must have scattered somewhere. The Emperor, the First Prince, or the Empress likely never gave it a second thought.”
“…!”
Father caught sight of my expression and hastily tried to change the subject, masking his slip.
“I hear the General Assembly is being held, so quite a few merchants must have arrived.”
“True, it’s not just nobility who attend.”
Whenever regional nobles travel, their entourages naturally accompany them.
With anywhere from fifty to a hundred people arriving at once, it would be a golden opportunity for merchants.
That’s simply how people are.
Even when we’re frugal at home, we tend to buy a souvenir or sweet or two when traveling.
‘That’s how these sudden sales bursts happen.’
Yet that profit should rightfully return to those who suffered the damage.
‘There’s nothing I can do about it.’
I’m not of the Royal Family, nor is this Fasayen’s concern.
What I should focus on is the welfare of Fasayen’s poor.
‘Still, it weighs on my mind…’
Lost in thought while gazing outside, Father brightened the mood.
“That’s right—if there’s anything you’d like, just say the word. Your birthday is coming up soon, so I’ll buy you whatever you want.”
“Oh no, that’s not necessary. I already have more than enough.”
“Don’t say that. I haven’t properly provided for you all this time.”
A deep sense of regret flickered in Father’s eyes.
At the same moment, Mother sent me a glimmering message.
[The Water Spirit King, Aurora, advises you to accept a gift.]
[Asking for all sorts of things is what makes Diagon happiest, she says.]
Oh my, if even Mother is saying this, what am I to do?
Well… then I have no choice but to tell him what I’d like!
“Father, you see, I’ve been thinking…”
“Yes?”
“Jewels and clothes are nice and all, but… I’d rather buy something heavier.”
“Heavier?”
“Yes. Something so heavy that you couldn’t even move it.”
I burst into laughter, clasping my hands together tightly as my eyes gleamed with excitement.
“A bakery! Or maybe a dessert shop with a famous pastry chef! You’ll pick it out for me, won’t you, Father?”
Cecilia, listening from beside me, let out a stifled laugh.
Father looked slightly taken aback, but soon reached over and stroked my head.
“That’s right—I’d completely forgotten what a little glutton you were. That’s the perfect birthday gift for becoming an adult. I’ll buy it for you.”
“Yay! How exciting!!”
“I’ll have to set up a special seat just for you. Whenever you visit, you can eat as many sweets as you’d like.”
I love this so much!
I sprang up from the sofa and threw my arms around Father.
“But Father, couldn’t you open two shops instead? I’d like to have a branch location too.”
“There’s nothing I can’t do for you. How about one in the Capital and one in Fasayen? Two should be manageable.”
“How exciting! Can I hire the staff myself?”
When I asked that, Father gazed into my eyes for a long moment.
As if trying to read my intentions.
“I understand what you’re thinking. You’re quite the remarkable child.”
“Oh no, you caught me?”
“Yes. You’re planning to hire the victims from back then as staff, aren’t you? Even if just a few.”
How did he know?
Father truly knows everything.
“In that case, a small shop won’t do. How about I open a large café that needs at least ten employees?”
“Yes!”
“Very well. You come up with the name.”
This is what I can do.
It’s not cheap sympathy.
I simply want to create something good for both of us, in the best way I’m capable of.
“Hmm, what sounds nice? Sugar Sparkle? Or Butter March? Jellyfish Bakery?”
“We could make bread using the natural sea salt from Fasayen as the main specialty.”
“Exactly! Then how about something more poetic—’Café, Sea Salt’?”
Father and I discussed our ideas in perfect harmony. Cecilia also offered a few suggestions about promotional methods.
And while we were doing that.
A certain cry swept past my ears.
“It’s Fasayen!!”
“The Saint has arrived!”
“It’s Fasayen’s carriage!”
“Where? Where? I want to see too!”
The surroundings were so chaotic that I couldn’t clearly understand what was being said, but I was fairly certain I heard someone mention Fasayen.
“We should close the curtains. Goodness, it’s so loud.”
Just as I was about to lean my head out the window, my Aunt swept the curtains shut with a decisive motion. Then she crossed her legs while folding her arms, but I couldn’t bring myself to ask if I might open the window a crack.
I was simply overwhelmed by her commanding presence.
“We’ll be at the Imperial Palace soon, so bear with the noise for a little longer.”
“I’m fine, Aunt.”
“Well, that’s a relief then. Why are they all screaming like that?”
Cecilia grumbled sharply.
I simply smiled and settled back into my seat.
Father quietly withdrew some documents, though he probably hadn’t heard—or perhaps he simply wasn’t paying attention.
“Look at this traffic!”
The carriage rolled forward sluggishly, hindered by the crowds.
As my Aunt grew somewhat irritated, I glanced away and closed my eyes.
In any case, we would eventually arrive at the Imperial Palace.
‘I think I heard something about a saint, but I must have misheard…?’
* * *
Fortunately, the interior of the Imperial Palace was remarkably serene and quiet.
As soon as we were assigned our bedrooms, my Aunt went to meet with some friendly knights, and Father headed to the Salon to converse with the nobility, leaving me with nothing in particular to do.
[The Luck Spirit King ‘■■■■■■’ proposes a stroll through the Garden.]
[You know, the roses are blooming beautifully there. Why don’t you go take a look?]
“I’d love to!”
If it had been the Chaos Spirit King suggesting this, I would have hesitated, but since it was the Luck Spirit King…
“Wow!”
Indeed, the roses of the Imperial Palace Rose Garden were extraordinary.
Cultivated varieties, wild roses, large blooms, small blooms, white roses, yellow roses, and more.
Surrounded by countless rose blossoms, I drew in a deep breath.
“I’m not even sure if I’m speaking to a person or to the roses right now.”
“…!”
“Will the Lady enlighten me?”
How long had I been standing there?
Footsteps sounded, and suddenly a bouquet of flowers was thrust toward my face.
“Hello, Superti.”
“Maximilian… no, Your Highness the Crown Prince!”
“Aw, don’t be so formal. Just call me Maxxi.”
I found myself accepting the bouquet, my mouth falling open as I gazed at the striking man before me.
No, wait—really?
‘Is this person really Maximilian?’
His wavy crimson hair gleamed with an enchanting, flame-like radiance.
Unlike when he was younger, his richly bronzed complexion complemented his hair beautifully.
His eyes, slightly upturned at the corners in a way that avoided harshness, sparkled with mischief—a vivid scarlet hue.
And….
Those broad shoulders and chest—a testament to how intensely he’d trained!
“My goodness.”
“What? Am I too impressive now that we’ve met as adults?”
“Judging by your personality, it does seem like that Maximilian from back then….”
“I’ve changed. Quite a lot.”
So that’s why they called him a rake!
I’ll give him that much credit.
[The Emotion Spirit King ‘■■■’ trembles and ultimately radiates with excitement.]
[Yes! Yes, this is it! This is what I’m talking about! Look at that magnificent chest!]

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