Naruhito (28)
“What is a Demon King?”
I asked while being held by Hiiro, who said “I’m back,” as after he kissed my cheek.
“Prince Hiiro, I sincerely apologize for the trouble my foolish son has caused.”
Aoba tried to kneel, but Hiiro stopped her.
“It’s fine, Aoba. Don’t worry about it. You were taking care of Naruhito, I appreciate it.”
After saying that with a gentle smile, Hiiro turned towards the bed.
Hii, Rikimaru’s throat made a sound. Rikimaru, who could barely sit due to the injury, tried to move back on the bed but ended up falling.
“O-ouch…”
He fell on his back, holding his breath due to the pain.
“Rikimaru.”
Worried, I tried to let go of Hiiro, but he didn’t. He smiled apologetically and approached the bed, still holding me.
“Rikimaru. Naruhito is asking what a Demon King is. I’m also curious.”
Rikimaru, who managed to turn face down, looked up with teary eyes.
“Well, I wonder if it’s a misunderstanding by Naruhito. I was trying to convey my sincere apology to you, Prince Hiiro, but now I can’t get up. Um, I’m really sorry for various things.”
After saying that, he breathed heavily.
“Should I call Ikumatsu?”
“Well, wait. It’s okay, Naruhito. You’re kind.”
Hiiro put me down and patted my head.
Bending down next to the bed, he approached Rikimaru. Hiiro flicked his finger in front of Rikimaru’s forehead. With a loud sound,
“O-ow… that hurt.”
A red mark appeared on Rikimaru’s forehead. Oh no, another injury. Rikimaru cried with heavy sobs.
I gently stroked his forehead.
“Naruhito, is it fun being with Rikimaru?”
Yes.
“This time, I’ll settle things with this, Rikimaru.”
“Yo-you are too kind. Your Highness. In a way, it’s scary…”
“Want another one?”
No~
I quickly covered Rikimaru’s forehead with my hand.
“That’s also enviable.”
Hiiro said, taking my hand and kissing it. Huh? Is there something to like about this? I snuggled up to Hiiro.
“Enviable?”
“Don’t worry about it.”
Hiiro, who had improved mood, lifted me again. Hmmm.
By the way.
“What is a Demon King?”
“Naruhito, shh.”
Rikimaru looked up at me with teary eyes.