T/N: I’ve made some corrections to the character names.
Specifically, I’ve changed ‘Liece’ to ‘Charl’, Charl is the A-rank knight assigned to protect Princess Lia. I was using instead of Charl … Liece
The real character ‘Liece’ appeared around 10 times since I started translating, and I didn’t even notice the discrepancy 🙁
Additionally, I’ve edited the demon king’s name from ‘Cethus’ to ‘Claudis’, as per the previous translation.
Meanwhile, I’ll keep the main protagonist’s name as Shien ‘Buztout’ (布兹图特, Xī ēn · Bù zī tú tè), which differs from the previous translator’s choice of Shien ‘Bayztrot’. Both are valid, sound similar.
Regarding Lucy’s full name, it’s actually Roselucy or Roselucia. However, the author mostly refers to her as simply ‘Lucy’ (around 80% of the time). The previous translator used ‘Lucilosti’ for her full name, which is essentially the same as ‘Losti’ (similar sound like ‘Rose’) followed by ‘Lucy’.
Thanks for pointing out these errors in the comments 🙂 I didn’t even notice them.
“Thud!”
A stack of parchment, like a mountain of documents, landed before Lucy, leaving her dumbfounded.
“Phew…”
Lia, standing before Lucy, seemed to have exerted quite a bit of effort. Wiping the sweat from her brow, she smiled brightly and said, “Here, choose.”
“Choose?” Lucy finally reacted, looking at her sister in surprise. “Choose what?”
“A person, of course.” Lia said matter-of-factly. “I’ve compiled all the information on your suitors, as well as the distinguished individuals from various countries and races who contacted us in a hurry after hearing the news, all claiming to propose marriage. Take your time and choose until you’re satisfied.”
“Huh?” Lucy was completely bewildered.
She understood every word Lia said.
But, to use a phrase from her past life, she understood each word individually, but when put together, she couldn’t comprehend the meaning at all.
Lia thought Lucy was shocked by her efficiency and said proudly, “I told you, the Kingdom is on your side. As long as you have a request, we will mobilize the entire nation to fulfill your wish.”
This mountain of information was compiled by the Kingdom of Mitra with the highest efficiency, top priority, and utmost speed and enthusiasm.
“Although you have high standards and probably won’t be interested in ninety-nine percent of these guys, we will continue to gather and filter candidates until you find a satisfactory husband.”
Saying so, Lia handed a quill to the bewildered Lucy.
“Here, rate them according to your preferences. The full score is one hundred. The higher the score, the higher your evaluation and satisfaction. The Kingdom will determine how to treat these suitors based on your satisfaction and evaluation.”
“Those suitors are currently on their way to the royal capital. We will eliminate those with scores below fifty for you. Only those with scores above fifty can enter the palace and have the opportunity to pursue you.”
“Of course, there might be some outstanding talents you haven’t noticed, so starting today, we will hold a talent show and martial arts competition during your daily public appearance ceremony for you to personally review.”
“If you think someone performs well, you can increase their score.”
“This is a husband selection competition based entirely on your preferences and evaluations.”
“Don’t feel pressured. If you don’t like someone, give them a low score. Don’t settle. These are Father’s instructions.”
“Perhaps there isn’t much time left before the disaster strikes, but Father’s meaning is that if you can’t find anyone satisfactory, even if it means losing face as the Hero’s Kingdom, we can ask other countries for help, even the Divine Race.” RάNoВʧ
“Really, if all else fails, we can mobilize the entire nation to fight against this disaster. I don’t believe that with the strength of the Kingdom of Mitra, we can’t overcome this difficulty.”
Lia continued, her words filled with comfort and encouragement for Lucy, as well as a sense of determination and fighting spirit.
But Lucy became increasingly bewildered.
“Score?”
“Husband selection?”
“Martial arts competition?”
“Disaster?”
“Difficulty?”
Why did she understand less and less?
Lucy held the quill blankly, looking at the mountain of parchment before her, her eyelid suddenly twitching.
Because on top of this pile of parchment, the first thing that caught Lucy’s eye was information about someone she knew very well.
“Name: Shien Buztout.”
“Race: Human.”
“Affiliation: Kingdom of Mitra.”
“Status: Honorary Viscount.”
“Experience: A commoner adventurer from Larmigion in the Mulau Marquisate. Entered the royal capital due to his meritorious service in subjugating the Old Demon Faction’s [Assassination Branch]. Admired by His Majesty, but refused the Kingdom’s first offer of ennoblement during the audience. Only after the Garibaldi family betrayed the Kingdom and secretly colluded with the Old Demon Faction, did he tame the black dragon in the Atlus Gorge, annihilate the Garibaldi family, cause the Kingdom Knight Order to lose nearly half of its forces, and make another great contribution, receiving the Kingdom’s second offer of ennoblement, which he accepted, becoming a newly appointed noble in the royal capital, bestowed the title of Viscount.”
“Evaluation: Suspected to possess a Unique Skill that can enhance his level and skills under certain conditions, and masters the [Taming] skill at a very high level. Considered one of the most outstanding talents of the new generation in the Kingdom due to his ability to single-handedly subjugate the [Assassination Branch] and tame the black dragon of Atlus. Moreover, he seems to have private connections with a Demon Lord and a close relationship with Princess Lucy. Although his title isn’t high, the Kingdom still considers him the top candidate for Princess Lucy’s husband and suggests giving him a high score.”
After seeing this information, Lucy could only focus on one thing.
“Top candidate?”
Didn’t that mean that the Kingdom also considered Shien the most suitable person to be her husband?
Excellent! Good eye!
Lucy’s mood suddenly brightened, and she picked up the parchment with Shien’s information, looking at it with a smile, not even glancing at the other parchments.
Seeing Lucy’s expression, Lia wasn’t surprised but thought to herself, as expected.