As the first rays of the morning sun filtered through the window, Christina's eyes fluttered open, only to find herself greeted by Narumi's face up-close. Her cheeks flushed a deep shade of red, and she quickly averted her gaze, trying to hide her embarrassment.
In her usual tsundere demeanor, Christina huffed and muttered under her breath, "Wh-what are you staring at? Don't think this changes anything, idiot!" With a mixture of shyness and playfulness, she swiftly turned on her heel and hurried back to her own room, leaving Narumi to ponder her reaction.
Meanwhile, as Narumi enjoyed his breakfast in his room, a young maid approached him, her voice filled with urgency. "Lord Narumi, there is an envoy from the Dustmoon Kingdom requesting a meeting with you. They have brought Princess Seraphina Dustmoon."
Intrigued, Narumi's interest piqued at the mention of Princess Seraphina Dustmoon. He nodded and instructed the maid to lead them to a meeting room. Narumi's curiosity grew as he wondered what business the envoy and the young princess had with him, but he grew even more excited for this unexpected encounter with one of his favorite characters from the Loli Princess Novel, whom he had long admired and felt a deep connection with.
Minutes later, the doors to the meeting room swung open, and in stepped the envoy, accompanied by a petite, beautiful girl with sparkling blue eyes and light blue hair styled in low twintails—Princess Seraphina Dustmoon, the delightful and lovable princess of the Dustmoon Kingdom. She exuded an aura of innocence and curiosity, captivating all who laid eyes upon her.
Dressed in a luxurious blue gown adorned with intricate details and a delicate rose hair ornament, Seraphina's youthful appearance only added to her charm. Her cherubic features and enchanting smile left no doubt as to why she was adored by both children and adults alike.
Narumi rose from his seat, a welcoming and excited smile gracing his face as he greeted the young princess. "Welcome, Princess Seraphina Dustmoon. I am Narumi Amakawa. It is an honor to meet you in person. Your story in the Loli Princess Novel has touched my heart deeply, the scenes when you displayed your courage and determination to protect your kingdom were truly inspiring. It is a pleasure to finally meet the brave and kind-hearted princess I have come to admire."
Seraphina was taken aback by Narumi's heartfelt comment, but she quickly composed herself, curtsying gracefully, her eyes gleaming with curiosity and excitement. "Thank you for having me, Narumi-sama. I've heard about all the brave things you've done and how you've made the world a better place. I've come here because my elder brother, the King of Dustmoon Kingdom, asked me to deliver a message."
Intrigued by her request, Narumi gestured for her to continue. "Please, tell me how I may be of help, Princess Seraphina." He couldn't help but feel a sense of responsibility towards the princess, given their connection through the Loli Princess Novel.
With an innocent and hopeful smile, Seraphina approached Narumi, her voice filled with expectation. "My elder brother said it would be wonderful if I could be Narumi-sama's bride!, like a prince and princess, to bring our kingdoms even closer and make everyone happier!" The room fell into a stunned silence as the shocking words hung in the air.
"Ufufu, Lord Narumi is quite popular indeed. Our princess seems to have a new strong love rival," the young maid in the back whispered with excitement, eager to discuss this turn of events with her colleagues.
Narumi stood frozen for a few seconds, his mind racing to process the unexpected proposal. With a calm and gentle voice, he politely declined, understanding the importance of his journey and the complexities of royal alliances.
Disappointment filled Seraphina's eyes, and a tear threatened to escape. Sensing her sadness, Narumi reached out and offered her a strawberry macaron, her favorite treat. "Princess Seraphina, I am deeply honored by your brother's offer, but my heart belongs to someone else. I believe your happiness lies in finding someone who can provide you with the love and companionship you deserve."
Seraphina's tears transformed into a smile as she took the strawberry macaron from Narumi's hand, appreciating his kindness and understanding. "Thank you, Narumi-sama! This strawberry macaron is super yummy, and your words made me feel better. I'll keep exploring my own path, and I hope you have lots of fun on your journey too!"
Just as the atmosphere began to lighten, Narumi's expression turned serious. He had important information to share with the Dustmoon Kingdom, information he had gathered from the Loli Princess Novel. "However, before we bid farewell, there is vital information I must impart concerning an imminent disaster. Though the precise timing remains uncertain, a grave threat looms on the horizon—the 3rd colossal biomachine monster. Its intended target is none other than the large commercial city of Dustmoon Kingdom. I implore you to swiftly notify the King, urging him to take immediate action and make necessary preparations to minimize the potential harm inflicted upon the people."
Seraphina's eyes widened in shock, realizing the gravity of the situation. The envoy thanked Narumi for the crucial information and assured him they would relay it to the King immediately. They also requested the assistance of a Floating High-Speed Bike from Narumi to hasten the message's delivery to the Dustmoon Kingdom.
As the meeting came to a close, Narumi and Seraphina exchanged farewells, unaware that their paths would cross again under even more extraordinary circumstances. Their encounter had left an indelible mark on their hearts, intertwining their destinies in unexpected ways as they faced the challenges ahead—fate, friendship, and the fate of kingdoms hanging in the balance.