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Chapter 16 - Yuki turns chaos into a comedy show, outsmarting an accuser with humor and calm, showing that entertainment can resolve conflicts

Yuki handled the whole mess like it was a live drama performance, using a takoyaki stick as her prop and the public square as her stage. She enjoyed her last bite of takoyaki like a mukbang pro, tossing out comments like, "Bonus points if they're royalty," as if aiming for viral content. Her motto? "Stay calm, turn your problems into entertainment, and let others make a scene for you." Honestly, she had a point.

Setting the Scene

The square was tense, like a reality show at its peak. Prince Gabrielle, looking picture-perfect like he'd stepped out of an Instagram filter, pointed at a scruffy old man and declared, "Arrest him! He tried to make this young lady a street kebab!" He listed a bunch of charges—assault, being drunk in public, and stirring up medieval-level drama. It was over the top, to say the least.

The Accusation

As guards were about to drag the old man away, he blurted out, "She stole my money! That's why she's eating all that takoyaki!" The crowd reacted like someone had dropped a spoiler for their favorite show—gasps, whispers, and side-eye everywhere. Even Gabrielle, usually cool and collected, raised an eyebrow like, "Wait, what?"

Yuki's Response

Yuki didn't even flinch. She looked at her takoyaki, then the old man, and said, "Really? You think I'd steal your Monopoly money for this? Relax, bro. I'm not risking jail time for greasy snacks." Her sarcasm made the accusation sound ridiculous.

The Crowd Turns

But the crowd wasn't sure. Suspicion crept in, and people started wondering if Yuki was the real villain here.

Gabrielle Steps In

Sensing the shift, Gabrielle jumped in like a lawyer with a slam-dunk argument. He asked the old man, "If that pouch is yours, then what's inside? Without looking, tell us."

The Old Man's Fail

The old man froze like a computer crash. After some stuttering, he guessed, "Uh…coins. Obviously. It's full of coins."

Gabrielle's Challenge

Gabrielle smirked. "Sure, but what kind of coins? If you're honest, this should be easy."

Yuki's Commentary

Meanwhile, Yuki whispered to her imaginary audience, "This is like Judge Judy meets Game of Thrones. Where's my popcorn?" Her snarky side-comments made the scene even funnier.

The Old Man's Desperate Guess

Sweating bullets, the old man blurted out, "Silver! It's full of silver coins!"

Yuki's Comeback

Yuki rolled her eyes. "Silver? Really? We're in 2024. What are you, stuck in the 1800s? What's next, dial-up internet?" The crowd chuckled, and the old man's credibility crumbled.

The Big Reveal

Gabrielle turned to Yuki. "Okay, so what's actually in the pouch?"

Yuki flipped her hair dramatically and said, "Platinum coins, obviously. My pouch is dripping with wealth. You thought I was broke? Please. I like my snacks fancy." She grinned at the crowd and added, "Some of us just have expensive taste."

The Crowd's Reaction

The crowd gasped. Platinum coins? That was next-level rich. A few people even glanced at Gabrielle, half-expecting him to propose to Yuki right there.

The Moral of the Story

Yuki's strategy? Don't fight when you can entertain. She turned the mess into a comedy show, controlled the story, and came out on top. Her advice: "Stay calm, make it a show, and let the drama work for you."