The Fated Magical Princess: Who Made Me a Princess (魔法公主的小烦恼)

I can't sleep.

I can still hear the music from my debut dance.

Everything went well tonight.

That's the first time I've seen Papa's face like that.

Mister Snowy didn't introduce Jennette to Papa like in my dreams, though.

I wonder what they were talking about then.

For some reason, I feel uneasy.

THE FATED MAGICAL PRINCESS: WHO MADE ME A PRINCESS

TEA PARTY IN THE ROSE GARDEN

I thought you'd be crying. This is no fun.

Lucas?

Why is he getting so close?

I don't see any trace of tears, but you do seem depressed.

What's wrong?

Did something happen at your debutante ball?

N-No, nothing at all.

Bah.

I thought maybe your papa said he'd never dance with you again.

You have it all wrong! No one said anything like that!

Well, well. I guess you danced with someone other than your papa, then.

Who was it?

U-Um...

You really are clumsy.

You stepped on someone's foot, didn't you?

I knew it! You did!

I was a little nervous, that's all!

In any case, today went well.

You—

It hurts.

Athanasia!

Stay calm. Control it.

Lucas, I...

It's not a problem.

The intense swings in your emotions made your magical energy overflow, that's all.

I'm not sure why, but I can't control it.

You're too weak.

Starting tomorrow, you'll train even harder.

What?

Don't give me that.

For today, just go to sleep.

Did he come because he was worried about me?

Lucas...

Goodnight.

Yeah.

Just when my magic had finally recovered, I was forced to use it again.

She really is a weakling.

What would she do if I weren't here?

That's right! Having to look after her is so annoying!

If you stay here, your magic'll never recover.

But if you leave her, she's sure to die in no time.

You aren't obligated to save anyone!

But you're friends, aren't you?

Don't be stupid! That's not possible!

I know you don't mean that.

What'd you say?!

You just won't admit your true feelings.

You little...

Help your friend!

If you're gonna be like that...

All you ever do is get in the way!

I suppose it doesn't matter.

Is she dreaming again?

I guess I'll stay by her side just a little longer.

It's fun, after all. And a short time should be all right.

All of the nobles are inviting you to their parties, Your Highness!

Are all of these invitations?

Which invitation will you accept first?

What about the one from Marquis Ilain's household?

Their son is said to be dashing with a promising future!

Hannah, that's something for Her Highness to decide.

Lily, what do you think?

If friends are all you're hoping for, I don't think you need to think too hard.

I wonder if it's all right for me to go.

I've never left the palace grounds.

I'll try asking Papa.

No.

What? You didn't even take time to think about it...

Your Highness!

Your Highness.

Your Highness!

Please dance with me.

To be able to spend a day as important as this with you...

It has been an honor.

If I say no, then the answer is no.

The pests will gather.

This boat excursion was unexpected.

Well, the weather is so nice. It's all right once in a while, isn't it?

When you were little, you fell in, didn't you?

I don't really remember.

Papa was scary back then.

Papa! I'd like to see that flower up close!

When he's relaxed from looking at the beautiful flowers,

I'll ask him if I can leave the grounds.

Please? Over there!

You like those?

You have strange tastes.

Lotus flowers are pretty, aren't they? You don't like them?

Wait.

It won't fight now. Look as much as you like.

What's wrong? You wanted to see it up close, didn't you?

I didn't think it would be a wriggly monster!

I don't like it! Hurry up and throw it out!

Calm down.

Athanasia!

I'm so embarrassed.

Papa had to save me again.

This was the greatest mistake of Athanasia's life!

Not only did I not convince him to give me permission to leave the palace grounds,

I got a scolding instead.

That was thoughtless of you.

I'll have to augment your bodyguards.

Your Highness?

We don't need any help in the kitchen.

It isn't that. I just want a change of pace, is all.

Have you decided which party you will attend?

That's what I'm troubled about.

Silly Papa is so overprotective.

Yesterday, after I fell in the lake, he said I can't leave the grounds.

Princess?

So this is where you are.

Felix, maybe I'll have you take me away from here!

Please don't say such terrifying things.

It was just a joke.

His Majesty has a gift for you. Please come with me.

Since Your Highness loves roses, he has spent years preparing this place for you.

What a beautiful garden!

His Majesty said you're free to use it as you like.

For example, you could hold a tea party here!

Hmm? A tea party in this garden?

Yes.

His Majesty knows that you want to make some friends.

Your Highness, please think about who you'd like to invite to your tea party.

Your Highness!

Have you written the invitations? I'll send them off!

Just a moment. This is the last of them.

JENNETTE MAGRITA, I WISH YOU BEAUTIFUL DREAMS BENEATH YOUR STARS. ATHANASIA DE ALGER OBELIA

The princess has invited me to her tea party!

The palace truly is impressive.

How strange.

Why is there no one here?