The Villainess Is Adored by the Prince of the Neighbor Kingdom (悪役令嬢は隣国の王太子に溺愛される)

The Kingdom of Marinforest is home to a human king and three fairy kings.

Thanks to the Forest Fairy King, the land is blessed with abundance,

and its fertility is guaranteed.

Thanks to the Sky Fairy King, the air is very clean,

and there is never a shortage of life-giving rain.

Thanks to the Sea Fairy King,

things like coral, pearls, and fish are abundant

and bring prosperity to the kingdom.

Everyone in the Marinforest royal family is loved by the fairies

and has received their blessing.

The fairies' power is vital in supporting the kingdom.

The Villainess Is Adored by the Prince of the Neighbor Kingdom

The Mermaid Knows Not of Love

I'll undergo bridal training for the next year.

I do feel a bit sad about leaving my homeland.

What's wrong, Tiara? Is something on your mind?

Prince Aqua...

No, I'm very excited to go to Marinforest.

I'm sure I will miss my homeland at times,

but you'll be with me, so I'll be happy.

Oh, honestly... You always say such adorable things.

If there's ever anything troubling you, tell me right away.

I will.

Of course, if you tell me you want to go home,

I don't have the slightest shred of confidence that I could let you.

Prince Aqua...

Oh! Is that the border?

Yes.

On Lapis Lazuli's side, you can see roses,

but on Marinforest's side, the border is decorated differently.

Wow! It's incredible!

I'll surprise you even more. Look.

So this is the Kingdom of Marinforest!

This is the first time I've ever seen the ocean!

No need to rush. The ocean won't run away.

It's Aquasteed and Elliot!

Welcome home!

How cute!

We're back.

Have you all been well?

I want to be friends with them, too...

Let's go over there.

Y-Yes, let's. Maybe they'll be our friends.

Good day to you.

Ew! I hate you!

Don't touch us!

Fairies are fickle creatures.

Y-Yes, I have heard people say so.

Who is this?

I know who! They were calling her "Philine"!

I like Philine!

Why?! Lady Tiararose is far more worthy of your favor!

Oh, don't worry about me.

I do feel sad that they don't like me, though.

You can take your time, Tiara.

In fact, I'm actually relieved they didn't take you from me.

Prince Aqua...

Huh?

Icilla Pearllant

Icilla Pearllant

Lady Icilla?

Huh?

The sequel's heroine is a duke's daughter in Marinforest named Icilla,

and just when Prince Aqua is feeling fed up with

the fiancée the state chose for him, he meets her on the seashore!

Prince Aquasteed, it's so good to see you again.

Yes, it has been a while.

Did you swim all the way here?

Yes, I was swimming with the sea fairies, and I ended up here.

Welcome home, Prince Aquasteed.

And... this is someone I haven't met before, yes?

My name is Icilla Pearllant.

This is my fiancée.

Oh!

My name is Tiararose Lapis Clamentile.

I'm very happy to meet you.

The Pearllants are the ducal family that oversees the oceans.

Icilla is skilled at raising fish, corals, and other things in the sea.

She always helps me with my work.

Oh, I see!

I'll do my best to continue to be useful to you!

Oh, and please come visit our house again soon.

I always looked forward to your visits.

Of course. I'll visit soon.

Is it possible that I'm the villainess in the sequel as well?

Yes, my existence is definitely irregular.

I might be completely removed from the story.

If I am, then once again...

Excuse me. I'm going to rest by the carriage for a bit.

Huh?

I wasn't expecting the heroine to show up so soon.

I don't want to lose Prince Aqua.

What should I do now?

What face should I make when I return?

I'm not confident that I can act cheerful.

How troubling.

You're troubled?

Forest... fairies?

What's your name?

Oh, my name is Tiararose Lapis Clamentile.

Tiara! Nice to meet you!

I love Tiara!

I can't believe it.

Forest fairies don't normally like people,

yet they're blessing her?

Elliot? What brings you here?

Oh, I apologize.

I've been following behind at a short distance to guard you.

Did you wander out here alone because something is wrong?

No, I'm all right.

I was in the carriage for a long time, so I wanted to stretch my legs.

Tiara, you're not happy?

This flower is really tasty!

It's blessed by the forest fairies!

Eat it! Eat it!

It's delicious.

She feels better now!

Tiara!

I'm sorry. I was walking around over there a bit.

Please don't worry me so much.

Take me with you next time.

I will.

Are you hungry? I brought some sweets with me.

No, I'm all right.

I'm so fortunate.

Instead of being so afraid of the heroine,

I should treasure all the wonderful people who support me.

The Castle of Marinforest

I bet you've never taken such a long carriage ride before.

Are you feeling all right?

Yes.

As I mentioned, there'll be a welcome party for you in three days.

I will arrange a dress for you, of course, so please wear it.

You'll arrange a dress for me?

I'm so happy! Thank you!

Oh, darn it all...

You're so adorable.

P-Prince Aqua...

A whole year until we're married?

That's too long. I want to make you my wife right now.

Prince Aqua, don't be like that.

I'm going to complete my bridal training and be helpful to you as your wife.

Just wait a bit longer.

I know.

What do you think?

I gave you the half-up style that's popular in Marinforest right now.

It's lovely. Thank you.

You've always been so good at doing my hair.

This is where we encounter a problem.

What should we do about a hair accessory?

I'd like something that looks special for the occasion.

In that case, how about these?

They were all picked from the castle courtyard.

Flowers like these are a specialty of Marinforest.

They're lovely! Aren't they, Philine?

Yes, I'm sure they'll suit you perfectly.

Um... do you have one in a deep blue color?

A deep... blue?

I thought it might be nice to wear one the same color as Prince Aqua's hair.

Oh! That's a very good idea!

I'm very sorry, but there are no blue flowers this time of year.

Oh, I see...

What could this mean?!

It must be a gift from the forest fairies!

A gift?

Yes. You may be the only one in the kingdom right now