Otaku Translation: I! Anomaly Cleansing Agent! C162

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Chapter 162: Where Is Everyone? Are They All Dead?

The sudden appearance of the princess, who had effectively ended the entire debacle with a single sentence, left everyone in the utterly stunned.

From Joshua, sprawled on the floor after being slapped, to the middle-aged noblewoman behind the princess who looked like she might faint at any moment, every witness could do nothing but gape in shock. Mouths hung open instinctively as their brains struggled to process what had just happened.

“Huh???????”

[Under the witness of and half of the kingdom’s nobility, First Princess Veronica has accepted your proposal. You have obtained the : “.”]

[Prince Consort of the Robin: The prince consort of and husband of First Princess Veronica. While you do not inherit the throne, your words and actions can, to some extent, represent the will of the royal family.]

[Equip Effect: As a highly esteemed prince within the territory of Robin Kingdom, you may demand anyone of lower status to bow to you.]

[Upgrade Path: If your marriage to Princess Veronica remains intact until she ascends the throne without divorce, this badge will automatically upgrade to an : “The Man Behind the Queen (Off-White).”]

[Hidden Attribute (No Need to Equip): Due to this being a purely political marriage, Princess Veronica only harbors a degree of goodwill toward you. Lacking deep emotional bonds, she will not overly interfere with your private life.]

“…”

So it really is the princess?

After dismissing the notification about his new badge, Leon stared at the voluptuous beauty striding confidently toward him from the entrance. His mouth opened and closed several times, but no words came out. He was at a loss for what to say.

The investigators from the had only just left yesterday, and suspicions surrounding his involvement in the still lingered. Logically, he should be cautious and quickly rid himself of the title.

But… this was a Gold Badge—with a clear upgrade path leading to an Anomalous-Colored Badge! If he backed out now, would they take it away?

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“Apologies for the unexpected visit—I’ve caused quite the commotion.”

While Leon stood frozen on stage, torn between hesitation and opportunity, the opportunistic princess had already made her way through the crowd and approached the main platform.

With a graceful nod to the dumbstruck nobles, Princess Veronica lifted the hem of her modest gown, curtsied elegantly yet regally, and then rose with the poise of a swan. Turning lightly, she extended her slender, veiled arm toward Leon, her cheeks flushed as her eyes locked onto his, conveying an unshakable resolve.

Initially, she’d merely come to watch the spectacle, but fate had dropped an enormous pie right into her lap. This man—several years younger than her—was the final piece of the puzzle needed to save the kingdom.

If she could leverage their marriage to claim the political legacy of , even if it meant alienating the old nobility or provoking assassins, today’s gamble would be worth it.

“No. I won’t allow it!”

Watching the man hesitate briefly before actually taking his sister’s hand, Prince Joshua—his left cheek swollen and red—shuddered visibly. His eyes widened in terror as he immediately shouted his objection.

As the king’s children, political acumen was drilled into them from birth. Though arrogant and hot-headed, Joshua wasn’t a complete fool. After recovering from the initial shock, he quickly grasped the significance of this “hand-holding.”

If that despicable Duke of Lionheart successfully married Veronica using all of House Lion as dowry, half the kingdom would fall under her control. Their positions would reverse instantly, leaving him as the one abandoned by their father.

If Veronica were ruthless enough, not only would he lose any chance at the throne, but he might even find himself shipped overseas to “feed the monkeys.”

No. At all costs, he couldn’t let this happen. Absolutely not.

“Veronica!”

Two sharp shouts drew everyone’s attention. Ignoring the lingering pain from the slap on his face, the freckled prince barked accusingly:

“Father has already narrowed down the candidates for your prince consort—you must choose from among them. By accepting the Duke of Lionheart’s proposal, you’re defying Father’s orders.”

“Oh?”

Facing the interrupting prince, Veronica smirked slightly, maintaining her outstretched arm toward Leon as she replied calmly:

“There’s nothing I can do about it. Duke of Lionheart is brave, kind, young, and handsome—especially when slapping someone. I fell for him at first sight. Since love struck so suddenly, I’ll have to disappoint Father’s careful plans.”

“Besides,” she added sweetly, “as his most beloved daughter, surely he wouldn’t blame me for a little rebellion in matters of my own happiness. In fact, he’d probably rejoice in my joy… Wouldn’t you agree, Joshua?”

Joshua’s face darkened at her loaded response.

Damn it. That old man would rejoice—but not because of her so-called happiness. It would be because the leader of the old nobility had inexplicably gone mad, bringing the and the military squarely under the crown’s influence.

Trouble. She’s clearly made up her mind to seize this chance and swallow House Lion’s inheritance whole. This path seems blocked now.

“Where are the Lions?”

Seeing that his sister was dead set on marrying the Duke of Lionheart and knowing that threats wouldn’t faze either her or him, Joshua shifted tactics. Scanning the room furiously, he sought out the actual power brokers of House Lion, hoping to pressure the insolent duke through them.

Glaring coldly at the sea of golden-haired nobles, Joshua didn’t bother hiding his disdain. He searched for someone in charge while harshly demanding:

“Are there no Lions left? Are you just going to sit there and let this bastard duke run rampant? Are you content to let him give away the entirety of House Lion?”

Even as he bared his teeth, silence remained the only answer. The guests exchanged whispers, but no one from House Lion stepped forward.

“Say something!”

Frustration mounting, Joshua growled, his brows knitting together in fury:

“You’re just going to stand there? Are all the Lions dead? Not one person dares to stop his nonsense?”

“…”

“Stop looking. There are no more Lions.”

Leon, watching the young wolf snarl and search desperately for reinforcements, finally spoke up with a strange expression:

“The former steward suffered a heart attack and is currently being treated in the carriage outside. The remaining elder collapsed when I slapped you earlier. And as for the newly appointed head of the house…” He gestured vaguely toward the doorway. “I think he passed out too when your sister accepted my proposal. See that figure lying near the entrance? That’s probably him.”

“…”

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