The Villainess Princess Will Dive into the Labyrinth Again Today – Chapter 56
Chapter 56: The villainess princess continues to savor the mysterious bitter liquid today
“Ugh…”
Miliaria, with a tone unbecoming of a lady, took a sip of the yellowish liquid.
“Ojo-sama… that tone is not fitting for a lady.”
The maid, Mary, scolded Miliaria, who gave her a sideways glance.
“No, it’s just… It’s just that I can’t help it.”
“What exactly are you drinking? It doesn’t look like a drink at all… you drink it every morning.”
That was correct. Miliaria drank something similar every morning, accompanied by the same groaning sound.
“Mary, you’re observant. This is my way of maintaining good health. I call it bitter juice.”
“Bitter juice… really? Isn’t that a bit straightforward?”
“I agree, but it’s so unpleasant that I can’t think of a better name. The moment I drink it, my tongue goes numb, my body convulses, and it feels like my body is rejecting it with all its might.”
Miliaria tried her best to convey her disgust, but felt like she wasn’t doing a good job.
However, after explaining, Mary appeared to understand Miliaria’s disdain to some extent.
“Why would you drink something like that?”
“It’s obvious, isn’t it? It’s good for my health. Would you like to try some? I have plenty, I can give you some.”
At Miliaria’s offer, Mary made a face that clearly showed her deep dislike.
However, as a maid, she couldn’t refuse.
“…Yes, as a maid, I think it’s problematic that I haven’t tried poison yet…so.”
With shaking hands, Mary took a sip.
And after drinking Miliaria’s unpleasant but proud concoction, she convulsed and collapsed.
“Mary! What’s happened!”
“Ugh, ugh… yuck.”
Despite making noises unbecoming of a maid, Mary somehow regained her composure and jumped up, shouting, “What have you made me drink! This is insane! I saw the face of my deceased grandpa!”
“Oh… didn’t you like it? It’s a valuable drink, you know.”
“I don’t think there’s a human who can handle it! Just putting it on my tongue made my whole body go numb and my consciousness was blown away!”
“I didn’t say it was good… but if you get used to it, you can drink anything, right? The convulsions will go away if you drink it about five times. There’s also red bitter juice and blue bitter juice.”
“What kind of health regimen is this? You’re going to die!”
Unfortunately, it seemed that Mary was not a fan of the bitter juice.
Was it because of the unpleasant taste? It was certainly nasty.
In a world where the concept of nutritional drinks did not exist, it was not surprising that it would be rejected.
“…Well, there’s nothing that can be done. Not everyone can appreciate the benefits of this best drink. I am proud to say that it is a rare item, even if many people want it, no matter how much I give out.”
“…Doing what’s not appropriate can really harm your health, you know?”
Miliaria smiled wryly at Mary, who couldn’t hide her skeptical gaze.
“Honestly… I’m already on edge because I sense an impending event, so please don’t hinder my efforts. It’s hard enough to drink this every morning, you know?”
The flavor, like concentrated muddy water with only oil paint to add color, makes Miliaria scream like a maiden every time because it is so strong.
Seeing Miliaria ‘s distressed gaze, Mary felt somewhat ashamed.
“Let’s talk about the juice later. But… is there an event? Has something happened?”
“Well, it might happen, or it might not. But I have a feeling like something is going to happen soon.”
The words about the hint of an event were vague, but they were not completely unfounded.
“… Hmm. I guess so. I guess there comes a time when you have to face it.”
As Miliaria pondered, Mary looked at her worriedly.
“Are you feeling okay today…? Your behavior is a bit odd for a girl before adulthood?”
“Mary… should I confront you now?”
“I respectfully decline.”
The encounter with the conquering character from the original work, “Concerto of the Light Princess,” is fueling Miliaria’s sense of unease.
For now, she should be able to get through it safely… by treating him to a meal, giving him a gift, or offering him advice, but it’s unclear what will happen.
“Ah, but… I haven’t met the most important person yet.”
Miliaria whispered as if to herself.
The heroine, the second princess Lyra.
The girl in the heroine’s role in this work is still just a child.
She hasn’t even started school yet, so there shouldn’t be any chance of meeting her, but considering the order of encounters so far, it’s not a bad idea to prepare.
Given the current situation, with successive encounters with characters from the work, it’s already fortunate that she can continue with her morning routine.
Miliaria has been increasingly thinking that this life may end at any time.
“Well, fate is fate, I suppose. But I have so many worries. I haven’t heard from Okaa-sama or anything. I’m too free, aren’t I?”
“That is… because having Miliaria-sama be free generates benefits, doesn’t it?”
“What’s that? I’ve never heard of that, Mary.”
“Really? I heard that the sales of the new type of carriage are also doing well. It seems that the various dishes created by Your Highness are also being served at restaurants?”
“That’s not what I heard?! What’s going on?
“Ojo-sama… it would be better if she became aware of her own influence.”
“Really? Well, it’s a good thing that there are more delicious things.”
Although there seems to be an impact in somewhat unrelated areas, Miliaria is just trying to get what she wants, so she has no regrets.
It can’t be helped even if you think about it deeply.
“Well, I’m a princess, so I guess that’s one way to look at it. So, what should we do today? Shall we try developing a new magic spell? Mary? Shall we try a new flavor of magic black coffee?”
“…I humbly decline.”
Miliaria laughed, saying that Mary didn’t have to be so reserved.
“Well then, let’s take a break. The roses in the garden should be in full bloom, right?”
Enjoying Mary’s reaction and feeling satisfied, Miliaria gazed out the window at the beautiful garden.
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