A beautiful blue-haired girl is traveling back to the capital in a carriage, after visiting one of the villages on the far side of the border of her country for business. She notices something on the side of the road among the trees.

“Stop!!” (???)

She steps out of the carriage.

“What is it, Princess Lakua?” (Bodyguard)

The bodyguard runs over alarmed from her sudden order to halt.

“Lakua?” (???)

A man walks over from the front, and follows her gaze.

“Hah… I already know what you are about to say. Let's go. Hey! You two, come with me for a second!” (???)

“Thank you, Luka! You understand me well!” (Princess Lakua)

The man smiles wryly, but because she's like this that he fell in love with her.

“Hm?” (Luka)

It was a rabbitkin and a young man. It seems they are unconscious. Lakua runs up to stand beside Luka.

“They are just about our age…” (Lakua)

Luka used to be an orphan, but ever since he met the princess, his fate changed. The both of them fell in love with each other, and overcame the obstacles with support of the people around them. They managed to rebuild the country's system from scratch with Luka’s unconventional knowledge, and it's thriving more than ever. The results Luka brought forth gained the respect from many throughout the country. Now both of them are engaged with the backing and approval of Lakua’s family and most related parties.

Suddenly, the rabbitkin roused up. She looks up and meets our gazes. She panics and uses a jumping skill to fly backwards holding tightly onto the young man behind her back. She looks at me apprehensively, and turns to survey the surroundings.

“Luka, those eyes reminds me of the old you…” (Princess Lakua)

If Lakua says so, it's probably true. She always catch the smallest details. Luka really hated the word fate, nothing is fated, fate can be altered. Luka falls into thought for a moment. How would he act if he was in the rabbitkin's position right now.

“Princess Lakua, they might die at this rate.” (Luka)

“I had the exact same thoughts! Luka, let me speak with them.” (Princess Lakua)

Luka nods. Lakua slowly approaches the rabbitkin.

“Could I ask for your name?” (Princess Lakua)

“......” (Rabbitkin)

“Would you like to come with me?” (Princess Lakua)

“......” (Rabbitkin)

“I will help both you and the young man on your back.” (Princess Lakua)

Lakua watches the rabbitkin wavering.

“N-No… Thank you but we must get going… Bye.” (Rabbitkin)

The rabbitkin jumps and disappears out of sight deeper into the forest. Although, that direction is the same direction where we are heading; the capital.

“Exactly like how you used to be.” (Princess Lakua)

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The princess smiles sadly as she gazes at the disappearing back of the young maiden.

“We'll meet again soon, I already attached my tracking magic. I will keep a close eye on them.” (Princess Lakua)

Luka smiles wryly as nostalgia of that time, when Lakua used that magic on Luka once before, start resurfacing.

…

…

I wake up on a soft bed. Eh? What happened? Where am I? I was in a unfamiliar room. I glance to my side to see Hana sleeping as she leaned on the edge of the bed. I gently pat her as I move to touch her ears out of curiosity-

“Hwah!??” (Hana)

Hana is jolted awake and grabs her ears, looking at my direction with teary eyes.

“Ahaha… Good morning, Hana.”

She was still in a slightly dazed state before finally realizing the reality that I am awake now.

“M-Meirou!” (Hana)

She jumps and hugs me from the waist.

“There, there.” (Meirou)

I smile warmly at the teary-eyed Hana. The door opens and a young girl with long blue hair enters.

“Oh? Oh? Am I interrupting?” (???)

She was peeking through the door with her eyes sparkling.

“Awawa!?” (Hana)

Hana quickly releases me from her hug.

“Where am I?” (Meirou)

“The capital city of Everard. I brought you here by my convenience. Let me introduce myself: My name is Lakua, the princess of Everard.” (???)

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“Princess!?” (Meirou)

The princess smiles.

“Although I say that, don't mind the formalities.” (Princess Lakua)

“A-And why did a princess take us in?” (Meirou)

“As I said, by my convenience.” (Princess Lakua)

The princess smiles.

“......” (Meirou)

「Master Meirou, when I was carrying you, I met her and she offered a hand. But I refused, and ran away. We met again outside the city gates. and that was when I decided to accept her help that time…」 (Hana)

Hana makes eye contact with me. I am not receiving any thoughts from the princess. Again, huh?

“I'm grateful for your kindness and hospitality, Princess.” (Meirou)

“Just Lakua is enough.” (Princess Lakua)

I-I see. Thank you, Lakua.” (Meirou)

“When your injuries completely heal, you are free to leave. Just let the nearby knights know of your intention, and they will lead you out. I have business to attend to now, so take care. I wanted to visit to see your condition, but it seems like it should be fine now.” (Princess Lakua)

“...You don't question our backgrounds?” (Meirou)

I can't fully believe that a princess would accept someone of unknown origin into her castle, or what could be a castle from the appearance of the walls of the room. If she truly is this naively kind, helping people left and right, then it really reminds me of myself before I was stabbed in the back by Tsukoki. I have always helped out my friends whenever they get into some sort of trouble, but that's because we were friends. An already established relationship built upon getting to know each other, beyond the surface through the passage of time; in other words, mutual trust built upon intimacy. So, even I'd still keep my guard up a bit towards someone of completely unknown origin, especially while in this world full of deceit and only for personal gain. Does she have ulterior motives?

“Just looking into your eyes can give me a sense of understanding of what kind of person you are. I based my decision to help you on that.” (Princess Lakua)

‘Just looking into my eyes’?

“I hope we meet again.” (Princess Lakua)

The princess smiles at me. Before I got another chance to redirect another question, she leaves the room with two knights waiting for her outside the door. She is just going to let us leave like that? ...When I found out she was a princess, and that she could possibly just be a naive girl, ideas such as how to take advantage of it came flowing in. I was shocked at myself how such thoughts were my foremost priorities. I sigh in self-loathing. My thoughts are becoming more and more twisted ever since I was dropped into this world.

“Hana, how long was I asleep here?” (Meirou)

Hana has been watching me the whole time since my conversation with the princess.

“Two days.” (Hana)

“I see…” (Meirou)

“Master Meirou.” (Hana)

“Hm?” (Meirou)

“I will follow you, no matter what decision you make. Even if you take advantage of someone, or do unforgivable acts.” (Hana)

I return to make eye contact with Hana. I smile, and pat her on the head. My heart was full of warmth from the thought that even if I decide to go down the deep end, I would still have someone follow me willingly. I can't control this telepathic ability, but I don't mind leaving our minds synchronized like this. Is this the true form of 「Perfect Communication」?

...

After one more day of hospitality at what I've confirmed to be Princess Lakua’s castle, I finally decided to leave. I walk through a lively city full of bustling activity. I've finally concluded that my mind-reading ability evolved to this synchronized telepathic ability, along with the physical psychokinetic wave ability for offense. I don't receive any more thoughts from others anymore, even from normal passersby. I am surprised that a blessing can evolve, but I kind of regret losing the ability to receive thoughts from others, even if it was an ability full of restrictions.

“M-Meirou, can I ask you something?” (Kanko)

Ah! I completely forgot about Kanko! She was silent this whole time since before last night's break-in that I forgot she was still in hidden in my vest pocket. Ah. Our minds are also still synchronized too.

“Meirou, it's all right. There was never a good chance to appear until now. I was worried about appearing in front of the princess too… I know that just being a fairy will cause you problems…” (Kanko)

“But that doesn’t justify me forgetting you. I'm sorry, Kanko. Let me apologize.” (Kanko)

「Meirou... I feel so blessed to- Ah-」

Kanko notices Hana’s affectionate yet teasing expression on her.

“You're not going to finish your sentence, Kanko?” (Hana)

“I-I-It’s okay…” (Kanko)

A-Ahaha… Whether this was a blessing or not, I've yet to determine. What I can conclude though, is that from our synchronized telepathy, our relationship has tightened more firmly; like a real family.

“So, what did you want to ask, Kanko?” (Meirou)

“Ah, Meirou… I saw someone that fit the details of one of your friends that you shared to us; but I might've been wrong… Is this him?” (Kanko)

An image appears in my mind.

"Wha-!? Where did you see him!?" (Meirou)

I freeze on the spot.

"W-We just walked past each other a while ago. I saw his silhouette, but everything I saw in Meirou's memory was different from my impression him. I was worried if I should tell you or not... but I decided to. H-He is dangerous, right?" (Kanko)

Hana quickly turns her back and quickly survey the surroundings, with a hand on the hilt of her sword. I pat on her shoulder.

"He's likely gone by now. It's very crowded here, so it would be difficult to search for him at this point anyway." (Meirou)

"B-But..." (Hana)

"Don't worry, it's fine. Like Kanko said, we don't know for sure if it was him. But thanks Kanko, for letting me know." (Meirou)

Hana nods and calms down. I pat Kanko with my finger.

"...That bastard…” (Meirou)

Nonetheless, after hearing that he was nearby... I couldn't help but voice my thoughts as my expression darkens. A voice of anger under my breath.

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