How to Survive as a Princess in a Reverse Harem Game - Chapter 11
I was a bit puzzled for a moment, but decided to learn more about the game and the system before the maid arrived.
The maids would probably come when the time was right.
‘Status window.’
I whispered it to myself, and the message window appeared. The status window, which I was opening for the first time, was very simple and clear. There were only three sections.
―My Information
―Affinity
―Quest
It’s nice and simple. Much better than being complicated.
I decided to start with ‘My Information’ at the top and looked at it step by step.
[<My Information> Nepheli Leta Anesis
First Princess of the Kingdom of Lublin.]
The royal bloodline and blessings of the legendary ‘Lublin’ dragon ran through me, and I was born with exceptional mana potential. However, after an unfortunate accident, my mana circuits were damaged.
If I don’t periodically release the mana accumulated in my body, I risk mana overload, which could lead to death.
Before the accumulation reaches 100%, I must have a relationship with my knight and guardian, and transfer the mana to him.
―Current Mana Accumulation: 59% (Normal)
―Special Ability ‘Secret Mode’ is active.]
Most of this was information I had already learned yesterday through the guidebook and message window.
That ‘Secret Mode’ probably has something to do with 19+ content…….
‘What was my mana accumulation rate yesterday?’
I vaguely remember the first digits, but I can’t recall the exact number. I should memorize the current figure and check it again later.
Next, I checked the Affinity. So far, I could only see one person.
[<Affinity>]
[―Isaac Harsen]
This was the same man’s affection I had seen yesterday. Not much had changed in just a day, but I opened the window anyway.
[<Character> Isaac Harsen
―Affection: 1 / 100 (Noteworthy)
―(Details)]
Huh? ‘Details’? I didn’t see this option before.
Curious, I pressed it, and the message window expanded with more information.
[<Character> Isaac Harsen
―Affinity: 1 / 100 (Noteworthy)
―Guardian who swore an oath to the 1st Princess ‘Nepheli Leta Anesis’. Head of the Harsen family, one of the three great ducal families.
Though his outward appearance is cynical and indifferent, his loyalty to his lord is unmatched, and he is steadfast. (Collapse)]
I wasn’t expecting much, but…… I didn’t think it would be this sparse either.
At least with the affinity system, it should be possible to know what someone likes or dislikes, right?
Of course, it wasn’t a complete loss. I now knew the reason Isaac had formed a bond with me despite having almost no affection.
‘Because of his loyalty.’
It was impressive enough to make me involuntarily shake my head. No matter how loyal he was, forming a relationship with someone he had no feelings for seemed strange.
Still, it was a relief that it wasn’t forced, nor was he after power.
Even if the affection doesn’t increase, I probably won’t be betrayed.
[<Quest>
―<Main Quest> Reach the ‘True Ending’ of the game (In Progress)
―<Quest> Collect clues about the character ‘Reno Harsen’ (In Progress)]
I looked over the remaining list, but there didn’t seem to be anything new to learn. After closing all the windows, I began exploring the room.
Still, since the maids didn’t come, I decided to pull the bell next to the bed. They had told me to use it if I needed them before going to sleep yesterday.
It wasn’t long before the maids entered. While sitting on the bed, I washed my face, brushed my hair, and had my meal. It was the kind of luxury I rarely experienced.
Even though I was risking my life inside this game…
‘I wish Jiyu could eat something like this too.’
Given our tight finances, I had never been able to dream about such expensive and delicious food, and the longing lingered.
‘I need to clear the ending and get out of here soon.’
I tightened my resolve, recalling the current quest.
The ultimate goal was the main quest, but it wouldn’t hurt to complete some smaller quests in the meantime.
I then waited for a natural opportunity to ask about Reno Harsen. However, no matter how long I waited, the maids didn’t bring up any personal topics with me.
‘I won’t be able to hear anything like this.’
Feeling a bit impatient, I opened my mouth while the maids were dressing me.
“About Reno Harsen, what’s he doing right now?”
“If it’s Lord Reno…….”
The maids paused and exchanged looks with each other.
