[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-the-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce":3,"chapter-the-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce-the-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce-chapter-110":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","The Hidden Extra: The Lazy Prince Refuses to Ascend The Throne",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},396596,661,"Chapter 110: Impressing the Count Balfron","the-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce-chapter-110",110,"\u003Cp>\"The representative of the Kingdom of Serothia, Prime Minister Martis, has arrived to offer His Majesty birthday greetings!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As those words echoed through the hall, everyone was instantly startled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Heads turned toward the entrance, where a man stepped in with calm, measured strides.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was tall, with shoulder-length brown hair. His face was stern, yet a thin, captivating smile curved at the corners of his lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dressed in a golden-brown robe that draped elegantly over his frame, he looked both refined and striking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At his sides stood a man and a woman clad in white armor—both exuding strength and clearly serving as his personal guards.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Prime Minister Martis? I didn’t expect him to be the one representing the King of Serothia at this party,Orlan murmured, admiration flickering in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Kingdom of Serothia was a large nation located in the eastern part of the continent, sharing a border with the Eastern Empire of Izanagi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, compared to the Eastern Empire of Izanagi—let alone the mighty Velmora Empire—Serothia was smaller and weaker in overall scale.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even so, the kingdom was not to be underestimated, as its military power was quite formidable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, Serothia was a close ally of the Great Velmora Empire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As a result, Prime Minister Martis was warmly received and respectfully welcomed by the noble family heads in attendance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Martis’ arrival, representatives from various kingdoms—both great and small—began to arrive one after another to offer birthday wishes to Ragan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, not all of them came with genuine intentions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some of these kingdoms had less-than-friendly ties with the Great Velmora Empire, such as the Kingdom of Nothirus and the Western Kingdom of Salthis, both of which were currently in conflict with Velmora.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, for the sake of diplomacy and appearances, they sent envoys to deliver polite greetings and offer a few well-chosen words to the Emperor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hahaha! So you’re the Sixth Prince, Nolan Lorian? I didn’t expect you to have grown this tall already. If I remember correctly, you were just a little runt the last time I saw you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as Leon and Orlan were deep in conversation, a cheerful voice rang out behind them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They turned to see a short man approaching, his face stern yet lit with a warm smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Father-in-law?\" Orlan blinked in surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was none other than his father-in-law—Count Rudy Balfron.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nolan was surprised as well, but he maintained his composure. With a courteous smile, he stepped forward and offered a respectful greeting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re looking as healthy as ever, Count Balfron. It’s an honor to see you again.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He extended his hand, and Rudy grasped it warmly without hesitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well said, young man! I already like your manners,\" Rudy said with a warm chuckle. Then, casting a playful scowl at his son-in-law, he added, \"Unlike that stiff over there, who can’t even manage a kind word for his own father-in-law.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orlan: \"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nolan let out a quiet chuckle at the remark but quickly restrained himself, not wanting to embarrass Orlan further.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instead, he shifted the topic. \"By the way, Count Balfron, there’s something I’ve been meaning to ask you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His polite tone gradually took on a more serious edge as he continued, \"Is the support you’re giving my sister in this battle for the throne truly sincere, or...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He let the sentence trail off—but anyone paying attention could grasp the implication.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orlan stared at Nolan in shock. He wanted to step in and smooth things over before his father-in-law took offense, but it was already too late.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh?\" Rudy’s gaze sharpened. He narrowed his eyes and asked, \"Does Your Highness believe my support is insincere?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nolan offered a slight smile. \"That’s not what I meant. I simply wanted to hear your thoughts directly, Count Balfron. We’ve never really spoken before—aside from a brief meeting when I was a child. So I just wanted to be sure of one thing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He continued calmly, \"So far, your support has only come through Marquis Orlan. That’s why I thought it best to confirm your position directly.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Many believed that gaining the support of a noble house meant securing their unwavering loyalty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In theory, that was true—but in reality, things were far more uncertain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just because a noble family pledged their support didn’t mean they’d remain loyal to the end.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even the slightest chance of them switching sides midway was enough to topple a prince—no matter how strong his position at the start.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Many such betrayals had been recorded throughout the empire’s history—and that was exactly why Nolan wanted to hear the answer directly from Count Balfron.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn’t just want to confirm the support; he wanted to ensure there wasn’t even the slightest hint of betrayal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because if there was, then only he knew what kind of disaster would await anyone foolish enough to betray his beloved sister in the battle for the throne.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orlan’s panic reached its peak. He had never imagined Nolan would speak so boldly to his father-in-law.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If this continued, it wasn’t impossible for their good relationship to sour—perhaps even turn hostile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He glanced at Rudy, only to see the man’s expression had darkened, brows furrowed in clear displeasure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Orlan knew that look all too well—it was a sign that his father-in-law was about to erupt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Father-in-law, please don’t be angry. Prince Nolan is actually—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before he could finish, the frown on Rudy’s face eased. The tension in his expression melted away, and a deep, hearty laugh escaped his lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hahaha! How interesting, Your Highness! You’re nothing like the rumors,\" he said with a pleased smile. \"I like your boldness. Rest assured, Your Highness—Count Balfron’s support is not just for show. It is genuine, and it stands firmly behind Princess Elina. I swear it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To be honest, Rudy had indeed harbored doubts about everything Orlan had told him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The negative rumors surrounding Nolan had circulated for years, and it wasn’t easy for him to trust mere words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His decision to attend today’s birthday was mainly to confirm things with his own eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet he hadn’t expected the young man before him to be so bold, direct, and decisive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Such qualities weren’t something just anyone possessed—they belonged only to those with unwavering self-confidence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The doubts in his heart began to fade, gradually replaced by a sense of deep satisfaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My choice wasn’t in vain. With Prince Nolan by her side, I truly believe Princess Elina will rise as the dark horse,Rudy muttered, clenching his fists.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In truth, Rudy hadn’t particularly favored any of the candidates in the current battle for the throne.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The First Prince, Aldric, was the nephew of Jason Malvain—and Rudy, who resented the Malvain family’s growing influence, had no intention of supporting him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adalen didn’t interest him either. His grandfather was the Singularity of Light—an outsider aligned with the Holy Empire of Valtanir, long-time enemy of the Great Velmora Empire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zarak and Cassian weren’t even in the running. Neither had the slightest hope of winning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the end, only two names remained in his consideration: Cedric and Elina.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortunately, he had not yet pledged his support to Cedric.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was Orlan who had first told him of Nolan’s miraculous feats—and of his rumored connection to the Singularity of Chaos.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, having seen Nolan in person, Rudy felt even more confident that he had made the right choice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nolan’s cold, indifferent expression softened, giving way to a sincere smile that lit up his handsome face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you, Count Balfron. I look forward to working with you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two raised their glasses of red wine in a toast and took a sip, the atmosphere between them warm and full of mutual respect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, Orlan, who had witnessed the entire exchange, stood frozen—his face a portrait of confusion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What... what exactly just happened?\u003C\u002Fp>",1293,"2026-05-30T06:57:16.338Z","2026-06-01T04:30:34.828Z",1,"novelbin.me","b9edb82db73be8600551bfea77fa2683052fcc9bd13bf0dcd1c7e3bd7a1861ce","the-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce-chapter-111","the-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce-chapter-109",748,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce-cover.jpg"]