[{"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-26":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},396662,661,"Chapter 26: The Appearance of the Enormous Dragon and the Chaos","the-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce-chapter-26",26,"\u003Cp>Roaarrr!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A thunderous roar suddenly erupted from the southern sky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sound made everyone—including Nolan, Elina, the princes, and Ragan—freeze in place.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instinctively, they turned their heads toward the source. In an instant, horror filled their faces.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"A dragon!?\" a terrified scream rang out from among the commoners.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The dragon was colossal—its body black and stretching nearly a hundred meters in length. Dark scales shimmered with a reddish glow, and two enormous horns jutted proudly from its head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its face was terrifying, scarred by deep sword slashes on both sides.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A pair of crimson eyes gleamed with murderous intent, impossible to conceal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Anyone who met its gaze would feel as if their soul was being gripped by a giant hand, ready to be shattered into pieces.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its massive wings spread wide, and with each flap, shockwaves split the air—bringing with them a crushing pressure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Damn it! How did a dragon get into the capital!? Isn't there a magic barrier protecting the city!?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I don't know either! But one thing's certain—this dragon is powerful enough to break through that barrier!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is a disaster! Look at its size—it's huge! If it steps on us, we'll be pulp!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Panic swept through the square. What was once a calm crowd had turned into a scene of pure chaos.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>People surged toward the exit gates, pushing and shoving each other in desperation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, this was a natural reaction. Who wouldn't be terrified by the appearance of such a massive dragon?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One blast of its fire could reduce them all to ashes!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Get out of my way, damn it! I need to get out of here!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Help! My daughter is missing!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wahh! Somebody help me! I don't want to die!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The soldiers tried to intervene and calm the crowd, but their efforts were in vain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The chaos spread not only among the commoners but also to the noble family heads seated on the right side of the stage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Panic-stricken, they rose to their feet and scrambled toward the special backstage exit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Marquis Caltheron, we need to leave now! The dragon's almost here!\" Marquis Valmire stood up in a hurry and grabbed Caltheron's arm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Marquis Caltheron didn't budge, leaving Marquis Valmire stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What are you doing!? Do you want to die? If so, I won't stop you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With surprising calm, Marquis Caltheron stood up and casually rubbed his wrist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There's no need to panic like that,\" he said. \"Don't you see? His Majesty the Emperor and the Dukes aren't panicking.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He gestured toward Ragan, the princess, and the Dukes, who stood on alert but showed no signs of fleeing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Marquis Valmire fell silent, taking in the scene. Before he could speak, Marquis Caltheron continued, \"That means His Majesty must have a plan to deal with this dragon. Our empire has stood for a thousand years—you think they wouldn't have prepared for something like this?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His calm and logical words slowly began to ease the panic within Marquis Valmire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yes, it was true. What he said made sense. Why was I this scared?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Marquis Valmire wiped the sweat from his soaked temples.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In his shock and fear at the dragon's sudden appearance, he had nearly forgotten where he was—the Imperial Capital.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was the most secure, prosperous, and powerful place on the entire continent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Let alone a dragon, even stronger monsters would have a hard time causing chaos here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, this was where the strongest forces and greatest mages were gathered and stationed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was no reason to feel fear or anxiety.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, on the main stage, Ragan stared at the dragon with unwavering eyes, showing not the slightest hint of fear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How did that dragon break through the capital's magic barrier?he wondered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The magic barrier that protected the capital had been created by Celestial Mages—the highest rank of mages in the world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was supposed to withstand even the fiercest attacks from the most powerful dragons. And yet, this one had broken through.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That could only mean two things: either this dragon was incredibly powerful, or the capital's barrier had weakened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, the barrier was crafted a thousand years ago. It wasn't impossible that its strength had waned over time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Brushing the thought aside, Ragan turned to Aldric, Cederic, and Adalen and gave a firm command.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Get off the stage immediately and help the people maintain order as they evacuate. This is a golden opportunity to win their sympathy—and their loyalty.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The three nodded in unison and replied firmly, \"Yes, Father!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without hesitation, they ran down from the stage and joined the soldiers in trying to calm the chaos below.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ragan then turned to Cassian, Zarak, and Elina. \"You three as well—go.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes!\" they responded in unison, nodding firmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zarak stood and cast a cold glance at Nolan but said nothing before stepping off the stage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let's go, brother,\" Elina said as she grabbed Nolan's wrist and pulled him along.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nolan shook his head lightly in resignation, then quickly followed Elina to help restore order among the crowd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The chaos sparked by the dragon's arrival was beyond imagination.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The palace square was vast, and tens—if not hundreds—of thousands of people had gathered in response to Ragan's summons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was complete pandemonium.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mommy! Wuuu! Where are you, Mommy!? I'm scared!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the midst of the panicked crowd, a small girl's hysterical cries rang out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was a six-year-old girl with an adorable round face. Her red hair was braided into two plaits, with a bear-shaped ribbon adorning the right side of her head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tears streamed down her cheeks as she looked around frantically, searching for her mother.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mommy!\" She cried out again, but no one answered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>People rushed past her, too focused on their escape to notice her distress, which only made her more panicked and afraid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Did you lose your mother, little one?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A gentle voice suddenly spoke beside her. Startled, she turned—and saw a handsome figure standing nearby: Nolan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You... are you Prince Nolan?\" She asked softly, rubbing her eyes and wiping away lingering tears.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nolan gave a small nod, then crouched down and gently stroked her head. \"Yes, it's me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The little girl sighed in relief and stepped closer, gripping the hem of Nolan's robe. \"Prince Nolan, I lost my mommy. Can you help me find her?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her innocent, adorable expression melted Nolan's heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For some reason, she reminded him of Elina as a child—spoiled and always wanting to stay close to him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He carefully lifted the girl into his arms and slowly stood up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"All right, let's find your mommy,\" he said, lightly pinching her cheek.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hehehe...\" The girl smiled sweetly, even though tears still streaked down both cheeks. \"Thank you, Prince Nolan!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nolan returned her smile with a small nod.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But suddenly...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A powerful explosion shook the sky. Seconds later, a terrifying shockwave swept across the square.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>People were thrown off their feet, knocked to the ground, and blown away before they could react. Everything happened too fast for anyone to escape.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Nolan remained steady, holding the little girl protectively in his arms, unmoving.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes narrowed as he stared upward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>About two kilometers above the ground, the black dragon hovered, jaws wide open.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Between its teeth, a swirling orb of energy crackled—purple plasma entwined with black flames, bubbling fiercely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nolan's expression darkened. \"This... is truly dangerous.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1220,"2026-05-30T06:57:16.060Z","2026-06-01T04:30:34.828Z",1,"novelbin.me","9d24410a0edbe9fe02bbaa6a7f39b3ecac149e58cf709fedfb7be1b63d156585","the-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce-chapter-27","the-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce-chapter-25",748,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce-cover.jpg"]