[{"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-421":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},396757,661,"Chapter 421: Distinguished Guests (2)","the-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce-chapter-421",421,"\u003Cp>The Kingdom of Serothia was an ally of the Great Velmora Empire and one of its closest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elina hadn’t expected the king himself to attend the party.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shortly after the King of Serothia appeared, a guard’s voice rang out again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The King of Lorynth has entered the hall!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone quickly turned their gaze toward the entrance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A man in his early thirties stepped inside. He was exceptionally handsome, with short, pale silver hair and a crown atop his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wore a pristine white robe made of the finest material.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In his hand, he carried a sword sheathed in a silver scabbard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unlike the King of Serothia, he had brought few guards—only one beside him, clad in white armor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even more unusual, his guard was a brown-haired woman with her hair tied back in a ponytail.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her expression was cold and indifferent, her gaze as sharp as a blade.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is that King Maldrin? He hasn’t aged a bit,\" someone whispered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, it’s him. I haven’t seen him in three years, but he looks the same, as if time hasn’t touched him.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ha! You’re all missing the point. King Maldrin is a renowned swordsman. His skill rivals that of a Celestial Mage, and in swordsmanship, he has never been defeated.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Noble heads of families and guests from distant lands exchanged excited whispers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>King Maldrin ruled the Kingdom of Lorynth. He was famous not only for his unmatched swordsmanship but also for his striking appearance, capable of captivating any woman.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even young women couldn’t resist his charm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He radiated a calm, mature aura, rare for a man his age.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’So, he really is King Maldrin, huh?’Rafine muttered, a hint of admiration in her voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had to admit, the king was incredibly handsome.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was the first time she had found another man attractive—besides Nolan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, compared to Nolan, Maldrin still fell a few points short.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’King Maldrin, huh? I need to build a good relationship with him. That will be invaluable in this battle for the throne,’Adalen muttered, his eyes burning with ambition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unlike other kings, Maldrin held extraordinary influence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although the Kingdom of Lorynth wasn’t as powerful as the Great Velmora Empire or some of the larger kingdoms, his mere presence commanded respect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gaining his support was like catching diamonds falling from the sky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not only Adalen, but also Aldric, Cedric, and Cassian each had their own thoughts racing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One by one, leaders from other kingdoms and empires followed King Maldrin into the hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some hailed from large, powerful nations, while others came from small, obscure kingdoms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet all were greeted with the same honor, a testament to the Great Velmora Empire’s impeccable etiquette, leaving the guests impressed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, suddenly, the next announcement from the hall’s gatekeeper made everyone hold their breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Imperial Family of the Holy Empire of Valtanir is entering the hall.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A handsome middle-aged man walked in, radiating calm and effortless authority.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His short, neatly styled golden hair framed a face marked with faint wrinkles across the forehead and cheeks, giving him a distinguished look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His golden eyes, sharp and cold, compelled anyone who met them to bow their head unconsciously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was the Emperor of the Holy Valtanir Empire—Dariel Everlain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beside him walked two others: a young man and a young woman.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both were strikingly attractive, though the woman drew particular attention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her long, wavy golden hair flowed gracefully, adorned with a silver crown and a sun-shaped hairpin tucked behind it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She wore a gold-colored, collarless gown that accentuated her cleavage, leaving the young nobles unable to tear their eyes away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though her beauty was slightly less striking than Elina’s or Rafine’s, she still looked as if she had stepped out of a painting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The young pair were Erald and Rebecca, Dariel’s son and daughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, an elderly man followed behind them. His posture was tall and commanding, as if time itself had no power over him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A neatly trimmed golden beard hung below his chin, and his eyes were piercing—like swords honed over a thousand years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Those who met his gaze felt as though their very souls had been cut by countless blades.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unavoidably, everyone lowered their eyes, unwilling to meet him directly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This man was the Singularity of Light—the very person Arnold had humiliated at the previous birthday party.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But now, he seemed quieter, without the arrogance he had displayed before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The heads of noble families still remembered the incident vividly, yet none dared to bring it up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite the embarrassing scene, he remained one of the Seven Singularities—beings capable of turning the entire continent upside down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To speak of it would be tantamount to signing their own death warrants, along with the doom of their families.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Grandfather! Uncle!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Father! Brother!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adalen and Clarisse rushed forward to greet them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dariel’s cold expression quickly softened into a gentle smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How are you?\" Dariel asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fine,\" Adalen replied with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m fine too,\" Clarisse added, her smile faint but warm. \"And all of you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His gaze swept over Dariel, Erald, Rebecca, and the Singularity of Light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We’re fine as well, Auntie,\" Rebecca said, stepping forward and clasping her hands politely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Good,\" Clarisse replied, clearly satisfied with her answer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that, she and Adalen guided the four to the other side of the hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sight drew everyone’s attention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They knew Adalen and Clarisse were related to the Everlain family, but seeing their interaction in person felt far different from what they had imagined.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Singularity of Light, huh? What an incredibly powerful man.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the distance, King Maldrin narrowed his eyes, warily gripping his sword, which trembled slightly as if intimidated by the man’s mere presence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your Majesty, don’t let your desires control you,\" a soft, indifferent voice sounded beside him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>King Maldrin took a deep breath, trying to steady himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re right, Reyna. I... I’m sorry.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As a swordsman who had never known defeat, he longed to face the Singularity of Light in combat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although he knew how it might end, his desire to fight remained undiminished.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, he knew challenging him here would be rude and disrespectful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So, what do you make of the Singularity of Light, Demon Emperor Zerathos?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cassian folded his arms and asked casually.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In his mind, Zerathos stared intently at the Singularity of Light, his body trembling despite himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’What a terrifying power... Is he even human?’His heart pounded in his chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Never in his life had he witnessed anyone wield such overwhelming strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And yet, he knew the man was holding back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even a mere fraction of that power was enough to fill Zerathos with fear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He closed his eyes, forcing himself to appear calm, and replied indifferently, \"I... don’t know.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1114,"2026-05-30T06:57:16.339Z","2026-06-01T04:30:35.482Z",1,"novelbin.me","542abe6fd78fb08b032b13672abe74749a3fc0c562f042c5124d4b73c5eaf87e","the-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce-chapter-422","the-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce-chapter-420",748,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce-cover.jpg"]