[{"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-651":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},397135,661,"Chapter 651  The Hidden Lie","the-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce-chapter-651",651,"\u003Cp>In the VIP room, Seira and Aldrian sat across from each other, sipping the wine that had been served and exchanging a few words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What do you think of this place? Do you like it?\" Aldrian asked hopefully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's nice,\" Seira replied calmly. \"At least, you have good taste.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was being honest. The restaurant was indeed beautiful and comfortable. The air felt cool but not chilly, putting anyone there at ease without feeling cold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her compliment made Aldrian smile. He pretended to remain composed, sitting up straight as he sipped his wine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you for the compliment. My mother recommended this restaurant, so it wasn't entirely my choice,\" he said humbly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had never been on a date before. How could he possibly know which places were suitable?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortunately, his mother understood his shortcomings and offered advice—one piece of which led him here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seira glanced at his slightly arrogant expression with a dismissive look but said nothing, continuing to drink.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon after, the servers arrived with their orders. Once everything was neatly arranged, Seira looked over the food with curiosity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was roasted pork, honey-glazed chicken thighs, perfectly cooked lamb chops, and more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All of it looked hearty and incredibly delicious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let's eat,\" Aldrian said casually, trying to appear elegant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the drool at the corner of his mouth betrayed him—he was starving.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seira rolled her eyes and started eating. To ease the awkwardness, they began talking, exchanging words over various topics.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Actually, calling it a conversation was a stretch. Aldrian brought up every topic, and Seira responded only minimally.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eventually, he ran out of things to say, and the atmosphere sank into an awkward silence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Um… Seira, there's something I want to ask. Do you—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before he could finish, Seira set down her cutlery and stood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sorry, my stomach hurts a little. I need to use the restroom first.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that, she walked out, leaving Aldrian frozen, a gloomy expression settling on his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hahaha! See—in the end, you won't win her heart, Aldrian. Give up. Everything you've done so far has been wasted. Value your time,\" a voice in his head taunted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aldrian clenched his fists, gritting his teeth in anger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No, you're wrong! Seira loves me! I'm sure of it!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The voice fell silent. Aldrian was stubborn, yes, but his own nature had started to feel repulsive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And why doesn't she love me?\" he shouted, his voice seething with hatred and rage. \"Tonight will be my victory. She'll be mine!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He took out the vial and, without hesitation, poured it into Seira's wine glass.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A twisted sense of satisfaction welled up inside him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Actually, he had his doubts, but the voice's taunts only deepened them, leaving him shaken.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What if the voice had been right?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What if everything was just a hallucination?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite his confidence, the fear of reality still lingered, forcing him to commit this terrible act.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, footsteps sounded behind him. Aldrian hurried back to his seat and resumed eating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shortly after, Seira returned and sat down. Just as she was about to take a sip of her drink, her movement froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aldrian panicked, silently thinking, \"She didn't notice, did she?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But his fear was unfounded. Seira took a sip, then continued her meal as if nothing had happened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aldrian let out a long sigh and forced a wide smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why are you smiling?\" Seira asked, suspicious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ahem! It's nothing. I'm just happy to see you enjoying your dinner,\" he replied, trying to appear calm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seira stared at him for a few seconds, then looked away and chewed her food.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To avoid further suspicion, Aldrian began asking various questions, all of which Seira answered briefly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alina, I need to use the restroom first,\" Nolan said as he slowly stood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alina bit into a piece of lamb, chewed, and swallowed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright,\" she nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nolan left the private room and headed for the restroom.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He washed his face and adjusted his hair, pretending to freshen up. Once done, he didn't return to Alina's seat but walked toward his sister and Aldrian instead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your Highness Nolan?\" a voice called, tinged with surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nolan turned and noticed the Grandmaster approaching from his left.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why are you here? No—well, it's good to see you,\" the grandmaster said, bowing slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nolan smiled. \"I was having dinner with Princess Alina. Fancy running into you here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He cast a quick glance toward the room where Aldrian and his sister sat, then asked hesitantly, \"What are you doing here? Is Prince Aldrian here too?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Grandmaster straightened and furrowed his brow. Aldrian had asked him not to tell Nolan about his dinner with Seira.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although Nolan was Seira's younger brother, Aldrian didn't welcome his interference. But if the Grandmaster lied, it would be obvious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a moment's thought, the he decided to be honest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, Prince Aldrian is in this restaurant. He's having dinner with someone,\" he replied, leaving the details vague.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh?\" Nolan's eyebrows shot up. \"Could it be with my sister?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Grandmaster hesitated, silent for a moment as if weighing whether to confirm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing his pause, Nolan smiled calmly. \"Don't worry, I understand. Maybe Prince Aldrian doesn't want me to know. Well, it doesn't matter—that's his business, and I have every right to interfere.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He shrugged indifferently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Grandmaster let out a quiet sigh of relief and whispered, \"Thank you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortunately, Nolan didn't press further. Otherwise, he wouldn't have known how to explain it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, the Grandmaster noticed Nolan's strange expression. Without thinking, he asked, \"What's wrong, Your Highness?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nolan didn't answer immediately. He glanced around cautiously, then stepped closer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I don't know if I should say this or not, but…\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He swallowed hard and lowered his head, then whispered into the man's ear, \"I think I saw some mysterious people outside the restaurant. They were wearing black coats and hats. Their behavior seemed very suspicious.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Grandmaster's expression turned serious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why are you telling me this?\" he asked, feigning ignorance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nolan turned his face away and folded his arms casually. \"It seems this has something to do with Prince Aldrian. I mean… maybe someone is after him.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Grandmaster's heart raced. He quickly composed himself and asked in a heavy voice, \"How certain are you that they're after the prince?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nolan rubbed his chin and held up five fingers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Fifty percent. But I can't guarantee it. I'm sure you understand the situation better than I do.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He turned, slipped his right hand into his pocket, and waved his left hand dismissively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That's all. If you don't want to believe it, that's your choice.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nolan walked back to his spot, quietly counting in his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'One… two… three… four…'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the count of five, the Grandmaster's voice called from behind him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wait! Can you come with me to where they are?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nolan stopped and smiled faintly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'You're caught, old man…'\u003C\u002Fp>",1141,"2026-05-30T06:57:32.241Z","2026-06-01T04:30:35.482Z",1,"novelbin.me","cd39c9c3277b47bdd5978ef7791dbcab926085b25368d65092b613d27e8ce88e","the-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce-chapter-652","the-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce-chapter-650",748,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce-cover.jpg"]