[{"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-661":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","The Hidden Extra: The Lazy Prince Refuses to Ascend The Throne",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":9,"content":12,"wordcount":13,"created_at":14,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},397145,661,"Chapter 661  Investigation Order (2)","the-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce-chapter-661","\u003Cp>\"There's something in here!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone turned to Alex. Eldrin stepped closer and asked, \"What is it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex held up the wine glass, still a quarter full, and said in a heavy voice, \"I smell something strange coming from this glass. Take a look.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He handed it to Eldrin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eldrin took the glass and brought it close to his nose. He sniffed carefully and caught a faint scent—one that would be nearly impossible for an ordinary person to detect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was slightly fragrant yet carried a sharp, pungent undertone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes narrowed as he said coldly, \"An aphrodisiac potion. Who put it in this glass?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An aphrodisiac potion was a concoction that could heighten a person's sexual desire. Judging by the scent, this one was strong enough to drive anyone who drank it into a frenzy, even to the point of losing consciousness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And since this glass belonged to Seira, it meant someone had been targeting her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I don't know. But I have a hunch,\" Alex replied vaguely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eldrin met his gaze and immediately understood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How certain are you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ninety percent,\" Alex replied with a conflicted expression. \"What do you think? Should we report this to His Majesty?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eldrin placed the glass back on the table and shook his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not yet. We still haven't found Princess Seira, and we haven't located Prince Aldrian's body. We need to investigate further.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A grim scenario formed in his mind: Aldrian had drugged Seira and tried to violate her—but Seira fought back and killed him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It sounded absurd, but it was the most likely explanation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex nodded, then turned to Rugard and asked coldly, \"Who was the attendant assigned to this private room?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rugard panicked and quickly looked at his staff.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Which one of you was on duty here? Speak up, now!\" he demanded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rugard panicked and quickly looked at his staff.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Which one of you was on duty here? Speak up, now!\" he demanded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The staff exchanged anxious glances. As the tension grew, a server suddenly entered from outside and said in a trembling voice, \"It was me, Manager.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone turned and saw an ordinary-looking man walking toward them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rugard stepped forward and said in a heavy voice, \"Karis. Explain exactly what happened to Prince Aldrian and Princess Seira. Remember—don't hide anything, or you'll face severe consequences.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The threat in his voice made Karis tremble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I-I'll explain it!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Karis began recounting everything. Alex, Eldrin, Rugard, Alina, and the staff listened closely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But when he reached the part about Aldrian somehow making Seira faint, their eyes widened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex immediately raised his hand. \"Stop.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Karis froze and shut his mouth at once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex glanced at Rugard, and Rugard instantly understood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"All of you, get out. Now!\" Rugard barked coldly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The staff didn't dare argue and quickly rushed out of the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, only Rugard, Alex, Eldrin, Alina, and Karis remained.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex narrowed his eyes at Karis and said sharply, \"Forget what you just told us. Understand?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Karis nodded stiffly. \"I-I understand.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex released the pressure he had been exerting, then asked, \"Now, where are the two of them?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Karis swallowed hard and answered, \"They're at the Seven Lights Inn.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Seven Lights Inn?\" Alex and Eldrin were startled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their expressions turned serious, and without wasting another second, they rushed out of the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alina bit her lower lip. She hadn't expected her brother to commit such a heinous act against Seira.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And when she connected it to Nolan's sudden disappearance, a deep sense of unease rose in her chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>'No… I'm sure Nolan isn't the culprit,' she murmured, tears streaming down her face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was terrified that the truth might prove otherwise. If it really was him, her relationship with Nolan would be over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Three kilometers from the capital of Altheris lay a vast grassland.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under the night sky, a gentle breeze rustled the tall grass, creating a breathtaking scene.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, beneath the bluish moonlight, a black horse galloped swiftly across the plain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two figures rode on its back. The one in front, holding the reins, was a handsome man.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was tall, with slightly long, tousled black hair and beautiful purple eyes that gleamed under the moonlight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The figure behind him, clinging tightly to his back, was a stunning woman with long pink hair flowing down her waist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were none other than Nolan and Seira.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After killing Aldrian, Nolan had taken a horse near the inn and fled the capital of Altheris.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It had been half an hour since Aldrian's death. By now, the palace should have already launched a massive search for the missing Nolan and Seira.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The night wind lashed against their faces. Nolan had imbued the horse with magical power, making each stride carry it far faster and farther than any ordinary horse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sister, hold on tight. I'm going to speed up.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that, Nolan tugged the reins. The horse surged forward, as if it were outpacing the wind itself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seira tightened her grip. Her face was pale—this was the first time she had ever experienced such a thrilling sensation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And the fact that she was riding like this with her brother made it feel even more exhilarating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her closed eyelids slowly opened. She gazed at Nolan's serious expression and murmured softly, 'I wish this moment could last longer.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She hugged Nolan's waist tighter and buried her face against his broad back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex, Eldrin, and Alina immediately rushed to the Seven Lights Inn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The luxurious inn looked deserted. Aside from a few staff members on duty, no one else was in sight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as they arrived, the receptionist greeted them politely. \"I'm sorry, but the inn is currently closed. Prince Aldrian has reserved the entire building.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her words startled the three of them. Eldrin quickly regained his composure and said coldly, \"I am Eldrin, His Majesty's right-hand man. Tell me—where is the prince now?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The receptionist visibly stiffened. Her face turned pale as she replied, \"Prince Aldrian is on the top floor, Your Excellency.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eldrin nodded. Without wasting another second, he and Alex headed straight for the top floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alina hurried after them. She needed to confirm whether Nolan was involved or not.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When the three of them reached the fourth floor—the inn's top floor—they walked straight toward room 112.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alex tried the door, but it wouldn't budge. It was locked tight. Without hesitation, he kicked it open and stepped inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment they entered, Alex, Eldrin, and Alina froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The room was in ruins. The furniture had been smashed apart, and some of it had even crumbled into dust.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But none of that mattered. What truly caught their attention was the corpse lying on the floor, a dagger driven through its body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was the crown prince—Aldrian.\u003C\u002Fp>",1123,"2026-05-30T06:57:32.241Z","2026-06-01T04:30:35.482Z",1,"novelbin.me","80b2dc50b5016d3dd8262d65d1718531b9aaa254e6c647eda46b2ec261e397ab","the-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce-chapter-662","the-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce-chapter-660",748,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-hidden-extra-the-lazy-prince-refuses-to-asce-cover.jpg"]