Episode 6 takes place in the Kingdom of Freesia. The narrative begins with Princess Pride Royal Ivy engrossed in Freesia's legal compendium. She possesses a unique ability that allows her to memorize the contents after a single reading. Pride studies the law to ensure she does not abuse it, aiming to protect the citizens of her kingdom.
While she is deeply absorbed in her reading, Tiara, Pride's younger sister, approaches her and shows interest in a book about floral decorations. The two sisters reminisce about their past, with Tiara displaying her fondness for happy endings and cute stories.
The episode takes a serious turn when the queen summons her daughters. She informs them about a man named Val, who was involved in an incident with the knights. This man's group was connected to the disappearance of knights from a neighboring land. They were hired by an opposing faction that opposed Freesia's alliance with the Anemone Kingdom. The group captured the knights of the Anemone Kingdom, extracted information, and planned a raid. The identity of the person who hired them remains unknown.
The queen, acknowledging Pride's legal expertise, entrusts her with the task of judging Val. Pride recognizes Val as a pawn hired to obstruct Tiara's path. She faces a dilemma: Val knows the whereabouts of the captured knights, making his immediate execution problematic. Pride proposes three possible punishments for Val, ranging from immediate execution to a loyalty contract that would guarantee his obedience and release after rescuing the knights.
After some deliberation, Pride opts for the loyalty contract, prioritizing the rescue of the captured knights. Additionally, she gives Val two commands: to protect Tiara in emergencies and to return to Pride if he ever finds himself in dire straits.
The episode highlights the emotional weight of Pride's decisions and underscores her internal struggle with wielding such power. Despite her stern exterior, she shows compassion and gives Val a chance at redemption.
The narrative shifts to a lighter tone as Pride, Tiara, and their brother Stale spend time together. They joke around, and Tiara and Stale craft flower wreaths. The episode emphasizes the bond between the siblings, with Pride expressing her love for Tiara and Stale.
At the end of the episode, Arthur, a friend and training partner of Stale, prepares for his knight examination.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.