While the Princess sisters were getting along over there, Ash's situation was looking equally promising. After he explained his purpose, the Pumpkin King pondered for a while before simply nodding in agreement.
"I understand. Then I'll hand the throne of the Pumpkin Kingdom over to you."
"It's that easy?!"
Instinctively, even Ash himself had not expected things to develop this way.
"Because you were the one who saved this kingdom in the first place."
Looking at the little fairies beside him, who were somewhat reluctant to part, the plump King continued with a smile.
"I failed to protect them, but judging by how they feel, you'll surely be able to protect them. Besides, after going through all this, I understand more than ever that being with family is more important than a King's authority!"
Maybe you were the one who helped me instead.
"Rather, I'll be counting on you from now on!"
Ash had prepared all sorts of soft and hard approaches, including many plans for dividing interests. Yet as he watched the King voluntarily step down and walk away happily with his family, he blankly clenched his fist.
Pumpkin Kingdom, get daze~!
Action Base, Get!
"What plans do you have for this place, Ash?"
"Since it's called the Pumpkin Kingdom, of course it should keep growing pumpkins."
After conducting an on-site inspection and confirming that the feng shui and soil here were perfect for cultivation—and that there were more than enough supporting personnel—Ash could not hide the smile on his face.
"As expected of the fairies' kingdom. It's far more fertile than Water Star, that remote corner of the universe called Earth! Whether used as raw materials or processed into cakes and pudding, it'll generate extraordinary profits!"
Thinking of the prosperous future ahead, Ash's smile became even more radiant