Rescue

A reef-strewn cluster of islands lay ahead, where the Friendship had anchored amid a lively atmosphere.

"Uncle, another serving of Kingdom cuisine."

Sitting cross-legged on the ground, Sakura's eyes curved into crescents as she happily enjoyed the food before her.

At the nearby volcano, Lily's father, Panz Fry, was cooking. The aroma was irresistible.

"It's so delicious! Lily was right—Uncle, your Kingdom cuisine is absolutely one of a kind!"

Conis ate elegantly, one bite at a time, offering praise now and then.

"Haha, thank you for saving Lily and me. I can never repay such a great kindness."

Panz Fry stirred an iron pot larger than a house, its fragrant contents sending up clouds of steam.

"You're too polite, Uncle."

Sakura's cheeks were stuffed full, and she did not seem to care.

"Chirp chirp."

Sisi raised her head and called twice. Meanwhile, Bepo and Mansherry were already completely absorbed in the delicious food.

After eating and drinking their fill, the group lay lazily on the ground, their faces full of satisfaction.

"Um, Sakura... are you really the princess of Kingdom, God's daughter?"

After exchanging a look with her father, Lily looked at Sakura with some unease.

Earlier, when Momonga exposed Sakura, his shocked voice had been too loud, so Fry and Lily had heard everything.

"That's right. My real name is Ye Sakura!"

Sakura sat up and admitted it openly.

Fry and Lily's expressions changed drastically. They sucked in a breath and stared at Sakura in disbelief.

"Then..." Lily felt flustered as she remembered what Sakura had said earlier.

"Lily, I don't mean you any harm. But your ability is too conspicuous. If Sister Reiju, Sister Kalifa, or anyone else finds out, they'll definitely take you away. And I can't stop them. Although Fire is a dragon, he's my closest