Afterword
THANK you very much for picking up Book 3 of Blue Rose Princess. My name is Roku.
The final book is here, all too soon. It feels happy at times but lonely at others.
My conflicting feelings aside, I’d like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who supported this series until the end. Thank you so much.
In fact, one of the themes of the series was the “salvation of villains.”
In the beginning, protagonist Alicia dies as the Poisonous Rose who ruined her kingdom and starts her reprise. Clovis first appears as a villain and opponent to her but finds salvation in the new life and begins to walk alongside Alicia. There were other “villains,” too, such as the Sutherland father and son and Crown Prince Fritz, but Chancellor Yggdrasil was particularly difficult to write.
Yggdrasil has a distorted sense of “justice” due to his past, contrasting with Alicia, who truly cares for her people and walks onward with eyes fixed on the future. That’s why it seemed destined for the two to come into conflict at the end of the story.
However, Yggdrasil is, at heart, a wise and rational character, so maybe he realizes his own mistakes somewhere in his heart. In that sense, Alicia’s direct denial is the key to breaking his curse and becomes his salvation. That’s what led to the ending.
What will happen to Heilland from now on? And most importantly, their future?
I revealed some of this in the newly written short story. It was really fun to think about the future of Heilland. Because they overcame many difficulties in the main story, the characters will continue to move towards a bright future. Yes, as the author, I truly believe this.
Last but not least, I’d like to express my gratitude to those who have helped me.
First up is Hazuki Futaba. I’m always captivated by the many wonderful illustrations she does, but Book 3’s were particularly moving since I could see my main couple full of happiness!! Thank you so much for breathing life into them with your amazing illustrations.
Next are Kuroda and Egawa from the editorial department at PASH! Your passionate words about the series have encouraged me many times to continue doing my best! Sorry for all the trouble I’ve caused, and thank you so much for all your support.
And to my readers, thank you, as always.
I look forward to our next meeting, so let me end here with one phrase.
Blessings be upon Heilland!
Kaname Roku
September 2018 (Good Day)