@Sarah2013: Nobles? You'd be shocked at how much sugar is in OUR modern food. Look at your average condiments' nutrition facts, such as ketchup. Most of our modern food is absolutely loaded with sugar nowadays. Compared to times before industrialization, we all eat like nobles.
I can't wait to see the stupified look on Mielle's and Isis' faces when they realize that The Crown Prince is actually looking for our dear protagonist. I'm literally rubbing my hands together in gleeful anticipation.
The comments are freaking gold.
And I also agree on the Claire = Aiko theory. It makes sense, especially if the brief flashbacks of Shuuichi calling Claire a "demon" are an actual clue and not a red herring.