At first glance, it was a glamorous ball. But behind the scenes, a cruel annulment of engagement by the Second Prince Kyle unfolded. Scarlet was moreover framed with a crime in public and humiliated as an example. However, this story sets itself apart from the typical “villainess getting her comeuppance” trope. That's because she was not a weakling who would simply cry and leave. Scarlet, still in her dress, quietly but surely ignites the fire of her wrath, asking, “May I punch this damn wench?” Yes, she chose to confront the world by “hitting” it.

Although Scarlet originally despised Kyle, she silently endured the injustice due to her position as his fiancée. Then comes the moment when the anger accumulated in her heart finally crosses its critical point. Hidden beneath her flamboyant villainess attire was a new power: “righteous violence.” Moreover, this power isn't just taking out her frustration; it plays a major role as a “fist of purification” that challenges the corrupt aristocratic society. While she is an unconventional heroine who finds pleasure in hitting others, she strangely evokes the reader's empathy and cheers precisely because her anger is a counterattack against injustice. It's rare to find a protagonist whose story is this satisfying to read.

The appeal of this work is that it doesn't stop at simple poetic justice. Scarlet wields magic as well as her fists, and her fighting style is truly that of a “refined destroyer.” It's not just her enemies who are surprised by her strength; the reader is also kept in suspense, wondering what move she'll make next. Furthermore, the skillful part of this work is that it never gets too heavy; the humorous lines and scenes inserted at a good pace bring an exquisite balance to the narrative. The masterful fusion of gag, action, and Scarlet's sheer dominance makes this work utterly captivating from start to finish.

Saigo ni Hitotsu dake Onegai shitemo Yoroshii deshou ka is a story that teaches the strength of not yielding to unreasonable treatment. In a reality where people are constantly being pushed around, many readers will be encouraged, thinking, “Maybe I can change too,” by Scarlet's resolve to stick to her convictions. The heroine is certainly not “pure and righteous,” but her actions are consistent with her principles. That is why every single one of her blows resonates so deeply.