I think the author might make some changes in the plot and how the story advances. I dont remember if there was that scene in the square whit those racist bullies and the prince and princess.
isn't the novel's author Turtleme? He's also listed in the credits for the Manga adaptation so if he decided for it to go this way he must have his reasons.
This actually isn’t canon, like it’s not on the light novel, and they don’t meet until later