episode_0098

How can I describe this feeling? It’s like finding something very unique in an unexpected place.

Of course, that’s not mine, but it’s something that students of all kinds of fields, whether medicine, magic, or swordsmanship, look at and roll their eyes at.

In other words, it’s not even gold, but being treated like that doesn’t mean it’s an item that has many uses and is valuable?

That means that once I have it, I too may be able to use it somewhere.

‘Either the colony members eat that and evolve, or I…’ … ?’

As I grew up, I was creating new colony members and growing the colony.

Moreover, the possibility of development of colony members that appear to have various evolutionary conditions could not be ruled out.

‘I wonder just in case… … ‘

Until now, when kernel worms were given birth to beasts, there was a low probability that large individuals would be born.

And the spiders evolved in different ways by eating Arachnella’s body fluids and spider silk, and ingesting women’s body fluids differently.

So what if you were to feed it something called Letland’s tears?

Parastars that had not even shown conditions for evolution until now could also evolve to a higher level.

‘Wouldn’t it be a bad idea to take a peek…? …

But if that happens, the atmosphere will be completely ruined.’

Students gather to have a good time, but the game prizes are stolen, and an atmosphere can be created where each person is accused of being a thief.

I also wanted Karla, who had been feeling uncomfortable since Yui disappeared, to have a good time, so even if it meant getting Letland’s tears, I needed to find another way.

‘Because I could get caught during the investigation process…

So what I can do now is limited… … ‘

The best case scenario is if Carla, who I’m currently hanging from my thighs, is the villain.

Perhaps, if that boy named Lucas has a crush on Carla, he might be able to trick Kim, who is the host of the Wicked Game anyway, into turning Carla into a villain and hiding her from suspicion.

Then, Carla would be able to win and receive the prize without much interference, and if I sneak a peek at it, there would be less chance of it turning into a big problem.

“Hmm… … ”

Even now, looking at Carla looking down at the card with slightly sparkling eyes, it seemed like there was no way that there was even a possibility of that happening.

‘I’m sorry, Carla…

I’ll use it for good… …

I hope you will donate it quietly… … ‘

As I was becoming more and more like a bully, my four pairs of spider eyes filled with anticipation were shining softly.

As expected, the person who would give it to me is not even dreaming of it.

But to further solidify my plan, which I thought was not bad until then.

I began to return to the den, remembering the schedule for the social gathering that would take place over the next few days.

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‘I am not a villain… …

So should I find the villain? ?

Looks like something fun… … !!’

Carla looked down at her card with bright eyes, as if she was aware of the insidious plot growing from her thighs, and then quickly stuffed her card into the small pocket on her dress.

And the moment Carla walked forward with a bright smile in anticipation of the game, purple hair passed by her as if the composition had changed.

‘uh… Ugh.. Damn it… … ‘

Her identity that anyone can recognize.

With a simple but pure white short pole hanging on her side, she walks towards her senior, one of the few people she knows. Her name is… …

“Anne!! This is not the Department of Swordsmanship, but the Department of Magic Design.

This is Hermi de Perrymoor, a graduate of the same jockey class as me.

Didn’t you say your sister was also in the Department of Magic Design? Say hello.

Hermi, this is my… … ”

“I already heard about it!! I heard you were kicked out of graduation!!

They say that after you graduate, you won’t even spit while looking at the academy.

How did I end up on the path to becoming a teaching assistant? !!”

“Hermi. Rather than that, why don’t you show me your best in front of the students.”

Suddenly, Lucia naturally wrapped one hand around Anne’s waist and held her forward, seemingly introducing her to a woman who was chatting happily with her.

“Yes.. yes!! Ah… Anne… It’s Monethen!!”

“Monehen? ah!! That Monethen from our side?”

“Marie.. Marie Monethen is my older sister… … ”

“Mari also had such a pretty younger sister!!

Maybe it’s because they’re sisters, but they look so similar.

Nice to meet you!! Look at your skin, it’s so fair!! What cosmetics do you use?”

“I.. that… I like cosmetics… … ”

“I also had great skin when you were there… … Ah, I’m just saying this in case you misunderstand… !!

My skin got worse because I stayed up all night too many times in 3rd and 4th grade… !!

Because of the never-ending assignments and the nagging of the professor who makes me tired no matter how many times I listen to it… … !!

Yes!! Listen!! There was once a professor… … !!”

“Ahaha… haha… … ”

Even though it was clearly the first time she had met, Anne was momentarily taken aback by the appearance of her senior approaching her with favor.

The senior seemed to be giggling and chatting for a while before disappearing while saying hello as if he was thinking of going somewhere else, promising to see him later.

Anne, who was watching her disappear among the students in the banquet hall, was only then able to look at Lucia, who was standing forward with her arms crossed.

“Hermi seems to be in a good mood today, perhaps because she got to meet her juniors.

It’s like this. You get to know a lot of people in social circles.

Then, you can build up connections that you can at least pretend to know later.

This time I brought in my connections, but next time it would be better for you to step forward and talk to me yourself.”

“Yes… Seniors… … ”

It was Lucia who gave constructive advice to Anne, who was not used to this type of position.

However, Anne’s expression as she listened to that advice was unusual, and Lucia’s eyes were narrowing as she asked her a question.

“But why is your expression like that?

What’s going on?”

“I… that is… … I am… I guess he’s a villain… … ”

When Anne gently lifted the card she was holding in her hand, Lucia quickly grabbed her hand and naturally pushed it into Anne’s pocket.

“Haaa… … It’s a little different than I thought.”

“Senior… ?”

“Naive. You must have heard the rules, right?”

“But… … ”

“Still, I like the fact that he’s not good at lying.

This may mean that it is easy to use.

On the other hand, it could mean that you are sincere.”

Lucia naturally rolled her eyes and glanced around, then gently wrapped her arms around Anne and led her to a corner.

A combination of two women with their arms crossed, which may seem a bit strange.

In addition, there were men who saw the two beautiful women and wanted to talk to them, but they seemed to be just observing them, as if they did not have the courage to do so yet.

They went to a corner for a while and sat down on the small sofas that had been prepared for rest.

In that state, Lucia picked up the small handbell that was on the table in front of her and rang it, and then turned to the servants approaching in a dignified manner and appeared to be ordering tea and refreshments.

“So, you are the villain?”

“That… … ”

“Why are you telling me that?”

“……”

“You don’t mean to give it up to me.

If that’s what you meant, I’d be in a bad mood.”

“That’s not it… Senior… Because I thought I could trust it… … ”

“Ho? Then why do you think so?”

“You don’t necessarily need a prize like this… ”

“You think I won’t be interested in the prize?

good. Well, we got one thing right. I will praise you.”

“One thing… ? That means… … ”

“I am in a position where I can obtain at least those dragon tears.

And I’ve already bought a bottle and drank it myself.

So I don’t need to obsess over it. That means you got it right.

but… … ”

Dahlia’s lips were softly licking, and before I knew it, the teacup filled with the tea that had been delivered was being gently placed to my lips.

“Could that be a reason why I won’t necessarily become obsessed?

If possible, it wouldn’t be a bad idea to drink one more bottle.

And wouldn’t my pride not allow me to lose the game I participated in?

The car smells nice. After all, it’s professional.”

“Ah… … ”

He lowered his head and sipped his tea, slightly raising his gaze sharply.

Anne, who momentarily froze slightly at the heat reminiscent of a heated sword felt in her suddenly changed orange eyes, was making eye contact with Lucia with a look of surprise.

However, seeing Lucia burst into laughter, which was unusual for her, Anne was able to swallow her saliva.

“Hehe. The thing about people is that their insides and outsides can be very different.

I’m not sure yet what your standards are for viewing people, but at first impression, I thought you were very wary.

But from what I can see now, I feel more naive.

It probably means that there is still a lot to learn.”

“I… I really need this… …

Because dragon tears are a valuable thing…

I might be able to help my family… … ”

Family life is not easy in many ways.

Recently, there was at least some way to survive, but the family’s situation was still not good.

Anne looked down at her card, which had been turned over, and was muttering quietly in a weak voice.

“In that case, we will have to hide this fact even more desperately.

And you will need to increase the number of people who can help you.

So now you know what you should do here?

Also, I don’t think it’s a good idea to eavesdrop, right?”

Lucia quietly listened to Anne’s words and then gently closed her eyelids. Anne was startled and tried to turn around, but her head was grabbed by both hands from behind and her gaze was fixed forward.

And the lively voice that began to reach her ears began to gently seep into Anne’s ears.

“Oh my? You’re doing this too much, Lucia.

Is it my sacred duty to listen to the voices of students?”

“After all, you are a student too, Charlotte.

As you heard, it seems like a precious ‘student’ needs help.

How about cooperating with them too?”

“Hey… Who are you… … ”

“Chairman of St. Plancina Academy.”

“Yes… … ?”

“I’m Charlotte de Polignac, a second-year student in the Department of Convergence Magic.

Recently, due to family circumstances, he has also served as chairman of the board.

I guess I’m not bored these days.

Thanks to Ms. Monethen, in many ways.”

Her one word that somehow gives me goosebumps and seems to contain an unknown meaning.

At the same time that Anne stiffened, Charlotte’s hand gently fell from Anne’s head.

However, Anne, who was stiff at the same time, was only able to see her walking forward and slowly adjusting her appearance and sitting down on the sofa next to her.

The natural beauty can be seen from the long, well-maintained hair that has a light green color reminiscent of nature.

And the green-blue eyes that I thought matched the hair so well were shining brightly, reflecting the bright lights of the social gathering place like jade.

However, contrary to her cute appearance, her eyes were full of mischief that made it impossible to know what she was planning, so Anne could only stare at her, unable to open her mouth like a dumb dumb person.

Isn’t he the chairman of the academy?

Anne had heard stories about the Marquis de Polignac before, but as a fellow student, she had no idea that the president of the board would exist so close to her.

Anne, who had a lot of thoughts in her head, remained silent, and it was Lucia who asked her a question, perhaps because she had become curious about Charlotte’s remarks.

“What does it mean to not be bored?”

“Miss Monehen has been involved in a lot of different incidents these days, right?

As expected, it was very difficult to cover it up so that unnecessary words wouldn’t come out…

So, why not reward me for working hard?”

“If it is a recent incident… Is it about a missing person case?”

Charlotte, who had been watching closely as Anne flinched for a moment when she heard that these were incidents involving her, smiled brightly on her lips.

“You’re quick to notice, Lucia.

First of all, the Grenot gang that the ‘victims’ belonged to were the ones I had been keeping an eye on.

I also thought about saying something nice someday.

But before anything can be done, a scandal like this starts to spread…

It’s also difficult for the Academy… … ”

“I was related to that… … !!”

“You didn’t say there was one?

I also know, after conducting some research, what kind of damage Miss Monehen and her family suffered.

Grenot did something pretty terrible to me.

I’m sure our academy prohibits power plays in the name of family.”

Charlotte let out a small sigh, but Anne, whose alert instincts were still burning red in her head, was unable to relax yet.

Anne was able to see that no further investigation was being conducted since the central public security police department had previously investigated, as no further contact had been received from her.

“The families of the missing Grenot gang students are protesting, but strictly speaking, they are the ones who broke the school rules.

And rather than the fact that Ms. Monethen was directly involved in their disappearance, the fact that the students disappeared somewhere on their own was bigger, so they were somehow able to suppress it.”

However, the unexpected fact that the chairman was in the background made her feel uneasy.

Why? Did he just think he was really a victim and was just trying to protect him?

But at least for now, Charlotte was just acting like she didn’t know anything, so it looked like Lucia was sipping tea and asking her a question.

“Then it probably has nothing to do with those problems.

So, shall we go back to the original story?

What if it’s a junior I’m keeping an eye on?”

“Is that as Lucia?

Or is it as the daughter of the Duke of Borgia?”

“For now, let’s just assume it’s Lucia.”

“Then it’s even more unappetizing… …

If we have Letland’s tears, we could use those funds to reorganize the academy’s curriculum a little… …

Then I think a new direction is needed… … ”

“Umm… … ”

Charlotte begins to look at Anne with a playful expression.

Anne, who was taken aback by her question, showed deep confusion in her eyes.

“It might be possible if Miss Monehen has something to persuade me… … ?”