The Heroines All Want to Kill Me

"...Well, then I'll see you at the next gathering."

"...Okay!" I stroked the saintess for a while. After confirming that the black energy condensed in my hand had completely disappeared, I said goodbye to her. Then, the saintess showed a bright smile, bowed to me, and walked towards the classroom.

'...Sure enough, Pelosh poses a relatively low threat. Except for not knowing which direction she'll run off to, there's probably nothing to worry about.' Pelosh is so naive that it's almost outrageous. Even without me playing any tricks, she'll step into the trap on her own. Clearly, the Sun God Cult must have indoctrinated her with the dangers of black mages through something close to brainwashing, yet she's so close to me... It seems I have to protect her instead to prevent her from getting into trouble.

'...As for the other women, I really need to be more careful.' First of all, there's the princess. Her destructive Sunlight Magic Power is indeed a problem... but the power she wields is also overwhelmingly great. She has already secretly started gathering her confidants and is expanding her influence in a bolder and more diverse way than in the previous life... Before long, the power structure in the imperial city will change dramatically. Once the empress seizes power, she'll soon launch a full - scale attack on the young master. By then, neither the Sun God Cult nor the Moonlight Duke's family, and perhaps not even the Starlight family, which has managed to barely hold on under the influence of the royal family, will be able to last long.

'Irina's magic power is currently depleted, so she's not a threat for now... but the future is uncertain.' The future great mage, Irina Filiard, for some reason, is currently in a state of magic power depletion. Presumably, it's because she tried to cast a complex curse on the young master but failed, resulting in a backlash... Although there's no immediate danger, she will still be a serious threat in the future.

'Finally, there's Lady Serena... I really don't know what to do about her.' According to the information obtained in the subconscious space, in the previous timeline, the person who gave the young master the most headaches was Miss Serena. However, after all, in the previous timeline, she single - handedly maintained the on - the - verge - of - collapse empire for several years and personally led the sick and exhausted soldiers to fight to the end against the Demon King's army. As the continent's number - one genius, it's no wonder she's so formidable. So, if she returns from this trip, perhaps I should consider using black magic for mental control. Otherwise, the young master may be in danger.

"...Sigh." Thinking of this, I walked to the window in the corridor and looked down. Just then, I saw the young master walking out of the backyard with his entourage. I quietly watched the followers who kept talking to the young master and the young master, who looked a bit pale as he dealt with them, and gradually fell into deep thought.

'As expected, there are far too many unpleasant people around the young master.' Judging from the experience of the previous life, everyone around the young master has ulterior motives. Half of the people around the young master are opportunists trying every means to get on good terms with the Starlight family, which has supreme power in the empire. And the other half are noble ladies who are attracted by the young master's handsome appearance and pester him either out of love or greed. The young master, who seems to have a serious self - loathing problem, hasn't noticed, but in fact, he holds a rather lofty position in the hearts of the academy's young ladies. Even though the young master is known as the most despicable playboy in the empire and is scolded as a waste by everyone, women still flock to him, and there's naturally a reason for this.

However, whenever a woman approaches the young master, he always thinks they're after his power and influence. That's why he reacted the way he did just now. After all, he forces himself to play the villain to save everyone, to the extent that he's hated by everyone. It's natural that he can hardly imagine that someone would approach him with genuine affection.

Nevertheless, the world is full of uncertainties. So, as the young master's housekeeper and servant, I must be more vigilant in the future.

"...?" Just as I was thinking this and about to jump down from the window, familiar faces began to appear at the entrance of the distant backyard.

"...Irina?" Irina was supporting her sobbing friend and glaring at the young master with eyes that seemed to want to kill him. It seemed that the young master had done something wicked again.

'...Young master, you've always lived being hated like this.' This morning, when he was weak and I was supporting him to the classroom, I really couldn't control my expression. Every time the young master coughed, stumbled, or complained of pain in his heart or back... that sense of guilt was almost unbearable for me.

'...The one who truly deserves to be hated is me.' The young master once forgave me, who possess cursed magic power born at the cost of his mother's sacrifice, and now he has forgiven me again, even though I'm devouring his life force and endangering his life. Moreover, to keep me from feeling guilty, he even lies and portrays himself as the bad guy... Whenever he looks at me, his eyes are always filled with guilt and remorse. Every time this happens, I find it hard to control my expression. As his confidant, I should follow the path the young master has chosen... but there's always an impulse to blurt out the truth immediately. In fact, I already know everything about you. The person who should be hated is actually me.

However, once I say it out loud, I'm afraid I'll never have the courage to stand by the young master's side again. So, even if I'm a coward, I will live on as a loyal servant who secretly assists the young master.

'...But at least at that final moment, I will stand side by side with the young master.' After making up my mind like this, I temporarily put aside my guilt towards the young master and started thinking about a new trouble that had suddenly emerged. After obtaining life force from the young master last night, when I fell asleep, I possessed the cat doll again. Actually, it wasn't on purpose... I just forgot to delete the previously set medium. Anyway, since I had possessed the doll, I quietly watched the young master... Unexpectedly, in the middle of the night, the young master woke up in pain. The young master sleepily looked at the alarm clock, sighed, and then picked up the doll in which I was board. At first, I wanted to dodge his hand... but his expression was so earnest that I couldn't bear to do so.

Just like that, the young master held me and complained for a while, and then started gently pressing my belly. I had planned not to meow no matter what today, but when the young master pressed my belly harder while talking, I really couldn't help it and let out a meow. It was because the young master was almost on the verge of crying. However, the next second, the young master started pressing my belly continuously... which led to a big problem.

"...Meow - woo." Just like now, even if it's just a gentle breeze or a light touch, my belly will react sensitively. Presumably, it's because of the Starlight Magic Power that was mixed in when the young master personally injected life force into my abdomen last night, and also because the young master pressed the abdomen of my doll form hard, which caused this situation... No matter what I do, it's of no avail.

Therefore, throughout the whole morning, whenever the young master gently stroked my belly or supported me, the friction of the clothes made me feel... a bit strange.

'If I don't possess the form of a cat, the young master will be disappointed, right...' As a housekeeper and confidant, relieving the young master's stress is one of my important responsibilities. If imitating a cat can make the young master feel better... I can imitate it a hundred times, a thousand times. But if my belly remains in this state, things will be really troublesome. Moreover, the sensitivity is getting more and more serious. Just now, I could still grit my teeth and endure a slight touch... now, even when the wind blows gently, my legs will go weak.

'...It seems I have to discuss this with the young master tonight.' While organizing my thoughts, I dragged my heavy steps towards the training ground. Today, I also have to continue training my strength in preparation for the upcoming events.

....."...Frey Rahn Starlight and Irina Filiard. Did you two really agree to be sparring partners through mutual consultation?"

"Yes."

"...Mmm." I was caught by Isolte again and called to the faculty office. The reason was that I had just told her that Irina and I had become sparring partners.

"Are you really not threatening her or playing any tricks?"

"Ah, I've said there's no such thing. What do you take me for?"

"...Yes, indeed." I answered her question calmly, while Irina silently clenched her fists under the table and replied in a low voice. I glanced at her and thought to myself, '...Fortunately, I made her swear a death oath.' Of course, with Irina's proud personality, it's very unlikely that she would tell the truth on her own... but anything can happen. So, I used the 'death oath'. The parties involved in the death oath are not allowed to reveal the truth to anyone except the witnesses of the oath. That is to say, even if Irina, who is sitting beside me, wants to tell Isolte the truth, she can't open her mouth.

"Hmm..." Isolte stared at us for a long time. Finally, she sighed and said, "...If I find any abnormalities, I will immediately stop the duel. You'd better remember that."

"You're over - thinking it. Can I leave now?"

"...No, you stay, Frey."

"...What?" Isolte suddenly asked for a private conversation. I tilted my head in confusion. At this time, Irina beside me suddenly stood up and said coldly to me, "Then... See you in the duel, Lord Frey."

"...Okay." After leaving those words, she quickly walked out of the faculty office. If she were at her full strength, everything within a 50 - meter radius would probably melt away at this moment.

[Evil Deed Points 500pt obtained! (An offer that can't be refused)] Just as I was daydreaming, a window for obtaining evil deed points suddenly popped up in front of me. The number of points obtained far exceeded my expectations, and I was stunned for a moment. Before long, another system window emerged.

[Shop Notice: The unlocking of the second - stage of beginner skills is completed!]

[Accumulated pt: 1200pt]

'...Oh.' It seemed that after obtaining a large number of evil deed points, a new skill shop had opened. Out of curiosity, I wanted to open the shop interface, but seeing that Isolte in front of me was still glaring at me and was about to speak, I decided to check the shop later and started listening to Isolte.

"...Frey, are you okay?"

"What?"

"Last time... at the auction... that incident..." As expected, as soon as Irina left the office, Isolte showed a worried expression and started asking me questions. I quietly looked at Isolte. She clearly said in the market last time that she wouldn't show me kindness in private anymore, but now she was already talking to me easily. Then I said, "Ah, the incident in the alley?"

"...Frey!" When I casually mentioned the incident in the back alley, Isolte was startled and shouted at me. Several teachers around were also startled and cast suspicious glances at us.

"It's okay. Our dates at that time were all secret..."

"...Don't force me to draw my sword in the faculty office, Frey."

"...Sorry." Just like that, I triggered her old problem and made Isolte stiffen up again. Then I continued nonchalantly, "At that time, a strange aura suddenly filled the auction house, so I released my Starlight Magic Power and escaped from the auction house."

"...Is that so?"

"Yeah, ah, you're not angry because I didn't take you with me, are you? You know I'm a fool, right? Even if it's Starlight Magic Power, it's only as much as an ant... I simply couldn't protect the professor."

"...I see."

"Besides, Professor, as a prosecutor, you've surpassed a certain level to some extent... You should be able to resist that kind of momentum on your own, right? So, don't be too hard on me, okay?" In order to make Isolte dislike me, I spoke in the most disrespectful and indifferent tone possible. At the same time, looking forward to whether there was any change in her emotional state, I used the mind - reading skill... but finally, I could only sigh in my heart.

[Isolte Allem Bywom's current emotions: Disappointment / Worry / Suspicion / Regret / Sympathy]

'The emotion of anger has completely disappeared... but worry still remains. This won't do...' If this continues, Isolte may be in danger, so I repeatedly thought about what to say to make her have a good impression of me. Just then, I found a word in my chaotic thoughts and couldn't help widening my eyes.

'...Suspicion?' According to the mind - reading skill, Isolte is currently'suspicious' of me. Although I don't quite understand what that means.

"...Professor."

"What is it?"

"Well, do you have anything you want to ask me?" Finally, after hesitating for a moment, I decided to test her.

"...There is indeed one question I want to ask." So, Isolte hesitated for a moment, then stared at me and started asking, "What's your relationship with Kania?"

"...Ah?" I stood there a little nervously. When I heard her ridiculous question next, I couldn't help but show a dejected expression and asked back, "...What relationship? What do you mean by that?"

"Literally. Improper relationships are prohibited in the academy."

"...This is the first time I've heard of it. If you knew what has been going on secretly in the academy recently, you'd be shocked." I said brazenly. Isolte gave me a cold look and continued, "I'm not joking, Frey. This morning, I happened to go to the dormitory for something. When I passed by the corridor... I saw you and Kania coming out of the dormitory together, and she was covering her stomach."

"...Is that so?"

"Of course, that happened when you looked away for a moment." After saying this, Isolte paused for a moment and then said with a blushing face, "If... a man and a woman come out of the same room, and the woman is covering her stomach... The only possibility that comes to mind... is that one..."

"..."

"...Am I wrong?" When I looked at Isolte with a somewhat speechless expression, she slightly averted her eyes and asked timidly.

"...Have you never thought that Kania might have a stomachache?"

"Well... but her reaction in the coffee shop before also... Surely..."

"...Is it dissatisfaction in that regard? Professor?" I really couldn't bear her naive sexual fantasies anymore and deliberately raised my voice and asked with a bit of annoyance. Isolte was momentarily at a loss for words and then muttered in a low voice.

"Anyway, unhealthy relationships are prohibited. If I see this happen again next time..."

"...I'm leaving."

"...Okay, you can go." I felt that there was no need to continue the conversation. Feeling a slight headache, I stood up from my seat.

"...Frey."

"What now?" However, just as I was about to walk towards the exit, Isolte suddenly called out to me in a low voice. I slightly turned my head to look at her, wondering what nonsense she was going to say this time, only to find that she was looking at me with a serious expression.

"A sword is not for killing others, but for protecting." She gently stroked the sword beside her and said this familiar sentence to me. This sentence has now become the motto of my swordsmanship. I couldn't help but stop and savor its profound meaning, and then asked briefly, "So?"

"...Don't be too harsh on her in the upcoming competition."

"Ah, I thought you were going to say something. Anyway, it's just a showdown between two stubborn people." I replied perfunctorily with a laugh. As I walked out of the office, I muttered to myself, "...So, sister still remembers that sentence." For some reason, my mood suddenly became cheerful. I hummed a tune as I walked in the corridor, but when I thought of Irina, I immediately became dispirited and dragged my heavy steps towards the classroom. It seemed that I needed a drink today.

....."Hmm..." On the other hand, Isolte, who was sitting in the faculty office, carefully observed Frey's expression and then gently rested her chin in her hand and murmured, "...So, it was just an illusion after all?" Frey's situation is more dangerous than expected, and he could lose his life at any time.

....."Ugh, my head hurts..." I was in a inexplicable low mood. After class, I drank with a few noble students and returned to the empty dormitory, collapsing onto the bed.

"...Did I drink too much?" Perhaps it's because I often drank heavily to relieve stress in the previous life. Whenever I'm in a low mood, I drink like before. As a result, not only has my life force and lifespan been greatly reduced, but my injured body can't hold up either and has completely given up. However, because my mental power value is too high, I can only feel a little better by drinking strong alcohol like this. There's really no other way. Of course, in the eyes of others, I'm the kind of 'lightweight' who gets drunk after half a bottle of beer, and that's true.

"...I'd better take a look at the newly acquired skills first." I rubbed my faintly aching temple and opened the newly unlocked skill panel. Suddenly, a huge window appeared in front of me.

[Shop / Beginner Skills Level 2]

- Life Recovery Speed Increase: 1000pt

Description: Permanently increases the life - value recovery speed slightly. (The total amount remains unchanged.)

- Pseudo - Villain's Deception Lv2: 700pt

Description: Permanently enhances the persuasiveness of lies to a small extent.

- Information Probe Lv3: 1000pt

Description: When using the Information Probe skill, the good - evil level of the target will be displayed in numerical form. (-100~100)

"...It seems I have to buy the first skill." Even though I've only received the punishment once, the pain is already unbearable. It seems I really need to purchase the first skill as soon as possible. Of course, the lost life points won't increase because of this... but considering that my body is in a terrible state all day long after transferring life force to Kania, increasing the life - value recovery speed will indeed be of great help.

'...As for the other skills, it would be great to have them.' I skimmed through the second and third skills briefly. They seemed quite practical. I was just about to take a short nap before Kania arrived. I closed my eyes, ready to rest...

[Notification! There's an important change!]

"...Huh?" A notification window suddenly popped up in front of me. I reached out in surprise.

[Main Quest: Hidden Route Triggered!]

[Achievement Conditions: In the plot, maintain a certain level of low favorability with Irina and swear a 'Death Oath'.]

[Content: Win the duel against Irina!]

"...Ah, this." Then, I glanced at the content of the window that popped up and quickly lost interest. Without even looking at the rewards, I directly closed the system window. Regarding that hidden quest, my ancestor, who was an old - time gamer, had mentioned it in the prophecy book. According to the record in that prophecy book, that hidden quest must never be accepted. Although the rewards are good, once I accept that quest, the probability of Irina seeing through my Pseudo - Villain identity will skyrocket.

"Rather than that, being a magic - power transmitter is a hundred times better. I really don't know what will happen if I receive another punishment."

- Creak... Just as I thought I could finally close my eyes and rest this time, the dormitory door opened mercilessly. It seemed that Kania had come back.

'...Alas, there's no help for it.' Anyway, I'll soon have the Life Recovery Speed Increase skill. Until then, I'll just tough it out with my body. Thinking like this, I got up from the bed, preparing to transfer life force to Kania...

"Young, Young Master..."

"...Kania?" For some reason, I found Kania covering her stomach and panting heavily. I rushed to her side in a hurry.

"...What's wrong with you, Kania?"

"St, stomach... Starlight magic power... side effects..."

"...What did you say?"

"Ah...! Don't, don't touch me..." She suddenly hunched over in pain, clutching her abdomen. When I reached out to check on her, Kania twitched violently and pushed me away.

"I'm, I'm so sorry... But I really... can't hold on anymore... Even if... I don't move... my stomach... Ugh..."

"...Kania? Kania!!" She spoke with great difficulty in a trembling voice, then tightly grasped me, and her whole body began to shake violently.

"I'm really... at my limit... I know this request is excessive... but please... before it's too late... help me..."

"...Sigh." I looked at her tear - filled eyes quietly, let out a soft sigh, then took her hand and led her towards the bed. It seemed that it was going to be a long night.