I Was Reincarnated as a Villainous Noble Who Gets Killed Midway Through the Story but It Looks Like I’ll Be Executed as a Traitor if I Try to Do Good Deeds - Chapter 76



76: Encounters at School

I’ve finally entered Astral Academy, and I’m about to step onto the original stage. Well, my influence will likely change the course of events significantly.

The academy is enormous, and if I’m not careful, I might get lost even within the campus. Julia and the others will be living in a different dormitory, so we’ll be separated. To be precise, we were together on the way here, but we had to part ways due to procedures and whatnot.

As I enter my dormitory, I see a familiar face – the Royal Sisters. Just like before, the older sister, Mira, shines like the sun, and the younger sister, Lina, glows like the moon. My impression of them hasn’t changed much.

For now, I’m seeing a scene that I couldn’t have seen in “Destiny Blood.” The Royal Sisters were supposed to kill each other, with the younger sister dying in the end. That’s why the current situation is so poignant. My heart is almost full.

But I can’t let my guard down yet. This is a world where incidents can occur at any moment. I need to stay vigilant to avoid losing someone close to me.

“Ah, long time no see, Rex-kun! You also got in, didn’t you?”

“Rex-san, long time no see. You look energetic, as always. I had a lot of trouble, but I didn’t originally plan to enroll.”

I see. Maybe that’s why Camila returned home earlier. The royal family’s plan to have only one person enroll changed, and she must have been busy with preparations.

Anyway, it’s great to be on good terms with them again. The Royal Sisters are both admirable opponents.

“Lina-chan isn’t with you? That’s no good! We’ve finally become friends!”

“You two are as carefree as ever, aren’t you?”

It seems I’ve started speaking like Rex without even thinking about it. If I keep this up, I might say something unnecessary due to the surroundings. That’s not good.

Well, I won’t survive if I don’t keep acting. For now, I’ll continue performing.

“Rex-kun, I’m not like that! Lina-chan isn’t carefree either!”

“You’re denying it, but your sister is indeed carefree.”

“Lina-chan, that’s mean! What’s carefree about me?”

“That’s exactly what I mean. Well, I don’t dislike it, though.”

Seeing the two of them get along like this fills my heart. I wanted to see this scene when I played the original game. And it’s simply joyful to see people close to me getting along.

“Ah, that’s right. You’re good just the way you are.”

“That means I can be myself, right? Thank you!”

“I’ll leave it to you, sister. There’s someone I’d like you to meet, Rex-san.”

“That’s right! Luce-chan and Hanna-chan are good kids! They’ll definitely get along with Rex-kun!”

Luce and Hanna are names I’ve heard in the original game. They were party members, and I have a deep emotional connection with them. However, to me now, they’re just strangers. I can’t afford to show the wrong attitude.

Well, if we can get along, that’s all the better. They’re undoubtedly talented, and as a member of the “bad crowd,” I need all the power I can get.

“Then, let’s hang out.”

“Come on! We’ve been waiting, and I’m sure the two of you will get along fabulously!”

“My sister is stretching out the conversation…”

It’s enjoyable to watch them interact like this, with their boke and tsukkomi dynamic. These two people, who are complete opposites, seem to get along well. I think it’s the result of my actions, and it’s the best feeling in the world. This will give me the energy to keep going from now on.

As I follow the two of them, I see two people waiting in the room. Both are women, and they stand out.

“Greetings, Rex Daria Black. I’m Luce Bestra White. I can use dark magic, but I won’t lose to you.”

She has white hair that reaches her shoulders, and her black eyes create a striking contrast. Her high-pitched voice and confident demeanor make her seem like a strong-willed person. Her posture is also good, and she looks like a refined lady. She’s about the same height as me, and our eyes meet easily.

The White family is a ducal family, and Luce is a user of the four elements: fire, water, wind, and earth. In the original game, she was a rival who could use five elements, and I remember her efforts to surpass me.

“I’m Hanna Ulrica Green. I’m determined to become a near-guard knight.”

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She has a green ponytail and blue eyes. She’s taller than me, with a strong and powerful impression. Her voice and expression match the image of a knight.

She’s also a user of the four elements: water, lightning, wind, and earth. In the original game, she was a knight who admired Mira’s personality and wanted to become a knight for her sake. I remember feeling moved by that.

“I think you know, but I’m Rex Daria Black. You won’t be able to surpass me with ordinary effort.”

“Rex-kun is bad-mouthed, but he’s a really good kid! He’s helped us get along! No one else could have done that.”

“Well, I won’t deny it. I was swept away by Rex-san’s momentum.”

As long as they don’t think badly of me, that’s all that matters. I just can’t help my bad mouth, at least not until I’m free from the destiny of being born into a “bad crowd.” I want to convey my trust and good intentions, but it’s difficult.

“It doesn’t matter if you’re a good person or a bad person. I’ll just win, that’s all.”

“No matter who it is, I will protect the princesses. That is the role of those who aim to be knights.”

“Ugh, sorry, Rex-kun. You’re usually a good kid, but you’re being cautious, aren’t you?”

“It seems you’re doubting our eyes, which isn’t very pleasant, is it?”

Well, I’d be cautious too if I were meeting Rex outside of the Black House. It’s unavoidable. Still, it’s sad to be suspected by a character I liked in the original story.

But I’ll just deepen our relationship from now on. I’ll think positively and not give up. There’s still time, and I’ll take it one step at a time.

“I apologize, Mea-sama, Leena-sama. But he’s from the Black House, so we should be cautious.”

“I’m supposed to doubt everyone except the princesses. Please forgive me.”

“Do as you like. What you people do is none of my business.”

“You’re really kind, Rex-kun! You’re forgiving us, aren’t you?”

“Are those words of forgiveness? You’re saying something I don’t understand.”

“Then, I’ll doubt you straightforwardly. I don’t need a trusting heart from you.”

It’s ridiculous how Mea interprets my words in a good light. From now on, I’ll work hard and try to get along with them. It’ll take time, but I’ll take it one step at a time.

For now, my goal is to get along with Luth and Hanna. There are things I should be cautious about, but as a student, there’s only so much I can do.

I’ve decided on my goal, so I’ll push forward. I don’t have time to waste if I want to create a good future.