Don’t Look for the Resurrected Villainess - Chapter 97

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Chapter 97

 

When I glanced at her by rolling my eyes, Lilia bit her lips. Just from that reaction alone, I could guess her true feelings.

 

Lilia criticized me for holing up in the pavilion and coveting treasures, but in reality, she seemed to hope I wouldn’t go around meeting people here and there.

 

The reason I could guess this so easily was very simple. I had once thought the same way.

 

During the time when I believed without doubt that this Imperial Palace would soon be mine, it was extremely irritating and disgusting to see Lilia stirring things up around here.

 

‘Afraid of having what’s mine taken away.’

 

That anxiety I felt back then was now reflected clearly in Lilia’s eyes.

 

“I’ve delivered the message, so I’ll be going now.”

 

Unable to withstand my gaze any longer, Lilia turned around.

 

“Before you go, answer this one thing.”

 

At my words, Lilia hesitated and looked back at me. Staring at her with an indifferent gaze, I asked languidly.

 

“Who was it that let you into the backyard?”

 

As if she hadn’t expected my question, Lilia’s eyes widened.

 

“Why do you ask that…?”

 

“Since they let someone in without the palace owner’s permission, naturally they must be held accountable.”

 

Not immediately understanding my words, Lilia gaped blankly. Then she suddenly frowned and protested.

 

“I came bearing a letter from the Empress!”

 

“Yes, and for errand runners like you, there’s a place called the drawing room on the first floor.”

 

“I insisted on delivering it to you directly.”

 

“Yes, I know you insisted. It’s obvious.”

 

Having replied indifferently, I continued in a nonchalant tone.

 

“That palace servant will be dismissed because of your insistence. I plan to make this crystal clear to the person involved, so you don’t need to emphasize it.”

 

Lilia’s lips trembled. She was a young lady who had always been praised as beautiful and kind wherever she went.

 

During our peak conflicts, both of us knew she had gained quite a bit from that image.

 

Because she was such a Lilia, the possibility that she might be seen badly by others even slightly was something that truly got to her.

 

Just as everyone cherished and loved Lilia, Lilia also took everyone’s love for granted.

 

At that moment, breathing roughly and seething, Lilia raised her voice in a rather sharp tone.

 

“You were beheaded because you acted so wickedly! Even after going through such a thing, why don’t you reflect at all?”

 

“Oh my, you still think all of that was something I brought upon myself? Then shouldn’t you also consider the possibility that the same could happen to you?”

 

“You dismiss my foresight, but I know much more than you think. I didn’t climb this high because I was lucky. You don’t know how much effort I put in for His Highness!”

 

“Effort? I’m curious what and how much you could have done for Maxel.”

 

“More than you can imagine, I made efforts.”

 

“Then did Maxel get engaged to you as payment for those efforts?”

 

“His Highness is no longer your fiancé. Don’t speak so carelessly.”

 

Strangely, I wasn’t angry. In the past, I would have been consumed with rage and shouted to drag her out immediately.

 

What had changed from the past?

 

“Yes, you’re still a villainess. I was foolish to believe and wait for you to have changed even a little! God must have made a serious mistake.”

 

“You waited for me? Your back must be all healed then.”

 

“I knew it. You’re still envious of me, aren’t you? Is that why you approached His Highness? Do you think you can turn his heart back because you’ve become a Reviver?”

 

Ah, I understand. Why I feel no emotion whatsoever.

 

“You’re still mistaken, but in the Imperial Palace, you’re just a guest. But I’m someone who will soon become the Crown Princess. Furthermore, I’ll become the Empress!”

 

The past me had things to protect. There was a position to protect, love to protect.

 

But the current me had nothing. With nothing to protect or desire, her rambling didn’t resonate with me at all.

 

Looking at Lilia with indifference, I nodded.

 

“Yes, I’m well aware. You’re not the Crown Princess yet, and you’re even further from being Empress.”

 

How amusing. Lilia following exactly in the footsteps of my past emotions. I never expected to witness such a precious sight.

 

However she interpreted my calm attitude, Lilia frowned even more.

 

“His Highness won’t break off an engagement twice.”

 

Though I was obsessed with Maxel in the past, do I really have to listen to Maxel talk even now?

 

Revealing my rising irritation without restraint, I replied with a sigh-laden voice.

 

“I need to correct this one thing. I wouldn’t take Maxel even if offered. Unlike you, I don’t have the hobby of picking up what others have chewed and spat out.”

 

“How can you say such vulgar things!”

 

“Since we’re talking about class, the Reviver only deals with people of proper standing.”

 

Looking over Lilia with an annoyed gaze, I clicked my tongue.

 

“So I’d like a mere young lady to disappear now.”

 

My ungraceful dismissal finally succeeded in shutting Lilia’s mouth. Lilia seemed speechless, only moving her lips repeatedly.

 

“…!”

 

Finally, with a bright red face, Lilia turned around angrily. I could see the maid and guard quickly following behind Lilia as she strode away.

 

Just from the occasional glances she shot my way, I could guess what words would be exchanged on the way back.

 

But she never did answer who let her in.

 

‘Well, it’s not like I can’t find out even if she hides it.’

 

Crossing my arms indifferently and staring in the direction Lilia had gone, I glanced back at Bak.

 

Though he had faithfully followed my command to stay quiet, Bak looked quite dejected.

 

[She’s an arrogant puppet of god. If you command it, I’ll bury her immediately.]

 

“Rather than going through the trouble of burying her without a fuss, it would be faster for me to leave without seeing this mess.”

 

Having replied lightly, I paused for a moment, then asked in a slightly lower voice.

 

“Bak, did you happen to see threads of fate?”

 

[We cannot see divine powers.]

 

Ah, then only I could see them.

 

I felt one side of my chest sink coldly as I quietly closed my mouth.

 

What I couldn’t see during our brief encounter at Maxel’s palace, I was able to confirm just now. It was definitive proof that Lilia was Birth’s proxy.

 

The stitching marks that glowed faintly on Lilia’s skin.

 

‘The threads of fate must refer to exactly that.’

 

[Ah, Captain. The sparrows have arrived.]

 

Lost in thought, I snapped to attention at Bak’s words. I could see several sparrows fluttering toward me.

 

[Human, human!]

 

[We brought grandfather!]

 

Among the excited sparrows, a particularly solemn voice was heard.

 

[Ahem, who was looking for me?]

 

[Grandfather! This human!]

 

A crow appeared among the sparrows. The crow landed on the table next to the cage prison and cleared its throat.

 

[Yes, you said you needed my wisdom? I am the one who has lived longest in this Imperial Palace.]

 

“Nice to meet you. You’re that crow who’s lived in this Imperial Palace for 10 years?”

 

[Ahem, that’s right!]

 

“And you’re the leader of the crows living in the Imperial Palace?”

 

[Exactly!]

 

“You must have looked around every corner while collecting shiny objects in the Imperial Palace?”

 

[Of course!]

 

“Then do you also remember the humans who move around this Imperial Palace?”

 

[Naturally I know. I have an excellent memory!]

 

At the crow’s hearty answer, I quickly pulled out a pouch I had prepared beforehand.

 

“That large, splendid palace next to the rose garden over there. Do you remember when it had no owner?”

 

[When it had no owner? Why do you ask?]

 

I conspicuously pulled out a jewel from the pouch. It was a shining ruby ring.

 

The crow’s gaze turned toward the ring. And soon a booming answer followed.

 

[Of course I remember! The day that palace got an owner, humans decorated it with all sorts of shiny objects! The treasures in my nest increased too.]

 

“Oh my, you remember so clearly.”

 

[I also remember what it was like before that owner got the palace. His room had so many shiny things. The people he met always brought shiny objects too. That place was a good treasure supply source.]

 

I smiled and this time pulled out ruby earrings from the pouch.

 

“That’s fortunate. You seem to be able to tell me what I’m curious about.”

 

[I can check with my subordinates in case there’s something I don’t know. They’ve all lived in this palace for a long time.]

 

Seeing the crow’s eyes sparkle, I smiled pleasantly.

 

Originally, what I wanted to hear from this crow was about the Black Tower, but now I’ve become curious about other things too.

 

「Sister doesn’t know how much effort I put in for His Highness!」

 

I hope this crow knows whether the threads of fate were involved in the Crown Prince’s investiture process, and if so, in what way.

 

“Let’s get along well from now on.”

 

[Haha, you’re a human I like!]

 

After having a long conversation, we got along very well. Somehow, I had a feeling that things would go very smoothly from now on.

 

* * *

 

Entering and leaving the Emperor’s study is a great honor. Even royalty cannot enter this space without permission.

 

However, Heinrih’s expression as he stood in this glorious and splendid room was extremely indifferent.

 

Confirming the Emperor waiting for his report with expectant eyes, Heinrih lowered his gaze.

 

“Count Siben said he would gladly offer the mine, moved by the dignity of the Imperial House.”

 

To be precise, it was because of the Reviver in the Imperial Palace. Believing that divine blessing that money couldn’t buy had descended upon the Imperial House, he quickly bowed his head.

 

Count Siben wasn’t the only one. Since the Reviver had obtained quarters in the Imperial Palace, the nobles had been struggling to please the Royal Court instead, unable to meet her directly.

 

“He also pledged unwavering loyalty to the Imperial House that receives divine blessing.”

 

“Count Siben’s mine has been my long-standing headache, yet you managed to secure it. For something I had left alone for so long, the results are excellent.”

 

The Emperor’s praise was something he hadn’t heard in a very long time. However, he felt no particular joy or overwhelming emotion.

 

Heinrih bowed his head indifferently.

 

“You flatter me.”

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