It’s Been 500 Years as an Extra, and the Original Story Still Hasn’t Begun - Chapter 132

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500 Years as Just an Extra,

 

The Original Story Still Won’t Begin

 

Episode 132

 

‘Should I really be checking this…?’

 

The diary of the Former Grand Duke, Landrit, that had been discovered in the Grand Duke’s Castle library. And the small note that had been secretly hidden inside it.

 

The assumption that Termion would have read the diary was almost a foregone conclusion.

 

The problem was whether Termion actually knew about the existence of this note.

 

‘Judging by how the diary was intact, there’s a high chance he doesn’t know.’

 

Though she had impulsively brought it with her, wouldn’t it have been better to read it there and put it back?

 

Even though she had twisted the original story’s content quite a bit so far, this was the first time she intended to intervene in this manner.

 

What if the future of Termion or Elenora, who should have discovered this note in the original work, changed because of this? There was no telling what kind of butterfly effect that might trigger.

 

“…I’ll just read it and put it back.”

 

The library’s security system? No matter how impressive the magic, she could break through it easily enough.

 

It didn’t require any grand method either. Just like at the Second Prince’s Palace, laying down an Absolute Field once would suffice.

 

If she snuck in using Spatial Transfer Magic in the middle of the night, there would be no worry of being caught by others.

 

‘Alright.’

 

Having made up her mind, Ailesia took a deep breath and unfolded the note with trembling hands.

 

The size matched exactly with the diary’s pages. Judging by the rough traces on one side, it seemed to be the first page that had been torn out.

 

Termion.

 

The moment I first saw you, I could tell who you were immediately.

 

How did you manage to find your way here? Why only now?

 

“…What is this?”

 

Ailesia’s eyes shook as if an earthquake had struck.

 

As she read the continuing content, she found herself covering her mouth with one hand. Otherwise, she felt like she might scream without realizing it.

 

“Good heavens…”

 

Having finally finished reading the note, Ailesia collapsed into a chair as if all strength had left her.

 

Even when she had opened Master’s will, it hadn’t been this shocking. It truly felt as if her mind had gone completely blank.

 

‘Elly is a typical indomitable female protagonist.’

 

Indeed, the Elenora of the original work never gave up under any circumstances.

 

The only time her spirit was broken, even briefly, was when she fought her final duel with Kalior.

 

Even after sending away all the people she loved, Elenora showed a steadfast attitude as she devoted herself to rebuilding the Duchy.

 

In the final episode right before the epilogue, Elenora sits drinking tea with Hilda, chatting about past events.

 

Even while shedding tears profusely, she resolved that protecting Retis, which Uncle and Grandmother had loved, was her final mission, and the main story came to an end.

 

‘And that’s exactly when the plot consistency was shattered.’

 

After showing such a hopeful ending where she overcame her grief, why did the epilogue suddenly show Elenora giving up on everything and walking off somewhere in the Gardbale Mountains?

 

‘…She read it!’

 

The Elenora of the original work had also discovered this note. Right between the ending and the epilogue, of all times.

 

If her speculation was correct, she could now understand why Elenora had suddenly written a suicide note and disappeared.

 

If someone had written this as a ‘story,’ it would have been an absurd development, but in reality, it was entirely possible.

 

Content omitted from the novel also exists in this world. It was just not revealed, but one couldn’t definitively say it never happened.

 

“…What should I do with this.”

 

Ailesia fell into deep thought as she looked at the paper in her hand.

 

Right now, an impulse to burn this note immediately was surging within her.

 

Of course, as long as she was by her side, the same tragedy as in the original work wouldn’t happen to Elenora.

 

Even if it wasn’t a perfect happy ending, she was confident she could safely protect at least the people of Retis.

 

However, just in case, really just in case.

 

What if that damned divine providence or whatever worked against her and she failed? What if Elenora ended up in a similar situation again?

 

‘If I just get rid of this note, Elly won’t give up in despair like in the epilogue.’

 

But she couldn’t be certain if that was truly the right choice.

 

This was a separate issue from interfering with the original work. It might completely change the history of the Retis Family itself, including Elenora and Termion.

 

She had finally decided to accept this world not as a ‘world within a novel’ but as ‘the world she lives in,’ yet was it right for her, an outsider, to arbitrarily decide someone’s life?

 

No matter how well-intentioned an action might be, it could become malicious depending on how the recipient perceived it. Perhaps that might bring about an even greater tragedy.

 

“Haa.”

 

With just one flick of her finger, this note would disappear.

 

And the truth about the Retis Family would be buried in secrecy forever.

 

‘…I shouldn’t make this decision on my own.’

 

This was clearly Termion’s problem.

 

First, she needed to confirm whether he knew about this fact, and the decision about whether to reveal this content should be left to the person involved.

 

In a way, this was information that could be considered the Retis Family’s shame. The mere fact that she, an outsider, knew about this was tantamount to committing a great sin.

 

“I don’t know…”

 

As Ailesia muttered weakly and waved her hand, the paper folded neatly as it had been before she unfolded it disappeared into subspace.

 

“Kyahahaha!”

 

“Grand Duchesss!”

 

Suddenly hearing a loud noise, she turned her head to see Elenora hanging from Whitey’s tail, floating through the air.

 

Seeing this, Hilda had turned pale and frozen solid, while Rebecca was also clenching and unclenching her fists repeatedly, not knowing what to do.

 

“…How can our Little One be so consistent.”

 

Fortunately, Whitey was running around the training ground at about the speed of a person running, but it was still a dangerous sight for others to see.

 

At least Kalior, with his eyes wide open, was staying quietly beside Blanky, which was somewhat reassuring… But if left like this, never mind Elenora, wouldn’t Hilda faint?

 

Ailesia got up from her seat and leaped straight out of the terrace.

 

Crossing through midair, she landed in the training ground and lightly flicked her finger.

 

“Huh?”

 

“Who told you to make such a fuss? You should play quietly.”

 

“Teacher!”

 

Elenora, who had somehow moved into Ailesia’s arms, smiled brightly and hugged her neck tightly.

 

“Hilda, breathe. Breathe.”

 

“Haaaaah…”

 

Only then did Hilda collapse onto the floor with a thud, her face pale as she heaved her chest.

 

While Rebecca gently rubbed Hilda’s back, Ailesia glared at Whitey.

 

“You, didn’t I tell you not to indulge all of Elly’s whining?”

 

“Kyeng!”

 

When I flicked his nose bridge once out of annoyance, Whitey jumped up from his spot and then flopped down flat.

 

“Kheung.”

 

“Kiiing.”

 

Oh my, there he goes pretending to be weak again. When Blanky came over and licked his nose bridge, he scratched the floor with his front paws while his eyes welled up with tears.

 

“That little trickster.”

 

He’d be fine even if a house-sized boulder fell on his head, yet he’s putting on such an act.

 

Who would believe that this huge wolf is the biggest troublemaker in Chernil Forest? That’s why he gets along so well with Elenora.

 

“Speaking of which, Little One.”

 

“Yes?”

 

“Hanging onto Whitey’s tail – we definitely promised you’d only do that in front of Teacher, right? Hmm?”

 

“Ehehehehe…”

 

Elenora covered her head with her two cute little fists and smiled adorably. It seemed she knew she had done something wrong.

 

“Tomorrow, you won’t get any playtime until you successfully complete Ice Throwing 100 times.”

 

“Eeeeing!”

 

“Or would you rather study etiquette with Sister Hilda all morning and afternoon?”

 

“Hic.”

 

Upon hearing those words, Elenora quickly covered her mouth with both hands to stop the hiccup that came out involuntarily. The child glanced at Hilda with rolling eyes and nodded her head vigorously while shouting.

 

“I, I’ll do it! 100 times!”

 

“You could just do 50 times and study with Sister Hilda in the afternoon.”

 

“I’d rather do Ice Throwing 200 times!”

 

“That’s what she says, Hilda. What will you do?”

 

“Huhuhuhuh…”

 

Hilda, who had come to her senses, was looking at Elenora with an extremely elegant smile.

 

“Grand Duchess…? Please be prepared starting tomorrow morning.”

 

“Hiiik!”

 

The terrified Elenora buried herself in Ailesia’s embrace, but this time even she had no intention of letting it slide.

 

“Study hard with Sister Hilda.”

 

“B, but if Elly studies, what about Kal! What about Kal!”

 

“Why His Highness the Prince?”

 

“Since Kal came to visit the Grand Duke’s Castle, Elly should entertain him!”

 

Where did she learn something like that? However, before Ailesia could respond, this time Rebecca stepped forward.

 

“Your Highness the Prince. While the Grand Duchess is studying, would you like me to teach you swordsmanship? Are you interested in learning?”

 

“…Really?”

 

“You should be able to wield a light wooden sword just fine. It’s just grip techniques and basic movements, so it won’t strain your body.”

 

“Wow! I want to do it!”

 

How could Kalior, who had fallen in love with Rebecca’s greatsword training, pass up such an opportunity? When Hilda quietly gave a thumbs up, Rebecca also nodded heavily.

 

“…I, I’m going to tell Uncle!”

 

In the end, Elenora pulled out her ultimate move, but well. Would that really work?

 

“Uncle went to the Advance Base and won’t be back until tomorrow evening?”

 

“Waaahhh!”

 

Ailesia patted the whining child and let out a quiet chuckle.

 

Future tragedy, my foot. You should worry about tomorrow’s homework first.

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