A Sweet Girl Won't Be Fooled By The Villainess - [Vol. 2] Chapter 1

Volume 2: Church Hymn

[Vol. 2] Chapter 1: No Good Fruit to Eat

 

When Ifia woke up, she felt sore all over, as if she had been hit by a truck. Why does it hurt so much??? Did someone attack… wait, she remembered! Wasn’t she supposed to be tied to the stake waiting to be burned? Why is she now lying on a soft bed?

 

In a panic, she sat up, feeling a cool sensation on her body. Ifia then looked down and saw that the conservative white robe she had been wearing had disappeared, replaced by a soft sky-blue silk nightgown with a slim waist design that accentuated her figure. The V-neckline was embroidered with intricate patterns using gold thread, and the slight weight of the dress allowed it to naturally drape, revealing a white and turbulent sea that made Ifia herself dare not look too much.

 

Needless to say, just by looking at the gold thread embroidery, she knew she was safe. Because she was at Amelia’s house! However, how did she end up here, and why does she have no memory?

 

[System, what on earth happened? Why am I at Amelia’s place?]

 

Although she couldn’t remember, the system should remember, right? However, thinking about how she was tied to the stake, and the system kept saying to wait, Ifia couldn’t help but roll her eyes in frustration, feeling that the unreliable system was useless. She would never put her hopes on the system again.

 

Nothing is as reliable as becoming stronger on your own! Wait, why does this thought feel familiar? Could it be that her disappointment in the system has become so great that it’s affecting her dreams? As Ifia felt puzzled, the system was also surprised and cautiously spoke.

 

[Host, don’t you remember?]

[I only remember Gerard Abel that bastard lighting the firewood, and then the flames starting. I was tied to the stake, prepared to die when suddenly…]

 

As Ifia slowly recalled with the system’s prompting, she suddenly felt a unbearable headache. The next moment, she immediately raised her hand to cover her head, in pain as she fell back onto the bed. It was as if something was stirring her brain, preventing her from continuing to remember the past.

 

Seeing Ifia in such pain, the system quickly realized that the rules of the world were at play and promptly spoke up, urging Ifia to stop trying to recall.

 

[Host, it might be because the flames consume oxygen during burning, causing you to enter a state of suffocation. As a result, you lost some memories while unconscious. You were saved by the hastily arriving villainess, and Prince Carloy and the knight order later arrived, subdued members of the Judicators’ organization. Afterwards, the villainess brought you back home to take care of you.]

 

Hearing the system explain the ins and outs, Ifia didn’t continue to reminisce, and magically, her headache disappeared!

 

(•_•#)

 

Ifia put down her hand covering her head, gently shook her pain-free head, and couldn’t help but frown, still curious about the missing memories. She always felt like she had forgotten something important! What could it be?

 

Seeing Ifia about to trigger the world’s rules again, the system was helpless. Considering its host’s personality, it immediately threw out a new topic to distract her.

 

[Host, aren’t you curious about the fate of the Judicators’ organization?]

 

Listening to the system, Ifia pursed her lips, wearing an expression of “Why are you so dumb?” She then laid back on the bed, looking pleased, and lifted her feet in a carefree manner. With a triumphant expression on her face, she tilted her head back, revealing a radiant smile. After secretly laughing to herself for a while, she then continued to engage with the system.

 

[System, you’re so silly. Isn’t it obvious? Even if I lost those memories, I know! Amelia definitely avenged me, making the Judicators’ organization pay the price!]

 

The system remained silent, thinking that even though the host had amnesia, her guesses were surprisingly accurate. The villainess indeed sought revenge for her.

 

Not only did the Judicators’ organization suffer, but even Fiona and Daelin did. Even if burned to death, they had their souls drawn out…

 

Since learning that the villainess feared not even the world’s rules, the system had completely surrendered. Originally, the system thought it could find items or individuals in this world to counter demons, planning to seduce if persuasion failed, and resort to direct assault. However, now, such immature and naive ideas were gone because they were purely akin to hitting a rock with an egg. As a newly manufactured system, it couldn’t handle such a tricky situation.

 

Now, it could only rely on the host’s foolish beauty strategy!!!

 

[By the way, how did Amelia deal with the Judicators’ organization? Did she convict them?]

[The knight order initially wanted to escort them back to Dalwa City for legal punishment, but the villainess proposed immediate execution on the spot. The Judicators’ organization members resisted at that moment… so, they all died before a verdict was reached.]

 

Huh?

They died!

 

Ifia hadn’t expected the situation to unfold this way, she thought she would see them brought back to the city and publicly executed!

 

When the time comes, she plans to mock them, especially the guy who had hit her before and the envious face of Bishop Granard, both within the scope of ridicule!

 

[Most members of the Judicators’ organization were church clergy, with Gerard Abel being an Archbishop. If they really returned to Dalwa City, they, being nobles, could likely escape legal consequences. So, executing them in advance could be considered deserving of their crimes.]

 

The system wiped away imaginary sweat, it couldn’t reveal the demon identity of the villainess, especially since the host had forgotten about it! It mustn’t let the host relax and slack off!

 

However, it didn’t lie either. After Prince Carloy and the knight order arrived, the Judicators’ organization members had already been emptied of their bodies by demons, and the demons had taken over, making these bodies move again. The entire knight order arrested them.

 

At the same time, after the villainess transferred her soul essence to Ifia and stopped the world’s rules from damaging Ifia’s soul, when she returned to Dalwa City carrying the unconscious Ifia, she coincidentally met the prince and the knight order on the way back with these bodies.

 

Considering Ifia’s disappearance for several days, they needed a plausible reason for her return. The villainess directly transformed into a black horse using magic, riding alongside the knight order while carrying Ifia.

 

She then explained that she had saved Ifia in advance but couldn’t save the other victims. The members of the Judicators’ organization were too ruthless, and she suggested executing them on the spot.

 

At that moment, the demons inhabiting the bodies received instructions and began attacking the knights. Naturally, it didn’t end well for them, as all of them had their heads chopped off.

 

The system sneakily glanced at the scene and saw Prince Carloy staring at the bodies of the Judicators’ organization members. His face was extremely pale, and he was trying hard to suppress the ominous look of anger, appearing quite intimidating! After dealing with the aftermath, the villainess didn’t linger, immediately riding away with Ifia.

 

Her agile and graceful figure made the young knights of the knight order couldn’t help but sneak a glance, admiring her greatly. It was said that Miss Barlen’s swordsmanship and horsemanship had reached the level of a master, even surpassing their own captain!

 

[Well, I understand. Nobles are a cut above the rest!]

 

Although Ifia regretted not being able to mock them at the execution site, it was better to swiftly behead them than let them escape legal consequences! Allowing such people to continue living would not contribute to social stability.

 

[I remember that before I lost consciousness, those missing individuals were burned to death. What about Rudeni?]

[Rudeni has been rescued and is currently recovering.]

 

Hearing that Rudeni was alive, Ifia didn’t ask any further.

 

As long as I’m alive, everything else will work out. Afterward, it’s up to me! And now, Ifia is also going to return to normal life, finally able to go back to Pulis Academy! It’s been a while since I’ve lounged around the academy, listening to gossip, I kind of miss it!

 

“Ifia, are you awake?”

 

While Ifia was thinking about these things, she didn’t notice the door being pushed open. When she heard Amelia’s voice and looked up, Amelia was already in front of her.

 

Compared to Ifia, who was now wearing a comfortable silk nightgown, Amelia had already changed into an exquisite and luxurious corseted gown. Paired with equally exquisite makeup, a faint sweet fragrance could be smelled as Amelia approached.

 

Staring at her with those worried purple eyes, Ifia felt a bit dizzy. Anyone would be confused!

 

Suppressing the groundhog scream in her heart, Ifia smiled up at Amelia, revealing two sweet dimples, and nodded, “Hmm!”

 

“Is there anywhere uncomfortable?”

 

Seeing Ifia regaining vitality, Amelia’s previously furrowed brows relaxed. She then sat beside Ifia, carefully inquiring.

 

After some thought, Ifia decided to share the story of her amnesia.

 

“Amelia, I seem to have amnesia. I only remember being tied to a stake and set on fire, but I don’t remember what happened afterward. It feels like I slept, and when I opened my eyes, I was here.”

 

Hearing Ifia say that she doesn’t remember, Amelia couldn’t help but be momentarily stunned. Soon, she recovered with a gentle smile on her face, reassuringly saying, “It’s okay, maybe your memory will come back later.”

 

“It’s a bit disappointing. I wanted to see you, Amelia, taking down all those bad guys! You have no idea, those hooded figures were really brutal. They even hit me, as well as Fiona and Daelin…”

 

After seeing Amelia, Ifia couldn’t resist starting to complain. Even if these people were all dead, she was going to complain!

 

The silently observing system was speechless, thinking that the host’s personality remained consistent. This was the second time she had complained! It’s impressive that the villainess patiently listened so seriously.

 

After finishing her grievances and feeling relieved, Ifia suggested returning to the academy for classes. She expected Amelia to agree, but she was surprised when her request was directly denied. Amelia explained that she wasn’t sure if Ifia had any after-effects and needed another day of observation.

 

Upon hearing about her health concerns, Ifia could only continue to stay here.

 

To accompany her, Amelia also handled work in the bedroom. Worried that Ifia might get bored, she brought desserts, drinks, and novels to pass the time. Later on, while Amelia was busy with state affairs, Ifia lay in bed reading novels, munching on cookies. When she got tired of that, she would sip juice and admire the hardworking Amelia. Life was truly blissful!

 

Ifia felt that even ancient emperors didn’t have the enjoyment she was experiencing! (*blush*)

 

[Hehehe, system, see that? Amelia’s thoughts are so thoughtful!]

[Ah, I really want to live a life without studying or working, becoming a little useless bug taken care of by Amelia. This kind of rice bug life is truly addictive~]

[Unfortunately, this is just a beautiful imagination. In reality, I still have to continue studying, that’s life!]

 

Ifia initially wanted to tell the system that she might as well try becoming Amelia’s little rice bug. However, for some reason, her heart immediately opposed the idea. The next sentence from the system left Ifia utterly shocked.

 

When did she become so enlightened?

 

Nevertheless, thinking about it, it wasn’t wrong. She indeed needed to strive for independence. When she became stronger, she would protect Amelia. If she became strong enough, she could pull off a scene where the Dragon King smirked, leaving Amelia looking at her in shock and admiration. Lost in her thoughts, Ifia couldn’t help but burst into laughter, finding it both awkward and exhilarating.

 

Later, Ifia read novels for a while until drowsiness overcame her, and she slowly drifted off to sleep. The moment she fell asleep, Amelia stopped working on state affairs, stood up from her seat, and walked slowly to the bedside.

 

Then, Amelia raised her hand and gently waved, making Ifia sleep even more soundly.

 

(It’s been days since I saw this human. I thought the Great Sovereign had eaten her!)

(Huh, this human has the scent of the Great Sovereign)

(Hey hey hey, is it progressing so quickly? Did the Great Sovereign sleep with her?)

(Haha, what are you thinking? The Great Sovereign still doesn’t have a partner. Probably doesn’t even know how to use the verb “sleep.”)

 

At this moment, the demons in the room chattered, annoying Amelia. She raised her eyes to glance at them, and in the next second, all the demons disappeared, instantly quieting the room.

 

Amelia then lowered her head to look at the peacefully sleeping Ifia. She raised her hand, gently stroking Ifia’s hair, feeling the silky smooth texture like satin. Her mind was filled with countless thoughts.

 

Finally, she let out a light sigh, lifting the corners of her mouth in resignation. After a long while, she softly said, “Ifia, it seems you’ve forgotten everything!”

 

“But it’s okay, I’m still your favorite Amelia.”

 

………………………………………….

 

Waking up again, Ifia felt like she had slept like a log, as she had slept straight through to broad daylight. However, upon waking up this time, Ifia felt like she had taken some magical potion. She had never felt her body so relaxed. Not only that, even her strength had increased significantly, and she was no longer the weakling she used to be! What was going on?

 

“Ifia, do you want more desserts? Your two friends seem quite worried about you,” Amelia asked after breakfast. Hearing Amelia’s question, Ifia thought for a moment and then nodded, agreeing with Amelia’s suggestion. After so many days of not seeing each other, it seemed fitting to bring a little gift. Amelia’s thoughtfulness was truly commendable.

 

“Amelia, thank you for reminding me. I hadn’t thought of these things.”

 

“I’m glad I could help,” Amelia replied, unable to resist a light laugh as she met Ifia’s sparkling eyes. In high spirits, she immediately instructed the maids to prepare desserts. When Ifia arrived at Pulis Academy in a carriage, she got off with a large food box in hand. Feeling the substantial weight, Ifia thought that the maids in Amelia’s house truly didn’t treat her as an outsider.

 

“Ifia, are you sleeping in the dorm tonight?”

 

“Yeah, I’ll bring something delicious next time. Remember to eat regular meals and don’t be picky!”

 

Listening to Ifia’s instructions, Amelia didn’t get angry but obediently nodded. Before leaving, Amelia couldn’t help but pat Ifia’s head again, telling her to rest well and to notify her if she felt uncomfortable. This made Ifia feel like she had turned into a child. In response, Ifia felt both helpless and touched. In the end, she could only wave goodbye to the carriage continuously until it was completely out of sight. Feeling a bit disappointed, she walked toward the classroom.

 

“Ah, Ifia, you’re finally back!”

 

Just as she stepped into the classroom, Jessica’s loud voice rang out. Before Ifia could lift her head, she was swiftly collided with by a rapidly approaching projectile, nearly sending her flying out of the classroom. With a perilous raise of her hand, she caught onto the door frame, preventing herself from becoming airborne.

 

When Ifia finally looked up, she saw Jessica tearfully looking at her, and her deskmate Lucy, who was following behind, also ran over with red eyes.

 

“Ifia, it’s all my fault. If it weren’t for me inviting you to go shopping last time, you… uh, uh.”

 

“Jessica, Ifia just took a leave to visit her family. If you’re still feeling guilty about staining her clothes during our last shopping trip, then treat Ifia to something delicious later!”

 

In Jessica’s emotionally charged moment, Lucy, with red eyes, promptly covered her mouth, preventing Jessica from uttering the second half of her sentence. Currently, apart from Jessica and her, only Miss Barlen knew about Ifia’s disappearance.

 

Since Ifia would continue her studies at Pulis Academy, there was no need to disclose the incident of being kidnapped by the extremist organization to the other students, risking peculiar glances. After being stopped by Lucy, Jessica also realized this.

 

She made an effort to force a smile uglier than crying, lowered her head to avoid the gazes of other students in the class, and quickly pulled Ifia back to her seat. The trio reunited once again!

 

Ifia smiled at her two companions and then opened the heavily-laden food box. She distributed the sweets inside to both of them, teasing as usual, “Quick, taste it. These are from Amelia’s house. Don’t you want to have them again?”

 

“!”

 

Amelia had kept Ifia’s information extremely confidential. Without revealing it to outsiders, Jessica and Lucy had no idea that Ifia was recovering in the villa. They didn’t even know that Ifia had returned to Darwa City until they met just now, causing their excitement. Although Ifia didn’t provide detailed explanations about her disappearance, upon hearing that she came from Miss Barlen’s house to the academy, Jessica and Lucy immediately guessed that Miss Barlen had rescued her.

 

“I knew it, Miss Barlen is the best!”

 

“Praise Miss Barlen!”

 

Ifia looked at her friends, all admiring Miss Barlen. She quickly took out two small cakes from the food box, handing one to each of them. The three of them once again happily played together.

 

Jessica and Lucy, due to their worries during this time, turned into super chatterboxes. They bombarded Ifia with their accumulated longing, making her both amused and touched. She quickly changed the subject to divert their overly energetic emotions.

 

“During this time, is there anything interesting or fresh happening?”

 

As soon as gossip was mentioned, Jessica immediately perked up.

 

However, before she could spill the gossip this time, she first looked mysteriously around to make sure no one could hear her. After confirming that no one could overhear her, she spoke with a serious expression, “Indeed, something significant happened!”

 

“It happened just these past two days. It’s so serious that I haven’t even told Lucy.”

 

“But, to comfort Ifia, who hasn’t heard any gossip these days, I’ve decided to reveal it.”

 

Still the familiar Jessica, building up suspense. Ifia and Lucy gave her face and applauded softly, encouraging Jessica’s storytelling desire.

 

She raised her hand, signaling for silence, and then continued, “You all know about the church, right? As the venerable place of worship in the Sith Empire with a long history, the church receives countless devout prayers every year. It also provides simple food and water to those destitute in faith, along with cotton and linen clothes. When people talk about the church, it’s all praises for its charitable work.”

 

“Providing these items doesn’t require much money, but due to the large number of people seeking help, the church cannot bear this expense alone and has to seek support from the palace.”

 

“The Pope and bishops of the church are all nobles, so obtaining this support from the palace is easy. You know the specific reasons, right?”

 

With this, Jessica made a funny expression, winking mischievously, which amused Ifia and Lucy.

 

After finishing her antics, Jessica continued, “This is the annual tradition, but two days ago, the palace suddenly stopped this support!”

 

“They stopped the support without any explanation, even alarming the Pope. He immediately went to the palace to request an audience with the king… However, after waiting for a day at the palace, the Pope didn’t get an audience with the king.”

 

“And after years of support from the church, some of the poor took it for granted. So when the church had to stop the aid due to its inability, chaos broke out immediately.”

 

“The church has been in disarray these days… In response, the Pope and several red-cloaked bishops discussed and decided to seek economic assistance from the nobles. However, it was not very effective, and hardly any families were willing to lend a hand.”

 

“The Pope felt something was amiss, so he asked an old friend, only to find out…”

 

At this crucial point, Jessica paused, ready to savor the audience’s anticipation.

 

Seeing Lucy’s super curious expression, Jessica was quite satisfied. However, when her gaze shifted to Ifia, she saw Ifia looking calm with a faint smile on her lips, showing no signs of being intrigued by what she said. This left Jessica somewhat frustrated, and she curiously questioned Ifia, “Ifia, aren’t you curious about the sequel?”

 

“What’s there to be curious about? I’ve guessed the outcome.”

 

“???”

 

Facing Jessica’s puzzled and bewildered gaze, Ifia controlled the corners of her mouth from lifting too much and casually said, “It’s because Duke Barlen intervened, preventing the church from obtaining economic assistance!”

 

Ifia was genuinely surprised!!!

 

She didn’t expect Amelia to go to such lengths for her. Even an institution as massive as the church yielded to her influence without considering other factors. This kind of Amelia was truly impressive!

 

As for why Amelia didn’t personally intervene, it was probably due to the severe blow it would be to the church. Intervening in the name of a duke made it more convenient.

 

“Wow, Ifia, how did you know? Did Miss Barlen tell you?”

 

“The secrets of the heavens must not be revealed!”

 

Ifia wore a look that suggested her knowledge was meant to be understood without words, smiling mischievously. This time, it left Jessica scratching her head in curiosity.

 

However, before Jessica could say anything else, the school bell rang, signaling the start of the class. Jessica could only reluctantly leave, planning to catch up with Ifia after class.

 

As Lucy excitedly tried to pass a note to Ifia during class, Ifia quickly stopped her. Being a self-proclaimed underachiever with the help of the system’s cheating device, Ifia could slack off, but she didn’t want to hinder the good students from studying.

 

After advising Lucy to focus on the lesson, Ifia breathed a sigh of relief. However, the system soon reminded her.

 

[Congratulations to the host for completing the “Understanding the Painful Matters of the Villainess” task]

[Would you like to accept the task reward, a random main character plot fragment x1?]

 

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