A Sweet Girl Won't Be Fooled By The Villainess - [Vol. 3] Chapter 55
[Vol. 3] Chapter 55: Bad luck!
“You ignorant commoner who doesn’t know their place, has your brain gone bad? How dare you show such disrespect to nobility! You will receive the punishment you deserve, and you will remember this arrogance with pain and blood!”
Stephen Parker was furious, and his words were not polite at all. The wrinkled skin on his face sagged down, and his gray-blue eyes flickered with a malicious light, like a venomous snake ready to attack at any moment, eager to bite immediately.
He portrayed the demeanor of a noble, which was quite intimidating. However, Ifia was not truly an ordinary commoner. Coming from an egalitarian society and having the status of a former heir, Ifia did not have the voluntary enthusiasm of a commoner to shed blood for the nobility.
So, Ifia didn’t bother to hide her feelings and simply rolled her eyes in response.
If they were in the Sith Empire, Ifia might have had some reservations. But now, standing on the land of Taric Kingdom, there were not many attendants brought by the fleet, except for the aristocrats on a sightseeing tour. Moreover, with the ongoing discussion in the royal palace about the disappearance of Prince Carloy, attendants were unlikely to be allowed inside.
This resulted in the presence of a group of annoying old men around, and Ifia felt confident enough to take on two at a time!
As for returning to the Sith Empire…
Anyway, with Amelia, the Duke’s daughter, as her backing, Ifia had nothing to fear!
Therefore, in the absence of threats, she could act without restraint.
“Hehe, I’m afraid you’ll be the one kicking the bucket before I receive the punishment I deserve!” Ifia was more inclined to banter, never giving up easily.
However, thinking about the despicable Stephen Parker, Ifia had no intention of letting him off easily.
“Before you accuse others, think about whether you are worthy yourself!”
“Prince Carloy’s disappearance, what does it have to do with Amelia Barlen? Regardless of their verbal engagement, the fleet came to the Taric country for a new route, and you, Stephen Parker, were designated as the leader of the ambassadorial mission.”
“If something really happened to Prince Carloy, it will be entirely your responsibility, Stephen Parker!”
Strike the snake at the seven-inch point. Although Ifia could be a bit scatterbrained at times, when it came to hitting the right notes, she knew how to do it!
So, when Ifia mentioned the keywords “designated leader” in her speech, she successfully saw the other’s face turn pale, and the expression clearly became anxious.
However, due to Ifia’s commoner status, publicly reprimanding Stephen Parker made other nobles frown. Whether they were on the same side as Stephen Parker or not, they had to uphold the dignity of the nobility and couldn’t allow themselves to be scorned by a mere commoner.
However, before they had a chance to step forward and speak, they suddenly felt a wave of dizziness in their brains. Their bodies also became fatigued, as if they could collapse at any moment. The unexpected onset caught them off guard.
Amelia, standing behind Ifia, cast a cold glance. The scattered magical energy turned into black lines connecting above everyone’s heads, forcefully controlling the movements of these nobles.
When they harbored thoughts unfavorable to Ifia, these magical threads would directly absorb part of their souls.
In Amelia’s eyes, these nobles were no different from ants. If they died, so be it. There was nothing to regret.
If it weren’t for wanting to witness Ifia’s brave intervention for her sake, Amelia would have sent them straight to hell long ago…
Thinking of these things, Amelia couldn’t help herself and lifted one hand to encircle Ifia’s waist. Ignoring the awkward and uncomfortable bowing posture, she buried her face in the warm neck and shoulder, distinctly feeling the flow in the blood vessels and the unique scent of Ifia.
The demon lord became utterly captivated.
Ifia, who bravely stood up for her, was both adorable and charming.
Amelia couldn’t help but think, “Ah, I really want to devour her ??!”
However, while Amelia was entertaining such thoughts, Ifia misinterpreted Amelia’s actions, thinking that Amelia was genuinely scared in that moment.
Therefore, she didn’t resist the intimate gesture in public. Instead, she raised her hand and gently rubbed Amelia’s silver hair. After that, she glared more angrily at Stephen Parker, signaling that she wasn’t finished with him.
Upon witnessing the affectionate display between Amelia and Ifia, Stephen Parker angrily widened his eyes, then pointed at Ifia as if he had encountered something filthy. He tried to say something but couldn’t find the words, feeling a severe headache. The next moment, Stephen Parker collapsed to the ground, breathless, and permanently closed his eyes.
Simultaneously, a black thread loosened its grip on his head, consuming his entire soul, satisfying its hunger before retreating.
“Tch, passing out when you can’t argue back, how embarrassing!”
Unlucky!
Ifia was unaware that Stephen Parker had already died, she thought he had passed out from being overwhelmed by her words. Now, she couldn’t continue the argument, so she raised her hand to pull Amelia away from the hall.
Initially, Ifia thought that other nobles would criticize and obstruct them, but for some unknown reason, everything went smoothly and surprisingly undisturbed. Glancing around at the nobles, they seemed wilted like frostbitten eggplants, paying no attention to anything else. Even Stephen Parker’s fainting elicited care from only a few people.
Feeling a sense of satisfaction, Ifia thought, “Stephen Parker got what he deserved, his social skills must be really poor!”
While Ifia held Amelia’s hand, as Amelia stepped out of the threshold of the hall, she casually glanced back. She saw the little demon that had suddenly appeared, grinning mischievously, crawling into the soulless shell of Stephen Parker. Soon, the already deceased Stephen Parker opened his gray-blue eyes once again.
This made Amelia lose interest, and she withdrew her gaze, obediently following behind Ifia. However, Ifia didn’t have a specific destination in mind. After leaving the hall, she could only wander aimlessly with Amelia.
Although the Taric Kingdom was relatively backward, its landscaping was impressive. Unlike the rare and precious flowers in the gardens of the Sith Empire’s nobility, the Taric palace had hardy vines with various colorful small flowers, each with its own beauty.
As Ifia passed by the vines, she took a deep breath, feeling her mood improve. It made her feel like she had calmed down. She then turned to Amelia and spoke, “Amelia, I know you disdain to pay attention to others.”
As she spoke, Ifia’s expression was serious, and her face was full of solemnity.
However, her cute little face making such expressions lacked the intimidation factor and seemed somewhat out of place. Fortunately, the person standing beside her was a skilled actor, responding with a serious listening demeanor.
Seeing this, Ifia was satisfied and continued, “But I don’t like it when they accuse you. It makes me angry! You should understand, right? As friends, how can I just stand by and watch!”
Amelia endured and refrained from showing a smile, but her violet eyes carried an indulgent expression. Dealing with Ifia, the cute one with a stubborn mouth, was truly unavoidable.
“So, next time we encounter such a situation, just give them a good scolding!”
“Words not working? Then let’s use our fists!”
With that, Ifia raised her little fist and waved it in the air, giving Amelia a demonstration.
Although there was a suspicion of corrupting a proper lady, Ifia didn’t want to witness such incidents again. In her opinion, those nobles deserved a good scolding – a good beating, even!
Facing Ifia’s expectant gaze, Amelia quickly assured her, “Yes, if we encounter such situations in the future, I won’t silently endure it.”
After saying that, she smiled at Ifia with an affectionate expression, “Ifia, you’re so good to me. I really hope to have you by my side for the rest of my life!”
Amelia’s smile was radiant, like a rose blooming in winter. The appearance of the aloof flower descending to the mortal world instantly erased its cold and sacred aura, causing hearts to pound wildly and leaving some breathless.
Ifia was just an ordinary person. She quietly raised her hand to cover her chest, feeling annoyed by the uncontrollable heartbeat. She needed to quickly shift her focus, or she would soon have trouble due to her rapidly beating heart.
With that in mind, Ifia didn’t directly respond to Amelia’s mention of a lifetime together. Instead, she casually changed the subject, “Amelia, if Prince Carloy were to die, would it affect you?”