Reincarnated Villainess Does Not Want Revenge - Chapter 111
Translated by: ShinigamiTori
Here’s a special edition chapter! It’s kind of like an extra chapter for the main story, which covers a time when Alberto hadn’t yet become acquainted with Marie.
(Extra Chapter) A Day in the Life of the Knight Commander
The mornings for Alberto McClain begin early, starting with basic training.
For over twenty years, no, since a very young age, this has been a daily routine for him.
Even after assuming the role of the Knight Commander, with increased responsibilities such as training subordinates, paperwork, and giving orders rather than actual combat, he consistently maintains this routine, considering it essential not to let his physical fitness decline.
After finishing the training, he lightly wipes away the sweat and changes into the knight’s uniform.
While it is mandatory to wear lightweight armor inside the castle, today, Alberto has taken it off as his work only involves paperwork for most of the day, causing his shoulders to stiffen.
“….”
A slight furrow appears on his forehead.
This, known only to those close to him, indicated that he was in a bad mood.
‘With so much paperwork, my body is getting sluggish.’
It might sound good to call it “proof of peace,” but Alberto thinks that not moving the body too much is also a concern.
Recently, potential fiancées for the Crown Prince are being summoned to the palace, probably because of Reynaldo’s plan, so they’re not in the midst of any major problems.
Furthermore, the surrounding areas are also relatively peaceful, possibly because it’s the planting season.
It’s a good thing, he thinks.
But his body is growing too sluggish.
“Should we have a sparring match…?”
“That’s not possible, Captain.”
It appears that the Captain’s Assistant, Fiell Eva, overheard him muttering to himself just before entering the office.
“Didn’t you have a match and win not too long ago? If you keep this up, it will affect the morale of the members.”
“…. It’s affecting my morale too, you know?”
“Alright, alright. I’ll accompany you later.”
He said it as if he were appeasing a child.
Alberto has been acquainted with Fiell for quite a long time.
What’s more, Fiell is also a colleague who has been complicit in the rebellion against the royal family. While the specific plans haven’t been finalized, he is a reliable subordinate who assists Alberto in both official and personal matters.
“Seems like you’ve been swamped with paperwork lately.”
“…”
“The higher-ups know exactly the most effective ways to trouble you.”
“Do you think so?”
Alberto asked seriously, but Fiell only chuckled wryly.
“I meant it as a joke, but it might not be entirely wrong. Recently, all of our maids have been quitting their jobs, haven’t they? I wonder if there’s something going on behind the scenes.”
Come to think of it,
Around the start of the fiancée selection process, the maids working within the Knights’ Corps began resigning. The reasons vary, but the general gossip seems to revolve around them leaving because, in general, the knights are considered uncouth.
“I wonder where this is coming from. We do offer a rather generous salary, don’t we?”
“I had been receiving maid recommendations from a few nobles.”
“Well, it’s probably best not to hire them. Besides, we’ve hired two new ones.”
Right.
Among the noble maids who have multiplied within the royal palace, two peculiar women approached, expressing their interest in being hired.
Niki Tazilia and Marie Edigma.
“I went ahead and investigated their backgrounds, just to be safe, but they’re completely clean.”
“Sorry for the trouble.”
“No, it’s fine. Besides…”
Alberto, while sorting through his documents in the office, turns his attention to Fiell, who suddenly stops speaking.
“Those girls have garnered quite a favorable reputation.”
“Huh?”
“Many members are lamenting that Miss Tazilia already has a fiancé! Miss Marie is also gaining quite a bit of popularity!”
“Hahh…”
“She’s eighteen years old, the daughter of a baron, and her brother works at the royal palace with a fairly good reputation.”
“… So? What’s your point?”
There’s usually an underlying meaning in Fiell’s explanations, delivered in a roundabout way like this.
“Keep an eye on her, Captain. I’ll also try to assign as much work as possible to you.”
“…. Why?”
“It’s for the sake of preserving discipline.”
He said it straightforwardly.
Alberto reflects briefly on the past.
“… Now that I think about it, it’s happened before.”
“Do you remember now?”
“Yeah. It was Lady Estelard, right?”
A little while ago, the daughter of the Estelard family, a baron’s family, had come to work as a maid in the Knights’ Corps as part of her apprenticeship.
She was a very charming lady, but it appeared her purpose wasn’t just to work as an apprentice maid but to find a husband.
As she continued to interact with several potential candidates among the knight members, conflicts emerged among them.
Within the Knights’ Corps, which was dominated by males, a romantic entanglement could easily become a source of conflict.
“So, that’s what you mean.”
“I’m counting on you, Captain~ Ah, by the way, wouldn’t she be a good match for you?”
Alberto’s eyes widened when he heard this.
“… She’s eighteen years old, isn’t she?”
Alberto is thirty-six this year.
The age difference is too big.
“You two would suit each other well. She seems surprisingly mature for her age. But, well, I guess you’re busy.”
Looking out over the palace from outside the office, Fiell continues.
“Once everything settles down, you really should hurry up and find a wife, Captain~”
“What are you talking about?”
“It’s a dream of mine. I want my kids and the Captain’s kids to play together.”
“That’s new.”
This man, Fiell, is a devoted husband who loves his wife and children.
From Alberto’s perspective, they make a good family.
Alberto doesn’t have a bad relationship with his family either. It’s just that, with everyone having similar personalities, the atmosphere of family gatherings is somewhat lacking.
For Alberto, familial love refers to the affection he feels toward the younger brother of the master he once pledged loyalty to.
To protect the family she loved and to bring solace to her lingering regrets.
That’s what Alberto can do now.
“Now then, let’s get to work, shall we? Where should we start?”
Alberto’s eyebrows furrowed slightly as he was handed a stack of documents.
“Huh? Are you angry?”
Ignoring Fiell’s words, Alberto began his paperwork.
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