Reincarnated Villainess Does Not Want Revenge - Chapter 95
Translated by: ShinigamiTori
(Risel’s POV) Parting Ways With Family
He had dreams of becoming a knight.
The idea of becoming a knight and protecting his loved ones with his sword was his aspiration.
Because he was born as a prince, he was always the one to be protected.
However, after meeting Marie, he learned that there is a way to protect those important to him while remaining in his position as a prince.
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The joyful feelings he had when he found someone he liked were instantly dispelled when Marie was attacked by an unknown person.
That incident served as a reminder for Risel, making him realize again that just by falling in love, the life of his beloved could be in danger.
As the next heir to the throne, Risel’s wife is also a candidate for the next queen.
He knew that the choice of just one woman was of such importance that it could shake up an entire country. That’s why, until he met Marie, he had thought that marrying a wife would be a matter devoid of emotions like love.
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But then he found out.
Love is both incredibly blissful and painful, and it has the power to make you stronger.
Even if his affections go unanswered, he won’t forgive himself if Marie is harmed because of his feelings.
That’s why Risel made up his mind.
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To strengthen his own position.
Protecting Marie while remaining in his role as the Crown Prince.
It echoed the sentiment of protecting your loved ones, a feeling that Risel had admired in knights.
Once he made up his mind, Risel acted quickly.
First, he secured Marie’s surroundings and identified the perpetrator of the recent attack.
The report suggested a strong possibility that Queen Tia was the one behind the recent attempt to harm Marie.
The Queen has strong connections with neighboring countries and the remnants of the old Danzes faction. Among the current candidates for engagement, there is also a princess from the neighboring country associated with Queen Tia.
Women sent under the Queen’s orders as exclusive or personal maids also visited. Nevertheless, he had turned down all of them.
If his mother, with whom he rarely interacted, grasped his feelings and tried to attack his beloved…
He thought there could be nothing more horrifying than that.
It’s much easier to assume that he’s being watched at all times. Determining it required immediate attention, Risel arranged a meeting with Duke Rose.
Duke Rose harbored resentment towards both of his parents. And he is in a position to oversee the choice of his fiancée.
He knew that Risel had someone he liked, so Duke Rose was the person he found most comfortable to consult with.
“Let’s succeed to the throne as soon as possible.”
After explaining the whole story, Duke Rose declared so.
Originally, he had talked with Duke Rose about succeeding to the throne at some point. There had been secret meetings with other nobles to discuss the matter, as Risel knew that he couldn’t leave his father, who had half-abandoned his duties as king, in place.
Risel hadn’t heeded the voices of the nobles urging swift action. He has expressed reluctance in the hopes that, if possible, his father would abdicate peacefully, but now may be the time to make a decision.
“Now is the moment to act, isn’t it…?”
“Indeed. I know it’s a difficult decision for the prince.”
Duke Rose, though expressionless, expresses concern. The abdication of his father, the person against whom he cannot take revenge. Although it should have been a joyous occasion and a reason to smile, it seemed like Duke Rose was considering Risel’s feelings.
“No, the blame lies with me for not having made a decision before. I understand it will be challenging for the Duke, but I would appreciate your assistance.”
“Of course.”
At that moment, Duke Rose finally broke into a smile.
The emotions churning behind that smile remained unknown to Risel.
With a security detail for Marie in place, the day of the ball organized by Duke Rose and the Chancellor loomed closer.
The dark-haired Risel would have gladly escorted Marie and invited her to dance.
However, as the prince, dancing would be akin to declaring the dance partner as a potential fiancée, so Risel had given up on the idea.
Despite everything, he wanted to adorn Marie in splendor, so he gifted her a necklace and handed a heartfelt invitation to Alberto, which contained his wishes.
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In the ballroom, Marie looked exceptionally beautiful.
She looks so breathtaking that everyone else around her seems to fade into the background. It isn’t just Risel’s biased opinion. The thought that everyone would be staring at her made him incredibly jealous.
He was surprised by the dark emotions he harbored within himself.
Ah, indeed, he was his parents’ child after all. Filled with these unsightly emotions, he wished to hold Marie tight and boldly announce her as his beloved.
Nevertheless, Risel maintained his rationality and behaved as a prince should.
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He chose his mother for the first dance.
This would be his last chance to do so.
His mother, who hadn’t spoken to him in a long time, smiled graciously and took Risel’s hand.
The youthful-looking Queen Tia. She was once a palace maid who was favored by King Gray.
“I’m pleased to be invited to dance by you, Risel.”
“…. Thank you as well for accepting.”
He used to be afraid of his mother’s smile as she danced gracefully. Even now, when he looks at her, his body stiffens.
“There’s someone I’d like you to meet today. She’s a lovely princess from a neighboring country. She’s fallen for you at first sight and is desperately hoping to meet you.”
“…. I see.”
“If you don’t mind, I’d like you to dance with her afterward. Look, it’s the woman looking at you over there.”
He was introduced to a potential partner while dancing, but he ignored the conversation and called out his mother.
“Mother. What I’m about to tell you is my final act of filial piety. Please, relinquish all your position and flee to the villa.”
If Duke Rose had heard this statement, he would have thought it a betrayal. However, Risel felt compelled to tell her out of what little conscience he still had for his mother.
“What? Risel, you’re quite something.”
“I’m genuinely conveying my sentiments. Your position, Mother, is too perilous. Could you please listen to my selfish request?”
For Risel, this was his last piece of advice.
But Tia just laughed in amusement.
“Risel. You don’t seem to understand your mother at all. What fun is it to go to the villa? A life of boredom is the same as being dead.”
He could see a glimpse of cruelty in the eyes of the person he called ‘Mother.’
Yes, that’s true. Mother was that kind of person.
Her own pleasure is more important than the well-being of others.
A cunning person who prioritizes her own reality more than the future of her country.
“…. I see.”
There were no more words Risel could muster.
While a sense of loneliness lingered, Risel continued the dance.
He etched the image of his mother dancing like a young girl into his eyes.
His mother was incredibly beautiful.
After dancing with his mother, several women invited him to dance, but Risel declined, citing prior engagements, and went to see Duke Rose in a separate room.
“Have you made up your mind to proceed?”
The Duke uttered these words right from the start. It seemed as if Duke Rose had seen through Risel’s actions. He probably also knows what happened when he danced with his mother.
“Yes. I won’t hesitate any longer.”
After telling him that, Risel immediately left the place.
Watching Risel depart, Duke Rose tightly grasped the gunny bag tucked away at his chest.
He stroked it gently and lovingly.
“It won’t be long now, Sister.”
The voice, whispering to his beloved, remained unheard by others.
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