Playing the Perfect Fox-Eyed Villain Chapter 124

Episode 124. Doubts, Suspicions (2)

After somehow persuading Sombra to give me the Moon Sword, I looked at him with a bewildered expression.

'The ability to store things.'

I would say it's effective enough.

This means that there is no longer any problem carrying around ‘holy relics’ or ‘soul stones’ that were normally not allowed.

'Oh, is it not okay to have a mixed meal?'

Looking at Sombra's actions now, even if you put in a soul stone that would help her, she's in danger of eating it.

I guess we should exclude mixed sex.

Dreaming. Dreaming.

As if sensing something strange, several sets of eyes look at me at once.

The sight must have been extremely creepy, but perhaps because I quickly got used to it, or maybe it was because of this weird aesthetic sense, but somehow I found it cute… … .

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⇒ You can name 〈Sombra〉 to increase intimacy.

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Then a system notification popped up.

name?

By the way, the name 'Sombra' is actually a demon's name.

It's not that its current form isn't a 'demon', but since it's become one body and seems to have gained new abilities, it wouldn't be a bad idea to give it a new name.

It's like naming a pet.

“What would you like?”

When asked to choose a name herself, Sombra stares at me for a long time, then turns her gaze to the name tag on the flower pot she was sitting on.

"Angelica……."

A name I miss, but now must forget.

If you continue to dwell on memories of that child, other children may become jealous.

“Do you like this name?”

As a final farewell, I tried to hand the name to Sombra, but she seemed to like it too, hugging the name tag tightly.

“Then, from now on, ‘Angelica’ is your name.”

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⇒ We gave 〈Sombra〉 a new name, ‘Angelica’.

⇒ 〈Sombra / Erosion Corridor〉 can now be used.

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***

After naming Sombra 'Angelica' and returning to my duties at 'Closed Eyes', I began to feel uneasy.

'Aiden is dead… … .'

It's quiet. It's too quiet.

It was a well-known fact to the subjects that the imperial family did not show much interest in the movements or life and death of the nobles, but it was unexpected that even the 'Dawn Society' did not show any movement.

The deceased was not a mere member or a monk, but a bishop.

It was an incredibly disconcerting situation for me, who had been preparing to respond, expecting that he would make some kind of move.

Knock, knock.

At the moment when I was feeling doubtful, there was a knock on the door.

When I told him to come in, a familiar face came into the office.

“I see you came all the way here, so I guess you have some urgent business to attend to.”

It was Eleanor who had the charm of teardrops.

It seemed like she had come here in the guise of 'Diana', but it was clear that she had come for the Dawn Society's business.

The connection between 'Diana' and 'Yurien' is not deep enough to reach the office of 'Closed Eyes'.

“It’s not that urgent, by the way.”

widely.

As the door closed, Eleanor's expression became as cynical as usual.

“You’re the head of the so-called ‘Closed Eyes’ department, but isn’t it too easy for you to come to the office?”

"hmm."

I let out a short sigh at Eleanor's words.

Where on earth should I start correcting this?

“I am not the leader of the 'Closed Eyes'. The leader here is clearly Sir Odwin Baladir.”

“I know it’s not like I didn’t know, but Sir Odwin’s position doesn’t really mean much to you, does it?”

If Odwin were here, he would easily blurt out something regrettable.

“That’s not to be. Sir Odwin is doing his job well.”

Eleanor shrugged her shoulders after hearing what I said and started fiddling with her earrings.

'It's probably a magic tool.'

It's obvious that this is to make sure no one around is eavesdropping on this conversation.

Those who have actually done it know better.

It seems that Korunda and Aiden are in that state because of the eavesdropping spell.

“So, what brings you here?”

I don't know about anything else, but if Eleanor, the 'Arch Bishop', comes to visit in person, it must be something very meaningful.

As expected, it's related to Aiden…

“The Patriarch has invited you to dinner.”

Huh? Tenelon and me?

Did Arch Bishop Eleanor come here in person to tell you that?

“It won’t be a regular meal, of course. There will definitely be talk about Sir Aiden.”

“Is that so?”

“Yes, many people don’t seem to know this yet, but you, Sir Yurian, are the one who brought about Sir Aiden’s end.”

I shrugged as I watched her continue speaking.

I think it would be better to react like this rather than just agreeing with what I said.

It's true that I did it, but to be exact, it was the 'Black Knight' who did it.

“And… Sir Yurian, I guess that’s okay. I have something to tell you.”

What are you trying to say again?

You wouldn't be saying something so outrageous as inviting me to dinner, would you?

“I think we need to bring down the patriarch.”

hmm.

Eleanor's shocking statement took my breath away.

Fortunately, this cross-eyed villain isn't the type of person who would show emotions over something like that.

Because the characteristics of ‘cool’ and ‘poker face’ support it.

By the way, why are you saying that in front of me?

I've always thought that I should take down Tenelon, but I don't think we were close enough to reveal that, nor was there a situation where I could reveal my intentions.

furthermore.

'You surprisingly have a naive side.'

It seems that Eleanor trusts me quite a bit, as she can say such things without hesitation.

If it were me, I would never have revealed this intention to anyone.

Even if he did, he would have dragged everyone else in and made them his accomplices, and if anyone showed any sign of opposition, he would have… … .

'This is too much.'

I shook my head as my thoughts became more and more 'Yurian'-like.

I cleared the air with a cough and turned my gaze to Eleanor.

“It seems like you’re thinking of rebelling.”

“Treason……”

Eleanor bit her lip slightly.

“It’s not a betrayal, it’s to return the Dawn Society to its original colors.”

We decided to call that 'treason'.

“Besides, Tenelon’s actions are completely different from before.”

Different? I don't know what Tenelon is doing these days because I haven't seen him.

“It would not be an exaggeration to say that he went crazy.”

What on earth did you see that made you say such harsh things?

“I used to think that he was making wise decisions when he was always absorbed in something. But that’s not the case anymore.”

“What is the standard for a wise judgment?”

“Well, one thing is for sure, he won’t kill or kick out a bishop by his own standards.”

Kill the bishop by your own standards.

Somehow, my heart feels prickled.

“Oh, Sir Yurian, I’m not talking about you. Lately, Tenelon has been making excessive demands on his followers, using ‘loyalty’ as an excuse.”

“Is that too much of a demand…?”

“An impossible mission, property, and even children.”

Eleanor's face gradually stiffened as she continued to speak.

“If this act of testing the ‘loyalty’ of the members continues, the pillars of the Dawn Society could shake.”

Certainly, using 'loyalty' as an excuse to harm the nobles could undermine the foundation of the Dawn Society.

The reason they gathered was for power and relationships with other nobles, not to risk their lives by taking excessive action.

'But that's what Tenelon is doing?'

He may seem like a generous person on the outside, but he's actually a coward and can't take drastic measures.

Because of this, it was difficult for 'Black Saint' Haydn Reich to find a clue, and he quietly expanded his power, eventually becoming the 'Demon King' who summoned the 'Mashin'.

'That's what scared me, so I joined the Dawn Society to prevent it in advance.'

Listening to Eleanor now, it seems like if we leave it like this, the royal family will take care of it.

If you do anything conspicuous, the imperial family will nip it in the bud.

“I know what you mean, Miss Eleanor.”

In that respect, my position is difficult.

If the 'Dawn Society' rises above the surface, I, as the Bishop, could be put in danger.

“The Arch Bishop would never lie, and if so, it would only be a matter of time before the Dawning Order would be closely tracked by the Imperial Family.”

“I guess so.”

It is right to cut out a festering wound.

Although it is a fairly large part, it is now time to remove it.

“I think it’s about time, just like Miss Eleanor said.”

Hehe, I gave a short laugh and looked at Eleanor.

“I see you again, Miss Eleanor. You are a person who acts for your own selfish desires.”

"……yes?"

“You say it’s for the sake of the Dawn Society, but don’t you covet the position of Patriarch? That’s why you’re trying to bring him down.”

In fact, it is the right thing to do to clean up 'Tenelon', but the one who will gain the most from killing him is Eleanor.

If the position of Patriarch were to become vacant, it would certainly be Eleanor, the Archbishop, who would take that position.

When I told her what I thought, Eleanor looked slightly embarrassed.

“……I just said that it was time, but it was Sir Yurian who was plotting things, not me.”

I'm plotting things out?

Eleanor spoke again with a calm expression.

“The one gathering people and plotting things under the surface is Pintel. He… said he was acting on your orders.”

Ah… … Pintel.

When that name came out, I started to feel dizzy for some reason.

I told you to stay still.

***

Even if some kind of action is taking place under the surface, we will have to abide by the Patriarch's words for the time being.

Eventually, I accepted Tenelon's invitation to dinner.

If you refuse, you won't look upon me favorably.

“But… is this… here?”

The place Tenelon invited us to was one of the most famous restaurants in the islands.

It is always crowded with guests, and they insist on their own rules so strictly that even nobles, excluding the royal family, have to make reservations.

In some ways, it can be seen as a place armed with a craftsman's spirit similar to 'Twilight Flame'.

A place like that.

'Did Tenelon rent it out for his exclusive use?'

Your breath is really strong.

As I entered the restaurant, I saw Tenelon sitting at his seat, holding some bread before his meal.

“Are you here, Yurian? Sit down.”

At Tenelon's gesture, a man in old-fashioned attire approached and pulled out a chair for him.

His actions looked like a waiter's, but he didn't look like a staff member. No, there were no staff members in the restaurant to begin with.

The man who pulled out the chair seemed to be the owner of the restaurant, if anything.

“The soup and appetizer bread here are always excellent. I’m far from the life of noble nobles, so it’s hard for me to describe it in detail.”

When Tenelon praised the food, the nobleman who was serving next to him began to squirm in embarrassment.

After that, Tenelon didn't even look at me and tore the bread he was eating with his hands. He didn't eat it and opened his mouth as if it was nothing.

“Did you kill Aiden?”

I felt a cold sweat run down my back at the direct question.

Just in case something happens, I left the 'Bell of the Night' with Sombra, or rather 'Angelica'.

“He died.”

“I see, in a way it makes sense.”

After a simple meal, what was served on the table was a steak made from lamb.

The delicious smell tickled my nose, but I didn't really feel like eating it.

“Actually, I was also worried about Aiden’s disposal at the time.”

“Is that so?”

“It’s good to be researching demons, but I think it’s going too far.”

“For that reason, didn’t you respect his actions quite a bit?”

Tenelon smiled slightly.

“Still, he’s a bishop. Shouldn’t we have respected him somehow?”

Although he continued to speak as if he was kind, Tenelon's emotions were empty.

When I thought about his words and actions, which usually contained some kind of emotion, I remembered what Eleanor had said.

'It's gotten weird… … . Hmm?'

The moment I thought about the reason, I felt the 'magic' overflowing from Tenelon's body becoming turbid.

It was obvious that something had happened to his person. Feeling it, I thought for a moment and came up with a conclusion.

A story that also occurred in "Let's Kill the Demon King Now".

That happened because of the whim of that guy called 'Mashin'.

“Lord Tenelon, have you… no longer heard the ‘Voice’?”

Tenelon, who was moving his hand towards the steak, stopped and turned his gaze towards me.

“Yurien, how do you know that?”