Playing the Perfect Fox-Eyed Villain Chapter 119

Episode 119. Humanity (2)

Although I had a lot of prior knowledge and not much experience, I thought I had adapted to some extent.

But when I thought about the 'Demon' being a picky eater, I found it so absurd that I even laughed out loud.

“What's the problem?”

I started to treat 'Sombra' as a person because she looked so human.

The guy who came out of the body again, sticky and clammy, approaches the soul of 'Idel' again.

The sight of someone trying to force themselves to eat something is admirable… … .

Boom. Bam.

The soul stone that had burst out of Sombra landed in the corner of the office.

Was it my imagination or did it look like he was spitting it out?

“……This is ridiculous.”

Sombra still unable to maintain her form.

The words, 'This is all for your own good' were running through my head, but I decided to quit since I'm not one of these parents.

Still, it seemed like my future plans would be disrupted if I couldn't use 'Sombra'.

He was my weapon, my shield, and my mask that hid my identity.

“What should I do if I don’t eat the mixed food… hmm?”

As I turned my head absentmindedly, I saw the soul of Idel that Sombra had spat out.

The guy who had been showing off an ominous aura stirred his magic a little more fiercely as soon as he passed Sombra's mouth.

'what…….'

I felt slightly embarrassed by the unusual reaction.

As I approached it, its unique aura began to multiply.

But it's not to the point where it can't be caught.

In the first place, 'Magi' was able to be controlled to some extent thanks to the characteristic of the 'Demon King's Vessel'.

As I picked it up, a more intense shaking was transmitted.

'You're refusing.'

I knew instinctively that this soul was pushing me away, or more precisely, 'Yurien'.

If it were a normal mixed race, I would have been asking myself, 'Why is this happening?', but this is 'Idel Hyrans'.

As a survivor of a family that was destroyed by Yurian, it is inevitable that he will harbor strong resentment.

'Do the experiences I have accumulated in my lifetime still have an effect even after becoming a ghost?'

Well, that's not even funny.

'I will get revenge. If I can't do it alive, then I will do it dead.'

What, is that so?

“If the resentment had been that strong to begin with, it wouldn’t have turned into such a small pebble and fallen into my hands.”

It's a meaningless monologue.

However, even though he had been turned into a stone, he could not help but laugh at the soul of 'Edel' who could not give up his belief in 'revenge'.

This was the same thought I had and 'Yurien' had.

It's just a difference in direction.

I did it because I had to find another way other than becoming a demon, and 'Yurien' simply has a sinister habit of looking down on others.

“So this is why Sombra refused.”

I put the mixed stone back on the road.

Because it's something you can't use, and if someone else were to see it, it could cause problems.

I lost the opportunity to use Idel's Soul Stone, but since it is something like a 'soul stone', I will probably use it someday.

“Then where should I look for it?”

Muttering to myself, I reached for the watering can I had placed on the table in my office.

It was time to start giving the children some water.

***

One time, while I was watering the orchids, I stopped when I saw a familiar name.

'Angelica.'

That guy with particularly pretty colors and who grew well.

Because of that, I still couldn't throw away my name tag.

As I looked at the empty space left by the guy who couldn't be saved because his roots were badly damaged, a bitter taste began to coat the tip of my tongue.

'Come to think of it… … .'

Angelica lost her life because of Joshua's foolish actions.

To be exact, it was the wizard guy who came in with that guy who did it.

Those fu*king bastards.

By the way, I need to get a soul stone to heal Sombra.

'Ah! I was in the Cryphat family.'

The relics of Milena, Yurian's mother.

Although it is now in the care of Herand, the third son of the Cryphat family, the ownership of the item remains with me.

'Idel's soul is rejecting me, so maybe I should use that?'

I thought that I should make an appointment to meet Herand as soon as possible.

Knock, knock!

While continuing to water the orchids, I turn my head at the sound of a knock.

When I told them to come in, a familiar face came inside.

Lazrot, a member of the Dawn Society and apprentice of the 'Closed Eyes'.

“What is the current atmosphere in the imperial family?”

The reason I called him was because I wanted to briefly understand the situation within the imperial family.

It is understood that the Imperial Family is currently investigating Aiden's death as it was not widely reported and was reported as missing.

“In the process, the circumstances surrounding the human experiment on the same Sir Aiden were briefly discovered, and it appears that the Magic Tower is also cooperating with the investigation.”

"hmm."

I let out a short groan.

It's so strange that Aiden's disappearance was reported so quickly, and evidence of illegal experiments was discovered.

'I guess Eileen moved.'

It would be easier if you just kept your mouth shut and didn't say anything. Because of that old-fashionedness, you'll end up taking on annoying tasks for no reason.

“The Donatien family is in big trouble. The head of the family is doing something like that. And the person himself is missing. It must be a real headache.”

As I let out a short laugh, the color of 'fear' rose above Lazrot's head, who had a bizarre expression on his face that could neither laugh nor cry.

“That, that’s right, that’s what I’m saying.”

“But Lazrot, there’s one thing I’m curious about.”

“Yes, feel free to ask.”

“I recently heard that ‘Closed Eyes’ is following the Yeomyeonghoe. Is that true?”

"iced coffee……."

Lazrot let out a short sigh.

“I heard it from someone else, but I’m a little suspicious that I, with my ‘closed eyes’, wouldn’t know.”

This is a very important issue.

'Yurien' is the signboard and face of 'Closed Eyes', and yet she investigates the 'Yeongmyeonghoe' without reporting or saying anything to me?

We also have to consider the possibility that, within the imperial family, they may have assumed that I was part of the 'Yeomyeonghoe' and excluded me from the investigation.

“Actually, they are investigating, but it’s not that big of a deal, so I don’t think Director Godwin has told us.”

Hmm, I see.

Well, it's called a 'face', but the leader of 'closed eyes' is Godwin Balladir.

“Besides, the Dawn Society is not an organization that is very well known to the world.”

“Madmen who dream of the resurrection of the devil. They deserve to be ostracized.”

At the sharp criticism, Lazrot smiled awkwardly and turned his gaze elsewhere.

“By the way, who is the member in charge of the investigation of the Dawn Society?”

"yes?"

“I was just curious.”

I think it would be a good idea to at least know the name.

I have no intention of selling 'Closed Eyes', but didn't you directly question whether Patriarch Tenelon was involved in this?

“I am Fern. I am a knight who formerly belonged to the Knights of the Blue Lion.”

"hmm……."

Fern, that's a bit difficult.

The guy has a certain reputation for being 'closed eyes', so the 'Yeongmyeonghoe' may have kept an eye on him.

'Well, I'm from the Knights of the Blue Lion, so I guess I know how to protect myself.'

Even if we were to investigate the 'Dawn Society' in the first place, how would we delve into that deep, dark darkness?

Since all kinds of nobles are involved, if you interfere carelessly, your personal life could be in danger.

For example.

'There's no news at all about the incident involving Aiden or the Dawn Society.'

This is a situation that gives a rough idea of how strong the influence of the Dawn Society is on the empire.

“If Fern shows any strange movements, please stop him.”

“……I don’t think someone from the Knights of the Blue Lion would listen to the words of an apprentice like me.”

“Then tell them I told you to do it.”

At those words, Lazrot nodded as if in agreement.

If you don't listen to the apprentice, you will listen to me.

I'm a higher level person, you know.

'If you want to be rude, you have to be rude.'

It's a phrase that knights love.

***

Joshua was lost in thought as he recalled what had happened with Korund.

'I can't believe Professor Korund reacted so violently… … .'

The direct cause was unknown, but Joshua could guess to some extent.

The moment the name 'Yurien' was mentioned, that's what happened.

No matter how much he covets the support of the 'Craifat family' and the patronage of the noble council, it is nothing compared to the reputation of the man with the human face and the dark side that Korund thinks he has.

As Joshua walked down the hallway of the mansion, he peeked his head out at the commotion coming from the living room.

“Brother Yu-Pat, how much did you drink yesterday?”

“Ughhhhhh…… Shut up and bring me some water.”

There, the second son, Yuphat, and the third son, Herand, who were suffering from hangovers, were talking.

‘… … Tsk, what a jerk.’

Joshua clicked his tongue while looking at the U-Pat, then headed back to his room after seeing Herand's embarrassed face.

'Damn it, why on earth is Brother Herand defending that guy!?'

The more Joshua thought about it, the more he began to hate his third son, Herand, who had supported him at the previous family meeting.

The powerless third son, who was never mentioned as a candidate for the head of the household, and Herand, who also showed little interest in the position.

I treated him like an older brother and treated him well, but all I got in return was support for 'Yurien'.

“Profit… Ugh, okay, okay.”

Joshua tried to swear to release the lump in his chest, but he sighed to hold back.

Because there was an instruction from the right that as the successor to the family, he should refrain from using vulgar expressions.

Besides, Joshua couldn't say anything bad about Herand, even if he didn't know about anything else.

How could I criticize him, who had been working hard as a member of the Cryphat family since his first and second older brothers fell out of favor within the family?

The image of his second oldest brother scolding him and his grandfather beating up Herand was still etched in Joshua's mind.

He was just trying to do anything for his family.

“I guess you have your own thoughts, hyung… huh?”

At that moment, Joshua felt that the mansion was starting to get busy and looked at the atmosphere outside.

The Craiphate family is one of the four great families.

Although he is said to live a frugal life compared to other noble families, he owns a huge mansion, befitting his status as a noble.

If the noise of such a large mansion can be heard clearly, it means that a huge number of guests have come.

Joshua quickly put on his clothes and ran to the entrance.

Then a carriage embroidered with gold and bearing the emblem of the Craiph family along with the mark of the 'Noble Council' came into view.

Knock knock!

As the door opened and a stubborn, stoic-looking old gentleman appeared, Joshua smiled brightly and greeted him politely.

“Right Grandfather!”

Intentionally speaking in a voice one tone higher than usual.

He smiled wickedly, knowing that it would please his grandfather.

“Oh my, my puppy!”

Ornn, the former head of the Cryphat family, was getting out of the carriage.

As soon as Joshua's face came into view, a smile began to appear on his stern-looking face.

“How did you know I was coming and wait for me like this? I came so suddenly that you probably didn’t hear anything!”

“Hey, do I really need to hear that Grandpa is coming?”

“Look at that guy talking! Let’s hug him, my puppy!”

“Hey, I’m old now.”

The coachman and servants who were leading the carriage stiffened slightly at the sight of Joshua refusing with a small smile.

Right, he was known within his family for his authoritarian personality.

Joshua was well aware of that fact, but he smiled broadly and went a step further.

'He tolerates slight violations of his authority, limited to those he likes.'

I couldn't tell if he would find it challenging, but Joshua seemed to fit right in with Orn's personality.

“Hahaha, so it looks like our puppy is all grown up now!”

'As expected.'

Joshua laughed inwardly, because his intentions were right.

“But, aren’t there any other guys? I came here, but only Joshua, the youngest, came out to greet me…….”

“Currently, Brother Yupart and Brother Herand are here…….”

“Tch, you piece of trash.”

Joshua flinched at Orun's cold tone of voice, which had suddenly become colder than when he had treated him.

“By the way, is Herand inside?”

"Yes." Joshua tried to answer, but hesitated when he saw the two eyes on his right hand.

Joshua knew it when he saw the sparks that seemed ready to explode at any moment flickering in the two eyes of the right-hand man.

“Uh, uhm…….”

A strange feeling of anxiety arose in me, thinking, 'Something might happen to Brother Herrand today.'

“I don’t know, since I just got back from my work at the academy. I’m not that close with my hyungs.”

That's why Joshua lied.