Playing the Perfect Fox-Eyed Villain Chapter 25

Episode 25. Open Eyes

There are three main characteristics of cross-eyed characters.

The sinisterness that shows up even when you try to hide it.

Words and actions that seem like they are plotting something behind someone's back.

And when you get truly angry, your eyes that were closed open and your fighting power increases.

I thought that the cross-eyed character trait was simply part of the character's personality.

Honestly, what difference would it make if a guy who could see ahead with his eyes half-opened his eyes?

“Save me……”

But it was a mistake.

As soon as I opened my eyes, my body became as light as a feather, and my kinetic vision improved to the point where I could easily see Pelkor's massive fists.

The density and elasticity of the muscles also increased, making it easier to deflect the guy's attacks.

‘… … When a cross-eyed character opens his eyes, he becomes stronger.’

A cliché that appears in media such as novels or games. It is implemented as a characteristic in this game.

However, this trait had a penalty.

'The original ferocity is revealed without filter.'

I looked down at Pelkor, who was kneeling.

The mangled body of Pelkor resembled a rag. The various torn wounds and the bright red blood flowing from them were enough to make anyone who saw them frown.

But when I opened my eyes, I accepted this situation as pleasant.

'I would never have thought of that in my normal life.'

A noticeable improvement in physical abilities.

Correspondingly extreme emotional changes.

This trait, <Open Eyes>, seems to have the greatest effect on emotions out of all the traits we've seen so far.

Thinking like that, I calmed my heart.

It is not the idea that the social conventions of the world we originally lived in were trying to protect.

I just didn't want to damage the humanity I had built up throughout my life.

Because I lived as Ishihu longer than I did as Yurian.

“How about going that far?”

At the moment when he was about to put away his sword, Eleanor, who had been watching what had happened, opened her mouth.

She was holding a small wand in her hand and pointing it at me. The tip was overflowing with the mana characteristic of 'Yin' type magic.

“It started over there, right?”

In fact, I said that, but I felt relieved inside when Eleanor tried to stop me.

Even though I tried to calm him down, some emotion kept boiling over, shouting at me to kill Pelkor right in front of me.

“……I know it was rude, but he’s one of our people.”

“So the person who thought that was just a bystander?”

“You were rude, so you’re being punished.”

Eleanor smiled faintly.

After that, I collected the mana that was tied to the wand.

She approached Felcor with a brisk gait and began using simple healing magic to heal his wounds.

“Pelcor. You acted without my permission. I will not tolerate this.”

There was no reply, but Eleanor took it as affirmation and added, "Okay."

“Please forgive my rudeness. Ah… if Sir Yurian wishes, I can charge Felcor with blasphemy. What do you think?”

“That sounds good.”

“Right?”

She turned her head quickly and met my gaze.

A captivating smile, the teardrop mole just below her right eye made her smile stand out even more.

It was quite easy to predict why Eleanor added such a comment.

I guess he wants me to make a decision quickly.

Whether to join the Dawn Society or to become enemies with them.

“We value you highly. Your overwhelming power and your decisiveness to match. And the trust that the imperial court has given you. Stop trying to guess and join us. As you already know, you won’t lose anything.”

"you're right."

“Then right now…….”

I left her behind as she continued to speak and smiled quietly.

Right now, no matter how much she threatens and pushes me, I have no intention of making a decision right away.

I have a good grasp of the situation.

Although they are trying hard to hide it, it is already clear who has the upper hand.

Naturally, the person with the upper hand is the one answering.

“Still, let’s think about it a little more.”

Her smiling face slightly distorted.

***

As Yurian left, Eleanor had the illusion that the cool night air of the island had become a little more pleasant.

Eleanor stood in front of him, trying her best to act as if nothing had happened, but the coldness of the 'smiling executioner' she encountered in the gloomy alley was enough to send shivers down her spine.

'It's just like when we first met at the royal palace.'

Eleanor muttered to herself as she wiped away her tear stains.

“So. How was it, Felcor?”

I've heard rumors floating around the world that Yurian has lost his memory.

I thought it was just a pipe dream.

For someone with so many enemies to still be alive after so much time has passed since the rumors began to spread is a complete denial of those rumors.

But isn't there such a thing as "what if"?

It was Yurian who first showed interest in the Dawn Society, or more precisely, in the power we possessed. It was strange that he had not contacted us until now.

“Do you feel like anything has changed since I made your eyes like that?”

“You are still a savage, Bishop Eleanor.”

“Really? As expected, the rumors floating around the system are definitely false.”

Eleanor answered in a cold voice and ran her finger over her tear stain again.

“But, since this was a personal confirmation, I would like you not to tell the other bishops. Is that okay? Felcor.”

“Oh, I understand. Bishop Eleanor.”

"great."

When he heard her soft voice, Pelkor's cheeks turned a shade of red that did not match his size.

The reason is her tear stains.

That's a peculiarity that has been passed down in the DeMichel family.

A blessing that makes it easy for the opposite sex to love you, but also a curse that makes you susceptible to indiscriminate jealousy.

He usually hides this with his special 'Eum' magic, but when he tried to use it against Yurian, it didn't work on him like before.

Eleanor, who had once again used her illusion magic to erase her tear stains, turned her head in the direction where Yurian had disappeared.

After seeing that place where only gloomy air flowed, after a while, there was no longer any sign of people in the alleys of the system.

***

Clang──!

As I placed the broken steel sword on the table, a rough sound echoed softly.

My head was spinning because one troubling thing after another was happening.

I wanted to get some fresh air, so I opened the window and laid down on the chair.

“Phew…….”

The first thing that came out of my mouth was a sigh.

It was understandable that he couldn't help but sigh when he realized that 'Yurien' was connected to the Yeomyeonghoe.

Although I had a vague idea that Yulian belonged to the Dawn Society, it was incredibly daunting to see it become a reality right before my eyes.

'furthermore…….'

I looked at my right hand, remembering when I had just cut down Pelkor.

The pleasure that still ran through my skin like electricity was so terrifying that it could easily become addictive.

This is the aftereffect that remains when the trait <Open Eyes> is manifested.

“Damn… why do I have so many things to worry about?”

He leans a little closer to the chair, muttering a self-deprecating monologue.

The only fortunate thing is that the <Open Eyes> trait only activates when emotions reach their peak.

Although it is a double-edged sword and carries risks, if you can control it properly, it will definitely lead to an increase in fighting power.

So, the biggest problem now is… … .

'It must be the dawn meeting.'

I knew what their intentions were for expanding their power and what their goals were, but I couldn't take any action rashly.

First of all, the power of the religious order called the Dawn Society is insufficient to fight against it with the power of an individual. Even if it is Yurian.

'If I try to report you, the Yeomyeonghoe will definitely try to get rid of me.'

Although the Dawn Society is an organization that operates secretly, there is virtually no place that it does not reach.

What this means is that there are spies within the Adratan Empire's royal family.

No matter how secretly you report it, the information will definitely leak to the Dawn Society.

‘… …Who would truly believe Yurian’s words?’

I also thought that no one would completely trust the words of this 'squinty-eyed villain'.

Becoming a member of the Dawn Society did not completely resolve this issue.

'If you take the side of the Dawn Society… … .'

Black Star, you will be in complete hostility with Haydn Reich.

Even if the ultimate goal of the Dawn Society, the resurrection of the demon, is achieved, wouldn't this cause problems for us too?

The person responsible for devastating the continent will once again descend upon the world.

“It’s difficult… It’s really difficult.”

My head was spinning so much that I didn't even bother to use polite language.

“Then what should I do?”

If we continue like this and do nothing, it is just like a fool waiting for the end.

If we look at the positive aspects, wouldn't it be possible to say that I am closer to the character Yurian now than when I first came to my senses?

Even if Yulian's acting isn't perfect, it's possible to pursue perfection.

'It's good news that the Moonlight Sword has been completed and the Moonlight Sword is on track.'

I looked at the beautiful finished scabbard and thought.

When subduing Pelkor, it is true that the <Open Eyes> trait exerted great power. However, the fundamental reason that he was able to penetrate his strong aura and inflict wounds was thanks to this completed Moon Sword.

“The power I have now is not as good as that of a perfect Yurian, but it is more than enough to play him.”

I started to re-evaluate my position again and think about what stance I should maintain going forward.

After a brief moment of thought, I quickly came to this conclusion:

“I guess I should join the Dawn Society.”

The basis for this decision was very simple.

First of all, I didn't want to establish a direct confrontation with the Yeomyeonghoe.

Even Haydn Reich, who felt threatened by them, felt that confronting them alone would have been tantamount to suicide.

That is why I made this decision.

'If you join, there will be no immediate hostility towards the Yeomyeonghoe.'

Of course, I have no intention of working for their own ends.

I will thoroughly act as if I am on their side. Just like I have been acting as 'Yurien' up until now.

Although it was like entering a tiger's den to avoid a tiger, it seems like the best choice I can make now.

"by the way……."

After I had gathered my thoughts to some extent, I glanced at the broken steel sword.

The steel sword was in a state of disrepair and beyond repair.

“Does this…need to be separated?”

Scrap iron reflecting off the moonlight streaming in through the window.

It's better to handle it yourself, because if you throw it to the employee, it might cause some trouble.