BJ Villainess

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Finally, the quest was over.

Ding!

[Quest: Reduce the number of dungeons in the capital to less than 20 completed]

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Reward: +50,000,000 coins

The rewards didn’t end there.

With me, who discovered a new way to break through dungeons, leading the way, and Libby, who was essential to this plan. Reini who successfully created a new potion that Libby had to drink to secure enough immense magical power to eliminate the dungeons. And Mimosa, the top contributor in getting rid of heart dolls. The four of us were officially commended together.

With me kneeling on one knee and bowing my head, Euges spoke to me. “I bestow the title upon Theresa Squire, who contributed the most to suppressing Stigmata and freeing us from the dungeon threat.”

Thus, I became Princess Squire and Viscountess Seymour.

Euges then personally helped me up, whispering in my ear. “Anyway, the title will be useless once you become the empress. How about accepting my proposal now?”

“I have to return to school.”

Euges looked baffled. “Is there even a professor who can teach you in Valhalla?”

Ding!

[The Constellation ‘ThePride’ has sponsored 1,000,000 coins.]

[An SSS-class student appears at the magic school…]

“My major professor still has a lot to teach me. He’s a genius wizard who’s even greater than I am.” Although, it was a problem that I couldn’t contact him recently, which worried me.

Euges, knowing that my major professor was Ilya, showed his displeasure openly. “Your major professor would be with you all the time.”

“Students don’t stay with the professor when it’s not lecture time.”

“If he was just a professor, I’d think so too.”

At that moment, Bein approached cautiously. “It’s time to start the banquet, Your Majesty.”

Only then did Euges finish the conversation and hold out his hand. “Let’s go.”

The last summer ball and the banquet commemorating saving the empire from crisis began with our dance. Euges had to dance with Libby, Reini, and Mimosa one after another. It was because the stars of the banquet were undoubtedly the four of us.

After the first dance, I watched Euges and Libby dance with a peculiar feeling. Even from afar, it was clear that Euges was indifferent to his partner, and Libby looked uncomfortable. I wondered how <God’s Play>, in which Libby is the female protagonist, has come to this. Moreover, in the past, I would have enjoyed watching Reini and Mimosa stiffen while dancing with Euges, but I couldn’t get excited.

I picked up a glass and looked around.

Will I meet him in Valhalla? I doubted it. I had a strong feeling I wouldn’t see him at school either.

Due to recent major incidents in the empire, the start date for Valhalla had been delayed by half a month. So, all the lectures that should have started today were postponed to match the new start date.

At that moment, the chairman approached me. “Long time no see, Lady Theresa.”  He had aged significantly since I last saw him.

“Greetings, Mr. Chairman.”

The chairman smiled gently on his wrinkled face and asked playfully. “Shall I call you Viscountess Seymour now?”

“Call me whatever is comfortable for you. Whether it’s Viscountess Seymour or Princess Squire, I’m still me.”

“That’s a good thought. Yes, the essence lies not in the title but in oneself.”

The chairman seemed to have something to tell me.

“I have some issues to convey and a proposal to make. Sorry to bring up school matters at the ball.”

“It’s fine. Please, go ahead.”

“First, Professor Ilya won’t be teaching this semester. He hasn’t registered for any lectures.”

Ding!

[The Constellation ‘Professor Ilya is Strange’ has sponsored 1,000,000 coins.]

[Noooooooooooooooooooo.]

There should be no scenario where Ilya doesn’t appear at school, so what on earth is happening?

The chairman continued with a regretful face. “Therefore, your major professor will be Professor Felix. You can choose another major if you wish. We’ll change it to whatever you prefer.”

“I see. I’ll decide after checking the schedule.”

“That’s good. Also, do you have any thoughts about becoming the student council president?”

“…Pardon? The student council president?”

“Damian Kapento dropped out of school half a month ago, leaving the president’s position vacant. The vice president declined the offer.”

Ding!

[The Constellation ‘Damian, My Golden Child’ has sponsored 1,000,000 coins.]

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I had a feeling I wouldn’t see him at school, but hearing that he dropped out made me feel uneasy. What was he thinking?

Strangely, it felt like the male leads were disappearing one by one. No, it wasn’t a feeling; it was a fact. When I think about it, the only male lead left intact in this world is Euges.

While I was lost in thought and silent, the chairman spoke. “I think you are at a level where early graduation should be discussed. However, if you intend to stay in school, I’d like to recommend you as the student council president. What do you think?”

Ding!

[Quest: Valhalla Student Council President]

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Accept: Right to use the student council president’s office

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Decline: Early graduation resulting in [Becoming an Adult Too Soon] ending

Declining meant early graduation ending. They really forced me an unwanted position.

“If you trust me with it, I will do my best.”

The chairman looked slightly surprised that I accepted so readily, then gave a calm smile.

“Thank you. I thought you’d refuse because of deep-seated family grudges, but having you as the president is reassuring.”

Ding!

[Quest: Valhalla Student Council President completed]

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Accepted: Right to use the student council president’s office acquired

I smiled bitterly. If Clyde were here, things wouldn’t have progressed so oddly that I became the student council president.

“And one more thing…”  The chairman began to say something more but closed his mouth. It was because Euges had come to fetch me after finishing his dance.

The chairman, sensing the timing, took his leave but said before going. “I noticed you applied for the dormitory again. Let’s discuss it when you arrive at school.”

“Understood.”

Euges exchanged light greetings with the chairman and, holding my waist guided me to a place where we wouldn’t be disturbed. As Raul was dancing with Roseanne, it was a perfect time to steal me away.

“What were you talking about with that old man?”

“He asked me to become the student council president starting next semester. I agreed.”

“Student council president? Sounds like a shitty title that will make you even busier and infuriate me.”

Ding!

[The Constellation ‘Sunfish Emperor Euges’ has sponsored 1,000,000 coins.]

[I hate the system

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Euges was very displeased that I would be in the dormitory starting tomorrow. In fact, he hated the idea of me going to school at all. “Why don’t you use that teleportation magic and commute from the Sun Palace every day?”

I stayed at the Sun Palace not just because of Euges’s request but also to quickly deal with the Stigmata and reduce the number of dungeons. It was because I had no authority to command people, but staying at the Sun Palace gave me the clout to get things done quickly. However, now that the quest was over, I had no reason to stay at the Sun Palace.

“Your Majesty, I have something to tell you.”

Euges responded curtly without even listening to me. “I don’t want to hear it.”

“I am not suited to be an empress.”

This wasn’t modesty. It was a rejection of his proposal.

“I said I didn’t want to hear it.” Euges grabbed my lips, making them pout like a duck’s beak, and sighed. “I can’t understand.”

As he let go of my lips, he spoke in a familiar, comfortable tone, like when we were together in the dungeon. “You love me. So why won’t you stay by my side?”

Hearing Euges’ words, I couldn’t help but laugh inappropriately, given the serious atmosphere. “I’m sorry. Your Majesty was so cute I couldn’t help it.”

Euges looked at me in disbelief. But seeing him so sure of my love, he looked adorable. How should I put it? He felt like a dignified puppy showered with affection.

It might be better to describe him as a beast that has learned human affection.

“Why is Your Majesty so sure that I love you?”

Euges scoffed. “If not, would someone like you sleep with a man you don’t have feelings for—!”

I hurriedly covered Euges’ mouth. “Please, think about the ears around us, Your Majesty.” Although everyone except for the courtiers had tactfully kept their distance, someone might still overhear us.

Euges removed my hand and looked at me with pity. “You always act so smart at times like this. The moment you stayed at the Sun Palace, it was as if you declared to the world that we shared a bed.”

“I stayed at the Sun Palace because of Your Majesty…!”

“I couldn’t send the woman I like to a distant annex when I couldn’t even share the same room.”

It’s funny because, no matter where I was, he would have barged in to sleep with me every night.

Euges smiled and sighed repeatedly while looking at me. “I really don’t want to let you go. Please, won’t you live with me? I’ll let you do whatever you want for the rest of your life.”

“The people of the empire won’t approve, even if you do.”

Right now, I might be treated as a hero among the people because of my achievements, but that would be forgotten over time.

I gently stroked Euges’ hand to console him. “Graduating from school is the most important thing to me. I can’t think about romance, marriage, or even future goals until after that.”

Until January 31st, when all content ended, there was no such thing as personal happiness for me. Until then, I was just a player fulfilling missions in this game. Because that was directly tied to my life.

“So I can’t give up my status as a student of Valhalla, Your Majesty.”

Euges caressed my cheek and murmured in a resigned voice. “You speak as if it’s destiny.”

I smiled in agreement without a word. Euges seemed to realize that my determination wouldn’t waver and reluctantly agreed.

“I won’t hold you back any longer. You must have your reasons.” He then hugged me tightly.

The banquet hall buzzed with our sudden embrace. But I hugged him back, ignoring the stares.

“Thank you for trusting me.”

I wanted to end today beautifully, as it might be our last.

Ding!

[Quest: Become the Flower of the Social Season completed]

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Reward: 100,000,000 coins