I Was Reincarnated as a Villainous Noble Who Gets Killed Midway Through the Story but It Looks Like I’ll Be Executed as a Traitor if I Try to Do Good Deeds

57 Julia’s Wish

I’m weak. That’s a harsh reality. I couldn’t even awaken to magic, and I lost many friends during the hunt in my hometown. I even came close to death myself.

The only solace was that Stell was safe. She was my childhood friend, my best friend, and the most important person to me. Now, Rex-sama was also important to me, and so were Lana-sama, Felicia-sama, and Mary-sama – I considered them friends. But Stell was the only one who shared the same past with me. Chrono was a bit different. We didn’t struggle as much, and death wasn’t as close to us.

“I’ll definitely protect the people important to me.”

I’ve been working hard to achieve that vow. My sword skills are even better than those of a regular mercenary, I think. But that’s not enough. I realized that in my hometown.

“If Rex-sama wasn’t there, I might not have been able to protect Stell. So, I’ll do my best.”

Stell was in danger of being sold to someone unknown. She would have had no future. But I couldn’t do anything. I couldn’t earn money in Stell’s place or defeat the bad guys on my own. I didn’t have the power to take down a rich person’s guard alone. So, I was no good on my own.

I think Stell would have died if Rex-sama hadn’t saved her. She would have been sold for money and lived in despair. I knew how slaves were treated – they were forced to do hard labor or dangerous work.

In any case, being a slave meant doing impossible tasks for ordinary people. It was like working in a mine. If you couldn’t prepare a canary, you’d be in danger of not returning. It was like being a sacrifice.

That’s why I wanted to become strong. By any means necessary. To not lose Stell. Even though Rex-sama saved me, I didn’t want to be helpless when danger came again.

“But if I don’t awaken to magic, I won’t become strong. Like this…”

Do I not have talent? Is the teaching method bad? I didn’t want to doubt Rex-sama, but if I didn’t, my heart would be worn out. If I didn’t have magical talent, I couldn’t protect anyone.

Chrono awakened to earth magic, so he must have talent. I understood that logically. But I couldn’t give up. If I could get power, I might have sold my soul to the devil. I was that hungry for power.

But in the end, I awakened to magic. It was during the attack by thieves on our hideout.

“When the thieves attacked, Rex-sama was struggling. So, I wanted to help. That’s what I thought.”

I don’t remember the details, but Rex-sama was trying to protect the students with all his might. But it seemed like he was struggling. Even Rex-sama, who was the strongest alone, had a hard time protecting someone. That’s what I realized then.

And I felt Rex-sama’s frustration and pain. It was like I had the same feelings. I was desperate to help him. So, I thought I’d help Rex-sama.

Before I knew it, magic power was overflowing from me. I think it was because I wanted to help Rex-sama so badly. As a result, I was able to protect everyone.

“It doesn’t matter what the reason is. I have power now. I just need to polish it.”

I think my emotions exploded, which was the reason. But it’s not important. What’s important to me now is that I have the power to protect everyone. I can help someone. Especially Rex-sama and Stell, as well as my other friends.

“But my magic feels different from everyone else’s. It’s not like Lana-sama’s, Felicia-sama’s, or Mary-sama’s.”

Everyone’s magic was amazing. There were pillars of fire that reached the sky, tornadoes that blew rocks away, and darkness that seemed to swallow everything.

My magic feels like just plain power. There’s no special feeling. I just gather magic power and release it. That alone would be enough to take down people who can’t use magic.

In fact, the thieves didn’t stand a chance against me. Arrows didn’t work, and I could defend myself against swords. I knew Rex-sama was protecting me, but it didn’t seem necessary. I could defend myself with just my spirit.

But my magic doesn’t feel special like Rex-sama’s. His magic seemed like it could destroy or protect anything. So, it’s a shame that mine is different.

“No, if it’s different, I’ll just utilize it. If Rex-sama can’t do something, I can.”

It’s common knowledge that dark attribute magic is special. My magic is different from others, but that’s obvious. Dark magic is special.

But my magic seems to have more power than others. If that’s the case, I might be able to defeat enemies that Rex-sama can’t. So, I should train with all my might.

“I’ll protect Stell, Rex-sama, and everyone with this power.”

My daily life. My peace. My happiness. I’ll protect it all with my magic power. It may seem simple, but it’s very difficult. Because everyone except Stell is strong. I have to protect them from opponents that even they struggle against.

The importance of magical operation, the significance of magical power, and all sorts of things were taught to me. Thanks to that, I can definitely feel myself growing. I wonder how they know, but that’s a minor doubt.

“It’s all good. Rex-sama is pleased with my growth, and I’m able to obtain power. That’s all that matters.”

I’ll use my power to protect someone important. That’s all that’s needed. To live a future together with everyone, I’ll just do my best.

“With this power, I’ll take down any enemy. I won’t forgive anyone who hurts my important people.”

This time, I’ll protect them with my own power. Even if Rex-sama isn’t around, I’ll protect Ster. If Rex-sama is struggling, I’ll help. I won’t let any of my friends die.

“Rex-sama is also expecting it from me. At Astral Academy, it’s all about fighting.”

If I’m by their side, it’ll be easier to protect them. It would be best if Ster could be with me too. It’ll be tough if they don’t awaken to magic, though.

“Even if God becomes my enemy, I’ll fight for my important people. That’s all that matters.”

It’s a simple thing. It doesn’t matter who the enemy is. If they hurt my important people, I’ll kill them. I’ll do whatever it takes to protect them.

“Rex-sama, watch me. I’ll definitely make myself useful!”

I want to repay the debt of gratitude for saving us. And because Rex-sama is important to me, I’ll work together with Ster to achieve our ideal future.

So, if I can be of use, please praise me a lot. That way, I’ll be even happier.