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

94: Hanna Ulrica Green’s Determination

I was born into a family that produces knights. As the eldest daughter of the Green family, I naturally followed the path of becoming a knight.

However, the Green family had a long-standing scar. Although they were a family of knights, they had never produced a royal guard. Every family member felt inferior in some way.

In the midst of this, my magical abilities were revealed. The four attributes of lightning, wind, water, and earth (Tetramega). It was an incredibly rare talent, unprecedented in the Green family.

As a natural consequence, I was shouldered with the family’s expectations. “You can become a royal guard. You must.” I was told this countless times, to the point where I lost count.

But I didn’t think it was a burden. I enjoyed getting stronger, and I admired the knights in the stories.

As I continued to train, I developed a trump card. The technique was called Tempest Blade. I could summon a sword that embodied my magical power and unleash it in massive quantities. After mastering this technique, I rarely felt like I could lose to anyone.

However, there were still opponents I couldn’t defeat. But I thought that it was wrong for them to fight in the first place. With this mindset, I continued to work towards my goal.

“I will definitely become a royal guard. I may not be able to surpass Miya-sama or Rina-sama, but I have a certain level of ability.”

With this hope in my heart, I continued to train day by day. There were hardships, but I felt like I was moving forward.

Moreover, I had more opportunities to defeat active knights and prove my own strength. Without a doubt, I had talent. If I believed in myself, I could do it.

However, I couldn’t get close to the princess. It wasn’t that I couldn’t meet her, but rather that there was a wall in my heart. I felt like there was a barrier between us.

Miya-sama and Rina-sama suddenly became gentle one day. After that, they approached me, and we shared more laughter together.

As I spent time with them, I began to feel like I wanted to see their smiles more. My heart was most important, but I didn’t realize that at the time.

“I should be able to shorten the distance with the princess. Then, it should be right in front of me.”

That was my thought process. I was mistaken about my goal. Becoming a royal guard wasn’t just a matter of honor. I didn’t understand that my role was to protect the princess with my life.

In other words, I was straying from the path to becoming a royal guard. How could someone who couldn’t risk everything for Miya-sama or Rina-sama fulfill their role as a royal guard? Looking back, I was foolish.

During that time, the princess introduced me to Rex-sama. My first impression of him wasn’t good. He was from the Black family, and his words were harsh. I didn’t trust him easily.

However, he undoubtedly had exceptional abilities. He was a top-tier dark mage, and his power was overwhelming. I felt a mix of emotions towards him – admiration, envy, and resistance.

Whether it was good or bad, he was someone who drew people’s attention. He stood out.

“Rex-sama is strong. If he becomes the princess’s enemy, I might not be able to protect her.”

This fact made me hesitate. Should I try to make him an ally or prepare for the worst-case scenario?

At the same time, I realized that I couldn’t think of a way to defeat him.

“That’s no reason to give up! I will definitely become a royal guard!”

After that, I fought Rex-sama many times. There was a time when I almost gave up, but the outcome was that I gained something more valuable.

My impression of Rex-sama also changed significantly. I understood why Miya-sama and Rina-sama trusted him. I also came to like him.

“He’s kind, even though he’s stronger than me. He’s willing to go easy on me.”

It was embarrassing to think that I couldn’t understand his intentions. He must have thought it was troublesome to fight me multiple times.

But that’s why I was able to touch his heart. The outcome was good. As for me, I needed to reflect on my actions.

“Thinking back, I was consumed by petty emotions. But he still had expectations for me.”

I was jealous, resistant, and dependent. If I put it into words, that’s how I felt. It was originally none of his business whether I could become a royal guard or not. Yet, I sought an answer from him. I was foolish.

But he encouraged me. Even if his words sounded harsh, he believed in me. He had expectations for me.

If he thought I was a nuisance, he could have just ignored me. But he pushed me forward.

“Thanks to him, I was able to become stronger. I’m much stronger than I was before.”

The technique of bundling the Tempest Blade’s sword. It’s already a different technique, so I’ll think of a new name eventually. If possible, I’d like it to be something that reminds me of Rex-sama. However, it’s difficult. Naming techniques isn’t my forte.

But it’s all thanks to him. I want to engrave that in my mind and heart.

“He says harsh things, but he can’t hide his kindness. It’s cute when he’s not straightforward.”

Rex-sama was born into the Black family and had exceptional talent. Yet, he didn’t lose his innocence. That’s amazing. If I were in the same environment, I might have been consumed by my power. Honestly, I don’t have confidence in myself. I was raised with expectations, but I was also loved.

“Rex-sama, I’ll surpass you. That’s my way of repaying you.”

He probably wants the same thing – for me to become stronger and protect Miya-sama and Rina-sama. There are other reasons why I want to surpass him, but…

“After all, Rex-sama also deserves to be protected. He’s an important friend, just like Miya-sama and Rina-sama.”

I don’t know what he thinks, but I’ve come to understand the importance of being cherished. I want to protect the princess, and that’s the same as his heart. It’s not just for my own sake; it’s about thinking of others.

“I’m sure Rex-sama’s surprised face is adorable. I’m looking forward to seeing that expression.”

Strong, yet clumsy, and endearing. That’s why I want to see more of his various sides. I want to etch his expression into my mind. I want to know his heart.

We’ll be together for a long time, so it’s not like we can separate. As long as the princess is around, we can’t help but be together.