ICTV - Chapter 12
I Changed The Villain
‘Wow, who wrote this book report? Very well written.'
My eyes slowly opened as I heard a voice coming from somewhere. The reference books and summary notes I had read so many times during the entrance exam were placed side by side. I reached out my hand and lightly brushed the cover of the notebook. Oh, it was very smooth.
Then I checked my current outfit. Instead of the silk loungewear I always wear when I sleep, I was wearing a white blouse and a wine-colored school uniform skirt.
'Your name will be on the front page of the manuscript. Check it.'
I roughly guessed the situation. It's been a while since I've worn it, but it still feels like crap. I turn my head, wiping down the blouse that has no elasticity at all. Soon the sound of pages being turned was heard.
‘Wow, was that what he wrote?! Really good.'
'...That gloomy kid wrote this? Nonsense.'
'I didn't know because she was always studying, but in fact, she was a very sensitive child.'
'I had no idea.'
The familiar blackboard and lectern. Two girls were standing in front of me. There was a pile of manuscripts submitted by children during Korean language class on the teacher's table. The manuscript held in the hand of a girl with her hair tied up caught my eye.
‘Look at this expression. How did you write it so well? It's really amazing!'
Every time the girl stamped her feet, the manuscript in her hand also moved.
I was shaken. But the other girl had a sullen face.
'Stop admiring. It's definitely well-written. But then what do you do?'
'Huh? What?'
'Anyway, what you wrote is the best. The grand prize winner this time will be you.'
My eyes widened. At the same time, a strong wind blew and the manuscript was scattered in all directions. The manuscript the girl was holding also flew away somewhere. I looked at the scene helplessly and then lowered my head.
Supporting roles should not be desired. After all, she is the main character who holds glory in her hands.
“Wake up, My Lady!”
"..."
“Miss, wake up now! The sun goes down."
“It’s in the middle of the sky!”
Was it because I realized yesterday that Belial had no intention of killing me?
It was very confusing. I got under the blanket and curled up like a caterpillar. Why did I have to possess a human body? It would have been nice to be possessed by an insect like a cicada. Why cicadas?
"I even prepared a special gift for you… !"
When they are larvae, they can stay stuck in the dark ground for several years doing nothing, and after they become cicadas, they just cling to a tree and die quickly. This is exactly the life I want. In my next life, I want to be born as a cicada.
“Miss! Please wake up and help us.”
"Please take a look!"
"..."
I lost to them. I lost. I finally got up. Hugging the pillow like a shield.
“What on earth do you want to show me?”
Mera put her hands on her hips.
“Ha, are you that curious? Then I have no choice but to answer!”
“No, I want you to take a look.”.
“Guys, come out!”
Mera clapped her hands. At the same time, two maids came out.
“Make your beautiful skin even cleaner, clearer, and more confident!"
"Hello, my name is Becky and I will be in charge of the massage starting today!”
“I learned the word lipstick faster than the word mom! Rika has a natural talent for makeup!”
“And lastly, me, Mera!”
Mera spins around and kills the two of them. I stood by this.
“As the Lady’s exclusive maid, your dresses and accessories can be recognized from a 100m radius! Please leave the costume selection to me!”
The three proudly declared.
“The most skilled maids in the Pale family have gathered together! We will make you the most beautiful woman in the world until the engagement day!”
I looked at the maids and said.
“I don’t know what’s going on, but I like it because you guys seem to be having fun.”
With those words, I lay down on the bed again, and the three of them rushed to the bed.
“No, Lady. You have to go into intensive care starting today.”
“First, take a bath in water with flower petals in it. After your bath, I will give you a massage.”
“And you definitely have to go to the downtown area in the afternoon. We need to find out the latest fashionable makeup and dresses."
Intensive care, massage, downtown. Wow, just listening to this makes me tired. I listened to the maids' words with one ear. Normally, I would just accept it, but today I was in the worst mood. In my dream, I repeatedly remembered the fluttering manuscripts and Belial kissing the back of my hand.
“I can’t do it. Becky, come get the Lady.”
So for today,
“Lady, you should be in the restaurant by now and have breakfast…"
I will escape from here. I rolled over with all my might in the direction away from the maids. Boom, my body fell to the floor.
"Miss?!"
Oh my, it’s annoying to even wake up. The maids tried to catch me, but they had no luck. I took off the blanket I had wrapped around my body like it was skin. This is what it feels like to be a lizard that cuts off its tail and runs away. I have to throw away my blanket, which is like my own body. Rubbing my eyes and feeling fluffy.
I shoved my feet into my slippers. Rika and Becky were shocked.
“This is my first time seeing you running!”
“You’re acting so quickly this morning! This is ridiculous, this is a miracle!"
"Hey! This is no time for admiration! Quickly call the other maids too!”
I ran down the hallway, holding the hem of my skirt carelessly. At that moment, the servants who were passing by carrying cleaning supplies saw me running from the opposite direction and screamed at me to leave the hallway.
“Oh my God, the Lady has been in the hallway since morning."
"She's running!”
“What, she's not even walking, she's actually running?!”
“That might not be the Lady!”
The servants were frantic and scattered in all directions. It's good for me that the road isn't blocked. Suddenly, a staircase appeared. Okay, just run downstairs and hide in a suitable place...!
At that time, my foot got caught in the hem of my skirt.
"..."
Boom!
My body hits the floor. Thanks to the soft carpet, it didn't hurt that much. Above all, it's great to lie down. I thought as I buried my face in the carpet. After all, running in the morning isn't like me. I guess I'll just have to walk from here. But my body didn't want to wake up. Okay, let's just count to 3 seconds and get up. 1, 2, 3….
“What is this old, tired lump?”
Huh, I almost fell asleep. When I lifted my head and rubbed my eyes, my brother was standing there with his arms crossed.
“Are you really my younger sister? I’ve never seen such a lazy and weird kid.”
“I’ve never seen anyone with a bad temper like you, brother.”
“Anyway, I won’t say a word.”
Unlike me, who was wearing indoor clothes, my brother was wearing not only outdoor clothes but also a stylish cape. He was a morning person. Looking at the arrows and quiver on his back, it looks like he is planning to train in the forest again.
By the way."
My brother put his arm between my armpits, grabbed it, and forced me up.
"That's it. I was just on my way to your room, but I never thought you’d be here.”
“Why my room?”
“Have you forgotten already? You were supposed to walk around with me starting today."
Ah.
“I also plan my trip little by little.”
Before my brother could finish speaking, the maids came rushing out from around the corner of the hallway. Mera, who was standing at the forefront, shouted.
“There it is! The master said to the young Lady is here!"
“Ma’am has given us orders to capture her alive no matter what! Everyone, hurry and surround her!”
"Miss! Just give up and become as beautiful as a bride in May! Ha ha ha!"
My brother’s face turned pale. My brother quickly grabbed my shoulder and shook me.
“Well, what are you doing?"
"I don't know what's going on, but I need to run away quickly! They are out of their minds right now!”
“I want to do that too.”
I said with a fierce face.
“I don’t have the strength to walk because I ran earlier. I really shouldn’t hit you just once."
"What?"
“I think I’ll get caught if I hit you.”
“You really don’t lose a word...! Hey, get on my back quickly!”
My brother suddenly gritted his teeth and carried me around. Then, after taking a deep breath, I flew down the stairs.
"I know you owe me!”
My hair flew around and then settled down again. My brother landed lightly on the floor downstairs and rushed towards the entrance.
“Well, Master?”
“What are you doing, open the door quickly!”
The servant who was washing the window hurriedly opened the door and threw it open. The dazzling sunlight poured down on us as if it had been waiting for us. I continued to blink while riding on my brother’s back. Everything was sparkling in the sunlight. The trees, the marble fountains, and the red roses.
Is it because of my mood? The garden, which always looked the same, looked a little prettier.
***
It was a long time ago, but I felt better after going outside. I, with my head cooled, was lost in thought. I still don't know why Belial likes me, but I think I'll have to adjust for the time being.
“But I think it’s too much for me to show affection like Belial.”
Mera, who was fiddling with my hair in front of the dressing table, gave advice.
“I don’t think he would want you to express yourself in an unreasonable way. Why don’t you just approach him with your way?”
“My way?”
"Yes!"
I was lost in thought. My way...
***
“Dear Rose, where are you hiding?"
Ouch, the maids standing at the bottom of the stairs blushed. Belial, who had obviously come running as soon as work was finished, went up the stairs. There was a bouquet of pink roses in his arms.
“Rose, as I promised yesterday, I brought you a new rose.”
Belial did not need guidance from a maid. Because he was fully aware of my routine. Belial opened my door without hesitation. I, wearing a black dress, was standing there.
“What happened? You're not lying down."
Belial looked worried and approached me.
“Did you throw away the yellow rose?”
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