I, the Villainous Prince, Buy the Ruined Villainess with Money - Chapter 14-15

Chapter 14: Meeting

After that, I checked the bulletin board and headed to the second-year classroom on the second floor.

I had pulled some strings behind the scenes so that Yulia and I were in the same Class A, while the crown prince and his fiancée were in Class S.

By the way, the classes were ranked by grades, with S at the top, then A, B, and C.

Yulia and I had been in Class S during our first year, but this time I had deliberately asked to change it.

Our seats were in the very back by the window, not noticeable, and Yulia sat next to me.

“I am sorry for making you end up in Class A too, Master.”

“It does not matter. In the first place, half of it was not my real ability.”

“That is… because you were hiding your strength.”

“Even so. That is not handsome.”

“I see… That is why you hardly attended classes at all.”

“W-Well, yes…”

Oh no, I ended up lying… The truth was that Alvis had only gotten in through favoritism.

Besides, Alvis had been in Class S, but he thought school was pointless for someone who would become emperor and did not attend.

But now, I thought studying was necessary for my second life.

Then, the bell rang, and someone who seemed to be the teacher came in.

“Okay okay! Good morning, everyone!”

“Oh, it is Mr. Horn.”

“Hou, you know him?”

“Yes, he is the advisor for the student council.”

“Now that you mention it, that was the case.”

My memory of the game was vague, but Yulia had originally been in the student council.

Though with the engagement broken, she had probably been removed by my older brother, who was the student council president.

Then, something suddenly concerned me.

“Are you going to join any club?”

“Ah… The student council prohibited clubs, so I had not thought about it at all. It was pretty much forced on me anyway.”

“Then join a new one.”

“In the second year… But that would reduce the time I can take care of you, Master.”

That was true… It would be lonely.

But I wanted my favorite to enjoy herself.

…Hm? What if I joined a club too?

“No, I will join a club as well.”

“Y-You, Master?”

“Yes, it is perfect since I wanted to build up my stamina.”

Yes, that way I could have a fun youth with my favorite.

What would be good? Tennis wear would be nice, swimming was out, there was also a club that wore kimono.

Damn! There were too many clubs (outfits) I wanted to see!

“Why are you holding your head?”

“Kuh… This might be the biggest dilemma of my life.”

“Is that so? If there is anything I can do, I will.”

“…Hou? You said it?”

“Y-Yes.”

“Heh heh, I have your word.”

Good! Later I would have her do various cosplays!

I would not lay a hand on her, but cosplay should be allowed!

In that case, it might be better to choose a club for practical benefits.

While I was thinking about that, homeroom seemed to come to an end.

“Okay! That wraps up the explanations for now! There are no classes today, so feel free to do what you want after this!”

“Explanations?”

“Were you not listening?”

“N-No… It is fine because I am asking you (that was a bad way to put it!).”

“Yes, leave it to me.”

She said that and smiled.

Why did she do that when Alvis had such a bad attitude?

After that, the teacher left, and it became free time.

Just to note, the students only watched us from afar without approaching.

That could not be helped, so we left it alone for now.

“So, what did he say?”

“First, since we are now second-years, it seems we choose practical classes or subjects. He also mentioned clubs, and apparently we can observe them for a week starting today. Then real classes start properly from next week.”

“I see, that is how it is. Then shall we go observe some clubs first?”

“Yes, that sounds good. It seems they lend uniforms even for trial visits.”

“What!? If that is decided, no time to waste.”

I pulled Yulia’s hand and tried to leave the classroom, but… a certain person stood in our way.

It was my older brother, Crown Prince Kyle.

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Chapter 15: Conversation with Brother

Golden, wavy hair that shone brightly, the complete opposite of my smooth, silver strands.

While I was slim and 180 centimeters tall, he was a bit shorter at 175 centimeters but had a solid build.

Unlike my refined but cold impression, he had a dashing face that appealed to everyone.

In personality, I was twisted, while my brother was serious and honest in every sense.

I was born to a great noble house, while my brother came from an ordinary noble family.

Basically, I was a loner, while my brother still had hangers-on trailing behind him.

I was neglected by my parents, while my brother was showered with their love.

Really, everything about us was the opposite.

In truth, Alvis had hated him intensely… but honestly, to me now, it did not matter.

“Well well, brother, what business do you have in Class A? (I want to see Yulia in cosplay soon, so do not get in my way)”

“You are quite calm. Normally you would snap at me.”

“I do not have time for that.”

It was true that the old me would have called him a mongrel… in this case, meaning that while I was pure imperial blood, my brother had common noble blood mixed in.

I had often bitten at him like that.

He probably could not stand that he was not the crown prince.

But now it did not matter; I just would not let Yulia get hurt any more.

“…Something really happened to you, did it not? I heard from all over that you are stepping down from the crown prince race.”

“Hah, there are still people who love gossip. What if I said it was true?”

“What is your aim? Does that mean it is a strategy to make me let my guard down?”

“I have no intention of doing something so unattractive. Is that all you have to say? Then step aside.”

Hurry up and move!

I did not have time to deal with him!

I wanted to see my favorite in cosplay as soon as possible!

“…That is some incredible pressure. Where did your usual smug attitude go?”

“You are the one who looks like you have no composure. What exactly are you rushing for?”

“I am not rushing or anyth—”

“What happened to that fiancée of yours, anyway?”

“She is not relevant.”

He said that and cast his eyes down a little.

Hm, things were not going well?

Well, it had nothing to do with me.

“I see. Then hurry and step aside.”

“Wait, I have one more question… I heard you bought Yulia, but what do you plan to do with her?”

“What a obvious question. Yulia became mine. In the first place, it is none of your business. Shall I return your earlier words to you?”

“That is true, but… is it to spite me?”

“I have no idea what you are talking about. Then the talk is over. I am busy too.”

I pulled Yulia’s hand and left the classroom.

The whole time, Yulia kept her head down and stayed silent.

As expected, she had not wanted to see my brother.

“Yulia, are you okay?”

“…Eh? Y-Yes.”

“Sorry, I did not plan to make you meet my brother. I never thought he would come to us.”

“N-No, we are in the same school, so it cannot be helped. Besides, if you are stepping down from the crown prince race, it would make anyone curious.”

Her expression and tone really felt like she thought it could not be helped.

Somehow, it had a “here we go again” kind of vibe?

But then, I did not understand why she lacked energy.

“Then what is it? Are you hungry? Do your legs still hurt?”

“N-No, I am fine!”

“I-I see.”

Oh no! Did I push too much!?

Was my face too close!? Was asking if she was hungry insensitive!?

…No good, I did not understand girls’ feelings at all.

Was there no strategy guide somewhere?

“I am still heart racing… Master stood with his back to me and protected me. And he said again that I am his.”

“Haa… Hm? Did you say something?”

“No, nothing. Then let us go observe the clubs.”

She suddenly put on a sharp expression and walked ahead.

That was when I suddenly realized we had been holding hands until just now, and I writhed in agony.