Scum-lesse Oblige, I Have Been Reincarnated as a Scum Villain in an 18+ Game World, and I Absolutely Want to Grasp the Mob Life with the Power of My Knowledge of the Original Story - Chapter 35

Confidence in the Future

Late-night commotion.

As I stand dumbfounded by the new dire situation in Haven village, Iris, who is beside me, chuckles and points towards the village.

“This must be your doing, Genesis.”

“……”

I can’t respond to Iris’ words.

Certainly, I sent Enrique to save the village from the bandits, but Genesis is not foolish enough to tell Enrique to organize a party like that.

Characters who wear masks in fictional works usually don’t involve themselves in parties like this.

If they were to do something like that, it would be more like…enjoying a drink alone at a bar after the incident is over.

“…it can’t be…please tell me this is not happening.”

I muttered so to myself.

This must be a lie, right?

Of course, I intended to lay off Genesis’ mask once and for all after this incident is over, but even so, this is terrible.

I’m starting to lose understanding of the motives behind the character I created—Genesis.

I mean, wearing a mask to hide your identity and then throw such a grand party like this???

Just what in the world Genesis is thinking?

“S-Speaking of which, changing the subject—”

Honestly, I’ve become so confused that I decided to change the topic.

Taking my eyes off the ongoing tragedy in the village, I look at Iris.

At the same time, I’m remembering my original plan

One of my initial plans is to fix Ultos’ bad reputation.

Iris, being a key member of the story, must not have negative feelings towards Ultos.

“……”

I steal a glance at her expression.

“Iris…”

I can’t continue my words.

Iris seems very different from when I met her in the evening, she seems very soft and gentle.

Without her usual bravado, she gives off the impression of a straightforward beauty.

I see.

Come to think of it, Iris is what you might call a strong and confident, tsundere-like heroine, but once she opens up to you, she shows a very girlish side.

In other words, her wearing such a soft and gentle expression means she has opened up to me at least a bit.

Now, what should I talk about—

“…Genesis!”

Iris called out to me loudly.

“Hmm?”

“Well…I’m still lacking in many ways. I have a weak position in my family, I’m still not strong enough, and I have no influence in society. I have nothing. Even someone for like me…”

Iris takes a breath.

“—is it possible for me to become someone like you?”

She said so with a pained expression on her face.

Surely, being the daughter of a concubine, she must have been continuously rejected all this time.

—however.

“Of course, you can.”

I said so casually.

“In fact, you will become much stronger than me.”

“Eh?”

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The reason I said so is because I know.

Iris Webern is not the child of the Baron’s concubine. Her true identity is the descendant of a royal family that was thought to have disappeared.

In other words, she is a really important noble with royal blood running through her veins.

When you go down Iris’ route, she will gradually reveal her qualities and eventually bring down the current corrupted royal family.

By the way, our beloved Scumtos-sensei who constantly harassing and underestimating Iris because she is a baron’s daughter, when her true heritage is revealed, refusing to believe it, he ended up being stripped off his noble status by Iris.

Scumtos-sensei…it’s not my place to say this, but maybe you should’ve paid more attention to the people you harass…

“Do you really mean that? How could you say something like that? Are you just being nice to me—”

Iris’ eyes clouded.

I turn towards her and say,

“Because I am sure of it.”

Unable to say that I got reincarnated into this world, I vaguely said so.

“There will be tough times, but—there’s no night that won’t dawn.”

As I say so, the sky begins to brighten.

“That’s…”

A moment of silence.

“Ahahaha…what’s that? Even though I earnestly asked…”

Iris laughs brightly.

As if unable to contain her laughter,

“It’s strange. We just met today, and I don’t even know your face, yet—your words seem to be looking towards the future confidently.”

“Just saying whatever comes to mind.”

“No.”

Iris shakes her head.

“Even the heart of someone who was trying to kill you was moved. That person named Bard seemed to be having fun at the end.”

Well, that might not be entirely true…

“Well, maybe. Then—I have big expectations of you.”

Since she will join the protagonist’s party to save the world, I would be troubled if she is satisfied with someone like me.

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Then, as I’m about to head towards Haven Village, I suddenly remembered my original purpose.

“What do you think about the legitimate son of the Randall Duke’s family?”

“Oh, you know about that incident as well. Well, it’s not surprising, considering everything you seem to know.”

That’s the kind of person she is.

I prepare myself, thinking what kind of criticism will come out of Iris’ mouth.

However,

“It’s okay. In fact, I’ve become more motivated. Please keep an eye on me.”

…motivated???

However, before I can ask Iris about the true meaning behind that ‘motivated’ statement, she leaves me with a smile on her face.

“I need to find my attacked carriage and the coachman first. I hope they’re safe.”

—well then, until we meet again, Iris Webern. Someday for sure.

“Hmm…”

Left alone, I find myself at a loss for words.

Because the last smile I saw on Iris’ face was so charming, even for someone who dedicates their life to be a mob character like me can’t help but to be captivated by it.

“Main heroines are really amazing.”

I muttered to myself, and then walk towards Hafen Village to confirm its safety.

No, more accurately, I’m heading there to confront Enrique, the mastermind behind this banquet.

Author’s Note:

Iris → Thanks to the masked man’s words, her motivation skyrocketed significantly. Once again, she ignites her fighting spirit within. She vows that one day, she will reunite with the masked man—Genesis.