The Reincarnated Villainous Noble Still Won't Try His Best! - Chapter 6 : Engagement?

Chapter 6 : Engagement?

I think that humans are creatures that are prone to failure.

Failure is so common in human life that the word ‘Regret’ was invented.

However, if you keep dwelling on one mistake for too long, it can trigger a cascade of other failures.

What I’m trying to say is… it’s normal for people to make a mistake or two. It’s not a big deal.

Lying on my bed, staring listlessly at the ceiling, I came to this lenient conclusion about myself and tried to comprehend the events of yesterday.

It was not my fault. I was stupid enough to play the game half-heartedly. Let’s just blame my poor memory.

Thinking this, I turn over in bed.

I could see the clear blue sky through the window.

“The sky is so clear and beautiful, but my heart is so cloudy. I wish I could go back to the time right after I was reincarnated…”

I couldn’t help but grumble in annoyance.

Despite my laziness, I also have one flaw.

That’s my negative thinking. Basically, I always assume the choices I make will lead to bad outcomes.

Logically, that’s not always the case, but I can’t help but get caught up in pessimistic thoughts.

Even now, the interaction with Princess Lilia yesterday still lingered in my mind.

In truth, I find it tedious to even think about it, but negative thoughts aren’t so easily dismissed.

…Good grief, I’m such a troublesome person.

She’s not someone I’d easily meet anyway, so I shouldn’t be this worried.

“That’s right… She is Her Highness the Third Princess. Even though I’m a duke’s son, it’s not like I’d meet her often! I should stop these pointless thoughts and use my time more constructively.”

Let’s stop thinking aimlessly now.

I am tired because I ran so hard yesterday.

I’m going to spend the entire day in bed. I’ve already made plans for that.

But the plan went to waste when I heard the knock on the door.

“Marius-sama… Her Highness Princess Lilia has arrived. The Duke has instructed me to inform you to get ready and head over to the living room.”

I groaned inwardly thinking how bad my luck was.

Just when I was about to relax, the maid delivered the unfortunate news.

I had a sense this might happen. When I heard the knock on the door, my heart was beating so loudly.

Even though I had a sense of it, I wasn’t prepared. Glancing at the maid who began to prepare quickly, I stared out the window like a dead fish.

Oh, great sky… why are you so blue? Give me a clear heart too…

I was completely escaping reality.

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I changed my clothes and headed to the living room.

My parents were already there, as I could hear lively voices from the other side of the door.

Hearing that made my mood sink even more.

But I couldn’t pretend not to be home anymore. The maid swiftly turned the doorknob.

“Sorry to keep you waiting, Princess Lilia, Father and Mother.”

“Oh, the main character has finally arrived. Come, sit next to Princess Lilia.”

“Alright… then.”

When I entered the room, I saw Princess Lilia, my parents, and several servants.

My father and mother were sitting closely together with a smile plastered on their faces, and across from them was Her Royal Highness, Princess Lilia.

As instructed, I sat down next to her.

“It’s been a while since yesterday, Marius-sama. I am Lilia Twilight. This is our first formal meeting, isn’t it?”

“Y-Yes… Once again, I am Marius Greylord. What brings you to my house today?”

“Of course, I came here because of what happened yesterday. Marius-sama, you ran off when I wanted to thank you…”

She chuckled lightly.

Despite saying I ran off, she seemed to be enjoying herself.

Seriously, what on earth is she here for… the one referred to as the Dark Princess in the game?

“I heard the story from Her Highness, Marius. You found the precious keepsake of the third queen, right? As expected of my son. I’m proud of you!”

“You’re truly a wonderful child. Helping a princess and leaving quietly, just like a prince in a story.”

“It wasn’t that much. It was just a coincidence.”

Please stop…! Don’t praise me too much, Father and Mother!

The more they praised me, the more I felt Princess Lilia’s piercing gaze.

“A coincidence, you say. It must have been fate. A coincidence that I accidentally dropped the pendant, and a coincidence that you found it. Hehehe~!”

“Ara ara~, Princess Lilia doesn’t seem to be completely opposed.”

“Yes, indeed. At that moment, I felt something certain. I have the approval of His Majesty and the Queen. The status of the Greylord Dukedom is impeccable… no, rather, it’s the best possible situation. No one will oppose this.”

“Exactly. It’s a splendid match, the union of the Royal Family and Greylord Dukedom, one of the four great Nobles Families.”

“W-what are you all talking about?”

I had just heard a really disturbing word. I couldn’t help but repeat it.

My father, who looked genuinely pleased, said…

“Yes. The reason why Princess Lilia came here is to discuss your engagement.”

Engagement—?!

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