I, who was reincarnated as the villain character in a game, was secretly enjoying my role as the villain while pulling off heroic moves behind the scenes. However, my actions were exposed to my fiancée, who absolutely despises me - Episode 17

Episode 17

Returning to the mansion using the teleportation stone, I created a report about the unopened door and submitted it to my family.

“…Hmph, as usual, you’re useless and know nothing,” my father’s irritating words made me frustrated, but I wanted to claim the items I acquired this time, so I just nodded vaguely and returned to my room.

Now then, let’s get to it.

Back in my room, after locking the door, I activated spatial magic.

Then, I dove through the hole connecting my room to the Forest of Rebellion.

…Alright, safe arrival confirmed.

I immediately used spatial magic to equip the items I acquired earlier.

I effortlessly put on the equipment over the clothes I was already wearing.

This is convenient. It’s as easy as changing clothes in a game.

I wonder if the effects of the equipment are properly reflected… Probably fine, I guess?

I feel more comfortable moving my body than usual. Even things like rings have effects when worn.

To conceal myself further, I pull up the hood and head towards the second layer.

When I first visited the Forest of Rebellion, I was lucky enough to reach up to the fifth layer without encountering any monsters, but it’s a common occurrence to get wiped out easily when encountering strong monsters for the first time there.

I also remember when I first played, I was excited to explore the new map but ended up getting wiped out by strong monsters around the third layer without encountering any monsters until then… But now, I have nothing to fear.

Upon reaching the second layer, I immediately start searching for monsters.

I use magic power to search the surroundings and find monsters that are acting alone.

First up is the High Orc.

There are three types of monsters that appear on the second layer, but among them, the High Orc is the weakest.

…There’s one that’s acting with three others.

That’s probably an Ultra Goblin. Since they often act in groups, they’re still opponents I don’t want to fight right now.

After moving around for a while… I found a High Orc.

It has a large, sturdy physique and tough-looking scales on its skin.

Its pointed ears and pig-like nose twitch as it remains alert to its surroundings.

As I observe the boldly dressed High Orc, wearing only a loincloth made of animal skin, I regulate my breathing.

…Now, let’s see how far I can go.

I’ve got my equipment sorted, so I think I’ll be fine… But it’s nerve-wracking.

I don’t plan to use spatial magic in this battle.

I want to save it for escaping if necessary.

Magic power naturally replenishes over time, and I also have magic power recovery potions obtained from the treasure vault earlier, so I’ll be fine in case of emergency, but I don’t plan to use it in a normal battle like this.

I grip both the short sword I’ve been using so far and the Gladius I obtained earlier and approach the High Orc at once.

“Huh!?”

The High Orc notices me as I get close enough for my attack to reach.

…The reason it didn’t notice me until now is probably thanks to the equipment I acquired earlier.

First up, it’s my preemptive strike.

The High Orc shows a surprised expression but swings the club it was holding.

I don’t intend to confront it head-on. While dodging the High Orc’s attacks, I slash at its side.

…Yeah, the sharpness of the Gladius is remarkable.

It’s powerful enough to be used from mid to late game.

Dodging the High Orc’s attacks with agile movements, I unleash a flurry of slashes.

“Gu… Raaargh!”

The High Orc roars angrily and swings its club in a frenzy.

It’s swinging it so carelessly that I might get caught if I get too close.

I feign an approach while waiting for the High Orc’s breathing to become erratic.

Then, at that moment, I dive in all at once.