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 40

Episode 40

As Reem approaches me with determination, I become as cautious as when facing a monster.

Dodging her leap, Reem pouts irritably.

“Is it okay to reveal that Ryō is Lord Reis!?”

“…Well, I’d rather you didn’t.”

“Then it’s an exchange condition. Let me sniff you.”

I hadn’t expected such an exchange condition.

However, unable to escape, I am tightly embraced by Reem.

Pushed down onto the bed, Reem presses her nose against my body like a dog seeking affection.

“…Are you satisfied?”

“Not enough…”

How much longer do I have to endure this…

For now, I speak to her in this state.

“…Could you keep quiet about Ryō being me?”

“…It’s fine, but why…?”

Her tone returns to normal. Perhaps her rampage has calmed down somewhat.

Reem doesn’t seem very composed though.She is still looking ecstatic, with an expression akin to being on some prohibited drug.

“Why? Because I don’t know what my family would say if they found out.”

“If Ryō is you… wouldn’t you be able to easily handle them?”

“I could, but nobles aren’t supposed to do that, right?”

It’s not a world where I can just beat everyone up and become the top.

It’s not like I want that either.

I operate as Ryō for both investment in the future and for my own enjoyment.

I want to continue secretly operating and enjoy hearing rumors about myself spreading everywhere.

“…I see.”

For a moment, she wears a discontented expression, then lets out a satisfied sigh while still smelling my scent.

What’s up with this girl?

She’s completely different from her game character… Come to think of it, there was a scene in the game where Reem hugged and pressed her face against mine.

…Maybe she was enjoying the protagonist’s scent just like she is now.

“If asked to keep quiet, I will.”

“…That’s good.”

“However, as an exchange… I’d like to continue sniffing your scent from now on.”

“…Sure.”

What kind of exchange is that? But if that’s the exchange condition, then I agree.

Having thoroughly enjoyed hugging and smelling my scent, Reem looks completely satisfied.

I’m quite tired, but well, I guess I have no choice but to give up…

Anyway, to fulfill Reem’s request for combat training, I head to the training grounds.

Some people are sparring with swords there, and among them is Inaesia.

She seems enthusiastic as always today.

“Ah, Lord Reis! Good mor… ning.”

Having noticed me, Inaesia’s bright expression immediately fades, and she stares at Reem next to me.

Clearly, she’s unhappy. Her straightforwardness, which is both her strength and weakness, shows on her face immediately.

“Good morning. You seem to be in good spirits today.”

“Are you perhaps… Lord Reis’ fiancée, Reem-sama?”

“Yeah.”

She must have heard it from the servants even though we’ve never met directly.

Inaesia repeats softly, and Reem bows gracefully.

“Nice to meet you, Inaesia-san. I’m Reem, Lord Reis’ fiancée. Nice to meet you.”

“…Nice to meet you too.”

Inaesia seems somewhat displeased, but she still bows her head.

She’s always been the type whose emotions change rapidly, but today she seemed more unhappy than usual.

Then, Reem looks at me.

“May I also participate in training here from now on?”

“Yeah. Feel free to use it whenever an instructor is available.”

“Is it okay for me to be here every day for training?”

“…Yeah, it’s fine.”

Whether it’s me or anyone else using it, my family doesn’t seem to care.

Although I’ve been acting secretly lately, it seems they haven’t noticed at all.

It might not be good that young people in their prime have no interest from their family, but it’s a relief for me.

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