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 84

Episode 84

Even so, everywhere I look, the nobles seem to have unhealthy physiques.

…Well, I guess they must be eating lots of delicious food.

Most of the nobles here agree with my father’s ideas, and from a commoner’s perspective, they’re all worthless.

They must be lining their pockets nicely.

I’ve already started managing last year’s taxes and such on my computer, and the data shows that the taxes collected from the territories are calculated very roughly with many errors.

Well, in a world without calculators, some calculation mistakes are inevitable, but still, the amount is too excessive. They’re probably skimming off the top.

I’m not going to point that out today, but in the future, I’ll have to be stricter. They’ll probably push back, even though they’re the ones in the wrong.

If that happens, there might even be assassination attempts.

Ugh, what a pain.

When a new boss comes in, the whole workplace changes dramatically. The new boss often denies the methods of the previous one to remove their influence.

…I’ve experienced that many times and thought that bosses are usually a hassle, but now that I’m in that position, I see it’s tough for bosses too.

While I was thinking about that, someone else from another house greeted me.

“Lord Reis. I’m Kron Londoria from the Londoria family. Congratulations on your appointment.”

“So you’re Kron. I’ll be counting on you for Aspert City from now on.”

“Yes, leave it to me.”

It was sarcasm, you know? I remembered your name because your calculations had so many errors.

Of course, I won’t scold you here.

Reem and I discussed this beforehand and concluded that it would be better if they realized the situation themselves. Later, I plan to contact all the city administrators at once.

I’ll handle that after tonight’s banquet… but today’s main goal is the Endil family.

While searching for the person I’m looking for, I greet as many people as possible.

I haven’t memorized all the faces yet, so Reem helps me.

It would be nice if they greeted me first, but since my status is higher, it’s often hard for them to approach.

Since today is also a face-to-face meeting, I needed to greet everyone.

Reem, walking beside me, seems in a better mood than usual.

“Reem, do you like places like this?”

“I don’t like them much.”

“But you seem to be enjoying yourself now.”

“This is our first time attending together, right? That’s what I’ve been looking forward to. And it’s different from usual; I get to teach you various things.”

Reem smiles happily as she says this.

…I see.

We’ve talked about wanting to attend together before, and now her wish has come true.

“Oh, Lord Reis! Long time no see!”

A man approached me with a louder voice than the other nobles—I knew him well.

Grilard Rentoria.

He’s the number one person I should be wary of.

Compared to the other nobles, Grilard’s physique is still better, with a sharp look.

However, he’s the one who deceived my father.

We exchanged hugs with smiles. …I never get used to this foreign-style communication.

“I never imagined that the young Lord Reis would take over the house like this.”

“Neither did I. The Rentoria family has taught me many things, and I look forward to your continued guidance.”

…Well, despite deceiving my father, he manages his territory properly.

Compared to other nobles, his territory management is relatively better, so he’s not the top priority for elimination.

However, he is intent on currying favor with the Validor family, either to rise in status himself or to prepare his own puppet in the future.

It’s best to keep him at a moderate distance.

“It’s challenging for you as well, being entrusted with the family at such a young age, just like Lord Roubel.”

“Well, I have many capable people around me. So far, there are no problems.”

He’s probably suggesting that he could teach me various things like he did for Lord Roubel.

“Is that so? If you ever have any troubles, please consult me at any time. I’ll do anything for you and the Validor family.”

“If anything comes up, I’ll rely on you then. But, well, I can’t rely on you for everything like my father did.”

By denying my father, I subtly indicate my rejection of the Rentoria family.

It seems he understands my intent, as the atmosphere changes slightly even though he maintains his smile.

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