The Villainess Wants to Indulge in 'Moe' to Her Heart's Content! - Episode 2.6

A heavy thud echoed within her chest, her heart making an unpleasant sound. Letizia pressed both hands against her chest.

“……”

She was at a loss for words, and Selva, noticing her reaction, gave a small, apologetic smile.

“Ah… This wasn’t the kind of conversation I should have brought up in front of a lady. That was thoughtless of me. My apologies.”

Letizia weakly shook her head.

“No… I’m fine…”

“……However……”

“But such dangers are hardly common within this academy,” Rashid interjected, still unconvinced. “I understand your point, but even so, making your master search for you three times in a single week is far too much.”

His dissatisfaction was clear as he continued speaking in a sulky tone.

Selva exhaled softly, glancing briefly at Letizia as if debating whether to say something before returning his gaze to Rashid.

“Nox doesn’t only deal with immediate dangers. He has a strong tendency to eliminate all uncertainties around me. Try not to hold it against him.”

“…Well, he’s not my attendant, so it’s not my place to say much. If you’re fine with it, then so be it. But I don’t like it.”

His frown deepened as he let out a dissatisfied groan. “At the very least, make sure he informs you whenever he leaves your side. No matter the reason, it’s unacceptable to make his master search for him.”

“If he’s truly loyal, then all the more reason! Teach him that causing his master worry is also a transgression!”

It seemed Rashid’s frustration wasn’t so much about Nox’s methods as it was his concern for Selva himself. His words carried the clear intent of wanting Selva to remain at peace—without the burden of unnecessary worry.

Selva must have understood that. His deep, wine-colored eyes softened, and his lips curved into a gentle smile.

“…Heh. I’ll keep that in mind. Truly… Rashid, you really are so straightforward.”

“What? Are you mocking me?”

“Of course not. I was complimenting you. And, believe it or not, I do appreciate it.”

“…Hmph. As long as that’s the case…”

At that moment, the chime of the cathedral bell rang out, echoing across the academy grounds.

Selva murmured, “Ah, the warning bell…” before turning back to Letizia once more.

“I’m sorry for causing such a fuss, Lady Letizia. I know I’m repeating myself, but… are you truly all right? If anything happens, don’t hesitate to reach out, all right?”

“…Yes,” she replied softly.