Chapter 7: Live As New (3)
It's been a month since I came here. In a span of a month, I learned a lot about this world - starting with what timeline I was in right now and to when will the start of the real story. Since I spent my first month already, all I have to do is wait for two months where the story will begin.
5 years from now… It will be the death of everyone including Tania, the owner of this body I reside in. Fortunately, I don't want to repeat what I felt when I died so this time I'll do my best to survive and eliminate those unworthy characters.
For the past month, I trained this frail body for only a sole reason - to level up. Because I need the gem points to increase my stats and skills, only then I can be strong enough to survive in this world. Speaking of which, for the past month I haven't seen Keaton and the Marquess, they didn't even visit me when they heard that I'm no longer mute or when I woke up after being in a coma for 4 days.
"They are pretty obvious…" they don't want to see me, what would I expect from a father who never felt comfortable talking to his children, not even once…?
*dingg!*
♤Notice!♤
You leveled up!
All stats will increase by 1.
1 stamina potion is rewarded.
"Haa…" it's only been three weeks since I started the light training, but still I've passed level 10. It's kinda boring though, cause I can't train with a sword without Marquess's permission, speaking of which, that old man, he's obviously avoiding me.
"Haaa…" All I do is sigh. But this isn't that bad, I get to relax all day, do nothing and just eat. My dream is slowly happening--
"Sis! Didn't you promise me you'll write the fool prince a letter? Let's do that now, I've been waiting for ages…" Vega complained, ahh that… I've been delaying it because of training.
According to the original plot, Tania hasn't seen the Prince's face, but Tania heard news and gossip about him being a gentleman and drop dead handsome so she eventually fell in love, that's why when it comes to the Prince, Tania will ran around to gather the Prince's latest news. And was extremely happy that she asked her father to arranged her engagement to him.
'How annoying…' running around to gossip? That must be the reason why she was in a hurry and fell on the stairs.
"Right. Maybe later, I still need to check something. Don't worry, I'll call for you." I said and she pouted.
*dingg!*
♤Character Status♤
Name
Tania Roa Cavelier
Age
17
Gender
Female
Title
Job
Family
Cavelier Family
Status
Level
11
Next Lvl.
0.005%
⌸• Stats •⌸
Health
59/59
<+1>
Agility
26
<+1>
Stamina
79/79
<+1>
Intelligence
59
<+1>
Magic
-1990
<+1>
Wisdom
39
<+1>
Power
16
<+1>
Luck
17
<+1>
Authority gauge
10%
<+0>
Fame Points
-200
<+0>
Gem Points
8
<+0>
Money
5778 G : 4664 S : 276 C
(Gold : Silver : Copper)
This can't be done. After next month, there will be a dungeon raid happening, and the treasure inside is enormous. I need to get it before the Crown Prince Polestar. But to do that I first need to acquire that sword. It may change the original plot but I don't care, I need to go to the palace immediately.
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I went back to my room and started the planning. There's still a month left before the meeting of Tania and Megastar, but I need to hurry up to get the sword in time. Yes, I'll use the engagement as a reason to visit the palace.
"He…Hehehe…WHAHAHAHAHAA!!" Just imagining it felt so exciting! I'll get the sword for sure.
"M…miss? Are y-you al…right?" Lora wiped her sweat immediately after hearing me laugh like a mad man. I smirked at her reaction and confidently answered.
"Absolutely better."
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'Dear Prince Megastar Estan Roscendev,
Please heed my words on this letter just this once, so you can enjoy your whole life again without worrying about your marriage. I, as your fiancée, saying that you are now free to do whatever you want for I am now proposing our engagement to be cancelled. Please send me a reply immediately as soon as you receive this letter, if not, I will personally visit the palace for this matter, thank you for your time.
Sincerely,
Tania Roa Cavelier.'
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"How was it?" I smirk at the sight of Vega who was watching me write beautifully.
"You will really send this to the Prince? Aren't you afraid?" Her eyes are wide open hahaha how cute~ "And your handwriting seems to change too, it's more beautiful than before." She pointed at the memo pad that has an elementary level of handwriting.
Ugh. That's original Tania's handwritten.
"What should I be afraid of? If I do not succeed then I must borrow someone's skill of scheming and planning" I looked at her knowingly
I know she knew who was I'm talking about. The best for scheming and planning evil.
"Why do I feel like you haven't forgotten everything? Or maybe you just know me too well, fine then, I'll help you. For the sake of beating and chasing away that Prince." She gave up, but still has a grin on her lips, I bet she already created a plan beforehand. As expected of this brat.
-*-
Eclipsorian Territory.
A man in a cloak kneeled before the man sitting on his throne. He was sweating but pulled out his courage to report something.
"Lord, a human male was spotted near our border. He was unconscious and was brought over by young master Kaizen." I closed his eyes in nervousness, waiting for the Lord to dismiss him.
"Why the need to report one insignificant prey to me? What good about that human?" The cold and deep enigmatic voice asked, the kneeling man felt chills down his spine.
"T-the man was wearing an unusual attire… and none of his things can be found on this continent. On top of that, his blood smells sweeter than any other humans, we assume he is from another race or a hybrid."
"A hybrid, you say?" The lord repeatedly tapped his fingernails on the throne. "Then that's precious food. Search the area where you found that hybrid, there's a high chance their kinds are still lurking trying to find the missing man. For now, lock up that human and don't let him starve. We need to increase the number of livestocks after you find a female one."
"As you command, my Lord." The man stood up and then left.
From the shadow, another man appeared at the gesture of the lord. He was masked like an assassin, but in truth it was just a guard similar to Cartania's Shadow Guards.
"Tell Heines to guard the hybrid's cell, and watch Berias' every move."
'… I don't know what's running on his mind.'
-*-
TANIA
"Sis, why are we suddenly visiting the Renascente House? Do you know someone here?" Vega wondered
"Yes... I somewhat remembered something after waking up earlier, it's about the second daughter of the house." I reopen the window that pop out in the middle of the night last night.
*dingg!*
♤Emergency Quest Alert 1!♤
Rescue the little Dark Ruler of Renascente, the adult will try to sacrifice her tomorrow at noon, quick before she wither.
Quest Reward :
Quest Failure :
Remaining Time :
The little Dark Ruler's Trust, [???]
Trauma of little Dark Ruler's spirit
00d:5h:23m:41s
I spent the whole night gathering information from the book, thank god, there's few lines regarding the Dark Ruler.
'Little Nathalie I promise, I'll save you too. But for now, I need to see you.'
She has the second most bitter ending, second only to Melancholy Reginlief.
"Welcome Lady Tania and Lady Vega, please come in." We were welcomed by a group of maids, butlers and the three members of the family. Viscount and Viscountess Renascente and their daughter, Lady Denzelle Gila Renascente. They led us inside and as expected, they all looked nervous and they're hiding Nathalie.
"Thank you for the warm welcome from your family, Viscount Renascente. I brought gifts as a thank you for your approval for me to visit your house." I politely said. And instructed the maids to bring the presents.
"We are honored, Lady Tania. Ask for whatever you like and we will do our best to satisfy your needs." The Viscountess stated.
This family stinks of greed and ambitions... It makes me sick just seeing their faces.
"Umm... I'd like to invite both Lady Denzelle and Lady Nathalie to my sister's birthday party, it was just a small gathering between nobles so I hope you can come. Among the gifts, I have provided both ladies dresses to match the theme of the party. Right Vega?" I nudge Vega's arm lightly to stay focused, her eyes are wandering somewhere.
*dingg!*
♤Skill Activation♤
Lie Detector Lvl. 1 activated.
By activating the Lie Detector Lvl. 1, you can freely used 20x Truths from someone who is lying. You can only detect lie but not truth after using up 20 truths.
"But about our second daughter, Nathalie, I'm afraid she won't be able to come... she is a sickly child and has a mental problem. If it's okay, only Denzelle could come." The Viscount nervously stated and Denzelle had a proud smile plastered on her face.
*dingg!*
♤ALERT!♤
LIE DETECTED!
Truth:
She isn't sickly nor has a mental problem.
"No. I don't agree... I don't want someone to miss my birthday when I already made a list of guests. My goal is to invite them all, no one is excused." I secretly smiled at Vega's acting. The faces of the Renascente Family are priceless. It's funny that they are practically lying in my face…
"If my sister already made a decision, she won't change it. I'm sorry, but maybe there's still another way to let Lady Nathalie attend. Lady Denzelle will be present, so maybe she could take care of her sister during the party, right?" I look at Denzelle, who's now on the verge of exploding.
"NO!" She unexpectedly yelled that almost made us jump in surprise.
"What? You don't look like you want to take care of your little sister, Lady Denzelle…" I asked in a frown. The Viscount and Viscountess were also shocked by their BELOVED daughter's sudden outburst. Denzelle was now sweating and red in anger but chose to hold herself up.
"I-I mean.... No, …no way I won't agree, of course I'm looking forward to Lady Vega's birthday. And I'm glad to have us sisters celebrate it with you. Sorry, I just got a little excited, please pardon my behavior." Denzelle stated, trying to hide her displeasure. Welp, in any case, she doesn't know how to hide her emotions.
*dingg!*
♤ALERT!♤
LIE DETECTED!
Truth:
Doesn't agree to take care of her sister. She's not happy to celebrate Vega’s birthday with her sister.
"Oh well, now it's settled." I stood up and smiled at Vega, "Vega, show them your gratitude. Two lovely ladies like them will probably celebrate your birthday with us." Vega seemed to get my message and obeyed me.
"Thank you, Lady Denzelle, Viscount and Viscountess." Vega gracefully thanked them with politeness. Her etiquette lessons are quite great. I'm proud!
"No worries, Lady Vega. You are always welcome." Lady Denzelle mirrored Vega's grace... tsk. That look on her parents face we're proud too… But I'll make sure to wipe those expressions of yours someday.
*dingg!*
♤ALERT!♤
LIE DETECTED!
Truth:
Everyone is worried that you'll find out the truth. It's a huge problem for them.
You are not welcome.
These fuckers! I really want to punch these bastards… they're shameless. It's their lucky day since my goal is to see Nathalie's condition.
"Where's Lady Nathalie? May we see her please?" Their reactions turned sour at the mentioned name.
They must be thinking of some excuses to not let us see her... after all, I expect Nathalie's state right now is not presentable and out of character for the house.
"Nathalie is sickly, so she never goes out of her room. I'm afraid she won't come to see you today--" I didn't let the Viscount finished what he will about to say.
*dingg!*
♤ALERT!♤
LIE DETECTED!
Truth:
She isn't sickly. She's locked up in the attic.
Grrr… Should I struggle these fuckers to death? No, no, keep calm. I breathed deeply to restrain myself.
"Then we'll go to her and visit. I know it's so sudden but I really want to meet her right now. I'm looking forward to how adorable and cute she is... I can't wait for the party just to meet her." I made my tone sound excited and so they couldn't refuse my request. I waited for a minute after the three heads of the family looked at each other.
"...If you insist, Lady Tania, I'll go and prepare Nathalie for your visit. Wait here for a moment." The Viscountess sounds concerned and gentle. If I don't know better, I might be tricked by her words.
Deep in my thoughts, I can't help but to dance... It was a success! In the original book, nothing like this had ever happened. Yeah, I'm going to revise it! Let's destroy the original story, not a bad plan, right?
After a while of waiting, the maid came and guided us to Nathalie's supposed room. The look on Denzelle's and the Viscount's faces were nervous. Surely, they never thought I would insist on seeing Nathalie that they never predicted.
"Here is Lady Nathalie's room, Ladies." The maid announced our arrival, then we heard a soft voice coming from the inside.
"P-Please come in."