Recollections
 

“Ah, there’s nothing like a hot spring… it really soothes the soul.”
 
Right now, I’m soaking in the hot spring at the guesthouse in Renalute. Later, I’m supposed to visit Princess Farah’s chambers, so I came here first to freshen up and wash away the sweat from my sleep. I can’t stay in for too long, but even a brief soak is enough to ease the fatigue from yesterday.
 
“Still, so much has happened… more than I ever imagined.”
 
I muttered to myself, not directing the words to anyone in particular. It’s true—while I may be relaxing in … Read the rest

Nikīku and Marein
 

The story goes back a few months before Rid visited Renalute…
 
On that day, a well-dressed dark elf and men who seemed to be his guards visited an apothecary’s shop a short distance from the town. They opened the shop’s door and noisily entered inside. When they found a dark elf compounding medicines in the back room, the well-dressed dark elf called out to him.
 
“Nikīku, how about it? Are you ready to work for me yet?”
 
“…Don’t be ridiculous, Marein. Who would willingly work under you?”
 
“Haha, you’re as feisty as ever.”
 
The dark elf … Read the rest

Afterword
 

Hello everyone. This is the author, MIZUNA. First of all, I’d like to sincerely thank you for picking up “I Reincarnated As A Mob Villain In An Otome Game I Was Bashing Away At, But I’m Gonna Live Straight Because I Don’t Wanna Be Condemned ” I’d like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude to everyone involved in publishing this work. To TO Books, my editor H-san, the illustrator Ruki-san who drew such wonderful pictures, all the people who supported me online, and everyone who picked up this book – thank you so much.
 
Recently, … Read the rest

“I hope I’m not being presumptuous, but I want you to share those feelings with me. I am here as your wife, Reiner. Please, don’t bear this burden alone, talk to me… Do you know how worried I was about you when there was no reply to the letter? Please, Reiner, don’t shoulder everything by yourself…”
 
She gently wove her words and softly pulled Reiner’s head into her chest. Then, she warmly embraced him with a loving hug. At that moment, various emotions within Reiner began to overflow.
 
Nunnaly, without hesitation, accepted all of Reiner’s overflowing emotions with … Read the rest

The bodies of Esther and his wife had already been processed, and the burial was complete. However, the funeral had been postponed because various procedures needed to be handled urgently.
 
The funeral for Esther and his wife, held in the Baldia territory, was attended by nobles who had admired Esther, and among the noble attendees, Arwin and Berlutti were also present.
 
The funeral was conducted in a solemn atmosphere. After the funeral, as the attendees were leaving, Arwin and Berlutti offered words of condolence to Reiner, but his heart remained heavy.
 
After the funeral, when everyone had … Read the rest

 
The deaths of Esther, Trett, and Vice Commander Gregory were confirmed near the carriage of the inspection team that the couple had been riding in.
 
Esther had stab wounds all over his body. There were also parts where arrows and spear tips were still stuck, suggesting that an intense battle had taken place.
 
Trett had her throat cut by something sharp and had died beside Esther.
 
Vice Commander Gregory also showed stab wounds, arrows, and spear tips, and had died with his back against the carriage wheel. However, his hand was still firmly gripping his sword, suggesting he had tried … Read the rest

 
“…Marquis Berlutti, it’s been a while. Today, I have some personal matters to attend to, so I’m leaving early. If you have business with Crown Prince Arwin, I believe he’s in his office now.”
 
Reiner bowed slightly and then answered politely and courteously. The person who had spoken to him was “Marquis Jean-Paul Berlutti”. The Jean-Paul family is one of the influential and long-established noble families in the Magnolia Empire.
 
Known not only for his political acumen but also for his good character, Berlutti is renowned as a person of integrity. Berlutti, seeming to sense something in … Read the rest

It seems the journey from Baldia territory to the imperial capital was really enjoyable. As a result, she had apparently asked to accompany Esther on his inspection of the border area. Esther initially refused, but in the end, he gave in to Trett’s wishes.
 
Reiner felt a twinge of anxiety and sighed with an exasperated expression.
 
“Sigh… Father won’t admit it, but he’s always had a soft spot for Mother.”
 
After finishing Trett’s letter, Reiner took out another letter from Esther.
 
He opened the seal and scanned its contents. It was about an inspection to be … Read the rest

Newly written Side Story: The Beginning of the Tale The Meeting of [Reiner Baldia] and [Nunnaly Ronamis] – Part 2
 

 
“Mmm… Ah, morning already… Ugh, a headache. I drank too much yesterday…”
 
That morning, Reiner woke up in his room at the Baldia mansion in the imperial capital of Magnolia, struck by a severe hangover. However, the hangover that assailed Reiner was due to the fateful events that had occurred the day before, and despite the headache, he didn’t feel bad about it.
 
“Heh… To think that the young lady from that time would become my … Read the rest

Newly Written Side Story: [Monster] of the Magical Forest 2
 

 
Recently, a strange pairing has been observed in the magical forest of Renalute. It’s said that a powerful monster, the [Shadow Cougar], which usually doesn’t form groups, has paired up with the weakest monster, a [Slime]. Even from afar, their close relationship has led to rumors that they might be mates or a married couple. Curious adventurers have begun secretly flocking to catch a glimpse of them, making the pair somewhat popular.
 
However, as is often the case in this world, there are those who see such … Read the rest