Chapter 1283

<Chapter 1283> 1283. Reincarnation Ring and the Plum Sword Master at the Baroque House

After dinner, I received another report from Yuria about Kyle.

Currently, Kyle is living outside the Plucrus mansion, on the outskirts of the city. I sent him there. Of course, it wasn’t forced exile or anything dramatic like that. Officially, he’s laying the groundwork for establishing the Huashan Sect before its official founding. A few knights, soldiers, and commoners who wish to learn Huashan martial arts are training under Kyle. This was only possible because the war has temporarily settled into a lull.

And while he’s there, I’ve secretly installed surveillance cameras in his building *and* planted someone to keep an eye on him. Every move Kyle makes is right in the palm of my hand.

“Kyle met someone?”

It couldn’t be one of the nobles trying to scheme behind my back. Given Kyle’s personality, any lingering attachment to the Plucrus viscount title must’ve been completely erased by now.

If Kyle is up to something suspicious… well, I’ve already considered sending him straight to the battlefield.

“Yes. He met a woman who recently evacuated to the city. It seems they bumped into each other while walking.”

I frowned deeply.

Kyle’s life has already been carefully planned out by me. He will marry his fiancée, Berien Fright, and spend the rest of his days running the Huashan Sect, cultivating new talent.

“A woman, huh? What kind of woman? Some gold-digger intentionally approaching that armless idiot Kyle… trying to flip her life using his wealth?”

“That doesn’t seem to be the case. Her name is Silli Jefnik.”

“Silli…!”

I was shocked by the unexpected name.

In the original story where Kyle is the protagonist, there are a total of five heroines.

Princess Amy of the Rafelli Kingdom, the elf Noe Elnoa, adventurer Claudia, academy classmate Sharonelle… and finally, Silli Jefnik, the fifth heroine who appears near the end of the original story.

Silli shows up in the original timeline before Kyle reaches the Grand Aura Master level. She’s a village girl who takes care of Kyle after he loses his powers for mysterious reasons. And naturally, as a heroine, her beauty isn’t something you can overlook just because she’s from a rural area—it’s outstanding.

“What’s she doing here?”

“It seems she evacuated to the city to escape the war. Once it ends, she’ll probably return to her hometown.”

“…So you’re saying Kyle and Silli are… flirting?”

“I don’t think it’s gone that far. They just met today.”

“No way. If it’s Kyle, he’s already aware of her. In the original story, he noticed her the moment he saw her.”

If I leave things as they are, it’s obvious what will happen between Silli and Kyle. I need to intervene before any trouble starts.

“Hmm, you seem troubled. How about bringing her to Tevra’s house and hiring her as a maid?”

“That’s too easy. Bribe her family with money or benefits, and there’s no way they’d refuse. But right now, Silli’s just a villager who fled to the city. Still… that would make things too boring.”

Yuria and I began devising a plan together.

The next morning, without any attendants, I left the mansion…


I stepped out into the city.

This city, which should’ve been bustling with energy, was eerily quiet—thanks to the war. The streets were filled mostly with women and elderly men; the young ones had been drafted into the army like some kind of dark anime trope.

As I moved from the city center toward the outskirts, the clothing of the commoners grew simpler, and their presence felt sparser, like they were fading pixels in a low-res game.

Reaching the outskirts, I saw people hustling about. Some were hammering leather while others tilled the fields—a sight straight out of a farming sim.

I gazed at a wooden structure next to the farmland. It looked hastily built, with a sign hanging that read “Hua Mountain Sect.” Focusing my Spirit (Concept), I could hear the shouts of a man training inside. He was clearly giving it his all!

After staring at the Hua Mountain Sect building for a while, I turned and headed toward where refugees had gathered.

The atmosphere here was even more depressing than in the city center. And just like before, there wasn’t a single young man in sight.

When I entered, wary eyes immediately locked onto me. Probably because I was wearing noble attire, looking way too opulent for this ragtag group.

Soon enough, a bunch of people came rushing over, panting like they’d just sprinted through an obstacle course. At the center was an old man with snow-white hair.

He was dressed better than anyone else here.

“H-Honorable Count Frucos! What brings you to such a humble place? If it’s taxes, we already paid them last week to the collector! I even have the receipt!”

“Taxes aren’t why I’m here. Are you the representative here?”

“I… yes, I represent these refugees. My name is Tom Flon, former village chief of Chirelle.”

“Tom. Recently, I inherited the title of count.”

“Yes! Yes! I’ve heard the news. Congratulations, my lord!”

“Normally, I’d throw a festival and distribute meat and wine to the villagers… but as you know, we’re in the middle of a war.”

“My lord! We harbor no complaints whatsoever!”

“I understand that. Still, thinking about my people makes me uneasy. Especially you refugees—it fills me with guilt. That’s why I’ve decided to use my personal funds to provide food aid to the refugees.”

“…Food aid, you say? Might I ask how much?”

Tom, who had been bowing, suddenly snapped his head up. His eyes sparkled brighter than any anime protagonist’s during a climactic moment. The surrounding refugees mirrored his reaction.

“Tom, how dire is the food situation here?”

“To be honest… we desperately need help. Many can’t even afford one meal a day.”

I summoned a large box from my inventory. Inside were heaps of vegetables and meat.

“Here’s some food. This should last about a week, right?”

“The refugees are numerous… this amount will likely vanish within a day. A-Ah! Not that I’m asking for more, Count! Even this much food is something we deeply appreciate! Thank you! Thank you! Long live Count Frucos!”

Tom and the other commoners dropped to their knees, shouting praises louder than any battle cry in an action anime. Their antics were starting to irritate me, but I maintained my composure and waved at them.

“Enough. I didn’t bring food to receive your praise. I simply wish to fulfill my duty as Count Frucos.”

“Amazing… truly amazing, Count Frucos!”

Tom looked at me with admiration so intense it could power a small nation. Whether it was genuine or not didn’t matter to me.

“I want to inspect your current situation by taking a look around. Is that alright?”

“Of course! I’ll guide you myself!”

“You handle distributing the food.”

“I’ll send my son then…”

“I can manage on my own.”


“Are you implying that I’m so stupid I can’t even find the road?”

“Gi, Absolutely not!”

As Tom vehemently denied it and the refugees distracted by food moved away, I walked through the refugee village. The shacks were all crammed together, making it quite chaotic. You could also see unsightly piles of garbage on the streets.

‘To think a filthy village like this exists in my territory… If it were up to me, I’d tear it all down.’

Arriving at where a large tree stood, I looked around. There were shack-houses and fields in view. In the fields, several women were working. One woman caught my eye; she had long braided brown hair and wore a headscarf. She was a young maiden with a voluptuous chest and hips.

“Sili Jefmik. So, you’re the last fifth heroine.”

I crossed my arms in the shade and observed her. She was undoubtedly exceptionally beautiful for a commoner. If properly adorned, even a noble lady would pale in comparison to her.

After finishing her morning field work, Sili headed to the well with a bucket. Her mother, who had worked the fields with her, went home. I followed Sili.

Fortunately, there was no one at the well. After gauging the timing, I quietly approached her and spoke.

“Are you one of the refugees living here?”

“Kyaaack?!”

Startled by my sudden appearance, Sili jumped back. The bucket she held with both hands fell, splashing water all over me.

My clothes were drenched. Sili turned pale and trembled, realizing I was a noble.

“Forgive me! I, I was startled… I don’t know what to do…”

Sili fidgeted and flailed her hands. As a noble, I couldn’t be touched carelessly. Slowly, I shook off the water from my clothes.

Thud.

Sili knelt on the ground, bowing deeply. Her bosom, as big as a cow’s udder, jiggled wildly. Seeing her up close was indeed overwhelming.

‘Just as in the original story, she has the biggest chest among the five heroines.’

Not only her chest, but her hips were also ample.

“Stand up. I won’t hold you accountable for this incident. Truthfully, it’s partly my fault for startling you.”

“B-but I’ve soaked a noble sir…”

“It was rather hot anyway. This feels refreshing.”

“Hiiik… Forgive me!”

Sili squeezed her eyes shut and bowed her head. I sighed and approached her, grabbing her arm and forcibly pulling her up.

Her upper body barely moved, yet her breasts swayed dramatically.

Our eyes met. For a moment, we silently stared at each other.

Under her headscarf, her face was revealed. Her smooth white skin, delicate jawline, large eyes with slightly downturned corners gave her a soft and innocent look. Moreover, she exuded a strong sense of maternal love.

“…I am Eugene Fruckas, Baron. I recently inherited my title from my father.”

“Y-you’re the lord?! I’ve committed a grave offense…”

“I’ve already forgiven you. No need to tremble so much. What’s your name?”

“Sili Jefnik…”

“Jefnik…?”

I let go of her. I had no intention of forcing myself on her.

“So, Sili. If others see me in these wet clothes, my honor might be tarnished. I want to dry my clothes… Do you know any place out of sight from prying eyes?”

“A… Well…”

Sili hesitated before speaking.

“There’s no place out of sight except for our home… If it’s alright with you, you could come to my house to dry your clothes… Would that be too rude, my lord?”

“Not at all. While my clothes dry, I’ll impose upon you.”