Reborn As Villain's
Chapter 33: The Grief and Frustration of the Ritzia.

At the time Dylan and the others were trying hard to resist the invasion of Horned Wolves that attacked Hage Village.

At the starting line of Trail Running there is a furore. The reason was that the students who had been running back were in a great hurry.

The look of panic and fear was obvious. All of this could happen, as they heard the sound of an explosion and Sampat saw a swarm of Horned Wolves that was about to attack them.

The teachers who understood what was happening, also looked panicked and kept pacing back and forth here to check on the condition of every student present, whether they were injured or not.

Except one guy.

"Loh, loh.... What's this really about?".

Yes, that person is Frey who casually comes while sucking his favorite avocado mix chocolate milkshake.

"This fucker..... Where have you been, asshole?".

Alex who seemed annoyed with Frey's relaxed demeanor immediately came after him. But, Frey did not reply and only showed the Milkshake she was carrying with a smile.

"This motherfucker".

There were a few blue veins on Alex's head. Which signifies aggravation because he knows where Frey is out of.

"Already, already..... So, what's really going on here?".

"Sad... Actually----".

"We came back here because we saw a group of horned wolves that suddenly appeared".

Before Alex can explain, Vanessa pops up and answers a question from Frey.

"Heeeeee...... Can you tell me more details, Princess Vanessa".

"All right, so it's like this".

At Frey's request, Vanessa explains the series of events. Where initially they continue their Trail Running activities with regular.

Then they heard a very loud explosion from somewhere. And after that, one of the students saw that a group of Horned Wolves numbering in the hundreds was approaching.

Because of panic they decided to immediately return to the starting point to save themselves and ask for help from the teachers, considering they were prohibited from carrying Protas during this activity.

During the hearing of the story from Princess Vanessa, Frey continued to pay attention to every word Vanessa said. And the look in her eyes looked very sharply at Vanessa until she was done with the storytelling.

"That's the story, our current situation".

"Hmmm.... Thanks for the comment, Princess".

"Yes, equally.... Then I retreat first.... I have to help my partner who is still panicking".

"Then just do it".

Vanessa leaves soon after she finishes reporting to Frey about what happened. Then Frey's eyes glanced at another collar for a while before he finally returned to speaking.

"...... Alex, has a teacher been sent to investigate the situation?".

"Jason and Olga went to check on him..... Actually, why?".

"Hmmm.... No, there's no....... Yosh, if so.... Let's do our best to help the students who are still panicking".

"Wait a minute, Frey".

Frey, who was about to leave to help the other teachers, was stopped by Alex's call.

"What's wrong?".

"..... All the 1-S students you taught no one has returned, including Princess Ritzia and Princess Sylvia".

"Heeee..... It's a pity then".

"Whoi, Frey!!!".

Alex was provoked by his emotions because he saw Frey's attitude that seemed indifferent to the condition of his students.

"Alexes.... I'm sure you also know how strong they all are, right?.... Even the princess of Rachael Kingdom who only used that healing magic, could kill hundreds of goblins alone..... They won't die that easily.... Just relax.... At best they're having a bonfire party somewhere".

But, Frey immediately gave an answer that immediately made Alex speechless. Just based on that answer, Alex knew that Frey was convinced that Dylan and the others must be fine.

"Then, come on..... We have a lot of work to do..... I don't want my sleeping hours to decrease".

Alex and Frey immediately returned to the students and assisted the other staff.

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Back to Hage Village.

There was no celebration and there was only sorrow felt by the residents of Hage Village.

Many of the victims were injured and the victims died. The fields ready for harvest were destroyed, many livestock were killed. This condition is really very concerning.

The number of injured reached about 175 people and the death toll was 80 people.

That's why Dylan, Awin, Ornest immediately helped the funeral of the dead. Arnold and Garcia help to get rid of the corpse from the horned Wolf.

Meanwhile.

Olivia, Ritzia, Emilia, Claudia, Lafia help some citizens to prepare medicines and some food. Sylvia, now aided by Philaret, was still trying to heal the wounded.

When it's late afternoon.

Everything is done with their own work. Then the head of the Hage Village asked Dylan and the others to immediately gather in the village hall. In the hall, Class 1-S was represented by the Ritzia and the village chief represented the entire citizens, they sat opposite each other.

Well, why is Ritzia the representative and not Dylan. Initially, Dylan was told to become a representative but he refused and had the Ritzia alone as their representative.

"You are the Princess of this Kingdom..... And in a situation like this.... Only you can do it".

Therefore, Ritzia was forced to accept it, even though it was very heavy for her.

"First I say a big thank you to the gentlemen and ladies who have helped us a lot..... Then, introduce my name is Jilk..... I am the head of this Hage village".

Jilk politely lowered his head as a representative of the residents' thanks.

"No, you don't have to bow your head, Mr. Jilk.... It is precisely We who should apologize for coming late".

Hearing Ritzia's reply, Jilk immediately shook his head in a form of disapproval.

"No... In fact, many citizens were saved thanks to your help.... To be honest, I was a little surprised that young people like you came to our aid..... And because you saved our village.... We're really very grateful".

"Then, if we may know the names of gentlemen and ladies?".

"My name is Ritzia Sera Ingrid..... First princess of Ingrid Kingdom and first year student of Estonian Academy".

Hearing who the Ritzia was made everyone there instantly shocked and instantly lowered their heads.

"Sorry top to our draft.....Princess master.... We shouldn't have welcomed the King's Princess like this!!!".

"To-please raise your head and all of you...... N-no need to be that formal with me.... Right now, I am just an ordinary Academy student.... I'd be very happy if you guys acted like before".

The Ritzia frantically requested that Jilk and the citizens there raise their heads and behave as before.

"What's..... That, is it really okay?".

The Ritzia nodded her head as a sign of approval. Seeing that, Jilk and the citizens again nodded their heads and showed a very relieved expression.

"If you may know... How did the princess and her comrades manage to get here?".

"Actually.... The academy where we studied was conducting cross-country running activities.... As we were running we suddenly heard a huge explosion.... And we saw a bunch of horn wolves running here...... Because our distance to the starting point is very far and know there is a village around here..... So we decided to go and help you....... But, we".

Ritzia could not continue the story, it was clear she was clutching her hand tightly in the form of frustration.

"I think.... The princess is not late".

Ritzia immediately raised her bowed head after hearing what Jilk said.

"That time.... It's not just me.... We all began to feel desperate and ready to accept death..... But, in that moment.... The princess and the ladies and gentlemen came to our aid.... Not just repelling a horde of horned Wolves and the giant Minotaur.... You even helped heal the wounded and bury the dead...... We are very grateful that the princess and the ladies and gentlemen have come...... We who are saved are proof that the princess did not come too late.... That's why we say many thanks..... And please accept".

Ritzia and the others could only be silent at how sincere Jilk was and the villagers of Hage expressed their gratitude to them.

"so yeah..... I'm so glad I could help".

The Ritzia herself did not know what to say in response to the thanks from the residents of Hage Village. Therefore, he could only take their gratitude for granted.

Because the day had started to night and it was impossible for them to cross the forest at night.

On the advice of Jilk as the village chief. They were asked to stay and rest there. Having no choice, they accepted the offer happily.

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The clock shows at 22:30 p.m.

Many residents are already in their homes and resting. Similarly, Dylan and the others also began to rest and sleep in their respective rooms that have been prepared by the residents.

Not with the Ritzia.

He could not sleep and continued to feel restless. He changed positions several times. But, all of that did not produce any results. Unable to fall asleep, Ritzia decided to go and walk out of the inn.

The Ritzia steps stop at a small pier adjacent to the river. Sitting there, the Ritzia began to gaze at the night sky decorated with beautiful stars and accompanied by a cold night breeze.

Although he seemed to enjoy the atmosphere, in fact the expression of a sad face was clearly drawn and his mind continued to wander.

As the Ritzia was deep in thought, she came to her senses after hearing the voice of a man she seemed to know.

"Can't sleep, Ritzia?".

"Dylan".

Apparently, the one who greeted the Ritzia was Dylan who now only used black tank top t-shirts and trousers.

"What are you doing here.... You can't sleep either, can you?".

"No, I'm thirsty so I wake up to drink.... And when I wanted to come back, I saw you walking out..... Out of curiosity, so I'll come with you".

"Heeeeee....... I see, yes".

Dylan answered that while sitting next to the Ritzia. There was silence between them, as both of them were busy looking at the beautiful night sky.

"It's not all your fault, Ritzia".

"Eh?".

All of a sudden, Dylan broke the atmosphere so much that it left Ritzia shocked for a moment and immediately turned to look towards Dylan who was still staring at the night sky.

"Without you telling me, I already know what you think and what you feel...... You're frustrated that you can't save everything, right?..... Not to mention, the thanks from the citizens really weigh you a lot, right?...... You don't deserve their gratitude and gratitude..... That's what's frustrating you now".

"Hmphc.... What are you talking about?..... I don't understand it at all".

The Ritzia was trying to deny what Dylan had just concluded regarding his current condition.

"Yes already.... How else to do".

Seeing how stubborn the Ritzia was, Dylan immediately turned around and pointed his back towards the Ritzia. Of course, Dylan's actions caused the Ritzia some confusion.

"You need someone's back as you cry, right?..... Then just use my back..... I promise I won't mock you".

Ritzia was silent for a moment, then she began to stick her forehead on Dylan's back. Then, she slowly began to shed tears and cry out.

"YYYYYY....!!! I AM TRULY A USELESS PRINCESS!!!!! I CANNOT PIN DOWN MY OWN CITIZENS!!!!! I AM A PIECE OF TRASH!!!!! IT IS ONLY NATURAL THAT EVERYONE HATES ME!!!!! I DO NOT HAVE A POLITICAL POWER LIKE VANESSA THAT CAN MOVE MANY PEOPLE THROUGH WORDS ALONE!!!!! BUT, EVEN SO I WISH I COULD PROTECT THE CITIZENS OF INGRID KINGDOM!!!!! THIS IS MY RESPONSIBILITY AS THE KING'S DAUGHTER!!!! BUT, I CAN'T!!!! IN FACT, I CANNOT SAVE THEM ALL!!!!! EVEN SO, THEY STILL GAVE HER THANKS TO ME!!!!! IT WAS REALLY HEAVY FOR ME!!! I FEEL INAPPROPRIATE FOR IT!!!!! NOW I REALIZE!!!! WHAT THE PEOPLE IN THE PALACE SAID WAS INDEED TRUE!!!!! I DO NOT DESERVE TO BE A KING'S DAUGHTER!!! IN FACT, I AM NOT WORTHY TO BE BORN!!!!! UWAAAA......!!!!".

Dylan could only be silent and bowed to hear all the grievances and frustrations that the Ritzia had been feeling all along.

He decided not to speak a word, so that it could at least help ease the burden that Ritzia felt.

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After being satisfied who was crying and complaining, Ritzia and Dylan returned to the inn.

They immediately parted ways and returned to their respective rooms to continue the break.

Arriving at the room he used, Dylan was surprised because suddenly there was a beautiful girl with long peach hair and the same eye color. Her big chest protruded from behind the sexy black lingerie she was wearing.

Anyone who sees it will arouse passion in him. When their eyes met, the girl immediately bowed her body and began to speak.

"Sorry, bother you..... My name is Ariel..... At the request of the village chief and the residents..... I was assigned to "accompanse" you tonight.... As a thank you".

With a slightly quivering tone this girl called Ariel. Revealing the intent of his goal sneaking into Dylan's room.

"Huh?".

Hearing that Dylan reflexes was startled and raised one of his eyebrows as a sign of confusion.

It took him a while to digest what this girl named Ariel said until he finally understood what this all meant.