Villain Simulator-Chapter 94: Lucky or Unlucky?

『A Noble upholds his commitments to his faithful.』

Therefore, since I had Nobility (A) and had made a promise with Charlotte, who was my shadow and most loyal subordinate, I had to take her shopping.

However, since we were shopping anyway, I made full use of it. I purchased an item I had to buy, and I made Charlotte also buy clothes for Kiara.

This plan filled Charlotte with excitement.

"Master, I always knew you’d one day recognize my impeccable fashion sense. I just didn’t expect it to happen so soon."

Her haughty posture, hands on her waist as she exclaimed, was so comical that it almost made me burst into laughter.

Fortunately, Composure (A) kept me in character. I held back my laughter and focused on purchasing.

Since Charlotte bought clothes for Kiara, their practicality was top-notch.

But their appearance wasn’t any better than a mismatched collection of war soldiers’ uniforms from multiple centuries.

Nonetheless, the clothes were perfect for Kiara.

They were not only practical for her role as a porter, but they were also the first gift she had ever received in her life.

Seeing how much she loved the clothes, I saw no reason to take her happiness away and stop her from enjoying them.

So, I kept quiet about how out of the norm they looked.

With Kiara and Charlotte both having made their purchases, I turned to Kiara.

"Is there anything else you’d like to get? Also, you’re a porter, right? Can you also do butchering for monster cores?"

"No, and y-yes, Lord... I received training for that."

"Good."

I nodded.

"It just so happens that I need a porter. Rest assured, though—I won’t overwork you and let you carry heavy loads. Besides, I’m generous to those who work diligently for me. Your pay will be good. So, are you up for it?"

I inquired, raising my eyebrows.

Kiara clutched the carry bag in her hand nervously, pondering the question seriously.

But eventually, she lifted her head, determination shining in her eyes, and she nodded.

"I will do it."

"Wonderful."

I replied as a slight smile appeared on my face.

Regardless of my reasons for taking Kiara in—whether it was because of her usefulness in the future or simply out of sympathy for her situation—I had no intention to nanny her.

I would not make her a greenhouse flower.

The world was harsh, and she needed to toughen up.

Naturally, I wouldn’t subject her to the same cruelty as others, but I would guide her firmly in the right direction.

She had to understand that she needed to be valuable and that only her own hard work would give her the life of her dreams.

Therefore, after getting her confirmation and fulfilling my promise to Charlotte by having lunch at an Indian restaurant, we set off for another dungeon without hesitation.

*

『Success is the result of relentless pursuit. There is no rest for those who strive to achieve greatness.』

It was a quote I had heard a long time ago, but given my current circumstances, I couldn’t help but recall it.

For me, who knew that a big event was coming soon—in which I had to play a great role and achieve great success—I had no time for rest.

[You have leveled up.]

[...]

[You have cleared the Dungeon.]

One after another, without a moment’s pause, I continued to clear dungeons.

Even though I hadn’t booked these dungeons in advance, I bribed the guards to ensure my leveling spree didn’t stop.

In addition, since I gave Kiara some good tools that were rotting in my system storage, even the process of searching for Monster Cores became too easy.

It wasn’t a massive haul, but it was better than nothing.

[Ding! You have leveled up.]

[You have cleared the Dungeon.]

Once again, another system prompt appeared as I finished the last dungeon of the day.

With my level 50 player stats, I managed to clear four dungeons without Charlotte’s assistance, leveling up from one to twelve in a single day.

However, I hadn’t increased my stats yet and was instead accumulating the free stat points.

My plan was to use them all at once in another dungeon tomorrow to clearly see the difference and make a judgment.

Moreover, I also needed a reason for my actions tomorrow.

Just as I was lost in thought, contemplating, I was interrupted by another system notification, and they continued to appear one after another.

[Ding! You have cleared the Dungeon Crack.]

[Your body has undergone a substantial amount of strenuous activity.]

[Notice: Skill—Rapid Growth (Passive) is in effect.]

[Stats are being increased accordingly...]

[Strength: +1]

[Agility: +1]

[Constitution: +1]

This was the first time the skill [Rapid Growth] had increased my stats since returning from the Quick Instance World, and I noted that its activation was faster than before.

’I knew it.’

Dungeon raids and monster hunting were indeed more effective triggers for the skill than regular training.

’Maybe I should change my training focus to prioritize Intelligence and Mana.’

I briefly considered

However, I ultimately shook my head and dismissed the idea.

With Daisy being my Soul-bounded target, I could always rely on her mana.

My senses and perception relied on both Agility and Intelligence.

But intelligence was enough for the upcoming event.

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Thus, increasing all three physical stats through training was still a more practical approach than focusing on just one.

Nonetheless, as I looked at the increment in my stats, I couldn’t help but nod with a satisfied smile.

"Not bad," I mused aloud.

"What’s ’not bad,’ Master?"

Charlotte asked immediately, being curious as always.

"Nothing important. Let’s go and don’t eavesdrop on your Master."

Replying back casually, I lightly pulled Charlotte’s ears, playfully reprimanding her as she started acting pitifully like a child.

"Ouch! But it was you who said it... Uwaaa—"

"Don’t cry when it didn’t even hurt you. Let’s drop Kiara off and head back home."

"Yippee!!! We’re finally going back home."

Once again, Charlotte was back to her cheerful self in a split second.

’This girl’s really a drama queen.’

I thought, shaking my head.

Following that, we finally left from the dungeon site—first to drop Kiara off.

Naturally, I didn’t send her back to her orphanage but secretly arranged for her to stay at one of my family’s hotels, with Mrs. Thompson as her caretaker for the time being.

My goal wasn’t to brainwash the innocent girl, but rather to ensure her safety in case of emergencies.

The disappearance of the three girls and their supervisor would undoubtedly anger the [Nightingale] guild and the other two guilds.

While the Magic Tower might not directly intervene since it occurred within the Dungeon, they would certainly keep a close eye on the matter and exert pressure.

’Considering that, the formation of a large search party of elite Players is inevitable.’

Therefore, I knew Kiara had to stay in a secure location for the time being, and Mrs. Thompson was the perfect person to have in such a situation.

Having Kiara stay at my house was also not suitable at the moment, as I didn’t want others to become aware of her existence.

’At least, not yet.’

Right as I was contemplating these matters, the [Golden Card] from the Magic Tower in my pocket buzzed, and I received a notification from it.

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[Notice]

To all Apprentice Mages under Tower Mage Roman

—Tower Mage Roman has suddenly reached an important point in his research and is about to have a breakthrough.

Therefore, all his classes will be canceled for at least one week.

Apprentices can still visit the Tower and utilize the facilities available to them.

From the enigmatic one,

~Tower Mage Leto

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Seeing the message on the card, my eyes widened in surprise, and I couldn’t help but exclaim with happiness.

"Ho, ho!"

It was because the news that Tower Mage Roman, responsible for our class, was busy with research and wouldn’t have time for classes was a pleasant surprise.

This meant that the incident involving the three missing girls and their supervisor wouldn’t likely involve the Magic Tower even a bit, as Roman, who was responsible for overseeing us, was busy.

However, looking at this situation going too smoothly for me, suddenly, a nagging thought crept into my mind.

’Aren’t I being too lucky today?’

Being lucky was a good thing, but being excessively fortunate was a concern, especially for someone like me, who had a mere 7 points of luck.

『Great fortune brings greater misfortune.』

The quote suddenly came to my mind, and I felt a chill run down my spine.

In reality, it was just my imagination, as I didn’t feel anything unusual thanks to my Composure (A).

Nonetheless, the possibility of misfortune lingered in the back of my mind, dampening my mood somewhat.

I looked at the half-moon slowly turning into a crescent moon in the sky from my car’s window.

"Six days later. Will it be a new moon?"

I became cautious and lost myself in thoughts until I returned home with Charlotte.

...

It was already past midnight when I got home, and I thought everyone would be fast asleep.

Surprisingly, there was one person waiting for me in the living room.

"Oh, you came. I was waiting for you."