I, the Villain, Want to Save Myself, But the Yandere Heroines Disagree - Chapter 105

On the other side, after returning to the Imperial Academy, Orson was immediately summoned to Headmaster Luca’s office.

Standing in front of the office, Orson tidied his clothes, then knocked on the door.

“Please come in,” Luca’s voice came from inside the door.

Orson then pushed the door open and saw Luca sitting alone in the office. He was as kindly and benevolent as ever.

“Excuse me,” Orson stood at the doorway, bowed slightly, and then walked into the room.

“Headmaster, what is the purpose of your summon this time?”

“Orson, I heard you were injured outside?” Luca did not immediately state the purpose of summoning Orson, but instead began by asking about Orson’s well-being.

“Mm.”

“Then… does the academy need to arrange a follow-up physical examination for you? After all, the other party might be a force that cannot be underestimated. It’s highly possible they have done something sly to your body, and it’s also reasonable that the mediocre doctors in the Imperial Palace couldn’t find it.”

“That won’t be necessary. I know my body best. I already had an idea if there were any problems at the time I was injured. Look at me now, isn’t my body doing well?” Orson said with a smile.

He could also guess the general purpose of Luca summoning him here.

“That’s good,” Luca heard Orson say he was fine and also felt relieved. With a sigh of relief, he finally prepared to state his purpose.

“It’s like this, Orson. The Academy Council values you greatly and is prepared to give you an observer position. From now on, you can sit behind me and attend the Council meetings. After graduation, you can also become a permanent member of the Imperial Academy Council.”

“If you perform even better during your term as an observer, it is not impossible to be directly promoted to an important member of the Council.”

This condition was truly a shock to Orson.

He naturally knew that Luca was preparing to snatch him away from Antica and the Imperial Family, but he had not expected that the entire Academy Council would show a unanimous willingness.

It should be known that the reason the Imperial Academy has been unparalleled in higher education within the Empire until now, besides the stable support of the Imperial Family, is also inseparable from the establishment of the Council.

The Academy Council gathers the most brilliant minds in this world. Even if one person’s decision has a problem, the others will immediately correct it.

Therefore, even though Luca was the Headmaster, what he could achieve at the Council meetings was quite limited.

His previous agreement to Laina’s admission was a decision made at a Council meeting.

And being able to enter the Imperial Academy Council can be said to be, to some extent, even better than serving the Emperor or a powerful noble.

Not to mention that the Council would also grant Orson the position of permanent member later.

**”Headmaster, are the things you are saying all true?”**

Even someone as composed as Orson couldn’t help but feel a little tempted by such conditions.

It wasn’t that a seat on the Council was better than being a Duke or a minister, but because this was an area that traditional nobles could not reach.

“Of course it’s true,” Luca smiled. “This is the result of our permanent committee meeting’s discussion. If you agree, Orson, we will have a formal vote at the upcoming conference.”

For Luca, this kind of treatment for Orson was only natural.

Leaving aside Orson’s dual Tier 7 strength at a young age, according to Orson’s current talent and the time he had, it was likely that he would become Tier 8 soon, and it was even possible that one of his disciplines had already broken through to Tier 8.

Just considering Orson’s reputation throughout the Empire, incorporating him into the Imperial Academy was extremely worthwhile.

Furthermore, Orson had previously managed the Antica Duchy in an orderly manner and had also performed perfectly in his work in the Student Council. This was sufficient proof that Orson’s abilities were perfect and comprehensive.

Such a person was perfectly suited to be set up as an idol and an example to increase the influence of the Imperial Academy.

Especially now that Orson had clearly given up his right of inheritance, his future was already uncertain. The Imperial Academy naturally had to make an effort to gain him.

Even if Orson did not stay at the Imperial Academy in the end, the Imperial Academy would still retain an honorary title for him, unless some very significant change occurred in the meantime.

Orson lowered his head and thought for a long time. This was also within Luca’s expectations.

This kind of intelligent person would never handle major matters carelessly, nor would they agree rashly and settle for less.

Luca had repeatedly hinted at recruiting Orson both openly and subtly before, which was to give Orson a heads-up. Now, it was to reduce Orson’s concerns even further.

Orson contemplated for a long time, finally raised his head, and looked towards Luca.

“Apologies, Headmaster. Please forgive me for not being able to agree at the moment. I believe that we should discuss the matter of entering the Council after my term in the Student Council has ended.”

“Ah, that’s also true.”

Hearing Orson’s reply, although Luca felt a little regretful, he could accept it.

After all, Orson’s answer was “wait a little longer,” not “I refuse.”

This was already sufficient.

“Then, I look forward to the successful conclusion of this term of the Student Council. At that time, Orson, if you serve two more terms, we will also agree.”

“That’s hard to say,” Orson said this, smiling and shaking his head.

“Let’s discuss future matters in the future. It seems there’s no need to discuss that far ahead now.”

“You’re right. On the contrary, I, an old man, am more impatient than you, a young man,” Luca heard Orson say this and couldn’t help but laugh out loud.

Indeed, he admired Orson’s composure and confidence in the face of change.

…

At night, on a street that had been sealed off, Odysseus stood at the intersection.

Behind him was a group of guards, mostly Tier 6 and 7. On each side stood a Tier 8 captain of the guard, and there were even quite a few hidden guards deployed in the dark.

In this situation, the previous situation would never occur again.

His eyes were fixed on the raging fire burning in the night sky.

That was Milton’s residence.

After Sherlock and Phil found the bizarre sacrificial scene in the basement, the two quickly reported the matter to the security office. The security office naturally did not dare to be negligent and immediately summoned Odysseus.

Subsequently, after making records and preserving the entire scene of the basement at that time with recording magic stones, Odysseus, at the suggestion of Pope Levi, had the residence burned to the ground.

The smell of dust filled the air, making Odysseus frown.

“Captain of the Guard, tell me, did I do wrong?” Odysseus looked at the captain of the guard beside him. “Governing with benevolence for so many years, and what I got in return was cultists holding such wicked worship rituals right under my nose.”

“Your Majesty, you did not do wrong,” the captain of the guard shook his head. “The ones who are wrong are clearly the cultists. They disrespect Hela and are blinded by greed, wanting to gain power from demons.”

“…” This reply was undoubtedly the most appropriate response, but Odysseus was not satisfied. He closed his eyes and shook his head.

According to Levi, this kind of evil sacrifice was to worship an evil god named “Blood Mother.” She was a loser from the chaotic era long ago. Her title and name were not even worthy of being written into historical records.

However, with her fanatical followers, she was permanently recorded by the Church.

“Even the servants of demons can cause this level of trouble for the Empire now. Is the Empire truly going to change?” Odysseus looked at the dust drifting into the distance and sighed helplessly.