How to Survive as the Academy’s Villain

Chapter 87

[……With 87% of the total votes, Lady Cecilia Romanoff has been elected as the next student council president.]

“Waaaah!”

“Long live President Cecilia!”

“We did it, we really did it!”

A scene of many students shouting and rejoicing unfolded.

Especially those affiliated with Cecilia’s election campaign were genuinely thrilled, as if they had heard the news of a demon king’s defeat.

And there was one person watching this scene from afar.

“They seem quite happy.”

“Because for them, that victory is almost like a miracle.”

At Vice President Obern’s subdued tone, Princess Francia responded with a vague smile.

“A miracle… that’s a word I’ve heard quite often, isn’t it?”

“Haha, is that so? Ah, well, Lady Cecilia’s side did use that kind of franchise.”

“Anyway, you’ve worked really hard, Obern.”

“No, Princess. It was something I had to do.”

The election campaign was already disbanded, and those under her had scattered.

Only Vice President Obern remained by her side, fulfilling his final duty.

There were also rumors that Rosen Ravenia, who wielded the strongest influence alongside him, had rejoined Lady Cecilia’s camp.

At that moment.

“Pardon me, but may I ask you one thing?”

“What is it?”

“Like everyone else, I still can’t understand. Why did you step down so suddenly?”

Upon Obern’s continued question, Princess Francia quietly closed her mouth.

“…….”

What everyone was most curious about was the reason.

Why did Princess Francia voluntarily withdraw from the student council president candidacy?

Even though she had overwhelming support, and it was evident that the glory would have been hers if she had stayed still.

Was it as the rumors suggested, some kind of deal? Or was it blackmail?

But Princess Francia had declared her withdrawal voluntarily, making it clear that it was her own decision during the announcement.

“Was it because of Kamon, that student?”

“Kamon Vade all of a sudden?”

“Yes, Princess.”

For a moment, Princess Francia’s expression subtly hardened.

It was as if she had heard the name of someone she did not want to hear.

But soon, she shook her head with a faint smile.

“No, it has nothing to do with him. Rather, it’s better to say that he had no influence at all.”

“Is that so?”

“Yes.”

Seeing her respond more firmly than ever, Vice President Obern did not press further.

“…….”

“…….”

In the awkward yet silent atmosphere, Princess Francia had a thought for the first time.

‘Because of Kamon Vade, I gave up the presidency? That’s ridiculous.’

Of course, considering the outward appearance, she could understand why there might be such misunderstandings.

However.

‘I just didn’t want to be someone who received pity from anyone.’

No, aside from that.

What on earth is it about that guy that keeps entangling with me…

“I’m sorry, I think I asked something unnecessary.”

Vice President Obern quickly apologized, sensing the shift in atmosphere, and bowed his head, to which Princess Francia waved her hand.

“No, it’s understandable why you would ask. I just clarified it to prevent any misunderstandings.”

“I see.”

“Yes, my decision has nothing to do with him.”

Though there were certainly parts of this incident for which she was grateful to Kamon Vade.

After all, it was true that she escaped the crisis of the attack thanks to him.

But.

‘I lost consciousness again.’

She had already shown a side she never wanted anyone else to see to that guy twice.

‘I’ve already repaid the debt, haven’t I?’

She felt she had done her duty by giving him the ring she had been wearing.

‘Nothing has changed. He’s still Kamon Vade. I must expel him from here.’

She didn’t want to maintain a long connection with Kamon, who knew her darkest sides.

This time she let it pass, but next time, if given the chance, she would definitely expel him.

* * *

“Damn, this means we’re done for, right?”

“Why the hell did she suddenly step down there…”

Crollin and Mork murmured as they watched Lady Cecilia’s inauguration.

“That bastard Kamon will surely come to kill us.”

“Shouldn’t we strike first?”

Seeing familiar faces among Cecilia’s campaign members, Sol Crensh spoke.

“So, have you finished investigating the people around the Princess?”

“Yes, we’ve confirmed everyone she meets.”

“Isn’t there really something between Kamon and her? I heard the Princess had a private meeting with that bastard recently.”

“What, a private meeting?”

At the new piece of information, Sol Crensh’s eyes sparkled, and he nodded as if he had a good idea.

“Great, good. I don’t know what happened.”

He muttered as if plotting something sinister, and soon firmly spoke to the two.

“We need to meet someone.”

“Huh? Who?”

“Someone who can screw both Princess Francia and Kamon.”

* * *

Bang! Swoosh!

“Phew. Good job, Chelsea. You finished strong.”

“Yeah, you too.”

As usual, Chelsea and Kyle exchanged final words after their sparring session.

“It was quite fun all this time, but it feels a bit empty now that it’s over.”

“Now that the election is over, the campaign is disbanded.”

Clang!

Chelsea responded casually to Kyle’s words while packing her personal belongings.

“I didn’t expect time to pass so quickly. Ah, if we had a few more matches, I might have completely lost? It was really close at the end.”

“…….”

Chelsea shook her head slightly as she listened to Kyle’s regretful chatter and thought to herself.

‘Close…’

Each time their sparring continued, Chelsea felt it.

There was a significant gap in skill between her and Kyle, one that couldn’t be bridged with simple practice and training.

Even when she attacked one-sidedly, Kyle evaded or blocked everything without any difficulty, making Chelsea feel like there was a ‘wall’.

Clack.

As Chelsea finished organizing her personal items and seemed ready to leave.

“Well then, I’ll be…”

“Oh, right. Chelsea, have you seen Kamon?”

“What?”

For a moment, Chelsea stopped what she was doing and glared at Kyle with an incredulous expression.

“Well, when we heard that Kamon was injured, you were really shocked. I saw him coming to see the Princess the other day from a distance, but you didn’t get to see him.”

“What does that have to do with me?”

“Oh, I just thought you might be worried.”

“Worried? About him?”

Annoyed by Kyle’s unnecessary chatter, Chelsea frowned and spoke to him in a cold tone.

“I’m leaving.”

“What? Chelsea, wait. Let’s go together. Hold on a sec…!”

Kyle hurriedly tried to finish packing up, but Chelsea didn’t wait for him and quickly left the training hall.

Tap tap tap!

Leaving the training hall with hurried steps, Chelsea muttered quietly to herself.

“Idiots.”

* * *

“Cheers!”

“Can you believe this? This isn’t a dream, right?!”

“Ah, Lois! Stop fussing and just drink already!”

“Why is everyone in my room, though…?”

Elliot, Lois, and Bren.

All of us had gathered in Bren’s room to celebrate our election victory.

“I really never thought we’d win.”

“I knew we’d win the moment Kamon chose Lady Cecilia. Haha.”

“If the Princess hadn’t withdrawn, we would’ve lost. It was 8:2, after all.”

“Hey, Bren. Be quiet and get some more juice!”

“Alright, alright… Gulp! Gulp!”

I couldn’t help but laugh along with them as I watched the scene.

Everything that had been weighing me down was lifted, and I no longer had anything to worry or fear.

‘The mana problem is solved, and there’s no longer a risk of getting expelled from the academy. Now, I just need to live quietly.’

Wow, keeping that one thing is so hard?

It’s really not easy, not at all.

At that moment, Elliot spoke up.

“Now that Lady Cecilia is the new president, the officers will be reorganized, right?”

“Yes, the student council will be restructured. Since there aren’t many officers, they’ll probably only pick a vice president, a secretary, and an assistant.”

“Oh, so the vice president position is open?”

“What, Elliot? Are you aiming for the vice president position?”

“Hey, don’t get your hopes up. The vice president position has already been decided.”

At this, Lois shook his head and gave Elliot an incredulous look, to which Elliot quickly responded.

“Oh, really? So who’s the vice president?”

“Rosen.”

“What?! But he was with Princess Francia’s campaign.”

“Yeah, why did that happen all of a sudden?”

“Well, that’s something my sister handled, so I don’t know the details. But I heard that Rosen left the Princess’s campaign and joined us at the last minute…”

“Ugh, is this some kind of backroom deal? Well, those positions are usually reserved for high-ranking nobles anyway. But at least the secretary and assistant positions are still open.”

“That’s probably impossible too. The secretary or assistant position will likely go to Kamon.”

“Huh? Kamon?”

“Yeah, me?”

Everyone’s eyes turned to me at Lois’s unexpected statement.

“Isn’t it obvious? Kamon has been leading the campaign strategies. Who else would take that position?”

“Lois has a point. Even if not the vice president, you’re definitely fit for the secretary position.”

“So, does that mean Kamon will be part of the student council?”

At Bren’s question, I shook my head firmly.

“No, I’m not doing it. Why would I take on such a bothersome task?”

“What? You’re refusing? Why? The student council secretary position is still…”

I didn’t know what kind of power they thought the student council had.

But I had no desire to get involved in bothersome tasks.

The only reason I was active this time was that my life depended on it.

If it weren’t for that, I wouldn’t have bothered.

“Even if Lady Cecilia personally came and kneeled to offer me the position, I’d refuse. No way!”

“Then, Kamon, is there a way for you to pass the secretary position to me…?”

“Elliot, please stop with the nonsense.”

“It’s not that nonsensical. I invested money in Lady Cecilia’s campaign too…!”

Elliot was the only one still clinging to his perceived rights.

“Alright, enough. Let’s just keep drinking today. Cheers!”

“Ah, we really need some booze for a celebration!”

“Let’s not ruin the party and just enjoy it. We can have plenty of fun with what we have.”

As we continued our celebration, laughing and chatting,

Thud, thud!

Suddenly, there was a knock on the door.

“Huh? Was someone else supposed to come?”

“No, I don’t think so. Who could it be?”

“Did someone report us for being too loud?”

“What? We already asked for understanding from the neighbors.”

“Wow, you really planned well, Bren!”

“No, it’s not that…”

Thud, thud!

With the knock repeating, Bren, the host, went to the door and opened it without hesitation.

“Yes, who is i—… P-Princess?”

Standing there was the unexpected guest, Princess Francia.

As everyone stared in shock, she began walking towards me.

Click, clack.

“……”

Everyone held their breath, watching her every move. Princess Francia’s voice rang out.

“Kamon, is this your doing?”

Thud!

At the same time, she slapped a poster against my chest.

“What?”

[Kamon Vade – Cecilia Romanoff – Francia Flance: A Love Triangle? Is it true?]

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