Otome Game Mob Villain

Chapter 151

"I have memories of a previous life...!!"

"...Huh?"

Everyone had been listening to my story with slightly tense expressions, but my unexpected words left them dumbfounded. Chris, as if representing the group, hesitantly spoke up.

"P-previous life memories?"

"Yeah, I know it's hard to believe, but it's true."

I carefully explained to everyone present, from the time I gained my previous life memories to the circumstances that led me to where I am now.

I also told them that in my previous life, I had experienced this world through something like a "simulated experience."

Everyone listened in silence with indescribable expressions.

When my explanation ended, silence fell over the room.

At that moment, Father also spoke to everyone.

"It's understandable that you're surprised by this sudden revelation. Even I doubted my ears when I first heard it. But many of Ridd's knowledge and actions make sense when you consider it this way. I haven't heard the details either, but it seems the world of his previous life memories has many cultures different from ours... Isn't that right, Ridd?"

"Well... that's right. However, while 'different culture' isn't wrong, I should add that it's also 'more advanced civilization.'"

Father added this to lend credibility, then turned to me for confirmation.

I noticed Sandra and Ellen's expressions shift slightly at my words.

Sandra quietly raised her hand.

"Sandra, what is it?"

"...Lord Ridd, honestly, I find this hard to believe, but I'd very much like to hear about this 'advanced civilization' from your previous life memories."

"I-I want to hear too!!"

"I want to hear too!!"

Ellen and Alex chimed in, following her lead.

All three had eyes sparkling with keen interest.

Chris and Diana, though not as intense as the three, also seemed intrigued.

I thought for a moment, then spoke deliberately.

"...Alright. But I can't tell you everything, so I'll only share a little here."

"Yes, please do."

Looking around at everyone nodding in response to Sandra, I began explaining the civilization I knew from my previous life.

Sandra, Ellen, and Alex, in particular, showed great interest in my story, their eyes sparkling more as they listened.

Eventually, it turned into a Q&A session where I answered their questions. After they'd asked most of their questions, the three muttered with impressed expressions.

"Hmm, while the 'absence of magic' is unacceptable, it's certainly an interesting world."

"...From what Lord Ridd has said, I do think it's a considerably more developed civilization than ours."

"Phew... Is that enough questions?"

There were more questions from the three than I expected, making it quite taxing, but I answered what I could.

After finishing my explanations, I looked around at everyone, and Chris quietly raised her hand.

"Lord Ridd, may I ask something?"

"Yes, what concerns you, Chris?"

"Rather than concern, I'd like to ask what you intend to do with this knowledge and why you told us."

At her question, everyone's expressions shifted slightly again.

Their eyes held a mixture of unease and curiosity.

I took a deep breath, then smiled as I looked at everyone.

"...Nothing's going to change. I still intend to use this knowledge to help Mother and develop the territory. But since the scale of what I'm planning will grow from now on, I wanted to share this information with all of you who will be helping me."

Yes, what I'm planning to do from now on is to use my previous life knowledge alongside magic to develop the territory.

I haven't told anyone, including Father, about the possibility that I might eventually be "condemned."

I believe that everyone here, having been involved with me, might face consequences in the future.

If that's the case, then I just need to gain enough "power" to protect everyone.

But there are limits to what I can achieve with my power alone.

So, I plan to develop the territory with everyone's help and gain the "power to protect."

Upon hearing my words, Chris looked relieved.

"I understand. I don't know how much help I can be, but I'll cooperate as much as possible."

"...!! Thank you, Chris!!"

Watching our exchange, everyone nodded and spoke.

"We'll naturally cooperate!! And we definitely want to learn more from Lord Ridd's knowledge!!"

"Me as well. I'm particularly excited to see what happens when we combine magic with Lord Ridd's knowledge."

"As Lord Ridd's attendant, I merely follow."

My eyes grew moist, overwhelmed with joy at everyone's words.

To be honest, I was terribly anxious about whether everyone would accept me.

Father had accepted me, but what about the others?

At first, I was on edge wondering if anyone would leave the room.

I worried about what would happen if someone left.

But everyone believed my story. I was so happy that my eyes naturally grew warm.

Startled, I wiped my eyes.

"Everyone, thank you!! Once again, I look forward to working with you from now on!!"

Everyone seemed to be smiling as they watched me, but Sandra grinned slyly.

"So, Lord Ridd, what exactly do you intend to do from now on?"

"Oh, about that..."

Following Sandra's question, I carefully explained what I was planning for the future.

Since this was the first time discussing this matter, even Father seemed surprised, listening with astonishment.

When I finished speaking, everyone was dumbfounded, their eyes wide.

Among them, Father spoke to me in exasperation.

"Ridd... I haven't heard anything about this."

"Yes, because I just mentioned it now..."

Upon hearing my words, Father put a hand to his forehead, let out a small "Haa..." sigh, and looked down.

Seeing this, Sandra, Ellen, and Alex perked up, eyes sparkling with excitement.

"Lord Ridd!! Let's do it!! We'll learn from your knowledge and definitely make it!!"

"Excellent. Combining unknown knowledge with magic... this stimulates my research enthusiasm...!!"

Glancing at Sandra and the others, Chris shrugged her shoulders but looked at me intensely and spoke.

"I never imagined I'd encounter such an opportunity before coming to Baldia territory. I'll do my utmost to gather whatever everyone needs."

"Everyone, thank you!! Once again, I look forward to working with you!!"

After that, we continued discussing our future plans.