I Was Reincarnated as a Villainous Noble Who Gets Killed Midway Through the Story but It Looks Like I’ll Be Executed as a Traitor if I Try to Do Good Deeds

16: Towards the Future

I spent my days being taken care of by the maids, training with my masters, and socializing with my sisters and brothers. I’m careful not to ruin my relationships, so I’m being cautious.

In the midst of all this, I was training alone in my room when I heard a knock. I responded, and the door opened.

“Rex-sama, you have an important message from your father.”

“It seems we’re all being gathered.”

Aria and Wes guided me to a spacious room, which was part of my own home, but I didn’t know it well. I should take this opportunity to get to know it better.

Anyway, I was led to the stage with my parents, and in front of us was a large crowd of people. There were people I knew and people I didn’t. Most of the people in the house were gathered there.

First, my father stepped forward and began to speak confidently.

“Everyone, thank you for gathering here today. We have decided to make Rex, who has awakened to dark magic, the next head of the family. Rex will make a great leader.”

It was like a bolt of lightning on a clear day. No, it was too sudden. They decided without even consulting me. It’s a terrifying conversation. But is it convenient for me? If I become the head, I might be able to guide the house in a better direction. No, that’s not it. If I become the next head, I might be able to do something about it.

Anyway, I’m really surprised. I mean, can’t you at least prepare me mentally?

“Rex-chan, please say something as the head.”

My mother urged me on. I was suddenly told to become the head, and I didn’t have any words prepared. Well, I have no choice. I’ll just say something normal, like usual. I mean, I can’t think of anything else. Why didn’t I prepare anything? It’s ridiculous.

But the conversation is progressing, so I can’t just stay silent. If I disappoint my parents, my life will be in danger. I wanted to take a deep breath, but I had to endure and put on a confident face.

“I hereby declare that during my term, the Black family will achieve unparalleled development. To achieve this, I will use any means necessary.”

Well, it’s not like I’m going to resort to assassination or anything. It’s just that the Black family’s common sense is a bit off. I doubt anyone else can understand it, anyway.

I received a thunderous applause and stepped down. The venue soon dispersed, leaving only my family behind.

“Rex, congratulations. As your brother, I’m proud of you.”

“Thank you, brother. From now on, I’ll rely on your power.”

I hope you’ll really lend me your power. You’re not like the people in ‘Destiny Blood,’ so I don’t quite understand your personality. You were dead at the start of the original story, or maybe something else happened. Anyway, I need to be careful.

“Well, do as you like? I’m not interested in becoming the head.”

“I’ll become stronger so I don’t lose to my sister.”

Camilla is really tsundere-like. She’s not opposing me becoming the head, and she’s not saying it’s impossible for me either. I might be optimistic, but I think she’s holding some goodwill towards me. If not, she would have reacted more strongly.

“Brother, congratulations. I’m sure you’ll make a great house.”

“I’m happy if Mary is happy.”

Mary is really affectionate, and it’s very comforting. For me, it’s a huge relief. Right now, there’s no evil element in her. So, from now on, I hope she’ll continue to be a good kid.

“Brother, you’re amazing. You’re the only one I respect.”

“I’ll become a head worthy of your respect.”

I want to deepen my relationship with my brother from now on. In the original story, I remember him being straightforward, both good and bad. I respected the original Rex and followed his evil deeds. So, I hope my current respect for him is genuine. If so, I can have hope for the future.

“Rex-chan, do your best. As your mother, I’ll support you.”

“Thank you, Mother. I’m still immature, so I’ll rely on you.”

Honestly, I’m wary of my mother. There’s the incident that happened in the original story. It’s selfish and inexcusable. Even so, I remember her being kind to me when it was convenient for her. I wonder if I can take advantage of that.

“I’m thrilled that my son has awakened to dark magic. Rex, I have high expectations.”

“Thank you, Father. I’ll make the Black family even greater.”

Well, my father’s expectations are nothing but a nuisance. I’ve already assassinated multiple people and earned hatred from all directions. It’s ridiculous to think that someone like me could become the head of the family.

My conversation with my family was brief, and afterward, I gathered with other acquaintances. There was Aria, my maid, and Wes, as well as my instructors, Filis and Elina. Being with these four people made me feel at ease.

“Lord Rex, if you become the head of the family, I’ll dedicate my life to supporting you.”

“Of course. Everything about you exists for my sake. Remember that.”

In my heart, I wanted to express gratitude, saying “Thank you for supporting me.” But I couldn’t show appreciation to my maid. At least, I hoped Aria didn’t have a bad impression of me. If I were just a noble, I could have gotten along with her better.

“Master, I’ve always been on your side!”

“It doesn’t matter what you say. You’re just a tool for me.”

Wes seemed to have good intentions towards me. I didn’t think it was romantic love, but she definitely cared about me. That’s why I wanted to be kinder to her. I valued Wes as well.

“Rex, I’m looking forward to seeing how strong you can become.”

“You’ll surpass me and become the strongest swordsman. That’s only natural.”

I was grateful to Elina, who taught me the joy of swordsmanship. I would repay that debt by surpassing her sword skills. That’s what it means to be master and disciple.

“…I’m expecting it. Rex’s dark magic will evolve to what extent?”

“Of course, it will reach new heights. I’ll become a magician who surpasses you, and you’ll be left in the dust.”

I would master dark magic to the extreme, just to see Filis’s delighted expression. If I could do that, I’d be satisfied. Filis’s interest lay only in magic, after all.

After receiving congratulations from everyone, I was left alone. So, I took my time to think about today’s events.

“I’ll become the head of the family. As long as the Black family remains, that’s all that matters.”

In the original story, the Black family was destroyed by the protagonist’s hand. In reality, I was just a normal villain, and that was enjoyable. But now, I wanted to avoid that future at all costs. I didn’t want to become a sacrifice for peace.

“No, that’s not it. I’ll create a better future with my own hands.”

That’s right. I told myself that, and it felt like a good resolve. Instead of being pessimistic, I wanted to be optimistic. Rather than praying and trembling, I wanted to take action and create my own future. That was the better way.

“I won’t let the maids or instructors get hurt, either.”

The instructors were enemies in the original story, after all. If I couldn’t change the Black family, they would get hurt. Thinking about it, I had to make an effort.

“It’s not just that. I won’t let Camila, Mary, or any other family members become enemies, either.”

I already had feelings for Camila and Mary, so I didn’t want them to fall into darkness. I wanted to avoid a future where I would have to kill them.

“I’ll survive, too. I’ll make sure my loved ones don’t get killed.”

I and my loved ones would definitely seize a happy future. I had sworn it many times, and I would swear it again. I would absolutely create a better future.