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

2: Aria Tosca’s Wish

I serve as a maid in the Black family, specifically as Lord Rex’s exclusive attendant. Every day, I take care of everything from meals to attire.

Of course, as a maid, I don’t mind taking care of things. However, I had a major concern…

“I’ve served the Black family for a long time, but things have changed…”

It’s been at least 100 years, possibly even 200 years, since I started serving the Black family. Throughout the generations, I’ve seen the family change and evolve. However, the situation has taken a turn for the worse. What was once a happy household is now unrecognizable.

The reason is clear: the Black family has become a house of evil. They oppress the people, plot in the shadows, and eliminate anyone who gets in their way. It’s a far cry from the good household it once was.

“The kind-hearted first generation’s descendants have fallen so low… it’s truly lamentable.”

Those were words from the heart. The first generation was kind to me, an elf of a different species. I vowed to serve the Black family until the end, with all my heart.

But now, the Black family has lost its way. They’re driven by desire, eliminate their enemies, and treat people like tools. Even someone like me, an elf. I truly miss the old Black family.

“Lord Rex is relatively better, but…”

For now, he doesn’t oppress others. However, it’s only a matter of time before he’s influenced by the Black family’s education. At the very least, his brother has already become a product of the current Black family. As long as that’s the case, there’s no hope for a bright future.

The Black family I wanted to serve has already disappeared. They were a wonderful household that was kind to different species and loved by the people. The first generation’s ideals are now nothing but words.

Now, I’m the only one who knows the first generation’s heart. That fact is what makes me sad. If I didn’t know anything, I could have just given up. But I couldn’t help but think that way.

“It would be better if I could just abandon the Black family…”

But my memories get in the way. I feel that the Black family, with the first generation’s blood running through its veins, is a household that must not be abandoned.

However, things are difficult now. I can’t abandon them, nor can I kill my heart and continue serving. My own indecisiveness is what’s causing my current troubles. I know that, but I still can’t change myself.

After all, it’s hard for a long-lived elf like me to change. It’s a well-known fact. Even now, I can’t take any action. It’s as if I’m proving the fate of elves.

“First generation… please guide me…”

Even though I know you’re long gone, I still can’t help but rely on you. That’s how lost I feel. If I continue serving like this, there’s no future. That’s what I felt.

The current head of the Black family is Lord Rex’s father, who I serve. He orders me to call Lord Rex and makes him watch the execution, saying it’s a delightful spectacle.

To me, it’s a detestable scene that fills me with disgust. In reality, Lord Rex and his family spend the execution time like it’s a family gathering. It’s unbearable.

After the execution, Lord Rex returns to his room, and I’m left alone. I can’t help but vent my frustrations.

“Treating executions as entertainment is truly evil…”

The first generation was a charming person who could turn enemies into allies. In contrast, the current head of the Black family, Lord Rex’s father, is a terrible person who enjoys killing.

However, there’s nothing I can do. I’ll continue to serve Lord Rex as usual. That’s all I can do.

But a glimmer of hope appeared. It was after Lord Rex fell asleep. I was cleaning his room, trying not to be noticed, when I found a clue that suggested he might not be enjoying the executions after all.

Perhaps he’s not as evil as I thought. That hope appeared.

“Maybe Lord Rex was…”

I knew I had to calm down. I couldn’t disturb Lord Rex’s sleep, and I couldn’t hold onto futile hope. But the words spilled out of my mouth.

Lord Rex might have a heart that values human life. Just thinking that made me feel like the first generation’s heart had revived.

“I want to believe that Lord Rex, as a member of the Black family, still has kindness in him. I want to believe that.”

Those words came out of my mouth. I truly want to believe that Lord Rex will restore the Black family to its former glory. The Black family I loved will return.

It was a faint hope, but the next day, my hope grew stronger. Lord Rex said I looked dirty and promised to clean me up. In that moment, I almost lost hope.

But it was different. He said he would make me beautiful, and even offered to use his own name to do so. It was proof that he valued me. I wanted to believe that.

Maybe Lord Rex is only looking out for his own reputation, and the maid serving him is just a nuisance. But I couldn’t suppress my hope.

“If Lord Rex is truly kind, I’ll do everything in my power to support him. That would be my way of repaying the first generation.”

The Black family, known for its evil deeds, would be a sad thing for the kind first generation. So, I want to test Lord Rex’s character and see if he’s truly good. If possible, I want to support him in becoming the head of the household.

I’ve served the Black family for a long time, so I think I know what nobles like. I want to use that knowledge to support Lord Rex in becoming the head of the household.

“I’m sure it was Lord Rex’s kindness that cleaned me up. So, please don’t betray me.”

Lord Rex must have a kind heart. When he saw my cleaned-up appearance, his eyes seemed to hold a compassionate spirit.

I’m sure Lord Rex will walk a wonderful path from now on. I’ll support him. If his kindness is real, he’ll continue to live on.

“As long as Rex-sama doesn’t lose his kindness, I will move forward to make him the master. It’s surely the right thing to do.”

I made a secret vow. If the gentle Rex-sama isn’t just a fantasy of mine, I’ll do everything in my power to support him.