I Abandoned the Male Lead Who Cheated with the Villainess - Chapter 66
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For a moment, Johann was engulfed in a frosty purple gaze as if to summon a blizzard.
‘Oops.’
This was akin to spitting in Herix’s face, who was currently embodying the perfect lie more than anyone else. Realizing his mistake, Johann quickly tried to divert Herix’s attention.
“What exactly did you discuss to suddenly reach such a conclusion?”
As expected, when Ivonne was mentioned, the gaze that had been silently contemplating assassination softened slightly, replaced by deep fatigue and skepticism.
Herix, with his bony hand covering his eyes, sighed as if weary.
“We were discussing how to refuse the position of the Southern Magic Tower Master that the Emperor created for her.”
Though unexpected, Johann felt a mix of admiration and bitterness at this revelation. It was the first time in eight years he had heard Herix speak at such length.
‘The days when communication was so hindered by His Highness’s words that were so short that it nearly drove me to despair…’
Of course, Herix seemed indifferent to Johann’s melancholic gaze, continuing in a voice as dismal as linoleum sticking to wet feet.
“She said there could be ways to hide one’s identity with lies, but regardless of the situation, she absolutely does not want to lie.”
“Oh, indeed, that’s just like her. She has the right idea.”
“And that anyone who lies is betraying her, so under no circumstances could she ever trust them.”
Johann’s socially smiley face froze.
“She also said she couldn’t possibly get along with someone who has lied to her, even if it was for her sake.”
“…”
“Lying is betraying the relationship, and how could one casually associate with a traitor?”
“…”
“If exceptions are made, it could lead to forgiving Count Ulfest, so she said she will never make exceptions.”
Here, Johann rubbed his forehead.
“And when I asked what she would do if she found out someone had lied, if she realized someone was lying, what then?”
“…And what did she say?”
“After our conversation, she said she would never meet with them again.”
“Ah…”
Johann sighed deeply. He had been earnestly supporting Herix, who was now at Ivonne’s side, acting as ‘Rix’. But Rix was from beginning to end a construct of lies.
‘If exposed, it’s a disaster. But no lie lasts forever.’
Johann had thought that one day Herix would reveal his true identity to Ivonne. Confessing before being caught, admitting there was a valid reason for his actions, seemed like the last mission for Herix.
‘But to have had such a conversation…’
While Johann didn’t understand why Ivonne would refuse the position of the Southern Magic Tower Master, that wasn’t his main concern. What mattered was how to appease Herix and conclude the relationship with Ivonne. It was as if his life depended on it.
Ivonne, who had thrown such a bombshell at Herix, had gone shopping with Larissa.
“I don’t know what she’s up to, but Ivonne thinks you’re the Emperor’s lackey.”
“What? Me?”
Johann raised his voice in disbelief, his face full of astonishment.
“Probably seeing that the Emperor knows about Ivonne’s abilities… she might have thought that.”
“Ah… Now that you mention it, she did use magic without a tool in front of me. She must have thought I reported it to His Majesty.”
Johann nodded, indicating he had a hunch.
Herix said he had tried to persuade Ivonne himself and warned her to be careful with her actions in the future. Johann silently bowed his head in a gesture that he wouldn’t make any hasty responses.
After maintaining silence for a while and nervously rubbing his eyes with his dry hands, Herix softly murmured.
“If I apologize by offering Count Ulfest’s head would she forgive me?”
The voice, heavy with submerged thoughts, sank dreadfully.
I never intended to deceive you. It was just a ‘brief’ concealment until I could cut off this bastard’s head. You know, Ivonne. I would never… Ah, it’s alright. It doesn’t matter if you don’t know. I’m okay with everything. So just recognize it. How long I’ve waited for you. How much I’ve thought of you. How cautious I’ve been around you.
Breathing is hard. It’s tough. But it’s okay, Ivonne, because you’ve come back. That’s really all I need. So, please, just say it’s okay once. That you understand I never intended to deceive you. So, Ivonne…
“Your Highness.”
Ah, right. The eldest daughter of Marquis Cyand. Perhaps her head should be offered as well. Or would it be better to capture her alive? She dared put Ivonne in danger, after all.
Drowning her might be satisfying. Yet, Ivonne might not find closure that way. But he disliked the idea of Ivonne’s hands being stained with her blood. Blood should splash, but only on him. The only person who should touch her is him alone.
Maybe he should say he will finish it?
