How to Survive as a Villain in a Novel

30 – Paris

The day of the new student welcome party.

In front of Orbis’ portal control center.

“Oh! It’s here!”

As I looked around for a moment, I heard Hyunjin Yoon’s voice approaching from a distance.

– “Wow. It’s pretty.”

– “Who are you? I don’t think you’re a new student.”

– “The dress is also really high-end.”

Whispering around.

Sararak- A small presence felt in front of me along with the sound of luxurious fabrics coming together.

“Ne. You’re late!”

“I showed up 10 minutes earlier than promised.”

“Oh, that’s right… I felt like I’d been waiting for something for a long time. No, this is. To keep an eye on you…!”

Yes. Of course they came here to monitor.

I know very well that there is no reason for Yoon Hyun-jin to cling to me.

In her mind, I am probably the biggest problem child among those attending the new student welcome party today.

Rather than being watched from afar, it was better to have her sphere of action under my control, which was one of the reasons why I accepted Hyunjin Yoon’s proposal.

They follow me around and monitor me like they do in Orbis, because Paris is a dangerous city.

Ah. The new student welcome party is held at the Orbis branch in Paris, France.

That was also the reason we gathered at the Orbis Portal Control Center.

First of all, I have something to say first.

“Lee Han. You said what I said…”

“I guess you woke up early in the morning? It must have been difficult.”

The luxurious perfume with a soft scent of flowers and soft soap showed how much effort Hyunjin Yoon had put into decorating himself.

But today’s schedule is too tight to check her appearance. There are many places to use your mind.

“The perfume smells good.”

“This…I just borrowed this from my mother!”

Hmph! Although Yoon Hyun-jin takes the first step, he does not seem to dislike it.

The portal control center wasn’t that crowded.

The current time is 11 o’clock.

Considering that the new student welcome party starts at 17:00, it was quite early, and it was an awkward time for the purpose of sightseeing around Paris.

The waiting line to use the portal quickly decreased.

“What is the purpose of using the portal?

“I am participating in the new student welcome party.”

“Yes. Cadet Yoon Hyun-jin has been confirmed. No additional fees will be charged.”

Portal.

This collection of cutting-edge science and engineering, created by ‘reverse engineering’ the cracks from which monsters emerge, is one of the inventions that has greatly changed the lifestyle of mankind.

Of course, it takes less than 10 seconds to go to Seoul or Busan from Orbis.

That time stays the same even if you go all the way to Paris, France.

That’s why Orbis Academy also has a somewhat extravagant tradition of holding a welcome party for new students in Paris, France, to show off prestigious brands.

Of course, the portal usage fee is enormous.

Free for new student welcome parties only, and occasionally when approved by Orbis.

‘Maybe it’s being done in Paris to advertise portal usage.’

Hmm. That might really be the case. A cadet who has experienced this convenience will not feel like traveling anywhere else on that dangerous plane.

It’s like a so-called free one-time use promotion.

“I also confirmed this. I hope you have a nice trip.”

With those words, a small egg-shaped device held in the hand.

This disposable device and the portal interact to deliver users to their destination in an instant. A so-called transport bill-like concept.

Following the guidance of the control agent, I stopped one foot in front of the portal.

“Yes, you can enter.”

– Kkulleong

It only felt like I was getting an hour’s worth of seasickness.

[ Welcome to the 13th Portal Control Center in Paris. ]

I took one step and it was Paris.

* · * *

“Wow…”

Hyunjin Yoon let out an exclamation without realizing it and grabbed my arm.

“Look at that… Ah! I’m sorry. I’m really sorry.”

Yoon Hyun-jin immediately falls into a swamp of guilt.

I burst into laughter without realizing it.

“No. Just watch my share.”

I said it with sincerity and without sounding sarcastic as much as possible.

I’m not sure if it was conveyed well.

I know well what kind of scenery will unfold before my eyes.

The 13th Portal Control Center, located on a high floor overlooking Paris, was mentioned several times in the original work due to its scenery.

The symbol of Paris, the Eiffel Tower, stands tall.

As if to support it, modern buildings have been rebuilt into a beautiful skyline.

A fairly large gate burst here as well, but it was France that somehow managed to preserve their symbol.

And what about France, which overcame the crisis? Excellent geographical location, abundant resources, and talented people. And above all, numerous relics.

The French quickly restored their hearts.

More flashy and cool than before.

[ We would like to inform you of Orbis’ new students and current students attending the new student welcome party. ]

As I walk toward the exit, a drone follows me and spits out an announcement.

[ The new student welcome party will be held at the Orbis Academy Paris branch located in the 13th district at 5 p.M. Please attend on time. ]

Looking at Hyunjin Yoon muttering ‘Wow, that’s cute’, it seems to be a drone with a pretty cute design.

Oh, that’s right.

“Do you have a navigator for the visually impaired?”

[ Yes. Could you please hand me your registration certificate? Level 1 Disabled has been confirmed. Navigator rental is free. ]

“Thank you.”

A navigator is a device that informs the route to the destination and nearby hazards through vibration. I learned the geography perfectly by taking medicine from stores in and around Orbis, but this is Paris. Even if you’re a top-notch villain, it’s impossible to carry around a world map in your head.

I wore a navigator on my ankle.

“Isn’t that something you wear on your wrist?”

Hyunjin Yoon asks straight away.

She is right. But today I need to hide my identity as much as possible.

I didn’t bring a mask that would hinder the perception of those around me for no reason.

“If you wear it on your wrist, it’ll get in your way.”

“Oh, I see.”

By the way, after falling into the swamp of her guilt earlier, Yoon Hyun-jin’s attitude strangely softened.

When I thought of her obviously sullen expression, I couldn’t help but chuckle.

Now that I think about it, it turned out well.

Let’s take this opportunity to soften Hyunjin Yoon’s hard brain a little.

That way, she will be a little free from her surveillance.

First-class villain special. Make the most of what is available.

“Hey. Hyunjin Yoon.”

“Uh…Huh?”

“You said you followed me today to keep an eye on me, right?”

“Uh, well, that’s right.”

“It’s not a bad thing that you hate me. It’s actually a good thing.”

This is sincere.

The more her ‘eyes’ look at me incorrectly, the better for me.

Of course, Hyunjin Yoon’s ‘eyes’ are special, like her personality.

Because we judge the target based on laws, rules, etc.

So, for me, who regards rules as naturally as eating a meal, Hyunjin Yoon’s ‘eyes’ are relatively safe.

This was also the reason why she accepted the offer to be her partner.

I also want to make Hyunjin Yoon’s outer skin, which has become too hard, softer.

If it breaks, it will be a big problem.

So.

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“It’s too much of a school rule today, so I hope you don’t talk about that.”

“Why?”

“First of all, since this is not Orbis Academy, the school rules do not apply.”

“… But if you’re a cadet!”

“If you come to Paris, shouldn’t you follow the laws of Paris?”

“The laws of Paris are not much different from ours…!”

“Love. Freedom. Romance.”

I think it was originally something different. And it was a little cringy. Anyway. Top-notch villain, a bit shameless.

“It means that sometimes you need to let go and enjoy it.”

Normally, she would have strongly objected, but Yoon Hyun-jin asked her back because her spirits were broken.

“What does that mean?”

“That person doesn’t obey the signal. Why does that person throw trash on the floor? More than this.”

“…Yes.”

“Ah, the streets here are really pretty. Since there is trash on those streets, the hiring of sanitation workers will increase.”

Ah. Isn’t the last example a bit off?

Anyway.

“Well, there have to be days when I look at the world like that.”

“Ah…”

Actually, I don’t expect Yoon Hyun-jin to change just because I say it this way.

No. Rather, she should not change.

Her outer shell that surrounds her.

Longing for system, law, and rules.

They act like a shield that protects her mind.

However, if it gets a little soft.

If you can make it soft sometimes.

The risk of her psychological shield suddenly breaking will be reduced.

‘And.’

If you think about it, letting Yoon Hyun-jin slightly deviate from her laws in this way is going beyond her rules, so she doesn’t have to worry about receiving a penalty due to Yoon Hyun-jin’s ‘eyes’.

With this, one of the reasons for coming to France was solved.

Whether Hyunjin Yoon understands what she says or not is her own choice.

I can only hope that these efforts will help Hyunjin Yoon overcome the great pain that will come to her in the future and stand tall as another heroine.

“In that sense, I will buy lunch.”

I feel like I have become a restaurant guide since yesterday.

There was a restaurant I really wanted to visit.

Even in the original work, this restaurant received rave reviews from everyone who visited it.

‘Freedom of taste’

The problem here is that, like in other high-end restaurants, you cannot eat alone.

… Actually, this was most of the reasons why I accepted Hyunjin Yoon’s offer to become a partner.

It’s a bit weird to eat with a complete stranger for no reason.

The guide begins with [ Liberté de goût. ]

“Follow me this way.”

The food may be extremely expensive.

Well, that is.

There is a first-class villain-like solution.