Chapter 141 Future Events
Edited by: Kanaa-senpai
I poured my Mana into the newly completed Exclusive Weapon – the Magic Sword forged by the dwarf princess Eil – pushing it to the very limit of the magic stone’s capacity.
And in that instant, my consciousness flew somewhere far into the future.
A grand graduation party, hosted by the students of our generation.
The low-ranking noble, Luca Dalton, attacks the lavish venue.
Overwhelmed by his tremendous power, my schoolmates are trampled without being able to put up a fight.
Prince Liam, who should have succeeded in intercepting the attack.
But behind him –
In his wide-open blind spot, the “Teleportation Demon” Ashraf appears without a sound.
The prince is completely unaware of Ashraf’s existence, his presence entirely masked. Dressed in a butler’s suit, Ashraf releases a marble-sized mass of black Mana from his white-gloved fingertips.
Pop –
The moment it’s released.
Finally sensing the ominous presence, Prince Liam whirls around with a look of shock.
But it’s already too late.
The tiny black mass of Mana strikes the prince’s back – his body frozen in terror – with silent precision. From that point, the Mana swells into a vortex like a black hole, engulfing Prince Liam’s body, tearing him apart from the inside, shredding his limbs, scattering him to pieces.
Like a ripe fruit bursting apart.
”How fragile. I’m rather disappointed.”
I heard Ashraf murmur, his voice laced with genuine regret.
(No. There isn’t a single person in this world who could withstand an attack like that.)
If this vision was shown by the Magic Sword’s future sight – then this is an event that will inevitably occur in about two years.
Ashraf kills Prince Liam.
Why?
Following logic, it would be my order – since he and I will eventually become enemies.
But at least for now, I have absolutely no intention of issuing such a command.
Taking out the enemy’s leader the moment war breaks out – that’s certainly possible with Teleportation, and tactically it would be rational.
But ending a war is harder than starting one. Without the top leader to unify the enemy faction, resolving the conflict becomes exceedingly difficult.
War isn’t just about winning.
Rather – what comes after winning is far more important.
The last thing I want is to live in a world where an endless, hopeless quagmire of battle drags on.
So, the chances of me ordering Prince Liam’s assassination are low.
Which leaves another possibility: Ashraf’s independent action.
The “Teleportation Demon” Ashraf is not an obedient subordinate who swore absolute loyalty to me. He’s an unknowable, dangerous presence who’s always doing as he pleases behind the scenes.
That’s entirely possible.
Either way, that brutal killing –
Whether by “my future orders” or “Ashraf’s independent action” –
It will happen by one of those two means.
(Well… either way, the aftertaste is terrible.)
My mood darkened.
The future sight magic cuts off, and my vision returns to-
The peaceful courtyard of the Grimlock family estate.
In front of me stands the dwarf princess, Eil, her face etched with concern.
”How long was I out?”
”Out…? No, well. Your eyes had that faraway look, as if you were gazing somewhere distant… but it was only for a moment.”
Subjectively, I felt like I’d been watching that hopeless future for over a minute.
But apparently, objectively, I hadn’t been unconscious for that long.
(Still… future sight. I’ve come into possession of an incredible power.)
Though this power is completely useless in an actual fight.
On the contrary, it’s a troublesome ability I don’t even want to use. “Ignorance is bliss when it comes to the future” – I remember reading that in a manga in my past life.
I couldn’t agree more.
Still, any ability is about how you use it.
By adjusting the amount of Mana poured into this “future sight magic,” I might be able to change the timeline of the future I see.
If I could see an enemy’s movements even a few seconds ahead – that would be an overwhelming advantage in battle.
(Something to research going forward.)
”Xenos-sama. Please sheathe the sword for now.”
”Right. Understood.”
This sword, filled with my immense Mana to its limit, radiates an ominous black light – an aura of pure darkness itself – from its blade.
I slowly slide the sword into its sheath.
”After a while, the sword will fully acclimate to Xenos-sama’s Mana, and the light should fade. Probably about an hour. However, since Xenos-sama’s Mana is so extraordinary… it might take a bit longer to fully settle.”
”I see. Well, I’ll wait patiently. And I must reward you, Eil, for forging such a magnificent sword.”
”Oh no! Truly, that’s not necessary! I’ve already been paid more than enough!”
True, I’ve already paid the purchase price to free her from the slave trader. So you could say the compensation has already been settled.
”But a special bonus for excellent work never hurt anyone. Right. How about a hundred gold coins? Or… a kiss from me? Take your pick. It’s yours as a reward.”
I made the offer casually.
”Eeeek!”
”Eeeek!”
My completely unexpected proposal drew lively reactions from the gallery behind me.
”What is this lecher even saying?”
Liliana delivered the final deadpan tsukkomi, her eyes flat.
”U-um, well… then… a-a kiss from Xenos-sama…”
Eil chose the kiss from me.
She pressed both hands to her burning red face, fidgeting shyly.
I’d proposed it half-jokingly, but I never expected her to actually choose that –
Surprise mixed with fondness and pure delight welled up inside me.
”Then, receive your reward.”
I said it quietly, then gently pressed my lips to her trembling ones.
”Eeeek!”
”Eeeek!”
”Eeeek! Scandalous~desuwa!”
”Shameless!”
”Nyaa!” “Gao!”
The gallery erupted even more.
The dwarf girls squealed in high-pitched voices, and beside them, Mina imitated Liliana with a cry of “Shameless!”
Then Kuuko and Rumina let out triumphant howls as if in celebration.
Lilia gently chided the overexcited Liliana and Mina: “You mustn’t speak ill of the master like that.”
At any rate –
The crucial task of channeling Mana into my Exclusive Weapon was now complete.
Now then.
What should I do with the rest of my day?
I was idly pondering my plans for the remainder of the holiday when – the bell at the front gate rang.
I checked the visitor through the security magic artifact.
There stood the dignified figure of Freya Bertrand, Princess Elisabeth’s loyal guardian knight.
Which meant –
The princess of the Empire herself was likely riding in that conspicuously grand carriage parked behind her.
It was unusual for her to visit me without an appointment.
Was there some urgent – no doubt troublesome – matter?
I frowned slightly.
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Summary:
The protagonist pours his Mana into a newly forged Magic Sword, triggering a future vision where Ashraf assassinates Prince Liam in a brutal manner. After analyzing the implications and determining he likely didn’t order the killing, he returns to the present and rewards Eil with a kiss for her craftsmanship, prompting chaotic reactions from the household. The chapter ends with the unexpected arrival of Princess Elisabeth’s knight Freya, signaling a new and potentially troublesome development.
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Trivia:
The future vision shows Luca Dalton attacking the graduation party first, then Ashraf killing Prince Liam from behind.
Xenos considers two possibilities for Ashraf’s actions: his own future orders or Ashraf’s independent action.
The protagonist explicitly states he has no intention of ordering Liam’s assassination currently.
Ashraf is described as an “unknowable, dangerous presence” who acts independently, not a loyal subordinate.
The Magic Sword’s future sight is triggered by pouring Mana into it, and the timeframe shown is approximately two years ahead.
Xenos muses that adjusting the Mana amount might allow him to control how far into the future he can see.
Eil was freed from a slave trader, and Xenos considers that purchase price as already paid compensation.
The kiss reward scene is explicitly described as a “half-joking” proposal from Xenos.
The dwarf girls, Mina, Kuuko, and Rumina all react with escalating chaos during the kiss scene.
Liliana uses “tsukkomi” (deadpan retort) which is preserved as a cultural note in the translation.
Freya Bertrand is confirmed as Princess Elisabeth’s “loyal guardian knight” with a dignified presence.
The Empire’s princess is explicitly stated as being in the carriage behind Freya.
The final line notes Elisabeth’s visit is “unusual” and without appointment, implying potential urgency or trouble.
Xenos’s past life memory references a manga that said “Ignorance is bliss when it comes to the future.”
The protagonist notes that war isn’t just about winning – what comes after is more important.
The security magic artifact is used to identify visitors at the gate.
Notes:
• Eil – Dwarf princess and skilled artisan. Energetic and earnest with a bright, hopeful demeanor. Works alongside her four attendants to forge weapons and build a smithy. Shows shy vulnerability when confronted with romantic advances.
• Luca – Low-ranking noble who attacks the graduation party in the future vision.
• Liam – Liam Asgard, the golden-haired, emerald-eyed Crown Prince of Asgard, is Liliana’s older brother, betrothed to Elisabeth, and liege to Elliot and Aldrick. Though possessing royal Light Mana and a sense of justice, he speaks with polished grace to hide a manipulative, calculating ambition. Scheme-driven to destroy his rival Xenos and obsessively steal Cecilia, he uses his authority to incite war.
• Ashraf – A Teleportation Demon who serves as the guardian of Xenos’s mansion, protecting it against potential attacks. They possess presence-concealing magic, which the protagonist copies and uses to infiltrate the tea party.
• Grimlock – Xenos’s family name.
• Xenos – Job: Heir to a high-ranking noble house; Relationship: Owner of Lilia; Has romantic connections with Elenor, Cecilia, and Lizel; Item/Magic: Summoning magic, [Substitution Collars]; Note: Was caught up in a Royal Palace explosion and missed three days of school. Pragmatic and calculating personality. Job: Noble of Grimlock family, protagonist; Relationship: Manipulator of Princess Liliana, pursuing Serena; Item/Magic: [Ring of Transformation]; Note: Reincarnated villain with game knowledge, calculating and arrogant. Job: Theater Owner and noble of Grimlock family; Relationship: Fiancé to Cecilia; Item/Magic: Game knowledge/metaknowledge; Note: Reincarnated villain protagonist who knows the original game script.
• Liliana – Known as the “Angel of the Asgard Kingdom” for her golden hair and sky-blue eyes, this princess is the younger sister of Prince Liam and Elenor. While maintaining a refined, angelic public facade, she is a manipulative mastermind who wields explosion magic. As Serena’s liege and the true culprit behind recent assassination attempts, she carefully hides her dark nature behind whispered, noble asides.
• Lilia – Xenos’s fiercely loyal, trauma-resilient Head Maid is a lovely, pale, busty woman with long dark hair, a chest tattoo, and a nullified crest. Dressed in a black uniform, she maintains refined, icy elegance when disciplining others, especially Elenor. While formal and efficient with guests, she masks deep, jealous anxiety for Xenos, finding her greatest joy in serving him and sleeping by his side.
• Mina – A personal maid for the Grimlock estate, serves Xenos with childlike devotion. With soft brown hair and a playful bunny kigurumi over dancer’s attire, she uses cheerful gyaru speech and remains oblivious to tension. She shares a loving bond with her brother Kai, cares for Lumiá, Kuuko, and the estate kitten, and holds a deep affection for Cecilia, recently announcing Serena’s arrival.
• Rumina – Animal companion. Makes vocalizations including “Gao!” present in source.
• Kuuko – Beastkin staying at the theater. Already asleep in the staff quarters.
• Elisabeth – Princess of the enemy Adrastea Empire, Prince Liam’s fiancée, and the game’s main heroine. Dignified and diplomatic even when cornered or falsely accused, she is targeted by Violetta’s assassination plot. While Xenos exchanges opinions with her, her heart has shifted from Liam to the protagonist, showing visible relief at his arrival while unconsciously avoiding relying on her fiancé.
• Freya – Guard knight assigned to Xenos. She acts as a direct subordinate and protector, showing familiarity with Xenos through her casual speech. Her composure breaks upon learning of the military threat, revealing her investment in the situation and concern for Elisabeth’s safety. Loyal knight and personal guard to Princess Elisabeth. Has fiery red-brown hair and a strong, prideful demeanor. Secretly longs for both Elisabeth and Xenos, hiding her desires behind professionalism. Princess Elisabeth’s loyal knight. Openly hostile toward Xenos. Sharp-tongued and protective of her charge. Shows intense loyalty to Elisabeth.
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Edited by Kanaa-senpai.
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