I was Reincarnated as the Youngest Child of a Villainous Noble Family Who Controls the Kingdom from Behind the Scenes

"One of the Aliens was killed!"

"The student escort mission should be terminated immediately!"

"Eric should be expelled right away!"

During the faculty meeting, the school principal was being challenged by numerous teachers.

The principal wore a pained expression, as if he had bitten into something bitter.

It was Eric who had killed one of the Aliens during the escort selection exam.

The teachers viewed Eric as a danger and insisted that the existence of the Thirty-Two Pillars of the Demon Realm should be reported to the royal family.

Amidst this, only Linlin remained calm, closing her eyes and listening to the teachers' shouts.

"I saw it with my own eyes while I was escorting Eric! He has a contract with the Impure King Gyurem! A demon king who once corrupted the entire continent and turned it into a land of death!"

"This is beyond our capabilities!"

"Please make a wise decision!"

Despite the teachers' accusations, the principal did not change his decision.

No, he couldn't.

Because he didn't have the authority to do so.

"No, the student escort mission will continue."

"What are you saying?!"

"I will take full responsibility. You won't be burdened at all."

"Even if there are massive casualties?!"

The principal wasn't calm inside either.

If it were up to his personal will, he would have stopped it long ago.

Some began to suspect the principal.

"...Principal. Is this decision made after consulting with the royal family?"

"Yes. On the day of the escort, in addition to the students, the royal family's Royal Guards and the mage corps will be present. There's nothing to worry about. Professor Linlin, you just need to focus on your classes."

Linlin didn't press further.

She had a vague sense that this might not be the principal's true intention.

"There will be no changes. Let's end the meeting here."

"Principal!"

As the principal stood up and left the meeting room, the teachers continued to shout their protests at his back.

Only Linlin, in such a moment, inexplicably thought of Alphise's face.

(No way...)

She quickly dismissed it as a foolish delusion and stood up as well.

* * *

"Hahahaha! Alphise! You passed after all!"

On the day of the escort mission, Galeo greeted Alphise with a loud voice.

It seemed this senior had also passed.

The selection was tough, with fewer than ten students passing, including Galeo and the student council members.

"Lilysha seemed to have no trouble either."

"Of course not. But more importantly, the person we're escorting is so annoying... I almost got into a fight."

"If it were you from a while back, you would've jumped into a fight. You've grown."

"W-what are you saying! Are you trying to lull me into a false sense of security to eliminate your rival?!"

The exam is over, so what rival are you talking about?

From now on, we have to escort the royals and nobles visiting the academy.

Yes, those are the people who are about to arrive.

"Alphise! No need to be nervous! Just act like you always do! Stay calm! Keep your cool!"

"Galeo-senpai, you're the one who needs to calm down. Your legs are shaking."

For someone who acts so tough, he's surprisingly nervous.

I mean, there are princesses and daughters of the two great noble families right in front of us, and you're getting nervous now?

You're talking casually to the youngest child of the Balfonte family, you know.

"Hmph! Why do we have to escort royals and nobles anyway..."

"You seemed to have passed the exam easily too."

"That's right! Praise me!"

"Good job."

Roucherel calms down as long as you pat her head.

It's like training a noisy dog—simple and effective.

Next to Roucherel was Esty, who had also managed to pass.

"Esty, you passed too."

"W-well... I just kept running away..."

I didn't say much.

With her [Foresight], it's no surprise, but what's more impressive is her stamina with the Wave power.

When I first learned the Wave, I would collapse after maintaining it for just a short while.

Even during the Emperor Worm battle, pushing myself too hard had the same result.

But Esty is still standing strong.

For a mob character, she might actually be something incredible.

But I need to give her a warning.

"Esty. Listen to what I'm about to say."

"W-wha... wha-wha-wha..."

I whispered a warning into Esty's ear.

Immediately, Esty looked stunned, unable to process what she had just heard.

"R-really... No way!"

"Don't shout. Everything I said is true. So..."

When I repeated it, Esty turned pale.

It might have been too much for her, but if I didn't do this, she might die.

I really don't want her to die.

For a mob character to wield the Wave like this, it's just too exciting.

I want her to survive today so that one day we can fight.

"This can't be..."

"If you follow what I say, you'll be fine. Got it?"

Esty froze, clutching her chest.

I'm a bit worried, but if she can't handle this, then that's just how it is.

Well, I've taken some precautions just in case.

"Alright, everyone, as explained earlier. His Majesty will be arriving shortly."

The principal's voice instantly silenced the room.

The King of Sailrand Kingdom is someone even nobles rarely get to meet.

Leading the procession was the king's carriage, followed by several others.

It was like a grand parade, with Royal Guards and the mage corps escorting them.

Behind the king were prominent nobles who dominated various fields.

There were probably a few decoy carriages, but the sight was truly impressive.

The king stepped out of the carriage, and students could be seen pressed against the windows of the academy building.

They were supposed to be in class, but they were too excited.

For most of them, this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

"Your Majesty, please step down."

"Very well."

The Royal Guard opened the carriage door, and the king and queen stepped out.

The students at the windows erupted in excitement.

"Your Majesty! We are deeply honored by your visit today despite your busy schedule!"

"Let's make today a good one."

"Yes! We hope to show you how our academy is the ideal place to nurture the future leaders of our nation!"

"Hmm..."

The principal shook hands with the king.

Letitia, the king's daughter, remained composed, blending in as just another student.

The king glanced at her briefly.

"Father..."

Letitia quickly averted her gaze.

Today, she was here as an escort.

That much was clear.

From my perspective, behind the great king was Leolg, pulling the strings.

And the king was the one being manipulated, which made me chuckle.

To the students at the windows, he must have seemed like an awe-inspiring figure.