Unfortunately, I'm an Evil Villainess

Chapter 34 - Truth of the Accident (II)

"My lady, could I ask why you are so interested?"

I took a moment trying to decide on the best answer, and replied with the truth.

"God revealed to me that Lady Catherine will be important in House Avington's future."

The author was technically a god, and bringing the downfall of our family did count as important.

Sir Williams looked at me with patience and mild surprise, pretending that he was taking me seriously. Though he wasn't supposed to question my supposed connection to God, we all knew no such thing existed.

"And how exactly will she affect us?"

"She poses great danger and needs to be eliminated immediately, should she be found."

His eyebrows lifted, as if he didn't expect a nine-year-old to subtly want to murder someone. He lifted a finger.

"My lady, could you open the music box His Grace gave you?"

I was surprised by the sudden change of topic, but nodded. I had brought it from home, and it sat on my desk. The melody filled the room as I opened it, odd in the solemn air.

"What for?"

"Security. His Grace informed me that Marquess Tennesley had it enchanted to block high level magic listening spells, and it casts a silencing spell within a certain radius, so anyone outside about the size of this room can't listen in."

That was quite genius, to be honest.

"Why did Father not tell me?"

"His Grace didn't think that particular feature would be needed, and he didn't want to sullen the mood when he saw how much you liked the box. He didn't want to worry you."

That made sense, since telling children to beware of bugs wasn't exactly reassuring.

"Almost all of Your Ladyship's jewelry is already enchanted to keep out most listening spells, but it never hurts to be vigilant."

I nodded. How had I not considered that before? Surely, our family was the target of many eyes, and we had measures to prevent spying. I needed to be more aware of these things.

"As you know, my lady, His Grace has decided to make you his successor. I trust His Grace's decision and Your Ladyship, and all the Avington knights and I shall serve you to the best of our abilities, with our honour as knights. I have complete confidence that all Your Ladyship does is for the best of the grand duchy, but we can aid you the best if you place faith in us."

He had a point, and I did trust him, since I knew he would die for us. Still, I couldn't tell him about my past life. I hated how pathetic I was back then, and no one needed to know about it. Besides, there was always the risk of being accused of blasphemy or insanity. However, I could tell him some things.

"I have absolute faith in you and your knights, Sir Williams, but there are things that I'm not free to explain. A godly being granted me limited knowledge of the future, where a terrible fate befalls House Avington. In its center is Lady Catherine, and I'm doing my best to prevent it."

Sir Williams was silent for a moment. Then, he sighed and shook his head.

"I am in no position to doubt Your Ladyship. All I ask is for you to keep what I said in mind."

I knew how crazy I sounded, and I couldn't help it if he didn't believe me, though I was a bit disappointed. But I appreciated that he was willing to keep assisting me despite his disbelief.

"I will. So, explain to me how our knights were involved in that incident."

Sir Williams's expression became even more serious than before, if that was possible.