I Became the Villain's Trainer-Chapter 65

Chapter 65

Just like wolves, she knew that werewolves had a specific period of breeding. And that it is impossible for werewolves to be ignorant of that. But, why...

‘Ah!’

Do they simply not think about it at other times? Probably? After all, wolves’ unrivaled values are different from others. Alexa barely managed to convince herself with this. While Alexa was lost in her thoughts, Essellia started speaking.

“Alexa, let him sleep with you from time to time even if it’s inconvenient. Ysildus is still young and seeks your warmth. I could let him into my bedroom, but you know Ysildus is rather attached to you. I don’t think he’ll take the initiative to come to my bedroom.”

Essellia smiled sadly.

“Then, can I ask you to take care of Ysildus? Once he becomes an adult, he won’t go to your bedroom even if it makes him uncomfortable. For now, it’s just that he’s afraid of thunder and darkness.”

That’s possible. Alexa nodded her head. When he was still a wolf cub, Ysildus pretended not to be scared, even though he was extremely afraid. On days when there were thunderstorms, he would hide under Alexa and refused to come out. If this was an extension of that, Alexa could understand.

“Ysildus is still just a baby.”

As if agreeing with Alexa’s words, Ysildus grabbed her hand. He flashed her a bright smile as innocent as Essellia’s. In the end, Alexa left Essellia’s office empty-handed.

“Ah, Ysildus. Sit down for a moment. There’s something I want to talk to you about. Your father told me to choose a swordmaster for you.”

“Yes, Mother.”

Ysildus obediently nodded and sat back on the sofa.

“I’ll go first.”

Alexa waved her hand at Ysildus and left with Terrun. The two wolves remained silent until the sound of Alexa’s footsteps faded. Essellia was the first one to speak.

“Can’t you act more subtle?” Her voice was filled with sighs. “It’s a good thing that Alexa is so kind, but if she is a little more perceptive, she’ll completely see through your tricks.”

“That won’t happen.”

Ysildus affirmed and tilted his head to look at Essellia. Gone was that deceitful, innocent facade; his face now bore the coldness and malice reminiscent of Carlisle. This was the Ysildus Essellia knew.

Carlisle often remarked that Ysildus was more dangerous as he possessed both Carlisle’s cunning nature and Essellia’s harmless appearance. These days, she seems to have come to understand what he meant. She got goosebumps every time she saw him act in front of Alexa... Essellia sipped her tea to calm her mind.

“Don’t be too confident. How long are you planning to use the excuse that you’re young to Alexa?”

“It will work for the time being, and before she realizes that something’s off, she’s already used to it. Alexa is weak against familiarity.”

It was easy for Ysildus to figure out Alexa.

“Well, do as you please. Just make sure that Alexa doesn’t run away in fear. Wouldn’t it be your huge loss if that happens?”

Ysildus smiled, so chillingly similar to Carlisle’s. They have the same aura even though Ysildus isn’t fully grown yet. Essellia snickered.

‘What have I brought to this world?’

She felt both proud and amazed, sometimes adorable. But most of the time, he was astonishing and creepy. Essellia clicked her tongue and said, “Your lessons will start soon. Carlisle said you’re bothering Alexa too much.”

“That’s unnecessary meddling.”

“Alexa is also worried about your studies. Isn’t that cute of her?”

“Yes, Alexa is the cutest when she’s clueless about everything.”

Ysildus agreed easily. Alexa often worries about things she doesn’t need to worry about. Ysildus’ gaze softened as he thought of Alexa.

“When you start your lessons with Terrun, you’ll have to stay apart for some time.” Essellia said this to Ysildus with a displeased expression. “Don’t make that face. Give Alexa some time alone. What are you going to do if she gets tired?”

Ysildus had the same expression this time too, but he couldn’t deny that what Essellia said was right. They need some time apart to feel the other’s absence.

“I’ll do that.”

“Don’t push Alexa too hard. Keep in mind that she’s a human. Your relationship would end the moment she felt afraid of you.”

Essellia sincerely advised him. No matter what kind of person Ysildus is, he’s still her only son. She couldn’t help but be worried, although she still harbors the idea that she could kill Ysildus for Thersion or for Carlisle. That was the nature of wolves. They only have one mate for life, and for them, their mate comes first before their children.

“You can go.”

Without a moment’s hesitation, Ysildus stood up as soon as Essellia gave her command to leave. It was a little different from the mother-son relationship they’ve shown to Alexa – a colder, more wolf-like relationship. The warm and affectionate mother-son relationship that Alexa expected was something they only performed in her presence. Because that’s what Alexa wanted to see.

* * *

Alexa made up her mind – that today, she had to go out no matter what happens. To do this, she insisted on the attending doctor that she had already recovered a dozen times. Only then she was granted permission to leave. The day to meet Karrolf was drawing near. Karrolf told her that her homework was to meet an unknown person and befriend him. He mentioned that the wolf was the most exclusive and isolated one of all.

As usual, Alexa was accompanied on her outing by Terrun and Ysildus, and finally Selina. Alexa still hadn’t decided what to do with Selina. She knew she couldn’t afford to be as naïve and open-hearted as before.

Selina was a completely different person from the one known to the reader “Han Yu-hee.” However, it didn’t seem that her personality had changed; everything she did felt natural, as if she had always been that way. Alexa gazed at Selina, who was sitting quietly with a composed expression. Selina still gave her an unsettling feeling.

“Miss Alexa, do you need anything?”

At the sound of Selina’s voice, Ysildus and Terrun, who had been dozing off on either side of Alexa, suddenly opened their eyes. They glanced around as if on alert, then closed their eyes again.

“No. I don’t need anything. I’m fine.”

Alexa shook her head and looked away from Selina. Strangely, Selina had become very thin lately. Her face was filled with worry and concern.

“Selina.”

“Yes?”

“Is something going on these days?”

“Oh... I lost contact with my relative. She said that she would pick me up when I became a good kid...”

“… They’ll contact you soon.”

Selina’s relative? Oh, she must be talking about her helper. Seeing her so gaunt made her feel a bit sorry for her. But an inexplicable sense of caution kept creeping in. A warning echoed from deep within, reminding Alexa not to reveal her vulnerability. Selina smiled faintly at Alexa’s attempt to comfort her, then turned her head toward the window. Her expression had turned cold.

Unlike Alexa, who still lives in a fairy-tale world, Selina was struggling day by day just to survive. She hadn’t been able to reach Ruella, and the maids’ surveillance was intensifying. If she made even the smallest mistake, it seemed like she might lose her life at any moment. It was the silence of Ysildus that terrified her the most. Selina swallowed a sigh.

‘Would it be any different if Alexa died?’

If Selina was in Alexa’s place – will they still look at her with those same expressions? If Selina was to touch Alexa now, Terrun and Ysildus looked as if they were ready to kill her. Ruella told her that she absolutely had to take Alexa’s place.

‘I wish it were as easy as that.’

Selina muttered to herself. If all else fails, it might not be a bad idea to kill Alexa and plead for Ruella’s mercy. Selina believes that if anyone could get her out of this place, it would be Ruella, who has taught her so much.

‘Oh, this is really hopeless.’

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Selina muttered, pouting her lips as she leaned her head against the wall. The carriage, carrying the four of them with their different thoughts, sped along. Though running would have been faster for Ysildus and Terrun, they chose the carriage purely for Alexa’s sake.

The carriage was approaching its destination in the mountains. The person Karrolf wanted them to meet lived halfway up the mountain. Fortunately, the terrain was gentle enough for the carriage to pass. Had they needed to walk, Ysildus and Terrun might have had to kidnap the person themselves. In any case, the carriage carrying Alexa and her companions was swiftly making its way up the mountainside.

“Ah! There it is!”

Alexa pointed to the mountain lodge halfway up the mountain.