My villain wants to save himself, but the yandere heroine disagrees

“If you perform better during your observer term, it is not impossible for you to be directly promoted to an important member of the board of directors.”

This condition really shocked Orson.

Of course he knew that Luca was planning to snatch him away from Antica and the royal family, but he did not expect that even the entire academy's board of directors would express a unanimous willingness.

You know, the reason why the Imperial College has been able to dominate the empire's higher education until now, in addition to the stable support of the royal family, is also closely related to the establishment of the Board of Directors.

The College Council brings together the smartest minds in the world. Even if one of them makes a wrong decision, the others will correct it immediately.

Therefore, even as the dean of the academy, what Luca can do at the board meeting is quite limited.

The decision to allow Lena to enroll was made at the board meeting.

Being able to enter the board of directors of the Imperial Academy can be said to be, to some extent, better than serving the emperor or a local tyrant.

Not to mention that the Council will give Oson this seat as a standing committee member later.

"Dean, are all these things you said true?"

Even a man as determined as Orson couldn't help but be tempted when he heard such conditions.

It’s not that a seat on the Council is better than a duke or a minister, but because this is an area that traditional nobles cannot touch.

"Of course it's true." Luca smiled. "This is the result of our standing committee meeting. If you agree, Orson, we will hold a formal vote at the next meeting."

For Luca, this treatment from Orson was well deserved.

Not to mention Orson's double seventh-level strength at a young age, according to Orson's current talent and time, it will probably not be long before he reaches the eighth level, and it is even possible that one of his ranks has already broken through to the eighth level.

Just considering Orson's reputation throughout the empire, it would be extremely cost-effective to bring him into the Imperial Academy.

Moreover, Orson had previously governed the Duchy of Antica in an orderly manner and had performed his work in the Student Union very well, which was enough to prove that Orson's own abilities were perfect and comprehensive.

Such a person is suitable to be established as an idol and role model to increase the influence of the Imperial Academy.

Especially now that Orson has clearly given up his inheritance rights, his future is already uncertain, so the Imperial Academy must certainly give it a try.

Even if Orson does not stay in the Imperial Academy in the end, the Imperial Academy will still retain an honorary title for him unless some very big changes happen in the meantime.

Orson lowered his head and thought for a long time, which was also within Luca's expectations.

Such a smart person will never deal with such important matters in a muddled way, nor will he agree rashly and deal with things in a perfunctory manner.

In the past, Luca had expressed his intention to recruit Orson many times, both openly and covertly, just to give Orson a heads-up in advance, so that now Orson would have fewer concerns.

Orson thought for a long time, and finally raised his head and looked in the direction of Luca.

"I'm sorry, Dean, I can't agree to this right now. I think we should discuss joining the board of directors after my term in the student union is over."

"Ah, that's right."

After hearing Orson's answer, Luca felt a little disappointed, but he could accept it.

After all, Orson’s response was “wait a little longer”, not “I refuse”.

That's enough.

"Then, we look forward to the successful conclusion of this term's student union work. If you serve for two more terms, we will agree."

"That's hard to say." Orson said this and shook his head with a smile.

"We'll talk about what happens next later. It doesn't seem necessary to discuss it that far right now."

"That's right. It's me, an old man, who is more anxious than you, a young man." Luca couldn't help laughing when he heard Orson say that.

As expected, he admired Orson's calmness and confidence in the face of adversity.

……

At night, on a blocked street, Odysseus stood at the intersection.

Behind him was a group of guards, mainly of level six and level seven, with an level eight captain guard standing on each side, and even a number of secret sentries deployed in the dark.

In this case, the previous situation will never happen again.

His eyes were fixed on the raging fire burning in the night sky.

That was Milton's residence.

After Sherlock and Phil found the strange sacrificial scene in the basement, they quickly reported the matter to the police station. Of course, the police station did not dare to neglect it and immediately called Odysseus.

Afterwards, after making a record and preserving the entire scene in the basement with the recording magic stone, Odysseus burned down the residence at the suggestion of Pope Levi.

The air was filled with the smell of dust, which made Odysseus frown.

"Captain of the Guards, tell me, have I done anything wrong?" Odysseus looked at the captain of the guards. "I have been governing the country with benevolence for so many years, and the result is that the cultists are holding this evil worship ceremony right under my nose."

"Your Majesty, you did nothing wrong." The captain of the guards shook his head. "It was the cultists who were wrong. They were blinded by greed and wanted to gain power from the devil."

"..." This reply could be said to be the most problem-free reply, but Odysseus was not satisfied. He closed his eyes and shook his head.

According to Levi, this evil sacrifice is to an evil god called "Blood Mother", who was the loser in the chaotic era long ago, and his title and name are not even worthy of being written into history books.

However, thanks to his crazy followers, he was recorded forever by the church.

"The devil's servants can now cause such trouble to the empire. Is the empire really going to change?" Odysseus sighed helplessly as he watched the dust drifting away.

Chapter 106: Alliance

Based on the analysis of the clothes and incomplete appearance of the corpses, the royal family quickly obtained information about several of the dead.

There were seven dead people in total. Except for the dead person in the middle whose identity was unknown, they corresponded to the missing persons cases in Saint Laurent City in the past three months.

In such a big city, it is not uncommon for people to go missing. Perhaps they run away from home because of conflicts with their families, or they are fleeing from oppression, especially in this era when technology is underdeveloped.

Not everyone can afford to hire a magician, and not everyone can necessarily find the missing person.

Therefore, many cases were hastily closed after two weeks of investigation without any results.

For example, when Susie disappeared, it was only with the help of the doctor that she was reunited with her brother.

Although there are tears of countless families behind this, there is nothing that can be done.

As for the unidentified dead person in the center of the magic circle, based on his attire, it can be judged that he is probably the cultist who committed this tragedy.

Today's Saint Laurent City is like an understaffed mansion. Although it looks bright and beautiful on the surface, due to the lack of manpower to take care of it, a lot of filth has grown in various dark corners.

"We really need to take good care of this city from now on." Odysseus said this, turned around, and left the scene with his guards.

……

Back in the student union office, Orson saw Olivia sitting next to him, organizing documents for him.

Seeing this scene, his heart suddenly warmed up, and then he quietly came behind Olivia and hugged her gently.

He could feel the person in his arms stiffen and then relax.

"Why didn't you say hello when you came in?" She said this with a tone that sounded both angry and resentful.

"Thank you for your hard work these days. You have to worry about me and help me complete the tasks of the student union."

"If you knew how hard it is, you would just stay with me obediently." Olivia complained.

"Okay, I understand." Orson agreed, then sat next to Olivia and completed the task that was originally his for her.

"By the way, Princess Elsa should be returning to Saint Laurent City in the next two days." While the two were busy with their own things, Orson suddenly remembered something and mentioned it.

"Huh? Why?" Olivia looked at Orson puzzledly.

It's not that I think there's anything wrong with Elsa coming back, but she's just been in the territory for a few days and she's coming back a little too fast...

If she wants to fight for the right of inheritance, then Elsa's main area of ​​activities in the future will definitely be in Saint Laurent City.

If he stayed in his own territory and couldn't contact the dignitaries in Saint Laurent City, he wouldn't be able to build up his network.

Besides, although the current governance rights of those territories belong to Elsa, Odysseus also said that he would take back the governance rights later.

If Elsa was unable to change Odysseus's mind about appointing a crown prince because of her insufficient power in Saint Laurent at that time, she would lose the legitimacy of all the territories under her rule. At that time, she would either give up the fruits of her labor or split the empire by force.

Even if the armed rebellion succeeded and the army helped her ascend the throne, she would have lost her legitimacy and would be regarded as a usurper, which would cause endless troubles in her future rule.

But even if she wanted to use Saint Laurent City as her main activity area, her territory was her most important base at the moment. Could she arrange everything in her territory in such a short time? If there was an insider planted by Arthas, how would she deal with it?

"Maybe it's because..." Orson paused, then said: "The results in the south will be out soon."

“…” Olivia was stunned for a moment when she heard this.

Then he nodded in understanding.

"Yes, the issue of Napoli's legacy is also an urgent problem to be solved."

There are only three possibilities left for Napoli now.

One option is for Giovanni to step down and stand trial, and for his son Donnie to take over.

After all, when Giovanni was planning these things, Donny was still young, and it was very likely that he was used by Giovanni later. As the only legitimate heir of Napoli, he undoubtedly had the legitimate right of inheritance after Giovanni's death.

Another possibility is that both Giovanni and Donnie were put on trial, with the succession to the throne passed to a branch of Florence's family.

Mistakes made by the main family usually have little to do with the side branches. Choosing a highly respected person from the side branches to inherit the family is a good thing if it can ensure the smooth development of Napoli.

The last possibility is to choose a man who can win the support of the people to rule the Duchy of Naples.

But this possibility is not high.

After all, the concept of "being able to convince the public" is quite vague.

Even if we select a person who can convince the people from the current empire using very strict standards, that person may not be able to convince a small number of people.

Moreover, this is equivalent to punishing the entire Florence family. Although the other party's conspiracy with cultists and orcs to subvert the empire is enough for the emperor to cancel his family's noble status, this is unprecedented in the history of the empire after all.

To set this precedent, we must consider the possible consequences in the future.

"Do you think General Scaloni in the army will become the new Duke of Napoli?" At this time, Orson asked suddenly.

"...Probably not." Olivia thought about it, then shook her head.

"General Scaloni has not fought a brilliant counterattack like Duke Antica did when facing the massive invasion of orcs, and he does not have enough connections and support in the country."

"But, after a while, maybe he will have connections to support him," Orson said meaningfully.

……

In a mansion somewhere in Saint Laurent City.

It has been a while since she last met Arthas, and during this time, Rosalind has never received an invitation from Arthas.

But just yesterday, Rosalyn received a letter from Arthas.

In the letter, Arthas expressed his longing for Rosaline and asked Rosaline to meet him after he returned to Saint Laurent.

Rosalin was not stupid, she certainly knew what Arthas was thinking.

"Hehe, that's how men are." After looking at the mirror for a long time, Rosalyn couldn't help but snorted coldly.

"When you were powerful, you ignored people like me. Now that you need my help, you come to me."

"What am I, someone who can be summoned and dismissed at will?"

Of course, she only dared to vent such complaints in her own room.

Being very sensitive to politics, she had sensed something fishy in the series of events that had taken place in Saint Laurent City.

After learning that Arthas and Elsa were both banned, she knew that her chance had come.

He had looked down on Arthas when she was at the height of her fame, but now that he was down and out, Rosaline's opportunity naturally came.

She not only wants to be a queen, she also wants to be the queen who can turn the tide for Arthas.

Only in this way can she gain the most benefits for her family.

"Father, just wait. I will help you become the Duke."

Chapter 107: Meet Again

"Congratulations, Charlotte."

Phil walked into the room and looked at Sherlock, who was sitting at the desk reasoning with pen and paper, and spoke with a smile.

After spending these days together, the relationship between the two gradually became more familiar, and Phil also called her by the nickname Charlotte.

"What's wrong?" Sherlock didn't look at Phil, still staring at the paper on his desk.

"Because of your outstanding performance, His Majesty intends to promote you to the position of Chief of the Criminal Investigation Department of the Public Security Bureau, and you will be fully responsible for this and all future public security issues in Saint Laurent City."