Female Leads Obsess Over a Counter-Attack Character with Narrow Eyes

The next day arrived.

Though the pain in my face still throbbed, I moved my legs, overcoming it with a slight groan.

“Well, fortunately I got directions to the auditorium from Lady Chloe, otherwise I would have almost become a lost child.”

Rain drops pouring down can be seen through the window.

The place I’m heading to is not the classroom but the auditorium. All students are gathering at the auditorium to hear the explanation of the schedule for the upcoming semester.

Of course, having heard that boring schedule introduction countless times and having already memorized all the schedules, I’m not particularly interested in the explanation itself, but rather more interested in the event that will happen afterward.

‘I wonder who will be chosen this time.’

The blessing event of Merquin, the spirit who protects this Luin Academy. It’s an event where Merquin bestows blessings on students who have shown the most remarkable development over the past semester.

The number of people receiving that blessing is a total of 3.

Each grade has about 300 students, and with a total of 4 grades, Luin Academy has approximately 1,200 students, which means that to be recognized by Merquin and receive the blessing, one must be in the top 0.25% in terms of growth rate.

‘This was quite tough.’

Even for him, an experienced player, there were several experiences where he didn’t receive the blessing at this event. That’s because the growth rate of other named NPCs is quite fast.

‘Hmm… I guess this time it will be Charlotte and Jeremy… Ah right, Jeremy isn’t here now.’

After getting beaten by Elise yesterday, I wandered around various administrative offices looking for the existence of Jeremy Drimuore, ‘who was the character in the last playthrough he played,’ but the answer I got was quite bitter.

Ah, that blond-haired guy? He was quite a funny guy. I don’t know why you’re looking for him, but it’s better to give up. He’s the only one in the history of Luin Academy who dropped out right after the opening ceremony.

Jeremy Drimuore dropped out of Luin Academy about half a year ago from now. And I roughly guessed that fact.

‘Well, because I made him drop out directly.’

Because to nurture Jeremy as an assassin, there was no choice but to leave Luin Academy. Inevitably, I deviated from the main story and immediately headed to the underground to clear the assassin job change quest.

‘It seems this world is the world of my last playthrough.’

Which means that Jeremy in this world is steadily walking the path of an assassin.

‘He must be incredibly strong now.’

The thought of Jeremy, who has formidable specs from clearing all sorts of achievements and quests, swinging a sword at me makes my spine shiver.

“Please don’t point that dagger at me…”

“Is talking to yourself that fun?”

At that moment, Chloe’s voice was heard.

“Ah? Who is this, isn’t it the noble Lady Chloe? Good morning.”

“Saying such things to a family member won’t make me happy at all, so don’t waste your energy.”

“What are you saying? I just conveyed a sincere thought that welled up from my heart.”

Chloe, who couldn’t bear my brazen words, shook her head, then paused for a moment after checking my face and asked.

“I can’t live with this. Oh? But you… Why is your face like that?”

“Haha, compared to the beautiful Lady Chloe, my face is quite ugly.”

“No, that’s not what I’m saying! Why are there bruises on your face? And not just in one or two places.”

“Are you worried about me? This is, this is touching. May I cry a little?”

“Be quiet. What will others think if someone from the Frelia family walks around looking like that?”

“That would be a problem. But don’t worry, these are bruises from falling down while walking yesterday, they’ll disappear soon.”

Chloe nodded slightly at my answer.

“When today’s schedule is over, please visit the health center.”

“Since it’s Lady Chloe’s words, I’ll gladly do so.”

“…Can’t you really stop that way of speaking? It seems to have gotten worse since you lost your memory.”

“That would be a bit difficult. It’s stuck to my mouth and hard to change. Haha.”

Chloe sighs heavily. It seems she’s half given up on trying to correct my way of speaking.

“How adequate of you. Do you remember the way to the auditorium well? I taught you yesterday.”

Of course, I know the way to the auditorium. Not only did Chloe directly tell me, but there’s no way I, who has repeatedly cleared the game countless times, wouldn’t know the location of the auditorium.

But, I can’t resist having fun.

“Of course! I just need to go through the left corridor from here, right?”

“Haa…”

Chloe looked at me as if looking at some filth. Then she muttered quietly.

“If I hit his head hard, will his memory return? It might be worth trying…”

“Lady Chloe…? I can hear everything.”

“Ah, really? Ignore it, it’s just a monologue. Anyway, you don’t know the way, right? Follow me. I’ll guide you just this once.”

“As expected of Lady Clohye! Your grace not only fills but overflows!”

“Be quiet and follow me. Before I leave you behind.”

Hmm, it’s really fun.

Enjoying Chloe’s colorful reactions, I happily followed behind her.

“…concluding the schedule introduction, there will be time for bestowing Merquin’s blessing, which everyone has been waiting for. Please be quiet.”

I, who was half asleep, became wide awake the moment I heard the name ‘Merquin.’

Depending on who receives Merquin’s blessing, my future policy might change slightly.

‘I hope someone with a good tendency gets it.’

It becomes quite troublesome when an NPC with an evil tendency or a complete villain receives the blessing.

‘Please let a good person get it.’

I prayed earnestly with my hands clasped. I hope Merquin’s eyes haven’t gone bad.

In the midst of my prayer, I heard “Oooh” sounds around me, so I opened my eyes and looked forward.

The surrounding magical power gradually gathered towards the stage, then emitted a bright light and took the form of a person.

A being with an appearance difficult to distinguish whether male or female, wearing a pure white pajama, holding a pillow in the left hand, and covering the mouth with the right hand while yawning.

“Ahem… Bothersome. It’s already annoying to come out like this every half year, can’t you just handle it among yourselves now?”

Merquin, whose appearance is too shabby for a spirit protecting Luin Academy.

“Haha, would that be possible? In return for protecting Luin Academy and bestowing blessings every half year, we are providing you with a stable nest, aren’t we?”

Lucas, the dean of Luin Academy, standing next to Merquin, said with a bitter smile.

“Sigh, it’s my fault for signing the magic contract without properly checking it because it was too annoying. I should have been suspicious when the previous dean said he would prepare a comfortable place to sleep…”

Merquin rubbed his eyes and quickly scanned the students.

“Hmm. This time, I can see clearly. That’s good. I can go to sleep right away.”

Merquin enlarged the pillow he was holding in his left hand and mounted it. Soon, the pillow floated up and went to the area where the third-year students were.

Slowly landing and extending a hand to a male student, Merquin said.

“You. This is the third time you’re receiving my blessing, right? You’re lucky.”

The first recipient of Merquin’s patronage was Pascal Frelia.

‘Ah damn, of all people, it’s him.’

The worst case has become reality. It seems my life will become even more difficult from now on.

“…Is it really me?”

“Yes, you. I’m busy, so take my hand quickly.”

Pascal took Merquin’s hand, shedding tears of emotion.

“Thank you. I will repay your grace someday.”

Repay? He’ll just satisfy his self-interest.

“If you want to repay, that level is far~ from sufficient.”

As the two’s hands touched, a golden aura erupted from Merquin and was absorbed by Pascal.

“Now then, next…”

Merquin, who got back on the pillow, went to where the second-year students were.

“There’s none here.”

He casually passed by.

For a moment, sighs of disappointment burst out from the second-years, but no one could directly express dissatisfaction to Merquin.

Floating, the soft-looking pillow passed through the second-year area and entered the first-year area.

After looking around for a moment, Merquin found his target and quickly approached.

To Class 1-A.

“You. Take my hand quickly.”

The person Merquin pointed to was none other than Charlotte.

“Yes.”

Charlotte got up from her seat without any particular reaction and took Merquin’s hand.

“Hmm? Usually, people cheer when they receive my selection, but you don’t? Is it because you’re too surprised, or did you anticipate this situation?”

“Well, how about you guess for yourself?”

“Forget it, forget it. Too annoying.”

Similarly, a golden aura erupted from Merquin’s body and was absorbed into Charlotte’s body.

“…Good.”

Seeing Charlotte quietly rejoicing, Merquin smiled faintly and said.

“Yes. Such joy suits a little lady like you. Finally…”

This time, Merquin didn’t even get on the pillow. Just walking five steps.

“You.”

Merquin stood in front of Sheena Astorius. But according to my experience, Sheena wouldn’t receive Merquin’s blessing.

“Normally, the last blessing would be yours, but you, you’re coming to Luin Academy for the first time this semester, right?”

“Yes, that’s right.”

“Then it’s unfortunate. You need to attend here for at least one semester to receive my blessing. I promised the initial dean that.”

Merquin has always said he couldn’t bestow a blessing on Sheena with such words.

Then, who will get the remaining blessing?

Merquin passes by Sheena and takes five more steps forward.

“So… you can take the last blessing.”

Merquin stops in front of me and extends a hand to me.

Wait, me?

My head starts spinning. Why has Merquin chosen me?

‘Ah, could it be.’

Thinking about it a little, Merquin’s choice makes sense.

‘Is it natural since I obtained two Hero grade traits and a title?’

Even named NPCs wouldn’t have been able to newly acquire two Hero traits. Hero traits aren’t just any random name. It’s a natural fact.

On top of that, I even earned a title only given when achieving great accomplishments.

‘I’m not sure if making enemies grab their necks with their mouths is considered a great accomplishment.’

Well, good things are good, aren’t they?

“Me, do you mean me?”

“Yes. You with the tear mark on your cheek.”

“Are you perhaps not fully awake? Do you really mean me?”

“Ugh… Yes. It’s you. How many times do I need to say it for you to understand? So, are you going to take it or not?”

[Many characters recognize your existence]
[You receive 3000 points as a reward]
[Main Character — Charlotte Cervantes harbors doubt and vigilance towards you]
[You receive 500 points as a reward]

A blessing followed by numerous points. Today’s luck is too good.

“Haha, without a doubt!”

I vigorously got up from my seat, grasping Merquin’s hand.

A golden blessing erupts from Merquin and seeps into me.

I wonder what blessing will be given. 20% permanent increase in attack power? Increased mana recovery rate? Or maybe I’ll get a new title or trait.

Calming my racing heart, I waited for the message to appear with the mindset of a child waiting for a gift.

And the text that appeared before my eyes.

[You have received Merquin’s blessing]
[For 5 minutes, all the luck in the world is drawn to you]

Huh?

This isn’t right.