[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-am-i-the-villain-or-not":3,"chapter-am-i-the-villain-or-not-am-i-the-villain-or-not-chapter-240":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Am I the Villain or Not?",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},571499,820,"Chapter 240 - 242: Where’s My Husband?","am-i-the-villain-or-not-chapter-240",240,"\u003Cp>Elves who were used to freedom found it a bit hard to accept this all at once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, more than anything else, they just felt completely confused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A lake appeared out of nowhere, and then a mirror appeared out of nowhere on top of that.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And just with these things, they were supposed to undergo special training?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They couldn't understand it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only Cocotte stared closely at the mirror with some concern, her pretty eyebrows lifting slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From this mirror, she sensed something unusual.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Viktor waved his hand, and the mirror as a whole began to tremble slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, a crack split open across the surface of the mirror. Shards broke off and floated up from the surface, hovering around the frame.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The elves looked toward the center of the mirror. Inside the empty frame, it seemed as though a pool of purple, illusory mist was swirling, looking extremely eerie.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They gathered together, staring at the constantly rolling mist in front of them, filled with curiosity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Viktor's voice sounded from behind them, \"From today onward, you can use this mirror to train yourselves.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Trust me, it won't put you in any danger.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing Viktor's words, one elf couldn't help but feel curious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stretched out her hand and cautiously reached toward the void that had turned into a vortex.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In an instant, a powerful suction force surged out from the mirror.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As if she were being twisted and pulled in, the entire elf was sucked into the purple void and vanished from the real world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vinia, who saw everything from the side, froze. Her voice stuttered as her body trembled while she asked, \"S-s-she… where did she go?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Viktor looked at the mirror and said calmly, \"Don't panic. She just went into the world inside the mirror.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In order to better make use of the mirror demon, Viktor had made a small optimization to this mirror.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>People who entered the mirror would no longer be forgotten by others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was now just a simple tool.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cocotte also felt somewhat surprised by what she was seeing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sitting on her cloud, she drifted over and leaned closer to the mirror, looking it up and down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Huh? How did you do this?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Viktor glanced at Cocotte and didn't explain much, only saying calmly, \"You'll know in a bit.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing that, Cocotte felt her body shudder slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had a bad feeling shooting straight up to the top of her head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Viktor stopped paying attention to Cocotte and casually snapped his fingers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As if receiving some kind of signal, the elf who had been swallowed by the mirror due to her curiosity was \"spat\" back out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She landed on the grass with a thump, and when she saw the worried gazes of her fellow elves all focused on her, she stuck out her tongue, scratched the back of her head awkwardly, and looked embarrassed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In an instant, countless elves swarmed over and surrounded her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chirping voices rose one after another.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were basically all asking what it felt like to go inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Viktor paid no attention to the restless elves and simply spoke, \"Next, Leon will lead you through your training.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Once you start getting stronger and can freely use your natural energy, you'll be able to do what your queen can do as well.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Viktor reached out with one hand and grabbed Cocotte off her cloud.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Huh? Ah?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cocotte felt herself leaving the cloud beneath her and immediately struggled, \"Hey, Viktor, what are you doing?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you've got something to say, then say it, why are you grabbing me?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, Viktor completely ignored her struggle and held her steadily with one hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, after hearing Viktor's words, the other elves' eyes lit up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The elves greatly admired their queen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the elves' world, only the queen could reproduce elves, so they worshiped her without thinking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although times had changed, and now any elf could have children, the queen's status in their hearts had not diminished at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Being able to become as powerful as the Elf Queen?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their hearts immediately started itching with anticipation, their eyes full of excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Viktor was very satisfied when he saw the elves' reactions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This counted as a good start.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Using Cocotte to stir up the elves' fighting spirit was quite effective.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The elves' talent wasn't bad, it was just that an overly comfortable life had made them forget that they themselves possessed the power to fight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Vinia pointed at herself and asked Viktor, \"M-me too? Do I need to join as well?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Viktor turned his head and glanced at her, saying calmly, \"No, you don't.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the Elf High Priestess, and one of the few elves who remained clear-headed, Vinia needed to lead the other elves in the Elven Forest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>More importantly, she needed to handle trade between the Elven Forest and the Empire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since Cocotte didn't do any work, everything had to be handled personally by Vinia.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This included preparing the goods the elves wanted to trade, those weren't even ready yet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The elves had taken an interest in export trade and establishing diplomatic relations with a nation, finding it all very novel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As a result, the enthusiastic elves wanted to export far too many things.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not just fruit wine and jade dew, but also fruits unique to the Elven Forest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some elves even wanted to sell the leaf-made underwear they wore close to their bodies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But overall, if they wanted to free the elves' thinking, contact with the human world was necessary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Prepare the goods for your first trade with the Empire. Before long, I'll be returning to the royal capital.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Viktor made the announcement to the elves, which also served as a reminder to Vinia, 'time was tight, so hurry up and prepare the goods.'\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Vinia nodded seriously and replied, \"I understand.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, however, Cocotte, who was dangling in the air, swaying back and forth in Viktor's grip, had something to say.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey, could you stop grabbing my clothes? I feel really tired.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Viktor glanced at her slightly and said calmly, \"This is to prevent you from running away.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"…?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Those words alone left Cocotte completely stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Run away? Why would she run away?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Viktor continued holding her and extended his other hand forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A fierce wind burst forth from the center, sweeping up the surrounding weeds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Blue fluorescent light gradually spread out, and patterns began to extend across the area.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A massive blue stone gate was constructed out of thin air from the formation, swaying continuously with a shimmering aura.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Powerful magic surged outward along with the wind, blowing head-on against Viktor's black coat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cocotte blinked blankly at the gate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From the other side of the teleportation gate, she sensed a familiar feeling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seemed to lead straight into the interior of the divine tree.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Viktor dragged her along and slowly walked toward the portal, calmly saying to Cocotte, \"Tomorrow is the academy's opening day.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As the teaching assistant I applied for, you should understand what you need to do.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cocotte blinked blankly, then suddenly widened her eyes and cried out, \"N-no… don't!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She flailed her arms, becoming extremely agitated, her eyes filled with despair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But being held by Viktor, she had no ability to resist at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She could only listen as Viktor calmly spoke words that plunged her into despair, \"Get ready.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You're working overtime.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Viktor dragged Cocotte and forcibly stepped through the teleportation gate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing its master leave, the cloud hurriedly chased after Cocotte and followed her into the blue portal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After that, the gate closed once more, and the raging wind gradually died down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only a group of elves remained, standing in place and staring at one another.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, the pair of purple eyes on the mirror opened once again, shooting out two beams of strange light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The mirror opened wide, like another gate to hell, waiting for them to enter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leon looked at the elves and issued a stern command, \"It's time to begin today's training.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Elves.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>———\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the vast living hall of the Clavenna residence, the servants had already prepared the tea and brought it in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gwen sat on the sofa, wearing armor and carrying a red longsword, seated upright.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After pouring the tea, the servant politely nodded to Gwen, and Gwen returned the gesture with a nod and a word of thanks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A few minutes later, Liya walked down the stairs step by step.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The pink nightdress she had been wearing earlier had already been changed into her usual clothes, and she had applied a light layer of makeup to her face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her whole body now gave off a capable, professional air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After coming downstairs, Liya went over to Gwen, who was sitting on the sofa.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She moved closer and sat down across from her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gwen happened to look up at the same time and meet Liya's gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then Liya asked first, \"How did you get here?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Last night, I rode through the night. As soon as I arrived in Bryeston, I came straight here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing Gwen's words, Liya finally noticed it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was clear fatigue and weariness on Gwen's face, the obvious result of not resting all night.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at Liya, Gwen continued, \"I was very worried about you, so…\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liya sighed, \"Even if you were worried, there was no need to rush over overnight.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She understood Gwen's anxiety.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, she had experienced it herself once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After forgetting Viktor, that sense of urgency caused by the gap in her memories was unavoidable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liya spread her hands and said, \"Tomorrow is Monday.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her meaning was simple, if she wanted to see Viktor, there was no need to run all the way to Bryeston.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, Viktor would be returning to the royal capital tomorrow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Gwen raised her head seriously and straightened her back, \"I can't calmly sit and wait for news.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If I don't see it with my own eyes right away, I can't feel at ease.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liya sighed, understood what Gwen meant, and called upstairs, \"Henny!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A burst of hurried footsteps came from upstairs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thump! Thump! Thump!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Henny took quick little steps and ran to the top of the stairs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She leaned out from upstairs, looked at Liya, and asked,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Miss Liya, what do you need?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Liya looked up at Henny, spread her hands, and said with a teasing tone, \"Take our knight.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"To go see her oh-so-important fiance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1737,"2026-05-30T15:48:18.711Z","2026-06-01T04:31:37.164Z",1,"novelbin.me","6837cd32cdbb926c9c49df1b62908de0febd16efa3de7caafb7f917fbb5fafd1","am-i-the-villain-or-not-chapter-241","am-i-the-villain-or-not-chapter-239",393,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fam-i-the-villain-or-not-cover.jpg"]