[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-reincarnated-as-the-villainess-s-son":3,"chapter-reincarnated-as-the-villainess-s-son-reincarnated-as-the-villainess-s-son-chapter-183":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Reincarnated As The Villainess's Son",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1365936,1806,"Chapter 183  Calmness [1]","reincarnated-as-the-villainess-s-son-chapter-183",183,"\u003Cp>[Aljanah Dukedom, Pargoina Empire]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The corridor within the castle echoed with the sound of footsteps.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The tall, ornate columns supported the pathway leading inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The passageway was lined with arched windows and doorways, while the ceiling above had lights that allowed dim, filtered light to enter, casting shadows across the stone floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How are things going for you?\" A woman with black hair, highlighted red at the ends, asked, glancing beside her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adaliah glanced sideways, her obsidian eyes staring. Parting her lips, she whispered, \"Shut up, Sypha.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tch, always so grumpy.\" Clicking her tongue in annoyance, she replied, \"We've known each other for so long, and you're still like this.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You shouldn't have come back,\" Adaliah commented, looking forward, her natural blackish-brown hair tied properly in a low pony tail.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My lady called me,\" Sypha replied, shrugging her shoulders. \"...I can't say no to her now, can I?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adaliah said nothing and just walked forward, clasping her hands behind her back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A staircase inside the castle came into view.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Placing her hand on the railing, Sypha stepped up, glancing around the place.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A look of nostalgia filled her eyes, but it didn't last long as she glanced back at Adaliah.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do you have any idea why she called me back?\" Sypha asked, tilting her head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most of the work Sypha handled was from outside, infiltrating other kingdoms and empires including the ones that are not within the human domain and overseeing the organization.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had the authority to control the organization, make them do any work she wanted, ranking just below Adaliah.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You'll know soon enough,\" Adaliah replied cryptically, without looking at her. \"And before we get in, try to behave yourself.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sypha glanced at her, ready to rebuke, but stayed quiet as they arrived in front of an office door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The twin horns on her head slowly retracted... a sign of submission her race displayed to those they think are superior to them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Knock, knock.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adaliah knocked twice and waited for a response.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come in.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A cold voice echoed from within, prompting her to twist the doorknob and walk in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My lady.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They both bowed in unison, showing the utmost respect to her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The woman with platinum hair gazed up before slowly leaning back in the chair she was sitting in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A mahogany table lay between them, filled with neatly arranged files and documents along with a map of Akasha.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Esmeray's lifeless grey eyes stared at Sypha, who was still bowing before her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Raise your head,\" she whispered, and they obliged, standing straight with strained looks on their faces.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She looked at Sypha and asked, \"How is the condition of the Mizraim Empire now?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Like you wanted,\" Sypha replied, looking at her. \"Their economic conditions are declining, and aside from a few cities, most are facing inflation and riots with no helps from nobles.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmm.\" Esmeray hummed softly, nodding before looking down at the document. \"And who are they blaming for all of this?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The [Exiled Prince], whom they believe to be Azariah,\" Sypha replied, \"...Just like you wanted.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Esmeray nodded in reply, opening one of the files placed on the side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without looking up, she asked, \"What about the Ekari Kingdom?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Things have calmed down there after the massacre of nobles,\" Sypha replied, taking out a file from her bracelet and placing it on the table.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And as you predicted, the royal family has more or less accepted the offer from the church, just like the Mizraim Empire.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Anything noteworthy?\" Esmeray asked, placing the file back and picking up the one Sypha had placed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's about the youngest princess, Inës.\" Sypha mumbled softly. \"...Is it really wise to let her live?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And why do you say that?\" Esmeray asked calmly, glancing up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Her powers.\" A conflicted look crossed Sypha's face as she replied, \"...If she grows strong enough, she can easily manipulate the past. Won't that affect your plans?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"She isn't much of a threat right now,\" Esmeray replied dismissively. \"Her value will only increase when the [Oracle of the Future] awakens her legacy.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But, my lady, she is getting stronger quite fast. From what I've gathered, she is already integrating with the previous Oracle's memories.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I know what threat she poses,\" Esmeray replied, her gaze on the file, \"and I have already placed a counter for her.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sypha tilted her head. \"Who are you talking about, my lady?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Azariah,\" Adaliah chimed in, looking at her. \"...He is the one who will take care of her.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though still confused, Sypha slowly nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn't ask further, nor did she think herself worthy enough to question her lady's plans.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Throwing the file back on the table, Esmeray leaned back in her chair, looking out the window.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A thoughtful look crossed her face as she placed her chin on her hand, resting on the armrest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Adaliah,\" she softly called, still gazing out the window.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, my lady,\" Adaliah replied, looking at her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How are things going with the Avatar?\" Esmeray asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Living his life normally within the academy,\" Adaliah replied. \"After his meeting with Irisveil, he hasn't done anything noteworthy.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Is that so?\" Esmeray whispered softly. \"Did you complete all the tasks I asked of you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, my lady,\" Adaliah replied, making Esmeray look back at her. \"All the arrangements you asked for—the links and the people to inform—have been handled.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Are the Principalities moving like we wanted?\" Esmeray asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes,\" Adaliah replied. \"...They want to kill the Avatar and the Maiden.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adaliah glanced at her before whispering, \"The Castia Highbloods also made contact with them for something.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I see,\" Esmeray whispered softly. \"Where is this exam happening?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"On an abandoned island,\" Adaliah replied, gazing down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Infiltrate and check how strong the Avatar is right now,\" Esmeray ordered, standing up from her chair, \"but do not interfere with the Principalities' work.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Who should I send, my lady?\" Adaliah asked, turning to look at her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No, you will be the one to do it,\" she replied, taking out a bottle of wine. \"You and Sypha will be the only ones to infiltrate.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adaliah kept her gaze on her before bowing slightly. \"As you wish, my lady.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmm.\" Esmeray hummed, pouring wine into a glass. \"...How are things going in Alfheim?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As of now, the elves are holding back quite well,\" Adaliah informed her. \"...Mostly because Lady Mariam is actively trying to prevent an all-out war.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Even after all that happened to her family?\" Esmeray mumbled, twirling the glass of wine in her hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"....She tried to contact you again, my lady,\" Adaliah informed, making Esmeray glance back at her. \"She wants to talk to you about Azariah.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ignore her,\" Esmeray replied firmly without a second thought. \"Make her as desperate as you can, and no matter what happens, don't let her meet him.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"About that...\" Adaliah mumbled. \"There is one more person trying to get in touch with Azariah.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Who?\" Esmeray asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lady Yennefer,\" Adaliah replied. \"...She wants to see him again.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ignore her as well,\" Esmeray whispered softly. \"...If both of them try to contact him, make sure she gets more priority not to meet him.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As you wish,\" Adaliah replied, nodding softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How is Azariah right now?\" Esmeray asked, taking a sip of her wine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He just got discharged from the hospital,\" Adaliah replied. \"His physical condition is worsening.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He's changed a lot,\" Esmeray mumbled, looking at the wine glass. \"He used to never interfere in anyone's life, and now he's trying to save others....He is getting out of my control.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Did we find out who is helping him?\" Sypha asked, glancing at Adaliah. \"Is someone really influencing his decisions?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes,\" Adaliah replied, nodding. \"...Otherwise, it doesn't make sense for him to change this much... coming out of his isolation.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But who is that being?\" Sypha asked, curiously. \"...A god? A goddess? Or some other entity?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...How many people is Azariah close to right now?\" Esmeray asked, looking at Adaliah.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Around eight,\" Adaliah replied. \"You already know most of them.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Esmeray nodded softly before glancing at Sypha. \"I have a task for you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, my lady?\" Sypha replied eagerly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"When you infiltrate,\" Esmeray whispered, devoid of emotion, \"...kill two of them.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sypha smiled brightly, nodding. \"Of course, my lady.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Are you going to break him again, my lady?\" Adaliah asked, staring at her, \"If we keep on hurting him—.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He is my son,\" Esmeray replied. \"No matter how many times he falls, he will always stand back up.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adaliah slowly nodded, not attempting to argue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is there anything else you want to inform me of?\" Esmeray asked, walking back to her chair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They both shook their heads in response.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Taking her seat, Esmeray ordered, \"If not, then you can go.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bowing their heads, they turned and walked out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sypha.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as they reached the door, Esmeray called out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, my lady?\" Sypha asked, turning back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"About Azariah,\" Esmeray whispered, looking at her. \"...I've changed my mind.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adaliah chimed in, looking at her. \"We are sparing his close ones?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No.\" Esmeray denied, staring at Sypha, her lips parting as she whispered emotionlessly,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Instead of two, kill half of them.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1520,"2026-06-05T21:29:08.031Z",1,"novelbin.me","a28b895d9a0b51a7fc8c70400f0f623d6114ea5c96e54a6ce1b0d4f0e79b8b2a","reincarnated-as-the-villainess-s-son-chapter-184","reincarnated-as-the-villainess-s-son-chapter-360",556,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Freincarnated-as-the-villainess-s-son-cover.jpg"]