Reborn as a Useless Noble with my SSS-Class Innate Talent-Chapter 53: Ch : A Failed Plan - Part 1

The sun slowly rose over the village, casting a soft glow over the rooftops. In the empty room, the village leader’s daughter stirred awake.

Her head felt heavy, and for a moment, she struggled to remember where she was. Then, she blinked.

The bed beside her was empty.

She sat up quickly, looking around in confusion.

"Where am I…? Did I succeed last night?"

She muttered, her mind racing.

Her memories from last night were hazy.

She had snuck into Lord Kyle’s room. She had planned to make it look like they spent the night together. But now, he was gone.

Even though she did not remember much of what happened, the answer to what happened here was clear- she had managed to spend a night with the young lord.

A smirk formed on her lips.

"He must have gone out for a bath."

She whispered to herself.

This was her chance. If she made a big enough scene, people would assume something had happened.

Even if Kyle denied it, the rumors would force him to take responsibility.

Just as she was about to step out of the room, a sudden tapping sound made her freeze.

Tap. Tap.

She turned toward the window. A large bird was perched outside.

Her brows furrowed.

’Lord Kyle’s bird? What is it doing out there? I should let it inside-’

Without thinking, she walked over and pushed the window open. The moment she did, loud gasps echoed from below.

"Look! The village leader’s daughter!"

Someone whispered.

"She’s in Lord Kyle’s room? Did she want to try something?"

Another voice asked in shock.

She blinked, confused. Why was everyone staring at her?

Then, her eyes swept over the crowd and landed on her father. He was waving his hands wildly, his face pale. His eyes screamed one thing: Step back! Don’t say anything!

Her stomach twisted.

Then, she saw him.

Standing right beside her father, watching with an unreadable expression, was Lord Kyle.

His calm eyes met hers. His arms were crossed, as if he had been standing there for a long time, watching everything unfold.

Her breath caught in her throat.

"This…"

She whispered, her face draining of color.

Kyle’s lips curled into a smirk.

"Did the village leader’s daughter spend the night in the Young Lord’s room while he was about? Shit! She tried to seduce him, did she not?"

Another villager questioned and she felt her knees go weak.

She had played right into a trap.

The sight of the village leader’s daughter standing in Lord Kyle’s room shocked everyone. Gasps and whispers spread through the crowd like wildfire.

"What is she doing in there?"

"Did something happen between them?"

The village leader’s face turned pale, but he quickly forced out a nervous laugh. He had to take control of the situation before it spiraled out of his hands.

"Haha, everyone, there must be a misunderstanding! Last night, there was a lot of drinking. My daughter must have gotten confused and wandered into the wrong room."

He raised his hands, trying to calm the growing tension.

Some villagers exchanged glances. The excuse seemed weak, but no one dared question him outright.

Meanwhile, inside the room, the village leader’s daughter hurriedly changed her clothes.

Her hands trembled as she fixed her appearance.

This was not how things were supposed to go.

If Lord Kyle had returned before dawn, she could have played the victim and forced him to take responsibility.

But instead, she had exposed herself to the entire village.

Taking a deep breath, she stepped outside. Her face was pale, but she forced a weak smile as she walked toward the crowd.

Kyle’s gaze landed on her.

"Tell me, what were you doing in my room?"

He said calmly, his voice carrying through the silent crowd.

The daughter swallowed hard. She could feel the pressure of every villager’s eyes on her. If she admitted to her father’s plan, both of them would be ruined.

"I… I was drunk! I don’t remember much, but I must have stumbled into the wrong room by accident."

She said quickly, bowing her head.

Kyle stepped forward, placing a firm hand on her shoulder. She flinched.

"I see. If that’s the case, then I won’t take it personally. We all make mistakes."

He said, his tone unreadable.

The village leader let out a relieved sigh, but Kyle wasn’t finished. His eyes swept over the crowd before landing back on the leader.

"However, I expect this village’s loyalty in return."

The leader straightened.

"Of course! It’s only natural! The young lord saved us all. We are eternally grateful."

Kyle smiled, but there was a sharpness in his gaze.

"Good."

Bruce stepped forward, arms crossed.

"Then let’s talk about what that loyalty means. I’m sure you won’t mind fulfilling a few small conditions."

His eyes locked onto the village leader, who stiffened.

Kyle glanced at Bruce and nodded slightly. He trusted Bruce to handle this. Bruce had a better mind for politics and wouldn’t let the village leader twist things in his favor.

The village leader forced a smile.

"Of course, of course. Let’s discuss it."

Kyle turned away, uninterested. He had already won.

The village leader’s daughter stood frozen, her hands clenched at her sides.

She could feel the stares of the villagers, their silent judgment weighing on her shoulders. Her plan had completely backfired, and now she had nowhere to run.

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Kyle sighed and patted her shoulder lightly.

"I already warned you last night. You’re not my type."

He said, his voice calm but firm.

Her breath hitched.

"This was your choice. If you refused to listen, that’s on you"

he continued, stepping back.

Her face burned with shame.

She wanted to protest, to say something that would turn the situation in her favor, but there was nothing left to say.

Everyone had seen the truth. Any excuse she made now would only embarrass her further.

Tears welled up in her eyes as she turned sharply on her heel and ran. The crowd parted for her, whispering among themselves.

"She really thought she could trap Lord Kyle?"

"How shameless…"

"She brought this on herself."

The village leader clenched his fists but said nothing. His plan had failed, and now all he could do was watch as his daughter disappeared from sight, her reputation in ruins.