The Villainess Quit: My New Life Plan
The unexpected inheritance
The Unexpected Inheritance"
Picking up from Elara's realization that Seraphina has taken Julian off her hands
Elara
(To Adonis] Oh, wow. The heroine works fast. Good for her.
Adonis (system)
This is a critical bypass! Seraphina's rapid integration into the male lead's interest circle destabilizes your 'villainess' role. Probability of direct confrontation: significantly reduced.
Mr. Harrison
Anyway, that's not why I called you here. A letter arrived this morning. From your Great Aunt Matilda.
Elara
Great Aunt Matilda? The eccentric one who lives in that secluded manor on the coast? I haven't seen her in years.
Mr. Harrison
She... passed away last week. Quietly, in her sleep. And she's left you everything.
Elara
Everything? The manor? The antique collection? The... five cats?
Mr. Harrison
Indeed. And a rather substantial trust fund, contingent upon you taking full residency at the manor within two weeks. And a note. Addressed only to you.
Mr. Harrison
"My dear Elara,"
Mr. Harrison
"I always knew you had more spirit than you let on. It's time to forge your own path, away from the expectations. This is your chance. Don't waste it."
Elara
(To Adonis] Okay, this is definitely NOT in the plot! This changes everything
Adonis (system)
NEW QUEST ALERT! "The Eccentric Heiress." Objective: Establish independent residence, manage inherited assets, avoid all original plot triggers. Reward: Complete Narrative Freedom.
Elara
A manor on the coast, away from all this family drama and social obligations? With a trust fund? And cats? Adonis, I think I just hit the jackpot.
Elara
Dad, tell me more about this manor. How far is it from the city? And are there any good libraries nearby?
Mr. Harrison
It's quite isolated, a good two-hour drive. As for libraries... I suppose you could always start one yourself, with Matilda's collection. She had an extensive collection of rare books.
Elara
😲Rare books? Adonis, did you hear that? This isn't a tragedy; it's a research grant and a private escape pod!
Adonis (system)
Narrative trajectory: OPTIMAL. Villainess path: ERADICATED. Potential for peaceful, academic, and cat-filled existence: MAXIMUM.
Elara
This is it. This is my rewrite.😊😇
Elara
Dad, I accept. I'll move into Aunt Matilda's manor.
The two week countdown
Elara
Adonis, cross-reference my university's fellowship application deadline with the manor's residency requirement. I need to be moved in and unpacked by next Friday.
Adonis (system)
University deadline: Next Thursday. Manor contingency: Must be settled by the Friday after. Analysis: You have precisely 8 days to dismantle your entire life and relocate.
Elara
Perfect. Just enough time. I'll call the movers. And I need a new, massive bookshelf. The study in the manor looked suspiciously empty in the one photo Dad showed me.
Adonis (system)
A wise investment. Books are a much better use of your attention than "emotional spirals and schemes of revenge"
Julian
Hey. Are you actually moving out? My dad heard yours talking about Aunt Matilda’s place.
Elara
....Oh, speak of the selectively engaged devil.
Elara
Yes, Julian. 😬I am. It's a marvelous opportunity. And it puts a healthy two-hour drive between us. Win-win.
Julian
Come on, Elara. We need to talk about this. You can't just abandon your life here! Who am I supposed to talk to about......
Seraphina
Julian, darling, your tea is getting cold! Did you find the information on the Roman Denarius you were asking about?
Julian
Just a minute, Seraphina!
Julian
See? Who am I supposed to talk to about my feelings?
Elara
You literally have a kind, sweet, new fiancée standing right there who is genuinely interested in your family's niche hobbies. Talk to her, Julian.
Elara
My feelings are currently dedicated to the socio-economic impact of the Etruscan Trade Routes, which requires me to pack. Bye.😇
Julian
Wait! If you're moving, what about the Harrison Gala next week? You have to attend!
Elara
Ah, the Harrison Gala. Original Plot Arc 4: "The Dramatic Public Confrontation."
Adonis (system)
Correct. The scheduled venue for your spectacular, tearful downfall. Avoiding this event is mandatory.
Elara
I have movers coming, Julian. And a rare book collection to catalog. I'll send my apologies. Tell Seraphina she looks lovely, and enjoy being the center of attention without me trying to ruin it.
Seraphina
Oh! Is that Elara? Julian, tell her I hope she has a wonderful time moving! I've always wanted to live near the ocean!
Julian
See? She's so nice! You don't have to run away!
Elara
I'm not running away. I'm running towards a life where I don't have to listen to you whine. Congratulations to both of you. Truly.
Adonis (system)
Block successful. Proximity to 'Tragic Romance' arc reduced to zero. Narrative Integrity: 99%.
Adonis (system)
Minor Risk Detected: You still possess the 'Villainess' wardrobe. An emergency social function could still trigger a relapse.
Elara
That old wardrobe is full of expensive, heavy gowns that take up space. I'm donating the lot. All of it.
Elara
New goal: Ship the books, hire a bookshelf constructor, and buy myself a nice warm cardigan for the coast. The Villainess Closet is Closed.
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