After seeing her go to such lengths to own her actions, we get a frustrating and, frankly, confusing recollection of her terrible childhood (they suggest she's being starved, but that doesn't really make sense with other info given, MC doesn't have a lot of clothes but wouldn't that make her ambitious family lookbad? Ill be curious to read what others thought about the series in the comments and apologies for making you endure my ramblings. There is about two pages dedicated to this, and Cedric immediately disregards his concern as ridiculous. Tia deliberately goes about breaking this illusion for him in order to reduce Laurence's influence and to destabilize the man himself. She just wanted a hug! Artezia was also notorious for doing this. Chapter 129. I have never cared about this kind of thing before, but I guess you could say TVLT has a special place in my heart. I can't even edit this screenshot smaller, you have to see this fucking framing in its entirety. Chapter 2 is a slap in the 1's face. His opinion on Tia changes based on what she does for him. The only survivors of the slaughter were the twelve-year old Roygar, and their newborn nephew Cedric, ostensibly because, as children, they couldn't be considered threats yet. Dripping wet at the thought of being princess carried in front of the wretched poor before my boyfie glares at them, sword exposed, in case one of them tries to touch me, MC "roasts" like the actual context of this gif. She resolved to sacrifice herself so that the world could have another chance and the fact that she is still alive was not part of her original plan. There are also no overly bombastic gestures and he doesnt try to hide her away from other people. Even so, his lack of legitimacy caused some stability problems, so when he ascended the throne he had most of the other members of the imperial family murdered so they couldn't contest his rule. She shares personal info unbecoming of an alleged mastermind. What does a woman mourning the son I scapegoated care about my neglectful family? plot conveniently happens to MC in a way she could not have planned but we'll pretend she did". Yeah lets be honest even I was cringing at the dresses like what kind of time travel designer do yall have? She knows there's no point in doing so. Spoiler The Villainess Lives Twice/ . It's not until after she's taken a light sedative in order to frame a political opponent that a doctor examines her and reveals the situation. Lol jk actually she has a tragic backstory that is vewy sad :,( and we're not saying you should feel sorry for this poor little war criminal lady, but she just wantes her momma's love! But that was 18 years ago. Puffy princess sleeves? I'm being sincere when I say I'm 99% of the time totally fine with the fashion choices of the genre. Now was not the time to think about the problems of Grand Duchy Evron. I have a mighty need for writers to fill the gap on villainess characters that are actually villainous. Now this is just one example of many in the story, but it highlights a lot of what the series does well. Leticia is generally considered more of a worthy heir to the throne than Cedric himself and after her little brother is born she keeps the position of crown princess. I can't even edit this screenshot smaller, you have to see this fucking framing in its entirety. Considering Artizeas purpose to raise Cedric to the throne, it was something she shouldnt have done. As a master manipulator and schemer, she became his most valuable ally in seizing the empire's throne. That was one of the biggest reasons why the Emperor did not have time to mourn the death of his children and hit the Duchy of Riagan. Protective League of Villains (My Hero Academia) Reunions; Getting Back Together; Beta Read; Summary. "Devise a plan.". When Echard spoke with The Republic in October 2022, his stint as a reality television star was still weighing on him seven months after his "Bachelor" season finished airing. --- SSS-Class Suicide Hunter Suddenly Became A Princess One Day Second Life Ranker Kill the Hero Dungeon Reset I Met the Male Lead in Prison The Villainess is a Marionette Daddy, I Don't Want to Marry! An epic, gaga, and relentlessly ultra-violent Japanese rap opera about the zero-sum gang war that erupts after spoiler alert someone makes a big deal about a small penis, Sono Sion's . He killed her parents and possibly even his own children with her to take over the Riagan Duchy. However, she threw the jewelry she had received out of the window. Hearing Cedrics plea, she chooses to use an ancient magic to turn back time. Fashion is absolutely on the Manhwa artist for being lazy. Eighteen years ago, when he was only nine years old, Boertz could never have not heard of the truth. isn't a completely self destructive psychopath. She hated holding it. HE ACTUALLY TRUSTS TIA. This makes Artezia deeply uncomfortable because she feels she doesn't deserve it. Wonderful. This is a quick point but the author does a great job at keeping the pace consistent, giving time to really flesh out the characters while at the same time not letting the story drag too long at any one arc. TVTropes is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License. As long as Grand Duke Roygar goes down south personally, Artizeas purpose is achieved. A genius schemer, creating an emperor! Honestly all otome isekais are laughably bad when it comes to fashion. There is always a villainess who become the biggest stumbling block in the relationship between the male and female leads, the one with the most miserable ending. Why didnt you meet His Majesty the Emperor first? Every single chapter after had me desperately searching for the potential I saw in the first. Idk if he's really a second male lead but he still likes tia even though she killed him in their past . Its an important affair, and nothing less than an international dispute. So she shower her favorite (the one that is a extention of herself) with love and decides to leave the other with the bare minimum or less, even food or clothing is too much for the scapegoat forget love or positive attention. I got it. In her effort to please her mother, Artezia went on a diet and eats very little even to the present of the story. The kidnapping and betrayal are foreshadowed, but we are still left shocked by it actually happening. It meant that he could strengthen the influence of the merchants that had been distributing salt in the eastern region so far. Cedric eventually admits he remembers everything she did, but since this includes her grief at the trouble she caused he can overlook it since he fell in love with her before he fully remembered. She just wanted a hug! However, Aubrey is not finished, and when approached by Southern pirates who are looking to kidnap Tia, she willingly provides castle maps and the location of the secret escape path in the castle. The law that only allows people to have affairs with married people is to simply give a reason that Lawrence, Artezia's brother, cannot be the immediate heir to the throne. There are no real points where it bad and a lot of great panels, but it nowhere near Marionette or Who Made Me a Princess. while she's sleeping, holds her hand while she's sleeping, and even admitted to having thoughts about sleeping with her??? It meant that he would entrust the official salt distribution of the eastern region to the businesses within the reach of Grand Duke Roygar. HAHAHAHAHA (WOOPS minor last book spoiler) The next parts of the second book are really interesting. Even if the name Lady Ford is related. The fashion is hideous, anachronistic, and at points, clearly copied from something else. She openly calls herself a tool, doesnt eat well at the start of the story, willingly put herself in the firing line for the sake of her plans and thinks of herself as incapable of love. I'm sure people love it, but unfortunately I'm not much of a romantic. Too bad, there was potential. Tia sees the ruined remains on her trip to see Cedric, and truly realises what Lawrences tyranny has wrought. great rant tho . Grand Duke Roygar couldnt help but pay attention. I stopped reading when I saw how deep this rant is , simply because I don't want your criticism to effect my enjoyment , also I don't like most of mangas because of my own criticism , so reading yours may add more criticism to my perspective . At first, this seems to be why Laurence silenced Artezia. And South Sea salt was used in the central, eastern, and southern parts of the empire. I remember I read some chapters of the novel and read the Manwua and think: "I'm glad I read the novel or I would had miss that". The duel pistol that Cedric gave was in the drawer of Grand Duke Roygars study desk. The coarse salt he made himself and its distribution. Spoiler The Villainess Lives Twice/ . For now, it seemed that Cedric was struggling to adapt and fulfill his duties in central politics. There's a hideous blue 1980s polyester prom tux I know I'm missing. Her character arc is generally about learning to value herself, and battling the guilt from her previous life. Lawrence is her ultimate pride, and she will do anything to ensure he succeeds. We then spend a bit under 20 chapters exploring the northern duchy, seeing the warm family dynamic that Cedric believes in, and Tia begins to relax a little. edit: just read up to latest chapters 40 & 41 and what in the actual fuck dude says he won't do jack shit to her then RIGHT AWAY cuddles her, tells her to "get used to it", kisses her (nose? And in the meantime, the Riagan Ducal couple kept their silence in the South. The Villainess is the Heroine's Biggest Fan. His feelings for Tia develop naturally and he isnt blown away by her beauty or some gimmick skill she has. The fact that he shows such flippancy towards his master to someone as important as himself shows that he's gotten used to not caring about her. Conversely, it was difficult for Grand Duke Roygar to make a big mistake. i can't tell if you're opening my eyes or that i'm too fascinated by your dedication in writing this rant. After spending time with her, he slowly starts to notice he finds her attractive. I fully expect not everyone will agree with my opinion, and I am not going to act like the series is perfect, but I do hope you will indulge me another long post and many thanks for those who bother to read this. The slum scene left SUCH a BAD taste in my mouth ugh. Artizea decided to immediately take the property that was in the carriage and dispose of it. From childhood, Artezia Rosan's happiness was dependent on ensuring the success of her brother. No matter how we finish this task safely, if next year prices soar and damage the health of our people, how will we be able to withstand the continuing accusations and responsibility that follows?. He first bribed the butler of Duke Riagans residence in the capital so that he would hear about the Empress. You can see how much it hurts him to be betrayed by someone he trusted unconditionally. Because Fernando Riagan and his wife kept the fact that they were involved in the accident of the former Ducal couple a secret. If I had to isolate one defining factor that makes the Villainess live Twice great, it would be that everything feels earned. She later states that she has very little dancing experience for this very reason. The Duchy of Riagan had monopoly rights on the South Sea salt. The author does a fantastic job establishing plot points and letting them flourish naturally with nothing feeling rushed. She supports Lawrence, but her actions cause suffering to the citizens of the empire and the deaths of many innocents. He isolates himself from politics, but out of necessity instead of indifference, knowing that the North cannot exists without the aid from the other duchies. ; Friend to All Children: He was very kind to Lisia and Aubrey when they were children.In Aubrey's case it backfired on him as she became extremely clingy to the point of disaster. I may have felt mislead, but that doesn't mean romance-focused stories are bad - they're just not for me. King, I know you have a brain cell in there somewhere, use it. Of course, it was not a secret to those close to power. When a high school girl is reborn into the world of her favorite novel, she's ready for a life of riches, romance, and a front row seat to the drama. Disclaimer: Repeating this if you somehow missed it in the title, spoilers for The Villainess Lives Twice. If it is news from the Duchy of Riagan, the Imperial Palace must be waiting for it., Actually, Duke Riagan also told me to plead with His Majesty., But, His Majesty, will he save the Duchy of Riagan just because of my appeal? Cedric doesnt freak out at the thought of Tia talking to other men, nor does he obsessively try to control her. Unfortunately, he fails to realize that the servant's deepest loyalty is to the wellbeing of the empire, specifically in terms of having a ruler who is not pointlessly violent or cruel. The emperor's daughter is seen doing stupid stuff because coming to complain when the emperor is in his happy place is inherently stupid. This creates an obsessive possessiveness that manifests in her hitting, bully and demeaning Tia. Tia is then is left to reflect on her actions for some time, growing to regret what she has done. She has secured the affection of the emperor, but is self-aware that it is only a superficial attraction to her beauty. They're the best. Tia ; " So Lord Cedric is not surprised that I'm not surprised.". Video. She is a distinct and defined character, with clear strengths and obvious weaknesses. So Grand Duke Roygar would want to go down south to do it himself.. She managed to appoint her brother as a king even with a more suitable heir and a powerful politic enemy and she did it fucking people over. You know, the usual. But Bill reassures her that he loves her, and nothing can stand in their way. I will reiterate though: the dresses are ugly. Some webnovel readers say the content is more politics-based, although there is still romance between . I must have overlooked it, Thanks broi wanted to know the same thing. I probably missed a few things but writing this was exhausting and I think I summed up all I wanted to. But you know what the best part about this is, he doesnt become obsessed with Tia the way other male leads do. Will plans on doing everything he can to help these villains find themselves, and he thinks he has just the solution: group therapy. The Villainess Lives Again ( , Agnyeoneun du beon sanda; also known as The Villainess Lives Twice) is a Web Serial Novel from 2018 written by Mint Han and published by Golem Factory. His children are a product of this ambition. Artezia thus tasks Countess Eunice to play the obedient daughter to appease Gregor, butters up Gregor herself, and sows seeds of discord in her own family. The Villainess Lives Twice: "Tia, your brother has to do well for you to do well." By committing all sorts of evil acts, she made her brother the emperor. The only reason I finished all the chapters is because I kept thinking "it'll probably get better after a few chapters" But tbh the way the story progresses doesn't seem to be the case, hope I'm wrong tho. woopread translations. Combine that with being distracted by her regrets, and it makes sense that she trips. She gives up after this offer and eventually kills him herself seemingly without an ounce of regret. Garnet turns herself in unprompted after this order. I'm the Villainess Presents the Next Trapped in a Dating Sim Challenge for Aileen,Aileen d'Autriche finds herself in a world where the sexes are unequal -- the same problem that Leon Bartfort the otome antihero once had. Regardless, Cedric is the strongest knight in the empire, so he could protect her. MC cannot banter. Why are there 3 different centuries of fashion right next to each other? How dare you. Otherwise, there is something else going on inside her mind. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. It's implied that this is what Emperor Gregor effectively did with Empress Katrine. Cedric eventually confirms this after regaining his memories and revealing himself to Artezia, has committed treason by claiming the emperor's authority in negotiations. The mc is- let me get a hold of myself. I think she truly does love Tia, but her twisted desire to keep Tia to herself means she tries to isolate her from society. I sincerely hope it improved enough to warrant the high rating it has, that I stopped reading right before it got back to the good shit. All the charms of the genres it attempts end in failure. Dumbass's Machiavelli Did you assume the mastermind-orchestrator MC would be equally brilliant and manipulative once she returns to the past? The