Transmigration: Step Into The World of Books And Become The Strongest!-Chapter 48: Straightening Out the Misunderstanding
"By the way." The smile vanished from Vanessa’s face as she stared intently at the man in front of her. "What exactly is your relationship with the outcast princess of the royal family, Sharon Valura? Why are you so close to her?"
A sinister aura radiated from her body, making the atmosphere around them grow tense in an instant.
Arthur felt a chill run down his spine but quickly pulled himself together.
"Ahem!" He gave a fake cough while rubbing the right side of her soft, delicate face. "What do you mean? I’m her personal servant, so of course we’re close, right?"
That answer clearly didn’t satisfy Vanessa. Her brows lifted slightly as she said, "Then why did you attend Celine Everhart’s birthday party with her? And what was your reason for bringing her as your companion? Tell me the truth. Otherwise, be ready to face the consequences."
Her final words sounded like a clear threat.
She had finally gotten the man she loved, and there was no way she would let even the smallest threat get in the way of their relationship.
Besides, she was completely obsessed with him—there was no chance she’d allow another woman to get close.
Arthur fell silent. Earlier, Vanessa had acted as if she knew nothing about the birthday party.
But now, it was clear she knew he had attended the party with Sharon as a couple—contradicting what she had claimed earlier.
’Unbelievable. Women really are the most cunning creatures. Their words are as empty as a politician’s promises,’ Arthur muttered under his breath.
He took a deep breath and kept a calm expression as he replied, "The reason I asked Princess Sharon to accompany me... was simply to avoid the noblewomen."
"Not to brag, but you know I’m handsome. Plus, I was representing you at the time. Just imagine the chaos if those women started throwing themselves at me. You understand what I mean, right?"
What he said was half true and half not.
It was indeed one of his reasons—bringing Sharon along helped him avoid the noble daughters who were eager to get close.
Thanks to her stunning appearance at the party, no one dared to approach or even try to seduce him.
But that was only one part of the story.
His main reasons were twofold: first, to witness firsthand one of those humiliation scenes that are typical in women’s novels; and second, to use Sharon as a tool to provoke Celine’s hatred.
The face-slapping plot—usually triggered by a minor villain targeting the main character—is a well-known annoyance in storybooks.
That was exactly what he wanted to see up close. And truthfully, watching an arrogant character get slapped in the face was pretty entertaining.
No wonder such scenes are often called "poisonous plots"—annoying, yet strangely addictive.
Meanwhile, the second reason was to use Sharon to provoke Celine’s hatred. To be honest, Arthur truly despised that girl.
Celine was the type of rich girl who was nothing but annoying. If it weren’t for her social status, Arthur would have dealt with her a long time ago.
Unfortunately, he couldn’t afford to act recklessly. That’s why he needed Sharon—to create a loophole, a legitimate reason, to pressure and humiliate Celine in front of the young nobles.
And it worked. Celine was publicly humiliated, and her relationship with Cassius fell apart. It was the perfect example of hitting two birds with one stone.
Arthur’s calm explanation left Vanessa speechless. Yet, there wasn’t the slightest sign that her guard had dropped.
"Alright, I won’t drag this out," she said coolly, a faint smile playing on her lips. "But you must immediately quit your position as that outcast princess’s personal servant... and come to me."
"I’ll take care of you. I’ll give you everything—money, luxuries, whatever you want. You’re mine. It’s not worth it to keep serving a lowly girl like her."
She reached out with her right hand, gently tracing the contours of Arthur’s perfect face.
Her red eyes gleamed with obsession and desire, like a predator poised to strike.
The offer she presented was so tempting and tantalizing that any man in the world might lose their sanity and burn with excitement.
No work, no concerns about daily needs, everything you could desire, and being taken care of by a woman as beautiful as Vanessa... Beyond the heavenly pleasures found only in fantasy, the chances of living such a life were practically nonexistent.
Even Arthur couldn’t deny the temptation.
In his previous life, he had been a corporate slave, working tirelessly for a black company.
Though his income far exceeded the average salary in Japan, the inhumane workload left him drained.
In his wildest dreams, he had always hoped to live off the soft rice provided by beautiful, wealthy women.
And now, that opportunity was right in front of him. It would be a lie if he said he didn’t want to accept it on the spot.
But he couldn’t. He was not the real Aron.
His true goal was to complete the mission Sylvia had given him—and do so perfectly.
Only then could he avoid the tragic fate that awaited "Arthur Vanitas" in the novel’s story.
Arthur sighed softly, a wry smile tugging at his lips.
He shook his head, gently stroking Vanessa’s hand that still rested on his face.
"I’m sorry, Vanessa. I can’t accept your offer."
The moment Arthur’s answer left his lips, Vanessa’s expression darkened. A faint but chilling aura radiated from her, making the air around them feel unnervingly still.
"Why... why did you refuse my offer?" Her breathing grew heavy as she gripped Arthur’s hand tightly. "All this time... you’ve been lying to me, haven’t you? You don’t really want to be with me. The one you love is... that outcast princess, isn’t it?"
Seeing her change, Arthur felt a moment of panic.
Vanessa was the yandere type—obsessed with the figure of "Aron." And what she was showing now... was a clear sign that she was about to snap.
Without hesitation, Arthur placed both palms on Vanessa’s shoulders, giving her a gentle push as he looked at her with unwavering seriousness.
"I didn’t mean it like that, Vanessa." His voice was calm yet firm. "The reason I refused your offer is because it’s too dangerous. You know I’m a target of the One-Eye organization. If they find out I’m involved with you, they’ll target you as well. I can’t risk putting you in danger."
The Maple Leaf Trading House was powerful, but the One-Eye organization was far more terrifying.
They had hidden bases scattered across the continent, like an invisible web.
If they discovered his connection to Vanessa and the Maple Leaf Trading House, chaos would be inevitable.
Innocent people could easily become victims in the process.
Vanessa opened her mouth, as if she wanted to speak, but in the end, no words came out.
She looked down, burying her face in Arthur’s broad chest, and whispered softly, "I’m sorry, Aron. I didn’t mean it like that... I was just afraid you’d leave me."
Arthur sighed softly and gently wrapped his arms around her.
"Don’t worry," he said in a calm voice. "I’m not upset. In fact, I’m glad that you care about me so much."
Yandere women can be terrifying—but it all comes down to how you handle them. If you’re weak and timid, they’ll walk all over you. And that’s incredibly dangerous.
But if you stand firm and know how to control them, they can be a blessing.
After all, who wouldn’t want a loyal woman who would give everything just for you?
His words eased Vanessa’s guilt. She smiled and closed her eyes. "Thank you, Aron..."
Arthur smiled back, stroking her long, silky red hair.
The two savored the moment for a while before finally pulling apart.
"By the way, Aron, do you remember I said I’d ask you for a favor after I gave you the invitation letter and made you my representative at Celine’s birthday party?" Vanessa looked at him with a playful glint in her eye and a faint smile.
Arthur was momentarily taken aback but nodded slowly.
"I remember," he replied. "Have you decided what you want?"
Vanessa didn’t answer immediately. She stood on tiptoe and leaned in, her lips brushing against his ear.
"What I want is..."
