Chapter 2 Me who is not Important
The next day I discover a huge change of attitude towards the people around me. Thank god my big sister was not here at the moment. I can Imagine her furious action if she realizes the ill treatment of the people towards me.
As expected of this world where one's value was decide through the class you obtained. It was no different from the world where I came from where social status placed a big rule on how people treated you. Because of my Age mentality I am not that affected. After all, such treatment was nothing new to me as I was once living such a horrible life.
In this world I had a doting big sister and a family. At the moment they are traveling outside the village to support my sister class. Why was I left behind? It was not as dramatic as being alone as It was my own choice. I realize that I won't grow up If I continue being shield by my Big Sister. And besides the People who are my Adopted Parents of this world.
For now let's ignore the foolish people of this world. Who cares If I am a double Villager class. I know a person who was also a Villager but has a max level that can 1 hit the demon king. While he was not an existence of this world but It was not impossible for a villager class to remain weak. Especially to a person like me who can be consider a cheat regardless of class.
"Look it's a Villager.." A child shouts and points in my direction.
"Villager such a useless class.." Another woman speaks her thoughts out loud.
"He is lucky being adopt by that Rich Family of Merchants.." came from the voice with a hint of jealousy.
Saferu Goldmoon (Villager X)
Status: Infected
Illness: Crofol21 (Dormant)
While they were all spreading rumors and continued to belittle me because of my class. I was busy figuring out what to do with this illness that I drag along with me from the other world. I am overthinking but this is the virus that killed millions of people. If somehow I spread this virus in this world. I realize how bad the outcome would be. But then again this is a magical world where the magic of healing existed. I was over thinking but It's better safe than sorry. I will ask my Big sister when she returns to bring me to the Kingdom where we can ask help from the High Priest. As our Family often gave a huge amount of donation it won't be difficult for us to request a High Heal magic.
While I got lost in my own world I did not realize that I already arrived at our little school. It was the only school in this Village which was locate at the outskirts of the Kingdom of Adapata. Our little village got known for its tourist attraction. Because it got located high above the mountains. The mountain which also serves as a natural fortress from the Abysmal Forest at the other side of it. It was not as dangerous as it sounds because monsters can't climb the mountain for some odd reason. And our village also served as a depot for Adventures. Who wanted to venture and took missions related to the forest. As long as you don't step on the inner part of the forest. Where the huge and scary monster lives then there is no reason to fear such forests.
As I entered the crowded room filled with childish laughter. A sudden silence which has engulfed the entire room greeted me. As I approach my sit and settle down I can hear a silent whisper filled with mockery. It was then that one of the school bullies approached me.
"Saferu you're a lousy villager how dare you come to school.." his voice was full of ridicule.
"Why can't a villager come to school?" I replied.
"You're wasting time.. Villagers are low class people you have no right to attend school.." His voice was strong enough to be hear by everyone inside the room.
It was a disappointment that not a single person was there to help me. But I was not bothered by it as I already expected such a result.
I continued to sit there ignoring his provocation as I know that If I fight back I would be the losing end. As I expected before the bully could continue to harass me. A gentle voice echoed through out the room and everyone looked beside the entrance of the room. It was my fiance who stopped the bully from harassing me.
"Good morning Saferu" she smile at me.
"Good morning dear" And I replied.
A look of contempt and jealousy came from the male party of the classroom. After all this fiancee of mine was now a famous hero of our village. Such a villager class like me was no different from a frog wanting to eat swan meat.
"Saferu I heard that an envoy from the kingdom well come to assist me.. Can I speak with you alone after class.." There was a hint of sadness on her voice.
"No problem dear.. We'll talk later. I also have something I want to talk about.." I replied
Based on my experience reading a lot of web novels I already know where this conversation is likely to end.
I guess my life has been smooth sailing lately that I forgot this feeling of disappointment. But I am old enough to have a divorce in my past life. As such breaking an engagement was no big deal. I mean most of the protagonists have walked towards this path. When the thought sudden sprouted from my brain it made me realize. My situation was actually going towards the path of a main character. The hopelessness sudden disappeared and what got left was an excitement and expectation. Path of the protagonist here I come. And with that in mind I can't help but feel excited of the outcome later after class.
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Class ended and nothing happened as no one would want to offend my fiance who was now a hero.
As promised I accompanied my fiance and we went into my own home not far from where she lives.
My house was rather big than your average mansion. This was because it was own by a family of merchants and a large space got needed for the goods they wanted to trade. The main house where me and my family live was empty and only trusted servants can enter to clean the place. And so me and my fiance were the only one at home. It was nothing new as she often came to this place. That the servants around me were already familiar with by her presence.
Now I am excited to hear her words of rejection. Come let me hear what every protagonist of web novels often hear to start their journey into an op mc.
"Saferu I'm sorry.. My family you see.." her voice was crumbling.
"Annastasia.. It's alright don't be afraid.." for some odd reason I had a bad feeling about this.
"Saferu you see mama and papa change.. Everyone change.. They all treated me different ever since I became a hero.." tears started to fall on her eyes.
Of course they will treat you different, people are like that regardless of what world you are. They will worship you if you have a high value and treat you like you are one of the gods.
And if you have nothing to offer then you are garbage in their eyes. Not all humans are like that but the majority of them are.
"I understand I won't make it difficult for you.." I took the initiative to say it first but she sudden interrupted my words.
" Saferu, I felt that the people of this village changed.. Can we run away from them.." my dear fiance why are you not following the script. What happened to my engagement is a broken plan. My path towards the protagonist shattered in an instant.
Ok let's analyze the current situation. My fiance who I thought would break up my engagement wanted the two of us to run away.
"Annastasia.. Are you sure about this? Will you abandon everyone for me?" I ask her
"Yes.. Everyone feels fake.. I look at their eyes but I can no longer see myself inside it.. Their eyes are scary, especially my parents.."
I understand what she was trying to say. The burden of the heavy expectation was too much for an innocent 14yrs old girl.
" Ok then let's leave this place in 3 days.. I needed to prepare some stuff for our journey.. "
I agree to her request despite knowing it was wrong. Why do you ask? It's not everyday you get yourself to be love by such women. While my path towards the main protagonist got destroyed. but having such fine women what else could I ask for. I kiss her lips that were dazzling to look as I enter my tongue and forceful explore her tender mouth. She was surprise by my sudden action but did not attempt to resist me. The kiss was deep and lasted for a long time. I wanted to go all the way but the situation made me hold back. Let's be honest I was afraid if I go too far this girl will hate me. After the kiss we started talking about our journey. Since she was a hero most of the talk was her promising to protect me. The talk took a while until darkness spread outside. I was reluctant to let her go but she needed to return home and prepare.
Annastasia left after we made our plans. At that time I was arrogant and ignorant of this world. That I never imagined that it was the last time we would be seeing each other.
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I wake up the next day and learn about the arrival of the prince of the Kingdom of Adapata. The Prince was also a hero with a class known as the Heroic Brave. His sudden arrival made the people of the village joyful. And they declare a sudden feast to celebrate the Prince's arrival. I had no part in such an occasion and so I ignored such events. Instead I went to look at our Families treasure hall. I felt sorry for my big sister and for my parents, but I needed to do this. I made a letter in advance which I hid deep inside a treasure vault. So that only my parents and big sister will be able to discover it. I was not greedy and only took basic necessities that will help us from our journey.
At that time if only I knew what was happening outside. Then I could have prevented such a horrible experience that would forever change my life.
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"I like this new hero, such a beautiful girl.." the prince's eyes were staring at Annastasia.
"My lord we are glad to hear that.. My child is lucky to be notice by your presence.." Annastasia's father said.
There was a fervent look on their eyes which made Annastasia disgusted.
"My lord this lady already had a beloved fiance.." Annastasia wanted to remind the people around her.
"A fiance but I heard this person was a mere villager would he dare challenge the authority of us Heroes? such lowlife has no right to stand in our presence.." The prince made a sarcastic remark.
"Regardless of what the prince believes this lady is devoted only to him and will not marry anyone else." Annastasia said.
"Such insolence towards his highness.. You peasant despite being a hero you are still a lowly peasant.." The one who spoke was one of the prince's personal guards.
Annastasia was scare she felt fear from this so-called Prince. While she was planning to run away to warn Saferu. A gentle voice sudden caught everyones attention.
" with all due respect my lord.. The church may not agree to the statement your servant said.. Does my lord want to rebel? Even if you are a hero as long as you rebel on the sacred teaching the church has the power to remove your class.."
A girl appeared and it made everyone around kneel regardless of class. The girl was a well known Saint with a class known as Heroic Saint. She was the representative of the Church and her voice can even make the prince cowered in fear.
" Child don't be afraid the church always believes in free love.. Even if your fiance is a villager class no one can stop the two of your from loving each other as long as I'm here.." The Heroic saint was not alone. As she was with a group of strong looking people wearing white shining armor. This group looks stronger than the prince's personal guards.
" My dear saint please forgave my stupid servant" The prince spoke with sullen voice.
He took his sword and slash the person who made insulting remarks. The guard died in an instant leaving the people around them speechless.
"I already punished my servant.. This prince needs to excuse himself as the journey here made me tired.." The prince left leaving the people silent as they watched the dead body of the prince servant.
"Such a wicked person.. How is he a hero.." The Heroic Saint helpless said.
Meanwhile before the prince arrived at his resting chamber. The prince ordered one of his secret guards to hide in the shadow.
"Investigate the Heroic wise fiance.. We need to dispose of him as soon as possible.."
"as you ordered my lord.." A shadow appeared at one of the trees and after hearing the order disappeared in an instant.
"That bitch heroic saint you wait for my revenge.. You can't forever use the church to scare me.."