The Villain’s Cheat Code: When a Gamer Becomes the Evil God’s Sidekick

Chapter 163: So Cool, I Want to Learn That Too

Lia covered her mouth with one hand, yawning.

"Hah..."

Gwen stood before her very seriously, hands clasped together, face full of distress as she said:

"Lia!"

"You're my only hope now."

Lia put one hand on her hip, looking Gwen up and down, and sighed with extreme exasperation.

"You called me here early in the morning just for this?"

"Just because my brother invited you to dinner, you're getting this worked up?"

"Please, get a grip!"

Gwen pressed her lips together, feeling incredibly complicated.

"But..."

"If I go wearing this, wouldn't it be too impolite?"

She spread her arms, looking down at the light knight's armor she wore.

There was no help for it - Gwen had never owned a formal dress, let alone worn makeup.

Even at the last banquet, she was forcibly made up and dressed in Kevla's old formal dress.

But if sister Kevla were here, she wouldn't need to be so troubled.

Lia looked at Gwen with frustration, as if disappointed in an unworthy student:

"In the past, you would never think like this."

If it was the previous Gwen, she would have coldly rejected Viktor.

Not like now, acting just like...

A young girl who just started dating and becomes completely helpless when asked out on a date.

"What kind of love potion did Viktor give you?"

Lia covered her forehead with one hand.

"Lia! I can't break this appointment!"

Gwen heavily placed both hands on Lia's shoulders, looking at her earnestly.

The heavy pat almost sent Lia flying.

She struggled to remove Gwen's hands from her shoulders and held them.

"This concerns a knight's honor!"

"?"

Lia looked at Gwen with an expression that said she didn't understand but was greatly shocked.

What did this have to do with a knight's honor?

Are you sure you're not just making up an excuse?

But jokes aside.

Since Gwen asked for help, she naturally had to assist.

She took out a pocket watch from her bosom and looked at the time.

"Let me see... counting from now until evening."

"Well, we should make it in time."

She closed the watch and said to Gwen.

"Have your maids take your measurements, I'll go find some mages now - though it'll be expensive."

Gwen was slightly stunned.

What did they need mages for?

Lia sighed tiredly.

"Is your head filled with nothing but muscle? We don't have time to find a tailor now."

"Mages are more expensive, but they can use magic to make prettier clothes, and much faster."

"Oh, oh..."

Gwen nodded obediently, seeming to half-understand.

"As for makeup and such, ah, I'll help you with that personally."

Looking at Gwen's naturally beautiful face, Lia felt somewhat troubled.

Despite being a battle-hardened knight, she still maintained incredibly smooth skin that gave off a bright and vibrant feeling.

It was simply enviable.

Lia put her hand on Gwen's shoulder, intending to force her down into the chair.

But even using all her strength, she couldn't push Gwen down.

Gwen tilted her head in confusion, but saw Lia raising her eyebrows with a strained smile.

"I'm saying..."

"Could you please cooperate?"

"Ah, y-yes..."

Gwen hurriedly sat down, sitting properly in front of the mirror.

Lia let out a breath and took out her makeup case from her waist pouch.

"Close your eyes."

Gwen obediently closed her eyes.

She felt slight tickling sensations on her face as someone dabbed and drew for a while.

Hmm...

This feeling was just like when Kevla did her makeup.

Very uncomfortable.

Then, she heard Lia's voice beside her.

"By the way, now that Baron Angus has passed away and you're a countess."

"You should have the freedom to handle your own engagement now, right?"

Gwen kept her eyes closed and remained silent.

In the silence, Lia didn't continue questioning either.

The two seemed to share an understanding, not pursuing the topic further.

After a while, Lia put away her makeup case and clapped her hands.

"Alright, this should do it."

Gwen opened her eyes and looked at herself in the mirror.

...

Seifor Restaurant.

This was the most luxurious high-end restaurant in the entire empire.

Its chain stores bloomed in many cities across the empire.

Seifor Restaurant had an extremely unified style and planning.

The overall building was like a huge castle, with each room being an independent private room that could view the beautiful night with its brilliant lights across the royal capital.

Gentle cello music flowed through the dim restaurant, flickering candlelight reflecting the unique luster of nanmu wood.

The white tablecloth reflected a brilliant sheen that added an extra touch of mystery.

Crystal pendants hanging from the ceiling reflected marvelous ripples of every ray of light.

That elegant and tranquil atmosphere flowed continuously through the restaurant.

Many nobles frequently dined here.

Because this place was an excellent way to demonstrate their noble status.

Although dining here required long-term reservations.

It was often fully booked for many days in advance.

At this moment, an ornate carriage slowly came to a stop at the entrance of Seifor Restaurant.

Lia, wearing simple casual attire, stepped down from the carriage.

The surrounding nobles were quite surprised to see Lia.

In the royal capital, virtually all nobles knew who Lia was.

But why was she here?

And from her appearance, she didn't seem to be here for dining.

Then, she elegantly extended her hand to a mysterious lady inside the carriage.

A white-gloved hand met Lia's delicate, soft one.

The lady slowly emerged from the carriage.

Under the white formal hat hid an exquisitely beautiful face. In the night's embellishment, Gwen's light makeup was captivating.

Her grand and luxurious formal dress exuded an air of nobility.

The dress, made of magical materials, sparkled with slight white light around it.

It flowed like a gentle stream, like a miniature galaxy in motion.

To the nobles present, she appeared as a queen descended from heaven.

Countless nobles lingering near the restaurant were stunned at the sight of her.

Who was this beautiful woman?

How could there be someone so beautiful in the royal capital that they had no impression of?

Compared to her, even their companions seemed to fade into insignificance.

They weren't the only ones who thought so.

The noble ladies, looking out through the restaurant's windows, were all dumbstruck.

She was simply too beautiful.

Hers was a face that would be heart-stirring even without makeup.

Her beauty wasn't just simple prettiness.

Her sculpted features carried a knight's determination, righteousness, and a handsome charm that could captivate both men and women.

The noble ladies who saw Gwen even blushed, their hearts pounding wildly.

Oh no!

This is... the feeling of falling in love!

Meanwhile, Gwen appeared quite shy, keeping her head slightly lowered.

She could feel the gazes gathered upon her.

Stares that she could normally ignore, or even boldly return,

Now made her too embarrassed to raise her head and meet their eyes.

However, compared to last time, she was more accustomed to wearing a formal dress this time.

Moreover, perhaps due to the magical materials used in this expensive dress, it felt very comfortable to wear.

The chest area wasn't tight anymore.

Though without armor, she felt a bit chilly below.

Lia led her through the crowd's gazes to the restaurant entrance.

Then, Lia released her hand.

This made Gwen feel slightly unsteady, her high heels almost unable to support her body.

She really couldn't adapt to such an anti-human design as high heels.

"From here on, I won't accompany you further."

Lia gestured toward the restaurant's main entrance with a nod, indicating to Gwen.

Gwen looked toward the door, somewhat confused.

A figure slowly emerged from the entrance.

He wore a black coat, with a mysterious raven perched on his shoulder.

Under everyone's watchful gaze, the man's coat gradually began burning with flickering flames, as if transforming into tail feathers waving in the air.

Around him, greenery quietly arose.

A serene environment like green wilderness gradually spread throughout the restaurant.

Green phosphorescence gradually lit up from the grass, making everyone feel this incredibly rich natural essence.

The air, filled with life energy, made them feel extremely relaxed.

Viktor walked slowly, his coat gradually transforming into an immaculate suit under the flames.

A silver brooch adorned his chest, with the Mage Council's medal on one side.

His entirely black attire made him appear incredibly elegant and dashing, his cool gaze adding a touch of mystery.

Soon, he stood before Gwen.

The surrounding nobles were stunned by what they had just witnessed.

"That's... Viktor!?"

"The head of the Kravina family is here too!"

"So cool, I want to learn that clothes-changing magic too..."

But after a moment's reflection, they suddenly realized.

If this person was Viktor,

Then that woman must be...

"The current head of the Delin family, Viktor's fiancée, Gwen!?"

When this voice rang out, many present were completely dumbfounded.

In the nobles' impression, Gwen had always maintained the image of a righteous knight.

They found it impossible to reconcile that image with this top-tier beauty before them, superior in both bearing and appearance.

However, Viktor had already placed one hand behind his back, slightly bowing forward.

His other hand extended toward Gwen.

A perfect gentleman's etiquette.

Gwen stood somewhat dazed until Lia quietly urged her from the side.

"What are you waiting for? Hurry and take his hand!"

At Lia's reminder, Gwen hurriedly came to her senses, her cheeks burning red as she placed her hand in Viktor's palm.

Seeing Viktor's gentle smile made Gwen relax.

Viktor held Gwen's hand as they walked into the restaurant under the nobles' watchful eyes.

Lia stood outside the door, watching their retreating figures.

"Ah."

"For today's sake, I'll let you enjoy yourself properly."

With that, she casually departed under everyone's returning gazes.

Gwen was led by Viktor's hand, slowly entering the restaurant.

The surrounding gazes seemed to have increased.

This made her feel quite uncomfortable, keeping her head down, not daring to speak.

She had never experienced being the center of such attention before.

What was going on today?

At this moment, Viktor led her to stand in the center of the restaurant.

Countless gazes around them converged on the couple like spotlights.

"Do you know what day it is?"

Viktor's voice sounded beside Gwen's ear, making her lift her head and look at him questioningly.

Their eyes met.

Suddenly, Viktor snapped his fingers.

Around them rose vines filled with natural green energy.

On those vines hung a suit of armor and a fire-red blade.

The two evolved pieces of equipment gave off a slight golden glow, appearing somewhat hazy in the lamplight.

The steel seemed to have subtle patterns flowing through it, with runes carved within, barely visible.

"This is my gift for you, the most suitable present."

As a knight, Gwen keenly sensed the power contained within these two pieces of equipment.

But she was confused.

Why was Viktor giving these pieces of equipment to her?

And why emphasize that this was a gift?

As she pondered, Viktor clapped his hands again.

Behind him, several servants pushed silver-white carts.

On top sat a magnificent cake over ten layers tall.

Around them, the beautiful music became more cheerful.

Even the nobles felt the joyous atmosphere and couldn't help but join in, applauding.

Only Gwen, unaware of the truth, looked at the smiling Viktor.

His gentle gaze calmly met hers.

The breeze carried his warm words to her ears.

"Happy birthday."

"My dear knight."