Shoujo Hater-Chapter 7 - 6: A Perilous Gamble

After Frosita left, Lin did not dare stay there any longer. Remaining in that place would be pointless and dangerous.

He stepped into the dimly lit hallways of the Frost estate, his mind still echoing with her words. Something was wrong with this world. It was starting to drift away from the plot in ways he could no longer predict.

Damn it. Someone is manipulating things.

System, why is this world not following the webtoon

The information the host seeks is beyond the system’s allowed parameters.

Great. Things just got worse. That meant he could no longer rely fully on his past knowledge. He had to be more cautious than ever.

Too much thinking will fry my brain.

Let’s just sleep and decide tomorrow.

Lin entered his room, only to find someone sleeping in the bed beside his. A short boy with brown hair, clearly exhausted from harsh training.

Lin studied his face for a moment before recognizing him.

Ian Russell.

A boy with extraordinary talent in swordsmanship, destined to become one of the top twenty knights in the world.

He was also one of the most important supporting characters for Selvina Rynar.

But why was he here

It was never mentioned that he grew up in the Frost household.

He looked drained from training, which meant he was under intense knight drills.

This could be useful.

Lin could use him to enter the knights’ training program.

Ok, let’s sleep now.

And discuss everything tomorrow.

The next morning

Lin woke up to the sound of movement beside him. Ian was getting out of bed, preparing for morning training.

Lin smiled and approached him.

Hey Ian. Why don’t you take me with you today to the training.

I want to train with you and knights.

Ian stared at him in shock.

What

Your majesty wants to train with me and knights

Damn is today the end of the universe

I told you hundreds of times to come with me but you always refused and said running is for idiots.

Damn it. Seems the original owner of this body was lazy.

Lin forced a change in tone.

My perspective changed completely after seeing your muscular physique. You are truly an inspiration to all men, Ian.

Hahaha. Looks like you were impressed by the noble knights.

His cheeks reddened slightly before he added

Fine. I will ask my sister to put in a word for you.

Wait.

You have a sister

Damn it. My tongue had slipped.

Ian narrowed his eyes suspiciously.

What is wrong with you You tried flirting with my sister Luna last time and she knocked you unconscious.

What

She is a talented knight and the supervisor respects her a lot.

Also, I feel something weird about you. You are acting strange lately. Are you sure you are not possessed

Hey, you idiot. Stop talking nonsense.

Alright. I am not asking my sister for anything.

I apologize, noble knight Ian.

That is better.

Damn it. I am humiliating myself in front of an eight year old child.

Hmm. Hof.

Calm yourself Lin.

Have some patience.

At least he would get you into training.

Lin and Ian walked together until they reached the training grounds.

Ian spoke with his sister, asking her to help Lin join the training.

What That useless pretty boy wants training He is nothing but a handsome face. Why should I help someone like him

Please, sister, just this once. I owe him for something.

Luna sighed.

Fine, Ian. But this is the last time I help that pervert.

She then spoke to the supervisor, who eventually allowed Lin to join the training session.

Ian returned with the news.

Lin smiled and rushed inside the training field.

Everyone carried a sword.

Lin noticed one lying on the ground and bent down to pick it up.

Then a system notification appeared.

A side quest has been activated. Unexpected Hero Moment

Mission: Participate in knight training and prove yourself by performing a noticeable heroic act.

Description: During training, a noble girl will be in danger. Act quickly to save her. Show bravery. Become the center of attention.

Objective: Block an incoming strike meant for a girl, then faint dramatically in her arms.

Reward: Cunning Instinct skill and fifty points

Penalty: You will unintentionally gain a lover

What That is not a mission, you piece of junk.

That is attempted murder. What is this nonsense about throwing myself into a noble girl’s arms.

This is plain stupidity, an insult to noble customs.

And the worst part, nobles do not forgive such things easily. Some even solve it with executions.

Damn you, system. Are you trying to kill me

The system only seeks to create the best experience for the host.

Best experience my ass. Are you trying to turn me into some clumsy shoujo protagonist

Please complete the mission to proceed.

Trash system.

Lin began cursing the system repeatedly.

But suddenly, as if fate wanted to destroy him, a silver haired girl slipped during training and a wooden sword flew out of a knight’s hand, heading straight toward her.

Everyone froze. No one moved.

It was the perfect moment for a heroic shoujo scene.

But Lin did not fall for the trap.

He sprinted forward but instead of throwing himself in front of her, he grabbed someone passing by and shoved him toward her.

What

Ahhh

The boy collided with the girl, causing her to dodge the sword by pure coincidence.

But he fell on top of her in a very embarrassing position.

The entire field went silent.

Her face turned crimson with anger.

Warning. Mission failure avoided in an unexpected manner.

The girl stood up and slapped the boy who fell on her.

Everyone burst into laughter.

Lin began walking away quietly as if he had nothing to do with it.

Mission has been completed in an unexpected way.

Reward recalculated.

Reward: Sweet Tongue skill and fifty points.

Lin smirked.

Then his smile faded instantly.

Wait. This is not the reward I wanted.

The system recalculated the rewards because the host ignored the guidelines.

Damn you, junk metal.

You bastard.

Lin turned to see who dared shout at him.

It was the girl who nearly got hit by the wooden sword, marching toward him furiously.

How dare you do something like that to me

Lin examined her.

Silver hair. Blue eyes.

Her face was familiar.

Wait. Is that Chloe Frost

Frosita’s cousin

Great. As if Frosita was not enough trouble already.

Chloe stopped in front of him, flames in her eyes.

You filthy brat. How dare you humiliate me in front of everyone

Lin raised his hands peacefully.

Wait, Lady Chloe. It was an accident. I only wanted to save you from the sword.

She snapped angrily

Accident You made me suffer humiliation in front of everyone.

Lin placed a hand on his chest and sighed dramatically.

I take full responsibility. If you want to restore your honor, then command me with any punishment you deem appropriate.

She stared for a moment, then smiled coldly.

Fine then. You will become my personal servant for one whole week.

What

Warning. Relationship path shifting toward shoujo route. Probability eighty percent.

No way. Lin could not accept that.

But refusing publicly would insult her honor.

He inhaled deeply, placed a hand on his chest and bowed.

Lady Chloe, I am grateful for the chance to atone, but I cannot accept such a great honor.

Excuse me

Lin smiled apologetically.

As you know, I am merely a humble servant of the Frost family. My responsibilities do not allow me to serve anyone other than Frosita. It would be disrespectful to your household.

Chloe hesitated, uncertain.

Lin added gently

Besides, if I became your servant, rumors may spread. It would be disastrous if noble ladies said Lady Chloe hired a handsome young man like me to serve her.

Boom

Chloe’s kick shot past his face, almost destroying his future children. He dodged just in time.

Stop talking nonsense

Lin continued calmly

Unless you are willing to deal with rumors, I will accept. But I fear the gossip would harm your reputation among noble ladies. You know how vicious their tongues can be.

Chloe froze, eyes widening in concern.

She abruptly turned around.

Forget it. I do not want to see your face again.

[System Notice]

Congratulations host. You avoided the personal servant fate.

[System Warning]

Warning. You have gained a new enemy.

It is fine.

I could live with that.

What could a small girl like her possibly do

She is nothing more than a silly child.

And thus, Lin survived yet another shoujo route.