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A Psychopath Reborn as a Third-rate Villain

Chapter 69: Pipe-weed · Nov 02, 2026

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51 Chapter 51: After the Duel 2026-11-02
52 Chapter 52: A Stroll Through Nightfall 2026-11-02
53 Chapter 53: Farewell to Darkmoor 2026-11-02
54 Chapter 54: Journey to the Imperial Capital 2026-11-02
55 Chapter 55: The Forgotten Tribe 2026-11-02
56 Chapter 56: Blood and Fury 2026-11-02
57 Chapter 57: The Calm Before the Frost 2026-11-02
58 Chapter 58: Arrival at the Imperial Capital 2026-11-02
59 Chapter 59: seris darkmoor 2026-11-02
60 Chapter 60: The Truth She Feared 2026-11-02
61 Chapter 61: Preparations Before the Banquet 2026-11-02
62 Chapter 62: The Imperial Banquet 2026-11-02
63 Chapter 63: The Empire’s Princess 2026-11-02
64 Chapter 64: The Soul That Could Not Be Judged 2026-11-02
65 Chapter 65: The Waltz 2026-11-02
66 Chapter 66: Beneath the Waltz 2026-11-02
67 Chapter 67: The Mysterious Gift 2026-11-02
68 Chapter 68: A Gift Unlike Any Other 2026-11-02
69 Chapter 69: Pipe-weed 2026-11-02
70 Chapter 70: A Dream of Yesterday 2026-11-02
71 Chapter 71: Shadows in Broad Daylight 2026-11-02
72 Chapter 72: Smoke and Steel 2026-11-02
73 Chapter 73: Devouring the Fallen 2026-11-02
74 Chapter 74: The Price of Loyalty 2026-11-02
75 Chapter 75: The Truth Hidden in a Heartbeat 2026-11-02
76 Chapter 76: The Beginning of Retribution 2026-11-02
77 Chapter 77: A New Resolve 2026-11-02
78 Chapter 78: A Lunch With General selene 2026-11-02
79 Chapter 79: Bonds Forged Through Adversity 2026-11-02
80 Chapter 80: A Day of Celebration 2026-11-02
81 Chapter 81: Departure for Ambrose Academy 2026-11-02
82 Chapter 82: Toward Ambrose Academy 2026-11-02
83 Chapter 83: The First Day at Ambrose Academy 2026-11-02
84 Chapter 84: The Entrance Examination Begins 2026-11-02
85 Chapter 85: The Trial of Survival 2026-11-02
86 Chapter 86: Flames Against the Tide 2026-11-02
87 Chapter 87: An Unusual Encounter 2026-11-02
88 Chapter 88: A Taste of Blood 2026-11-02
89 Chapter 89: A Calculated Awakening 2026-11-02
90 Chapter 90: The Hunter Emerges 2026-11-02
91 Chapter 91: The Silent Observer 2026-11-02
92 Chapter 92: The Calculated Harvest 2026-11-02
93 Chapter 93: The End of the Examination 2026-11-02
94 Chapter 94: The Final Rankings 2026-11-02
95 Chapter 95: An Unexpected Visitor 2026-11-02
96 Chapter 96: The Saintess’s Visit 2026-11-02
97 Chapter 97: The One the Goddess Watches 2026-11-02
98 Chapter 98: Echoes of the Past 2026-11-02
99 Chapter 99: The First Lesson 2026-11-02
100 Chapter 100: The Foundation of Spell Casting 2026-11-02

The black carriage bearing the silver wolf crest of House Darkmoor rolled through the massive iron gates of the ducal estate.

Morning sunlight bathed the fortress-like mansion in a warm golden glow, reflecting off the silver banners fluttering proudly above the walls.

The moment the carriage came to a halt, the estate servants and knights standing at the entrance bowed respectfully.

”Welcome home, Your Grace.”

”Welcome home, Young Master.”

Evelyne stepped down first with her usual elegance.

Andras followed behind her, taking a slow look around the familiar estate.

Compared to the bustling Imperial Capital...

Darkmoor Manor was quiet.

Peaceful.

It felt like home.

Evelyne smiled gently.

”It feels good to be back.”

”It does.”

The two exchanged a brief farewell before returning to their respective wings of the mansion.

After a quick bath, Andras changed into a simple set of training clothes.

Without wasting time, he made his way toward the training grounds.

The sharp rhythm of swords colliding echoed across the estate.

Several knights immediately saluted upon seeing him.

”Young Master.”

He acknowledged them with a nod before walking toward the center of the field.

There...

Selene Vaelthorn was already waiting.

The tall woman stood with her practice sword resting against one shoulder.

A faint smile appeared on her lips.

”So.”

”You returned from the Imperial Capital only this morning...”

”And yet you’ve already come here.”

She nodded with approval.

”I expected nothing less.”

Andras smiled.

”Strength doesn’t wait for convenience.”

Selene chuckled.

”A good answer.”

”Come.”

”Let’s begin.”

The morning passed beneath the sound of clashing steel.

Selene corrected every flaw in his stance.

Every unnecessary movement.

Every wasted ounce of strength.

Again.

And again.

Each exchange became sharper than the last.

Sweat gradually soaked through Andras’s training clothes.

Yet his concentration never wavered.

Eventually...

Selene lowered her practice sword.

”I think that’s enough.”

She raised an eyebrow.

”Let’s spar.”

Without another word...

The two stepped onto the center of the training ground.

The surrounding knights instinctively backed away.

Everyone wanted to watch.

”Begin.”

Clang!

Their wooden swords collided.

Unlike their previous sparring sessions...

Andras wasn’t immediately pushed onto the defensive.

His movements had become noticeably smoother.

His footwork was more refined.

His reactions were faster.

Although Selene still maintained complete control of the battle...

She could clearly feel the difference.

Interesting...

He isn’t merely growing stronger.

He’s improving every single day.

The exchange continued.

Each strike displayed greater precision than before.

Several minutes later...

Selene finally disarmed him with a clean strike.

The wooden sword spun through the air before landing upon the ground.

Silence followed.

Then...

Selene smiled.

”A significant improvement.”

She crossed her arms.

”If you continue progressing at this pace...”

”I’ll have to take you seriously much sooner than expected.”

Even the surrounding knights exchanged surprised looks.

They trained under Captain Jack every day.

They understood exactly how terrifying Selene truly was.

The fact that she had praised someone so openly was almost unbelievable.

Selene watched Andras retrieve his sword.

His breathing was heavy.

Yet his eyes remained calm.

I’ve trained countless talented warriors...

But never someone who improves this quickly.

His growth is almost frightening.

After thanking Selene for the lesson, Andras returned to the mansion.

Lunch had already been prepared.

He enjoyed a quiet meal before returning to his room.

The afternoon passed peacefully.

Seated cross-legged upon his bed, Andras slowly circulated mana throughout his body.

The flow of mana became increasingly smooth as he immersed himself in meditation.

Hours passed unnoticed.

Only when evening arrived did a gentle knock sound upon his door.

”Young Master.”

Lyra entered while pushing a small serving cart.

Dinner had been prepared exactly according to his preferences.

She carefully arranged each dish before stepping back respectfully.

Andras quietly finished eating.

Once the servants removed the empty plates, he looked toward Lyra.

”Bring me a bottle of rum.”

”At once, Young Master.”

She returned several minutes later carrying an elegant crystal bottle together with a single glass.

After pouring the amber liquor, she placed everything upon the nearby table.

Andras took a slow sip.

The familiar warmth spread through his body.

A nostalgic smile appeared on his lips.

As he leaned back in his chair, another thought crossed his mind.

I haven’t smoked since transmigrating.

Back on Earth...

A cigarette occasionally helped him organize his thoughts.

This world had something similar.

According to Rise of the Sword Hero...

It was known as Pipe-Weed.

He remembered the author mentioning it several times.

A faint chuckle escaped him.

Looks like the author borrowed that idea from a famous fantasy writer back on Earth.

He glanced toward Lyra.

”Do we have any Pipe-Weed in the estate?”

Lyra blinked.

”...Pipe-Weed?”

She tilted her head slightly.

”I’m afraid I’ve never heard of such a thing, Young Master.”

Andras wasn’t surprised.

She had spent most of her life inside Darkmoor Manor.

If the estate didn’t stock it...

She had little reason to know its name.

A mischievous thought crossed his mind.

He narrowed his eyes slightly.

”So.”

”I ask for something...”

”And you’ve never even heard of it?”

Lyra immediately lowered her head.

”My deepest apologies, Young Master.”

”I truly don’t know what Pipe-Weed is.”

Her voice became quieter.

”If I’ve disappointed you...”

”I accept whatever punishment you deem appropriate.”

She hesitated before continuing.

”My duty is to serve you in whatever way I can.”

Andras studied her for a moment.

Then...

A small smile appeared.

She’s changed.

When they had first met, she would have panicked.

Now...

She accepted responsibility without hesitation.

”Relax.”

His tone returned to normal.

”I was teasing you.”

Lyra blinked.

Then let out a quiet sigh of relief.

A faint blush appeared on her cheeks.

”You really frightened me, Young Master.”

He laughed softly.

”Tomorrow.”

”We’ll go into town.”

”I’ll show you what Pipe-Weed is.”

Her eyes brightened.

”As you wish.”

She nodded without hesitation.

The evening gradually grew quieter.

Outside the windows, darkness settled over Darkmoor Manor.

The sounds of the estate slowly faded as servants retired for the night and patrols quietly took their positions along the walls.

After speaking for a while longer, Andras dismissed Lyra.

She bowed respectfully before leaving the room.

Left alone, he walked toward the window.

Moonlight illuminated the vast lands belonging to House Darkmoor.

The banquet in the Imperial Capital was over.

Princess Aurelia had received his gift.

Seris had accepted the truth about herself.

And another piece had quietly fallen into place.

A faint smile appeared on his face.

The game had only just begun.

With that thought, he extinguished the lamp and retired for the night.

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