Afterword
HI there, everyone. You can call me Akako.
Thank you so much for reading The Reincarnated Villainess Won’t Seek Revenge. As someone who loves reading villainess stories on Shōsetsuka ni Narō, I never imagined having my own work in the genre traditionally published. Everything about this feels so surreal.
In the past, I’d find the time in my busy life to read stories on Narō. After going through a number of works on the site, I thought to myself, “Someday, when I have the time, I’d like to write a web novel myself.” And so, when my schedule opened up a little, I tried my hand at a villainess story. That’s how I got here.
I’d like to use this afterword to express my thanks, as I’m truly grateful for the opportunity. Because I began Reincarnated Villainess as a hobby, I worried that my writing was too immature for publication. As such, I would like to thank the editors who helped revise my shoddy prose numerous times. Likewise, I would like to thank Futaba-sensei for creating such wonderful character designs and illustrations. You truly brought the vague images in my head to life.
I started writing this on a whim, but I received the support of so many people who helped turn it into a published novel. I can’t think of anything more wonderful.
I’m not sure how to fill the pages of this afterword except with words of gratitude.
But, speaking of the novel itself, I originally had two scenes in mind: the opening execution and Reynaldo laughing in front of Rosemary’s coffin. Don’t you just love yandere characters who have fallen over to the dark side?
Also, while Prince Rizel might seem like an indispensable character now, I hadn’t thought of him initially. Watching the story take unexpected turns during the actual writing versus plotting was quite interesting.
The original draft of Reincarnated Villainess is completed on Narō. I plan to keep posting my fiction there, including side stories for this series. Nothing would make me happier than if you continued reading my works for at least a little while longer. After all, as the author, I’ve grown quite attached to them.
To conclude this afterword, I would also like to thank the editor who reached out to me and guided me through publication. Thanks to my friends and family who supported me. Thanks to the people who posted impressions and reviews while I was submitting chapters on Narō. And finally, thanks to everyone who is holding this book in their hands right now.
I hope we can meet again soon in volume 2!