Akuyaku Reijou no Shitsuji-sama: Hametsu Flag wa Ore ga Tsubusasete Itadakimasu

Akuyaku Reijou no Shitsuji-sama: Hametsu Flag wa Ore ga Tsubusasete Itadakimasu (悪役令嬢の執事様 破滅フラグは俺が潰させていただきます, The Villainess's Butler: I Raised Her to be Very Cute, The Butler for Villain Daughter / The Villainess' Butler: Death Flag Destroyer at Your Service) is a Japanese light novel series written by Hiironoame with illustrated by Murakami, Yuichi and is based on the light novels of the same name. The light novel series was adapted into a manga series with illustrations by Shoubu and serialized by Gangan Online, with 5+ volumes released as of September 19, 2020.

Akuyaku Reijou no Shitsuji-sama: Hametsu Flag wa Ore ga Tsubusasete Itadakimasu began as a web novel on Shousetsuka ni Narou under the title Akuyaku Reijou no Shitsuji-sama: Ore ga Sodateta Kanojo wa Totemo Kawaii on July 31, 2019. Kadokawa has released revised and illustrated version of the series since April 3, 2020 under its Dragon Novels label.

Akuyaku Reijou no Shitsuji-sama: Hametsu Flag wa Ore ga Tsubusasete Itadakimasu has been published digitally in English as The Villainess' Butler: Death Flag Destroyer at Your Service by Square Enix through Manga UP!

Synopsis
Regaining the memories of his previous life, Cyril realized that he was an otome game's character, the villainous daughter Sophia's butler. At the rate things were going, Sophia would eventually have the prince stolen away from her by the heroine, fall into darkness, and be executed. Wanting to save the villainous daughter he was so fond of, Cyril moved to eliminate all the factors that would cause her to fall into darkness, raising her up to be a talented and beautiful girl who could win the prince's love, however...

(Source: Shousetsuka ni Narou, translate)

Novel
Hiironoame (Author) / Murakami, Yuichi (Illustrator), "Akuyaku Reijou no Shitsuji-sama: Hametsu Flag wa Ore ga Tsubusasete Itadakimasu" Dragon Novels , 3 volumes already published (as of October 5, 2021).


 * 1) Released date April 3, 2020 - ISBN 978-4040735917
 * 2) Released date October 5, 2020 - ISBN 978-4040738314
 * 3) Released date October 5, 2021 - ISBN 978-4040742663

Manga
Hiironoame (Original) / Murakami, Yuichi (Character Draft) / Shoubu (Illustrator), "Akuyaku Reijou no Shitsuji-sama: Hametsu Flag wa Ore ga Tsubusasete Itadakimasu" Gangan Online , 5+ volumes already published (as of October 12, 2022)


 * 1) Released date January 12, 2021 - ISBN 978-4757570375
 * 2) Released date June 11, 2021 - ISBN 978-4757573222
 * 3) Released date November 11, 2021 - ISBN 978-4757575714
 * 4) Released date December 5, 2021 - ISBN 978-4757579224
 * 5) Released date October 12, 2022 - ISBN 978-4757582026

Character
The main character of this work who serves as Sophia's exclusive butler. In the original game "Hikari to Yami no Espressivo", he took part in Sophia's evil deeds, and as a result, he and she were destroyed (In game). In his current world, as a reincarnated person, he uses the knowledge of the original game he gained in his previous life to act to avoid the destruction of her Sophia and herself. (Current) A butler for Sofia Rosenberg and he is currently studying as a junior high school student at the Royal Londbell Academy with Sofia.

In the game Hikari to Yami no Espressivo, Cyril is the villainess, Sofia Rosenberg's butler who harasses the protagonist, Alicia Lindbell, to make her fiancé, Prince Alforth Efenia switch his sole attention to his bride-to-be. The prince learns of his fiancée's acts of cruelty toward Alicia and sentences both Sofia and Cyril to death.

He is the son of the Rosenberg family's head butler who has retained memories of his past life as one who has played the Otome game and remembers the cruel fate he shares with Sofia, does everything he can by becoming Sofia's exclusive butler at an earlier age to prevent both his and his lady's death in the future.

Personality


 * Cyril personality only focused on what path her master chooses, he is a kind person and he must do whatever it takes for Sofie to fulfill the fate he wants for her master. Cyril as a butler he can be able to maintain an even temper, at all times. One must have exceptional personal hygiene and look sharp and professional, always. Even when under stress or scrutiny, he can remain calm and lead their team through the difficulties.
 * Cyril is HORRIFIED that Sofia has fallen in love with him instead of the prince; realizing it's far, far too late to do anything to change this as breaking Sofia's heart will just turn her into a villainess and make his planning moot. It's even worse that Alicia is also in love with him, and can't take the hint that she's just a pest. However, Cyril does love Sofia himself; he's just not aware, as his feelings are buried deep in his heart. Even Alicia, after she gives up on winning Cyril over, can see their mutual love.

Abilities
"Any time, Any place, I am always on your side, protecting you!"

- Cyril said to Sofia

Cyril is very knowledgeable in magic, because of his previous life of his as a normal student who majored in magic, but since science and magic were more developed in that world of his, the knowledge he had in his previous life was nothing but valuable in this world (Hikari to Yami no Espressivo Game).

Skilled Butler (Superior)

Jack of All Trades, Master of None
 * As his knowledge, Cyril fulfills the requirement being a butler for Sofia Rosenberg:
 * Experience as a Butler or similar role in the hospitality industry.
 * Strong multi-tasking skills
 * Excellent organizational skills
 * Ability to adapt to a fluid environment
 * Commitment to a high level of customer service
 * Strict attention to detail
 * Knowledge of area restaurants, theaters, and other attractions
 * Ability to handle sensitive matters with efficiency and discretion
 * Knowledge of food and wine pairings is a plus Meet guests when they arrive and getting them settled in their rooms.
 * Anticipate guests’ needs by learning their preferences, allergies, dislikes, etc.
 * Have a thorough understanding of all spirits and specialty foods in stock
 * Assess and restock wine and spirit collections as necessary
 * Serve meals and pour drinks for guests
 * Communicate with housekeeping to ensure rooms are cleaned at the most convenient time for guests
 * Cyril have talent to play any musical instrument (violin, piano & etc.) even dance. And he also good at Negotiation part (Acting, Counselor or Businessman), an Educator, Self-defense (Martial Arts), athletic for protecting himself and his master for any danger, also a smooth talker and as of being Reincarnated person he have a modern knowledge of academics.

Trivia

 * Cyril will very likely obtain a noble title in the end; but due to contributions that were not planned by Sophia, as is the pattern with his reputation getting boosted.
 * What makes this story different from most reincarnated into a class society stories is Cyril is stuck in a WORSE position than someone who is a commoner; he's a servant to the girl he mutually loves. So they can't have a legitimate romance, as servants are (rarely) just used as lovers in loveless noble marriages; something Sophia is adamantly against, as she loves Cyril and him alone.
 * It's this very problem that is the reason Sophia is doing everything she can to make Cyril be recognized for his merits.
 * Ironically, Prince Alphonse is the only noble child to actually ACT HIS AGE; the rest of the students, even the heroine, are aware of politics. It's this fact that let's him see how noble society's double-meaning words is a waste of time; believing kids should just be themselves and act their ages.

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