The Otome Route Where I Acquire the Kingdom by Hostile Takeover Volume 2

She conquered the market. Now someone wants to burn it all down. Three weeks after her triumph at the King's court, Lady Rauthford's caravans are going up in flames. Sabotage. Coordinated attacks. A conspiracy that reaches deeper into the academy than she ever imagined. When her closest friend disappears in the middle of a high-stakes festival competition, the game changes. This isn't about grades or reputation anymore—it's about survival. And the mysterious "architect" pulling the strings won't stop until proper order is restored... even if it means destroying everyone in their path. The baroness who plays to win is about to learn that some victories cost more than money. **UPDATED September 2026 for improved prose and flow**