# WebtoonLib — Beware the Villainess! #61

## Series
- title: Beware the Villainess!
- slug: beware-the-villainess-890e18

## Chapter
- number: 61
- release_date: 2025-03-05

### Summary
The current chapter focuses on character dynamics, with reader reactions centered on the relationship between Melissa and her werewolf butler, Nine. The overwhelming fan sentiment is that Nine has become an endearing "simp," whose devotion is expressed through comedic jealousy and insecurity. His perception of Melissa's new, handsome female swordfighting trainer, Kartena, as a rival has led him to comically imagine Melissa accumulating a "lesbian harem." Readers have particularly enjoyed Nine calling Melissa "handsome," finding the term fitting for her strong persona. However, a dissenting minority of fans express concern over Nine's development, viewing his behavior as "clingy," "overbearing," and out of character, arguing that Melissa treats him more like a child than an equal partner. Alongside this central dynamic, the maid Yona remains a fan favorite for her humorous, judgmental expressions, and reader speculation about a spy within the household staff continues to build. The chapter reinforces Melissa's core identity as a clever and powerful protagonist whose intense training and charisma cause her to unconsciously collect admirers.
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## Spoiler
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### Safe teaser
The current chapter focuses on character dynamics, with reader reactions centered on the relationship between Melissa and her werewolf butler, Nine.

### Spoiler summary
The current chapter focuses on character dynamics, with reader reactions centered on the relationship between Melissa and her werewolf butler, Nine. The overwhelming fan sentiment is that Nine has become an endearing "simp," whose devotion is expressed through comedic jealousy and insecurity. His perception of Melissa's new, handsome female swordfighting trainer, Kartena, as a rival has led him to comically imagine Melissa accumulating a "lesbian harem." Readers have particularly enjoyed Nine calling Melissa "handsome," finding the term fitting for her strong persona. However, a dissenting minority of fans express concern over Nine's development, viewing his behavior as "clingy," "overbearing," and out of character, arguing that Melissa treats him more like a child than an equal partner. Alongside this central dynamic, the maid Yona remains a fan favorite for her humorous, judgmental expressions, and reader speculation about a spy within the household staff continues to build. The chapter reinforces Melissa's core identity as a clever and powerful protagonist whose intense training and charisma cause her to unconsciously collect admirers.

## Status
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- summary_status: generated
- transcript: Hardsub chapter — image-only

## See also
- [WebtoonLib — Beware the Villainess! #61](/series/beware-the-villainess-890e18/chapter-61)
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