Reforming an Icy Final Boss: Getting Back at the Self-Proclaimed Villainess with the Power of Friendship

Milly Asteara’s story should have ended in death by villainess. Known to some as the “final boss,” Milly is an ice queen with a noble background and little interest in others. That chapter in her life comes to a close when she is callously murdered by Angelina Grey—the self-proclaimed villainess convinced this world is an otome game—and awakens three years in the past with all her memories intact. Determined to escape the humiliating fate that once claimed her life, Milly sets out to rewrite the future by gathering information, choosing allies, and reevaluating the world around her. Unfortunately, her rival won’t stop until she gets her happy ending with Prince Gilbert, and she’s willing to kill for it. Poisoned teacups, political rivalries, and hidden reincarnators turn everyday life at the academy into a battlefield. But for Milly, surviving this second chance means more than revenge—it’s about carving out a life where she can truly belong!

Milly Asteara, Grandor Magic Academy’s Ice-Cold Princess, is determined to rewrite her fate and her reputation. What begins as a simple plan—ace the exams, win the right to the First Dance, and make some more friends—turns into a semester that tests her in ways no spell ever could. As Milly’s study group grows from chaos to camaraderie, she learns that friendship means more than shared textbooks and sarcastic banter. Her sharp-tongued classmate Lucius becomes an anchor she never expected, gentle Sierra reminds her what kindness feels like, and even her rival Ike challenges her to face the pride she’s long hidden behind composure. Meanwhile, the prodigy Edgar Franster’s near-impossible, chantless magic stirs both admiration and unease, drawing Milly into a mystery that blurs respect, envy, and something more tender.