However, the peaceful days in Buena Village were coming to an end. Paul and Zenith decided that Rudeus was becoming too codependent on his tutor, Roxy, and his best friend, Sylphiette. They decided it was time for Rudeus to step out of his comfort zone and experience the real world.
Zenith was heartbroken and furious. Paul, realizing the gravity of his mistake, prostrated himself on the floor, accepting all blame. Lilia, expecting to be thrown out onto the streets, kept her head down. Mushoku Tensei: Isekai Ittara Honki Dasu Episode 4
It gave Zenith a target for her anger (Paul) without forcing her to hate the innocent Lilia. However, the peaceful days in Buena Village were
Rudeus put on his best "innocent child" act. He looked at Lilia and gently suggested that Paul must have forced himself onto her, painting Lilia as the victim and Paul as the sole villain. This clever framing did two things: Zenith was heartbroken and furious