Chapter 134: Before we meet again, you must take good care of your bowels
〜Inside, the Theater〜
"…Though I don't know what a 'zombie' is… that phrase 'where would I even get the chance to meet people'…"
Otto said.
"It means… his memories have been interfered with and modified again."
Yuriusu stated.
Furthermore, Roswaal had also developed a misunderstanding, wrongly believing that Subaru had failed the trial.
"That Witch… what exactly is she trying to do?"
Felt scratched her head.
"…The Witch… to interfere with Subaru-kun's memories so many times, just what…"
Rem clenched her fists indignantly.
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[ "By the way, it's truly impressive that you managed to persuade Garfiel."
"It took a little time, but fortunately, I managed to convince him in the end."
"Sigh, it's already been three days, almost four, and I haven't even seen her face once! And then you make me head back to the village…" Subaru and Otto were packing up the dragon carriage. A quick glance around showed that they were surrounded by the evacuated villagers of Arlam Village. ]
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〜Inside, the Theater〜
"This is…?"
Otto looked at the screen curiously.
"Isn't it obvious? It looks like the Boss is taking the villagers away from here."
Garfiel said.
According to the dialogue, this was already the third day since arriving at the Sanctuary.
"Three days have passed… then the mansion…"
"Big Sis!"
Otto spoke in a heavy voice, while Garfiel gritted his teeth.
Most of the people didn't understand why they were reacting this way.
"Eh? Does this mean I passed the trial?"
On the other side, Emilia was dazed.
"…There is another possibility. From a pragmatic standpoint, there's likely no need to keep the villagers imprisoned."
Anastasia said. Then she continued:
"If their goal is to liberate the Sanctuary, then as long as they have Emilia, it's fine; the others don't really matter. Whether the villagers are there or not, Emilia cannot leave the Sanctuary. To get out, she has to undergo the trials whether she wants to or not."
In any case, things were roughly cleared up.
Here, Subaru was going to take everyone back to Arlam Village to reunite with their families.
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[ "From the moment Emilia-sama entered the barrier, the only way out was to dispel the barrier. Therefore, we might as well let those who have lost their value as hostages go back to the village… that's how it is." Garfiel said as he walked over.
It seemed his thoughts aligned closely with Anastasia's.
"Waaah." Facing Garfiel, Otto let out a timid cry.
"Don't keep bullying him. That guy is a very precious… precious what was it again? And speaking of which, I didn't expect you to actually look after the villagers who came to take refuge…" Subaru remarked.
"Ah? I was forced into it. I can't exactly force the old hag and the others, and there are plenty of people who don't want to get near outsiders. This Ore-sama didn't want to cause trouble. It's what you'd call 'Exile to Malinga Island'." ]
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〜Inside, the Theater〜
"Haha, 'precious what'—the green-hatted guy is so pitiful!"
Felt burst out laughing.
"Could you please not say such a sad thing with a smile on your face!"
Otto responded with a bitter expression.
"That was back when everyone didn't know about Brother Otto's ability yet."
Garfiel said.
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[ "Subaru!" Emilia walked over. "Um, did I interrupt your talk with Garfiel?"
"No, don't worry. We weren't talking about anything serious. Emilia-tan is the top priority. Sigh, I originally hoped the barrier could be dispelled so we could leave with our heads held high…"
Hearing this, Emilia lowered her head slightly and bit her lip. "I'm sorry… It's my fault. So many days have passed, and I still haven't conquered the 'Trial'. But I don't think everyone should be kept from reuniting with their families because of that." ]
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〜Inside, the Theater〜
"I see… I didn't conquer the trial."
Emilia lowered her gaze. But that was normal.
Just now, she was wondering how she, in that state, could have conquered the three trials.
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[ "It's Ram. What are you doing here?" After Subaru and Emilia exchanged warnings to be careful, Ram approached.
"How 'polite' of you, Barusu. Ram is merely here specifically on behalf of Roswaal-sama to see you off. Additionally, Ram has a message to pass on. Roswaal-sama said that if you cannot face Frederica with peace of mind, then go ask Beatrice-sama. After returning to the mansion, Barusu should say this—'Roswaal said to let you ask the question'."
"The question?" Subaru looked completely bewildered. Ram shook her head, indicating she didn't know what it meant either.
"In any case, please do not push yourself—may the blessing of the spirits be with you." Emilia walked over, showing a melancholy expression, finally speaking to Subaru.
"Alright, I'll be right back. Good luck to you, too, Emilia." ]
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〜Inside, the Theater〜
"The question?"
Rem tilted her head, her face full of question marks.
"Oh ho, it's that question."
Puck nodded as if he understood something.
"Yes, it is~ that question~"
Roswaal drew out his words.
"…It is that question, I suppose."
Beatrice said in a low voice.
"Hey, don't be so cryptic. What exactly is the question?"
Garfiel was completely lost.
"Betty's… 'Betty's That Person.' It is that kind of question, I suppose."
Beatrice answered.
Then Beatrice shot a side-eye at Roswaal.
"You, you were trying to make Subaru become Betty's 'That Person', weren't you?"
"I was mere~ly giving Subaru a~clearance aid."
Roswaal responded.
It seemed Roswaal wanted Beatrice to ask Subaru if he was 'That Person,' and then have Subaru affirm it.
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[ "What's this, are you worried about me? Don't worry, I won't cause you any trouble."
The scene shifted. After Subaru, Otto, and Garfiel parted ways, Subaru arrived at the mansion alone.
The sun was about to set; night was fast approaching.
Just as Subaru was about to enter, Patrasche pressed her snout against him. ]
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〜Inside, the Theater〜
"It's~ already this time. Calcu~lating it, the man~sion must alrea~dy…"
"Already…"
"…Already."
Outside the screen, Roswaal spoke words that most people couldn't understand.
Otto and Garfiel chimed in as well.
Already this time? The mansion already?
What happened?
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[ "First hurdle." Subaru said, making a sound as he gripped the doorknob.
But there was no response at all.
"First hurdle failed, moving straight to the second."
He opened the door and walked inside.
There was no one.
"Is it for ventilation? It doesn't look like it." Subaru walked down the hallway, seeing that almost every room had its door wide open. ]
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〜Inside, the Theater〜
"Could it be… I've already…"
Frederica fell silent.
She thought back to her cute junior and Rem.
"Every door is open… Betty…"
Beatrice thought, realizing why it was so, and cast a reproachful look toward Roswaal.
"The mansion… was attacked. Right?"
On the other side, Rem said.
This was too eerie; the only explanation was this.
Frederica nodded wordlessly.
"If that's the case… then Subaru-kun!"
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[ "Ah… cough…" Just as Rem finished speaking outside the screen, fresh blood dyed the screen red.
Then, a voice rang out—
"Didn't I say so? Didn't we promise? Before we meet again, you must take good care of your bowels." Elsa Granhiert, with burning eyes and a voluptuous smile, stared intently at Subaru's bowels.
In the next moment, the screen went dark. ]
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