The setting sun's afterglow bathed the two of them in warm light, and by this time several hours had already passed since Carlisle began teaching Subaru magic.
Carlisle had taught her Yin Attribute offensive magic and the Yin Sealing Technique defensive spell.
Self preservation was no longer an issue, but according to the amount of mana stored in Subaru's body, she could only cast magic three times at most.
Therefore, she could only rely on some external assistance.
"Here, Subaru, take this." Carlisle took out a clear marble like object from his pocket and handed it to Subaru.
"This is..." She took the marble, her eyes filled with confusion.
She carefully examined the item in her hand.
"This is a magic tool I crafted from high grade magic ore, and it contains my mana," Carlisle explained.
"Keep it with you, and when you cast magic, the mana inside will automatically replenish the mana you use and nourish your Gate. With this, you should be able to cast magic up to ten times."
Subaru's eyes immediately lit up, as if she had discovered a treasure.
She tightly gripped the magic tool, her face filled with pleasant surprise.
"This... did you make it yourself?
"I will definitely treasure it!"
Carlisle shook his head helplessly.
The girl's attention was clearly not on the powerful function of the magic tool, but rather on the fact that he had personally made it.
He reached out and gently tapped Subaru's forehead, his tone carrying a rare hint of reproach.
"Pay attention to what is important and listen carefully.Unless it is a matter of life and death, after casting magic ten times you must absolutely not use any more mana."
"This is your limit. Otherwise your Gate may suffer permanent damage."
Subaru rubbed her forehead where she had been tapped, but her face still carried a bright smile.
"I understand, Teacher Carlisle, I will definitely remember it!"
At that moment, a cool voice sounded nearby.
"I am very sorry, Lord Carlisle, but Subaru's break time is about to end."
Rem stood not far away and slowly walked toward them, her gaze calmly fixed on the two of them.
Subaru heard the voice and quickly turned her head. After seeing Rem, she suddenly realized she would soon need to return to help in the kitchen.
She nodded.
"Okay, I will be there soon!"
However, as soon as she finished speaking, Subaru suddenly thought of something. A clever glint appeared in her eyes.
"Wait a minute, Rem senpai. Is there still some time before dinner?"
"Yes." Rem nodded.
"Rem came to remind a certain maid not to forget her duties."
Subaru ignored Rem's warning and asked enthusiastically.
"Is that so... Then Rem senpai, can you use magic?"
Rem tilted her head slightly in confusion, clearly not expecting Subaru to suddenly ask such a question.
She thought for a moment.
"If it is simple magic... Rem knows a little."
"That is great!" Subaru's face was filled with excitement.
"Rem senpai, please have a magic spar with me!"
This was Subaru's little scheme.
After all, ever since she was young, she had only seen the mysterious power called magic in light novels and anime. Now that she had been transported to another world, she had actually become a magician herself, even if it was only the lowest level.
Still, she wanted to experience a satisfying battle like the protagonists in those novels after obtaining new powers.
As for why she did not ask Carlisle?
Leaving aside the fact that he was her teacher, she had personally witnessed just how powerful his magic was.
She did not aim to win. She only hoped she would not lose too badly.
"So that is your intention. It seems the new maid has no clear understanding of her own abilities, but Rem has no objections."
"Wait, Subaru. It is still a little too early for you." Carlisle frowned and advised her with concern.
Seeing this, Subaru immediately puffed up her cheeks and clasped her hands together. Her eyes were filled with pleading.
"Please, Teacher!"
"I want to test my abilities, I believe that practice alone is not enough. Only by applying what I have learned can I truly improve!"
Carlisle looked at Subaru's pleading expression and found himself unable to refuse the girl's request.
He turned his head toward Rem, hoping to gain some support from her.
However, Rem simply nodded slightly.
"It will be fine, Lord Carlisle. It will not take much time."
"…Sigh. I really cannot do anything about you." Carlisle finally relented.
He walked up to Subaru and extended his hand. His index finger glowed faintly.
"However, before we begin, let me apply some protective magic to you. Although the mana in the air has not dissipated yet, it is better to be cautious."
Subaru stood obediently, allowing Carlisle to cast magic on her.
Her face was filled with anticipation as she eagerly waited for the spar to begin.
"Add Rem as well." Carlisle turned his head and looked at Rem.
"To deal with a beginner who has just learned magic, Rem does not require protective magic. There is no need to trouble Lord Carlisle." Rem shook her head, her expression showing rare confidence.
Carlisle stepped closer to Rem and quietly said, "Consider it a small apology from me. Please go easy on Subaru."
Rem was slightly surprised when she heard this, but then she gently nodded.
"Rem understands."
A moment later, the two stood facing each other.
Subaru gripped the magic tool in her hand, her eyes filled with determination.
Rem stood calmly a short distance away, as if a magic spar was nothing more than a routine matter.
Carlisle stood to the side, his gaze moving between the two girls. A trace of worry appeared in his heart. He knew very well that Subaru had no chance of winning this spar.
He only hoped she would not feel too discouraged afterward.
"Well then, let us begin."
Subaru took a deep breath and fixed her gaze firmly on Rem.
"Rem senpai, please guide me!"
Rem nodded slightly.
The aura of fire attribute mana, which produces ice magic, slowly emerged around her.
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"I surrender!"
Subaru raised both hands, her face filled with frustration as she declared defeat.
All around her, dense ice cones floated in the air. Their sharp tips were nearly touching her neck, as if they could pierce her skin at any moment.
Fine beads of sweat appeared on her forehead, and her eyes were filled with frustration.
Just now, Subaru had cast her final Yin Sealing Technique in an attempt to block Rem's attack.
However, the magic tool suddenly refused to continue supplying mana, clearly because Carlisle had set a limit beforehand.
Only then did Subaru realize that she had already used all ten magic casts.
Immediately afterward, Rem's ice magic surged forward like a storm. Within only ten seconds, Subaru was completely forced into a desperate position.
"Hm, it was even simpler than I expected."
Rem gently waved her hand, and the surrounding ice cones instantly dissolved, turning into countless ice crystals that faded into the air.
Subaru finally breathed a sigh of relief. Her legs weakened, and she almost collapsed to the ground.
She looked up at Rem, her eyes filled with admiration for Rem's strength, along with dissatisfaction at her own performance.
Actually, this made sense. In fantasy works, maids who have names are usually extremely powerful. Some are even capable of stopping time.
Still, running out of mana and being defeated so quickly left her feeling somewhat unwilling to accept it.
Rem said nothing more. She only nodded to Carlisle, who was standing nearby, then turned and walked away.
Without turning back, she left a final remark.
"Remember to come to the kitchen later to prepare dinner."
At that moment, Carlisle's gaze followed the direction Rem had gone, and he fell into deep thought.
During the battle just now, he had keenly sensed an unusual mana aura from Rem. It was the unique mana fluctuation of the Oni race.
The Oni race, a race that had long ago been annihilated by the Witch Cult.
Ram and Rem... were they survivors of the Oni race?
After Carlisle became a knight, he had carried out many missions to track the Witch Cult. During those missions, he had witnessed the terrible consequences created by the Witch Cult's cruelty and madness.
Those scenes were no different from hell.
"Witch Cult..."
Carlisle clenched his fists as a cold killing intent flashed briefly in his eyes, but he quickly suppressed it.
He knew that now was not the time to dwell on the past.
Suppressing the turmoil in his heart, Carlisle gathered his thoughts. He walked up to Subaru and gently patted her shoulder.
"Alright. Please do not take this failure too seriously. It seems you need to train your combat awareness.
Keep working hard in the future."
"Hmm. This is only the beginning..." Subaru looked up, and the determination in her eyes reignited.
However, she suddenly remembered something, and panic immediately appeared on her face.
"Ah! Sorry, I really have to go to the kitchen now!"
— — — — — —
In the kitchen, Subaru and Rem worked together in perfect coordination to prepare dinner.
Although the battle earlier had left Subaru feeling somewhat frustrated, she was not discouraged. Instead, she became even more focused on her work.
After dinner, Subaru took a hot bath in Roswaal's spacious and luxurious bathroom, washing away the fatigue of the day.
Afterward, she went to the storage room, gathered several materials, and returned to her room.
Sitting at the table, Subaru began carefully crafting something.
Her fingers skillfully manipulated the tools in her hands, her eyes filled with concentration.
"Alright, it is finished."
The girl looked at the item in front of her with satisfaction.
It was a simple necklace with a delicate small wooden box hanging from it.
She carefully placed the mana replenishing magic tool inside. It fit perfectly.
Then Subaru placed the necklace around her neck and walked to the mirror to examine it.
"Hmm, it fits perfectly." She gently touched the necklace, a satisfied smile appearing on her face.
The magic tool was cleverly hidden inside the small wooden box, making it look natural while still allowing it to function.
Fortunately the object was very small, so turning it into a necklace ornament did not look strange.
"Time to sleep. Tomorrow I must work even harder."
Subaru stretched and was just about to rest when a soft knock suddenly came from outside the door.
"Who could it be so late?" She walked to the door with some confusion and opened it.
To her surprise, Senior Ram was standing outside.
"Uh... Good evening, Senior Ram. Wasn't today's work already finished?"
"Indeed. Ram did not expect a beginner to adapt to maid work so quickly. However, Ram discovered that you cannot read or write.
Be grateful. Ram has come to teach Subaru how to read and write."
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