I don't know that ceiling.
The wound on my stomach is gone.
Considering all this, it must've been her...
Emilia's healing power, huh?
Well, at any rate, it seems I got out of using Return by Death this time...
Still, isn't it normal to wake up and see a girl by your bed
asking, "Are you awake?" after she'd cared for you the whole time?
Feels kinda flawed, for a story about being summoned into another world.
A looping hallway...
Is this one of those things where I can't get out until I find the right room?
The typical pattern dictates that the first door is likely the goal!
What a profoundly aggravating man you are, I suppose.
First NPC found!
You're gonna ruin your cute face with that cold attitude.
Come on, smile! Smile!
The only smile worth giving you is a derisive sneer.
Are you mad because I guessed it right on the first try?
I've always been a pretty lucky guesser.
I can understand why game masters would want me in all the events, but sorry!
So, what is this place, anyway?
Hmph! It's Betty's multi-purpose room,
which serves as a library and bedroom, I suppose.
Talk about your token response.
Are you one of the manual girls everyone's into now?
Betty has had just about enough.
Time to teach you a lesson, I suppose.
Hey, what are you gonna do?
Don't you dare move.
Anything you'd like to say?
D-Don't hurt me.
What did you do to me, you drill loli?
I only collected the mana from your body, I suppose.
It confirmed that you are not an enemy.
You're not human, are you?
And I don't mean your personality...
It took you long enough to notice, I suppose.
I take it back. Your personality isn't human, either.
Do not measure a proud, noble being by your standards, human.
I'm lost, trapped in my own past
Telling myself that it's not true
And that I don't really know if I can control it all at will
The sky is growing hazy
Where is the right answer?
The only precious thing left in my hands
Is a memory I'll never forget
I shout over and over that I'll protect you to the end
The love that I've grasped in the midst of all this rewinding
I'll never let it go
My scattered feelings become a wish I can only make once
So I entrust it to the next incarnation of me
The promise we once made will be my guiding light
I'll make this vow for you, until the very end
And by turning even my tears into strength, I'll reach my desired future
I know that ceiling.
Oh, he has awakened, Sister.
Indeed, he's awakened, Rem.
Me, a denizen of the night, waking up in the morning?
I'm getting all emotional.
I'd better go to sleep a second time...
No, I woke up earlier, so this makes the third.
My, what a deadbeat thing to say.
Did you hear that, Sister?
Yes, truly the words of a loser. I heard him, Rem.
All right!
Who are these two voices that keep criticizing me in stereo?!
N-No way...
Maid costumes exist in this world, too?!
Maids were always the very personification of elegance in my mind...
This ain't so bad, either!
How terrible. You are being violated in the mind of our guest, Sister.
It is terrible. You're experiencing the ultimate shame in the mind of our guest, Rem.
Don't underestimate my capacity.
You're both fair prey in my fantasies!
Can't you wake up more peacefully, Subaru?
Whoever picked that outfit totally gets it!
I don't know what you're talking about,
but the fact that I know it's something stupid is disappointing.
Listen to this, Emilia-sama.
My dear sister was just violated by that man.
Please listen to this, Emilia-sama.
Rem was held prisoner and shamed by that man.
And you two, don't tease him too much.
Yes, Emilia-sama. My sister is very sorry.
Yes, Emilia-sama. Rem's sorry, as well.
Subaru, are you feeling all right?
Does anything feel off?
Huh? Oh, I'm just a bit groggy from oversleeping.
It was you who saved me, wasn't it, Emilia-tan?
Huh? "Tan"?
What does "tan" mean?
Uh, you can just ignore that one.
Seriously, though, thanks. You saved me.
No, I'm the one who should thank you.
You barely know me, but you risked your life to save me.
It's only natural I'd heal your wounds after that.
Well, then, once again,
I guess it's time to start a new day!
This place really is huge...
The yard isn't so much a yard as a field.
Those are unusual movements. What are you doing?
My homeland's ancient practice of warm-up exercises.
Come on, Emilia-tan, join me!
Radio calisthenics, number 2!
Bounce on both feet to loosen up your body!
Huh? You're kidding! What is that?
Just do what I do.
I'll drill the essence of radio calisthenics into you!
Now, raise both arms and shout, "Victory!"
V-Victory!
Victory! Victory!
Victory!
Hi, Subaru! Great morning, isn't it?
Well, for me, it's been nothing but chaos since the wee hours of the morning.
Looping hallways and a mean little girl on a rampage...
And then, shedding the sweat of passion with Emilia-tan.
Don't make it sound so scandalous!
Good morning, Puck.
Sorry I put you through so much yesterday.
Morning, Lia. I almost lost you yesterday.
I can never thank Subaru enough.
I must do something for him.
Okay, then...
Let me pet your fur whenever I want!
Huh? That's all?
For a first-rate fur master such as myself,
being able to love on the object of your petting affections at any time
is worth just as much as a multimillionaire's riches!
Oh, man, these ears!
I'm in love with how soft you are!
I know you feel that way since I can somewhat read your mind,
but I'm amazed you can actually say it!
It's okay, Lia.
I can't find any malice, hostility, or ill-intent in Subaru.
It's so cute how you call her "Lia," too.
Not as cute as your "Emilia-tan"!
You really are strange, Subaru.
Huh?
Oh? What brings you two here?
Emilia-sama.
Our lord, Roswaal-sama, has returned.
Please come inside.
I was watching you from upstairs, and you know what?
It would seem you are quite dumb, I suppose.
Where do you get off saying that, you loli?!
What does that word mean?
I've never even heard it before, and it irritates me.
Hey, Betty. Haven't seen you in four days.
Have you been doing well and staying ladylike?
Bubby!
I've been waiting for you to come home!
Will you stay with me today, do you suppose?
Sure, no problem.
Let's finally relax together today.
Yay!
Bewildered, aren't you?
Beatrice is so taken with Puck.
Who even says "bewildered" nowadays?
My, my! How unusual to see you here, Beatrice!
I'm so happy you've decided to dine with me.
That boy is more than enough addle-brained fool for me, I suppose.
Betty was only waiting for Bubby!
You guys hired a clown to entertain you before each meal?
I'll never understand how rich folks think.
Um, Subaru, that man is...
Oh, no, it's quite all right, Emilia-sama.
What's going on?
Only that I am the lord of this manor, Roswaal L. Mathers,
Natsuki Subaru-kun.
This is way better than normal food!
Despite her appearance, Rem's cooking is quite impressive.
So this was cooked by the one with blue hair... um... Rem-chan, right?
You made this?
Yes, sir.
I do the cooking in this house.
My sister is not very good at cooking.
Ah, twins who are good at different things!
Is your sister good at cleaning, then?
Yes, that is correct.
My sister excels at housework, especially cleaning and laundry.
So, Rem-rin, you're good at cooking, but bad at cleaning and laundry?
No, I am generally good at all household tasks.
I am also better at cleaning and laundry than my sister.
Does your sister even have a purpose?!
You are truly a strange young man.
You come to the mansion of Margrave Mathers, in the Kingdom of Lugunica,
and you say you don't understand a thing.
Is something bad happening in this country?
Well, it is not in an agreeable state.
After all, Lugunica's king is currently not present.
No, there's no need to be concerned...
Everyone is quite aware of the reality already.
Really?
I expected a "Now that you know my secret, I can't let you leave here alive" thing.
Around the same time the king went into hiding,
an epidemic began to spread throughout the castle.
The king and his children are the last of his line.
The nation is currently being managed by a council of wise men,
and they are now in the process of selecting a new king.
I see. I'm starting to get the picture.
On top of the king's absence, the royal selection is causing confusion in the kingdom.
Then, suddenly, I appear from another world—
Wait, I'm totally suspect here!
And on top of all that,
you made contact with Emilia-sama, thus becoming connected to my household.
Wait, why would the lord of the mansion call her "Emilia-sama"?
It's only natural to address someone of higher status with due respect.
Um, so Emilia-tan would be...
My current title is
a candidate to become the Kingdom of Lugunica's forty-second ruler,
with the backing of Margrave Roswaal.
What?!
Sorry to surprise you.
I wasn't trying to keep it a secret.
Hey, it's that insignia.
This qualifies one to be a candidate for king.
It's a touchstone for determining if one is worthy of the throne.
Wait, Emilia-tan, you lost an insignia that qualifies you to rule the kingdom?!
Don't put it like that! I didn't lose it!
It was stolen from me by a thief!
That's the same thing!
And what happens if you lose that thing, anyway?
Will a government office issue another one?
Oh, my! If you'd lost it, then there would be no doubt.
If it's believed that one who can't even protect a tiny insignia
can't be entrusted with the nation's rule, that would be the end of it.
Now that I think about it, I did a damn good job.
This totally raises my expectations for a reward!
Yeah, you're right. You're a true savior to me.
So ask for anything.
You may have any reward you request. Just name your desire.
In that case, I have but one request.
Hire me to work in this mansion!
Achoo.
That's not quite right...
Wasn't there anything else that fit, Subaru?
Oddly, some of the girls' stuff fit me, but...
Our deepest apologies, sir... I mean, Subaru-kun.
You look ridiculous, sir... I mean, Barusu.
Um, Nee-sama, you just turned my name into a blinding curse.
Rem, do you notice anything when looking at Barusu's ridiculous appearance?
His shoulders are shaped funny, his legs are short, and his eyes are scary?
Two of those are things I can't do anything about!
We can't allow you to work here in such shady-looking attire.
People would question Roswaal-sama's dignity.
Let us alter the jacket, at least. Rem, if you please.
All right, I have to study for the royal selection.
Good luck with your work, too, Subaru.
Yep! Leave it to me, Emilia-tan!
I will take your measurements. Stand still, with your back straight.
Please don't make strange noises. It's unpleasant.
That was beyond my control!
This is awkward for a guy in various ways!
This is the VIP room.
This is the bathing room.
This is the kitchen.
And this is the lavatory.
In a mansion like this, the restroom must be huge.
You're so great, Bubby! Your fur is the best!
Don't worry. I won't tell a soul.
The feel of that fur would make anyone—
Hey! Let me finish!
That was Beatrice-sama's Door Crossing.
So it's a spell that can connect any door in the mansion to her own room?
Once Beatrice-sama has eliminated her presence,
there's no way to find her without trying every door in the mansion.
She's in here!
That was impressive, Subaru!
You picked the right door again?
What did I tell you?
I'm a flag crusher who makes game masters cry.
I don't understand what you're saying!
I don't know who you are, either.
Ros-chi's little sister?
I'd never want to be his sister, I suppose! Hmph!
Betty is the librarian who oversees the Roswaal mansion's forbidden library.
Roswaal-sama is the greatest magic user in the kingdom.
He has many books that mustn't be seen by others.
Beatrice-sama is contracted to protect them.
If you get it now, then go away.
This concludes our tour of the mansion.
Any questions?
I know it's no use saying this after it's over,
but shouldn't Emilia-tan be the one with me for the tour event?
If you have no questions, let's get to your actual job.
You'll help me with my work, Barusu.
This must be where my hidden skill as a butler reveals itself!
My work today is caring for the front yard and garden, helping to prepare lunch,
polishing the silver, airing out the futons, laundry, bathroom cleaning,
and the mansion's monthly soot cleaning.
I'm exhausted...
This is Rem. Do you have a moment, Subaru-kun?
Sure, I'm good.
I won't do anything weird, so come on in.
Your permission actually makes you sound less credible.
Pardon me, then.
You finished that already?
When it is Roswaal-sama's clothing, my priority is to be careful,
but since this is yours...
Did you just imply that you cut corners?
I hate to admit it, but it's perfect.
Well? Do I look good?
Combined with the rarity of gray clothes,
no one in any kind of strange garment could rival you.
Okay! Not a compliment at all!
What shall we do with that?
This one's easy. Got a needle and thread?
I brought them. Shall I repair it now?
Nah, I'll do it.
Don't underestimate my sewing skills.
I'm surprised.
I must give you full marks for your sewing.
Like you, however, it does not seem very useful.
Ow!
You may get full marks for sewing, but you're still useless with a knife, Barusu.
As always, you make such a lovely image when peeling vegetables, Sister.
Your bias is so blatant, it's almost comforting!
I'd like a comment on my work, too!
I pity the farmer who grew those vegetables.
Stop! You're breaking my heart!
You don't know how to handle a knife, Barusu.
You should hold the knife still and turn the vegetable.
Frankly speaking, my best dish is steamed tatoes.
How can you say that with such a triumphant look?!
Damn it, just watch!
My favorite blade, Shooting Star, will show you a thing or two!
It sliced right through me!
How has Subaru-kun been since then?
It's been five days since his arrival. We should be seeing something by now.
Cooking, laundry, cleaning...
He is useless at all of them.
How strict of you...
And?
What of his potential as a spy?
I cannot deny it exists, but I believe the possibility is slim.
For better or worse...
For worse, in particular, he's too conspicuous.
And if he's too conspicuous...
Despite that possibility, he certainly is carefree.
As I personally see it, it would be wise to interfere.
They're both only children.
Even if we let them be, nothing will happen.
It's not that fun to watch, is it?
Nothing is ever boring when I'm with you, Emilia-tan.
That makes me happy, even if you're only flattering me.
Besides, we haven't had a chance to just talk for the past few days.
That's right. It must have been difficult for you to learn your work here.
Yes, it is! It's killing me!
I wish I could be comforted in your arms, your chest, and your lap, in rotation.
Yeah, yeah. If you can joke around like that, you must be fine.
The moon sure is pretty.
Yes, it's far beyond our reach.
I got a really touching response without even trying!
Still, don't you think you're a bit lacking in ambition?
Like that time with Puck,
and in the capital, when you asked for my name.
You just don't get it, Emilia-tan.
I want what I want at that exact moment,
and I want it from the bottom of my heart.
Huh?
At that time, I wanted to know your name.
I had no expectations for tomorrow,
and I was in a new land, nervous and uncertain of my future.
When I think about it calmly,
there were probably other things I should have wanted.
But I can't lie to myself.
Same with the request I made to Ros-chi.
I'm flat broke right now.
I could cheat him out of a fortune and live it up,
but I can just as easily obtain an ongoing source of livelihood, right?
In that case, couldn't you have become a permanent guest, rather than an employee?
I never thought of that!
Oh, man, talk about pathetic...
You should keep your efforts a secret, huh?
Do you want me to use my healing magic?
Nah, I'm fine like this.
Why?
It's kind of hard to explain, but...
Well, this is proof of the effort I've put in.
I don't actually dislike exerting myself, you know.
Learning to do something I couldn't before...
Well, it's not so bad.
That's right... Yes, I think you're right.
Really, Subaru, you idiot.
Hey, what's with that reaction?
This is where you fall for me all over again.
I never fell for you to begin with.
Honestly, you're so silly.
EMA...
Huh?
It's short for "Emilia-tan, major angel."
I'm thanking you, and you're joking around again!
Anyway, I know you're working hard,
but how did your hands get so torn up?
I cut this one with knives in the kitchen...
And this is from when I went to town in the evening to shop,
and a little animal some kids were playing with bit me.
It wasn't the result of your effort?
Those kids were ruthless,
hitting and kicking me, and wiping their runny noses on me... It sucked, damn it.
You do seem like you'd be good with small children, Subaru.
I know! Wanna come with me tomorrow to get revenge...
I mean, to watch the kids and that small animal?
It's not that I don't want to go with you...
Then let's go!
But if I'm with you, it might cause trouble for you.
Okay, got it! Let's go!
Are you listening to me?
I am! I hang on every word you say, Emilia-tan!
Sheesh...
Only when I can take a break from studying and your work is done, all right?
All right! Roger that!
Hey, loli girl! You're still up?
So now you can break through my Door Crossing like it's natural, I suppose.
Oh, I just wanted to say hello before going to bed.
Can I try that, too?
Only Bubby may touch me, I suppose.
No fair that only you get to have fun.
Well, I'm in a good mood, so I can let it go—
Enough! Just get out of here!
That has nothing to do with Betty, I suppose.
For our date tomorrow,
I'll have to come up with an excuse to ditch the kids in the village.
Oh! First, I've gotta find out where all the good views and flower fields and stuff are...
Crap! I can't sleep while I'm thinking about this!
Oh, I know!
One Puck... Two Pucks...
A hundred and one Pucks...
A new dawn has come! A dawn of hope!
Natsuki Subaru is going to make giant strides today!
What?! You were in here?!
I'm so embarrassed!
You should've said something!
Sister, Sister... Our guest appears to be a bit confused.
Rem, Rem... It looks as though our guest has gone crazy.
Why are you calling me a guest?
You two and your jokes...
The wounds
The Happy Roswaal Mansion Family
are gone.
Why...
Why have I gone back?
Sir, sir, you don't seem to be feeling well.
Are you all right?
Sir, sir, you seem to have a stomachache.
You didn't soil yourself, did you?
You don't... remember me?
So it's like none of it ever happened?
Sir?
Sir, you shouldn't try to move so suddenly.
What happened, damn it?! Everything reset again!
Including my promise with Emilia!
You come in here without even knocking?
What a rude one you are.
Sorry.
Just let me stay here for a bit, please.
There was last time, and again now...
How are you breaking through my Door Crossing?
Beatrice...
Addressing me with no title, I suppose?
You said I broke through your Door Crossing "last time" and "now," right?
I just teased you about it three or four hours ago for being so insensitive.
If this is the second time I've woken up in the mansion...
Then you remember me, right?
If I could, I'd rather erase you from my memory, I suppose.
So the conditions are different from last time...
The save point's changed from near the guy with the appas
to the two angelic girls in maid uniforms.
How did I die?
Everything was normal before I fell asleep.
Even after I fell asleep, I didn't get into any situations where I felt like I would die...
I wondered what you were muttering about, and I hear all this about living and dying.
How boring and senseless to discuss such things by human standards, I suppose.
In the end, you'll only come up with lies and abusive speech.
Thanks. You were a big help.
I didn't do anything.
Somehow, seeing that never-changing attitude of yours calmed me down.
Only an ultimate pervert would be calmed by verbal abuse, I suppose.
You're leaving, I suppose?
Yeah. There's something I want to make sure of.
I'll wait until afterward to get depressed.
Yeah, I knew it.
Subaru!
You're absolutely shining.
I was worried about you!
Ram and Rem were running around in a frenzy,
saying you disappeared right after you woke up!
Sorry about that... I got held up by Beatrice for a bit.
Again? I heard she played a trick on you before you woke up, too...
What is it?
Is there something on my face?
Yeah, your adorable eyes, ears, nose, and mouth.
Uh, I mean...
I'm glad you're okay.
Yeah, I'm fine.
You protected me, after all.
What about you? How are you feeling?
I feel great!
I'm a little low on blood,
all my mana was stolen,
the shock of waking up sapped my strength,
and I feel like my mind's been beaten to death with a bat,
but I'm good!
I see... That's g— Huh?
Wouldn't that mean you're hurt all over?
Hi, Subaru. Great morning, isn't it?
I can't thank you enough for yesterday.
I have to thank you somehow.
Then let me pet your fur whenever I want!
That's all?
Okay, let's go!
Our time is limited, and our world is grand!
And Emilia-tan's and my story has only just begun!
True...
Wait, what did you just say?
Where did the "tan" come from?
I don't know whose idea of a prank this is,
but I'm gonna make you sorry for all of it.
Don't underestimate how vindictive I'll be
after the smile that charmed me that night!
I'm going to keep my promise to Emilia!
I'll get past that night!
Just name your desire!
In that case, I have but one request.
Hire me to work in this mansion!
Hic.
It's how these looping plots work.
Follow the same path, and you'll end up in the same place.
That's too large for you, Barusu.
It appears nothing here will fit you except women's clothes.
Rem, alter that one for him.
Yes, Sister.
Take my measurements, then.
A man can withstand all kinds of awkwardness!
We'll measure you later.
Huh?
Follow me, Barusu.
Are you going to show me around?
That can wait, as well.
You'll help me with my work first.
Hey, wait!
Retrace the same path I took yesterday.
That's what I meant to do, but...
This is totally different from last time.
It's like when you make a cheat sheet,
but when you see the answers, you realize it's the wrong subject.
A total waste of effort.
Hi, there! May I join—
No, you may not.
This facility is part of my mansion,
so it is my property.
I'll do with it as I please.
Why bother asking, then?
Take a bath if you want.
My, how harsh!
And you don't seem to understand.
Yes, this bath is my property...
But as part of my staff,
are you not my property, as well?
Chomp.
No hesitation at all!
This is turning out different from what I'd expected, too.
I do not know what's bothering you,
but life is full of things that don't go your way.
By the way,
do you think you'll be able to get along with Ram and Rem?
I haven't spoken to Rem much yet,
but I get along fine with Ram.
In fact, I think she might be getting a little too friendly.
I can't believe she can work as a maid that way.
Well, Rem covers the things Ram is unable to do.
As sisters, they must help each other.
In that sense, I think the two of them are getting by quite well.
Ram is just the inferior version of her sister,
and all Rem does is cover for her.
And yet they insist Ram is superior because she's older.
It's scary how much nerve they have.
Speaking of nerve, yours appears quite impressive, as well.
Damn, I'm dizzy from that bath.
Stupid Roswaal...
Cover up that sorry thing.
Why are you here?!
I was only waiting here to help Roswaal-sama put on fresh clothes.
I'm sorry to tell you that I've finished my bath,
so I won't be changing.
I wasn't thinking about that!
Also, you spoil him too much! Let him dress himself!
I will not condone disrespect toward Roswaal-sama.
Next time, I will use force.
Any more, and I'll just stir up a hornet's nest...
By the way, Barusu, do you have plans after this?
No, just going to sleep.
Then please wait in your room. I'll come by later.
Huh?
She didn't mean anything... She didn't mean anything by it.
Clear my mind, clear my mind! Emilia-tan is the only one for me!
Calm down, calm down...
One Emilia-tan, two Emilia-tans, three Emilia-tans...
Am I in Heaven?!
You're too noisy, Barusu.
It's nighttime. Be quiet.
Eep!
Barusu, come over here.
Wait! My heart's already set on someone, and her name is Emilia-tan!
What are you talking about?
I'm telling you to sit over here so I can teach you to read and write.
That's news to me!
Where's this coming from, though?
I could tell by watching you that you can't read or write.
If you can't read or write, I can't send you shopping,
and you can't write down orders.
We'll start with this collection of children's fairy tales.
Starting tonight, I'll help you study every evening.
Why are you being so nice to me?
Why else? It's so that I...
No, it's so I can get off easy.
That wasn't correcting yourself!
You're never out of character, are you?
Well, isn't it obvious?
The more you can do,
the less I have to do.
And when I have less to do, so does Rem.
It's win-win.
That leaves me with piles of work, though!
We'll start with the basic i-glyphs.
After you master them, we'll move to ro-glyphs and ha-glyphs.
There are three different types?
Just hearing that is depressing...
Natsuki Subaru On the scene!!
You don't have time to waste on doodles.
We have an early start tomorrow, so we're short on time.
I'm sleepy, too.
I can't say I dislike how you slip your own feelings in at the end, Senpai.
I do believe my honesty is my most charming feature.
Now, let's get started.
It's so monotonous, I feel a Gestaltzerfall phenomenon coming on...
But still, even if you did it to make your life easier, it made me happy.
Honestly, I had the feeling you didn't like me much,
and I'll probably cause more problems for you down the line.
But I'll try to become useful as soon as I can...
Wow... I hate to admit it, but it's perfect.
Guess there's no need for my sewing skills this time.
Sewing skills?
Do you like sewing?
Kinda.
By the way, it looks like Ros-chi and Emilia-tan have lots of outfits,
but I don't see any for you or Ram.
Want me to sew some for you? I'll take your measurements.
That is unnecessary.
These uniforms are all my sister and I need.
How can you have nothing but those uniforms?
Are all your clothes maid outfits?
It causes no problems when we accompany Roswaal-sama on business,
or when we're working in the mansion.
It also eliminates the need to explain our place in the hierarchy,
which makes it very logical.
But it's not about being logical.
I'm trying to say cute girls
have a duty to dress up so they please the eyes of others.
My sister is one thing,
but no one would be happy to see me dress up.
Well, I would.
Would any good come of making you happy?
I might take more pride in my work here,
which could boost my productivity.
I have no idea what makes you say that.
I'd also look forward to seeing the differences in the clothes
that you both choose...
That is none of your concern.
Does my looking the same as my sister inconvenience you somehow?
You love your sister way too much.
Ow!
You don't know how to handle a knife, Barusu.
I know!
You hold the knife still and turn the vegetable, right?
It's embarrassing when you stare at me so intently...
Your unsightly appearance stands out.
Especially your hair. It's very unrefined.
I thought I did a pretty good job of cutting it by myself...
By the way, Rem takes care of everyone's hair in this mansion.
She styles my hair and dresses me every morning, too. Isn't it nice?
Try to contribute a little, Nee-sama!
Rem...
If you like, you can tidy up Barusu's hair a bit.
Sister?
Whoa, whoa!
Having a girl mess with my hair will get me all worked up—
You keep looking at Barusu because his hair bothers you, right?
Yes, that is correct.
I think just combing it and evening out the ends
would make him more presentable.
You heard her.
You should take her up on her offer.
Her hands will take you to paradise.
You make it sound so dirty...
If you don't want to, you should just tell her.
Not that I want to be picked on, but...
No, I don't think that at all.
The truth is that it did bother me a little...
very much, a little... extremely, a little.
Well, at any rate, that did get the point across that it bothers you.
What's the matter, Betty?
Nothing, Bubby.
More importantly, I have delicious sweets today, I suppose.
Eat them with me!
Yum!
What's up? You here to help me?
No, this is about what we discussed at lunchtime.
Lunchtime? Oh, about my hair?
You'll really style it for me?
No, I felt that I said some things that were uncalled for.
I'm very sorry.
We may be colleagues, but as Emilia-sama's savior,
your rank surpasses mine.
Is that how you feel?
Sorry to put you through that.
No, I should apologize for saying something so pointless.
Please forget it.
I guess it's never that easy.
That's what makes being human so hard.
Okay, I'll give you a condition, then!
If you agree to it, I'll forget everything you just said.
A condition?
Very well. I'll hear whatever you have to say.
If you comb my hair a bit and even out the ends, I'll let it slide!
It actually hurts even more when you choose to respond with silence...
It's just as Emilia-sama said.
You have no ambition at all.
It's weird...
I'd think that'd make you fall for me all over again, not disgust you.
My sister said your eyes take on an obscene look when she's alone with you,
so to be honest, I was prepared to hear you suggest that.
She's killing my reputation!
I accept your condition.
I will do as you wish.
Okay, if you can do it after I keep my promise to Emilia-tan, that'd be great.
Promise?
Well, I haven't made the promise yet.
It might be a good idea to scope out our date destination before I make that promise.
I've researched the places with the best views.
That just leaves...
Subaru!
...this.
He's back!
And his face looks weird again!
I need to make sure these guys don't find us.
What do you mean, find you?
Did you pee your pants?
We playing hide-and-seek?
Chill out, brats! I played with you earlier!
Let's play more!
Play! Play!
Change your pants!
All right, listen up, guys.
Next time I come here, it'll be on a date.
Try to take a hint, okay?
I'll allow this little critter to play with Emilia-tan, though.
Ow! Again?!
Subaru-kun, so this is where you were.
Are you all right?
I'm fine, I'm fine.
All done shopping, Rem-rin?
Yes, it went quite smoothly.
Aw, you're leaving?
Don't go!
You have a place to go home to?
You were quite popular with them.
For some reason, kids have always liked me.
Like animals, children observe a hierarchy.
They can tell if it's all right to belittle someone.
Those brats...
They have no respect.
Did you show them anything about you worth respecting?
That's a sound argument.
Still, it doesn't seem right for them to belittle me right from the start.
Ram seems like she'd handle that kind of thing well.
My sister is wonderful, isn't she?
To be honest, I'd think her personality
would give rise to conflict more often than not.
My sister's self-assured nature is what makes her so charming.
I can't be that way at all.
By the way, how are your studies progressing?
Let's just say I'm plugging along.
Ram is actually a pretty good teacher, too.
Though I wish she wouldn't fall asleep on my bed in mid-lesson.
It kinda kills my motivation.
My sister is only acting that way to stimulate your motivation.
Why do you have such absolute faith in your sister?
That's not normal.
You're demonically inspired, for real.
Demonically inspired?
It's the demon version of divine inspiration.
Sounds kinda cool, right?
Do you like demons?
Well, gods generally don't do anything,
but demons will laugh along when you talk about future plans.
Especially for next year and stuff.
They'll laugh their heads off.
That smile is a million volts!
I'm going to tell Emilia-sama.
I wasn't trying to hit on you!
Both Ram and Rem said they wouldn't be coming to see you tonight,
so I agreed to help with your studies instead.
I'm afraid I can't do much, though.
Right now, I'm writing the basic i-glyphs until I memorize them...
Wow! You're studying a lot more thoroughly than I thought!
Th-This fairy tale collection is aimed at kids,
so it's mostly i-glyphs, or so they said...
So my goal for now is... to be able... to read this...
Anyway, um...
Th-The moon sure is pretty.
Huh?
No! I mean, um, I have a favor to ask you.
Will you hear me out?
I'll work hard starting tomorrow, and I'll study, too!
Go on a date with me.
What do you do on a "date"?
When a guy and a girl go out alone together, that's a date!
Only the goddess of love knows what will happen during that time.
So that means you went on a "date" with Rem today, right?
Ugh! I didn't expect that response!
That didn't count! Please don't count that!
I understand that you want us to go out together, but where?
Actually, there's this really cute little dog in the village near here.
There's a flower field, too.
I want to see you in a field of flowers,
and capture the image for eternity with my metia!
Oh, um... The village, huh?
The dog is super cute! Let's go!
But it might cause trouble for you, and for the villagers—
The kids are so pure and innocent, they're like angels! Let's go!
Oh, all right. You leave me no choice.
I'll go with you.
And the flower field is super colorful and wonderfu— Really?
If that will motivate you to work hard from tomorrow on, then I will.
All right!
I bet the weather will be lovely tomorrow.
Yeah. And it'll be a day I'll never forget.
There you go again with...
You were just...
Never mind.
You know, it makes a guy really anxious when you don't finish your sentences.
Okay, Subaru-kun the butler,
remember to work hard.
Only those who work hard are rewarded,
so this will be a reward!
Oh, please don't let me die
Waiting for your touch
No, don't give up on life
This endless dead end
A clock telling the wrong time marks out my life
The sands of my memory spill over
Are even these feelings that have sprouted
Doomed to disappear
So quickly and hopelessly?
I wish I was there
Oh, please don't let me die
Waiting for your touch
To ensure that I'll never lose anything again
I'll forget myself and restart
No, don't give up on life
This endless dead end
I pray this grief that's crushing you
Will one day end
For now I'll see you off
And we'll die
Waiting for a new day
Never again...
And we'll start
Waiting for a new day
Me and you...
All right, let's settle this, Fate-sama.
I'm not going to sleep tonight, no matter what.
I'm staying awake to greet the morning of my promise.
Jeez... What am I, a grade schooler who can't sleep before a class outing?
Reminds me of when I overslept on the day of the class trip...
I wasn't able to retrace the same loop exactly,
but I got along well with Ram and Rem.
In fact, I think I did better than last time.
If there's anything I feel like I missed,
it's that I didn't say goodnight to Beatrice...
Every time I saw her, all we did was insult each other.
But maybe I should have... at least... thanked her...
What is this?
I'm so cold...
No... Could this be...
Someone...
Someone... help...
What just...
The Morning of Our Promise Is Still Distant