"In thanks for saving Emilia-sama, you can ask of anything for your reward!" Roswaal announced. I thought for a minute. I had already chosen to stay as a guest, and work as a butler. Then a thought came to mind. "I wish to have Rem as my personal maid!" I said. Instead of sneezing or hiccuping, Ram let out a low growl showing her disapproval. "Now, now Ram. I'm sure he will treat Rem well. Isn't that right Subaru?" He said.
"I promise to treasure Rem and to never neglect her!" I promised. Ram huffed, glaring daggers at me. "If you hurt my sister-" she began, but I cut her off. "Yes, I know. You'll kill me." She gave me a final glare before returning her attention to her plate. After that exchange there was a long silence that sent chills up my spine. I could feel the heat of Ram's eyes burning holes in my jumpsuit. When I finished eating, I stood, excusing myself from the table. I walked down endless halls until I reached my room. I opened it with a sigh. Just as I close the door behind me and sit on the bed, I hear a knock on the door. "Come in." I said. The door opened and Rem walked in. "It is unkind to close the door on your maid." She said.
"Oh, I'm sorry. I didn't realize you were following me." I said honestly, scratching the back of my head. "I'm now your maid, therefore it would make sense to follow you until you gave me an order." She explained. I laughed nervously. "Ya, I guess it would." I just sat there in awkward silence for a while. "Subaru-sama, would it be okay for me to sit?" She asked. I nodded. She took a seat on the bed beside me as I wracked my brain for something to say. "Sorry, I'm not good at conversations. Especially with beautiful girls. It's mostly because I was a shut-in." I finally said. "Shut-in?" She questioned.
"Ya, I stayed at my house all day playing video games, watching anime and reading manga. I was a total Neet." I explained, counting the activities on my fingers. She still continued to look at me with the same confused expression, but she didn't say anything. "Hey, Rem. What's your past like?" Rem froze, rubbing her arm nervously as she decided whether to tell or not. "Rem is….. a demon." She told me, cringing sightly as if expecting a violent response. My eyes lit up. "You're a demon?" I asked, both surprise and joy evident in my voice. She nodded meekly, afraid of what I'd say next. "That's awesome!" I told her.
She turned to look at me, jaw dropped. "A-Awesome…?" She echoed in disbelief. "Yeah. Where I come from they have a saying. Demons will laugh when you talk about the future with them." I look down at my lap, smiling. "I've always wanted to do that." I whispered, but I knew she heard it. "B-But Rem isn't like that." She countered. "Rem is cursed." i raised an eyebrow. How could someone so wonderful and pretty be cursed? A disturbing image flashed across my mind. I shook my head, Now is not the time to ponder, she's awaiting my response. "Cursed?" I echoed, urging her to continue.
"To be born a twin in Rem's clan is a curse. Punishable by death." She said, hanging her head solemnly. "What!?" My sudden outburst startled her, but she continued. "Twins are only born with a single horn. It is because they are not strong enough for survival." She explained to me. I nodded, I could understand that to a point. "Then… why are you still alive?" I asked. She smiled sadly as she recalled her past. "Nee-sama was powerful. She could do all the things Rem couldn't. They spared Rem in hope she'd live up to Nee-sama's greatness." She explained.
"Is that why you put your sister on a high pedestal? Because you think she's better than you?" I ask. Rem seems surprised by this. "Hai, Nee-sama is better than Rem. Rem is just Nee-sama's replacement." She said. I shake my head. "No. No one can replace Ram, just like no one could replace you. Rem, my first order for you is to be your own person and not try to hide in your sister's shadow. I want you to shine in a way she can't. You have many better qualities than Ram does. You are kind, hardworking, and your breasts are bigger." I said. She immediately covered her chest at that statement.
"That's all Subaru-sama wants? Shouldn't you be more ambitious? Emilia-sama said that you have this quality, but Rem did not believe it." She asks. "When Subaru-Sama said that he wants Rem to be his maid, Rem thought you wanted her for other reasons." She explained. "Nah, I assure you that my thoughts were pure." Rem seemed relieved. "So, Rem-rin, do you think you could show me around so I don't get lost?" I ask. She raises an eyebrow at the pet name. "Rem-rin?" She questions. My cheeks turn pink as I bashfully scratch the back of my neck. "Y-Yeah, is that ok?" I ask nervously. She nods. "This way Subaru-sama." She rises from the bed, walking over and opening the door for me.
We walk down the endless halls, her a few steps ahead, pointing out important details. Along with not so crucial details, such as where Ram had swept and dusted. When she wasn't pointing out landmarks and locations, she spouted out more useless complements and info about her sister. I mentally remind myself to always ask her anything If it came to Ram. That girl had a whole handbook in her head. Not to mention a sister complex.
If I spend quality time with Rem, she will have no reason not to trust me and if someone tries to curse me, she will most likely know. After the tour inside, she took me outside to the garden where we saw Ram cutting the hedges. "Ram-chi! Good work!" I yelled, giving her a thumbs up. Out of the corner of my eye, I saw Rem smile. We walked over to greet her. Although I had said good job, she actually did quite the opposite. The bush was uneven, messy, and had an odd, lopsided shape.
Even Rem was staring at it judgingly. Ram paused her chore, walking up, clippers in hand, to greet us. Or mostly Rem. "Rem, how is Barusu treating you so far? Any lewd requests?" She asked sending a glare in my direction before resuming her gaze on Rem. "Subaru-sama has given Rem no trouble and asked no silly requests of her. For now, Subaru-sama is treating Rem well." She reported. Ram nodded, seeming satisfied. She turned back to look at the abomination of a bush she had cut. Rem shifted next to me, having an uneasy look. Perhaps she could fix it?
"Hey Rem, how about you cut that bush to look like Puck!" I suggested. She gave me a thankful side glance as she took the clippers from Ram. Ram stood back next to me while watching her sister do her magic."That was a weird command." Ram commented. I ignored her and watched Rem cut the bush. It took a little while but soon Rem had magically transformed the hedge into a magnificent masterpiece. And she said Ram was better than her, she should have better confidence in herself. "Woah! That looks exactly like him. Good job Rem-rin." I praise her, petting her blue hair. She flinches slightly at the foreign touch, but relaxes and enjoys being praised. I grin, feeling that everything is going well. We still have the rest of the day to bond.
Puck pops up next to me, causing me to jump. Rem flinches as well, looking around as if something had just greatly offended her. I guess she really enjoyed head pats. "Woah, Is it just me or have I multiplied?" Puck joked, placing his paw over his eyes and inspecting the hedge. "That's Rem's doing. Isn't she great?" I said, causing said girl to blush. "It is nothing, Rem was just following Subaru-sama's orders." She insisted. Despite her denial, it was obvious that she enjoyed being praised and complemented. "I do have to admit, Rem is talented." Puck agreed.
I smiled as she looked down, trying to hide her excitement of being praised. A thought popped into my mind. "Hey Puck, where's Emilia-tan?" I asked. Puck smiled, pointing a little ways away where she sat in the field, talking to the spirits. "Just relaxing a little. I wanted to see the commotion over here." He explained. He then yawned, stretching. "But it's getting late, I should get back." He waved before floating back to Emilia. I looked up to find the sun lower in the sky than I expected. "Woah, I guess it is pretty late." I mutter to myself.
I turn back to Rem and Ram, but I only find Rem. Rem catches my confused look and explains immediately. "Ram had some more work to do. She left a little while ago." I nod, folding my arms behind my head and stretching. "I think it's about time we head to bed, eh Rem-rin?" I ask. She furrows her brows. "Maybe for you, but Rem has work to do." She told me firmly. I frown. "Why don't you take tonight off Rem? After you get me to bed." I told her. She seems confused but nods anyways. "Yes Subaru-sama. This way." She holds out her arm, inviting me to follow.
We return to my room and close the door. I collapse on the bed, stretching and just laying there for awhile. "Today was exciting. I guess I'd better get dressed." I said to myself before changing into my night clothes. When I put my shirt on, I turned to the bed to find Rem sitting on it staring at me with a slight blush. "Waaah! R-Rem, I forgot you were in here. Sorry for changing in front of you." I apologize."So, um goodnight, Rem." I say yawning and climbing into bed. "Goodnight Subaru-sama." She says and as soon as I close my eyes, I fall asleep.
Dream
My heart pounded in my rib cage, I felt as if it were about to break out of my chest. My throat was cold and dry as I gasped for air. I was running. Running through the forest and something chased me. The sound of their footsteps and rattling metal urged me on. I'm knocked to the ground, biting my lip as I will myself to move, to escape. But try as I might, my body won't budge. Frozen in either fear or pain. My chest and side felt wet. I looked down at myself, catching glimpses of light pink soaked in blood. Blood bubbles in my throat as it leaks out my throat in gushes. The sound of chains rang as well as the crunching of grass. I struggled to lift my head up to see my attacker. My jaw fell open as I weazed in horror.
"Rem, no please!" I begged. She glared down at me, a glint of red adorning her blue eyes. Atop her head glowed a light pink horn that buzzed with demonic mana. With the flick of her wrist, her Morningstar flew into the air before she swung it at me. I could no longer feel my leg, my world began to fade.
"Rem, why!? I thought we were friends!" I cried. Her face was scrunched up in utter disgust, giving me a murderous gaze. "We were never friends. You don't even know Rem." She growled, slamming her morningstar on me once again. I continued to choke up endless amounts of blood tears raining down my face as my body pulsed painfully. However, I was not dying. Rem snarled, her nose scrunching up as she bared her teeth at me. "Die! Why won't you die!" She screamed angrily. A blinding whiteness filled in my vision, epanding from the corners til I could no longer see Rem's enraged face.
Dream End
I awoke with a gasp, launching up in an upright position. My heart continued to pound and adrenaline pumped through my veins. I twisted my head around wildly, observing my surroundings. I was back in my room, the same way I had been when I'd first awakened. However, Rem and Ram were not standing by my bed talking to Each other about how I was finally awake. I heard movement in the sheets next to me, my gaze wondering to the bed beside me. Blue eyes stared back at me, concern held within their sparkling depths.
There, holding my hand was Rem, cuddled up against my side, looking so disheveled and indecent. Her maid outfit was twisted about, obviously not meant for sleeping in. But what caught me most off guard was the skin I saw peeking from underneath the sheets, pink little buds poked off of them. My face turns a dark shade of red. I stared at her, not knowing what to do and soon enough, she spoke. "Subaru…?" She questioned, her eyes half lidded as she was still half asleep. I couldn't held but stare at her exposed skin, causing her to curiously follow my gaze.
I froze. When she realized what was going on her eyes widened and she rose her hand to slap me, but stopped. "G-Good morning Subaru-sama." She said blushing and looking away. "Erm, Rem, why is it that you slept with me?" I asked. "Before Rem was about to leave, Subaru-sama was shaking and crying, yelling Rem's name in agony. Rem thought it was because Rem was about to leave, so Rem stayed and ended up falling asleep." She explained. I sighed. "At least Ram isn't here to misinterpret this." I said. Just as I said this, Ram peeked her head in. "Barusu, have you seen-" she began but cut herself off as she saw their position.
Ram's eyes widened as she observed the situation, Rem in my bed, partly exposed. Her gaze yelled murder. "B-Barusu! What have you done with Rem!" She snarled angrily. "Nee-Sama, Subaru-sama did nothing. Rem simply fell asleep comforting him from his nightmare." Rem explained. Ram glared at me, but relaxed a bit when she turned her gaze back to Rem. "Rem, are you sure?" Ram asked. Rem nodded. "Rem stayed here to comfort Subaru-sama on Rem's own accord." Rem reassured her sister. Ram reluctantly left the room, giving me a side glare before shutting the door behind her. I turn to see Rem covering her exposed chest with her arms, but not putting them back in the maid outfit. "Um, Rem… I have a request." I say.
"What is it that Subaru-sama wants?" She asked. Her face reddened, glaring at me, almost daring me to say something indecent. "Let's go on a date to the village." I said. She relaxed a bit, but raised her eyebrow nonetheless. "What does this date entail?" She asked. "Well, we go to the village and sight see and eat together and spend time together." I told her. She seems relieved. "Hai, let's go on a date Subaru-sama." She agreed. "But before we go, I think it would be best if you fixed your maid outfit." I said.