As the screen finally dims down, the cast was left speechless from seeing all the horrors and heroics Subaru went through. Everyone in the room held both grief and immense respect towards the black-haired, mean-looking boy. The silence didn't last long, however, as a surge of exchanges erupted between the different royal election candidates and their members.
"Man, ma' capt'n was so cool! He was eve' cooler than I though'!" Garfield shouted in delight "The way ma' Capt'n d'feated the rabbits wa' almost as awesom' as ma' awesom' self!"
Everyone was relieved at the young demi-human, the knights chuckled and many nodded in approval.
"Big-bro could've been on our team us if only had Reinhard taken him instead. Big-bro did such an amazing job" Felt commented, smiling joyfully at Reinhard, then playfully kept punching his elbow.
"My apologies Felt-sama for not taking him when I should" Reinhard bowed befittingly of him as a knight, enjoying his relationship with his Master. "Although, it gladdens me that you are in such an uplifting mood despite some of the things we saw" Reinhard looks down as he thinks of all the things Subaru went through.
Felt scoffed, then reassuring Reinhard as she punches him again. "He always does his best to help people no matter what, so he would never be as low as a bastard like Roswaal who only cares about a few people. I never ever doubt my Big-bro!"
"I 'gree!" Garfield said, "Ma' Capt'n saves everyon' like the hero he is! That's why ma' awesom' self calls him capt'n!"
"Without Natsuki-san's contribution the Emilia camp wouldn't be what it is now" Otto said, "He is important to all of us and I'm glad I could call myself his friend"
Only now Otto realized just how much his advice about relying on others had helped Subaru. He initially thought that his offer of relying on him allowed Subaru to win his bet over Roswaal and save everyone from the calamity of the rabbit. But the actual significance of his help was hidden from him until this viewing; had Subaru had no one to rely on, he would've never beaten Roswaal and eventually be forced to contract a witch and lose his humanity.
"You should take some credit as well" Felt reminded Otto, "Things would've been a lot worse for Subaru without you"
"Da' tiny girl is righ'!" Garfield said, "Ya're a good bro"
"I'm not tiny girl!" Felt huffed in frustration, "I'm as old as you, you know"
"Na' way… I though' ya're like ten or somethin'"
"No I'm not!"
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As they continued their conversation about the things in Arc 4, Emilia puts her face into Subaru's chest as she sobbed both tears of joy and sadness.
Emilia's feelings for Subaru have blossomed evermore as she viewed her knight's journey in Arc 4. The sadness in her tears was for all the terrible things Subaru had to suffer that Emilia could never even hope to make up for. The joy was for seeing how much Subaru had cared for her and did to help her be strong enough to pass the trials.
"You're such a wonderful person Subaru", I promise that the feelings you want me to have towards you are almost there. I can almost feel them. I'll confess how I feel about you once I'm ready. I promise."
Rem too, shed tears similar to Emilia's' as she sat next to Subaru opposite to Emilia. After she watched Arc 4, her love for Subaru grew larger more than it ever had before (which was already a lot).
"I'm sorry I couldn't be there to help you Subaru" her words also muffled by his jacket, his clothing being covered with even more tearstains. "You are exactly the hero Rem fell in love with."
"It's wonderful that that's how you two feel I suppose, but could you both move so I could sit on Betty's contractor in fact!" Beatrice said in an irritated fashion. "My wonderful contractor is not for you to hug like a pillow when I'm here in fact!"
Emilia and Rem were hugging Subaru similar as to two children hugging their mother. They had been doing so for as long as they cried, which meant that Beatrice had trouble sitting on her contractor's lap. After a while, both let go of hugging Subaru to allow Beatrice to sit on him as she sobbed her own tears.
"Thank you for going through so much to save Betty I suppose. I'm sorry I could never save you from your pain. I have been a bad spirit in fact" Beatrice cried as she caressed the part of the arm where Subaru would scratch, trying to use the little mana she had to heal the wounds.
"Natsuki Subaru achieved an amazing feat slaying the Great Rabbit." Crusch Karsten spoke; her powerful words uplifted the three girls' spirits. "My and everyone's respect for him must have risen after seeing how he clung to his noble ideals and not failing to uphold it even through the harshest trails". Crusch tried less and less to hide how her respect for him is beginning to warp into affection. She looked at the sleeping boy and thought about what to do in the future.
"It is true" Wilhelm confirmed Crusch's remarks, further uplifting the girls' spirits. While he understands the affection his master holds for the young boy, he also wished to Subaru that he will receive the love that he seeks from Emilia and Rem since he truly deserves it.
Felix, on the other hand, feels shame for himself at how he treated Natsuki Subaru and at how much he doubted him. "I will apologize to him. I hope he forgives me Nyan."
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Anastasia, recovering from the momentary silence beforehand, quickly brought her group members together for a private meeting. Julius, Ricardo, Mimi, Tivey and Anastasia herself were gathered round away from the rest.
"So what did you think?" Anastasia said
"Everything was so cool!" Mimi exclaimed
"It was indeed exhilarating" Tivey said
"If I was there I would've blasted all the rabbits and it would be awesome. Then-" Mimi was stopped by her brother Tivey, who sighed at his sister's antics.
"You couldn't have blasted all the rabbits, don't be silly. But it was remarkable seeing how they killed what was thought to be nigh un-killable"
"I remember months ago when they claimed at the capital that they defeated the second great mabeast." Ricardo said "I believed them, but I wanted to know how they took down such an annoying foe"
"I'm thankful Subaru succeeded and that it all ended well" Julius spoke in calm yet elevated manner, "However, even though no harm was done to anyone except Subaru, Lord Roswaal must be subjected under Lugunican Law for countless crimes and his plan to kill the Holy Dragon." But despite this, his dutiful nature meant that he hasn't forgotten the unforgivable sins wrought upon by the clown.
"That is all well and good" Anastasia said, "But here is what I think…"
Ricardo grimaced "Uh I have a bad feeling about th-"
"I applaud Natsuki-san for his successes. I think it is also for the better that Roswaal is taken out of the Royal Selection for not only our benefit but also for what he has done. But I also need to get Natsuki-san on our side as he is an asset of unimaginable benefit if used correctly. Having him could be the deciding factor in winning the Royal Election and his otherworldly knowledge could very well transform Lugunica in terms of technological advancements. Having him in any other camp is a waste of his irreplaceable knowledge. It is imperative that we find a way to win Natsuki-san over after we leave here and Emilia's sponsor is out of the Royal Election"
"But that's not all." Anastasia continued "I want to convince the screen to show us more of Natsuki-san's world. The screen showed us a glimpse of his world in the very beginning of the first episode of Arc 1, so I'm certain it's possible. This is an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that I can't pass by."
They all looked at Anastasia in concern as her greed became plain to see. It was obvious that having Natsuki Subaru meant a considerable advantage in the Royal Election. But that still wasn't enough for her opportunistic mindset and greed as she kept scheming for more.
"The rest of you can have fun with the others if you so wish" Anastasia pointed out, "But let me think this through"
"Sure. Do what you gotta do. If you need me, just say so." Ricardo replied. Mimi and Tivey excitedly ran over to the others while Julius bowed respectfully.
"Please notify me whenever you find you require me my lady"
Scene change
Ram and Roswaal were tucked away far from the others. Ram was facing Roswaal and so did he but without makeup; after his most loyal servant had seen firsthand the depths of his sins, he was waiting for her judgment.
"Sooooo what did you think about what weeeeee witnessed…" Roswall spoke in his bizarre way.
"Barusu did a more adequate job than I thought. I originally thought he was just a lucky idiot with a few strokes of brilliance." Ram spoke straightforwardly. Her opinion of Barusu was that he was a man of good timing, "But now knowing what I know, I can't deny that he is worthy of bit more praise than I once thought"
"I looooove how you're not honest about your feelings, but that was not I was referring to. I meant what you think about meeeeee…"
Ram knew she had to address this sooner or later. "I cannot deny that what you did was far worse than what is considered forgivable. I too cannot forgive you for the things you've done, especially towards Barusu; had things worked in your favor Subaru undoubtedly would've been living through hell and the people you allowed to die will bloody yours hands forever. I knowing all of this, however, still cannot ignore the feelings I have towards you and will pursue my feelings and love you."
"Despite everything that you know…" Roswaal said emotionlessly, "You still love me…"
"I do. But that is not the same as forgiving you. I will never forget the things that I've seen you do on the screen but I will continue working for you until you become worthy of Ram. Repairing you and making you good enough for Ram's love is Ram's purpose."
"If you think I can become a better person, you are doing a fool's job"
"I know, I am a fool, that's why I will pursue what my heart desires and make you just good enough for Ram's love."
Ram's words were the absolute truth. Roswaal knew there were no lies in what she said, and couldn't convince to change what she thought anyways.
"The others woooooon't feel the same way. I will have to accept whatever they dooooooo to me."
"Whatever punishment you face, I won't object to it. I think the larger concern is what will happen to you once we leave this place."
"They will tryyyyyyy to get me out of the Royal Election and put me to deeeeeeath; that I can't accept." They nodded; both understood there is nothing left to be said.
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"Watching fools to their own devices was more amusing than I thought" Priscilla spoke as she observed the people around her, "What's even more amusing is that boy."
The black-haired boy was the very few people that managed to ever grabbed Priscilla's attention for longer than an hour. She amuses herself as she wonders how the world would make him her entertaining dog. "I will await as the world bring him to me for my enjoyment"
"Umm… that boy already has the attention of all the royal candidates. It sounds a bit farfetched my queen" Al said, half expecting that he would be executed for saying that.
"Ha! What would you know pitiful fool? The world is made to serve me no matter how unlikely. If I want something, it might as well be mine" She flipped her fan and blocked out half of her face.
"Subaru wouldn't be happy that he would be taken away from his Emilia though. He likely wouldn't die for you so I can't see how he'd benefit you though."
"No matter whom he thinks he is loyal to, he will be given to me and serve me in the way I desire. The world and everything in it is guaranteed to me one way or another. In any case, loyalty for a half-witch is nothing compared to the highest honor that is serving mineself"
"I see. Sorry bro" Al whispered to himself, knowing that Subaru won't be happy serving anyone but Emilia.
Scene change
"He looks so peaceful when he's asleep doesn't he" Otto smiled as he looked at the sleeping form of Subaru.
"Yes I like it when he looks this way" Emilia also smiled as she tapped on Subaru's cheek.
"Rem's hero deserves such a rest" Rem too was gleeful as both Rem and Emilia have stopped crying and thought only about the good things that happened.
"Julius-san, I think you don't have to fear Natsuki-san misusing his power. If he forgets to value his life, as his friend, I will make him remember." Otto uttered clearly, now facing Julius.
"Don't worry Otto-san. I haven't had that concern for a while now" Julius reassured, "To have ever considered he could be such a malevolent being, as his friend, I am deeply ashamed for it."
"I admit that he has his faults like everyone else, but he has done enough to make up for his embarrassment in the capital and more." Otto admitted, scratching his head as he recalled how his friend humiliated himself in front of so many important people.
"He is an honorable man now. Nothing like when I first met him at the capital" Julius agreed.
"Betty's Subaru is like no other in fact. Don't think there's anyone who can replace in fact" Beatrice huffed
"No one thought about replacing Subaru-sama, Beatrice. No one is as dumb and amazing like Subaru-sama" Petra added in harmlessly
"Now what did I say about talking about your superiors, Petra" Frederica scolded
"Sorry Frederica-sama"
Everyone chuckled at the innocent Petra, who began to blush as she realized that everyone apart from Subaru knew she had a crush on him.
"Big-bro is a really lucky guy, to have so many love intere- NOW WHERE IS REINHARD GONE!"
Felt called out for his annoying knight, wondering about his strange disappearance.
Scene change
The red-haired knight and his grandfather had the courage to confront each other at last. Reinhard no longer kept his perfect demeanor and Wilhelm carried a face full of regret.
"Honored grandfather, please forgive me for my sins" Reinhard uttered with self-hatred. Recalling the fact that he killed his grandfather's wi-
"There is nothing to apologize for. You're not the monster that killed my wife. Like what your mother said when she first saw you, 'you are someone that is blessed by this world'. Please don't think anything less of yourself."
"I –" Reinhard stammered, completely out of words "I –"
"You're not a monster and you are not to blame for my wife's death. It is I who must beg for your forgiveness. The things that I had said, I don't how I can take back it. I promise I will do what I can to atone for my actions."
"I – you don't need to apologize for anything honored grandfather. It is still my selfishness and carelessness that killed my grandmoth-"
"Just accept the apology already goddammit!" Felt butted in, surprising both Reinhard and Wilhelm, "You're always so selfless it's stupid"
"Felt-sama I –"
"You two can't reconcile until Reinhard understands that he is not to blame no matter what had happened. Regardless of who killed who, Reinhard was a child who didn't understand the extent of his powers."
"Reinhard look at me" Felt commanded, Reinhard followed. "Back then, did you want to kill your grandmother?"
"No I didn't. But I still can't be forgi-"
"Then it is settled. Perhaps Reinhard took Theresia's divine protection, doesn't matter. What matters is that he didn't want to kill her. Stop being such a perfect knight and take your grandfather's apology already"
"I can be forgiven? Even after killing my grandmother?"
"It wasn't your intention so yes. Your powers merely fucked you over, you're not responsible"
Reinhard spent some time thinking over her lady's words; he believed he killed his grandmother by wishing to be like her. Because he is blessed by the world, Od Laguna took her divine protection and gave it to him, making him more 'like her'. Her unfortunate death was what followed.
"Felt-sama is right. Even if it was you, what happened was merely out of your control. I should have taken my wife's place and fought the white whale as her sword. I'm more to blame."
"I see. Thank you, honored grandfather" Reinhard, for the first time in many years, shed a tear of happiness. For his sake and for others, he will learn to love himself.
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"May I have everyone's attention?" Anastasia voiced over the theatre.
"What is it you want our attention for?" Crusch inquired
"Is it important?" Otto muttered, fearing that Anastasia has a scheme to act out.
"I have a proposal"
Anastasia grabbed everyone's awareness with her persuasive tongue, all but one who waved her fan in disinterest.
"Why should mineself bother with pointless utterances? Mongrel"
"Ya should hear what I have to say before you say it's pointless!" Anastasia snapped back at the woman in the red dress.
"Then entertain me like a Jester would"
"Pardon her. What was it you wanted our attention for?" Crusch's confident tone cut through the babble, returning the conversation back to point.
"This screen displayed Natsuki-san's life up to this point in our world. It is uncertain how this power works and how it could do what it did, but I am sure this screen could show us Natsuki-san's world as well"
"Really?"
"Natsuki Subaru's world?"
"Could it really?..."
"Is dat' even possib'e?..."
Many considered the prospect of seeing Subaru's world and all its technology. Everyone faced the screen expecting a response; if the screen can and will allow it then they're in luck.
"Screen-sama has been silent for a while now. Maybe he isn't here?" Petra gave out a possibility.
"OF COURSE I AM HERE!"
"Eeaaaah!" Petra screamed in shock, the unexpected declaration pierced throughout the theatre startling the rest as well.
"Man you're so loud!" Felt uttered in frustration.
"Ya' tryna' scare us or somethin'?" Garfield growled out, mistaking it as intimidation.
"What no… I wanted to surprise you in a kinda harmless way" The screen pleaded
"If that's true, you should still excuse yourself for alarming people like that"
Frederica told the screen off as she held the uneasy Petra in a motherly fashion.
"I'm sorry Petra. But to answer your question Anastasia, I can most certainly show you Subaru's world"
"If that's so, then there's no problem showing us is there?" Anastasia questioned in harmless, civil fashion, suppressing her excitement and greed.
"There's none. So please, if you will, take your seats"
Everyone unanimously began progressing to their chosen seats. Everyone wanted to see what the screen had in store for them.
"We're goin' ta' see capt'n's amazin' world!" Garfield shouted in eagerness.
"I want to see how Rem's hero became the way he is"
"Ha! I'm sure it's disappointing to produce someone like Barusu" Ram scoffed, acting like her tsundere self.
"Nee-sama really means to say that she is grateful to his world for bringing in Subaru-kun's existence" Rem translated what her sister said into something comprehensible.
"Tch." Ram bit her lip in embarrassment as she fails to hide her actual feelings.
"Subaru never told me anything that happened during his past. That's why I will learn as much of his world as possible to understand my wonderful Subaru." Emilia loves Subaru, so she's determined to get to know as much of her knight as possible.
"This will be so exciting Nyan" Ferris said, "Dyo you think so Crusch-sama?"
"I ponder about the many different aspects between our world and theirs. Naturally, I can't help but be curious." Crusch answered honestly
"Lady Crusch thinks so too Nyan. That means it must be interesting."
"Since their world is void of magic and divine protections, I wonder how spirits exist if they even do" Otto wondered
"Wouldn't Beatrice-san know? Doesn't Subaru tell you stories from his world?" Thought Petra
"That's right! That's right!" Mimi exclaimed, "What awesome things did he tell you?"
"Hmmpf, my contractor tells me stories every night before bed about inventions and concepts only a great spirit of knowledge would even understand in fact." Beatrice boasted
"He told you? But why didn't he tell me?" Emilia said, puppy-like jealousy being shown on her face. "Could you tell us please?"
"Hmmpf. Why should Beatrice say anything in fact. It is Betty's privilege for being such a wonderful spirit in fact. Betty's privilege, not yours"
"Please"
"No in fact."
"I think we should stop arguing and just wait and see for ourselves" Crusch remarked
Everyone agreed and nodded at Crusch's suggestion. After they were all seated in, the screen, however, was unsure what he should show to them.
"Maybe I should show them an anime that takes place in the modern world." The screen thought in his head, "One that has compelling plot to keep them interested in the characters and not just distracted by all the fancy tech. What would that anime be…"
"Julius" Anastasia said
"Yes my lady?"
"Whatever you see that's different from our world and of notice, write it in your notebook"
"I understand my lady"
Julius pulled out a notebook as he was ordered to, and as he did, the screen knew exactly what anime to show them.
"THE DEATHNOTE!"
"What? What's that?"
"Oh, it's just the name of what I will show you" The screen affirmed
"Okay… sounds ominous"
Many of the cast grimaced when they heard that the name contained the word 'death' in it. They've already been disturbed by their previous viewing.
"Will there be death in it Nyan?" Felix begged for no more of that sort.
"Admittedly, there will be a lot of death, but I think you would find it interesting. It will show you most of the world's technology, and the story is an interesting yet grim one."
"A story?" Crusch mused, "So this won't be like an informative lesson?"
"A lesson is too boring. Stories are more entertaining."
"Yay! Stories are fun!" Mimi exclaimed, not minding that there would be death along with it. Tivey looks at her in concern.
"However, we will see the breadth of this world's technology, right!?" Anastasia's eyes lit up with greed, unable to contain her composure.
"Your will see a vast number absolutely. But understanding how it works is your problem"
"Lets ge' on wit' it al'eady"
Several people were barely in their seats, trembling in anticipation. Priscilla looked at them with disgust.
"Disgusting animals unable to contain themselves… Appalling how they're allowed to walk freely"
"Umm… my princess is merely getting impatient that's all" Al muttered as he tries to shift the angry gazes directed towards Priscilla.
"Episode 1 of Deathnote in… 3… 2… 1…"