Chapter 2: Master and Servant

"Natsuki-san, we'll be approaching Irlam Village soon."

Opening his eyes, Subaru looked towards the speaker. "Ah, thanks, Otto." The merchant in turn nodded, seeing that his client would soon be ready.

For the majority of the trip to the village, whenever Subaru wasn't deep in thought with his eyes closed, he would seemingly be staring into space, or so Otto thought. But Subaru knew better.

He wasn't staring, we was reading.

While riding towards the village, Subaru discovered a little icon at the bottom-right corner of his vision. By focusing on it, showed him a menu with almost everything he could ask for: List of magical abilities, descriptions and how to use them, how much mana they cost, recharge time, a health, mana, and spirit bar, stats, inventory, instructions, tips, and more. It was truly interesting.

One of the more interesting features was the fact that Subaru could add members to his party, as well as view his allies and opponent's levels. Looking towards Otto and using his abilities to analyze him, he saw that the merchant was somehow at Level 39.

This guy is tougher than he looks.

Deciding it would be a good idea to keep tabs on him, Subaru added him to his party, and was now able to see all of Otto's stats, just like he could see his own.

Seems just like a video game.

However, Subaru knew better. Through his trials and tribulations, he learned that this world was anything but a fantasy video game. It was real. Real and cruel. He would just have to make sure that nothing would stand in his way anymore.

"Natsuki-san, we're here."

Subaru closed his status screen, returning his vision to normal, and got up. Leaving the chest in the cart, but grabbing the staff, Subaru jumped out to see Irlam Village still standing.

"All right, guess it's showtime."

"All right! Can I have everyone's attention, please!"

It had now been about ten minutes since Subaru and the merchants arrived, and since then, everyone in the village had come out to investigate what was going on.

"Everyone, listen up! There's trouble in the forest, so while I go take care of it, I need you to evacuate the village with these merchants!"

"Why? What's going on?" asked one of the villagers.

"Isn't it obvious? It's the Witch Cult!"

Panic quickly spread among the locals. With that one sentence, the entire village started muttering and yelling in fear. And fear can lead to some nasty things being said.

"It's because of that half-elf!"

"Yeah, our lord supports her, so the Cult has come to kill us!"

Normally, Subaru would have yelled in anger to the villagers for blaming a sweet girl like Emilia, but he just couldn't. It seemed that not only did his physical strength greatly improve from absorbing the contents of the chest, but so did his mind. He could understand the villagers worries and fears, and empathize with them. He couldn't just yell at people to make them understand. He made that mistake in the capital. He would need to reason with them.

"HEY! I know you're all scared, but you need to believe me! Yes, the Witch Cult is here, but that means you need to leave here faster! It won't do you any good staying here!"

"Subaru is right!" yelled Milde, the village head. "He helped us before and he is helping us now! We need to listen to him! Now who is with me?"

With the head of the village agreeing with Subaru, the rest of the villagers' opinions swayed in his favor. Within the minute, all of the village started to get ready to leave.

"Subaru!" Looking to where his name was announced, the nasty-eyed boy saw a bunch of the village brats running towards him. The kids that were slaughtered last time he saw them.

Putting on a soft smile, Subaru asked, "Oh, hey, guys. What are you doing here?"

"We came to ask if you're coming with us?" asked Cain.

"Sorry, but I gotta go fight those nasty cultists. Don't worry, though," kneeling down to their level, Subaru pumped his fist in confidence. "I'll make it. I'm strong, ya know?"

"Okay, but be careful," asked Lucas, as all the kids left to go back to their parents.

Huh, weird, Subaru thought to himself. I didn't see Petra with them.

With the evacuation well under-way, Subaru looked around one last time to make sure everything was fine before heading to the forest to find some cultists.

Ahhh, I'm getting butterflies in my stomach! Even with all this power, I still feel like I'll screw up!

Looking around a bit more, Subaru saw something odd. One of the merchants, a guy named Ketty, was fiddling around with one of the empty carriages.

"Hey, dude? You good?"

Turning around, Subaru could see the odd look on the man's face. "Ah, yes, everything is fine here-"

PLUNK!

Before he could even finish, a familiar-looking dagger fell from his vest and onto the floor of the wagon. A type of dagger Subaru was all-too familiar with.

A Witch Cult dagger.

Before Subaru could even connect the dots on why one of the merchants would have something like that with them, Ketty had already pushed him to the ground and ran.

"Out of my way!"

Quickly reacting, Subaru turned his staff's end towards the now-fleeing With Cultist.

"Rope Shield!"

With that incantation, the bottom of Subaru's staff turned into a long piece of rope, one which he proceeded to throw towards the cultist. Fortunately, with Subaru's new high luck stat, he was able to wrap the rope around the man's legs, causing him to trip.

Man, am I glad I studied up on those abilities!

With those extra seconds, Subaru rushed towards the cultist and pinned him down.

Otto rushed towards Subaru after seeing the latter trip one of the merchants to the ground.

"Natsuki-san! What happened?"

"This guy's a Witch Cultist, Otto!"

Otto's face immediately paled. If the man who killed the White Whale was saying it, then it had to be true.

"Check his cargo for anything dangerous," Subaru ordered.

"Y-yes, of course!" Otto responded weakly, rushing off to complete his task.

Now that Subaru had tied up his captive with rope, he lifted the man up so he could speak to him face-to face. "All right, what are you planning?"

"It's you!" The cultist rambled, with a mad grin on his face. "It really is you!"

Subaru didn't have time for this. "What the fuck are you talking about?"

"You're him! You're Pride!" the cultist yelled.

Subaru's eyes widened in response. He remembered when Petelgeuse called him that in the previous loop. His scowl grew deeper. "All right, smartass. I don't have time for this shit, so I'm gonna have to resort to 'Plan B'. Dominate!"

The spell "Dominate" was one of the new spells Subaru learned while on his ride towards the village. It essentially allows the user to manipulate the subject into telling them everything and anything, without a hint of lying. It was essentially brainwashing, though far more potent than what Felix tried to do to him back in the Karsten manor.

"Natsuki-san!" yelled Otto, carrying a brown bag. "I found a sack full of fire stones!"

"Good work Otto. Now, keep going with the evacuation, and get everyone out of here!"

"Where should we go?" he asked.

"Anywhere! Anywhere is safer than here! Now go!"

"Y-yes!" yelped Otto, as he left to finish his job.

"Now," growled Subaru, turning towards the captured cultist, "you're going to tell me everything I want to know, and maybe I'll give you a quick and painless death."

The Sin Archbishop of Sloth, Petelgeuse Romanee-Conti was having a good day.

As his Gospel dictated, the Ordeal would commence today to see if the half-elf was worthy of becoming the Witch's vessel, thus fulfilling the Witch Cult's greatest dream.

With his Fingers and dozens of loyal followers, they would overtake this village and its inhabitants, march up to the manor, test the girl, and finally see his love prevail.

Now, it was only a matter of time before the Ordeal would commence…

However, someone was coming out of the forest.

It was a boy with a villainous glare, short black hair, and odd clothes, carrying a wooden staff with a green crystal on top, and a large sack.

The boy also had an intense aura around him. One of love. One recognized by Sloth and his followers. That was the reason they were all so calm.

He was one of them.

"Welcome, believer in love… I have been expecting you." The green haired man gestured towards the staff-wielding boy. "In the Witch Cult, I am the Sin Archbishop representing the sin of Sloth… Petelgeuse Romanee-Conti. TES!"

Putting the sack down, the boy responded. "Oh, great Archbishop, it is an honor to be here on this fateful day!"

The madman smiled at the boy's diligence. "Ah, yes, yes, it is! And it seems that you also happen to be loved, as well! You wouldn't happen to be Pride, would you?"

The black-haired boy responded with a grin and a bow. "Right you are! In the Witch Cult, I am the Sin Archbishop representing the sin of Pride… Subaru Natsuki!"

Sloth was practically squirming with excitement upon hearing the boy's response. "Excellent! Excellent! Then you have received the Gospel, have you not?"

And just like that, as if on cue, the boy pulled out a small black book from inside his tracksuit.

"Wonderful! Just wonderful! Then we can begin the Ordeal at last!"

"Wait just one moment, Archbishop Romanee-Conti…" the boy spoke in a calm demeanor. "Since this is a joint-operation, and I have only just got here, I would like to view how many followers we have with us today. Specifically, all those with you right now."

"Hmm…? Yes, I believe that is acceptable, Archbishop Natsuki." With his approval, all of the remaining Witch Cultists and Fingers came out of the cave, and bowed deeply towards Pride.

"Is this all of them?" Pride asked.

"Yes, all of the others are in the forest, awaiting my signal." Sloth confirmed.

"Very well, then I would like to say a prayer before we begin. " the black-haired boy said. "Fly!" Suddenly, the boy was over twenty feet above the ground, much to the surprise of the Archbishop and his followers.

Up in the air, the boy pointed his staff towards them and started praying. All around him, red and green lights appeared and his eyes turned yellow. "Lord, hear my prayer, and grant my desire. Bring down the hammer of your wrath from Heaven."

With his prayer complete, an aquamarine blast erupted from his staff, shooting out a small yellow light towards the group. The yellow light split into multiple fast-moving projectiles, each one of them aiming for an individual cultist.

BOOMSHRA! BOOMSHRA! BOOMSHRA!

Upon landing, each one of the bullets exploded like dynamite, taking a cultist with them. None of the projectiles missed their targets. All except one.

Using his Authority of Sloth, Petelgeuse was barely able to shield himself from the blast. That didn't mean he wasn't grazed, however. Blood was all over his face, and anger was written alongside it. He stared intently at the man who caused all of this as he descended from the air.

"What… have… you… DONE?!"

As Subaru descended from the sky, he was glad that all of the bluffing paid off in the end.

Still, it felt kinda weird having to pray for that specific attack. Oh, well. At least it was effective.

He was also glad that he could now see the Unseen Hands, for whatever reason. But he didn't care. With only him and Sloth left, he could place all the cards down on the table.

"What… have… you… DONE?!"

"You still haven't figured it out, have ya?"

Petelgeuse was looking at Subaru, trying to discern what the heck he was talking about.

"I'm saying, I'm not Pride! You and the rest of your idiots fell for it!" he gloated.

Sloth was now pissed. Someone drenched in the Witch's love would dare do something like this? Unthinkable! But it did not matter.

"Fine, then! The Ordeal shall proceed as planned, without them. And without you!"

"Sorry, not gonna happen."

"Huh?"

"I'm saying that the rest of your cultists are dead. I managed to pick them off one by one in the forest before I came here. I even took down your Fingers, so as soon as I finish you off, you won't be able to come back! Like, ever. You're the only one left."

Now he was furious. To learn that some nobody managed to get the jump on him was the epitome of bullshit. But for him to find out about his Fingers. That was sheer madness. "How? How did you learn about my Fingers?!"

"Huh? Oh, that was easy. After I caught one of them pretending to be a merchant, I interrogated him and made him answer all of my questions. He told me about your Fingers and where the rest of his buddies we're located. Don't bother trying to jump to his body now, he's dead. If you don't believe me, this Gospel I have actually belonged to him. So, there's some proof for you."

Slowly but surely, it all started to click for him. If the boy wasn't insane or lying, then everything he said was true, meaning he was the only one left. But that didn't matter. He would complete the Ordeal, no matter what it took.

"AUTHORITY OF SLOTH! UNSEEN HAND!" In an instant, Petelgeuse bent backwards and summoned ten of his ethereal arms from his back.

"Yeah, no, not falling for that shit again. Napalm!"

Suddenly, a column of flames appeared beside Sloth, and engulfed him in the fire.

"YEEAAARGH…! MY BRAIN TREMBLES!"

Subaru was disgusted with the nonsense the Archbishop was spouting, but he knew he needed to continue. Reading Sloth's stats, Subaru saw that the Archbishop was at Level 78. If he screwed this up, there was a chance that he could escape.

And Subaru could not let that happen. There were lives at stake.

The Japanese teenager proceeded to use every fire-based attack he had time to read, all the while dodging and avoiding Petelgeuse's Unseen Hands.

"Fireball! Maximum Inferno! Hell's Fire!"

The process kept on going, and going, ad-nauseum, until finally the fires died down. All that was left of Petelgeuse was a head, torso, and arm. But he was quite alive.

"Subaru… Natsuki…"

"I'm not done with you yet," Subaru said, as he approached the half-burned man, holding a sack. "See this? This sack contains some fire stones your Finger planned to use to bomb a carriage full of children. Well, guess what? I'm gonna use it on you."

The Archbishop's eyes, or whatever was left of them, widened at the realization of what he was saying. Subaru continued talking as he put down the sack. "These babies should go off in, oh, I don't know… a minute? Should give you enough time to reminisce about your life, or whatever."

"Grugh…"

Standing up, Subaru grabbed his staff and looked behind him. "Well, this is where we part ways, Petelgeuse Romanee-Conti. I'd say it was pleasure, but I'd be lying. See you!" And with that, Subaru Natsuki ran as far as he could.

Petelgeuse knew that this was the end of the line. But if he was going down, he was taking the false Pride with him. With the last of his strength he could muster, he summoned four giant Unseen Hands, and directed them at the boy.

"SUBARU NATSUKI!"

Turning his head around one last time, Subaru could see the four purple arms reaching for him. "Oh, you gotta be kidding me. Haste!"

"Haste" was a spell that buffed the user's speed. With that incantation, Subaru's pace quickened, easily out running the Unseen Hands.

The last thing Petelgeuse saw was the smoke coming out of the fire stones in the sack.

PIBOOM!

Subaru kept running, and running, praying that the spell would make him fast enough to avoid the blast radius. He could feel the heat of the blast creeping up on him, as he jumped over tree roots, until finally, he made it out of the forest.

"Oh, thank God, I thought I was gonna die…"

However, before Subaru could react, two things quickly approached him.

The first was a black wiggly thing that made its way inside Subaru's body. He could feel something squirming inside him, but it was soon gone.

Subaru had acquired the Authority of Sloth, the second of his Authorities. The "Unseen Hand" was now the "Invisible Providence".

The second thing was a spirit. A Great Spirit. He was attracted to the boy with the staff, and upon seeing who it was he felt great joy.

Petelgeuse was finally reunited with his master.

Feeling his mana quickly depleting, Geuse made his way inside the green crystal on the top of his staff. It was a mana crystal, designed for housing spirits.

Once all that was over, Subaru heard a familiar voice.

"Barusu!"

Subaru lifted his head to see the pink-haired maid he knew too well running towards him.

"What the Hell is going on?! Why were there explosions coming from the forest?!"

"Oh, those? Yeah, that was me. I was busy exterminating Witch Cultists…"

"What?!" yelled Ram, both confused and upset.

"Look, you can chew me out later, okay? Right now, I need to go back, and pick up Rem…"

"Rem? Where is she? Where is my little sister?!"

"Will you relax? She's safe in the capital," Subaru explained. "I'll go get her now."

"And how exactly will you get there?" Ram asked sarcastically.

At the Karsten manor, Rem was ready to leave with her things. Upon learning that Subaru had run off with one of Crusch's ground dragons after bad-mouthing all of them, they were naturally pretty pissed. Rem was lucky all they did was kick her out and not wage war against the entirety of the Emilia Camp. They could certainly win if they felt like it.

Now walking out the front door, she was wondering how she would get back home, only to see some sort of portal of red and black open up, with a familiar figure coming out, carrying a staff.

"Subaru-kun!" she cried in joy, running towards him and hugging him.

"Hey, Rem. Sorry I left you behind. I just needed to do this on my own."

"It's alright. Rem trusts that you were successful, yes?"

"Yep. Mission accomplished. Everyone has been saved. Are you ready to return home?"

"Yes! Most definitely!" she chirped.

And with that, the two of them walked through the gate, unknown to all but a certain knight.

"Wh-wha…?" Felix had seen the whole interaction, including the fact that Subaru came out of an unfamiliar portal. But he couldn't think about it now. There were far more urgent matters.

"Felix!" called out an old man.

Turning around, the Blue saw it was the Sword Demon. "Myew?"

"Crusch-sama is calling us right away."

"R-right! Let's go!" Felix followed behind Wilhelm, but he couldn't think. His mind was still focused on what he had just witnessed earlier.

"Everyone, please, calm down!" begged Miklotov, as for the past few hours now, there was a massive panic inside the Throne Room. Everyone, from the nobility to the kings, was horrified at the implications that the boy the entire kingdom made fun of was actually one of the Heroes.

"Good," he sighed, seeing that everyone had listened and settled down. "Now, the first thing we should probably do is inform the Royal Candidates and the knights about-"

But before he could get another word out, a knight pointed and yelled once more. "Look!"

Turning around, Miklotov and the other members of the Council saw that yet another message had now been written on the Dragon Tablet, causing yet another uproar.

"You've gotta be kidding me," groaned Bordeaux.

"The Great Sage, Subaru "Flugel" Natsuki, has defeated the Witch Cult's Sin Archbishop of Sloth, Petelguese Romanee-Conti."

Everyone, Miklotov included, knew that this was going to be a long night.

Author's Note: Hey, guys! Thanks for reading! And now, I'll answer questions and comments from the last chapter!

TheGenesis: I have no idea if the pairings are weird, or not. This is my first time writing, so I don't know how to do the pairing thing. I just tried to make Emilia, Rem, and Satella interested in Subaru, I have no idea if it worked or not. Could you please tell me?

Avisato: Yes, Subaru can use all of the abilities of the other characters, not just the ones seen in "Isekai Quartet". He can still gain new powers (Authorities), but I don't think I'll let the Legendary Shield absorb new materials and unlock new shields that aren't canon. No, this isn't a Gary Stu power trip, the White Whale was just that weak.

notanyone19: I love "Subaru is the Sage" fanfics, too. Do you know any good ones?

WarGlory: Aside from more mental clarity, there will be no major side effects from gaining their powers, but just because there's no mental issue, doesn't mean that there won't be any challenges. Anyway, here's the next chapter you were waiting for.

Br0ber531: Yes, Subary will get the Sloth Witch Factor, you just read him getting it. No, there won't be any upgrade to it, he's already strong enough as it is. I'll also be giving him the Pride Witch Factor, yes. It'll probably just be giving Subnbaru temporary invincibility. I'll try to make some of the chapters longer, if I can, but most of them will stay the same length. I like them to be consistent.

Kiszony531: No, Subaru won't get his past memories after absorbing the Sloth Witch Factor. And yes, Invisible Providence will remain the same as in the anime. Also yes, Subaru will eventually get the Pride Witch Factor. I just got my account on Archive of Our Own set up, so I will be posting it there. No, I'm not going to drop this, I've worked too hard on it.

RoyalGuard0909: Oh yeah, Crusch will freak out when she receives the news. And Julius will feel really bad for what he did. But no, just because Subaru now has Anz's powers, doesn't mean he'll be able to resurrect the dead. Ainz could do it using the Wand of Resurrection, something Subaru doesn't have. He'll still have to use Return by Death.

Look2021: I agree, it was a good start! Thank you.

Guest: Ta-da, you got a new chapter! And don't worry, you'll see a more detailed reaction from the Council of Elders and the knights, eventually.

Atrolox: Already added Subaru to the character tags. Also, thanks for the praise!

Guest: Yes, Subaru will save Geuse rather than kill him.

Warlock of Vainglory: Your comment might have been a joke, but I've actually considered it. The first story would be Subaru saving everyone, and then I considered making a sequel where it would be a bunch of slice-of-life stuff, including chicken wings.

Animox: Already added Subaru to the character tags. And as for pairings, I was considering not spoiling it, but I've already gone and done it. You're welcome.

Nautilus05: Oh yeah, those jaws are gonna be so slacking. But sorry, Subaru will need to forgive those who crossed him, he'll need all the help he can get. Alos, I have read "Subaru's Lust In Another World", make more chapters please.

Anonymous: Yeah, originally I just wanted it to be either Ainz's or Naofumi's powers, but then I was like, "Why not?" and gave him all of the Isekai Quartet's powers. And the fear from the Crusch, Priscilla, and Anastasia will indeed flow like wine. As for the question if Subaru will encounter any of his past friends…? Sort of. You'll have to wait and see.

worrierfierce: I have never played Genshin Impact, so I have no idea what you're talking about. But yes, I do believe it was a good idea to integrate Otto into the plan.

CryingAlex: Yes, Sagebaru is indeed nice.

: The ones you don't know are Tanya von Degurechaff, from "Youjo Senki: Saga of Tanya the Evil" and Seiya Ryuuguuin, from "Cautious Hero: The Hero Is Overpowered But Overly Cautious". Also, no, Subaru didn't know the Flugel's Tree name, I, as the narrator, did. Yes, Subaru will have the exact same powers as everyone else. Also, also, no, since the Dragon Tablet literally wrote that Subaru killed the White Whale, no one can steal the credit.

A. J Savage: I'm glad you found it interesting, and now you know what happened next!

Badwholemilk: This is posted online, so I don't know what you mean by "book".

Shirosaki Kizuro: The reason Subaru was surprised by seeing the White Whale was because this was the third loop. In the canon, he would have come across the White Whale in that loop, along with Rem and Otto.

Elsa best girl: You got more. I'm glad that you're interested in what happens next.

prabhjiv: It was an insanely good start. Yes, this fanfic will continue, and you're welcome for the chapter.

Childline: Yes, he has all of Ainz's, Naofumi's, Seiya's, Tanya's, and Kazuma's abilities. But since you asked nicely, I'll give you a list of every new power Subaru uses in each chapter, starting with the ones from this and the previous chapter.

"Reality Slash": An ability used by Ainz Ooal Gown from "Overlord". Basically, it's an attack that slashes space itself. These attacks can cleave through the very fabric of space, rendering any form of magical defense worthless. So, yeah, the White Whale didn't stand a chance.

"Status Magic": It's the ability used by Naofumi Iwatani in "The Rising of the Shield Hero". This system allows the user to view their skills and magic, notifies them when they have a new ability, and shows them when they level up. But that last part might be worthless to Subaru, now that he's on par with both Reinhard and Satella.

"Rope Shield": An ability used by Naofumi. It turns the Legendary Shield into one made of rope, then the user can use the rope any way they see fit. In my story's version, Subaru's staff will act as the Legendary Shield, changing whenever he needs it to.

"Luck": This is a stat that was used by Kazuma Satou in "KonoSuba: God's Blessing on this Wonderful World". Because of Kazuma's high luck stat, Subaru can now use it to make things easier for him. Not that he needs it when he literally has an ability that allows him to try again and again, am I right?

"Dominate": A spell that, when used on a person, they are unable to lie. That way, the person can be manipulated to the caster's will, essentially being a form of mind control. This spell was used by Ainz.

"Fly/Flight": Used by both Seiya and Ainz. It literally gives a person the ability to fly.

"Prayer/Blessing/Gospel Magic": An ability used by Tanya. Praying to Being X, the user's eyes turn gold, and give them the capability of casting high tier powerful explosive spells. In the story, Subaru uses his staff as Tanya would use her submachine gun.

"Napalm": A spell used by Ainz. It creates a column of fire next to their target, before eventually engulfing them in flames.

"Fireball": A spell used by both Kazuma and Ainz. It allows a user to shoot out a big ball of fire that burns their target. Pretty self-explanatory.

"Maximum Inferno": Used by Seiya. A smaller, fire-based attack that causes explosions.

"Hell's Fire": Used by Seiya. Creates a small nuclear-like explosion made of fire.

"Haste": A spell used to buff a person's speed, making them move faster. Used by Ainz.

"Gate": It summons a portal that can be used by a large number of people over long distances. Considered to be the highest form of teleportation magic. Used by Ainz.

Moving on from that, will Subaru stay with Emilia? While yes, eventually Subaru will leave for the Pleiades Watchtower with Beatrice and one other person, and meet Shaula, but he'll still be a member of the Emilia Camp. For the next question, no, Ram isn't the one to move the villagers to the Sanctuary, it will be Otto, and he's taking all the villagers. Will Subaru be immortal? I don't know. In terms of strength, Subaru is now an equal to both Reinhard and Satella's level, essentially making the three of them god-like.

PROPLAYERFL: Here's the next chapter you've been waiting for.

HaydosMivill-Offical: Here's the more you couldn't wait for. Also, I've read "A Shooting Star", and it was nice. I want more chapters of that, please.

Fanficcrazin543: That was a lot of yeses. Here's the next chapter you wanted.

Improsadas: Technically, literature is a form of art, so I guess you are correct.

stingrasher: This is the best O.P. Subaru you've ever read? Dang. Hope you're excited for next time. But I do have to admit that the last scene was pure gold, I loved writing it. Also, I've read both "The Sun Princess" and "The Silver Queen". More Priscilla, please.

EndertheDark_0326: Yes, this will be a fun ride. I'm going to post weekly. No, Subaru can't resurrect people, since Ainz had to use the Wand of Resurrection to do that, plus it would get rid of any stakes in the story. Yes, I am fully aware that having Ainz's power pretty much takes care of every villain in the world. I know in the canon, Ram took half the villagers to the Sanctuary, but the reason for it here was because Subaru doesn't know all of his powers, so he would want to avoid them getting hit in the crossfire.

Host Layers: Glad you found it good. I will continue it.

Wilber Beato Quispe: Me alegra que hayas encontrado mi trabajo bueno. Verás al sabio en toda su gloria, de hecho.

DiscordedNotes: I actually never thought of that until you mentioned it. But now that you mentioned it, I see it nearly everywhere! Hope you're glad that my version of the Great Sage isn't just a "plot point".

Dodanim1: Happy that you freaking liked it, as I will continue it!

twistedonffn: Yes, Roswaal will get what he deserves. That's being beaten senseless. Also, I really liked "Revenge of the Teased" and "Subaru and Flugel vs The World".

Im The Person: Thanks for thinking that this start was great. Yes, those three Candidates are doomed, and full-on panicking. Yeah, no, Roswaal is dead in the water. Yes, he will help Geuse instead of killing him. Also, I really liked "Sealed", please make more.

kemarahymoten: Subaru will eventually love Satella, once he finds out the truth.

reinhardt53: Mighty interesting, indeed. Hope you'll investigate further.

GrumpyOnue: I'm not sure if this would qualify as "crack" or not. Yes, he will definitely save Satella. You'll definitely get to see more.

Steinfield: You've got more Strongbaru in your life!

Legendaryray5: Diamond, huh? That's a new one. Thanks!

KingLAO2964: Oh, yeah. Lugnica is gonna be in total shambles now.

Earlynickname: Glad you have no doubts that this is epic.

Well, that's all for now. See y'all next week!

- Ernalore.