"Subaru-kuuun, are truly my savior, a beacon of hope in my life. I cannot express my gratitude enough. So, I implore you, to ask for anything you desire. Any reward you wish for, whether it's land, money, or knowledge—I am willing to provide it. Just nameeeee it!" proclaimed Margrave, the clown-like figure sitting in front of me, extending a blank check as an offering.
This was the scene that unfolded before me after rescuing the throne candidate, the captivating blue-haired beauty named Rem, along with her sister, Ram, in the capital. It hadn't been an easy journey, enduring death three times, encountering the Bowel Hunter's ruthless attacks twice, and falling victim to the three reckless thugs. Surviving being gutted was no walk in the park either. According to the maids, Frederica and Petra, I had slept for nearly two days, but now I had healed.
"Just name it, Subaru-kun. My sponsor will provide it for you," sweetly insisted Rem, the Royal Candidate.
"Your smile alone is a reward beyond measure, Remu-tan!" I responded, eliciting a sweet smile in return from the blue-haired beauty.
To be honest, when I first encountered Rem, she greeted me with hostility and mistrust. However, after saving her and her sister in the capital, her demeanor softened, and warmth blossomed between us. In all honesty, all I desired was to be with her and remain by her side.
However, I was aware of my lack of knowledge in this unfamiliar world. I needed someone to guide me and teach me the ways, such as language, writing, history, and magic—yes, magic. Additionally, I could benefit from strength training to face the lurking dangers that awaited me at every turn.
"Uh, Roschi... Well, I would love a place to stay... and perhaps a mentor? Someone, to help me grow and become stronger? Someone, to show me the ropes, you know what I mean?" I responded to the margrave.
"Ohhhh, I understand precisely what you mean, Subaru-kun!" he exclaimed, his eyebrows raising mischievously. "Come, I have a better idea," he suggested, standing up and gesturing for me to join him away from the onlookers in the mansion.
Once we were out of earshot, he spoke in a hushed tone, "I suppose you desire a 'four-in-one' package," winking as he said so.
"Huh?" I replied, my confusion deepening.
"Four-in-one, meaning a mentor, a maid, a trainer... and a bedmate," he clarified with a sly grin.
"HUH?" I blurted out, even more, bewildered than before.
"Come on, Subaru-kun! I know you're inexperienced, and I'm offering you a once-in-a-lifetime deal! Free accommodation, a job, and a personal servant," he explained enticingly.
Honestly, that offer was incredibly tempting. A personal servant at my disposal? Who wouldn't be tempted by that?
"What kind of job are you offering, Roschi?" I inquired.
"You will become the personal knight of Rem-sama, the royal candidate. What do you say?" he proposed.
Now we were talking! That was an offer I couldn't refuse.
"Alright, Roschi! I accept. But who is this servant you mentioned?" I asked.
"Heh, you'll see," he teased, motioning for me to follow him back to the table.
I complied and returned to my original seat beside Remu-tan.
Once again, Roswaal interjected, addressing Rem,
"Rem-sama, Subaru-kun has chosen his reward. He shall serve as your personal knight, with me as his employer, and he will reside in this magnificent mansion. Is that agreeable to you?"
Rem's response came swiftly, accompanied by an adorable smile. "Yes, Roswaal, absolutely," she replied.
But Ram, the Pink-haired twin sister of Rem, sensed that there was something more, especially considering Roswaal's lascivious demeanor.
"Is that all, Barasu? I can feel there's something else you're hinting at," she spoke up.
"You're right, Ram-sama. Subaru-kun has indeed requested one more reward," Roswaal acknowledged.
"Emilia, come!" he declared.
Suddenly, a silver-haired woman dressed in a maid's attire materialized out of thin air and stood before the table. With her pointed ears and amethyst eyes, she possessed a breathtaking beauty.
"Subaru-kun, meet Emilia, the half-elf. From this moment forward, she shall be your personal companion. You have the freedom to do as you please with her, as long as you do not cause her harm or inflict pain," declared the margrave.
What? I can't harm her or hurt her? But does that mean...
"WHAT?!" Rem exclaimed, her voice brimming with surprise and disbelief, clearly taken aback by the unexpected proposition.
After a lengthy conversation filled with persuasion and heartfelt discussion, both Roswaal and I managed to convince Rem to agree to my request of keeping Emilia as my personal maid. It wasn't an easy feat, and we had to make certain promises to Rem, although they were relatively minor and inconsequential. In the end, our determination paid off, and we reached a satisfactory agreement that left everyone content.
Emilia, the elf, is incredibly sweet, her beauty is otherworldly, and her captivating scent is addicting. Moreover, her powerful mastery of magic makes her immensely valuable to me, especially since I aspire to learn magic myself. However, I have an even better idea in mind.
"Sir Subaru, why are we here?" she innocently and sweetly asked, as we found ourselves inside my room at the Roswaal Manor.
"Emilia, as my personal maid, it is your responsibility to obey my orders, as long as they do not harm or hurt you, and as long as they align with the established rules, correct?" I explained to her.
"Yes, why do you ask, Sir Subaru?" she replied, tilting her head in curiosity.
"You see, Emilia, it has always been my dream to..." I began, my voice growing timid.
"What is it, Sir Subaru?" she inquired once more.
"It has always been my dream to have a child of my own," I confessed, my ears and face turning as red as a tomato.
The elf standing before me also blushed, clearly taken aback by my words.
"So... you want me to conceive and bear your child, Sir Subaru?" she uttered, her gaze fixed on the ground, unable to say anything else.
"Uhhh, yes," I confirmed, feeling a mix of nervousness and anticipation.
"Very well," Emilia my personal maid responded, meeting my gaze directly. HUH? that worked?
Oh my... Could this be the start of my popular phrase?