I don't know this ceiling.
Everything considered it must've been her.
Emilia's healing power huh?
Well at any rate seems I got out of using Return by Death this time...
But normally wouldn't you wake up to a girl
by your bed asking "Are you awake" after she'd cared for you all this time?
For a story about being summoned to another world it's kinda flawed.
A looping hallway...
One of those things where I can't leave until I find the right room?
The typical pattern says that the first door is likely to be it!
What a profoundly aggravating man you are I suppose.
First NPC found!
With that cold attitude you're gonna ruin your cute face.
Come on smile... Smile.
A derisive sneer is the only smile worth giving you.
Are you mad because I guessed correctly 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 both library and bedroom I suppose.
Talk about your token response.
Are you one of the manual girls everyone's into now?
Betty's 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 know that ceiling.
Oh he has awakened Sister.
Indeed he has awakened Rem.
I a denizen of the night waking in the morning?
I'm getting all emotional...
I'd better go to sleep a second time.
No I woke up earlier so this'll be the third.
My what a deadbeat thing to say.
Did you hear that Sister?
Yes truly a loser's words. 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?
In my mind maids were always the very personification of elegance!
This ain't so bad either!
How terrible. You are being violated in our guest's mind Sister.
It is terrible. You are experiencing the ultimate shame in our guest's mind 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 Miss Emilia.
My dear sister was just violated by that man.
Please listen to this Miss Emilia.
Rem was held prisoner and shamed by that man.
And you two don't tease him too much.
Yes Miss Emilia. My sister is very sorry.
Yes Miss Emilia. Rem is sorry as well.
Subaru are you feeling all right?
Does anything feel off?
Huh? Oh I'm just a little groggy from oversleeping.
You saved me didn't you 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 natural I would heal your wounds afterward.
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 since the wee hours of the morning it's been nothing but chaos for me.
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 anytime
is worth as much as a multimillionaire's riches!
Oh man these ears...
I'm in love with how soft you are.
Since I can kind of read your mind I know you feel that way
but I'm amazed you can 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?
Miss Emilia...
Our lord Master Roswaal has returned.
Please come inside.
I was watching you from upstairs and you know what?
It would seem you are quite foolish I suppose.
Where do you get off saying that you loli?!
What does that word mean?
I have never 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 of an 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 Miss Emilia...
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 particularly 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
but you claim to understand nothing!
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 already quite aware of the reality.
Really?
I expected a "Now that you know my secret I can't let you leave here alive" thing.
Around the same time that the king went into hiding an epidemic began spreading through the castle!
The king and his children are the last of his line.
A council of wise men currently manages the nation
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 Miss Emilia thus becoming connected to my household!
Wait why would the lord of the mansion call her "Miss Emilia"?
It's only natural to address someone of higher status with all due respect...
Um so Emilia-tan would be...
My current status is
a candidate to become the Kingdom of Lugunica's forty-second ruler
with Margrave Roswaal's backing.
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 if you lose that thing anyway?
Will a government office issue you another?
Oh my! If you'd lost it then there would be no doubt...
If it were thought that one who can't even protect a tiny insignia
can't be entrusted with the nation's rule that would be the end.
Now that I think about it I did a good job.
This totally raises my expectations for a reward...
Yeah you're right. You were my true savior.
So ask for anything.
You may have any reward you request. Merely state your desire!
In that case I have but one request.
Hire me to work in this mansion!
Achoo.
That isn't quite right...
Wasn't there anything else that fit you Subaru?
Oddly some of the girls' stuff fit me but...
Our deepest apologies sir. I mean Subaru.
You look quite ridiculous sir. I mean Barusu.
Um Nee-sama you just turned my name into a blinding curse.
Rem looking at Barusu's ridiculous appearance do you notice anything?
His shoulders are shaped funny his legs are short and his eyes are scary?
I can't do anything about two of those!
We cannot allow you to work here in such shady-looking attire.
People would question Lord Roswaal'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 shall take your measurements. Stand still and keep your back straight.
Please refrain from strange noises. It's unpleasant.
That was beyond my control...
This is awkward for a guy in multiple 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 Miss Beatrice's Door Crossing.
So it's a spell that can connect any door in the mansion to her room?
Once Miss Beatrice has eliminated her presence
there is 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.
Lord Roswaal is the greatest magic-user in the kingdom.
He has many books that must not be seen by others.
Miss Beatrice 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 us get to your actual job.
You will 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 the futons laundry bathroom cleaning
and the mansion's monthly soot cleaning.
I'm exhausted...
This is Rem. Do you have a moment Subaru?
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 already finished it?
When it is Lord Roswaal's clothing my priority is to take care.
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 am 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 are 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 do not know how to handle a knife Barusu.
You should hold the knife still turning the vegetable.
Frankly speaking my best dish is steamed tatoes.
How can you say that with such a triumphant look?
it just watch.
My favorite blade Shooting Star will show you a thing or two—
It sliced right through me!
It's been five days since Subaru-kun came to the mansion.
How has he been?
By now we should be seeing something.
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.
Specifically for worse he is too conspicuous.
And if he's too conspicuous...
Despite that possibility he certainly is carefree.
As I personally see it interfering would be wise.
They are only children.
Even if we let them be nothing will happen.
It isn't that fun to watch is it?
When I'm with you nothing is boring Emilia-tan.
That makes me happy even if you're only flattering me.
Besides we haven't had a chance to talk for the past few days.
That's right. It must be difficult for you to learn your work here.
Yes it is! It's killing me!
I wish I could be sequentially comforted in your arms on your chest and on your lap—
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!
Anyway 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 the time I wanted to know your name.
In a new land nervous and unsure of the future I had no expectations for tomorrow.
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 a 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 put in.
I don't actually dislike exerting myself you know.
Learning to do something I couldn't do 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 initially fell for you!
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 the evening when I went shopping in town
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 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 the small animal?
It isn't 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!
Ah...
Only during a break from my studies and when 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 can 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 those kids at the village.
Oh but first I've gotta learn 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 will make giant strides today...
What?! You were in here?
I'm so embarrassed!
You should have 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.