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Author Note:
[ ] = When Twilight is speaking.
{ } = When talking through Telepathy.
' ' = When thinking in your mind.
<< >> = When talking with your Pokémon or Tamed Beast.
--- --- = When describing a certain period of time.
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[Smart.]
Nodding his head, Primis started to pat her head gently.
Primis: Well done. You're exactly right.
Even though Beatrice enjoyed his caressed, she still showed a confused expression.
Beatrice: I am correct? Rigla, did you know about it too?
Primis: I knew about it on the first day when the world reset.
Beatrice became shocked and asked.
Beatrice: How?
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Primis then gave the explanation about how on the first day of reset, Subaru was releasing a lot of Witch scent. Beatrice said she also smelled it but didn't understand why. In return Primis continued.
He explained that because Demon Beasts are called Witch's monster, whenever they put curse on someone, that person also start to emit that witch scent.
Second, he said that he knew all along that Subaru went to the village that day. Even though he spent most of his time with Beatrice, Emilia, and Rem, he always kept his eyes on everything that was happening in the mansion. That's why it was impossible for him to not know about it.
Next, there were many forests near the village. Since there were forests, this obviously meant that there would be many Demon Beasts residing inside. So, the only way for that village to remain standing till now was because they must have used some magical stones that functioned as a barrier and prevented any Demon Beasts from trespassing.
However, this still didn't change the fact that they were surrounded by Demon Beasts. In other words, there is a high chance of falling into their curses in case they get attacked. Subaru went to the village and got cursed, it made the theory more legit.
Another thing, Subaru was not a fool who would venture into the forest for adventure or something. Villagers must have definitely warned him that dangerous monsters lived in the forest. Since he knew his own strength, he wouldn't do something this suicidal.
Then how did he get cursed since Demon Beasts can't enter the village, it means there was tamer in the village you could keep the Demon Beast with him or her without anyone realizing it. That person won't be stupid to bring such a huge Demon Beast in open. So, he or she only had one option, to change appearance of that Demon Beast which didn't attract much attention. Like that of pet animal. Like a dog.
A dog won't attract anyone's attention. Even if that person brought it near Subaru, everyone would only think that he or she just wanted to introduce their pet to Subaru. That animal bit or scratched him and Subaru got cursed.
Finally, the curse activated once he returned and died. But because of reset, the witch scent from the curse also travelled back in time. That's how Primis knew. The end.
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Beatrice: ......
Beatrice had a dumbfounded expression on her face as her jaw fell on the ground. She was speechless and had no words.
[Hahahaha. Don't worry dear Beatrice, it's a common reaction seeing how Primis brain works. You will get used to it.]
Seeing her stunned expression, Primis moved his hand and squeezed her cute little nose.
Beatrice: Ugh!!!! Let goooo...…
That action snapped Beatrice out of her thoughts though Primis still only released after a minute. Rubbing her painful nose Beatrice glared at Primis with tears in the corner of her eyes. Shaking his head, Primis picked Beatrice from his lap and stood up before putting her back on the chair.
Primis: So, right now Subaru has gone to village and will return with curse on himself.
Beatrice also stopped rubbing her nose and kept on looking at Primis.
Primis: What is it?
Beatrice: That scent......…That Witch scent......…That was all you needed to see through everything.
Primis: Yes.
Beatrice: You are...really something.
Even if Beatrice said that she had a proud expression on her face realizing how smart her master is.
[Is that really all?]
'Primis: Well, I have even more theory. Like how eager Roswaal was to send Subaru to the village. If Ram would have gone there herself then she would have completed all the work there fast because her physical strength is stronger than Subaru. Yet, Roswaal told Ram to not only take him but also let him run do most of the work.'
[Does this have any significance?]
'Primis: It does. Because of that Subaru had to meet with everyone in the village which made it easier for the killer to put curse on him. In case he would have stayed at the side and let Ram handle all the work then the killer had to approach him on his or her accord. By doing this, after the reset even Subaru would have easily narrowed down to that person who put curse on him since he or she were the only one who approached him.'
[Oh, man. Even though I have seen how your brain process things, it still always amazes me.]
'Primis: Well, I have even more theory but no point in thinking about them.'
[With your brain, I think even having the knowledge of the plot would have been useless to you.]
'Primis: I can't deny that. Even if I didn't know the plot, with so many plot-holes I would have easily seen through this.'
[Yes. But only 'you' would have seen through it like this. Not the others.]
Twilight especially emphasized the word 'you' to tell him to not compare yourself with others.
Primis: Anyway, stay here Beatrice until the world reset again.
Beatrice: Why can't Betty come with you?
Primis: Because I said so.
Beatrice: ......
Beatrice became silent when Primis put some force into his words. Next, he opened the door and left the forbidden library.
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Primis didn't go to the village but either spent rest of the time with Emilia. First, it's because he wanted to reset the world to not only develop Subaru but also to check whether Emilia will still recover the memories of this loop. Second, because Roswaal was keeping his eyes on Primis not make sure he won't go and interfere with his plans.
And since today will be day of reset, Primis told Rem to rest for today and hence only met her during breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Night came.
Everyone had gone to their respective room to sleep while Primis was staying in Subaru's room while watching over him. His condition was becoming terrible.
Subaru: R-Rigla...
Primis: Yes, Subaru.
Subaru: It's…definitely…. the...…village.
Primis: So, it does. Huh.
Subaru: Is...…it...…. poison?
Primis: I don't think so. Your condition is the same as how you look when Beatrice took your mana.
Subaru: A...curse......then......
Primis: It appears so. Since your temperature is normal. You don't have any symptoms of a disease that can kill you. However, your body is becoming weak with you barely having any strength to move. It's definitely a curse.
Approaching him, Primis picked up Subaru on his shoulder before leaving the room.
Subaru: Where…are...you...…taking...me?
Primis: Beatrice. The reason I didn't go to the village because I was afraid that the killer will use some method to hurt the other inhabitants of the mansion. That's why I was keeping an eye on everyone that would come and leave the mansion. But since I was also worried about you, I sent Beatrice to protect you from the shadows.
Subaru: I...didn't......see......…her.
Primis: It would more surprising if you would have seen her because in that way the killer would have seen her and would have been wary of her. The reason why she didn't return by the time you do means she must have found some clues and decided to stay behind to check.
Subaru: ......…Thanks...…. man.
Primis: Don't thank me until we get rid of your curse. I just hoped she would have returned by now and is waiting for me in the forbidden library.
Subaru: Lets...…hope......so...…
Primis: Um.
Nodding Primis made his way towards the forbidden library with Subaru on his back.
RATTLE!!!!
Suddenly, sound of chain was heard behind them. Taking the 90 degrees turn Primis moved out of the way.
FWOOSH!!!
BANG!!!!
Something that looked like a weapon in the shape of Morning Star passed by them and destroyed a section of the hallway. Putting Subaru down on the side, Primis took out his Gun-Blade from his soul.
Primis: Another enemy.
Subaru: WH…AT!!!
The attacker pulled the chain back and the Morning star returned to attack.
DING!!!
BURST!!!
SHATTER!!!
Though Primis deflected it to the side and as it went out of the window. Next, Primis moved and appeared in front of the attacker and attacked. In return the attacker brought the chain in front to block him.
DANG!!!
FWOOSH!!!!
The attack was blocked but the attacker was thrown at the end of the hallway because of the force behind the attack.
BANG!!!
???: Guh!!
The attacker let out a painful sound as it hit the wall.
SWOOSH!!!
Appearing in front again, Primis kicked from the right. The attacker used its left arm to block it.
BAM!!!
CRACK!!!
???: Auh!!!
FWOOSH!!!!
BURST!!!
The bones in the attacker's arm were destroyed as it let out a more painful sound. Not only that, but the force behind the kick also threw the attacker out of the window. Next, Primis also jumped out of the window and landed outside.
THUD!!!
He looked at the attacker who was at some distance lying on the ground. As Primis walked towards it, the attacker forced itself to stand up. Primis didn't mind and kept on approaching it. By the time he was ten steps away the attacker successfully stood up. Its broken left arm was left dangling in the air and its right hand was holding the chain of Morning Star tightly.
However, the person didn't attack. Its right hand was trembling while holding the chain. It's not because the person was in pain but because the person didn't want to attack Primis. Reaching in front, Primis extended his left hand and grabbed the attacker by its neck and raised it from the ground.
???: Grh!!
A painful voice was coming out from the attacker's mouth. But neither did it struggle nor fight back. It looked at Primis' cold dark eyes as its own eyes became watery. In the next second, trails of tears came down its face. The Tears fell on Primis hand which were covered in leather gloves and were holding attacker's neck. Looking at Primis with painful and a slight loving gaze, the attacker showed one last smile before moving its lips to say something.
Even though no voice came out Primis still understood what it was saying. It was saying.
???: I am sorry. And thank you.
Then...…
CRACK!!!!
Primis broke the attacker's neck.
THUD!!!!
The lifeless boy of the attacker fell on the ground. Primis kept on looking at it with the same cold eyes.
CRACK!!!
Fortunately, or unfortunately, it was also the moment that Subaru who was laying on the second floor of the hallway died. As a result, the world became dark again as space and time distorted. The sound of cracking glass was heard as the Primis surrounding crumbled away and everything became black. And the Satella voice was heard from behind again.
Satella: Why did you kill her?
Primis: .........
Satella: She loved you. Because of that she couldn't bring herself to attack you till the end. Even the attack on the hallway was clearly meant for that human that you were carrying on your back. She never intends to harm you even the slightest.
Primis: .........I know.
Satella: Then why?
Primis didn't turn to look at Satella face. He could sense the pain and wailing in her voice. Instead of asking, she was begging Primis to tell her, how could he kill the one who loved him without any hesitation.
Primis: .........…It's true that I care for Rem. However, no matter how much I care for someone, if that person gets in my way I will kill without hesitation. Either it's Rem, Beatrice, Emilia, or even you Satella.
Satella: ..........
Primis: If you are at my side then good. If you are neither on my side nor on anyone else's side, then its also good. But if you are against me then I would show no mercy. To anyone.
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*A/N: Please throw some power stones.
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