Afterward, Beatrice ruthlessly ejected everyone from the forbidden book library.
"Since the matter is resolved, everyone must leave Betty alone," She declared.
With that said, everyone was promptly expelled by Beatrice, including the physically weakened Rem.
"Of course, Elder Brother is an exception," Beatrice added.
Unlike her cold demeanor when casting everyone out, Beatrice now smiled innocently and romantically, holding onto Pack as she twirled around, then returned to the forbidden book library, heartlessly shutting the Opportunity Door behind her.
Meanwhile, Fang Li and Emilia received an invitation from Roswaal amidst this situation.
"We need to discuss matters concerning the Curse User," Roswaal stated, prompting both Fang Li and Emilia to join him in his study.
Left behind was Ram who was supporting the physically weak Rem, who returned to their room.
"Come, Rem," Ram said, guiding her little sister to lie down on the bed.
Rem obediently complied, but throughout this process, she kept staring at Ram's face.
This was something she had never done before.
In Rem's heart, she had always been just a substitute chasing after her Elder Sister's shadow, without any qualification to directly face and respect her beloved Elder Sister.
So, this feeling was truly unfamiliar to her.
So unfamiliar that Rem couldn't even remember how long it had been.
"Hmm?" Ram, unaware of what was going on in Rem's mind, tilted her head and spoke to her. "What's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?"
Her attitude remained as straightforward as ever.
This was the terrifying presence of the former Oni prodigy, once hailed as a Demon God.
For Rem, this decisive and straightforward decisiveness was also part of Elder Sister's charm.
However, it wasn't until this moment that Rem realized.
Her Elder Sister wasn't truly as straightforward and decisive as she appeared on the surface, about everything.
At least, at this moment, Rem could see it.
Behind her Elder Sister's composed facade, there was an undeniable sense of worry.
Sensing this, Rem couldn't help but close her eyes.
Tears, no matter how hard she tried, couldn't be suppressed.
"Rem?" Ram's surprised voice echoed.
And it was a natural thing that could happen.
Since arriving at Roswaal's mansion, Ram had hardly ever seen her Little Sister express such emotions, not even sadness, let alone joy.
In this context, how could Ram not be surprised?
But Rem couldn't concern herself with these thoughts now.
(Why didn't I notice this before?)
That was the only thought in Rem's mind.
Why didn't I notice before?
I didn't realize that I was still the same as before, always making Elder Sister worry.
No matter how weak Elder Sister becomes, and no matter how strong I become, Elder Sister is still Elder Sister.
Worrying about Little Sister is just a matter of course.
So, on the day when the Oni clan was exterminated, Ram could rescue Rem without the slightest hesitation.
Even if it meant sacrificing a horn.
And now, Ram hasn't changed.
Even if her power has weakened, she would still fight tooth and nail for Rem.
It's for this reason that Ram sought out Fang Li.
The level of power has nothing to do with it.
Ram doesn't need a replacement.
She only needs her Little Sister, Rem.
Just as Fang Li said.
(Rem really is an idiot...)
So, it must be said.
With this thought in mind, Rem opened her eyes.
There was no sense of inferiority or self-blame on her face, just tear-streaked cheeks.
"Elder Sister..." Rem sobbed.
"I'm sorry..."
With just a few words, Ram was completely stunned.
Shortly afterward, the worry and surprise on Ram's face vanished completely.
In their place was a smile.
A gentle smile, just like the one from their childhood, full of care for her Little Sister.
Perhaps only twins can fully understand this.
To comprehend the immense emotions and significance contained in such a short sentence.
So, Ram simply reached out and gently stroked Rem's head, softly saying,
"You're such a worrisome child..."
Upon hearing this, Rem didn't stop her tears. Instead, it seemed like all the emotions she had held back for so long were released, and she continued to cry.
Throughout this process, Ram continued to stroke Rem's head.
Her expression remained as gentle as ever.
...
"What?" In the study at Roswaal's mansion, Fang Li raised an eyebrow, looking at Roswaal seated behind the desk.
"You want me to deal with the Curse User in the village?"
"That's right~" Roswaal chuckled with a pleased expression on his face. "Thanks to you, Rem's situation has been resolved. So, I will listen to your request in the future."
"But the identity of the person who harmed Rem is now clear. They are in a village not far from here," Roswaal explained, spreading out his hands. "If we continue like this, more sacrificial victims may appear in the village, and we won't be able to go there for supplies without identifying the perpetrator. Most importantly, we don't know when we'll be cursed again, so solving this problem is urgent."
"And then?" Fang Li remained unfazed, saying, "Isn't that an issue I shouldn't be responsible for?"
In this mansion, Fang Li's primary concern was dealing with the Witch Cult.
As for compensation and living arrangements, including the incident where he rescued Emilia in the Royal Capital, he had already received them.
Therefore, Fang Li had no obligation to take on this task.
"But, is this really okay?" Roswaal smiled slyly. "Perhaps, that Curse User is a member of the Witch Cult?"
"But that Curse User could also be unrelated to the Witch Cult," Fang Li retorted calmly. "I'm more inclined to believe that they, like the 'Bowel Hunter' before, are here to hinder Emilia's participation in the Royal Selection."
That was indeed true and no rebuttal could be offered for such an act.
If that were the case, Fang Li had no reason to act.
"Roswaal." Emilia had been listening to their conversation on the sidelines and now stepped forward, tentatively asking, "Why don't you let me and Pack go to the village?"
"No~" Roswaal rejected without hesitation, shaking his head. "They're targeting Lady Emilia. How could I allow you to go to the village?"
It would be walking right into the trap.
Moreover, given the issue with the Witch Cult, Emilia couldn't leave the mansion.
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