After this event.  Roswaal will no longer allow himself to send Elsa to attack and kill me.  Either way,  I'm not going to be lenient if he does it again.  As for me, I suspect Rem of wanting to kill me, with Ram's complicity.

Let's start with the one on the left.  She smells the scent of Satells on me as well as the miasma;  distinctive signs of the witches of the 7 deadly sins;  which makes me unapproachable, without thinking for a single second of killing myself.  Too bad for her, if I stop her from strangling me in my sleep, dodge her spiked flail, then cancel her water magic as if nothing had happened, she can't hit me in melee at all.  .  Ram seems faster and stronger than his sister, except:

1 - Roswaal forbids them from harming me from now on, otherwise he will suffer the consequences.

2 - I become a guest of honor in the same way as Emilia.  Even if I continue for the pleasure of helping in the service.  And because the butler uniform looks good on me.

3 - She has feelings for the latter.

4 - His murder attempts have already failed, whether solo or in a duo with Rem.

These conditions combined protect me from danger, especially since I can make all three of them sing.  So I keep evidence.  However, is this really what I want?  I'll try to talk to Ram first, then I'll go see Rem.  On the other hand, when I take a trip to the so-called forbidden library, I take a look at my right hand.

A shamak bit me on my second day;  which almost triggered a curse.

“Humwald!”

I used a spell that combines the healing magic of water and the beneficial magic of Yang.  So I got rid of the curse.  Except that a day passed after this event, and - even though I have healed potential targets of this filth in the meantime - I feel like I forgot someone.

That's why I decide to go see Ram privately.  Sorry Beatrice!  I'll come see you later.  Who is Beatrice?  We will come back to this later.

“It’s nice of you to come.”

"A conversation huh? With me? Why you? If I had something important to say, it would be to my sister Rem. As you know, Rem is the most precious thing in the world to me, so please  there is something wrong with her, I need to know as soon as possible.
So go on, what is this lecture you want to share with me?”

At least we realize that you care about your twin sister.  As much as I inform you, you.

“Rem is afflicted with a curse” I confess to him, bluntly.

"A curse, huh?  Do you mean the curse of the witch's perfume? Why yes, I am aware of Rem's condition.  However, I am also aware that she is cared for by those who understand the  seriousness of this situation."

She takes a pause, then resumes with a louder tone.

"So why do you want to talk to me about this?  What do you want me to know?  I'm aware that Rem is in good hands, so maybe you're worried about something else.  Care to share your thoughts?"

"I want you to watch over her.  In the meantime, I will find the person responsible and arrest him, alone.  Don't tell Emilia or Roswaal."  I tell him with determination.

“Watching over Rem is always a priority for me.  However, I don’t understand why you specifically asked me to watch over her, given that all the other residents of the mansion are busy with their tasks.
But, of course, I will do everything possible to keep Rem safe and sound while you are busy with your investigations. However, if I may ask, is there any reason why you are keeping this a secret from Emilia and  Roswaal?”

This is the fateful moment.  If I tell her that I am Iluso Magician Omni Terrera, at best she doesn't believe it, at worst she gets scared.  Furthermore, Reinhard and Felt remain exceptions, especially Reinhard.  Felt helped me a lot against Elsa by sending her to the scene.  On the other hand, the one who was supposed to be a person I knew dared this hired killer and hunter of my intestines to take my life.  As for Emilia, she is too curious for her own good to the point where she risks me... I bite my lip not wanting to finish my sentence.  I sigh before answering:

“Roswaal is not someone I trust and Emilia will want to get involved.”

"Oh I see."  She said before warning me.  "But I have to say that hiding such vital information from the leader of our camp and our beloved daughter Emila seems a little suspicious to me.  Especially since they are our most precious companions.
And Roswaal, even though he can be a little weird, has always been by our side throughout our adventures.  I know they won't hesitate to help us when they discover your secret.
So please reconsider the need to keep this secret.  Trust is a two-way street and I think Roswaal and Emilia can be trusted!”

This was to be expected.  That's why I'm talking to him now.  It proves that if I go alone, I risk losing their trust, worse, Rem could convince them that I am part of an evil group.  To avoid that, I think I'll choose the wisest voice, for now.  What a shame to hide your identity!

"I see.  Looks like I'm going to have to talk to them."

“You must! I know you must have your reasons for keeping this secret, but think of it like this: if Emilia and Roswaal found out about this, they would do everything in their power to facilitate your investigation.
Keeping secrets from trusted friends will only serve to delay the search for the culprit responsible for this curse on our dear Rem."

I feel a little guilty for standing my ground.  Even if with my speed everything will happen quickly, maybe together we would go further.  Go alone or tell others?

What to choose ?

In the garden

"For now, I hope to live a quiet life there. Besides, there is one thing I have to tell you. Rem is suffering from a curse."

Emilia and I later discuss the critical situation in which Rem finds herself.  If no one does anything, she will die.  I plan to go alone, however I will follow Ram's advice while taking another path.

"Rem...?  Does suffering from a curse...?  Is that so?  Can you tell me more about Rem's curse?  And what does it have to do with it?  with your coming here?”

"It has nothing to do with it but it is a warning. Rem was bitten by a Shamak, just like me and some of the children in the group. I recovered and saved the children alone but... I don't  I haven't seen about Rem. And I have to go see the manager"

"What...?  Rem was bitten by a Shamak...?  And she now suffers from the same curse as all those other children?  So what about her sister, Ram?  Why isn't she  not concerned?  And what does the manager have to do with all this?"

She looks at me with a worried expression on her face, not knowing what to think of this strange news.

“Rem was bitten”

"I see.  But then, what about Rem?  Can't we help her somehow?  What if Ram finds out?  I'm worried about her reaction if she finds out  that her twin sister is in danger."

I can feel the panic rising in her chest as she doesn't know what to do or where to turn for help.  Then, looks at me anxiously and asks me, my voice full of uncertainty...

"Louis, I'm begging you... Please tell me what we can do. We can't let Rem die."

"I will find the person responsible and defeat him. It's the only way"

"The only way...?  So who is this person and where can we find him?  And how do you plan to defeat him?  I apologize for all the questions, but I need to know so I can help.  It’s the only way to save Rem, right?”

“It’s a Mabeast.”  I declare.

Mabeast or demonic beasts are aptly named monsters that have caused many disasters in the past.  Their creator is none other than the witch of gluttony: Daphne.  If someone can control them, then I have to act quickly, before things get out of hand.

"A Mabeast?  Like a beast from the Mabeast Forest?  A ​​dangerous beast?"

Absolutely.

"But why do you say it's responsible for Rem's curse?  Don't tell me that thing attacked Rem and the others and infected them with its poison!"

She stares at me with desperation, hoping I have an idea on how to stop this monster and cure Rem, my voice full of worry.  Don't worry, I'll tell you!

"Killing him is the only way. Normally we would have to deal with the problem at the source, which is what I did for the children and me. Alas... I would have discovered Rem's problem too late. Protect her!"

It is unknown whether other enemies may come and take advantage of this.

"Protect Rem... But how?  I'm not a warrior!  I can't fight a monster like that, not without help.  But if you say it's the only way, then I guess I'll  have to try.  Where can I find this Mabeast?  And do you have any idea how to cure Rem and stop the poison from spreading?  I'm afraid more people will be hurt if we don't stop this soon...  "

No Emilia, you are not going to do that.

"You're not going to do it. I'll take care of everything myself."  I insist.

And then, since I threatened Roswaal as well as my fight against Elsa, Reinhard's remark always crosses my mind.

"Louis-san... You don't need to hold back when it comes to fighting people like her. It is true that as knights of the kingdom, we must always show mercy, but some  people cannot be reasoned with."

That's why, as a former hero and because I don't like to leave people without doing anything, I decide to solve this problem.  However, Emilia objects.

"L-Louis, you can't do it alone!  Fighting a Mabeast is too dangerous!  You told me yourself that Rem doesn't have much time left.  Don't tell me you want to do this all  alone! I can't let you face all this danger alone..."

"Emilia, I can.  And the more time we waste talking, the more Rem's life is dying.  Unless you come with me, I decide to go alone."

"T-To face a Mabeast...alone?  But that's definitely suicide!  Louis, I can't let you go alone... Even if it means risking my life, I'm coming with you!  We won't  We can't stand by and let Rem suffer.  Maybe I can be of help to you, even though I'm not a warrior.  Maybe I can use my magic to help you!  Or maybe I can  talk to the Mabeast and try to reason with him, if such a thing is possible.  Please, Louis, let me help you!”

"Sorry but I refuse.  Don't worry about me.  I can do it.  My speed and my Jiwald spells will solve the problem.  You are too important in the selection to sacrifice yourself for nothing!"

With a desperate expression on her face, she stares at me before realizing that she couldn't persuade him to change his mind.  Suddenly, an idea comes to his mind.

"...Okay, I understand. If I can't go with you, could you at least promise me one thing?"

"I'm listening to you"

"Please be very careful. And take this with you."

She takes a pendant out of my pocket and gives it to me.

"It's a poison protection charm. I hope it helps protect you from the Mabeast's bite. Do your best to return safely, Louis. And protect Rem, no matter what. J  'hope we see each other again soon.'

I look at Emilia one last time as I leave the room.  She looks worried sick, but can't do anything else at this point.  I plan to come back.  For that, I put on the protective charm, I smile with confidence before leaving to defeat this enemy.