-RESUME-

"The bizarre adventures of mine continues as I live and breathe another day..."

Being grateful for the time,

Rem wanted to tell me a story, a sad one, filled with neglect and loss of love. But, most of all...Failure. In being who they aren't supposed to be.

Rem: Jiro?!

-Grinning from ear to ear, it was wonderful to hear that angelic voice again, such innocence...and to make this conversation even better, dorky Nat ran off to do gods knows what-

Jiro: Morning, Rem?! Did you sleep well?

Rem: Certainly superb, since I've been up majority of last night...after...what happened? How are you feeling exactly?

Jiro: Hmm, well checking out my right ankle, it looks pretty nasty...a ton of dog bites, gushing red, and can see multiple shades of colors...Black, Purple, Blue, Red...you name it!

Rem: Aren't you a bit worried, Jiro?

Jiro: What's there to be worried about? <chuckles> You're here, aren't you?

Rem: I guess...but I would expect you to be---less enthusiastic about this, you know.

Jiro: I see your point, but remaining optimistic is my sort of thing...this... <lifting up his bandaged foot> is nothing more than a crutch...no one is gonna stop me...

-I spoke with great conviction that very moment, because my positivity topples the aspects of any obstacles I faced...-

Rem: Not like I could disagree with you... <gripping my hand softly> but, to tell you the truth. You. Made. Me. Scared.

Jiro: Woah, seriously? Sorry, if I made you feel afraid...

Rem: Who says I'm "afraid"...

Jiro: Umm... <facepalms himself> poor choice of words, baka! Sorry.

Rem: (Giggles) You don't need to apologize all the time, Jiro! I'm the one who should be...

Jiro: A beauty like you shouldn't have to, and besides it was my duty to keep you---safe.

Rem: Duty? Are you a knight now? Sir Knight Ren <jokingly responding>

Jiro: Hehe, wouldn't mind being a knight? But, my pride gets in the way of thinking...

Rem: True, but there's something only few men possess...a gentle heart.

-Freezing for a second, those words...-

Rem: Hey, Jiro? Are you alright---

Jiro: Y-Yeah...it's just...you reminded me of someone I love.

Rem: (Saddened) Oh...

Jiro: (Perceptive) Oh, she's not dead...XD she's too damn feisty to die easily.

Rem: Whom do you speak of, Jiro?

Jiro: My---little sister, Felt! An absolutely devil inside...but a cutie nonetheless. Don't tell her I said that, though?! She'll kill me...

Rem: I don't know this "Felt" you speak of, but she sure sounds terrifying.

Jiro: A true predator of the night and day...she lurks around with razor sharp claws and fangs longer than my di---

Rem: That's when I'm gonna stop you there, Jiro... <smiling>

Jiro: is there something you wanna talk about, Rem?

Rem: Yes...and this is actually about myself

Jiro: What do you mean?

Rem: All of us start our origins from somewhere, correct?

Jiro: Of course, and proceeding that we all continue our stories...further on...

Rem: My origins is tied with Ram...my older sister. I am speaking about my story.

Jiro: Go on, I'm listening...

Rem: What do you know about demons, Jiro?

-Reflecting the questions she just asked awhile back, the word "demons" can't stop bothering me...-

Jiro: Well, <clapping his hands together> Rem? Demons are distinctive species to humans. We depict them mostly as scary, cold-hearted villains...

Rem: (Disappointed) Oh....

Jiro: But---in this world, who cares about being born as "bad"?  That's not what I see, I think people can change for the better, and the choices they make defines them. And Even...if you are a demon, Rem! You're still my friend...<smiling as he rubs her hand>

-Seeing the shock in her eyes, Rem was speechless...-

Rem: You really are nice guy, Jiro...

Jiro: I wouldn't conclude myself to be the "nice" one...I've made mistakes in the past...

-Taking in both of my hands, I look up at Rem to see her frown-

Rem: So...have I?

Jiro: I understand if you don't want---to share your---story.

Rem: I want to---Jiro. My story should be told...

Jiro: (Nods) Alright...well, umm let me get set up first. My back aches...ouch <trying to get the strain/knot off his back>

Rem: Here...allow me. <pushing the pillow up>

-I lean back down, fatigued and in agony. But, hiding this expression from her...I drew out a smile-

Jiro: (Smiling) I'm ready, Rem!

Rem: Hmm, I guess every story starts with one's birth, huh?

Jiro: (Nodding his head yes)

Rem: Once, long ago, there came a time were demons existed---an entire demon village.

IN THE COURSE OF TIME....

Expressing her feelings about how the "taboo" affected the people...the demon chief permitted the lives of Ram and Rem...because one of them possessed great power since birth. Her older sister. To my surprise, I couldn't understand what she meant by Ram being far superior in strength even though she didn't obtain a "horn"...which allows the demon to tap into their source of power. Thats when I realize how wrong I was...because she explained to me how weak and powerless she felt, once Ram's horn was taken from her...the Witch's Cult...they were the one's involved for killing their parents (whom never treated Rem fairly, forgetting that she even existed). Ending with how Rem met Lord Roswaal and another maid during that time who worked at the mansion, she was consumed by the fear of failure that...she wouldn't lose her persistence during work. Now, I can finally understand...

Jiro: (Dumbfounded) So---that explains why you continue to work harder than Ram...she was the prodigy during your tough childhood...while you felt helpless for not obtaining a horn until much later on.

Rem: Yes... <crying> But, I wish it was me who lost the "horn" that night...Ram was destined for greatness until it was taken from her.

Jiro: Well, everyone loses something in life...something dear, and precious to them. But, doesn't mean it should "cripple" us from being who we are on the inside.

Rem: How are you so certain that I can change?

Jiro: (leaning forward) Hmm, I guess...you can say I have a firm belief that once a terrible moment has occurred in someone's life, they go through the greatest change. <pointing at himself> Look at me, I was alone in the "world" for majority of my life, but finding out what I needed to be happy, there you stood...as my friend. I always wanted to have friends, hell...I was even made fun of and bullied for a time, but no one knew that I was hurting inside. So--what I'm trying to say is...don't be afraid to become someone you're meant to be, it doesn't matter what others think...about you...because in the end, you're just Rem...

Rem: So---are you assuming I should be myself?

Jiro: Of course, silly...

Rem: But, what if people start judging me for being slothful?

Jiro: Well, in my opinion...the only one who is allowed to judge you is yourself, Rem. So, do you want to live the rest of your life with regrets, and full of sadness or stop comparing yourself, to Ram. It might be true that you're her twin sister and identical in many ways, but there are somethings Ram doesn't have...

Rem: What do I have that Ram doesn't?

-Scratching my hair, nervously, she gave me curious look...staring down to her...Rem could only giggle and mock me for my rudeness-

Jiro: (Trying not to stare at her chest) Umm---

Rem: (Giggling) Hmph, haha...it's my breast, isn't it? That's what you going for?

-Anime nosebleed-

Jiro: Umm---no---no, I was going for that you have a strong arms.

Rem: (Disbelief) Uh--huh...pervert.

Jiro: Gosh, why does everyone keep calling me a pervert?

Rem: Maybe, because you rudely stare at other women... <slightly jealous>

Jiro: True---but---umm---I <in defeat after her statement, he looks down> I guess you won, Rem. Got me...

-Suggesting that I should stop talking, the girl who cares so much about me crawled forward to the bed and for the first time ever, kisses me on the forehead.-

Rem: Stop worrying about it, Jiro...I'm just glad you were willing to give me positive feedback. My life would've been forfeit if we never met... <gratefully smiling>

-Speechless by the kiss she just gave me, my face became red of embarrassment which made me hide under the bedsheets-

Rem: Thank you---Ren Jiro. For everything...

-Smiling past the sheets, Rem squeezed my hand and left the room...leaving me to my thoughts-

Jiro: (Whispers) Am I in love---with---Rem?

TIMESKIP- A WEEK LATER...

Taking about an entire week to heal, Rem or Ram would come inside to chat with me and rewrap my sprained ankle...I couldn't really walk without help, but occasionally Emilia or Subaru would support me...especially to the dining room. I don't like to be alone but today, marks the day Emilia goes to the royal selection at the capital. Eavesdropping on the conversation between her and Subaru in the next room, I heard that he wasn't allowed to come...limping over in pain to check outside the window...there was a "cute cat girl?" and an old man...looks to be a butler of some kind. Perceiving that Subaru wanted to follow after Emilia into the capital, he asked for a favor. Nodding, he was actually permitted by  Lord Roswaal. Whom will be going as well, but the curious action he has taken was leaving me a walking cane...a family heirloom passed down by one of his great-grandfathers. The handle was silver, elegant, and appeasing to see...while the stick was charcoal black...looking rusty and deteriorating, I took it as a gift for the ankle support. Watching them depart, Rem left but leaving only Ram in the mansion...I didn't plan on doing nothing for this month. So, taking ahold of a white cloak in the closet, Lord Roswaal left a letter inside the sleeves of my white suit...it looks pretty damn sexy. Reading the note, he just told me..."Dress to Impress, Mr. Ren". Feeling my leg shake, I said "Screw Health".

Jiro: I need to get out of here.

-Limping over to the door, I swung it open to appear with a tray of food, particularly soup/noodles-

Ram: Oh! Jiro! I did not expect you to be out of bed this early? Why are you up?

Jiro: Umm---just stretching my legs, nice morning, don't you agree Ram?

Ram: Absolutely, but there is much work for me to do...and I will be quite busy. If I might ask, what do you plan on doing today?

Jiro: I'm gonna visit an old friend...

Ram: (Comprehending) Subaru, I could imagine. He just left 30 minutes ago.

Jiro: Umm--yeah!

Ram: Well, not like I could stop you.

Jiro: Really?

Ram: Certainly, my duty is just to keep you safe. And seeing as you're doing somewhat fine, there's no point in preventing you from leaving...

Jiro: You're the best, Ram! <lifts her up and hugs her>

Ram: Please, Jiro. The Sirloin soup might get cold, eat first and regain your strength.

Jiro: Aye...Thank you, Ram

Ram: My pleasure, Jiro...but I was also tasked to give you this--- <handing over the cane>

Jiro: My! That looks beautiful...

Ram: Like me...

Jiro: Hmm, I suppose...

Ram: (Angry) What's that supposed to mean?

Jiro: (Scared) Umm-NOTHING! You're the prettiest girl besides Rem.

Ram: I don't know whether I should feel offended for being compared to my little sister, but alright. Anyways, Lord Roswaal wanted you to have this cane...this was given by one of his grand-fathers...He said " May it serve you well, Jiro".

-Handing it over to me, I graciously accept this token of honor-

Jiro: Is there nothing you can't do, Ram? <smiling>

Ram: I don't know...I'll just have to find out... <thinking> But, there's one thing...that's stealing your heart.

Jiro: Well, I should get going... <limping through the hall with the bowl of soup>

Ram: WAIT?!

Jiro: What is it, Ram? <smiling>

Ram: Your "friend"...the dragon rider is awaiting for you outside...with a carriage.

Jiro: BOSEMAN?!

Ram: Hai. He said...that he owes you...and wondered if you would like to go to the capital? I'm sorry, Jiro---

Jiro: Sorry for what?

Ram: For---telling him yes. I already knew you were still badly injured but I wanted you---to keep an eye of my sister for me...please.

Jiro: (Walking up to her) I'll watch out for her, until then...this is farewell...Ram <holding onto her hand, I gently kissed it>

Ram: (Blushing) Whatever you dweeb, just get out before I get annoyed...

Jiro: Alright <chuckles> I'm going...

-Limping out to the main exit, she calls out to me one last time-

Ram: Goodbye, Ren Jiro...we'll meet again.

Jiro: (Smirks) We sure will, be safe Ram...thank you...for taking care of me.

-Pushing the door aside, the sunlight blocked my eyesight but peering through, there was Boseman...leaning against the wagon-

Boseman: Look who's finally awake, and damn you look terrible.

Jiro: I could say the same for you <motivating him to shave that nasty chin hair>

Boseman: Whatever you say kid, but I'm feeling sexy today...

Jiro: Of course you would...

Boseman: But, I'm not here to bicker like a sassy child, I am here to ask you whether you would like to come with me to the capital?

Jiro: Yeah...I'm ready...<awed to find Yui still alive and recovered> Such a beauty...aren't you girl? <Stroking her feathers and belly, she seemed happy to see me>

Boseman: Well, then...hop on kid...this is gonna take a while.

-Jumping onto the back wagon, he initiated Yui to run-

Boseman: Yah!

TIMESKIP- A DAY LATER...

After we reached the beautiful capital, the shining road appeared even brighter than last time. Many cargo wagons came across, they must be holding a festival in celebration. Appreciative of Boseman, he told me this is our stop...he's willing to escort me once my job is finished and told me to come by his stable shop where he runs part of the business for traveling. Grateful. I took ahold of his hand, making this an official departure for awhile.

Jiro: You take good care you arrogant bastard!

Boseman: Calling me "arrogant"...hah...I'm not the one torn up by Mabeast, Jiro!

Jiro: True...but you're still a bastard nonetheless...

Boseman: Of course I am <smiling> but if you don't mind...I need a drink, young man. Come back until you're old enough to drink...oh wait, that's in four years...haha!

Jiro: Screw you!

Boseman: See ya later, Jiro!

Jiro: Goodbye, Stranger!

-Rubbing Yui, she pranced forward to rest in the stable as Boseman and I separated into the city...and feeling tired, I took a break next to a familiar market-

Jiro: Man...my ankle straight up killing me, I need some sleep...damn.

-Checking around the city, I found out there was a lumbering shadow behind me...turning around lied a stranger-

Jiro: Wow, didn't expect to come across this place again...feels like ages ago since I first stepped on the capital. Amazing.

???: Hey, kid...wanna buy some app---IT'S YOU! HAHA! MY BOY!

Jiro: (Confused) Do I know you?

???: Ouch! Now, I'm hurt...don't you remember me?

Jiro: No...sorry. I can't quite memorize things all that well, especially the important parts.

???: I guess, but it still hurts you could forget so easily.

-Having a bad headache, I accidentally dropped my walking stick which made me collapse onto the brick tiles-

???: Hey, kiddo! Are you alright?

Jiro: Yeah...just feeling terrible. Sick. Possibly.

???: Hope it's not contagious, but here...lemme help you up. <wrapping my arm over his neck>

-He begun lifting me off the ground until I was at my feet, shaking with the right leg. The guy reached over to hand me the cane-

Jiro: Thanks---I appreciate it.

???: Don't mention it, kiddo!

Jiro: Damn... <experiencing the aching pain of my sprained ankle>

???: That does look nasty, but here...allow me.

-Peering around the cabinets underneath the market he held, the guy pulled out bandages to brace around my ankle-

???: This should do...there! Good as new!

-Noticing it got much tighter than usual, I was truly grateful for his help-

Jiro: Thanks again---Mister.

???: Mister...huh...MY BOY. The name is KODAK BLAC--...Kadomon

Jiro: Yeah, figured...wait...you're that appa guy. NOW, I REMEMBER!

Kadomon: Yep, and to tell you the truth, business has been slowing down lately!

Jiro: Why is that?

Kadomon: Oh, something to do with the other kingdoms...they brought in supplies and accessories to outshine my appa market. Usually food, but to my surprise...fireworks and rare technological stuff?! I think?! What are you up to, boy?

Jiro: I'm just trying to find an old friend, you know. Someone who's gotten busy...

Kadomon: What? Is it that friend of yours, Su---Su---Soup?

Jiro: (laughs) Close...his name is Subaru. And he's somewhere around town.

Kadomon: AH?! Well good luck, on your search. Let me know if you ever needed help, be careful in the streets you hear?!

Jiro: Aye, the same goes for you. Have a good rest of your day, sir.

-Limping away to the same alleyway, Subaru got jumped...this does bring back memories...obviously not good ones, but interesting ones too-

???: Heehee, give me what you got in that purse lady?

???: Gosh, look at her...a real spice...and nothing but nice. <staring at the coconuts>

???: I couldn't agree more---maybe we should have some fun! Right, lady?!

???: Why don't you leave me alone before I---

Jiro: Excuse me, why are you three dorks doing?

???: Ah shit, it's him...

Jiro: Oh! If it isn't bowl cut boy, chain choker, and the big friendly idiot...what do I owe the pleasure?

Ton: Pleasure? The pleasure was about to happen before you intervened.

Chin: Yeah, scram before we beat your stupid ass.

Bang?: Run along now, Tiny Tim...we'll cripple far worse than you'd expect.

-Walking with my cane, I kept impacting the ground...making a clink to the movement. As I approached in between them and the pretty lady behind me, the thugs took out their weapons-

Jiro: I warn you this once, leave now...and I promise to spare your lives...

Ton: (Snark) HAH, DON'T MAKE ME LAUGH...it's 3 against 2...

Chin: You said 2...I would barely call it 2 since he's a fucking crippled bastard.

Kan: You're right...he's just stalling for one of buddies to show up. Let's gut them right now before "he" appears again.

Jiro: He??? Do you mean Natsuki?

Ton: Umm, yeah...I guess...what did he say his name was?

Chin: I don't know and who cares...

Kan: Let's just get this over with...no hurt feelings? <taking out a mace>

Jiro: Yeah---umm...Bang...no hurt feelings. But, I must admit, you guys have balls...

-Unsheathing the handle of my ebony sword, the hint of light shining barely blinds them...causing them to panic.-

Chin: Oh shit! This guy is bad news...

Ton: I can't fucking see...damn the gods...

Kan: You'll pay for this...one day...boy.

-Sheathing the delicate blade, the hoodlums left our sight and I turned around to spot a peculiar rich girl waving a fan in her face, covering the identity-

Jiro: You're safe now, miss...Continue about your day...

???: You big buffoon, those guys weren't a challenge...maybe for you <checking out my right leg> but for me, they wouldn't last a second...I needed some amusement after all...which became a disappointment since you showed up.

Jiro: (Confused) What?

???: You heard me, handsome...don't make a beautiful girl repeat herself.

Jiro: I would hardly call you beaut---ummm... <scratching his head>

-The mystery girl finally revealed herself to me, and to be honest...she even made me second guess myself based on what I said...she was truly a work of art...as pretty as a picture.-

???: You were saying?! BOY!

Jiro: Ummm--- <gulps> WOW....

???: "Wow" that is...damn...I can't believe I was saved by a crippling boy.

Jiro: Why does everyone think I'm weak?

???: Well, sensing the magic capabilities inside you, I'd rather say it's unpredictable or perhaps disappointing like the girls you meet...

Jiro: What are you saying, that you're the only pretty girl around Lugnica?! oh please! <waves his hand in refusal>

???: UGH! HOW DARE YOU, CALLING ME UGLY NOW IS IT?! HMPH <crossing her arms>

-Feeling bad for at least remarking her ugly, how am I supposed to know what's going through a woman's head. She's probably planning out multiple ways to kill me.-

Jiro: Look---umm---gorgeous---I'm sorry if I offended you---today's been rough for me lately---especially last night.

???: I could see that---

Jiro: Well, as you "could see", I'm in quite a hurry...and need to be going soon. My friend is expecting me there <lied>

???: Oh really... <wavering the fan around> where might you be heading, boy?

Jiro: The Palace...

???: Hah, the Palace...how ridiculous? A peasant like yourself--- <glances at me> you could barely even make it past the front gate...

-Examining my attire, the whole white suit with gold outlining and black greaves, do I truly look like a homeless person?-

Jiro: Okay... <confused> well, you haven't known me for that long, good-looking...my name is Ren Jiro...and I'm more of an optimist...

???: Hmm, curious...that is nice but very weird to say during an introduction. An "optimist" you say, <wavering the fan> interesting...

Jiro: (Sarcastic) Yeah, very "interesting" indeed, bimbo.

???: Ugh, the nerve of men...you are the first to ever say such rude things to me...no wonder why you're single...Jiro. You'll never get a girl that way, if you keep acting like an ass.

Jiro: I truly could care less about what the world thinks of me, including someone like you for an example. Rich or poor, it doesn't matter to me...you're only human.

???: Kind of a presumptuous statement, but that is definitive. I "like" you, Jiro...you're much different than any ordinary man. I grow quite fond of you...especially a cute boy...

Jiro: Umm- thanks I guess... <nervous> what is your name anyways?

???: Finally, asking a woman for her name...there's hope for you yet. My name is Priscilla Barielle.

Jiro: Unique name, your parents named you well...it seems. Well, Priscilla...it was nice meeting you for the first time. Til we cross paths again, don't bother talking..just ignore me... <holding out his hand, she refused to accept, slapping it away with the fan> Ouch!

Priscilla: Aren't you willing to seek a proper reward?

Jiro: A 'proper' reward, what do you mean? Why would I accept something from an ingrate?

Priscilla: Well, you never know till you find out? Right? This is a graceful chance to prove something to me...

Jiro: To prove what...

Priscilla: You'll see in due time...but are you willing to accept my offer or not?

Jiro: Fine...make it quick. I don't have all day, you know.

Priscilla: (Calm) Okay, close your eyes...

Jiro: Alright?! <chuckles> better not be embarrassing. <closing his eyes>

Priscilla: Quite the contrary...keep them shut...

Jiro: Okay...what now?

Priscilla: Now! We get to the fun part... <devilish smirk>

Jiro: That is---mmmpfh. <face going completely red, steam entered out my ears>

-Caught by surprise, the woman I just saved...actually forced herself on me, taking my "first, official kiss" she was bold enough to do something, being 18 and all...while I'm still underaged. But, I couldn't help feel the need to kiss back...so I did. Pressing against those soft lips, Priscilla was pretty good at this, and even made it more sultry than ever...connecting her tongue to my lips for entry, I wasn't expecting this...to be so...sexual...but I humbly accepted her. While she wrapped hers around mine, I became overwhelmed with lustful desires and dared to push her against the wall. Staying in between her legs, I raised her up, and gently kissed her neck.-

Priscilla: What a shining knight you are, Ren Jiro? To do this...in public...how would your friends feel?

-Holding onto her hips, I was reminded what I tasked myself to do...and that was not to hook up with a busty girl, my job was plain and simple...to make sure Subaru isn't doing anything outrageously stupid. So, letting her go, Priscilla was disappointed but not for the kiss...or my actions...but that it sadly ended-

Priscilla: (Swiping her lips with a finger) I must say, you are talented in other aspects, boy. And to think that I make-out with a stranger was bold, is---very---very entertaining. What would you say? Want more <smirking at me> handsome?

-Watching the red-head lick her lips in desire of me, I shook my head "No"...what it's not like I didn't enjoy it...but we had to stop before this got out-of-hand-

Jiro: No...gorgeous...I had enough... <wiping his lipstick stains from him>

Priscilla: (Giggles) Well, please...ask anytime...we could resume...whenever you deem necessary...before I get married...

Jiro: (Blushing) Married?!

Priscilla: And here I thought you were Mr. Optimistic...of course, I'm planning on getting married dolt! It's my duty once I get the throne...have you ever heard of my family?

Jiro: No... I'm completely lost...when you said "dolt".

Priscilla: Ugh! Never mind then... <lifting her dress to walk up the steps> shall we go?

Jiro: WE?

Priscilla: Well, didn't you want to enter the palace...this could be your only opportunity...and seeing as I'm forgiving and charitable towards those of my "associates", allow me to return the favor.

Jiro: And here I thought, the offer was just the kiss... That seemed like more than a favor to me...

Priscilla: Gosh, you and your stupid pride...that's gonna get you killed someday...mark my words.

Jiro: Already has, <smiling> but, I gracefully accept Priscilla.

Priscilla: Hmph, alright. Follow me...unless you're too weak to move anymore, I know someone who could carry a big wuss like you around the capital.

- Nodding in disagreement, I limp/walk over to follow the girl. Trying not to be perverted in anyway, I look at something as...possibly the ground. Finding out that she noticed me staring at her bosom, Priscilla grins at me in delight-

Priscilla: Aww, poor baby...always wants something more than he's given...unfortunately you can't have it... <mockingly sticks out her tongue at me>

Jiro: Whatever! Not like I cared, huh?!

Priscilla: "Whatever" you say, Ren Jiro. But, the eyes don't lie...especially after seeing you blush like that, sends chills down my, ahem <staring at her rear>

Jiro: Why did the gods have to send me a "seductress"? Why?

Priscilla: Possibly because I'm too damn sexy to resist! <giggles>

Jiro: (Sarcastic) OF COURSE, YOU ARE...PRISCILLA. WHO WOULD DARE RESIST A HAG LIKE YOU?!

Priscilla: Another insolent comment, Jiro...you should count lucky I'm not your Queen yet...otherwise---

Jiro: Otherwise, I would've hanged myself and be done with it. I'd probably tie my own noose before you do it for me.

Priscilla: Yikes...you really think that harsh of me...

Jiro: Sort of... <cheeky smile> but, you seem cool enough for me...

Priscilla: Cool?! Well, I'm amazed...that a boy such as yourself is interested in me...

Jiro: (Shrugs) What can I say, I love red-heads?!

TIMESKIP-INSIDE THE WAGON/ALMOST TO THE PALACE

During the time we spent inside the wagon, Priscilla began asking me numerous questions along the way, and ended with a serious one---

Priscilla: (Bold) Do you have a love interest? And if so--is it a girl? Or a Boy?

Jiro: Umm---that's kinda of a hard to answer.

Priscilla: What? How is that a difficult question, I only asked do you like boys or girls?

Jiro: A girl...

Priscilla: Oh yeah and who might she be--- <jealousy intensified>

Jiro: Someone of lower-class like myself. She's as tough as nails, works hard, and very beautiful...

Priscilla: Sounds like me---

Jiro: Well, if you considered a career as a maid, then I wouldn't mind...

Priscilla: (Sly) Are you saying that you'll like seeing me in a maid outfit, Jiro?

Jiro: (Nervous) Umm---yeah why not? You're gorgeous, don't you agree?

Priscilla: Certainly, but one things for sure...you are a pervert nonetheless <smirking> and I don't mind...finding myself a cute boy interested in me.

Jiro: I have nothing left to say or even defend myself at that...you won this round, Pri.

Priscilla: Nicknames already, My! My! <wavering the fan>

???: My lady, we have arrived...

Priscilla: Good...well then, Jiro. This has been fun...

Jiro: Aye, it has... <saddened>

-While I was kind of sad the chat was over, Priscilla just smiled and gave a kind gesture or remark perhaps for me-

Priscilla: I hope the girl you've been searching for, loves you back...Ren Jiro...Good luck. I wish you well...<frowning>

-The red-head got out of the carriage and emerged into the palace grounds...reaching the main courtyard...where all the knights were? Amazing that there are this many.-

???: My goodness, Ms. Emilia. You look absolutely beautiful still, even after the previous encounter.

-Listening to the sound of a smug asshole, I walked over to find out-

Emilia: It is a pleasure to see you after all this time, Julius.

Julius: The pleasure is all mine, Ms. Emilia... <trying to go for a kiss on the hand>

-I noticed Subaru was jealous and intervened...what can I say? I'm his wingman...so I went forward in between the two and fell down...still keeping the magic cloak on, no one knew who I was...-

Julius: And who might this idiot be exactly?

Jiro: Oh! Just a rigid, old caravan employer, sir...My apologies for cutting through. I am in much hurry... <forcing himself to walk away without the cain>

-Figuring out the bells rung, the dickhead had to leave and enter the palace now, so...I hope you're happy Subaru...you owe me.-

Julius: I must ask forgiveness, My Lady...I must be going now...the bells have rung.

Subaru; Yes, you should be going now..BYE!

Emilia: Agreed...I'll see you inside.

Julius: Yes...see you soon.

-Running inside, Julius was nowhere to be found...leaving the two of my friends to chat-

Emilia: I want you to remain at this door, understand?

Subaru: Of course!

Emilia: Promise me, you won't do anything rash. Please, Subaru!

Subaru: I won't...I promise...

Emilia: Good...wish me luck...

Subaru: I wish the best...you'll do great...kick some ass.

-Passing through the main door into the throne room, Subaru was panicking and knowing him for so many years. He had something planned...-

Subaru: I need to find a way through but how... <finding out Priscilla was there, soon about to enter> excuse me, miss...could you help me?

Priscilla: (Hesitant) I suppose, what do you request of me?

Subaru: An entry?

Priscilla: An entry? For what reason?

Subaru: The same reason as you...to find my friend, Emilia...

Jiro: (Whispers to himself) Dumbass, why would you tell the bimbo that? Now, she's gonna bring you inside for sure.

Priscilla: Why didn't you say so? Umm--

Subaru: Natsuki Subaru?!

Priscilla: Subaru?! Yes! I will help you!

Subaru: Thank you---I'm in your debt...

Priscilla: Shall we go?

Subaru: Yes, we shall?

-Sitting on the bench, I couldn't help but look up to my surprise...seeing Priscilla holding onto Subaru as if he was some man whore for her pissed me off...not like I was jealous or anything... <paranoid> or am I? But, at least her cleavage wasn't showing...I guess...and pressing against him too hard-

Guard #1: You may pass, Lady Barielle...but he can't.

Priscilla: Why not?

Guard #1: He's a stranger and I can't qualify entry for this man...there are strict rules---

Priscilla: Strict rules, frick the rules...stick the rules up your ass and let my manservant through or else...

-Sending fear into the man, he didn't test the ferocious woman...and allowed them to enter-

Priscilla: Thank you--- <walking past the door>

Guard #2: (Closed it) What a scary woman?!

Guard #1: You ask me....she looked like she planned to eat someone's liver out.

-Discussing between them about what happened, this was my perfect chance to enter the throne room, so I gradually paced through until I felt one guard tug on my hood, revealing myself-

Guard #1: And where do you think you might be going, dipshit?

Jiro: (Lying) Umm---the bathroom <cheeky smile>

Guard #2: Yeah, right...get out of here before I call the guards...

Guard #1: You idiot! We are the guards....

Guard #2: Oh yeah...I forgot...well kid, you still aren't allowed in.

Jiro: Aww...phooey, that's not fair <crossing his arms and pout>

Guard #1: How old are you kid, 5? Go cry me a river and I might let you in..

-Grunting in anger, I stomped my feet and ran off to sit down on the bench as I watch the people enter the throne room, mostly late noblemen looking for a reason to find themselves important-

Guard #2: Hahaha, good one <lifting his hand for a high-five until he is denied>

Guard #1: Shut up, will you?

TIMESKIP-15 MINUTES...

I took a little nap before someone was able to tap my face, poking me annoyingly, I became angry, especially after ruining my beauty sleep...waking up, my eyes were slightly blurry and my head a little hazy but I was willing to stand and confront the asshole who did that. Thinking it was the guards. I found out it was someone I've known for my entire life...

???: OUCH! LET GO OF ME, YOU SICK BASTARD...DON'T MAKE ME FILE A SEXUAL HARASSMENT REPORT?!

-Letting go of the girl, she had a squeaky voice-

Jiro: Do I know you?

???: Unlikely, but what does it matter to you?

Jiro: What does it matter? I get to miss out on Reinhard and Subaru claiming who should be the rightful candidate...my money is on sweet 'ol Priscilla...What a beautiful woman <laughing> but yeah, now I ask you...why does it matter for you, pipsqueak---<pausing>

???: (Smirking) Did you say, Reinhard and Subaru? ---Big Brother

-I recognize that voice, that sweet, kind, irritating voice I loved and hated so much...causing tears to pile on me, I got on my knees and gripped her dress/leaving tear stains on it-

Jiro: Felt---

Felt: The one and only...now will you please stop wiping snot all over my exquisite dress...

-Laughing at her joke, she gave me a curious look as if I went absolutely crazy-

Felt: Are you sure, your my older brother?

Jiro: Come on, our blood flows through our veins, baby sis.

Felt: I---GUESS <shrieks in surprise>

Jiro: (Hugging her) I missed you...so much...Felt. I kept dreaming every night that this day would come...

Felt: (Stroking my hair) I know---life must've been hard after separating from me...I can see that you've been hurt.

Jiro: At least you didn't say crippled, or we would have problems, missy?

Felt: Hey, Jiro...

Jiro: Yes, baby sis?!

Felt: Follow me...

-Getting off my knees, she lead the way to the main door while we trail the red carpet-

Jiro: You look---very beautiful, baby sis...you aren't possibly getting...

Felt: No...big brother...I'm not...

Jiro: Wow, that's a surprise!

Felt: What do you mean? I'm 15!

Jiro: Oops, must've forgot hehe...my bad?

Felt: Baka!

Jiro: Anyways, why are you here? If I may ask...

Felt: Watch and see...Jiro.

Jiro: Hai. <observing the halls where he once ran through>

Felt: First off, What are you doing here? Returning so early?

Jiro: Unfortunately I actually wanted to get in on the action, yeah...but these dweebs won't let me pass...

Felt: Allow me...

-Stomping her feet in front of the stiff guard, she brought his collar near his face with anger.-

Felt: AHEM! <attracting the man's gaze> What's your name?

Guard #1: It's----

Felt:I don't care---but what I do care about is why my big brother isn't allowed inside?

Guard #2: Well, "little" lady---he---

Felt: LITTLE LADY?! ARE YOU MAKING FUN OF MY SIZE?!

Guard #1: No, Miss...I'm just---

Felt: Stating that I'm short...GOT IT! How would you feel if the higher-ups found out you've been acting rude, especially towards "me"? I wonder what they'll do--- <evil grin>

Guard #2: UMM, I WOULDN'T WANNA FIND OUT EITHER!!! PLEASE, SIR...MISS...FORGIVE ME...I DIDN'T INTEND TO BE DISRESPECTFUL...PLEASE, PROCEED!!!

Felt: Let's go, big brother! We gotta a lot to talk about! Chop-Chop! <claps her hands together>

Jiro: I'm coming, little sis... <pausing to pat the frightened guard> I appreciate what you're doing, duty comes first, aye...but between us...keep it chill...alright? Be nicer?!

Guard #1: I will, my apologies...Mr. ???

Jiro: Ren... <smiling> I believe we shall meet once more, until then...go back to whatever you were doing...yeah...umm do your duty?!

Guard #1: Umm, thanks...sir.

Felt: Ugh, were you always a dweeb?

Jiro: Your Dweeb...baby sis!

Felt: Of course, oh how I've missed you...it was so grueling without someone to bother.

Jiro: I bet?! Well, don't you have somewhere to be?

Felt: Oh, right?! Escort me...

Jiro: But, aren't the girls---

Felt: Yeah, they're carrying my dress...but I need a man to escort me. More appropriate this way, don't you agree?

Jiro: I guess, anyways this might leave a good impression on your future husband. <elbowing her side>

Felt: Speak of him in public, and you will die...

Jiro: Fine...Jeez. Shall we resume?

Felt: We shall, brother... <smug>

Jiro: Hopefully I don't collapse...

Felt: Wait, why are you using a fucking cane for? Did you finally cripple yourself?

Jiro: It's good to see that you've finally gave a shit, No, I did not cripple myself. What Imbecile do you take me for?

Felt: The dumbest of the dumb...

Jiro: You little--- <seeing her glare with killing intent made me change> princess?!

Felt: Better... <smirks>

Jiro: <Thinking> One of these days, Felt...I swear! <imagining himself embarrassing his sibling in front of Reinhard>

-Proceeding to the main door into the throne room, we enter through together. Brother and Sister. What a rare sight?! But, the notion boggles my mind...Is this my sister's wedding?!-

Reinhard: The fifth contender, the final candidate mentioned in the prophecy has been located...the one I revere as queen...her name is Ms. Felt---

-Everyone in the throne room glanced back at us, in curiosity until one of them called me out-

Julius: WHO THE HELL IS HE?

-Appearing to be a complete stranger to those inside, I forgot I took off my magic cloak-

Reinhard: Felt's older brother?

???: Meow, older brother?

Reinhard: Ren---Jiro!

-Strolling through the delicate red carpet, Felt squeezed my hand nervously.-

Jiro: It's been a long time, old friend...

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