THIS MARKS THE FINAL EPISODE OF SEASON 1, THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO READ THIS STORY...BLESS YOUR HEART AND ENJOY!

From the slums of Lugnica---> to standing on top of the world. 

There was no greater experience...no greater journey, than the present.

Subaru will always be my hero...because he is the main protagonist! The moment we entered this world, there was no doubt in my mind, that he was special.

That is why...This became his story...A Story about Love & Friendship

But, who knows...how it will end...That's All This Story Is About!

TIMESKIP (TWO DAYS AFTER THE CONFESSION)

My brother, Subaru Natsuki...will forever be my "Hero". Heavily burdened to be tasked with the duties of saving the village and his lover, he sacrificed everything to get her...meeting alongside new friends. I came to admire them. Even, if we fought in different oppositions...we understood one another...and united. Breaking any ties to our countless battles, Crusche, Anastasia, and even my love...Priscilla gathered together to fight the calamity...The White Whale. Told by many companions of the army, this terror-stricken mammal destroyed the armies of men, for the expansion of four-hundred years...but by the end of all this, I vow to aid Subaru...no matter whom we face. Because, we are "Family", and there is nothing I would do for love. Saying farewell was difficult, especially after understanding Priscilla---could not go. Involved with serious issues happening within the Vollachia Empire. We beheld one last goodbye---a kiss. Expressing that this isn't farewell---my love doubted I would return. Claiming that she---was cursed. Was nonsense---in comparison to the will of survival. So, that is why---I gave her something truly special...my promise; seeing as this the first time, she wept for someone, I clasp her hand...and asked Al to take care of her while I'm gone...

Priscilla: (Heart-broken) Please---Jiro!!! <leaping into my waist as I caught her> Don't Leave...I beg of you.

-Gently carrying her, I spun her around as I adore her eyes-

Jiro: (Smiling) I won't die---my love! You have to remain faithful---until I return.

Priscilla: (Crying on my chest) But, how will I know that you will return?! You're facing the White Whale!

-Weeping, she left tear-stains on me/which I will never judge her-

Jiro: How about I make a promise, aye?!

Priscilla: (Wiping her tears) A Promise?!

Jiro: Hai, only meant for someone as beautiful and sweet as you, are you ready, my love?!

-Nodding in eagerness, I extend myself to get near the woman's ear, whispering an oath-

Jiro: (Loving) When I return, I give unto you...Priscilla Barielle. My Heart, Soul, And Life. I am Yours, For All Eternity.

-Sadly, drawing my head from "the Betrothed"...I was expecting her to take this sudden advancement of love harshly..until I realized...how much she cared for me-

Priscilla: YES! A THOUSAND BLOOMING PETALS, I ACCEPT!

-Trembling in excitement, Priscilla kicks out in gleeful manner...and professes her love...by a single kiss. Realizing the others were curious about what happened, there was no telling how our future may proceed, but there was no one I would rather give myself to, except "Her"-

Priscilla: Now, Go out and Kill that Demon! And I Swear, Ren Katsuki Jiro! If you die, in battle. Pray to the gods that they'll protect you...because there is no one in the heavens, willing to save a "hopeless" buffoon from the likes of me...

Jiro: (Laughing) I don't doubt it, Priscilla... <applying his nose against hers> I love you...

-As I gaze into her eyes, she quivered in regards to my confession...causing me to place her down. I began walking off towards my mount until I felt Priscilla fondle my shoulders before giving me another affectionate kiss on the left side of my face-

Priscilla: (Doting) I Love You, Too! <presenting a warm smile>

-I head toward my earth dragon...prior to taking one last glance at her. Gently comforting Priscilla with a smile, I intended to come back alive...and feeling the aches in my heart- I told the mount to advance forward. I did not wave goodbye or say farewell, because I had hope...that I, one day will see my beloved girl again-

TIMESKIP (TRAVELING THROUGHOUT THE NIGHT WE CAME ACROSS A GINORMOUS TREE) 

Crusche: We'll camp here tonight, my fellow knights. Who will accept first guard duty?! 

-Raising my hand along with Subaru & Rem...I tagged with them to ensure our safety-

Crusche: Good---every last soldier or mercenary should get some rest...we have no idea when the Demon Beast of The Mist will arrive...

-Walking off, I left my earth dragon near the other mounts as they proceed to eat/maintain their energy. Noticing an old man, who wielded six swords---I heard stories about him from the older comrades. But, whether or not those "rumors" were true, I caught up to him, offering him water to drink-

Jiro: Hold on guys, wait for me! Whew, they're fast---thirsty <shaking a satchel of water, the man took it as he drank before handing it over> Whom do I have the honor of speaking, sir?

???: Wilhelm van Astrea, the servant of Ms. Crusche Karsten...the leader of this operation. And you must be the "Lugnica" boy I overhear across the camp grounds. Correct?!

Jiro: Yes, that's me! <nervously scratching his back-head>

 Wilhelm: Hmm, why are up so late young man? Shouldn't you rest for battle?

Jiro: Supposedly, but I can't sleep...especially after, gathering information about this "Demon" you speak of---is the White Whale really that terrifying?

-Oddly giving me a ironic look in his eyes, he responded-

Wilhelm: One of the most fearsome creatures any man would ever cross...the beast killed an army once...long ago. <sharpening his blade, he stopped> I will bring an end to that creature, I'm sure of it... <confident>

-I laid down as he sat on the roots of the big tree, staring out into the stars, I expressed how lucky I was to be here-

Jiro: Beautiful night, don't you agree?

Wilhelm: (Nodding in agreement) Hmm---certainly.

-Watching the stars align, the light gleamed into my eyes, unable to take my sight off it once, a hovering flower landed on my nose, causing me to sneeze-

Jiro: Ah-choo! Ooo---the pollen. <picking up the yellow flower>

-I turn my attention over to the old man, and placed it gently on his lap. Seeing as he was hesitant to take such a delicate thing, he gracefully accepted-

Wilhelm: Tell me something, boy?!

Jiro: (Curious) What is it, Wil?

Wilhelm: (Respectful) Do you like flowers? 

-Humming to myself in question, I never really was involved with flowers or any natural life, my focus was mainly "household"-

Jiro: I wouldn't say---"No" because I accept the beauty of nature...but, to tell you a secret. I once gave a "flower"---a spider hibiscus to someone I love.

-In silence, the Old Fellow got up and stood in front of me. Smirking to hear "my answer" about "flowers", I was lying when I told you, that there's an awkward feeling between us men-

Wilhelm: A "Spider Hibiscus" You say?! 

Jiro: Yup, one of them was attached to a nearby cherry blossom tree. Very rare, and alluring. 

Wilhelm: And you handed it over to your "lover"???

Jiro: (Shy) Umm---yes. <rising up> Please, don't tell the other soldiers! They might presume I am less manly than expected...I have a soft spot---for these sort of things...what of it <shrugging>

Wilhelm: (Patting my shoulder) Your secret is safe with me...but I must say...catching a rare, beauty like Ms. Barielle is quite noteworthy. How did your relationship start? 

-Sitting on a root again, he rested his chin on a hand, in adoration-

Jiro: Well, <twiddling his fingers> We started off kinda rough at the beginning, since I was the one who rescued her?!

Wilhelm: "Rescued her"??? The Sun Princess!

Jiro: Yeah---from a gang of hooligans. They tried to "advance" themselves on her...but I know she could handle them by herself <chuckling>, and then afterwards we get into a---umm- <blushing> I shouldn't say such dirty things <looking away>

-The Old Swordsman shook his head as if he understood my situation-

Wilhelm: Ah---young love. I am indeed impressed, Mr. Lugnica. You must've taken a lot of courage to ask for her hand...

Jiro: "Hand"??? What makes you say that?! <terrified that he knew the truth

Wilhelm: Your eyes express the way, you feel...professing love...I was once like you a long, long time ago. 

Jiro: Really?! And to just point this out, are you a relative of Reinhard by any chance?!

Wilhelm: Yes...I am his grandfather.

Jiro: Ah---now, I can see why you look so "tough" in battle! You both carry the Warrior's spirit!

Wilhelm: (Chuckles) Agreed---but my "wife"... <turning sad> was beyond the imaginations of a Warrior. She was much more to me, than a Astrea...Theresa...loved to pick flowers and gaze at them... <slightly smiling> she never stopped loving the world around her. And yet---she was taken from me, before I had the chance to confess...how much I---

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-Getting closer to sit next to the poor, broken hearted man...I gently place a hand on his shoulder to comfort him-

Jiro: (Understanding) She would be proud, you came this far...to avenge her...and I, from my standpoint, saw something that your wife admired about you the moment we spoke.

Wilhelm: And, What would that be?

Jiro: (Smiling) Undying Love---

-Freezing in his place, he drew out a smile as we continue to laugh along---merry of the time we shared---it ended---when I heard a ferocious roar coming out of nowhere...finding him drawing out a sword, he carefully swung it-

Wilhelm: The Beast is Finally Here...Prepare yourself, Lugnica. We will slay the Demon and bring peace back to our beloved capital---and within me. It is time!

Jiro: Hai, I'm on it!

-Running out to meet up with the company, the roars became louder and louder as it came closer to us...finding myself in midst of the crossfire, the green beams of energy strikes the White Whale who was apparently behind...hearing Subaru calling out to me-

Subaru: COME AND GET US, YOU UGLY BRUTE! I'LL USE RETURN B---GAH! <clutching his heart>

-My brother attracted the Whale's attention of me and the company as it began chasing after Subaru again...-

Crusche: MEN! PREPARE FOR BATTLE! THE ENEMY IS NOT DAUNTING US ANY LONGER, <launching a projectile green attack toward it> FIRE!!!

AN HOUR LATER

Unleashing incredible power across the soldiers, it was detrimental terror. Messing with the people's psyche, it created panic in the men's spirit. Trying their best to control them, my body was affected but hardly, helping the best way I can...there was no point in gutting the damn creature with Mokkinbãdo because the Whale was flying? Amazed to see such a heavy, enormous mammal fly in the sky...this was no time to adore the beast. Watching Wilhelm van Astrea tear apart the enemy with his swords, he was absolutely incredible, courageous, and determined to kill the monster who murdered his dear wife. He was able to gouge out its left eye. Cheering him on, I lost inspiration once the man was swallowed by the Whale. Terrified, the Mabeast began echoing out noises which made the soldiers ears crumble, and create trauma...especially after seeing them bash their own heads in to make the pain stop. I held multiple men down as the healers did the best they can ensure the lives of their comrades was in safe hands...moments prior to the "Fog of Elimination, Subaru explained. The memory of the soldiers faded due to its extraordinary capabilities. To erase a man from existence is too far great a power to wield. Worried that more would be consumed by the fog, I drag a couple of them out, unfortunately too slow to save them all. I did the best I can...but at least, firing the cannon would do. Aiming it toward the Whale's head, I continuously fired upon the creature with magical projectile attacks. Scouring with anger, the fog was suited to covering every last inch of the Whale...wondering where it might be? I found it---

Mercenary: Where the Bastard fly off?! 

-Glancing up into the night sky, my jaw drops along with the other men. The Whale separated into three of itself.-

Jiro: (Stuttering) U-U-UP THERE! THE WHALE IS HEALING, SHOOT IT DOWN!

-Walking next to me, Crusche was still believing we could win this battle, and I agreed to. A strategic mind for these sort of tactics, the Whale was smart but not enough...it was still a dumb brute feeding on the fears of men...not for long it won't-

Jiro: We have to lure the Demon closer...I'm unable to strike from here.

Crusche: Agreed...My Divine Protection... <exhausted> Wind Indication can't reach it from that distance. 

-Gazing at the beast, I heard the sound of the earth dragon grumbling as it halts...staring at. Subaru, he had an ingenious plan-

Subaru: Crusche! I have an idea...

Crusche: I'm listening, Natsuki!!! Anything will help!

Subaru: Alright, see that one whale a-floating closest to the moon...

Crusche: Hai?! Do you suggest that's the real monster,

Subaru: Without a doubt! The coward is healing while we are stuck down here with the other two...We have an opportunity to bring it down...just 

Crusche: Are you sure, we could risk losing men?!

Subaru: I am certain, this will work?!

Crusche: (Unsure) What do you think, Jiro?! Will his plan work?!

-Trusting him with my life, I believe in Subaru-

Jiro: I do... <smiling> We can kill  that bastard, Nat! Lure it away,

Subaru: Thanks---Jiro! 

Jiro: Certainly...I never doubted you for a second...now go!

-Slapping Patrasche's ass to force the ground dragon to sprint, it bolted away with Rem as they came across the Flugel, they called it-

Crusche: I hope this plan of his works, otherwise we're done for...

Jiro: It will---I promise. I trust him completely.

TIMESKIP (AS THE SUN BEGAN RISE AGAIN)

Watching as the armies demoralize, Rem was able to give us a fighting chance as she past through the two dopplegangers, and launch a threatening ice shard toward the White Whale...angry...the roar could be heard for a mile away, until Subaru mocked the poor creature...using the favorite phrase "Return By---", the stupid mammal flew towards the two as they rode near the Flugel tree, still attempting to chase, Subaru got the Demon where he wanted him...screaming out to "cut" it. The substantial weight came down onto the White Whale, crushing the spine. Unable to move, the bastard began screaming, but that's what it deserves for the many centuries it terrorized the people. Gloriously witnessing one of the greatest moment in history, Wilhelm sliced the White Whale wildly to make it suffer, for the death of Theresa van Astrea...She was rightfully avenged in the honor of her beloved husband...

Wilhelm: This will be the last face you ever see before you die....abomination. Remember her name, THERESA VAN ASTREA! <raising his sword for a final time> Farewell....

-Dealing the Death Blow at the Demon of Beast of the Mist...the nightmare was finally ended, which caused the armies of both Crusche & Anastasia in an uproar after a deserving victory. Tis the day their children...children's children will chronicle for generations to come. Bringing a tear to my eyes, Wilhelm was given an applause for helping bring down the White Whale. His name will last for ages...-

Wilhelm: I can finally say it now <tearful> Theresa....

-Standing on top of the Whale's corpse, Wilhelm took a deep breath before he shouted into the blue sky-

Wilhelm: (Cries) I LOVE YOU! 

TIMESKIP- REACHING INTO THE FOREST THAT LEAD TO IRLAM

Crusche was thankful for helping her end the reign of that Mabeast. Seeking to repay both of us in full---I was humbled to know that this was all worth it, accepting that we will continue as friends, but rivals in the royal selection. I couldn't help but smile at how competitive she is. Noticing Subaru was losing time, we had enough to reach the village, so we ventured there...Unexpectedly, Wilhelm came along on this trip to kill every last one of the Witch's Cult members...including the Sin Archbishop...a fearsome foe, we couldn't risk making any mistakes after coming so far. Worried that we might face difficulties, I conclude that a handful, such as Subaru, Wilhelm, Mimi, and her twin journey into the forest to find the hideout...agreeing to these terms, a surprise was Julius...whom changed his last name after dishonoring the family. Thinking that's the bit least he deserves for the pain he has brought upon Subaru, I must admit without his taunting, mockery, and violence...Subaru wouldn't be the same man standing before me. Leading, and involving himself in the plan to stop the Sin Archbishop, we are going to split up in two groups...for one is to defend the people and escort them to safety while the rest murder the cultists...and destroy their base. Riding alongside, Julius. He spoke of how sorry he was, explaining to him how apologetic and sincere he was, I didn't care about my "pride" but Subaru's well-being. Informing him to tie the knot between those two adversaries. I formally respected his modesty to maintain a sense of honor...so he listened and went forward to ask for my brother's forgiveness...the main point is not just to ask for someone's word of pardon but to earn the right to currently withhold his end of the bargain. To prove himself to us as a worthy friend, I bore little to no hatred, but watching as Subaru did...with regret, I smile as he was at least willing to hear him out...separating now, I waved goodbye to Subaru for the time being, did I forget to mention the many carriages that we bought to escort the people. The gray-hair boy was named Otto, and he was around our age. Grateful for his support, this was rare from a merchants perspective, of course being paid is good and all but to lack morality is cruel...when innocents are endangered...so while we reached for Irlam, we were under a spell by an unknown enemy. Facing illusion, I couldn't grasp what was real or not?! Until I heard a voice...an old friend I haven't seen in over a week! 

???: Baka, why did you come back...and with friends...how unbearably naive you are, Jiro! 

Jiro: (Blinded) You should know, we are friends after all...Ram! <smiling> now, if you may remove this damn spell, my head is getting pretty nauseous!

Ram: Fine, but I must report this to Lord Roswaal once he comes back...you will be severely punished for betraying him...

-Taken off by the spell, the other soldiers were able to withstand the illusion. Still aching in pain, they resumed back onto the carriage-

Ram: Where is Barusu?! Anyways...

Jiro: (Whispers) Currently, dealing with the Witch's Cult---

-Noticing as she was about to lose her mojo, I told her to cool-

Jiro: Relax---everything is fine, but I beg you, Ram...don't say it aloud...the enemy might be watching...

-Patting onto my earth dragon, she hopped on as we rode to the village up ahead-

Jiro: So, how is your---

Ram: (Sassy) Don't even---bother.

Jiro: Gosh girl, sorry I struck a nerve!

Ram: ( I am still angry at you for leaving!

Jiro: How? You told me I can go! Didn't you?!

Ram: And now you bring forth enemies of his household---other candidates---

Jiro: Including me?!

-Confused, the pink-hair maid shook her head-

Ram: What are you talking about, Jiro?! 

Jiro: I became the sixth candidate for the royal selection...Ram.

-Astounded by my statement, she knew I wouldn't lie to her-

Ram: That---is---interesting...

Jiro: Thanks---

-Gently rubbing my earth dragon, we hop off the mount and enter into the village to help them seek out refuge- 

LATER IN A COUPLE MOMENTS

When you thought everything was fine...

It soon became Hell!

Watching everyone die, mercilessly...

I couldn't believe my eyes, after experiencing the death of my comrades---

Which meant only---doom.

Victimized by the horrors of countless innocents being murdered, even though I wasn't able to kill anyone, I strike the Cultists who dare lay a finger on their heads, and as I fought, the cowards stabbed me numerous times, from thigh---to the shoulders...gawking out blood, and collapsing onto the dirt, I stare as the poor children weren't spared...too weak to move, I felt arms enwrapping me, turning around to find Ram dragging me away, I had to find---Subaru. 

Jiro: (Coughing blood) When did we go wrong, Ram? <crying> I tried---along with Subaru to save everyone...but I'm weak...why do people have to get hurt?

Ram: I don't know but we need to get out---AH!

-Finding a cultist side-kicking Ram, she went got hurt...badly, and as I watch the man drawing out his dagger, he came closer to her...crawling over to him-

Jiro: RAM---NO! <stretching out a hand to make the man stop>

-He raised it into the air, until something snapped inside...leaving me unconscious the last thing I remember was seeing a glow of light-

-RE:START- 

Gasping into the fresh air, my brain aches of pain. Rising up, Julius held my wrist as he picked me up...confusing...why are we here? Until I got flashbacks of Ram dying along with me, The Sin Archbishop killing every last man, woman, and child...and Wilhelm...fighting off the cultists single-handedly...

Jiro: Where am I? <experiencing another migraine> 

-Felix, who I presumed came over to heal me...placing both of his or her hands on my forehead, I glad no clue...the cat wore a dress-

Felix: (Curious) Meow---your head is splitting mentally...gosh...how did this occur? Concussion?!

Jiro: No---probably... Subaru!

-Walking over to find my poor friend sitting there staring, he looked at me with soulless eyes...explaining how he must've died...nodding to him...as I understood...I ask...-

Jiro: (Softly) Hey, Subaru...May I?

Subaru: May, You what...Jiro?! 

-Tensing to reveal my hand to him, it got closer to his forehead...the voices telling me to touch him...I wanted to know-

Subaru: Jiro?!

Jiro: I'm sorry---my friend...

-Pressing my palm against his forehead...made Subaru unconscious for the matter of seconds...allowing me to know the truth...and as I dwell deeper in his mental state, I felt his---pain---sorrow---and---loneliness...flashes of photographic memories are shared in my head, Why? Why---Did I Leave Him Alone? Rem---Emilia---Irlam---I must seek penance for what I've done to him...-

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-Drawing my hand back, Subaru's eyes roll back---confused by what just happened...listening to me talking...I was going through a shattering stage in my life for a minute. Stretching my face wickedly...I repeat and repeat...the same words of that Slothful villain-

Jiro: (Screaming) LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE!LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE!

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-Rattling with foam, coming out of me, Subaru was crying as he shook me...from my insanity-

Subaru: (Holding me) Shhh---Please----Come Back----Shhhh----JIRO----FIGHT HIM!

-Calming myself, I overcame the urge and apparently the other companions saw this too-

Felix: Now, I see what happened...

Subaru: Please, explain to me what is he going through?

Felix: He was possessed...the boy was possessed...by--- <honest> Sloth...the Sin Archbishop.

-While the other's arose in fear of me, Subaru wasn't worried...retracting my memories, I gaze up at him...faintly smiling-

Jiro: S-S-Su-Subaru...

Subaru: Relax, Jiro...you're s---

Jiro: (Crying) I'm so so so sorry...I didn't know--- <terrified>

-He clasped me into his chest as I wept out...to him. Acknowledging his pain, they must continue with or without me...persevering through it, I was wrapping in a blanket while on the carriage...finding out I felt "cold" all of a sudden, the visions I had all those other nights were true...How is this possible?-

Otto: How's your friend doing, Subaru?!

Subaru: (Worried) Not good, his mind seemed to break momentarily...but Jiro will return.

Otto: I hope so...

-Hope...What hope do we have against them?!-

TIMESKIP

Staying onboard of Otto's carriage...we were awaiting for the villagers to hop on, bickering whether or not they should go...there was amongst them a spy...but, weak...powerless to stop him from scheming...I was at my lowest point, wrapping myself to maintain "warmth". The people of Irlam finally arrived...entering each carriage and drifting off to safety...we planned on returning to the Flugel tree, so everyone was protected by the remaining members of the rescue mission...as time passed...I went to asleep until I felt the tapping of little fingers...dreaming of it to be Priscilla...waking me up, I open my eyes groggily to the sight of---

Emilia: I told you---children. Leave the poor blonde alone... <stroking them gently> oh---good afternoon, Jiro...

-Arising to lean against the bench while the escort drove us from the village...I check again to call out Otto-

Jiro: Hey, Em! <yawns> Where's Otto?

Emilia: Who's Otto?

Jiro: Ya know, the guy with the green silly outfit with a feather on his hat...

Emilia: You mean the "driver" <pointing out to the road>

Jiro: Yeah? <turning around> oh---no

-Seeing the children asleep, one of them shouted at me-

Petra: Why are you worried, Jiro?

Jiro: I'm not supposed to be here--- <freezing> he didn't---

Emilia: What's going on, Jiro?

Jiro: Otto---he left me...but why?

Emilia: Maybe, he was assigned to do something else...

Jiro: I doubt it...I need to go...<trying to hop off the wagon>

Emilia: Wait---Jiro! 

Jiro: Sorry, Emilia..."He" needs my help.

Emilia: Huh, hold on!

-Jumping out and onto the road, I began rolling until I got up...looking around to find out where the hideout is, I ran into the woods-

Jiro: Come on, Subaru---please be okay...

15 MINUTES LATER

I heard a sound of a wheel rolling...staring out into the extent of the route, I saw two people waving to me...smiling...I recognize it to be Otto & Subaru! My lord---he's fine...

Subaru: (Screams) JIRO!

Jiro: Hey, guys! 

Otto: HOP ON, YOU BAKA! HE'S AFTER US!

Jiro: WHO?! I CAN'T HEAR Y--- <Pausing> 

-In the distance, I saw the Sin Archbishop of Sloth chasing them, panicking, I waited for the right time to leap...dashing towards the wagon, I took my chances...and fortunately, the gods were on my favor...and while I closed my eyes, my thoughts a-drifted to whether I survived or not...until I felt Subaru pulling me-

Subaru: Don't you dare let go, Jiro! I got you---

-Using as much strength to rake me into the carriage, Subaru tugged so hard that we both came crashing onto the wooden planks-

Subaru: I thought you were with Emilia?!

Jiro: I was---

Subaru: And you left them---with the BOMB!

Jiro: Bomb?! <confused, I soon understood what I meant..acknowledging the kids were on the carriage too, they might die>

-Distraught by my lack of competence, he patted me on the shoulder to praise me-

Subaru: It's alright---Jiro.

Jiro: (Worried) No, it's not! They're endangered...

-Standing up, he brought out a pot-

Subaru: True---but if he continues to chase us down...No one in Irlam will be safe... <smiling> so, just leave it all to me, okay...

-Displaying an confident look on his face, Subaru faced the Sine Archbishop alone-

Subaru: BETELEGUESE! 

Betelgeuse: GIVE ME, YOUR LOVE! SATELLA! ENVY, PLEASE! <Begging for the Witch>

-I heard my brother chuckle as he tossed a number of oil pots...at him. Engulfing all the petroleum, Subaru is different than the first time met...He truly was inspiring...after facing his fears. He sacrificed so much to protect his friends...and new family.-

Subaru: You crossed the line, Betelgeuse...messing with me...my friends...my family...and my Emilia. 

Betelgeuse: (Jealous) My...Love.

Subaru: You still don't get it---she's not in love with you, Betelgeuse...

Betelgeuse: Liar---

Subaru: Believe me, at the beginning, I was hands-on seeking her affection...her love. But, as time went along, I became aware of how foolish I was to not see---how heart-broken she was. Emilia doesn't deserve me...but she does...deserve...a...Hero! 

-Unleashing a black book, a fire spirit called Ia emerged...inflaming the psychopath...still determined to possess my brother, Subaru wrote in the final words of the page-

Subaru: You are the slothful one, Betelgeuse...this is how your story...ends!

-Rotting away, we witness the end of Betelgeuse...-

Betelgeuse: (Croaks) But, Love Alone is Everything... <falling short of breath, he dies>

ONE LAST TIMESKIP (THE LOVE STORY)

-On our journey back to rescue Emilia....Subaru openly admits...something that he said which stuck with me.-

Jiro: SUBARU! WHAT ARE YOU DOING?! YOU---

Subaru: (Interrupts) Trust me...Jiro as I trusted in you...she needs me now more than ever.

-Hopping off the wagon and onto Patrasche, he stared at me one last time, with a smile different unlike the others...expressing himself to the fullest, Subaru was truly happy-

Subaru: No one could've asked for a better friend, Jiro. I will forever be in your debt...for giving me the moment of a lifetime. Brother...

-Facing away, I yelped out to him, begging him to wait-

Subaru: I love you, forever and always...Ren Jiro. <shedding a tear> Thank you!

-Indicating for Patrasche to sprint...and rush as fast like the wind, they both bolted off as we stare off into the sun...blinding us from seeing Subaru again-

Otto: Jiro---what should we do?!

-Arching a brow, I intend to follow Subaru--until the ends of this mysterious world-

Jiro: Follow him, Otto...Follow Him.

Otto: Hai! Hurry, girl!

-Chasing after my brother, we came along the view of a beautiful day...winding down the dust of time...perceiving to find Subaru stopping Emilia's wagon, he carried along with him the bomb, and ignoring whatever she had to say, I came close enough to hear him cry out-

Emilia: Why---Subaru?!

Subaru: (Honest) Because---Emilia---I Love You!

-Entering the  White Whale's carcass, he tossed the fire bomb inside to contain the explosion...running out just in time, the propel knocks him unconscious...-

Jiro: No---- 

-Believing to have seen him fell, I thought this is where it ends---

But, THE STORY...CONTINUES

-Spotting to see Emilia, bringing him on top of a hill, she inspected his vitals to identify whether he was alive or---otherwise dead...and rejoicing. The Half-Elf Beauty gasped in bliss as the man who confessed to her, miraculously lived... Being the spectator of this story, I sat on a wooden box, viewing the scenery.  And once he woke up, Subaru found himself on the lap of Emilia...confessing why he did it, I was concentrating on the lovebirds, and heard the most important parts...concluding to this romantic story.

Emilia: How can you love me, Subaru---I'm a half-elf...

-Gently soothing her face, he went forward and stood with confidence-

Subaru: That never once stopped me, from pursuing after you, Emilia

Emilia: (Crying) But, why do you always save me?! 

-Smiling, He Gave Her...His Answer

Subaru: Because, I Love You!

THE END

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9/8/20