Simultaneous Travel: Becoming a Legend in the Heavens.

Chapter 513 The Witch's Invitation

"His strength and physique are barely above average, his intelligence is quite outstanding, and his luck... is rather bad."

Luna, who was in charge of registration at the reception desk, greeted Luke and Subaru Natsuki gently, printed out an adventurer card for the latter, and exclaimed in surprise after glancing at its attributes.

"I thought Aqua was the limit, but I didn't expect a newcomer to break the record. In a sense, that's quite amazing."

Having only died once, Natsuki Subaru, who didn't really feel his luck, scratched his head and went straight to choosing a job.

Because there are no particularly outstanding attributes, they can only choose from ordinary professions. However, at least three of their attributes are above average, so they won't end up like Kazuma, who can only be an ordinary adventurer.

"Senior, what do you think I should choose?"

Despite his excitement, Natsuki Subaru still remembered that he had sold a quarter of his life to Riku and was now Riku's man, so he obediently asked for his opinion.

Luke, who was already lazily leaning back in his chair and dozing off, rolled his eyes. "You can be a curse mage who applies debuffs to enemies, or a mage or paladin who is a secondary DPS."

The team currently includes Aqua, who is responsible for healing, purifying, and buffing; Megumin, who is responsible for the main DPS of the group; Darkness, who is responsible for the front line to attract aggro; and the magic warrior He Zhen, who currently does not have a clear role but is developing into a versatile player.

Given that Darkness has zero output, Megumin has high output but is a one-time use item (not really), and Kazuma's output is not strong, you can choose to have an extra combat power slot.

"understood."

Natsuki Subaru was excitedly preparing to select "Magician," but his finger stopped abruptly just as he was about to tap it, and he unconsciously looked at the edge of the adventurer card.

There, a word was arranged in an obscure script that did not belong to this world, the font as black as ink, as if it wanted to devour the surrounding light.

Natsuki Subaru walked up to Riku and handed him the Adventurer Card: "Um... Senpai, there's a really weird-looking job on the panel, it looks like the text 'over there,' could it be a hidden one?"

Lu Ke stared intently, then stroked his chin thoughtfully, revealing a smile of keen interest.

"Yes, it is indeed a hidden edition. The meaning of this word is..."

"Priest of Sin."

Archbishop of Sin, a top-tier fighter in the Re:Zero world, holder of nine Witch Factors, and currently the highest-ranking member of the Witch Cult, second only to the Witch.

In reality, the seven witches who bear the name of the Seven Deadly Sins, the hidden witch Pandora and the Melancholy Witch, are simply witches from different eras who possess witch genes.

"Oh! It's that familiar feeling! These so-called hidden professions are just the first step for the protagonist, right?"

Natsuki Subaru cheered, his eyes shining: "Can I choose? I can choose, please, senpai, I'll do anything if I have to!"

"is it?"

Lu Ke grinned mischievously and took out a small bottle. "I have a potion here that can turn you into a girl if you drink it..."

"Gulu~"

Natsuki Subaru swallowed hard, backing away in terror and shaking his head frantically: "This won't do, this really won't do. I can't abandon Subaru, he's been my partner for seventeen years, through thick and thin. We haven't even fought side by side yet..."

"Did you learn those witty remarks from Kazuma?"

Lu Ke chuckled, put the bottle away, and waved his hand. "Choose if you want. This career has quite good development potential."

Relieved to have received approval, Natsuki Subaru activated "Archbishop of Sin" without further hesitation, successfully changing his class to the hidden one, and looked with great interest at the changes after the class change.

During this brief moment, Luna floated lightly to the opposite side of Luke, placed the enormous pair of breasts on the table, propped her head up with her hands, and looked at Luke with a smile.

"You seem to be doing a good job as a qualified adventurer lately, Mr. Luke."

Luke leisurely sipped his tea, his tone indifferent: "How rude of me, Miss Luna, I have always been a qualified adventurer."

"Really? Did this new adventurer sign any unequal treaties with you?"

"No."

Without hesitation, Luke replied that exchanging the lives of Felt and Rom for a quarter of Subaru's monthly salary clearly meant he was the one making a losing deal.

"I have my doubts, but... well, since you haven't done anything wrong recently, I'll just believe you for now."

Luna's eyelids lifted slightly, revealing a gentle smile as she gazed at the man before her.

"Speaking of which, why aren't Aqua and the others drinking here?"

"Hmm... That little Crimson Demon girl came to the guild looking for you today, saying it was time to unleash her Explosion Magic or something, but you weren't there, so she took two teammates and went out... Judging by the time, she'll be back soon."

Luna lowered her head, gently shaking the spoon in her hand, which also made a large expanse of white on the table appear and disappear as she softly gave instructions.

"Recently, there are fewer and fewer magical beasts around Axel, only a very powerful group remains. Be careful when doing quests, people will worry if you get injured."

Lu Kehun didn't care: "It might be a bit difficult to hurt me, and besides, isn't Aqua here?"

“You are such a person…”

Luna's face immediately darkened, and she glared at Luke. "Anyway, work hard to become a great adventurer. I'll keep an eye on you and keep you on your toes!"

After saying that, the receptionist gave a soft hum and returned to the counter, though she would occasionally cast a fleeting glance at the customer when she had a spare moment.

"Oh dear, something's up, senior."

Natsuki Subaru had walked over at some point, nudged Riku with his elbow, his eyebrows twitched a few times, and he revealed a smile that only men understood, chuckling mischievously twice.

"Miss Priscilla will be angry if she finds out, but having one lover in one world means you'll never be exposed. It's so convenient, being able to travel between worlds and all that..."

Lu Ke glanced at Natsuki Subaru, who was teasing him, and shook his head slightly.

"No, Subaru, you've misunderstood."

Natsuki Subaru looked unconvinced: "What misunderstanding? Luna and you are clearly in a flirtatious phase, aren't you?"

"That's not what you're misunderstanding..."

Lu Ke raised his finger and pointed to the guild gate.

Natsuki Subaru looked over in confusion, but saw nothing. Just as he was about to ask Riku, he suddenly saw three exceptionally beautiful and youthful women walk in.

The high priest, with her long, light blue hair and large breasts even without padding, walked at the head of the procession, appearing quite dignified at first glance. A female knight with long, golden hair tied up, possessing an elegant demeanor and delicate features, was blushing. She was holding a cute, porcelain doll-like girl in her arms, staring at the female knight's chest with envy, jealousy, and hatred, slapping it forcefully and creating waves.

"Damn it, Darkness, you're even bigger than Aqua's! All the fat from eating must have gone up here, but you don't have an ounce of fat around your waist!"

"Um... I didn't want it to be like this, but my body just grew like this on its own..."

"Hmph, she must have been raised by him. Don't think I don't know you and him are always doing lewd things at night, you hateful welfare girl!"

"Don't, don't use such a strange term of address!"

The girls walking in a group were a stunning sight, leaving Natsuki Subaru stunned. He realized he had been a bit naive before; there were far more beautiful girls in this world than on the other side!

Just as he was feeling sentimental, he saw the three of them looking at him with delight and rushing over.

"No way, I just changed to a hidden job and I already have a romantic encounter? But I told Makoto that it's not appropriate to date until I've achieved success. No, if it were him, he would definitely accept without hesitation, so I also..." Natsuki Subaru mustered his courage, raised his hand and forced a smile.

"Hi~"

Swah——

The girls' delicate fragrance brushed past my nose, a few strands of hair brushed against my cheek, and then... landed on Lu Ke beside me.

"Luke~ Where did you go? I accidentally spent all my Eris and even opened two bottles of premium liquor. My finances are so bad that I need to use my banquet skill to pay off my debts!"

"Next time you can't go out with me, you'd better ask for leave properly! After experiencing three burst spells a day, one a day is no longer enough for me."

"I'm sorry, Lu Ke. I accidentally called you 'master' in front of them today. Please, please punish me severely, after all, I made a mistake!"

Surrounded by Aqua, Darkness, and Megumin, Luke spoke softly to the petrified Subaru Natsuki.

"You're mistaken. I never thought there would only be one world."

click-

Subaru Natsuki was so petrified he felt like his whole body was about to crack open.

…………

Roswaal's mansion on the border of the kingdom.

A figure in crimson and pure white moved with unimaginable speed through forests, rivers, and villages, arriving at the mansion in the blink of an eye.

Reinhard gazed at the luxurious mansion ahead and stepped inside, immediately receiving alerts from Ram and Rem, who were cleaning the mansion.

Completely bewildered as to how the other party had effortlessly stormed into the mansion, Ram shielded Rem behind her, scrutinizing Reinhard's royal knight attire and the sword bearing the dragon claw mark at his waist, before hesitantly speaking:
"you are……"

"Please inform the Border Earl that Reinhard van Astrea, a member of the 'Sword Saint' clan, has come to pay a visit."

Reinhard gave the two oni maids a hearty smile.

The Sword Saint's reputation was so great that Roswaal soon met Reinhard in the VIP reception room.

"Oh my, oh my, the Sword Saint himself has come to visit. What brings you here? What brings you here?" Roswaal, dressed as a clown, spoke in his usual strange tone.

Is Prince Luke here?

Reinhard did not answer, but instead asked about Luke's whereabouts.

Roswaal: "He just went out with some friends, and unfortunately, I don't know where they went."

Reinhard frowned slightly, closed his eyes, and slowly opened them a few seconds later, his eyes revealing surprise.

"I just received the blessing of [Finding People], which allows me to find everyone I've ever met in the world, but... I still can't detect His Highness Luke's presence."

abnormal!
Roswaal couldn't help but curse inwardly.

His [Magic Blessing] is already an extremely powerful blessing; anyone who possesses it will surely grow into a top-tier magician. However... the sword saint he faces has countless blessings, and can obtain new blessings instantly if he desires them.

Furthermore, the only existing blessing, such as his [Magical Blessing], would likely be stripped of by the World Will and given to Reinhard if he wanted it.

If he possessed such power, he wouldn't have been utterly defeated by the Melancholy Demon in the Sanctuary, causing his friends to sacrifice themselves and his teacher, the Witch of Greed, to perish...

"Because there are three candidates for the throne, I am the one who will make the announcement."

Reinhardt's words brought Roswaal back to reality. The Sword Saint, his expression solemn and his posture upright, thoughtfully informed him:

"The Council of Wise Men has changed the official start date and selection method of the royal selection. The opening ceremony will be held in one month, at which time all candidates for the throne will gather in the royal city to participate in the selection."

He took a new badge from his pocket and handed it to Roswaal.

"This is His Highness Luke's royal selection badge. Please give it to him on my behalf."

"Understood, I will hand it over to His Highness Luke properly."

Roswaal replied with a blank expression.

"Thank you very much... Although I would also like to visit Princess Emilia and Princess Priscilla, I cannot be away for too long, so I will trouble you."

Reinhard placed his hands on his chest, bowed slightly, and left the VIP room, disappearing into the vicinity of the mansion in the blink of an eye.

The room fell silent. Roswaal walked to the window, his face gradually darkening, his brows furrowing deeper and deeper.

There are more and more things that are not mentioned in the Gospels, and there are fewer and fewer things that can be predicted in the future. Events are gradually getting out of control. What should he do now?
"Please give me more guidance, teacher..."

Roswaal sighed and took the warm Gospels from his chest, close to his heart, and turned to the book's predictions of the future.

The Gospels is a degraded version created by the Witch of Greed after analyzing her own authority, the Book of Wisdom. The copy he possesses is one of only two in the world that is close to the original. The other copy is in Beatrice's possession. As for the copies held by the Witch's cultists, they are mass-produced, further degraded versions.

Simply put, it's the difference between original, high-quality replicas, and counterfeit products.

"What...is this?!"

Upon seeing the illustrations in the book, Roswaal clenched his fingers.

The pages that were once filled with dense text are now like they've been soaked in water, the ink stains are blurred and indistinct, and no useful clues can be found.

Just as he lost his way and fell into anxiety and panic, the ink-wash style words suddenly coalesced into a short sentence.

[When Luke goes to the Sanctuary, Echidna will be resurrected because of him.]
Roswaal's pupils dilated suddenly, overwhelmed by extreme ecstasy. His mind exploded with colorful fireworks, and he felt all his emotions drift away and all his rationality vanish.

He seemed to have thought of something, and rushed into the room of the forbidden library, ignoring Sato Kazuma who was practicing magic nearby, and grabbed Beatrice's shoulder tightly.

"Your Gospels, let me see your Gospels!"

Beatrice looked puzzled and somewhat wary: "How did you know...?"

"It doesn't matter, just show me the Gospels, please, Betty!!!"

Roswaal was panting heavily, completely devoid of his usual elegance and rationality, his eyes bloodshot, looking like a wild beast.

Beatrice, seeing Roswaal like this for the first time, pursed her lips, took out the Gospels that had been touched countless times, and showed a desolate expression.

"It's no use. This book hasn't had any new text for a very, very long time."

She's probably already been abandoned by her mother...

Beatrice opened the book, glanced at it without much expectation, and her gaze suddenly froze on the words that had appeared out of nowhere.

[The person we were waiting for has arrived. His name is Luke, a guest from another world. He is the contractor that the Witch of Greed, Echidna, has chosen for her daughter, Beatrice.]

(End of this chapter)