She is not an investigator.

As for the magical silver key, although it wasn't explicitly stated, judging from Pasa's attitude and the information he secretly revealed to Igris, it seemed to come from the future, and beyond that... nothing was known.

And so, the disaster that had almost utterly destroyed Frostville finally came to an end.

The dead will eventually be buried, and the living are all striving for a better tomorrow.

…………

It's already March.

The long winter was easier than Igris had imagined.

It seems that she no longer has any worries or confusion, or perhaps she no longer has that sense of crisis or the mission she was forced to fulfill.

In short, she was free. She had her own life and used the wealth she had accumulated over the years to buy a property of her own in Byanka.

It's not big, but it's definitely big enough for her to live in by herself.

During this time, she also experienced what it meant to have a truly comfortable life. Her daily routine consisted of reading books, tending to flowers, and occasionally meeting up with friends.

The voice in her mind hadn't appeared for a long time. Perhaps, as Nyarlathotep said before he left, Igris would live on, and she had to live on, but that thing in her mind couldn't remain.

In short, after losing that thing, she may have become weaker, but she definitely had far fewer troubles.

No monsters, vampires, or even Nyarlathotep have ever appeared again.

She can probably live out her life peacefully like this.

Right?

Peace is joy, and it is rare that you have gained your own time to rest. But I must remind you at this moment that your life continues and your mission is not yet complete.

Title earned: You can't escape

What is destined to happen cannot be changed, just as your life is destined to be extraordinary.

Note: I'm so glad you've found yourself again. Now, let's continue fighting side by side.

"...That's really something."

Igris silently put down the bouquet in her hand and placed it next to the tombstone in front of her with a bitter smile.

"Looks like my story is still going on?"

Igris might be talking to herself, or perhaps she's talking to her sister.

Just like she felt when she overcame death.

She was always with Igris.

Beyond the world, amidst icy plains, in the depths of the ocean, and among humanity itself, you once again witnessed the rise and fall of human societies, the instantaneous destruction of prosperous cities. Only now do you realize that what truly instills fear and unease is not forbidden knowledge, but… the endless cycle of humanity.

Some beings want to cover up the truth, while others want to tell you everything. They are never divided into good and evil; their positions and purposes differ... You ask me? I will always stand by your side.

Title Obtained: Beyond the World

You will become an existence outside of this world.

Note: Sounds impressive, but actually... it's just a title that doesn't offer any benefits.

In a siege that should have been labeled a dead end, you brought hope and new life.

Title earned: Frostwell's Game Changer

—You are good at breaking the rules, and few people will feel offended by it.

Note: Rules are for [illegible]

You have once again drunk someone else's blood, not because of hunger, but because you were forced to... In any case, it is no longer a bad thing for you.

Title Acquired: Bloodlust Carnival

—The other person will feel more comfortable while you are sucking their blood.

Note: This is the literal meaning, but please do not use it for any special services. After all, not everyone's blood is pure and delicious.

A new body, a new life~ This is something to celebrate. You may not have realized it, but that's okay, because I will remind you.

Lost title: Maliciously Corrupted

—The hunt ends at the moment of death, and now… you are dead, but you are still alive.

Note: You probably won't have to worry about hearing dogs barking while you're in the bathroom anymore.

The Gods' Fool's Play - Beyond the World: The End!

Why didn't anyone tell me that there's a charge for words over 1,000?

The celebratory messages I posted before about the series ending are all gone.

I'm too lazy to rewrite it, so I'll just leave it as is.

Anyway, there's not much to mention. The original plan was to finish the story in the next volume, but because of all sorts of random things, like friendship and bonds, I decided to keep writing.

That's it, it's over.

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(I accidentally added your subscription to the new volume's chapters. Sorry, meow, I'm such an idiot.)

The Bizarre Stage Play – The Book of Secrets: Chapter One, A New Beginning

It's a brand new night.

As for why it's brand new, it's probably because Igris has once again acquired a new career.

Out of nostalgia for her former boss, Igris established her own detective agency in Byanca.

Yes, after going around in circles, she eventually went back to being a detective.

Often, this has little to do with whether or not one can make money; it's probably just because of interest.

Igris is indeed good at this, and she prefers jobs that are more challenging than other ordinary jobs.

At least when she doesn't have any clients, Igris can still water the flowers and take a nap in her own office.

Of course, her agency has been open for half a month, but so far she hasn't actually taken on a single case.

But it doesn't matter, since Igris isn't that short of money. There will always be people who are destined to come in and ask her for something.

Although everyone who has come here has come to chat with her.

"Next time you chat with me during these working hours, it will cost you money."

"Oh, how much money do you want? Although I'm not exactly rich, I'm still a leader, so I can easily support you."

For example, Nolan, who would stay in the office even after the sun had already set.

It's not that Igris didn't want to chat with Nolan or anything, the problem was that she stayed for far too long.

She stays here from the moment she opens in the morning until she prepares to close at night, making one wonder if she actually has a job.

Is the position of vice dean really that easy?

"But I'm closing now."

Igris rested her chin on her hand and yawned softly.

It's not that I'm sleepy, it's just that I've been working for too long and I'm a little tired.

Although her job was simply to sit in her seat and listen to Nolan initiate conversations with her.

"Closed for the day? Are you going to rest? Why so early?"

"You're right. Because I'm rather lazy, I usually start making samples much earlier than other stores."

Igris never hid her thoughts, after all, the other person understood her most of the time.

"All right…"

Nolan sighed silently and, under Igris's gaze, slowly walked towards the door.

But before she could push open the door, she suddenly turned her head away.

“Igris…would you mind if I stayed here for a while?”

"It depends on why you want to stay here. If you were kicked out of your home by your daughter, I'd be happy to take you in. If not... then please go back to your own home."

"Okay, okay... See you tomorrow then."

"I hope you can come later tomorrow."

Igris waved to Nolan, and as she watched his departing figure, she stretched.

Her life is indeed excessively comfortable. She doesn't have to worry about the pressures of life, can do whatever she wants, and has enough savings to support her low-energy lifestyle for thirty or forty years.

This is probably the life she has always dreamed of.

Bang bang bang.

However, at that moment, a series of knocks on the door also drew Igris's attention.

It's springtime, April. It's not exactly warm, but it's not cold either, so Igris's shop is open.

Naturally, logically speaking, no one would be so idle as to knock on an open door.

But some people did actually do it.

"Although I'm about to close up shop, you seem to be in a hurry. If you're here to see your mother, I can tell you that she just left. If not, please have a seat."

The person knocking on the door was none other than the little witch Sharty, who was also Nolan's daughter who had just left.

The reason she was able to appear here at this time was because the Witch Academy had once again opened its doors and released the little witches.

"Mom? No, it's not..."

Sharti closed the door and jogged over to sit down opposite Igris.

“Igris, I heard you opened another firm here, so I came to check it out.”

"Then you can come earlier next time, instead of coming when I'm about to close."

"Ugh..."

Shaltay's expression turned somewhat dejected and listless.

"It's all because of my mom... She arranged a whole bunch of classes for me. All the other witches are on holiday, but I have to study every day until now."

"It seems that having a vice dean as a mother isn't entirely a good thing."