Re:Zero -Starting Life in Zero

The mother and daughter embraced tightly and wept.

A gentle breeze swept through the sea of ​​flowers, swirling up countless petals that softly landed on their shoulders.

May all the suffering and longing be transformed into the warmth of this moment of regaining what was lost.

Emilia buried herself in her adoptive mother's arms and cried for a long time. The emotions that had been suppressed for a hundred years finally subsided completely, leaving only a sense of peace.

A moment later, Fortuna gently patted Emilia's back and slowly released her embrace.

Her gaze swept gently to the side, finally settling on Green not far away.

Fortuna looked at the gentle-looking, distinguished young man before her, then at her daughter whose eyes were red-rimmed but filled with joy, and softly asked:

"Lia, who is this gentleman?"

Upon hearing this, Emilia's cheeks instantly flushed red. Just as she was about to introduce him, Green quickly stepped closer.

He walked straight up to the two of them, naturally put his arm around Emilia, and gently pressed the girl's face against his shoulder.

With utmost seriousness and certainty, he spoke loudly to Fortuna.

"Hello, Mom, I'm Emilia's husband."

Emilia's cheeks flushed bright red instantly from that straightforward self-introduction.

Emilia blushed even more at his blunt words, raised her small hand and gently punched his chest, then buried her head and muttered softly:

"Green...you...you shouldn't be so direct..."

Although she sounded reproachful, her tone was soft and coquettish, showing no real anger whatsoever.

Looking at the shy expression on the person in his arms, Grimm chuckled softly. Instead of restraining himself, he grabbed Emilia's slender hand tightly and held it up to Fortuna.

Sunlight filtered through the flowers and leaves, illuminating the clasped fingertips of the two. A pair of simple yet lustrous matching rings were quietly placed on their ring fingers, standing out prominently.

Green's eyes crinkled into a smile, his tone brimming with barely concealed amusement and certainty as he spoke again:

"Look, we just got married about an hour ago."

Emilia was so embarrassed that she almost hid in Green's arms, her fingertips curling slightly, but she didn't pull her hand away, letting him hold it and show it to her.

A blush spread from her cheeks to the tips of her ears, and she murmured softly:

"Green... please stop talking..."

Fortuna looked at the rings on their hands, then at Emilia's eyes full of dependence and shyness. She was slightly taken aback at first, then a gentle and gratified smile bloomed on her face, her eyes full of warmth.

She raised her hand and gently brushed away the silver-purple strands of hair at Emilia's temples that had been ruffled by the wind.

His gaze lingered gently on the two of them, his tone filled with relief and peace as he softly said:

"Seeing Liya so happy, I'm relieved."

Green watched the heartwarming scene unfold before him, his smile deepening.

He suddenly released Emilia's hand, raised his hand to summon the magic mirror, and gently handed it to Fortuna, his tone respectful and sincere:

"Mother-in-law, it's a pleasure to meet you. This is a gift for you."

Fortuna looked at the mirror handed to her, quickly and gently waved her hand, declining in a soft tone:

"A gift? No need to be so polite, child. I'm already very satisfied that you treat Liya well."

Before she could finish her excuses, the mirror in her hand suddenly emitted a faint glow.

A hoarse voice, filled with endless longing and trepidation, slowly emanated from the mirror, echoing clearly through the sea of ​​flowers.

"Is this Miss Fortuna?"

The voice was so familiar that Fortuna froze instantly, her fingertips trembled, and her usually gentle eyes widened in disbelief, her breath catching in her throat.

It's Jules...

It was Jus, the gentle yet persistent one who had always silently protected her!

She witnessed the catastrophe that struck the elven village a hundred years ago. She saw Juss being controlled by Pandora, watched him fall into despair, and ultimately, they both plunged into darkness. She thought he had long since vanished and she would never see him again.

Tears instantly blurred her vision. Fortuna gripped the mirror tightly, her fingertips trembling uncontrollably. Her voice choked with sobs as she tentatively spoke, her words filled with disbelief and hope:

"Jules? Is that you, Jules?"

"It's me, Miss Fortuna, I'm Jules."

The voice in the mirror grew clearer, carrying a century of suppressed guilt and longing, each sound a tear of blood:

"I'm sorry, I failed to protect you and the village back then. I was controlled by Pandora's power and made an irreparable mistake..."

Fortuna covered her mouth, tears streaming down her cheeks. A century of regret and longing erupted at this moment. Looking at the mirror in her hand, she choked back a sob:

"Jules, you're alive! That's wonderful... truly wonderful..."

Green stood aside, quietly watching this scene, his hands subtly activating his power to stabilize Jus's soul in the mirror, a gentle smile playing on his lips.

He promised Lia that he would save everyone she cared about, and now, he is gradually fulfilling that promise.

Emilia stood aside, watching Fortuna embrace and weep.

Listening to the belated conversation between Jus and his adoptive mother, his amethyst eyes filled with warmth and emotion, and his nose turned slightly red, but it was no longer tears of sadness, but overflowing happiness.

She slowly turned around, took out her slender hand, gently took Green's hand, and intertwined her fingers with his.

The girl's fingertips were warm, filled with dependence and gratitude. She looked up at the boy beside her, her eyes glistening with tiny tears, yet a gentle, sweet smile played on her lips as she softly said:

"Thank you, Green."

"Mother Fortuna is back, and Jus has regained his memories. Everything is getting better... It's wonderful."

She gently rested her head on Green's shoulder, feeling the warmth of the person beside her, and tightened her grip on his hand.

But this warm atmosphere was abruptly shattered by a burst of applause.

"Clap clap—clap clap clap—"

The sparse yet jarring clapping was particularly clear in the quiet sea of ​​flowers, carrying a hint of mockery and a touch of cold cynicism.

Pandora slowly pushed herself up, a half-smile playing on her pale face. Looking at the reunited group before her, she said in a light, airy tone:

"It's so touching to see this happy family reunited after going through so much."

The moment that voice rang out, Fortuna froze, the tenderness and relief in her eyes vanished instantly, replaced by a deep-seated hatred and icy rage.

She suddenly looked up, staring intently at Pandora not far away, her whole body trembling slightly with anger.

It's Pandora!

This woman was the one who destroyed her home, altered Jules's mind, and ruined everything she had.

For a century, she was reduced to a monster controlled by the power of anger, and Emilia suffered a hundred years of pain and loneliness!

All tenderness was instantly consumed by rage. Fortuna almost instinctively raised her hand, her fingertips gathering fierce ice magic.