Re:Zero -Starting Life in Zero

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The sound of the giant beast's footsteps abruptly ceased on the mountaintop, and the morning mist, like milk, washed over Green's furry back.

Betty's skirt was lifted by the mountain wind, and the gilded rose petals in her hair fluttered down, merging into the surging sea of ​​clouds at her feet.

This is the Gina Mountains, the highest mountain range in the Mezas Territory.

Many ferocious magical beasts lived in the mountains and forests, but upon sensing Grimm's presence, they became as quiet as if they had fallen into hibernation, and even the birds dared not open their mouths to sing.

"Betty, look, the sun is out!"

Green happily guided Betty.

A golden-red rift was forcibly torn open the eastern horizon.

The warm, gentle light pierced the inky night, dyeing the layered clouds into a pattern of molten gold and crimson hues.

In the distance, the Great Forest of Elior sheds the thick shadyness of night, gradually revealing shades of green, much like the dusty, ancient illustrations in the forbidden library.

"Betty has almost forgotten the temperature of the sun..."

The girl's voice was softer than usual as she reached out to touch the rosy light spreading over her, her fingertips catching a speck of warm gold.

As the sun broke free from the clouds and leaped into the air, its rays poured down in all directions.

Betty stopped talking, simply tilting her head back slightly, letting the mountain breeze caress her cheeks and the warm sunlight fall on her shoulders.

A gentle warmth, like the first rays of spring, was quietly soothing the loneliness in her heart.

Betty knelt on Green's furry beast head, truly feeling Green's presence.

At this moment, she had her own sun.

Just as Betty was moved, Green's provocative voice rang out from beneath her feet.

"Betty, do you believe I'd dare jump off this mountain?"

"What?"

Betty was a little confused by Green's seemingly random remark.

"Don't believe me? Hold on tight!"

"Wait! You lunatic!"

……

The two, a human and a spirit, played wildly in the mountains for a long time, chasing the mountain wind, tasting the clear spring water in the forest, and picking sweet and sour wild fruits.

Only when dusk once again enveloped the mountains did he leisurely return to his residence, bathed in the afterglow of the setting sun.

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Dinner time.

In the mansion's dining room, Betty was sitting gracefully in Green's lap.

She obediently raised her head, waiting to be fed, a stark contrast to the proud and arrogant great elf of the past.

Emilia held the warm black tea, looking at the scene before her with surprise in her eyes.

"When did Green and Betty become such good friends?"

"Who knows? Maybe Betty fell in love with me at first sight."

Green smiled, picked up his silver fork, pierced a slice of honey-coated baked apple, and held it to Betty's lips.

"Come, Betty, ah—"

Betty gnawed on an apple slice, her cheeks puffing out slightly, and mumbled angrily as she chewed:

"Hmph, don't misunderstand, Green is just Betty's new slave, taking care of Betty is his duty."

The maids serving nearby had different thoughts upon seeing this scene.

Rem secretly glanced at Betty out of the corner of her eye, her clear blue eyes filled with envy.

Damn it, it's all because this body healed too quickly.

Otherwise, Green would definitely still stay by her bedside and take good care of her, just like before.

But if she stays in bed pretending to be sick, her workload will become very heavy.

After hesitating for a while, Rem finally mustered up her courage, took the plate, walked to Grimm's side, and spoke softly.

"Grimm, you've been taking care of Lady Beatrice all this time, you probably haven't had time to eat by yourself, right? Let Rem feed you."

Before he could finish speaking, a spoonful of broth was placed to Green's lips.

"what?"

Green instinctively opened his mouth, and the warm soup slid down his throat, along with some pieces of meat.

As he chewed, he belatedly realized how strange the scene was.

A mischievous smile curved at the corners of Ram's eyes, clearly indicating that things weren't chaotic enough.

"In that case, I, as the older sister, will take care of Rem."

After saying that, she picked up a plate of snacks and joined in this bizarre relay activity.

"Wait! Wait! What happened? Emilia, help me!"

Green frantically tried to push away the spoon that was offered to him and turned to the half-elf girl beside him for help.

Emilia tilted her head, pondered intently for a long time, her clear purple eyes filled with confusion:

"Me...should I help too? Should we feed Ram too?"

As she spoke, she actually picked up her plate and looked at Ram with eager anticipation.

Big Fool Chun, what are you doing?

According to this logic, let Betty feed you again?

Finally, a continuous feeding line is formed.

"That's enough!"

Betty finally couldn't take it anymore and slammed her little hand hard on the table. The crisp sound instantly silenced the noisy restaurant.

"You unclean women, if you cause any more trouble, Betty will throw you all out!"

Hearing Betty's angry shout, everyone immediately fell silent and put away their cutlery.

Just then, a faint light flashed in Emilia's hair.

Parker yawned and crawled out, rubbing his sleepy eyes as he looked at Betty.

As a great elf who works nine to five, he was ready to go home.

But upon hearing Betty's angry shout, he, as the older brother, still mustered his spirits and appeared.

"What happened? What could have made you so angry, Betty?"

"Brother..."

The moment Betty saw Parker, the anger on her face vanished, replaced by a rare gentleness.

She tugged at Green's sleeve, her voice tinged with grievance: "Hmph, Betty and Green are enjoying their dinner together intimately, and these kids are always trying to steal Green's attention."

Parker's gaze fell on Green, his eyes shimmering with a faint magical aura as he silently probed his body.

A moment later, he suddenly covered his mouth, his eyes filled with disbelief: "Betty, you actually signed a contract with Green? This is truly astonishing!"

"Hmph, he begged Betty to sign it." Betty raised her chin, her tone proud.

"That's wonderful! Betty, you've finally found your soulmate! Congratulations!"

Parker circled excitedly in mid-air, his voice filled with joy, "As your older brother, I'm truly happy for you."

"No, Green is not the person described in the book."

Betty tilted her head back and reached out her little hand to affectionately stroke Green's cheek.

"He is the only one Betty has ever chosen."

Parker watched with delight as Betty grew up, and seeing the tender light in his sister's eyes, his own eyes welled up with tears.

Parker then slowly flew to Green, hovered in front of him, and bowed solemnly.

"Green, I really don't know how to thank you enough. I'm entrusting this child to your care from now on, thank you."

Green nodded sincerely, gently stroking Betty's soft hair.

"Don't worry, Parker, Betty and I have already exchanged vows."

The warmth of his palm seeped through his hair and into Betty's heart.

The girl's cheeks flushed slightly, but she didn't pull away. Instead, she snuggled closer to him, her fingers gripping the hem of his clothes tightly.

"Someone's vows are so long-winded, you'd think he was proposing to Betty."

"Proposal!"

Rem looked up abruptly, appearing somewhat panicked.

It's no wonder they're called Great Elves; they've managed to do something like this.

Damn it, Rem's progress seems to be a bit behind!

Everyone was somewhat bewildered by Rem's reaction and involuntarily turned their attention to her.

As the older sister, Ram could not possibly be unaware of Rem's feelings. She quickly pulled her younger sister back and whispered words of advice in her ear.

"Don't worry, Rem. Grin and Betty only have a contract; the marriage proposal is an exaggeration..."