Subaru Natsuki, who returned from the new Three Kingdoms

So much so that when he acted so abnormally last night, Ram didn't immediately become alert, but instead followed Natsuki Subaru's train of thought.

Ram's heart sank.

If Subaru Natsuki really escapes, Lord Roswaal's plans will be completely disrupted.

She must report immediately.

"Rem, go prepare—"

Before the words were finished, footsteps suddenly came from the direction of the mansion gate.

Ram and Rem turned their heads at the same time.

Natsuki Subaru walked in from the foyer, yawning, his face showing a tired expression that clearly indicated he hadn't slept enough.

"Good morning, Miss Ram, Miss Rem."

Ram: "..."

Rem: "..."

Natsuki Subaru seemed completely oblivious to their expressions, raising his hand to rub his eyes.

"I'm so sleepy."

Ram stared at him, a sense of relief washing over her, but then a new doubt arose within her:

"Where did Lord Subaru go last night?"

"I took a stroll around the area and explored the scenery of the Roswaal Territory."

Subaru Natsuki answered naturally.

Of course, he couldn't say that he went to the capital to find Reinhard and Felt.

After all, he is currently ostensibly vetting Emilia's faction.

Living at Roswaal's mansion while secretly running off to find Felt and Reinhardt—if Emilia were to find out about this, it wouldn't be good at all.

Such a two-timing behavior is comparable to that of Diao Chan, Lu Bu's wife.

What if people start calling him a traitor who has served three masters again?

Looking at Subaru's tired yet self-righteous face, Ram became even more wary.

Did you take a stroll around the neighborhood?

Who would leave the Border Earl's mansion late at night just to stroll around the neighborhood?

What I said last night really scared him.

Subaru Natsuki is confirming his escape route.

He is not a completely heartless person.

They simply use absurd language and attitudes to hide their true thoughts deep inside.

Moreover, he is faster than Rem. Although Rem is indeed weak, it is enough to show that this person's strength should not be underestimated.

"I see."

Ram spoke calmly, revealing no turmoil within her heart.

"Lord Subaru should at least inform the manor before going out next time."

"rational."

Subaru Natsuki nodded.

"I traveled through the night last night, and I was indeed somewhat impolite."

Rem, who had been listening quietly without saying a word, had a slight twitch in her eyes.

Traveling through the night.

Is it really necessary to travel overnight just to stroll around the neighborhood?

If Rem's attitude towards Subaru Natsuki was merely wary when they first met yesterday, now it has escalated to vigilance and rejection!

Natsuki Subaru, however, was completely unaware of this and walked past the two of them, yawning as he headed towards the guest room.

"I'm going to take a nap first."

"If the sword arrives, remember to wake me up."

After saying that, he waved his hand and left with unsteady steps.

Rem watched his retreating figure and whispered:

"Sister, why do you keep such a dangerous person in the manor?"

Ram was silent for a moment.

"Because he is Lady Emilia's benefactor."

He was also one of the people Lord Roswaal specifically requested to stay.

Ram didn't say the second half of his sentence.

She wouldn't tell Rem what Lord Roswaal really wanted to confirm last night.

Because she didn't want Rem to get involved in these things.

"Rem, let's go prepare breakfast. Lord Roswaal and Lady Emilia will be waking up soon."

"I'm telling you," Ram said.

Rem nodded slightly, but her expression showed no sign of relaxation.

Ram paused for a moment, then added:

"Regarding Subaru-sama Natsuki... if Rem is really worried, keep an eye on his every move. If he does anything, just tell Ram immediately."

Rem lowered her head.

"Yes, sister."

……

Natsuki Subaru walked towards the guest rooms.

He was really tired.

Last night I ran from Roswaal's mansion to the capital, and then rushed back from the capital.

Even though his spirit had been hardened by the death and return during the Three Kingdoms period, he still couldn't help but feel a heavy weight in his head, as if it contained 80,000 steamed buns.

All he wants to do right now is lie down.

go to bed.

He slept soundly until it was too late to wake him.

But just as he walked past a row of doors, he suddenly stopped.

He looked at a door on his left.

That door looked no different from the other doors.

Same wood grain.

The same door handle.

It is also quietly embedded in the wall.

But Natsuki Subaru just felt something was wrong.

It's like in a military formation, a soldier suddenly stands half a step off course.

An ordinary person might not be able to tell at all.

But those who have died too many times on the battlefield will instinctively fixate on that half-step.

"This door..."

Natsuki Subaru stroked his chin.

"It's weird."

He reached out and grasped the doorknob.

A gentle push.

The door opened.

What came into view was not a guest room.

It wasn't another quiet room at the end of the corridor either.

Instead, it was a vast library that seemed to have no end.

The tall bookshelves stretched upwards, layer upon layer, almost touching the ceiling where the dim yellow light couldn't reach.

The thick spines of the books are densely packed, like a silent army.

The air smelled of a mixture of old paper, wood wax, and dust.

The surroundings were eerily quiet.

It was so quiet that Subaru Natsuki could even hear the slight airflow he created when he pushed the door open.

In the center of the library, there was only a tall chair.

A small girl was sitting in the chair.

Her golden curls cascaded over her shoulders, the ends neatly tied into pigtails.

She was dressed in a gorgeous dress that made her look like a porcelain doll, holding a thick book in her arms, and looking impatiently toward the door.

Those eyes were beautiful, as if butterflies were fluttering within them.

At the same time, he was also very indifferent.

"Who are you? How dare you trespass into Betty's forbidden library!"

Chapter 32: 032, Nonsense in the Book!

"Who are you? How dare you trespass into Betty's forbidden library!"

The girl holding the book frowned and pouted as she spoke.

Natsuki Subaru stood at the door and blinked.

He seemed to be contemplating the current situation.

Suddenly, he burst into laughter.

Before answering your question, I also have a question I would like to ask you.

"As you asked, who are you?"

A counter-question? The girl's brows furrowed even deeper.

What a weirdo.

If an ordinary person accidentally enters a forbidden library, they will either panic, be confused, or immediately apologize and leave.

The black-haired boy in front of her, instead of answering her question, seriously threw the question back at her.

Ordinary people might not even bother with her, but as an artificial elf, Betty has her own pride.

It's quite impolite to not even introduce yourself when asked your name, but that doesn't stop her from making a sarcastic remark.

"You can't even introduce yourself properly. It seems you're not only rude, but also not very bright."

She closed the book and raised her chin.

My name is Beatrice.

"This is the forbidden library. Betty is the manager of the forbidden library."

"Manager?"

Natsuki Subaru's expression suddenly changed.

He looked at the little girl in front of him, and then at the books filling the room.

Then, as if he had heard of some earth-shattering case, he murmured: