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Hmm?

After blankly reading through Freys diary, Kania suddenly came to her senses and lifted her head.

I-Is this?

Her surroundings had changed within moments, as she realized she was no longer in Isolets house.

???

It was a place that she was very familiar with, the garden of the Starlight Mansion.

Why am I suddenly here?

With a perplexed expression, Kania looked around.

..!

She lowered her head absentmindedly and widened her eyes as she heard crackling in her hands.

Crack Crack

The sound came from a translucent window that appeared in the diary she held.

[The Ending Credits Are Now Playing] [Discover the heroic stories of Frey Raon Starlight. As a result, clear up all misunderstandings to allow him to lead a happy life.]

Huh?

Kanias expression gradually hardened as she read the contents of the window.

W-Were the writings regarding the Prophecy true?

Kania eventually mumbled with a completely stiff expression.

Uh.

She stared at the front door of the Starlight Mansion with trembling eyes.

I-I have to go in, right?

The diarys contents began to appear in Kanias mind, urging her to enter the mansion.

U-Umm..

As such, Kania hesitantly walked to the mansions front door.

Oops.

She was startled and took a step back as her hand easily passed through the front door.

..

A chilling moment of silence followed.

Gulp.

As Kania swallowed dryly in the silence, she shut her eyes and stepped forward.

Swish

As she walked in, she saw a very familiar sight. Dark-colored wooden floors, a cozy sofa, and vintage decorations.

However, even though the synergy of these items were meant to create a comfortable and exquisite atmosphere, Kania started trembling as she saw this familiar room.

It was because the Starlight Mansion was not a place of comfort or coziness, but her prison instead.

Uh.

Young Master.

Kania took a deep breath after trembling for a while.

Were you really a Hero that protected everyone?

She clutched her fist as she wore a hollow expression.

Then, all the evil deeds you have done so far

She murmured in a low voice.

was it necessary for you to do that?

Of course, no one answered her questions.

Clatter, clatter!

!?

Instead, noises could be heard from the kitchen.

Shaaaah

Kania could only mumble and frown as she stared with red-shot eyes.

That is

It was because she saw a familiar black aura emerge from where the noise was located.

Wait, could it be?

It was then that Kania realized. She was now at the point corresponding to the dates written in Freys diary.

Squeak

Thus, Kania looked on with equal amounts of familiarity and bewilderment as this mysterious event played before her.

..!

In utter shock, she watched as her own self came out from the opened kitchen door.

Thud, thud.

A version of herself who wore a cold expression held a tray containing sandwiches and coffee towards the room that the original Kania was already in.

Persistent jerk

Then, she stopped briefly and mumbled something in disgust.

Why wont that jerk eat?

Then, she began to go up the stairs slowly.

.

While observing her other selfs actions in a daze, Kania couldnt help but follow as if she was under a spell.

Knock, knock, knock.

Ive brought your meal, Young Master.

As Kania followed, she saw her other version started to knock on a very familiar door.

Lets finish this quickly

And then, shortly after.

Come in.

As Freys voice rang out, Kania was taken aback because it was the first time she heard his voice since the final battle.

Here are the sandwiches and coffee you ordered, Young Master..

Hmm.

Upon hearing Freys response, Kania entered the room and placed the food on the desk before him.

This is your fifteenth order. I truly hope youre satisfied this time.

Kania affirmed with a cold glare, however, Frey just responded with a composed expression.

I cant be bothered to say anything more to you, so Ill just eat.

Thank you for your leniency and grace..

Kania glared coldly at Frey and left the room immediately, as soon as she finished speaking.

.

Silence filled her surroundings as she fell into deep contemplation.

..Ah.

And from that moment on

Shush.

Freys actual emotions began to seep into Kania with the help of the system.

Huuh?

Hmm

As such, Kania was able to feel the same emotions as Frey had in the past.

..!

She widened her eyes in surprise.

[xx Year, xx Month, xx Day]

[Finally, I see the System Window.]

What..? Is this?

She stared blankly at Frey as she recalled that time he kept complaining about the food being tasteless. However, he was currently smiling while eating the sandwich.

[The tiny amount of poisons and curses that Kania had meticulously put in my food had finally showed signs of activating.]

The diarys contents that Frey had written long before, had finally began to appear before her.

Munch, munch

Huh?

Kania was a bit puzzled by this phenomenon, as she tilted her head and observed the scene. Contrary to her expectations, Frey was happily eating her sandwich, even though he had clearly complained about its quality earlier.

[As expected, my stellar mana had been blocking her attempts. However, her attacks would be effective as long as I consume it regularly. Once this poison and curse fully activates, Kania will be able to hold my weakness.]

Ugh

Kania started to grasp her mouth as she collapsed to the floor.

[If she holds my weakness and begins to blackmail me, I will have a suitable reason to not torment her anymore. And, in the case that I need to act as if I am ruining her life and loved ones, she can always use this new blackmail against me and hurt me for her own benefit.]

Ugh!

Kania began to cough up blood for an unknown reason.

Huh?

Then, a sharp pain surged in her chest. In such a situation, Kania, with a confused look in her eyes, saw Frey vomiting blood after eating a sandwich in hand.

Keughh

[Of course, fully consuming the poison and curse she gave was quite hard. Nevertheless, I always knew there was a good reason for it.]

The contents of the diary continued to flood her mind without reprieve.

[If I treat Kania kindly, especially without this weakness, she will eventually become suspicious of me. Thus, this suspicion will lead to a certainty about my true nature.

She was a partner who has always been with me from the early days of my countless regressions.

She was the one I was most emotionally connected to and the one who sacrificed the most for me.

And so, since I realized I could only finish this dogshit game without anyone knowing me as the real Hero, I decided to give her my weakness to help her escape my inevitable torment.]

Ah

As she tried to organize the thoughts flooding her mind, at the same time, Kania tried to stop the blood flowing from her mouth.

[Moreover, the most important reason is]

Ah

Words from long ago came up in her mind.

[Whether I like or hate her. Whether shes my subordinate or an enemy]

She froze as the forgotten speech flashed in her mind.

[Her food is still the most delicious dish in the world.]

Ahh

At that moment, Kanias mind went blank as she recalled his previous words.

Munch, munch

Kania had no choice but to witness; even in great pain, even as he kept coughing blood, Frey managed a faint, worn-out smile as he devoured the sandwich containing her poisons and curse.

.

.

.

.

.

As time passed, darkness had already set in.

Ugh!

It was obvious that only a brief moment had passed for Kania, who sat on the floor as she coughed up blood.

Ugh, eugh

Thanks to her own shock, she still couldnt gather her thoughts for a while, even while the excruciating pain caused by her own poison and curse had subsided.

What have I been doing all this time?

She muttered to herself with a pale face.

D-Did he suffer this much because of me?

As a result of the curses activation, Kania felt the same pain as Frey for a brief moment.

In order to not get caught and so he can grant me freedom?

However, what hurt Kania more was her guilt towards Frey.

According to what she had just witnessed, Frey had intentionally fallen under a curse as a reward for her loyalty throughout their previous cycles. And

The emotions I felt when he ate my food

The emotions Kania felt when her heart briefly connected with Frey were undoubtedly happiness and longing.

That was

Even as it caused him so much pain, Frey ate her poisoned and cursed food with so much nostalgic happiness. Throughout the Special Quest, Kania could feel his desperate desire for salvation with even more intensity.

[Her food is still the most delicious dish in the world.]

Ughh

Those words continued to pound in Kanias head and the painful realization caused her to lose her strength and plunge to the floor.

Swish

Huh?

As time passed, Frey, who had been sitting at his desk without falling asleep, glanced at the clock and got up from his seat.

[3:30 AM]

The clock, which was decorated with magic crystals, indicated that the current time was early in the morning.

Squeak

Kania stared blankly at Frey, who was opening the door and stepping outside cautiously at such a late hour.

All right.

With a complicated expression, she got up from her seat.

The reason I infused poison and curses into Frey

And then, Kania slowly followed Frey from behind.

It was because every night Frey

Tried to force

She opened her mouth, but her words trailed off.

.

With an even paler expression than before, Kania continued to follow Freys steps.

Ughh.

Kania stopped in her tracks as well, when Frey abruptly halted in the darkened hallway.

Squeak

A-As expected

Kania murmured in a trembling voice as she gazed intently at the door that Frey opened.

You are going to my room.

Without fail, Frey visited Kanias room every late night.

Hmm Hmm.

.

Frey entered Kanias room, as he held his breath and cautiously observed her state of consciousness.

All right.

Frey proceeded to unbutton his clothes.

Click.

Swish, ssk...

He carefully climbed onto the bed and slipped his hand inside Kanias top while she was lying still.

T-Thats right

Kanias expression gradually hardened as she witnessed the scene before her.

I knew it I knew it, but I have to endure it

Kania continued to watch as mixed emotions crossed her face.

Although I always fantasized about revenge I was worried about my sister so I endured it.

She began to unleash the feelings that she had always held in..

No matter how much it was desired, thats huh?

She suddenly looked perplexed.

I didnt give you enough life force all this time, so it was tough for you, right? Hang in there, Kania.

Frey spoke as his hand was still inside her shirt.

Im about to improve your sisters healing ability. And, in this cycle

Instead of doing something Kania had expected, she heard a surprising statement from Frey.

I think I can finally give you a Happy Ending.

Freys hand gently caressed her back while his other hand covered his mouth with a handkerchief.

Shaaaah!

Shortly thereafter, an unknown energy began to infuse into her body.

Cough! Cough!

Akkhhhh!!

At that moment, Kania felt intense pain, as if her insides were being twisted. Consequently, she collapsed and vomited the blood she had been holding in the entire time.

Ah Ugh

Huh?

However, her expression quickly changed to one of astonishment as she witnessed her different persona begin to regain her vitality, despite only lying on the bed.

U-Ugh

Meanwhile, even as he was gasping his head while trembling in pain, Frey continued to infuse his own life force into Kanias body until the very last drop that he could give.

Ughh.

T-This is

And shortly after

[Achievement Unlocked: Unwavering Spirit]

As Kania watched the scene in inevitable agony, a translucent window mockingly appeared in front of her.

[The number of times Frey had forcibly violated others across every regression: ]

W-What is this?

A highly provocative message appeared on the system window, almost as if it was meant for Kania to read while she trembled in disbelief.

Yo-

Soon, she completely stiffened, even while forgetting all the pain she had experienced thus far.

Young Master

Her eyes were completely fixated on the only two words left on the translucent window.

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