"Oh——my——?" Upon hearing Natsuki Subaru's words, the smile on Roswaal's face stiffened slightly, but he quickly regained his composed expression.
"That's quite a bold request——but you see, Ram and Rem are important members of our household, they can't just be given away——you know."
"Just kidding... How could I really make such a request?" Natsuki Subaru waved his hand, looking at Ram and Rem standing nearby, "Besides, Ram and Rem are such excellent maids, I wouldn't dare to casually have designs on them."
Of course, he knew that such a request was impossible to be accepted, but what if it was realized? It wouldn't be a loss...
"Guest, such jokes are not funny at all."
Hearing Natsuki Subaru's words, Ram frowned slightly, her voice carrying a hint of coldness.
"Rem and sister are Lord Roswaal's servants, not items that can be casually traded."
Rem, on the other hand, had a calm expression, but a trace of vigilance flashed in her eyes.
"Sorry, sorry, I was just speaking casually, absolutely no offense intended."
Natsuki Subaru quickly raised both hands in a surrender gesture towards Ram and Rem.
Hehe, Rem looks cute even when she's angry.
"Then, Natsuki-kun, what is your true wish——then?"
Roswaal tilted his head slightly, his heterochromatic eyes gazing at Natsuki Subaru, a faint, almost imperceptible smile playing on his lips.
"My wish is only one——please employ me to work in this mansion."
Natsuki Subaru took a deep breath, his expression becoming firm and serious.
This way, he could legitimately stay here and better protect Emilia.
Moreover, if he could stay in the mansion, he would also have more opportunities to get closer to Rem and Ram, shortening the distance between them.
After Natsuki Subaru stated his request, the female lineup behind him was stunned.
A trace of confusion appeared on the usually expressionless twin faces of Ram and Rem.
Beatrice, on the other hand, showed a genuinely disgusted expression, as if saying, Is there something wrong with this guy's head?
And Emilia—
"N-no, I'm not saying, you're just too..."
Emilia's eyes widened, her purple-blue orbs shimmering with a complex light.
Seeing Emilia's reaction, Natsuki Subaru couldn't help but chuckle inwardly and said:
"Emilia-chan's surprised expression is also very cute, but are you really opposing my proposal? I'm serious, you know! Think about it, wouldn't it be like adding wings to a tiger to have a hardworking and intelligent helper like me in the mansion?"
"Hardworking? Intelligent? Guest, do you have some misunderstanding about yourself?"
At this moment, Ram shot him a cold glance, her tone laced with a hint of mockery.
Ram's sharp tongue is really getting stronger... But I can't admit defeat at a time like this!
Thinking this, Natsuki Subaru, however, showed a confident smile on the surface:
"Ram, you're hurting my feelings by saying that. I have a lot of potential. Just give me a little time, and I'll definitely become the most outstanding employee in the mansion!"
"~Hmph."
Ram turned her face away and said no more, but her eyes still held a trace of disdain.
"That's not it, it's that you're too unambitious!"
Emilia, who was beside him, heard Natsuki Subaru's words, her face flushing slightly, but she quickly regained her serious expression.
As if speaking of her own affairs in anger, Emilia slammed the table and approached Natsuki Subaru, her tone carrying a hint of reprimand:
"You could clearly ask for something better, you could be a guest, why choose to be a servant? This is too unfair to you!"
"It's not like that, Emilia, this is my decision after careful consideration."
Hearing Emilia's concerned words, a warm current surged through Natsuki Subaru's heart. He shook his head, still maintaining that relaxed smile on his face.
Staying at Roswaal's mansion would not only allow him to better adapt to life in this other world but also give him the opportunity to get closer to Emilia and the others.
As for why he chose to stay at Roswaal's mansion as a servant rather than a guest, Natsuki Subaru had his own considerations.
Think about it, as a guest, how could he establish a close relationship with the twin maids, Ram and Rem?
After all, that deplorable thick wall between guest and servant would inevitably become an insurmountable barrier.
Moreover, the Natsuki Subaru in the original work chose the status of a guest, and as a result, Ram and Rem were cold towards him, and he ended up dying a miserable death.
So, in fact, the Natsuki Subaru in the original work had already given the correct answer—as a servant.
Although as a guest, one could move freely within the mansion and not have to undertake servant's duties, this idle state was more likely to arouse suspicion of being a spy.
After all, the status of a guest provided him with the convenience of gathering information, but it also aroused Rem's vigilance.
You know, Rem would rather kill one innocent person than let a suspicious person go, especially since Natsuki Subaru carried the strong scent of the Witch, which ultimately led to the Natsuki Subaru in the original work being killed in this way.
Actually, he had other choices, but the current decision was the optimal one.
It was worth mentioning that Rem and Ram definitely still harbored suspicions about his identity, and even the naive Emilia must have had some doubts.
Think about it, during the Royal Selection, Emilia, as one of the candidates, attracted a lot of attention.
And Rem, as a servant in the mansion, would naturally be suspicious of Natsuki Subaru, who suddenly approached Emilia.
Secondly, Natsuki Subaru's act of saving Emilia at the loot house did not dispel Rem's suspicions.
Although Natsuki Subaru saved Emilia and found the Royal Selection insignia, this did not change Rem's opinion of him.
From Rem's perspective, she might have thought Natsuki Subaru deliberately staged the attack to infiltrate the mansion.
Therefore, to clear his name and stay, Natsuki Subaru could only choose to be a servant.
This way, he could openly let Rem and Ram monitor his every move. After all, acting under their noses would make it easier to gain their trust.
And, more importantly.
As a servant, he could also openly work and live with Ram and Rem, gradually eliminating their suspicions.
Of course, conquering them along the way would also be a good choice.
...Ahem, alright, this is the main point.
Meanwhile.
Roswaal, in the main seat, clapped his hands lightly and said to Natsuki Subaru:
"Well then, Natsuki-kun, since you are so sincere, I will give you a chance——da~yo. However, the work in the mansion is not easy, are you sure you can handle it——ne?"
"Oh, of course, I am the omnipotent Natsuki Subaru, mere mansion work is nothing at all!"
Natsuki Subaru patted his chest, speaking with an air of utmost confidence.
"Subaru, you really are a strange person..." Emilia said, looking at Natsuki Subaru. "But, if you really want to stay, I will support you."
"Thank you, Emilia-chan~"
Natsuki Subaru was secretly pleased.
Hehe, it seems my plan was successful.
Next, I can legitimately stay in the mansion, live with Emilia day and night, and also enjoy Rem's delicious cooking. I'm practically a winner in life.
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