(Rem x Reader) Re:Reader - Starting YOUR New Life in Another World

Chapter 84: Left To Lick His Wounds

A/N: Another big shout out to my proof readers! Also, for those of you reading this as the current release, there are TWO new Rem short stories (arc 7) coming out with the latest LN release. I've got them both on commission to be translated, so for those of you who keep current on the WN/LN of ReZero, stay tuned when those get released by their respective translators. Anyway, here's this weeks chapter!

Chapter 84: Left To Lick His Wounds

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It's at least good to be away from there finally.

Having returned with a battered and bruised Subaru in the back-hatch area of his car, he remained passed out for the short return trip to where they would be staying in the Capitol from here on out.

At least we didn't have to leave past the Guard House gate.

Seeing as how they were to remain in the Noble's district for sometime, the consequences of YN's actions would surely surface if he had to drive past the Gate so soon after running it as he did to arrive earlier.

But, I don't think it'll be looked into as long as I don't say anything and it remains hidden here.

Parked up behind the ground dragon stables at their new temporary living space, Rem had so generously found a cloth to drape over the car so as to not raise further suspicion.

YN: You think any of Crusch's servants would inquire about it and rat us out?

Rem: Rem is doubtful any of them would even know it was the same item if described to them.

YN: Yeah, I'd just hate to have Crusch be guilty of harboring fugitives.

Crusch: What is this I'm hearing about?

Somewhat startled by her voice, the lady of the Manor they would be staying at appeared suddenly, inquiring on their words.

YN: O-Oh! Nothing at all, Crusch-sama.

Rem: YN-kun...

Squinting at the obviously nervous YN, her face turned less serious as she spoke.

Crusch: The winds of deceit are circling you.

Unsure of what she meant by that, YN guessed she had somewhat of a clue that he wasn't being entirely truthful.

YN: Well, the truth is, if you heard a little something about the Guard House being run on, I was sort of responsible for that...

Scratching the back of his head and expecting some harsh words, Crusch had seemed amused rather.

Crusch: I had heard the rumors. But rest assured, nothing will happen if it is discovered. Noble's and their guests are not required to stop to be searched if they are in a rush.

Man, talk about lazy security.

Rem: —and since we are guests here, that rule will apply to us.

Crusch: 'Apply' is a bold word. 'Bent' is better. Especially since you are in my House's care.

While the ending of the Conference had been tenuous, all important details had not been hashed out before its end, especially in regards to what came next.

Expecting to have been heading back to the mansion by now, YN and Subaru were to be left behind for some time, but hopefully not too long, for their treatment, with Rem acting as representative for Emilia's camp whilst they took up temporary residence in the Karsten Manor.

On the journey back to the Manor with Subaru passed out in the back, Rem had elected to sit behind Emilia, giving her the passenger seat, while YN, of course, drove. Giving him directions, Emilia had also briefly discussed the plan going forward for their treatment, and that she would be catching a specially reserved carriage for herself back to the mansion.