Xeno Goku crossover Re: Zero

A difficult choice

The silence after Satella's erasure was deafening. The Witches exchanged bewildered glances, Roswaal's face remained pale, and Subaru stood frozen, processing the weight of what had just happened.

Xeno Goku approached him, his usual carefree demeanor replaced by a somber understanding. "The Return by Death... it's gone, Subaru. I severed the connection to Satella, severing your loop in the process."

Subaru's eyes widened. Gone? His ability, the curse, the reason he was here... gone? Confusion battled with relief within him. He could finally die normally, live a normal life... but what did that even mean?

"And now," Xeno Goku continued, his voice gentle yet firm, "comes the difficult choice. You are not originally from this world, Subaru. Satella brought you here. You have friends, connections here, but ultimately, this isn't your home."

The revelation struck everyone like a thunderbolt. Rem, Ram, Beatrice, Emilia – their faces etched with disbelief and a dawning understanding. The Witches, already aware of Subaru's otherworldly origin, watched with narrowed eyes.

"Go back," Xeno Goku urged. "Return to your own world, to your family. You have a life waiting for you there, one free from the burdens of this place."

The words hung heavy in the air. The warmth of friendship tugged at Subaru's heart, the memory of Rem's gentle touch, the bond with Emilia that blossomed through hardship. Yet, the thought of his own world, a world he barely remembered, stirred a strange longing within him.

Rem stepped forward, her voice trembling. "Subaru-sama... if you leave, what about us? What about Emilia?"

Ram stood silently beside her, her golden eyes reflecting a storm of emotions. Emilia, tears glistening in her eyes, whispered, "Subaru... do you truly want to go?"

He looked at each of them, their faces etched with concern and love. This world, these people, had become his anchor, his reason to fight, even through death. The thought of leaving them behind tore at him.

Beatrice, ever the pragmatist, piped up, "Leaving may be the wisest course. This world is fraught with danger, and your presence may attract further complications."

Roswaal, regaining his composure, added, "Indeed. Your departure, while regrettable, may ensure their safety."

But it was Ram's quiet words that resonated the most. "If you choose to stay, Subaru-sama, know that we will stand by you, whatever path you choose."

Subaru closed his eyes, the weight of their words, his conflicting desires, pressing down on him. He pictured his own world, a blank canvas compared to the vibrant tapestry of his life here. Could he simply erase these bonds, these memories, for a life he barely knew?

Days turned into weeks as Subaru wrestled with his decision. He spent time with each of his friends, soaking in their presence, cherishing their laughter and tears. He trained with Rem and Ram, honed his skills with Emilia, and shared quiet moments with Beatrice.

Finally, as the moon bathed the mansion in a soft glow, Subaru gathered everyone. His voice, heavy with emotion, yet resolute, broke the silence.

"I've made my choice," he declared. "I'm staying."

A collective gasp filled the room. Relief bloomed on Rem's face, Emilia's smile was radiant, and even Beatrice offered a rare, genuine smile. Roswaal nodded, seemingly pleased with the decision.

"This world," Subaru continued, his gaze filled with determination, "has become my home. These people, my family. I know where I belong now. Together, we'll face whatever challenges await, protecting this world, protecting each other."

As cheers and tears erupted, Xeno Goku watched with a knowing smile. This wasn't just a choice about staying or leaving; it was a choice about embracing his present, forging his own future, and proving that even a boy from another world could find his place, his purpose, in a world not his own.

Xeno Goku happily says "That's the spirit"

His journey in Lugunica was far from over. New threats loomed, secrets remained hidden, and the echoes of Satella's erasure resonated throughout the dimensions. But with his friends by his side, and newfound resolve burning within him, Subaru was ready to face it all. He was no longer just a boy with a broken ability; he was Subaru Natsuki, the hero of his own story, his own world.

This is just the beginning of a new chapter for Subaru and his friends. Where will their journey take them next? What new challenges will they face?