Re:Zero -Starting Life in Zero

Just as Green finally found the zipper on the maid's outfit and was about to open the most mysterious treasure chest of his life.

An old, hoarse voice suddenly emerged from the shadows of the church altar:

"Young men, would you like to take the surname Jiao?"

Holy crap!

Startled, Green instinctively reached out and grabbed Rem's slender waist, then abruptly rolled over to shield her beneath him.

Rem's cheeks flushed bright red, and she hurriedly raised her hand to gather her disheveled collar, her fingertips trembling.

Damn it, why is it that someone always has to stand in Rem's way of being happy?

By the time Rem had hurriedly straightened her clothes, Grimm was already furious.

He strode up the altar, grabbed the old man by the collar, and lifted his frail body off the ground.

"You old geezer, what does it matter to you whether we're surnamed Jiao or not! I think you just need a beating but you're too embarrassed to say it. Today, if I don't beat you until your pension is emptied, I'm not called Green!"

The old man was wearing a faded black robe with slightly frayed edges on the cuffs; he appeared to be the priest of this church.

He trembled with fear at Green's fierce appearance, kicking his legs as he hurriedly explained, "You must have misunderstood! I was asking if you want to convert to a religion!"

Green's rage seemed to be extinguished by a bucket of ice water; his lips twitched uncontrollably, and his anger instantly turned into embarrassment.

He quickly put the old priest down, and even patted the wrinkles on his black robe for him, then cleared his throat to smooth things over:

"Ahem... Oh, so you're religious. Religion is good, religion is good..."

Upon hearing this, the old priest, who had been trembling, suddenly had an astonishing gleam in his eyes.

My backache and leg pain were gone, and all my earlier timidity vanished: "Are you interested in joining the church?"

The old man pulled out an old book from somewhere, opened it, and showed it to Green.

"Our Church of Abundance worships the nameless goddess of the forest. Young man, if you are willing to join, I will immediately appoint you as a vice bishop."

Green glanced at the tattered scripture and said disdainfully, "Is your shabby church just you alone?"

"How...how could this be?"

The old priest blushed and argued vehemently.

"Our church still has more than ten members! They've all gone back to farming, but everyone still comes here to pray every Whale Peace Day."

"Tsk tsk tsk, how pathetic. Here's some money for you to go for a two-hour stroll outside, but hurry up and make room for me."

Green stuffed a few gold coins into the old priest's hand and eagerly pushed him outside.

"Wait a minute, young man, think it over. How about you become a high priest? As long as you believe in the forest goddess, you're sure to have a bountiful harvest next year!"

"Please, I'm begging you, just get out of here..."

……

After getting rid of the old priest, Green finally breathed a sigh of relief.

He carefully checked the area around the church and only sat back down next to Rem after confirming that no one was around.

"Rem, my darling, let me smell you again..."

Rem raised her hand and gently pushed away Grimm's pouting lips.

She had now snapped out of her daze, and was still somewhat shaken by the sudden appearance of the old priest.

"Grimm, let's not stay here, Rem is worried..."

Grimm took a deep breath, suppressing the anger in his heart, and reached out to ruffle Rem's hair.

"Okay, whatever you say."

Rem leaned gently against Grimm's chest, wrapping her arms tightly around his waist, a look of unease flashing in her eyes.

"Mr. Green, what do you think we are right now?"

"You're just unlucky..."

"Huh?" Rem looked up abruptly, her expression one of disbelief and shock.

"Just kidding, baby." Green pulled Rem back into his arms, his chin stroking her hair.

"I once read a sentence in a book that said having a good feeling is liking someone, and if that liking can stand the test of time, then it is love."

What are we to each other? I'll answer that with my actions...

Rem was touched, but still lightly punched Grimm's thigh in dissatisfaction, saying in a coquettish tone, "No, Rem wants to hear it now."

Grimm leaned down and whispered in Rem's flushed ear, "Rem, you are my future wife."

squeak-

The church door was pushed open a crack, and the old priest slowly poked his head in, a fawning expression on his face: "Do you need a marriage officiant?"

"Damn it, can you please get up already?!"

Green suddenly sprang to his feet, grabbed a handful of gold coins, and threw them at the old priest.

"Ouch, my face!"

The old priest quickly closed the door to stop them.

Once all the gold coins had fallen to the ground with a clatter, he immediately pushed the door open again, lay down on the floor, and quickly picked up the gold coins one by one and put them into his pocket.

The donation from Green, the top donor, is equivalent to several years' income for the church.

Rem quickly pulled back the impulsive Grimm and calmed him down.

"Mr. Green, you can't hit an old man... Let's leave here first."

"I really can't stay here any longer."

Green, carrying large and small bags, stormed out of the church with Rem by the hand.

The old priest quickly chased after them, shouting loudly.

"When you get married, please consider our Abundance Church! The Forest Goddess will surely bless your love!"

……

The sky was gradually darkening, and the streetlights were coming on.

Having received Green's reply, Rem was no longer satisfied with just holding hands; instead, she tightly embraced Green's arm.

The two stood close together, like a couple deeply in love walking down the street.

Feeling the soft touch on his arm, Green was somewhat distracted and deeply immersed in the warmth.

call--

A night breeze blew by, carrying a slight chill.

Green's eyes snapped open, his wild instincts kicking in at full power.

He caught a whiff of a familiar fragrance in the gentle breeze.

It doesn't have the sweet, girlish feel of Rem.

It's more like a black rose soaked in the night breeze, wrapped in a faint scent of rust and cool leather.

"Elsa!"

Grimm embraced Rem, placing his hand on her abdomen to protect her securely.

Rem bit her lower lip and gave Grimm a reproachful look.

Grimm is such a lecherous man; Rem isn't going to run away.

Grimm didn't notice Rem's changing expression; instead, he kept searching for that dangerous figure in the crowd.

found it!

In the shadows of the street corner, a man wearing a black cloak and a hood was hurrying along.

After a few quick movements, they entered a shop with the words "Hexin Pharmacy" hanging on the wall.

Grimm patted Rem on the shoulder and pulled away from the girl's embrace.

"Rem, take your things and go back to Emilia first. I have some things to take care of, so I might not be back tonight."

Rem quickly grabbed Grimm's sleeve and handed him a box of tree cakes.

"Mr. Green, you haven't had dinner yet, take this with you!"

Green smiled and nodded as he accepted it, then immediately turned around and adopted a serious expression before walking into the crowd.

This scene truly evokes a sense of destiny, like when Tanjiro finally finds Muzan.

Elsa, you barged in here on your own.