At this moment, she is like an "adult," while Kujavina is the "child."

Although the rhythm of the attack has shifted to Kujavina's control, it is clear that at this moment—the roles of offense and defense have reversed!

Suddenly, a chorus erupted! The chorus, mingled with children's voices, heralded the start of the counterattack!

In an instant, Peruvieri appeared in front of Kujavina and sent her flying with a powerful kick, crashing through the ceiling.

Unlike her previous use of leverage, this time Peruvieri's speed was so fast that Kujavina had no time to block. She crashed into the ceiling, shattering the 'cage' that bound the bird, and coughed up blood.

A bird that's been tethered will never fly. Am I no exception?

These are the 'rules' you set, but rules cannot bind the 'King'.

Peruvieri's voice was low and somber: "You—"

She raised her hand, and as she did so, flames condensed in her hand, transforming into a scythe.

"—Unworthy!"

Unworthy of what? Unworthy of calling herself "Mother"! Unworthy of telling me what a true "King" is!

Because—someone has already told me...that I will become a very good "king".

With a single swing of the blade, flames erupted, and a surging heatwave, carrying terrifying power, engulfed Kujavina and the 'cage' together.

As the pillar of flames rose, only Peruvieri remained in the center of the fire, gazing up at the towering pillar of flames and the sky.

I have shattered the 'cage' and 'fate,' Clementine, may you soar in the sky, may you not be tainted by fate.

Some say that growing up is the process of gradually breaking free from shackles.

Fate has set cruel rules for us, making us turn our blades against each other.

But now—I point my blade at 'destiny'! Let me bury the last rays of the setting sun and welcome the rising sun...

This will be a "redemption," a "redemption" that fails to redeem anyone, a "redemption" brought about by a "curse."

Finally, Peruvieri sat down in the chair, a blue chair that resembled the throne at the beginning of the animation.

But this is not the throne of a "king," it is the throne of a "mortal," the throne of a prisoner.

Just like the white rabbit at the beginning, Peruvieri sat in a chair with her hair covering one of her eyes.

Beneath this seat lie countless 'bones,' as if piles of dolls are holding the 'throne' high. What are they saying? Are they declaring you king?

No, can a "king" without subjects still be called a king?

Looking up, she saw the beautiful aurora borealis outside the window. Peruvier's expression changed slightly, and she opened her mouth wide in surprise.

What a beautiful aurora! This is the 'winter aurora' you told me about. Now that I've seen it, does it mean I've grown up?

But why is it that your smile from back then is on my mind right now? Could it be that I already saw my own 'autumn'?

Arecino closed her eyes in the theater. She had seen the aurora borealis countless times, but never once with her.

The promise we made as children can no longer be kept.

So, could I perhaps encounter the soul of my old friend once more?

I don't believe such a thing exists, but if it were you, I would want to believe it.

I believe in meeting you again, and I believe in the next life.

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Character Voice Acting - Arecino: About Ember Song

“I am very grateful to Mr. Lin Qiu. He wrote the story very well, and the children love it... I... love it too.”

Chapter 298 Only those with a 'heart' have psychological effects.

As she pondered, she suddenly remembered Wendy's story, and Aregino felt a pang of pain in her heart, lowering her head and closing her eyes.

God, can I experience this too?

God did indeed give her the opportunity to become a good "king".

'I have forgiven your sins and given you a new name.'

'Carry on this blood-stained name, you wretched, mad, cursed—'servant.'

In this scene, the clown is proclaiming the decree of the Ice Queen.

Behind the clown were skirmishers, a lady, and a captain, all wearing the distinctive cloaks of an executive officer.

In the previous Winter Night Fool's Play, the two characters, the Soldier and the Lady, did not participate. Oh, no, the Lady did participate, but she just didn't show her face.

Anyway, this time the audience got to see what the two of them looked like in cloaks.

The scene shifts, and there's 'Kakavasya' (crossed out).

A blond boy drags a tattered bag through the ruins, like a vulture searching for the flesh of the dead, which he uses to survive.

Arecino (Peruvieri) appeared in front of the little boy and reached out to touch his hair.

Arecino: "Come with me, I will raise you—"

The boy looked up, and his lifeless eyes reflected Arecino's figure. Although the person in front of him had a cold expression, she did not inspire fear.

Arecino continued, "Like a strict and cold-blooded—'father'."

My 'rising sun' will never appear, so let me become the afterglow of the setting sun, and a 'stepping stone' for the 'rising sun'.

The screen went dark, and a line of text appeared:

Fate has set cruel rules for us, so I will turn the blade against it.

Then, when the cage shattered—

May the gentle flames burn away the unopened flowers, and may songs echo even in the ashes.

—Song in the Ashes.

Arecino tried to control her emotions, but no matter how hard she tried, she couldn't help but think, "See you in the next life."

The calm, restrained, and tearless "father" doesn't think about "see you in the next life," but only when facing you, I am not a "father," not a "servant," not a "king."

I am—Peruvéri.

Everyone thought the story was over, and some were even preparing to wipe away their tears and leave.

It's just a little strange, where is Lady Funina? Wasn't she supposed to be in the show? I haven't seen her. Where's such a big Funina? She's so blue, she should be quite eye-catching, right?

Suddenly, music started playing. The singing that followed the end of the performance was like the embers left after a fire, a song from the ashes.

Funina's voice reached everyone's ears; her voice was gentle, and she was singing—Kokoro no Shi (psychological effect).

A new work equals a new creation, right?

Lin Qiu said, "Peipei, this is the new work you wanted. You're welcome."

After the intro started, Funina began to sing the lyrics.

Hey, if only we could give up everything.

Does living with a smile make things easier?

The black scene lit up again, like a flame reigniting in the ashes.

The image shows Clementine's smiling face, with lyrics written beside her, as if she were speaking from the heart.

If she could give up everything, perhaps she could really live a carefree and smiling life?

If she weren't the "servant's" daughter, she would have drawn her sword against Kujavina, wouldn't she?

I'm sorry, Peruvieri, but between family and friends, I only dare to draw my sword and face myself...

Hey, if only we could forget everything.

Does living without crying make things easier?

The scene shifts to Arecino, who is in the same state as Clévie when she died, her head bowed, her face somber, rain streaming down her cheeks.

No one knows if she cried or not, but if she could forget everything, she could live without crying, right?

After all, he was the only person who could make her cry, someone she didn't understand, yet whose heart ached for her.

If I could forget... but can I really forget?

My heart is also unique and irreplaceable.

Funina's singing became high-pitched, even 'crazy,' as if she was venting her emotions.

Just destroy my body, tear it apart, do whatever you want with it.

No matter how much she called out, how much she struggled, or how much she cried until her eyes were swollen and red.

Scenes flashed by, the first being Kujavina's smile, and then the screen turned red.

An invisible force, seemingly called 'fate,' was destroying and tearing at the black figure, which appeared to be Clementine's body.

The black shadows splashed ink, but what was that ink? Tears? Blood?

Faced with this fate, she cried out, struggled, and wept, yet in front of Peruvieri, she still wore that captivating smile.

The song included a line from a previous episode of the show, spoken by Peruvieri: "Do mothers and daughters argue?"

The music paused for a moment, and Clementine didn't answer. After a while, she smiled and said, "The aurora borealis in winter, let's go see it together when we're older?"

You still hold me tightly, never to be separated.

The scene shifts, and Clementine is dead, but she is still using her last strength to hold onto Peruvieri.

This, coupled with Funina's singing, is even more heartbreaking.

Then, in the next moment, Funina's singing was no longer 'soaring', but seemed to be expressing her feelings, speaking softly.

Hey, if only my wish could come true.

I want to have the same things as you.

The image shows two dolls leaning against each other, namely 'Cravie' and 'Peruvieri'.

They read books together, caught fish together, and picked fruit together.

Then the scene shifts again, showing two soft lights in the foreground and Peruvian and Clementine embracing in the background.

Against the red background, the blue flowers appear quite serene and peaceful.

However, the red color eventually broke the tranquility; it was a splash of red.

My heart is also unique.

A bright red heart beat, and then a sharp sword pierced it.

The camera cuts to a close-up, and Clementine, in Peruvieri's arms, is already exhausted, but she seems to want to say something; this is her last chance.

Peruvier was heartbroken, and in her heart she cried out:

Stop! Stop!

Clementine smiled gently: "I'm sorry... thank you..."

Don't be so gentle with me!!!

Peruvier knelt beside Crevie, her hands covered in blood.

Rainwater streamed down her face, and she desperately tried to stop the bleeding from Clementine's hands, the cursed black stained red.

But the blood flowed like rain; she couldn't stop it, she just couldn't stop it... she couldn't stop it.

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Character Voice - Venti: About Kokoro

"Although it wasn't sung for my story... it still evoked many emotions. Sigh, Lin Qiu, the payment you gave me isn't enough..."

Chapter 299 "Doing It with My Heart"

The song continued:

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