From RE0, Sato Kazuma decided to cheat on food and drink

"I don't know why, but I'm not happy to hear your praise."

Aqua, on the other hand, had an expression that showed she had no will to live.

Jules, however, said with a mournful expression:

"Um, were my previous words and actions really like that?"

Although he found it hard to believe, after seeing that the few witch cultists had no reaction, Juss realized the reality.

It wasn't just Aqua who was heartbroken, but also Jus.

“That’s right.”

"I'm so sorry..."

"Let's get out of here quickly, and see if we can find you a new body while we're at it."

"Many thanks!"

. . . . . .

After a period of turmoil, Kazuma Sato and the others successfully escaped from the Witch Cult's stronghold openly and legitimately.

"Did they actually manage to weather this crisis?"

Natsuki Subaru turned his head in disbelief to look at the cave behind him.

This time, they managed to overcome the crisis without bloodshed.

These witch cultists held the Archbishop of Sin in great awe and obeyed his every command. After the Archbishop left, the witch cultists prepared to leave as well.

Fortunately, only one Bishop of Sloth came forward this time.

If there are other high-ranking bishops, then things will get complicated.

"Everyone, thank you so much! I don't know how to repay this kindness!"

Jus bowed deeply to everyone present and remained so for more than ten seconds without standing up.

Just as he left, Jules also found a fingertip and changed his body.

At least now I look like a normal person.

"I know how to pay it back!"

Just then, Aqua, who was standing to the side, said with a smile.

"What is it? As long as it's within my power, I will definitely do it, Lady Aqua."

Jus said to Aqua very seriously.

He was able to regain his senses thanks to Aqua's help, so he would always fulfill whatever conditions Aqua made.

"You were previously a bishop, weren't you? Something like a high priest? Were you responsible for preaching or something like that?"

"Pretty much, I think. When I was still conscious, I was basically doing related things too."

"In that case, join my Axis Cult!"

Aqua patted her chest and said,

"Our Axis Cult is currently short-staffed, and anyone who joins can become a High Priest!"

"Useless goddess, your statements are just like those fraudulent TV commercials!"

"I'm not scamming anyone!"

"The Axis Cult? What is that? I'm sorry, I've been out of touch with this world for too long, and there are many things I don't know."

Jus shook his head.

"This is my cult! The people in it are so nice, and they speak so sweetly. I love my cult so much! Now is the perfect time to join! They even give out figurines and snacks!"

Aqua said very seriously, handing the application form she was carrying to the other party.

"You've been prepared to win over others at all times, haven't you?"

"That's right, have you forgotten why I came here last time?"

In the previous playthrough, Aqua was planning to find an opportunity to recruit some followers from the Witch Cult.

However, he was later hunted down and killed.

"Axis religion..."

Jus's gaze gradually deepened.

He was a follower of the witch's cult, so naturally he wouldn't easily betray her.

However, Juss was also very clear that the current Witch Cult was completely different from the cult he used to know.

These people are nothing more than a group of terrorists who use the witch's name to commit evil deeds.

There's no need for me to stay there any longer.

Although Jus didn't spend much time with Aqua and Kazuma Sato, he felt that the two of them weren't bad people.

Moreover, Kazuma Sato is even Beatrice's contractor.

"However, Jus, I have to warn you in advance. As I mentioned before, this Aqua and Emilia, whom you know, although they have a good relationship at the moment, will both be competitors in the future royal selection."

At that moment, Sato Kazuma, unusually serious, spoke to Jus.

"So I think you shouldn't rush to sign. Didn't you say you wanted to see Emilia? Make your choice after you see her."

Beatrice turned her head slightly to look at Kazuma Sato, but did not say anything.

"Hey, Emilia and I are drinking buddies!"

"A drinking buddy? Emilia has already learned to drink?!?!"

"I was a little excited," Jules said, but he quickly regained his composure, and a relieved smile appeared on his face.

"So, quite a bit of time has passed. It's only natural that Emilia has grown up. Thank you very much for reminding me, Kazuma-sama. Lady Aqua, if it's alright, may I go and see Emilia first?"

"Alright, alright! Who can blame me when this goddess is beautiful inside and out!"

Soon, Kazuma Sato and the others returned to the mansion.

At that moment, Beatrice slowly reached out and took Sato Kazuma's hand.

"Sigh, are you trying to frame me as a bastard?"

“Idiot and real, Betty thanks you on behalf of Jules.”

Beatrice looked up and smiled at Kazuma Sato, her butterfly-like eyes seeming to sparkle with something.

"no need thank me?"

"I asked, Kazuma Sato."

“Although you didn’t say it, Betty could tell from their previous words that the Witch Cult’s purpose in coming here this time was not just to cause destruction, but for Emilia. This is what they call a trial, and it’s definitely not just about being implicated. If Jus knew, he probably would never forgive himself for the rest of his life.”

"What? I have no idea about any of these things."

Kazuma Sato immediately replied.

"Idiot Kazuma."

Beatrice gripped Sato Kazuma's hand, and seemed to tighten her grip even more.

"Betty made the right choice in choosing you."

The sound was so soft that only she could hear it.

"I'm warning you, let go right now, I don't want to be mistaken for a lolicon!"

"You idiot, Kazuma!"

Chapter 85: Jules? Sorry, I don't remember that name.

“Betty, do you know what? Last night you talked in your sleep and said you would allow me to call you ‘little girl’ for a hundred years.”

"Even if Betty were dead, she would never say such a thing!"

Kazuma Sato and Beatrice were bickering.

"Everyone, you're back. Is something wrong with you going out so late?"

Emilia walked up to the group and asked in confusion.

Emilia knew nothing about the Witch Cult.

"Is this the half-elf?"

Elsa narrowed her eyes slightly, her gaze fixed on Emilia.

The other party was one of my original targets.

"Hey, Elsa, don't do anything weird all of a sudden!"

Kazuma Sato looked at Elsa with some nervousness.

"Don't worry, Kazuma-sama, that was my previous mission. After all, I failed in the end. She still managed to participate in the royal selection, so I won't continue it."

"really?"

Kazuma Sato looked at Elsa beside him in disbelief.

"As expected of Lord Kazuma, he really understands me. After all, I've never cut open the intestines of a half-elf before~"

"After we return to the capital, I'll let you sell as many sausages as you want."

"I don't quite understand it, but it seems so great! Kazuma-sama, you're amazing."

Meanwhile, Natsuki Subaru had already brought Jus to Emilia's side.

"Lamu said something unusual happened in the forest earlier, and we were a little worried at night, so we went to check it out with Kazuma and Aqua."

Subaru Natsuki explained with a smile.

"Thank you so much for your hard work! May I ask if this gentleman is Subaru's friend?"

Emilia's gaze fell on Jus, who was standing next to Subaru Natsuki.

Looking at Emilia in front of him, tears streamed down Jus's face.

I don't know how much time has passed, ... exactly how much time has passed.

He finally saw Emilia again.

Even though a long time had passed and the person looked very different from what he remembered, Jus still recognized the person in front of him at a glance.

In his memory, Emilia was just a little child, as tall as his thigh.

But now, she has grown into a beautiful young woman.

Over the years, Emilia must have endured a lot of hardship.

If only I could stay with Emilia as she grows up.

But there is no if...

Emotions surged forth like a burst dam, gushing from Juss's heart, and even more tears welled up in his eyes.

"Oh, please let me know if there's anything I can help you with!"

Emilia immediately spoke to Jus.

"I... I don't need anything, Emilia, it's been so long! Just seeing you again is enough."

Jus wiped the tears from his forehead and cheeks, and a joyful smile appeared on his face.

"Huh? Do you recognize me? I'm so sorry, I don't quite remember you..."

Emilia said somewhat shyly, bowing to the other person.

"It's alright, after all, my appearance is very different now than before—I'm Jus, Emilia!"

Jus smiled and said his name.

He wasn't sure how Emilia would react when she heard his name.

Excitement? Joy? Sorrow?

Jules was also unsure.