Re:Zero: Starting from the Great Transformation

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If we ignore the premise that Rudeus is currently in ED state.

But speaking of such a candidate, isn't Sarah the one?

……

After nightfall, the convoy stopped.

The burning bonfire illuminated the moonless night.

The crisp sound of burning firewood added a bit of noise to the night.

As the convoy gradually went deeper into the forest, the frequency of monsters appearing became more and more frequent. They had to be ready to deal with any monsters that might appear during the day, and even more so at night.

So as soon as night falls, they will stop moving forward and sprinkle powder around to repel monsters.

This is how we spent the relatively dangerous night.

Night watchmen are naturally indispensable.

Basically, two people are assigned to take turns on night watch every night.

Today I will be on duty for the first half of the night.

I stared at the burning bonfire in boredom. It was said that I was keeping watch, but in fact there was nothing to do.

Although there are more monsters here than in the Kingdom of Asura, their strength and number are incomparable to those in the Demon Continent.

This kind of powder that drives away monsters would have no effect at all if it were used on the Demon Continent.

But here it can have an unexpected effect.

I mean, there's nothing to do.

"Thank you for your hard work. Leave the rest of the night to me."

While I was daydreaming, light footsteps approached from behind.

The girl with short golden hair came to the campfire while rubbing her eyes.

Sarah.

We take turns keeping watch tonight.

I stayed for the first half of the night and she stayed for the second half.

I watched Sarah slowly sit down in front of the campfire, but did not leave immediately. Instead, I planned to wait a little longer.

However, this move aroused Sarah's suspicion.

"I say, why don't you go back and rest?"

"Well... because you look like you just woke up and are still a little sleepy. So I think it won't be too late to go back when you're a little more alert."

"...You're surprisingly gentle."

Sarah said in a slightly odd tone.

Gentle?

I don't think so.

It's just about being responsible for everyone's safety.

And to be honest, I have been doing this kind of harmless things to show a little care to my juniors since I came into this world.

It has become a habit by now, right?

"so."

Seeing that I had no intention of leaving, Sarah started talking to me with interest.

"What's with your nickname, Gut Ripper...?"

"that……"

When I mentioned this, I couldn't help but smile bitterly.

Because whenever I need to fight seriously, I have to use magic crystals.

However, magic crystals cannot be kept in the body for a long time.

So after the battle, in order to get the magic crystal out as quickly as possible, I had to use the old method and cut open the stomach to take out the magic crystal.

Such a scene was naturally a bit creepy in the eyes of the teammates who were on the adventure together. Moreover, no one believed that there was anyone in the world without magic power.

Over time, people began to spread rumors.

Then I was nicknamed the Gut Ripper.

Fortunately, after I realized something was wrong, I started to try not to carry out commissions with other people, and also tried to avoid doing such creepy things in front of other people. This slightly curbed the speed at which the nickname spread.

Having said that…

Bruno is indeed a knowledgeable businessman.

I don't know where I heard this nickname from.

I can only express my helplessness about this.

"It's hard to explain with words, but if I fight with all my strength, it will turn out like that."

"...So, you haven't been fighting at your full strength so far?"

"You could say that, because if I use my full strength... well, you'll understand then."

Regarding Sarah's question.

I can only explain it in such pale and powerless language.

I really hope she won't keep asking this question.

Fortunately, Sarah seemed to see my embarrassment and considerately skipped the topic.

Instead, there is another slightly heavier topic.

"Come to think of it, that guy's name is Rudeus, right?"

"What's wrong with that guy? He sighs all day long, as if someone owes him money."

Sarah's tone was somewhat dissatisfied.

Obviously, the time they spent together made her very dissatisfied with Rudeus.

It’s not that I can’t understand it.

After all, being in the same room with a guy who exudes negative energy every day is unbearable for anyone. Even I can't stand Rudeus's current state.

And if we want to get Rudeus out of his current state...

It's impossible for me to do it.

"..."

We were chatting like this, and before I knew it I was getting a little tired.

You'd better go back and rest.

I thought so.

Just as I was about to get up and leave, Sarah suddenly looked at me.

"Come to think of it, you've known that guy named Rudeus for a long time, right? What kind of person is he? Why does he always look so hopeless? Do you have any idea?"

"So, do you want to hear about him?"

I sat down again and asked with a smile.

"..."

I don't know if it's my delusion.

Perhaps the bonfire was too warm at night, and a blush flashed across Sarah's face.

She curled up her legs, buried her chin between her knees, and muttered softly:

"...If you're not in a hurry to go to bed, you might as well tell me about it."

"Then let me tell you a little bit."

……

The result lasted until dawn.

I stayed up all night.

Adventurer: 28, Arrival at Rosenberg

Communication can bring people closer together.

That's absolutely true.

That evening, Sarah and I talked for a long time.

At first, I just wanted to chat for a while and leave when Sarah was no longer sleepy.

As a result, Sarah listened very carefully, so I kept talking.

When you come to your senses.

It's daybreak.

As a result, I felt listless the whole next day and had no motivation at all.

But fortunately, it's all worth it.

After that night's conversation, Sarah also learned about Rudius's past experiences and what he had experienced so far. She also realized that Rudius was not a noble.

Therefore, his attitude towards Rudius naturally softened.

Did Rudeus himself notice this?

I think there should be.

After all, Rudeus is not some slow-witted male protagonist.

But even though he noticed it, he still didn't react.

He seemed to have not noticed Sarah's slight change in attitude.

It’s not that I can’t understand.

After all, he should still be immersed in the pain of losing Alice.

Speaking of Alice...

Now she has left Rudeus and followed Gilenu to the Holy Land of Sword.

She would probably continue to train there until she earned the title of Mad Sword King.

When she comes back, her strength will reach the level of Sword Emperor.