The Beginning of Total War

Hane's dark expression gradually softened.

"I know. That's why you, more than anyone, need to understand what to do. Cherish what you have now. It's what she wanted, too!"

Hane stepped forward and gently patted Subaru Natsuki on the shoulder.

Subaru Natsuki nodded silently.

With everything settled, the Witch's Space began to crumble.

Emilia had been searching the Holy Land for Subaru Natsuki when a familiar figure appeared in the distance, accompanied by several women she did not recognize but somehow felt close to.

Among them stood the person she had been looking for.

"Ang! Thank goodness you're all right!"

Emilia hurried over to Subaru Natsuki, her voice trembling with excitement.

But when Subaru Natsuki looked at her, a deeply conflicted look flashed through his eyes. Then he pulled her into a tight embrace.

"Emilia, it's all over. So you need to take good care of yourself, too!"

Caught in his arms, Emilia froze. Then she noticed everyone watching, and her face flushed crimson.

"Ang! Shouldn't you be saying that to yourself? And could you let go of me first? Everyone's watching."

Her voice grew quieter with every word. With so many people looking on, she was so embarrassed she wanted to run away.

"All right, you idiot! Look where you are. If you want to cuddle, find somewhere private!"

Hane's scolding brought Subaru Natsuki's excitement to an abrupt end. He saw seven or eight pairs of eyes fixed on him and froze just like Emilia.

"I... I... I just couldn't help myself!"

Subaru Natsuki tried desperately to hide his embarrassment, but the more he did, the more the Witches behind Hane wanted to tease him.

The Witch of Wrath skipped up behind Emilia and wrapped her arms around her.

"Emilia, I heard hugging a man can get you pregnant!