Desperate Return to Modern Japan

The metallic taste of blood filled Subaru's mouth as he struggled against his bindings. Through swollen eyes, he watched the chaos unfold before him – a desperate battle against cultists.

Rem moved like a blur, her morning star carving a path through enemies, tears streaming down her face. Emilia stood with hand extended, ice crystals forming as Puck floated above her.

Ignoring the burning pain, Subaru pulled against the ropes. "Stop!" he tried to shout. "You need to run! They're too many-"

An explosion rocked the ground, purple light filling his vision. The witch's miasma grew thick. Reality bent and twisted behind him.

"The witch's presence grows stronger!" Puck warned. More cultists emerged. Rem and Emilia fought closer.

The air grew heavy, space tearing behind Subaru. It was a portal. Rem reached him first, grabbing his arm. "I won't let go!"

Emilia wrapped her arms around them as the pull intensified. "We're staying together!"

The world blurred, colors swirled. They were falling through open air. Impact. Subaru opened his eyes to familiar pavement, streetlights buzzing. The convenience store stood across the street.

"Subaru-kun!" Rem's voice was filled with concern. She helped him sit up, her eyes widening at their surroundings.

Emilia turned slowly, staring at the buildings. Puck materialized beside her, bewildered.

"This is..." Subaru's voice trembled. "This is my world. We're in Japan."