King's Banquet? / King's Banquet

The chilling air was so intense that people around it unconsciously avoided it, and the distance they went around it kept increasing.

The area around the two people gradually formed a rather conspicuous large circle on the crowded street.

"What bad luck to run into a bastard like you!" After a moment of silence, Gilgamesh curled his lip, put his hands in the pockets of his black trousers, wore a white shirt and a gold Necklace, and looked at Arthur with disdain.

"Want revenge for last night?" Arthur said with a faint smile.

He was completely unfazed by Gilgamesh's insulting words.

Just like the attitude of the King of Conquerors, a true king is never provoked by words.

Was Gilgamesh very angry last night?

Was Gilgamesh very angry last night?

He was indeed furious, and almost used 'Ea'.

If it weren't for Tokiomi Tohsaka's intervention, last night's battle would have been extremely fierce.

But that anger was only because Gilgamesh was annoyed by Arthur's offense against the king.

That battle ended inconclusively, and they suffered several defeats at Arthur's hands.

However, none of this would make Gilgamesh any murderous intent towards Arthur.

That night's humiliation, ironically, became an honor for him in acknowledging Arthur as a hero.

To be able to injure the only king in the world is truly commendable.

Therefore, neither last night nor now, Arthur sensed a trace of killing intent from Gilgamesh.

Anger is different from murderous intent. When the King of Heroes harbors murderous intent towards someone, it means he will take it seriously.

If the King of Heroes gets serious, then apart from Arthur, no Servant can stand against him.

That's the terrifying thing Servant the highest level of Servants!

Of course, Gilgamesh is the strongest among Servants, but we don't know about Heroic Spirits.

"Don't be too smug. Next time, I will bury you myself." Gilgamesh, undeterred by Arthur's words, said, "Rest assured! As a reward for wounding me, you will be given a grand funeral."

"I'm really looking forward to it!" Arthur replied with an undiminished smile.

The two spoke casually, yet a tense atmosphere permeated the surroundings. Their emerald green and red pupils seemed to intertwine to form a horizon, sparking flashes of light.

"It's daytime now, so I'll allow you to live a little longer." Gilgamesh said, one hand in his pocket and the other thumb jabbing behind him, his voice brooking no refusal, "But as a price, you'll face my punishment on another battlefield!"

Arthur looked in the direction Gilgamesh pointing and said, unusually speechless, "You didn't just come from a casino, did you?"

Yes, the place Gilgamesh was referring to was a large, luxurious casino.

"Hmph! In this ugly world, only these little trinkets can interest me." Gilgamesh's words proved that he, like Arthur, was out looking for something to amuse himself.

"I don't gamble!" Arthur shook his head and said slowly, "I only know how to bet on 'big or small'."

"Huh? As a king, albeit a 'false king' whom I don't acknowledge, you don't even know this?" Gilgamesh was unusually surprised, and said with disdain, "It seems you were quite a 'Wise King Gilgamesh' in your previous life."

"How did you find out?" Arthur's eyes showed slight surprise. Could it be that Gilgamesh used the Sha Naqba Imuru?

That shouldn't be the case. Even if he caused Gilgamesh a few minor setbacks, would he really use such a specially restricted power for someone as insignificant as Gilgamesh?

Moreover, he possesses the 'Attribute Concealment)' ability, meaning that not only attributes but also the ability to foresee the past and future will prevent anyone from finding out his origins.

Even if the Sha Naqba Imuru is only at the (EX) level, he shouldn't be able to see through his identity.

Chapter 294 The King’s Banquet?

"Don't compare me to you bastard 'false kings.' My eyes aren't so blind as to miss a person's aura," Gilgamesh said disdainfully. "Besides, possessing that mental attack aura, even if you're not a king, you're still a nobody."

"Is that so..." Arthur paused for a moment, a sudden realization flashing through his mind.

It seems that even with my humble abilities, I am no match for these kings who are skilled in governing and strategizing.

If that's the case, then Gilgamesh wasn't the only one who saw through Arthur's identity.

We should probably also add a seemingly foolish but actually wise King of Conquerors.

"Oh, you guys are here too?!"

At that moment, a voice that was both strange and familiar suddenly reached Arthur and Gilgamesh's ears.

Looking to the side, one could see a two-meter-tall, Red-Hair giant with a massive build, wearing a miniature T-shirt that revealed his incredibly thick muscles, leading a boy toward them.

It was none other than the King of Conquerors and Waver!

"Hmph! What bad luck to run into you two bastards at the same time." Upon seeing the King of Conquerors's appearance, Gilgamesh immediately lost all interest in punishing Arthur at the casino, and snorted coldly with his arms crossed.

"Hahaha... I didn't expect to run into the two of you here, what a coincidence!" The King of Conquerors laughed nonchalantly, a stark contrast to Waver was already trembling beside him.

He walked over, scratching his head, then suddenly his eyes lit up and he said, "By the way, I heard that the little girl, King of Knights, has a very big house over there. Shall we go there and hold a royal banquet?"

"You bastard, I'll say it again!" Gilgamesh said with displeasure, "The only true king in the world is myself; all others are 'false kings' who have not been recognized by me."

"Even if you say that, it doesn't change the fact that I am the famous King of Conquerors, Iskandar!" the King of Conquerors said, repeating the same statement.

However, the two of them spouting kingly pronouncements on the street were seen as having adolescent delusions by outsiders.

"Hmph! A gathering of bastards who call themselves [Kings], how interesting." Perhaps it was daytime, or perhaps he had figured out the King of Conquerors's personality, Gilgamesh was too lazy to pursue the matter further, but he continued to insult the King of Conquerors and Saber.

"And what about this unknown 'king'?" Seeing that Gilgamesh 'agreed,' the King of Conquerors turned his gaze to Arthur.

The words that came out not only made Waver's eyes widen, but also confirmed Arthur's guess.

Those who once conquered the world are indeed extraordinary figures.

"R... Rider, Lancer, is he the King?" Waver instinctively hid behind the King of Conquerors and asked in a low voice.

"Eh--You can feel that overwhelming aura, can't you see it?" The King of Conquerors asked in surprise, then stroked his chin and said, "Speaking of which, the young King of Knights who fought Lancer didn't seem to see it either. This king's judgment is really lacking."

After saying that, the King of Conquerors quickly put those things aside and laughed heartily at Gilgamesh and Arthur, "Since you've agreed, remember to be on time tonight!"

"Let's go, little Master! Let's prepare the wine for tonight!"

Ignoring Arthur and Gilgamesh's reactions, the King of Conquerors left with Waver.

"Hmph, the best way to punish you is definitely on the battlefield." Gilgamesh said disdainfully to Arthur before walking off in another direction.

Arthur: "..."

Arthur: "..."

Arthur could only remain silent in the face of the King of Conquerors and Gilgamesh.

Although I said I would gamble on Sic Bo, when did I ever agree to gamble with him?

Besides, when did I agree to attend the banquet?!

A sly smile suddenly appeared on Arthur's face.

Unexpectedly, this casual stroll to kill time not only led to a better understanding of these kings, but also participation in the King’s Banquet.

It was a pretty good delivery!

With that in mind, Arthur continued his stroll.

This time, Arthur didn't encounter any unexpected people or events. He went to the arcade and played a video game that he was very familiar with from his previous life.

After nightfall, they headed towards the meeting place.

A castle located in the forest, named Einzbern Castle.

At this moment, the castle is welcoming an uninvited guest.

'Rumble--'

The night sky, filled with countless stars, was suddenly filled with the sounds of thunder Inazuma.

Two bulls, riding on lightning, pulled the carriage through the air.

Saber and Irisviel were drawn out by the sound of thunder.

Seeing the King of Conquerors descend from the sky, Saber quickly shielded Irisviel behind her, staring at King of Conquerors warily, and said in a deep voice, "Rider, what are you doing here?"

"Don't look at me like I'm facing a formidable enemy. I'm here to have a drink with you." The King of Conquerors, carrying a wine barrel and wearing a miniature T-shirt, laughed heartily without a hint of apology. "There were too many trees in the yard, it must have been inconvenient for you to get in and out, right? So I cut some down for you. You're welcome!"

"Rider... you bastard!!" Saber was furious and didn't know what to say.

"Hey... King of Knights, why don't you change into modern clothes? Always wearing that armor is too stiff." At this moment, the King of Conquerors said helplessly.

"What exactly do you want?" Saber seemed to sense no hostility from the King of Conquerors, and her initially wary expression relaxed slightly, but she still asked with a serious face.

He didn't seem angry about the title of "King of Conquerors"!

Perhaps they've gotten used to it; or perhaps they've figured out the King of Conquerors's personality.

Perhaps I've simply forgotten to care again!

"Didn't I tell you? I came to drink with you!" The King of Conquerors patted the wine barrel on his shoulder, finally stopping calling her by her name and instead laughing, "Saber, do you dare accept the challenge?"

Chapter 295 The King’s Banquet

In the central garden of Einzbern Castle, Saber, Irisviel, the King of Conquerors, and Waver chose it as the venue for their banquet.

The King of Conquerors took the lead, sitting down and placing the wine barrel beside him, treating the place as his own territory without any hesitation.

Waver sat next to him, while Saber and Irisviel sat opposite him.

'Bang!'

Suddenly, the King of Conquerors smashed the lid of the wine barrel, and a little of the grape-colored wine spilled out, filling the air with the aroma of red wine.

"Although the shape is a bit strange, it seems to be a drinking vessel from this country." The King of Conquerors scooped up a spoonful of wine and took a hearty sip.

A trickle of wine slid down his chin. The King of Conquerors ladled another spoonful of wine and handed it to Saber, casually remarking, "I've heard that only those who are qualified can obtain the Holy Grail?"

"And the ritual for selecting that qualification is the Holy Grail War!"

Saber took the ladle, downed the red wine without hesitation, wiped the liquid from her lips with her thumb, and stared at the King of Conquerors with her beautiful emerald eyes, asking, "So, you want to test your strength against me?"

"That's right, a true contest in the name of the King, between the King of Knights and the King of Conquerors, to see who is more deserving of the Holy Grail." The King of Conquerors said solemnly, then instantly relaxed, scratching his head and laughing, "But it seems a bit petty for just the two of us to write this."

"Well... those two guys are really slow!" The King of Conquerors chuckled with interest. "Speaking of which, is that self-proclaimed king feeling inferior?"

"Have you had enough of that joke, you bastard!"

Almost the instant the King of Conquerors finished speaking, golden light shone brightly in the central garden.

Gilgamesh, clad in golden armor, walked over with his arms crossed. His arrogant tone and disdainful posture instantly alerted Saber.

'Whoosh!'

At the same time, another golden light appeared out of thin air, like the light of fireflies, and transformed into Arthur's figure.

"Excellent! In this way, all four kings have gathered together in this Holy Grail War." Upon seeing Arthur Gilgamesh appear, the Conqueror King clapped his hands and said with great interest.

"Archer, why are you here?" Saber first looked at Gilgamesh and said sharply, then looked at Arthur with suspicion. "The Four Kings? Could it be that you, Lancer, are also...?"

"What?! You've been fighting Lancer for so long, haven't you figured it out yet?" The King of Conquerors said with some displeasure, "As for your judgment, young lady King of Knights, you still need to work on it."

"Speaking of which, Saber... I've always wanted to say that there's a familiar aura about Lancer." At that moment, Irisviel, standing beside Saber, suddenly said, "It must be that regal aura!"

"Is that so..." Saber's expression changed slightly. Now, thinking back carefully, 'Lancer's' powerful martial arts, True Magic lightning, and that powerful aura did indeed exude the aura of a king.

"Heh... a false king is a false king, he can't even recognize his own kind." Seeing Saber's change in expression, Gilgamesh said sarcastically.

"You..."

The insulted Saber glared at him again and walked away.

A tense atmosphere instantly spread.

"Don't do that... I met Archer and Lancer on the street and just invited them over." The King of Conquerors stepped in to smooth things over and explain to Saber.

"Hmph!" Upon hearing this, Saber snorted coldly and sat down with a cold face.

Arthur, on the other hand, had already sat down. While Saber and Archer were locked in a standoff, he snatched the wine spoon from her hand, ladled out a spoonful of red wine, and drank it all in one gulp.