Lilith's Entrance / So Big, Really So Big

Even though he only saw the past with his Magic Eye, Buddha still understood everything about Nameless through those eyes, which is why he said those words to Shirou.

The Buddha clasped his hands together, his body radiating golden light, and departed. He did not wish to interfere in this matter, or rather, his interference would render everything meaningless; he could not extend the same compassion to the white-clad man as he had to Tevis.

He only felt sorry for the fate of the white man who had become an existence on par with his original self.

Although he only said one sentence before leaving, Shirou sensed a wealth of profound meaning in the Buddha's eyes.

Legends abound with figures who sacrificed themselves to achieve world peace, heroes who turned the tide in times of despair, or even saints and savior of the end times. These figures, symbolizing the redemption of humanity, represent various savior: the Buddha Siddhartha Gautama in early Buddhism, Maitreya in Mahayana, Hinayana, and Tibetan Buddhism, the Messiah in Christianity, Mithra in Zoroastrianism, and the Ziwei Sage in Daoism...

In that case, perhaps the white-haired man who could create a new world even if the world were destroyed, and transfer everyone there to start a new life, could also be considered one of them.

Shirou could feel a connection between himself and the white-clad man, yet it felt incredibly unfamiliar, as if he were seeing his future self, becoming the kind of person he had never imagined.

If it were possible for him alone to bring happiness to all of humanity, it would indeed be an ideal situation, but only if he didn't cause sadness to those around him.

However, Shirou Emiya in white, as his origin and his future, seems to have strayed from the right path. Although he gained the power to save everything, he lost his human heart. Perhaps in his heart, even 'justice' and 'hope' have become insignificant.

"Senior? Senior~! Senior!!" The purple-haired girl leaned out and stretched her pretty face in front of the boy, calling out repeatedly.

"Hmm!?" Shirou, pulled from his thoughts by the girl's angry voice, quickly replied.

"Are you even listening to what BB-chan is saying?" the girl asked, puffing out her cheeks in a huff.

"Yes, I was listening. That girl is Zabith, right? I know her." Shirou nodded again, recalling the admirable girl, hoping she was happy and content on the moon.

As for what that shameless girl said that was embarrassing, he didn't hear a thing.

"Wait! Senpai! Don't ignore my confession!" the purple-haired girl shouted angrily, then shrugged and said, "Although Mr. Tevis has gone mad, BB-chan is still grateful to him. It's because of him that BB-chan was born."

The purple-haired girl paused, then looked at the boy and said seriously, "Ahem, there's something I need to clarify! Although Moon-cell is very old, BB-chan super young! So young that she could be my mother!"

"No! In the end, age has nothing to do with love. Anyway, BB-chan is a perfect match for you, senior!" The purple-haired girl looked at the boy seriously, and because this matter was very important, she repeated it three times.

"Okay, okay," Shirou replied helplessly. He understood that there was no need for such persistent reminders. As an AI, this girl was probably less than a year old in real life.

However, for different life systems, someone born with more extensive knowledge and access to all kinds of information than the oldest human being would have no meaning in terms of human age.

However, Shirou is the same in this respect. He lived to be almost thirty in his previous life, and he is still a high school student in this life. His combined age is probably older than Kiritsugu's.

The constant possession and summoning, coupled with the recent occasional berserk Magic Eye absorbing the memories of counterparts in various worlds, made it feel like a dream where I had lived through more than ten lifetimes.

The ignored purple-haired girl, her body emanating black mist, muttered to herself, "As expected... BB-chan is still doing what she planned, keeping her senior, who can't understand others, imprisoned in this world."

"Alright, alright, don't be angry. After this is resolved, I'll cook you a delicious meal as a reward." Shirou smiled and reached out to pat the purple-haired girl's head.

"Ugh... Hey!" The purple-haired girl was startled by the boy's actions, but surprisingly, she didn't shake off his hand or resist. She let him stroke her head. For a girl who had almost never had such an experience, it seemed quite stimulating.

Although he speaks very openly, he actually seems quite naive and innocent.

The purple-haired girl blushed slightly, a little annoyed, as she let the boy stroke her head, muttering, "Don't think you can bribe BB-chan with just this little bit! BB-chan isn't that kind of woman who's easily fooled..."

"Huh? You really don't like food?" Shirou looked at the girl who looked exactly like his junior, and she probably had a physical body like Artoria and Jeanne d'Arc. Because of her quirky and somewhat regrettable personality, he accidentally mistook her for Sister Fuji.

"No... I've eaten food on the moon before, but this is my first time in real life... Since... you've said so, BB-chan will agree! Even if you forget, you'll definitely make sure you keep your promise."

"Oh, leave it to me!" Shirou replied with a hearty laugh.

"Okay! BB-chan's first time will be entrusted to you, senior!" The purple-haired girl replied with a bright smile.

"Why! Why did this have to turn into this topic?!" Shirou's expression changed, and he shouted loudly.

The purple-haired girl stuck out her tongue, then looked curiously at the boy and asked, "But speaking of which, does senior know why BB-chan is looking for you?"

"Ah, these eyes have seen quite a lot," Shirou said, pointing to his eyes.

"I see, it's unexpectedly terminal... So even if we hide you, we can't escape it. After all, you and that white god are actually the same person." The purple-haired girl lowered her head and said thoughtfully.

"BB?" Shirou asked, puzzled.

BB-chan reached out and grabbed the boy's collar, pulling him close and sternly warning, "Listen carefully, senior, you'd better use this ability sparingly! Your eyes are connected to that white 'god.' If he becomes aware of your existence, he'll definitely absorb you."

"Eh? But you and the master behind the Black Mud both want me to contact the other 'me' in white, right?" Shirou said.

"No, BB-chan would prefer that you hide away and live a peaceful life. BB-chan will protect you. But that's what Black Mud wants, and perhaps that's the best way," the girl said, somewhat dejected.

"Ah, I knew it." Shirou nodded and walked to the chair in the space and sat down.

"Because of Shirou-senpai in white, who can save everything by himself, Chaldea and Hall of Heroes were also deemed unnecessary and were banished to the ends of the world along with the Counter Force, all of them becoming unemployed."

Furthermore, they captured all the 'beasts' that Human Evil and that appeared in the world, such as the Black Mud that resembled Tiamat's children, the Demon Pillar that were split off from the Demon God King, or rather, all beings associated with Human Evil. The one they hated most was probably Shirou-senpai."

"That's really an exaggeration," Shirou said with a laugh.

"The Counter Force, whether it's Alaya on the human side or Gaia on the Earth side, although it hasn't reached the point of directly annihilating the other, they all felt the threat posed by the white- Shirou-senpai."

Therefore, the Counter Force has already begun to take measures, such as transferring you to various worlds to make contact with the black mud Heroic Spirit; this is their doing.

Although Shirou -Shirou-senpai's current actions seem like those of savior of humanity, his power is like a time bomb, constantly expanding the world and transferring humanity that should have been destroyed. Sooner or later, problems will arise.

Just like the space of the universe, it seems to be expanding at a certain speed, so humans cannot feel its boundaries at all, and it feels like it is infinite. But even the universe has an end point called 'heat death'.

When the number of worlds that can be created is no longer infinite, then a problem arises. When it becomes impossible to relocate the unfortunate people, all worlds may be affected by the fluctuations. So sooner or later, the white- Shirou-senpai will be finished, and everything he has done will be in vain." The purple-haired girl said sadly.

"So, the only one who can stop him is me, who belongs to the same person as him," Shirou interjected.

"Yes... the white-haired senior is already a concept-like existence. If the Counter Force is the self-protection mechanism of human collective consciousness, then seniors like GOD are the highest manifestation of human collective salvation for heroes."

It's like a kingdom in another world being invaded by a demon king, where Magic Circle is drawn in the hope of summoning a 'hero' who, with only pocket money, would happily run out to defeat the demon king.

When chaos descends, there is a desire for an omniscient and omnipotent leader who can guide even those who don't think things through to victory. Like the white-haired, white-bearded 'Gandalf', or an 'elder' who lives in seclusion in the mountains and possesses magical abilities unheard of by ordinary people. Shirou-senpai in white is probably a similar existence.

They can all be seen as symbols of human hope. As a concept, it cannot be destroyed. Only Shirou Emiya defeat him. However, as the origin of all worlds, Shirou Emiya was also absorbed into his body.

"Thankfully, you're here, senior. It's so good that I'm inconspicuous and forgotten! Even if I had to hide away and live a secret life, BB-chan would still be willing to stay with you, senior." The purple-haired girl said happily, clasping her hands together.

"Am I forgotten...?" Shirou repeated.

The man in the white world, from the moment he gained power, gradually forgot everything from the past, let go of all selfishness, and increasingly developed into a selfless creator who treated all things as straw dogs.

Even so, he still hopes that the important people in his life can be happy.

I once harbored dreams of doing things if all my wishes could come true. For example, having a warm family, with both parents alive and well, and a lovely younger sister.

For example, living in a world without war or misfortune, a peaceful and tranquil life.

For example, you can enjoy a fulfilling campus life and make good friends who understand you...

It seems there are three worlds created in this way. In Chaldea side, Mash found Shirou, Gudako found Tohsaka, and the remaining one is probably Sakura.

Judging from this, perhaps the man in white can still be saved.

"I will go see my white self, and I want to talk to him too..." Shirou said, having made up his mind.

BB-chan smiled and agreed, "Yeah! Senior's resolve is really cool! Even facing someone like yourself who's like God, you didn't back down at all. But if things continue like this, sooner or later you'll still be swallowed up, and then you won't be able to feel happy. So let's set off! To change the future! And to change your entire other world!"

At that moment, a peach-colored light shimmered in the room.

"Time's up!" BB-chan opened the portal again, teleporting Shirou into the next space, and then hid herself.

"Why are you hiding?" Shirou asked BB-chan, puzzled.

"Senior, please do your best. There are two 'me's' here. If I appear again, things will get chaotic," BB-chan said in a low voice through the window.

"A magical reaction has been detected at new coordinates, confirming the other party... is... Shirou?"

"Shirou-senpai? I haven't been able to contact him before!"

At this moment, Da Vinci on the Chaldea side noticed a familiar symbol on the machine and sent a message to the girl with the single ponytail. In a space similar to the chaotic battle in the boy's memories, Gudako seemed to have been caught up in it.

Inside the underwater exploration facility, Gudako, who had been transported there to resolve the anomaly, became separated from the other Servant had come with her. She was attacked by Suzuka Gozen but was rescued by a girl with long, slender toes. She then encountered this girl named Lilith.

Melt-Lilith, with flowing long hair, straight bangs, and a blue ribbon bow on her head, looks very similar to BB-chan, but is a bit smaller. Her legs below the knees are covered with sharp blades. At this moment, she has spontaneously become Gudako's Servant.

Chapter 266 It's so big, really so big

Shirou, hiding in the space created by BB-chan, secretly observed the situation outside.

At this moment, a tall, muscular blond knight was standing there, while on the other side was a handsome man with long red hair and a harp, both in an attacking stance, engaged in a heated argument.

"Sir Gawain, a knight like you has stood with such a wicked woman? It's truly displeasing!" The man with long red hair closed his eyes, frowned, and said angrily.

"Sir Tristan! You've been summoned here too?" Gawain asked in surprise.

"This place is truly sorrowful. Servant I encountered here have fallen into the abyss of madness, and I had to kill them. Now, seven of them have been sent away."

The only Master I've encountered so far is also with that wicked woman. This place truly is hell... Tristan looked over with disgust. This was the second time he'd been summoned to this place, and it was filled with unpleasant memories.

Last time it was Saber Class, this time it's Archer. Although he has been somewhat influenced by this world, and his emotions have become much more impulsive than usual, the only thing that remains unchanged is his heart as a knight.

"Sir Gawain! Unknown Master, I must kill this wicked woman. Could you please step aside? I don't want to hurt you." Tristan raised his weapon, aiming it at the girl Lilith standing to the side.

"Gudako, although I don't know exactly what's going on, Lord Tristan seems serious. His bow is a demonic bow that can mercilessly cut down everything within its field of vision. In a battle, I can't guarantee your safety... Please tell me your choice. Staying away from Lilith is also a way."

The girl with the single ponytail pursed her lips. She was never one to strategize; her body had already acted before she had even considered the pros and cons and safety. Gudako stepped forward, walked up to Lilith, and looked directly at the dangerous Servant, saying, "This is the choice my heart has made."

"..." The girl with the thin blue ribbon in her hair saw Gudako walk up to her instead, and for a moment a sad and nostalgic expression appeared on her face.

"Is that so... That's why I'm even more heartbroken... The ability to genuinely trust anyone is the most precious quality in this place."

But it is precisely because of this noble quality that you will lose your life here... Master on the other side! Prepare yourself! I will not let these Alter-Egos get away with this!

The red-haired man opened his eyes, raised a harp-like instrument, and pulled back the strings. Then, some invisible blade flew directly towards the girl.

A figure rushed forward, getting ahead of the golden-haired knight and standing in front of the two girls. Although the demon bow's blade was dangerous, it ultimately had nowhere to hide from his eyes.

Projection! With a swing of both arms, arcs of black and white light flashed, slicing away the transparent blades shot from the demon bow.

"Hey, Gudako, well done! You did a great job even when you were alone!" Shirou asked the girl behind him without turning around, raising his twin blades.

When Shirou saw that the girl who looked a lot like BB-chan but was a bit smaller was about to be attacked along with Gudako, Shirou didn't think twice and rushed forward. Projection Gan Jiang · Mo Ye to block the invisible blade shot by the demon bow, which also allowed him to reunite with Gudako.

"Shirou-senpai!! You're finally here! You're so late~! I couldn't get in touch with you at all before, where did you go?" Gudako exclaimed in surprise, asking rather rudely.

"No, I'm also stretched thin here. By the way, when did you get involved here? Was it after the problems in Tokyo were resolved?" Shirou said helplessly. Having been dragged into this by BB, his timeline was completely out of sync with his previous one.

"This is Seraphix Oil Base that is affiliated with Chaldea. I don't know anything about Tokyo," Gudako explained, shaking her head.

"Never mind, it's good that you're all alright," Shirou said.

"Hmph... What a pointless action. Even if I get cut, I won't get hurt." The protected girl said nonchalantly, seemingly to prove her point, she had rushed forward earlier.

Tristan plucked the string again, and an invisible, arc-shaped blade pierced through the girl's upper body, slicing her open. No blood gushed out; only a few drops of liquid fell to the ground.

"Unfortunately, my body is made of fluid, and your blade is far too thin to hurt me at all," Lilith mocked, instantly rushing in front of the red-haired man, shoving him to the ground, and sitting on him.

"Beautiful Riding! Even Lord Tristan would be doomed on the spot."

"Your body is fluid, so my bow certainly can't harm you. You'd need at least Noble Phantasm capable of evaporating everything at once." Tristan raised his head and glared at the girl sitting on him, shouting, "Then let's do it! How long are you going to dawdle? Are you going to humiliate me like this?"

"Tsk... What a disappointment! Although he's very good-looking, upon closer inspection, he's not my type at all. There's no point in trying to win him over." Lilith clicked her tongue and said disdainfully, "Hey! Gawain, Gudako, let's get rid of this guy now."

The girl stood up. She had made up her mind not to use the dissolving and absorbing method to become stronger, so she hesitated to make a move.

"That won't do. You won the duel. If you don't fight back, I won't have gone all out to kill Tristan." Gawain refused righteously, then looked at the girl with suspicion, feeling that this wasn't the style of someone like her, and asked, "Do you intend to let him live?"

The girl gritted her teeth and retorted, "How could that be! Letting him go will only cause me trouble later! I definitely have to kill him! Hey! You nosy man who suddenly appeared, I have a task for you!"

"Well, I don't want to harm the Knights of the Round Table either. Gudako, what do you think?" Shirou sheathed his twin swords and shrugged in refusal.

"As long as it doesn't get in our way, it's fine," Gudako said.

"Haha, Gudako's acquaintance is a wise man! That's perfect then. Lord Tristan, according to the rules of a duel, the loser must obey the winner. How about lending us your power for now?" Gawain laughed heartily and nodded to Shirou, then turned to his former comrade-in-arms and asked.

"Get rid of him! Get rid of this loser! I said get rid of him right now!" Lilith stomped her foot angrily and said repeatedly.

"...Alright, let's leave this girl aside for now. It seems that Sir Gawain's Master is a trustworthy person." Tristan, who had stood up from the ground, interjected.

Lilith glared at Gudako, muttering angrily, "Seriously... what's going on? One after another, these third wheels keep popping up..."

"Well, it's rare to have a chance to turn over a new leaf, so be honest with yourself." Shirou stepped forward and advised the girl. Having memories of Nameless from multiple parallel worlds, he also had some lingering feelings for this girl, Melt-Lilith.

"Why... why are you here?!" Lilith, who had maintained a cold and aloof expression until now, finally saw the boy's face clearly and was so surprised that she stammered.

"Ah, so you do have memories too... But I'm a different person. Although we're similar in many ways, the person in your memories isn't me," Shirou said to the girl.

"Stop arguing! Since you have the memories, why are you still trying to deny it!? That's enough! I was right about you back then, but you and that woman defeated me. But now I have someone I like, and that person is no longer you~!" Lilith said, puffing out her cheeks in annoyance.

Hearing this conversation, Gudako's eyes lit up with gossip. She ran over, grabbed Shirou's arm, and grinned mischievously as she leaned in, asking, "Hey? Is this kid an acquaintance of Shirou-senpai's? Has he already fallen for someone else? Is it a love triangle? Or Asura Field?"

With each question, he wouldn't forget to poke Shirou's side with his finger.

"That's enough! Let's go!" Lilith, upon hearing Gudako's words, became even angrier for some reason. She didn't even utter her usual sharp tongue and walked straight ahead.