Please Play FGO With Me

To reach this realm, countless hours of study were endured;

A blade tomb built with ten thousand thousand ren of height;

This realm is the convergence of all phenomena;

This realm is the fulfilled wish of all phenomena;

This realm is the unwholesome karma of all phenomena;

My entire life is for this blade;

The sword is singing—!

This is my Tsumikiri, Muramasa—!

The black prototype barrier was cleaved in two. The Demonic Beast's nest completely disintegrated under the might of a single strike. All the Demonic Beasts within turned to black dust. The incomplete, colossal monster at the very center was also destroyed. This was the ultimate strike of a god; nothing could be avoided, everything had ended.

Peace returned to the surroundings, and everything before their eyes was enveloped in a dazzling white light.

Chapter 54: Justice Ultimately Triumphs Over Evil

The Heroic Spirit's Saint Graph, which had come from another world, gradually dissipated, returning to the Throne. In a white void, a naked boy in a spiritual form saw Gorgon in the same state. Although she still bore clear Demonic Beast features, she was no longer covered in the pitch-black sludge from before.

Instead, she was adorned in magnificent gold and purple colors, with golden wings and wearing a white dress. The woman who had regained her sanity seemed to retain a trace of the holiness of a goddess.

"Thank you, boy from another world," Gorgon said with a light laugh.

"I didn't do anything that warrants your thanks," Shirou shook his head.

"No, killing Perseus in that state and freeing me from control are both worthy of my gratitude. May we meet again. As a monster, I cannot give you a goddess's blessing, so as a token of my thanks, let me tell you something." The purple-pink-haired monster goddess spoke.

"Your eyes hold the potential to surpass my Mystic Eyes. Perhaps this will bring miracles, perhaps the future you seek lies there. Use them well."

With that, the remains of the former goddess, the monster Gorgon, also turned into fluorescent light and dissipated, returning to the Throne. Shirou's vision was then covered by white light. His Saint Graph in his spiritual body separated from his physical body, each returning to its rightful place.

"Senpai... Senpai, that's great, you're finally awake."

As the boy's consciousness returned to his body, he frowned slightly. A girl's joyful voice reached his ears. His head felt a slight sting, but the back of his head felt warm and soft, which was strangely comfortable.

"Mash?" Shirou opened his eyes. The first thing he saw was the pretty face of the pink-haired girl, her large eyes sparkling with deep concern.

"Senpai, you're finally awake! Does your body feel uncomfortable anywhere? You were too reckless!" Mash pushed aside half of her long bangs with her hand and lowered her head to carefully examine the boy's condition.

Earlier, Shirou-senpai had suddenly unleashed a powerful Noble Phantasm she had never seen before. Then, his spiritual outfit began to dissipate and return to Chaldea, and he lost consciousness, collapsing to the ground. It had truly frightened her.

Fortunately, Da Vinci's examination revealed that Shirou had merely exerted himself to his limit, causing his body to become excessively fatigued, and he had simply fallen asleep.

After recovering the Holy Grail, Mash had been taking care of Shirou like this.

Shirou felt deeply moved by his junior's concern, but seeing his surroundings made him chuckle. He said helplessly, "No, I'm fine. By the way, Mash... I appreciate you taking care of me, but isn't giving me a lap pillow on the street a bit embarrassing?"

Shirou was currently lying at the corner of a wall on the street, receiving Mash's lap pillow service. Because the sun was blocked by the wall, it didn't feel hot. Moving him here to escape the heat was commendable.

However, the somewhat clueless girl seemed to have completely forgotten that this was near the gymnasium, on the pedestrian walkway beside the road. Since the battle had ended and there was no interference from the world's consciousness, the area was now bustling with people.

Passersby cast their gazes upon the young couple openly displaying affection with a lap pillow on the street.

Elderly people watched, shaking their heads and sighing, "The world is really going downhill."

At this moment, a mother and son, who were elementary school students, walked by. The child pointed at Shirou and Mash and shouted.

"Mom, look, there's a couple of idiots here!"

"Don't look over there, child! You'll catch it. Let's go, let's go quickly." The woman pulled her child and hurried away.

"Waaah... Then, Shirou-senpai, you should get up quickly!" Mash shouted, her face flushed red.

"Ah, sorry, it was so comfortable I completely forgot I should get up," Shirou said as he sat up.

"Hey! Shirou, Mash, are you guys okay?" Yuihama ran over, waving.

Asuna and Yukino followed behind. It seemed the battle on their end had also concluded.

"We're fine. Did you guys finish up over there too?" Shirou waved back in response.

"Of course! Suzuka Gozen and I are super strong," Yuihama said with a proud smile.

At this moment, his phone vibrated violently. Because it was inconvenient to use a holographic projection in the real world, Da Vinci sent a video call.

"This is bad! After Perseus disappeared, tens of thousands of Demonic Beasts in the beast's nest have lost control. Many have passed through the portal to this world and are now rampaging in another dimension."

"How could this happen? Didn't we defeat Perseus?" Mash asked, frowning.

"It seems these Demonic Beasts were not simply summoned. The magic sustaining their activity is still quite abundant. Shirou, your world should be in chaos right now as well. The Demonic Beasts that were controlled by Perseus and concentrated in the Tokyo metropolitan area may have already spread across the globe."

"I understand. Fortunately, the countries of the Hua Alliance have mutual visa exemption now, and travel is unimpeded throughout Asia, Africa, and South America. I'll head back and pack my bags immediately. I'll deal with the monsters overseas." Shirou nodded.

Hearing the boy's words, the girls looked at him nervously.

"Huh? Shirou, what about school?" Yuihama exclaimed.

"I'll take a leave of absence from school for now. As for money, I've saved up quite a bit from scholarships and part-time jobs over the years. The travel expenses should be enough. I'll figure out food and accommodation when the time comes," Shirou said.

"That's too sudden. Let's discuss the strategy further, Shirou," Asuna said.

"That's too reckless. Don't try to bear it all alone. We'll solve this together," Yukino said, looking at him.

"Shirou-senpai! I'll go with you too!" Mash raised her hand to volunteer.

"Then… I'll also…" Yuihama couldn't raise her hand. Though she wanted to follow, the thought of her family's faces made her voice falter.

"Wait! Wait! I didn't say you have to solve it right now, let me finish speaking!" Da Vinci shouted.

The young boys and girls turned to look at her simultaneously, all wearing expressions that clearly said, 'Then you should have said so earlier!'

'You're the ones who got all fired up on your own! Damn it!' Da Vinci suppressed her anger and continued her explanation.

"Ahem, because Perseus broke through the world's barrier last time, the rules of this world have changed, and Chaldea's FGO system has been recognized. The provision of magic and the connection to the Heroic Spirit throne have become much smoother.

According to the data collected by Chaldea, the compatibility between humans and Heroic Spirits here has increased by at least 30%, and the number of humans who can perform possession summons has also increased significantly.

So, under the protection of the otherworldly space, ordinary Demonic Beasts actually pose little threat to humans. Even if someone gets caught in the otherworldly space, Little Da can instantly go to provide support."

"Is that so… That's great news," Yuihama said, patting her chest and letting out a sigh of relief.

"What's worse, I've confirmed that besides Perseus, there are at least 6 other corrupted, blackened Heroic Spirits. This world's coordinates have already been pinpointed by Perseus, and they could arrive at any moment, so we must be on guard," Da Vinci said seriously, looking directly at Shirou.

"I understand," Shirou felt the pressure. He hadn't expected that besides a Heroic Spirit like Perseus, there were 6 others. He truly had to be cautious with every step.

Da Vinci nodded, then looked at the pink-haired girl with a hint of apology. "Mash, although Chaldea is no longer under attack and has stabilized, the reason for the critical world anomaly has not yet been figured out. It seems you'll have to stay in this world for a while longer."

She had miraculously received a second life, and she had hoped she could live a happy life. She hadn't expected that after saving the Human Order, things would only become more complicated.

Mash shook her head, placed a hand over her heart, and offered a firm and sincere smile.

"No, of course, I want to bring Gudako-senpai and Fou back quickly, but solving the problems of this world is the priority right now. If Senpai were here, they would definitely make the same choice. Da Vinci-chan, please leave this place to me with peace of mind."

Waiting might be something that had to be endured, just like Da Vinci-chan taking on the role of Chaldea's commander, waiting for the Doctor to return.

Gudako-senpai in another world was surely working hard too. Therefore, she also had to be strong and wait until the problems of this world were resolved, then meet Gudako-senpai with pride. At that time, she would definitely drag Shirou-senpai, who had undergone possession summon, along with her. The red-haired Shirou-senpai and her were really alike; it would surely be interesting then.

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[Author Ye Jue, a book by a true cross-dressing expert. Friends who like this genre can go check it out.]

Book Title: I, A Manga Artist, Also a Doujinshi Artist

Zuo Qiu woke up one morning to find that the world had undergone earth-shattering changes.

For example, there was a wild blonde dog who didn't like manga.

When Zuo Qiu became a manga artist, his manga attracted the dog, and eventually, the dog became his assistant.

Even though his manga and light novels were adapted into hugely popular games and anime, and Zuo Qiu was considered the God of Manga and the Godfather of ACG, he still believed his main profession was that of an ordinary manga artist.

Just as Zuo Qiu thought he would continue his life in such a plain manner, Eriri's surprised cry came from his room: "Zuo Qiu! Did you draw these doujinshi?"

Wh-what? His dark past had been discovered…

[Second Book]

Book Title: Changing the World with Culture and Entertainment with Youkai Girls

A literature student who dreamed of becoming a great like Sakamoto, perfectly suited for cross-dressing.

Destined to be caught in a love triangle between his childhood friend and a youkai girl.

This is the story of spreading youkai culture throughout the world with the youkai girls who live together.

[This is a semi-original work by me, with less than 50 average subscribers (￣へ￣)]

Chapter 55: Komachi's Entrance Exam

The last rays of the sunset painted the approaching night with a unique splendor. Lights had come on in houses throughout the residential area. Tonight, the Hachiman family's home, usually quiet, was bustling with activity.

Mr. and Mrs. Hachiman had left work early today and returned home.

Hachiman's father drove out to buy bags and bags of groceries and drinks, while Hachiman's mother and their son Shirou were busy in the kitchen preparing various exquisite and delicious dishes.

All of this was for Komachi. Tomorrow was the first day of her entrance exams, and the admission requirements for the International High School were very strict, so the whole family was nervous.

The first soup served was Red Carp Black Bean Soup, with fiery red scales, fragrant stir-fried black beans, and red dates, symbolizing auspiciousness and the carp leaping over the dragon gate.

Next was Stir-fried Spinach and Shredded Carrot Stir-fried Minced Meat, rich in carotene and various vitamins, which help combat fatigue.

Finally, there was Stewed Chicken with Mushrooms, its aroma filling the air, yet not overly greasy.

"Tomorrow morning, we'll have Multigrain Porridge. The rice provides basic energy, the beans are rich in protein, and it's easy to digest," Shirou was already discussing tomorrow's menu with his mother.

"That's a good idea, but what about lunch?" Mrs. Hachiman asked.

"She probably won't be in the mood to eat much during the exam. The school should arrange for them to eat at the cafeteria, or perhaps we could make some onigiri or sandwiches to take with her?" Shirou suggested.

"No need for all that trouble! Even if she doesn't eat at the cafeteria, Komachi will go eat ramen with her knowledgeable friends!" Komachi said.

"Is that so? Then take care of yourself. And make sure you don't kick off your covers and catch a cold tonight," Mrs. Hachiman said worriedly.

"I know! Mom, you've already said that three times. Let's eat chicken, come on, eat chicken." Komachi repeatedly put chicken pieces into her mother's bowl.

"It's human nature for parents to worry, just like you're nervous about the exam. There's no controlling it. It would be great if you got in through special admission like Shirou," Hachiman's father said, rare for him to be home so early. He poured himself a full glass of beer, took a big gulp, and laughed heartily.

Time flies so fast. It seemed like just yesterday she was a baby in a cradle, and now she was about to take her high school entrance exams. Perhaps in the blink of an eye, she'd be getting married. The thought made his heart ache. He decided he'd drink all night.

"If the school had a culinary specialty admission, Komachi might have a chance to compete for it," Shirou said. After all, he had taught Komachi himself, and she was no less skilled than professional chefs outside. However, it was a shame that the International High School had no such program.

Those passionate chef competitions, like sports events where everyone was fired up, probably only existed in anime chef schools.

"What are you talking about! Brother, Komachi will get in with her own abilities! All these days of hard work won't be in vain!" Komachi said indignantly, feeling underestimated.

"Mhm, and the late-night snack I made for you won't be in vain either. Good luck," Shirou said with a smile, not worried at all. He had personally witnessed his sister's efforts. Although she could be a bit careless sometimes, Komachi was the kind of child who could achieve anything if she put her mind to it.

"Mhm mhm, the snacks Brother makes are super delicious." Komachi grinned, showing her little fangs, and then winked repeatedly at Shirou.

"I know, I know. When the results are announced, I'll throw you a celebration party," Shirou agreed with a helpless smile.

"Yay! I want a big feast then, not a nutritional meal like this!" Komachi reminded him, though she admitted the current dinner was also very tasty.

"Sure, we can even have Roman-style roast meat with that exotic retro flair. I recently met a Roman who's really good at eating, and I got the specific recipe from him," Shirou said.

"Rome? Umu? I want to meet Umu too!" Komachi's eyes lit up.

Shirou shook his head. "No, not Umu. It's a guy."

Why does anyone always associate Rome and Red Saber with Umu? Isn't Caesar, the son of a goddess and perpetual dictator, much more famous?

"Eh... a guy... if he were thinner, maybe," Komachi said.

"What! A guy! Father absolutely won't allow it!" Hachiman's father stood up and declared.

"Dad... you've only had half a bottle of beer, don't say such drunken nonsense," Komachi said with disdain.

"Alright, stop fooling around, dear. Komachi has an exam tomorrow. Eat dinner, review, and get some rest early," Hachiman's mother intervened.

"..." Hachiman's father immediately quieted down, drinking his liquor sullenly.

Shirou sat to the side, drinking his soup, thinking that these occasional noisy moments at home were actually quite nice.