034, Cheese Sandwiched Between Two Slices of Bread!

"You really think too highly of me..." Rimuru fell silent and did not explain further. He merely shifted his gaze and turned as well. "So, was this all you wanted to tell me?"

"What else? Should I have a chat with the future you about humanity's future?"

"Heh, don't try to probe me either." Rimuru chuckled softly. "An observatory specializing in observing the future and the past should understand just how mutable the future is, shouldn't it?"

"Still, my appearance here should put your mind somewhat at ease."

"Indeed." Animusphere nodded faintly. Since Rimuru could appear here as a Heroic Spirit, it likely meant his theories had been realized.

Though Rimuru did not know this world's true future, he was confident that he could win this Holy Grail War. Therefore, the successful Animusphere should naturally be able to establish Chaldea just as in the original story.

Rimuru walked toward the door. After closing his eyes to sense Rin's aura for a moment, he said flatly, "Let's go. Now that you've joined up, you can't exactly do nothing, can you?"

"Hm? You're still going out to investigate at this hour? You really are diligent." Animusphere paused slightly and glanced at the clock on the wall.

"I just found a small issue during the day that needs confirming." Rimuru looked back with a smile. "There's a good chance it'll just be a wasted trip, but going alone would be rather boring."

"...Sigh, can I refuse?" To be honest, Animusphere did not particularly enjoy going out. He was a textbook research-oriented, stay-at-home Lord.

"If you don't want to obtain the Holy Grail, then sure."

"Tch." Animusphere silently walked over to the door. As he opened it, he suddenly said, "Honestly, I rather like that kid."

"Which one? Oh... Shirou Emiya." Rimuru paused halfway