Chapter 330

It was a pitch-black space, but it wasn't entirely dark.

Wisps of light rose along with the flickering firelight, and they all looked exactly the same, regardless of distance.

This is the Volcanic Site created by Typhon with the Holy Grail, located in the Sea of Okeanos.

Amidst the various shapes and forms of lava tunnels and rivers, formed by the cooling and solidification of flowing magma, they crisscross like a giant Labyrinth, transforming into a terrifying Purgatory under the intense heat.

Although such an illusion was created, there was actually no Magecraft involved here. However, in the age of Age of Gods, there were indeed buildings in this world that could produce Magecraft effects simply by being constructed, just as Perfection symmetry can captivate people's hearts.

The power of the enormous dragon-shaped mech standing deep within the molten lava imbued the area with a terrifying, demonic aura.

"Hey, Typhon, I've brought the person to you. When are you going to grant my wish? I wished to become the strongest!"

Jason's tone was somewhat displeased, probably because he couldn't believe that Heracles had been destroyed. Perhaps he thought it was just an accident, but even so, he was still very unhappy with Chaldea.

"... Your tone really annoyed me, but that's what I said. So, since I've successfully brought Melusine here, I'll grant your wish."

Typhon's tone was slightly pleased, and then a burst of molten lava flowed into Jason's body.

Only.

"... What's going on? My power... how... how...?"

Jason had been eagerly anticipating the results, found it hard to accept how he had suddenly lost all his power.

He then stared incredulously at Medea Lily, who was smiling beside him.

"Medea, didn't you say that as long as I fulfilled Typhon's demands, I would gain invincible power? You... deceived me?"

I wasn't lying.

The girl still smiled. "Primordial Dragon Typhon's words are indeed true. However, her true nature is Reverse Wish-Granting Machine, so Jason, you should tell her 'I want to become the weakest.'"

"I already told this to this young lady; your current state has nothing to do with me."

Typhon interest, finding the development quite enjoyable.

The next second, behind Jason, Medea Lily, with an unchanging expression or perhaps a chilling smile, seized the opportunity to stab him without hesitation.

"Remember this, Lord Jason: the pain of turning to liquid, and the pain of betrayal."

"Oh no! No, please! My body is melting..."

In a mere instant, Jason, who was originally a person, instantly turned into a pool of blood. Medea Lily, whose hands were covered in Jason's blood and eyeballs, simply touched her face with her hands, her smile still beautiful.

The sight sent a chill down Ritsuka and Kiyohime's spines, and they both felt that Medea was somewhat terrifying.

"I am extremely grateful for Typhon's wish, and I wish you suffering."

After saying this, the girl holding Jason's remaining eyeballs dissipated into Spiritrons.

"Hahahaha, not bad, not bad, this is really interesting, it was worth watching for so long!"

After witnessing this scene, Typhon turned around and extended his dragon hand, imbued with extremely powerful Od, toward Melusine beside him.

The two wings on its back intertwined, making a clicking sound. The mecha's outer shell and dragon wings combined intricately, quickly covering about 70% of its body, transforming into a giant cannon muzzle, gathering Od comparable to that of the entire Singularity.

Legend has it that Typhon usurped two Authority from a certain god: one was the Adamantine Sickle of Undying Slaying, also known as Harpe.

Another is the Authority that can be called a synonym for god. In mythology, there are several Authority or artifacts that determine the image of a god.

It was Thunderbolt Keraunos that Typhon usurped from Zeus, the Greek God.

"Melusine, finally I can teach you a lesson!"

Normally, even with the local blessing, Typhon wouldn't necessarily be able to dominate Albion. It's just that the Holy Grail makes the seawater special, causing Melusine to become powerless upon contact, which is why Typhon can act so arrogantly.

If left unchecked, the terrifying power will disregard the laws of physics and allow nothing to stand in its way.

Of course, Melusine won't die, she'll just be severely injured. But everyone else will be eliminated, since Typhon sees them as nothing more than insignificant things, so let them be eliminated.

"Heh, Typhon, do you want to say it again?"

Melusine's words left Typhon, who was already caught up in the moment, somewhat bewildered.

What's wrong with this guy? Why isn't he running away like before?

Puzzled, Primordial Dragon launched his attack while scanning the people around Melusine.

Damn Melusine, an ordinary human, a snake woman, a human with a shield, a brat, a—

Ah, it's Novia...

Ah! It's Novia?!

Damn it, did Melusine tell on me? I'm doomed, I'm doomed! How am I supposed to explain this? Am I supposed to say I've been bewitched by the Holy Grail? Yes, that's it! That's it!

In his haste and extreme tension, Typhon forgot to deactivate his attack, causing Typhon to aim it at himself without hesitation to avoid hitting the target. Therefore—

The roar was deafening.

In the vacuum created by the violent collision, the raging hurricane made the volcano, which resembled Bounded Field, teeter on the brink of collapse.

Conversely, perhaps because the Authority he had just used was self-inflicted, Typhon was forced to kneel on the ground helplessly. Then, the giant dragon-shaped mech transformed into the appearance of a red-haired girl, who rushed over in a panic, grabbed the silver-haired youth's clothes, and then...

"I was wrong, please accept my Holy Grail, please forgive me..."

The red-haired girl raised her head, which had been lowered, her eyes seemingly unfocused, and instantly became moist as she bit her lip hard.

"I can do anything..."

This adds another element to Chaldea's speculation about who else is in Novia's shadow—

Typhon 'Echidna wife.

Otherwise, it's hard to explain why Typhon surrendered immediately upon seeing Novia, like a child caught doing something wrong being scolded by their parents.

"Is Novia, the Consultant, some kind of children's caretaker...?"

When Mash, standing with Ritsuka, received the Holy Grail from the Third Singularity and returned to the ship on the high seas, she couldn't help but sigh with emotion.

In her view, Novia was surrounded by girls, except that Kiyohime and Typhon were more girlish in size, while the other two were smaller.

"... yes."

Ritsuka looked on somewhat sullenly.

"But no matter what, let's proceed with the Spiritron Transfer first; it's all over now anyway."

"Eh, so fast? Maybe we should let the Consultant spend more time with them, since things might change once they're back in Chaldea... Okay."

Mash was initially puzzled, but then, for some reason, looking at Ritsuka's gentle smile, she became increasingly hesitant to speak, and finally agreed.

However.

"How boring."

A cold voice rang out.

"Are all beings who possess the Holy Grail like this? You all repeat the mistakes of the times and deteriorate in this way. Only that Director is slightly better."

White-Haired Goddess Golden-Eyed Man man appeared, standing in the sky.

"And also, Ritsuka Fujimaru, what's the point of correcting the Singularity like this? Do you think correcting seven Singularity will prevent the extinction of humanity? You're so wrong. Even if you correct them, it's meaningless unless you defeat me."

"... It has no meaning?"

"You think you can beat me?"

The next second, the man was in front of Ritsuka, and then his calm eyes narrowed slightly when he saw what was on her neck.

"Oh, I see. So this is what they mean by being outwardly equal... Well then, I'll take pity on you and give you some advice, you naive human being being observed."

"Why fight? Knowing that life will eventually end, knowing that life has already ended, why do you still cling to life?"

"You all know perfectly well that there is no hope for your Future... You all know that, don't you?"

"Abandon everything, let the Future end in that meaningless death; for you who are left behind, this is the easiest way to live."

"Go ahead and try to conquer the Singularity if you want, but if you don't heed my advice, there's only one path left—"

"You'll be burned to ashes, that's your Future."

"Oh, I almost forgot, you don't recognize me yet, do you? My apologies for my rudeness this time; after all, I'm not here to fight, just to observe your progress."

The man laughed. "A certain king possessed seventy-two Familiar, also known as the Seventy-Two Demon God Pillars. This king was named Solomon, the third king of ancient Israel, and now he is under the command of the demons, destined to destroy humanity."

After saying this, Solomon smiled at Novia again, his attitude changing from disdain to friendliness.

"Between humanity's last hope's futile efforts and our taking the first step in God's great work, which 'Future' truly deserves our support? It's self-evident."

"It's not over yet, King Solomon."

Novia responded as follows.

"Ritsuka Fujimaru is humanity's last Master. Even though she's no match for you now, she'll still stand tall. In this situation, she can't run away, she can't move forward, and she can't even cry. Ritsuka, I'm asking you—"

"What kind of expression do you want to wear as you fight to the very end in the Sea of Flames?"

How can one describe the smile that immediately appeared on the girl's face upon hearing this?

It was a smile slightly different from usual; it could be described as resolute. After all, although humans are ferocious creatures, there is hope even in their ferocity. Humans possess a power that can never be bound by anything impossible.

Because there will always be young people.

"... Then I will wait and see how far you can go, Ritsuka Fujimaru."

Having said that, Solomon vanished.

At the same time, in Avalon.

"Heroic Spirit alone cannot reach this king, which is why Ritsuka Fujimaru had to go."

Meli watched Novia and Ritsuka on the light screen with great interest.

"After all, what shapes an era is always the people living in that era, right? Hmm, so that's why she became my sister-in-law? It would be hilarious if her identity were exposed that day. But the girl suppressing her inner feelings is quite interesting now. I'll see what kind of fun the next Singularity brings--"

Then, she looked dumbfounded.

"What the hell is this? The London fog and Tokugawa Japan saga in Japan... is it because of India? Could it be that the Gods of India who are fighting to the death in United States have already crossed through time?"

Chapter 374 The Ooku and London.

Ritsuka, severe hardships await you from now on.

However, if my calculations are correct, approximately one thousand Saint Quartz would be enough to secure victory in this long and arduous battle.

Please forgive me.

I am about to subject you to an incredibly cruel trial, perhaps even a curse in a sense. However, I see a possibility in you, who withstood Heracles's fierce attack in the Third Singularity—

"What are you writing, Doctor?"

"Waaaaah!"

The sudden intrusion into his room and the presumptuous question startled Romani, who pounced on the table like a frightened cat and covered the note on it.

"Novia Consultant, how could you barge into someone else's room without permission...?"

The doctor shrugged, looking displeased, but Novia did not back down.

"Because I've already settled things with Da Vinci and Little Gran, I came to find you right away."

Novia presented a Golden Apple to Romani.

After returning to Chaldea from the resolution of the Third Singularity, the Chaldea members, upon learning that King Solomon was the mastermind, began to work busily. Centered around Ritsuka Fujimaru, they started improving various facilities at Chaldea. For example, Romani opened the Supercomputer of the Chaldea Gate, while Da Vinci, Gran, and Novia researched the Golden Apple, a substitute for Saint Quartz that could compensate for AP.

"Yes, I see. Thank you all for your hard work..."

"Speaking of which, I remember the doctor's expression after learning that Solomon was behind it; it was the kind of expression that said 'he was holding a grudge.'"

Did I make such a terrible face...?

"Yes."

Novia nodded slightly. "Of course, it wasn't just you; the entire Chaldea, including Ritsuka who Solomon directly, had the same expression."

Then, he picked up a Saint Quartz and rolled it around in his hand.

"Saint Quartz is a very convenient resource, besides restoring the AP of the Chaldea Gate, it can also be used to summon Heroic Spirit. But to be honest, this kind of thing might Ritsuka Saint Quartz's heart in Chaldea without her even realizing it."

"After all... while Saint Quartz is theoretically omnipotent, there's nothing better than solving a problem without using Saint Quartz, right? Besides, using Saint Quartz for summoning is a very cost-effective method..."