She's My Daughter (Eighth Update) / The End (Ninth Update)

The scene was very quiet. Mash and Fujimaru Ritsuka exchanged a glance and felt that they needed to speak up to break the deadlock.

To be honest, Fujimaru Ritsuka is still a little curious whether what Holmes and the Shopkeeper's Daughter were talking about was the same thing.

Although they sound similar, their actual experiences seem to be quite different.

This can be seen from small details.

"Will our world be attacked?" Fujimaru Ritsuka asked. As one of the only three living people here, she looked at Holmes and the Shopkeeper's Daughter and asked, "Will that attack from another world attack our world?"

"Don't worry, Fujimaru Ritsuka." Holmes smiled, striding forward with his pipe in hand, and said very seriously, "Someone has already helped us get through this, so we don't need to worry about anything."

"Someone helped us get through this?" Fujimaru Ritsuka was a little confused. When? Does Chaldea have any records of this?

"Simply put, the instance that originally belonged to you has been raided by someone else." The Shopkeeper's Daughter also recovered, transforming from her gloomy recollection of the past into a caring older sister who habitually displays a gentle smile.

"That's right."

Holmes sighed, "Our True Self going to be invaded by another world, but someone took the blame for it all and even had the world cut off her 'area' from it."

"Can I say I didn't understand?" Fujimaru Ritsuka sighed, feeling that the Shopkeeper's Daughter's words were more down-to-earth, while Holmes's were somewhat strange.

It seems like you understand part of it, but if you think about the meaning carefully, you'll feel like you haven't said anything at all.

"Hahaha~" Holmes revealed his owl-like smile again. He looked at Fujimaru Ritsuka and said, "I'm in a good mood today, so I'll give you a little background information. After all, someone has to remember this part of history."

"Just as life has competition, history also has winners and losers. The 'present' is the history of the victors based on correct choices and correct prosperity, which is called Proper Human History."

"And the history of losers based on wrong choices and wrong prosperity. The Human History that was interrupted as 'unnecessary things' and even abandoned by the theory of parallel worlds—these are called 'Lostbelt'."

"There are still things in the Lostbelt, but they have been severed by the 'this world' and cannot be continued in the future. They are abandoned history."

"The story I told you earlier is a real historical event, but due to the invasion from another world, it is considered a 'non-existent' history, so that world was severed."

Holmes stopped in his tracks, but the Shopkeeper's Daughter ahead did not stop and stepped straight into the trap, activating the defense mechanism.

"Whoosh—!!!"

More than a dozen laser beams powered by magic shot towards the Shopkeeper's Daughter like lightning.

"However, even though she knew that the world was full of apocalypse, she did not choose to give up. Instead, she decided to use the invaders as nourishment to become a true god."

Holmes seemed completely oblivious to the Magic Laser, and calmly said to Fujimaru Ritsuka beside him, "The final result was, of course, a success, so our world will not be attacked by another world."

"After learning that there are unimaginably powerful beings in this world, the beings in the other world are not idiots, and naturally they will not do anything that would be suicidal."

"Whoosh whoosh whoosh—!!!" More than a dozen flying knives flew out from behind, destroying the magical devices that provided power to the surrounding area.

"I see." Hassan of the Arm seemed to understand; he was the one who had thrown the knife.

Although they knew the Shopkeeper's Daughter was very powerful and had Lady Ella's power protecting her, Hassan of the Arm and the others would never allow Shopkeeper's Daughter to destroy the devices.

After all, they are bodyguards! It's their duty to protect Fujimaru Ritsuka and the Shopkeeper's Daughter, among others.

Of course, if Holmes were attacked, Hassan of the Arm would definitely hesitate for a moment and then act according to Fujimaru Ritsuka's expression.

"As expected of Lady Ella, her strength is indeed formidable." Hassan of the Hundred Faces exclaimed, his voice filled with admiration. Is this the friend of the First Generation Master?

That's incredible! He single-handedly resisted the invasion from another world and actually won!

The opponent was so badly beaten that they dared not come any closer. This level of strength is probably something even the First Generation Master couldn't achieve.

"..." The Shopkeeper's Daughter remained silent, unsure of what to say.

Praise from others does not mean that they understand the feelings of the person being praised.

The Shopkeeper's Daughter, on the contrary, felt that this world was too cruel, actually separating Mikaela alone to let him face the powerful beings from another world.

What was her world like at that time?

All the people of Earth must unite to fight against the powerful beings from another world! If we lose, Earth will be destroyed! If we win, we will secure a bright future.

Now? This world is full of powerful people, and at least in the eyes of the Shopkeeper's Daughter, Servant are already terrifying.

So, when facing the powerful beings from another world, only Mikaela fought alone? It's true that Aila-chan is very strong, but there are limits to how strong she is.

At this moment, the Shopkeeper's Daughter harbored some resentment, but she didn't say anything. Instead, she silently followed behind Fujimaru Ritsuka and the others, not intending to speak.

Holmes naturally noticed the anomaly, but he said nothing.

"By the way, what do you think of Roman's existence?" Holmes suddenly asked. All along the way, he seemed to have been talking about Mikaela and hadn't mentioned the situation inside Chaldea.

"What do you think? Are you talking about the doctor?" Fujimaru Ritsuka's face fell, and she said in a very helpless tone, "He's the kind of person who slacks off at work and likes to watch Magical Merih during his job."

"Magical Merih?" Holmes suddenly raised an eyebrow, as if recalling something strange, and his expression became quite odd.

That expression seemed to say, "There are actually people going to see that thing?!"

Is he mentally ill?

"The doctor is still very dedicated," Mash added helplessly. "Although he seems to like slacking off, he hasn't stopped drinking coffee."

"Well... I feel like he's a bit too lazy compared to the director." Fujimaru Ritsuka scratched his head, even though doctors aren't exactly lazy.

Compared to Director Olga Marie, who always gave orders, the other party seemed rather lazy.

"The director is taking this too seriously," Mash muttered. "After all, she's already died once. If she doesn't take this seriously, she might just die suddenly for no reason next time."

"That seems so." Fujimaru Ritsuka gave a rather subtle look, then looked at Holmes and asked, "By the way, Mr. Holmes, do you know Doctor Roman?"

"Hmm~ I'm investigating him." Holmes nodded, looking at Fujimaru Ritsuka and Mash calmly, "Although there's no crucial evidence yet, don't be afraid of what I'm about to tell you."

PS: "Four chapters to go."

Chapter 468 She is my daughter (8th update)

"Why do you come out with such a long face?"

After Doctor Roman left the room and went to the Control Room, Da Vinci looked at his expression, which seemed to have lost his mother, with some curiosity and chuckled, "Did something happen? Or did that Magical Merih block you?"

"No, none of that." Doctor Roman shook his head and sighed. "I was betrayed. I won't go into the details, and it has nothing to do with Mary."

"He seems to care for her quite a bit." Da Vinci chuckled. It seemed Roman hadn't been defeated after all.

Although he didn't know what had happened to him, the fact that the other person hadn't despaired to the point of 'suicide' reassured Da Vinci.

"What happened, Romani?" Olga Marie looked at Doctor Roman and said impatiently, "You're taking care of personal matters during work hours. If you don't give a proper reason, I have the right to deduct your salary."

"No! Director!!" Doctor Roman instantly snapped out of it. Although he didn't care much for money, he had recently tipped Meryl a lot of money! After all, a virtual streamer needs to make a living.

Merlin, that guy, as the other party's manager, actually didn't give Meryl any good food! He deserves to die.

Although he didn't know what was going on with Meryl, as a virtual streamer who was still able to keep broadcasting despite being in Grand Order Incineration, Doctor Roman felt obligated to make sure she had enough to eat.

Therefore, about half of the money in Doctor Roman's bank account has now been transferred to that Magical Merih.

The other party's sarcastic gratitude was so irresistible that Doctor Roman wanted to tip them even more!

"Alright, alright, you should come over and keep an eye on Fujimaru Ritsuka's condition." Seeing that Roman hadn't encountered any problems, Olga Marie breathed a sigh of relief. After all, Roman was a veteran, an old acquaintance like Reif.

It would be best if nothing happened to the other party; wages and such are minor matters to Magecraft.

"Yes."

Upon discovering that the director had no intention of deducting his salary, Doctor Roman continued to wear an expression as if his mother had died.

Because he simply couldn't understand why the Lord would interfere with him and make him give up the Ten Rings.

For a while now, Doctor Roman tried to summon the Ten Rings back, but as is clear, Ten Rings haven't returned.

If the Ten Rings were to return now, Roman wouldn't need to wear that stern face; instead, he would be forced to suppress a laugh.

Because! He is the true King Solomon! The true possessor of the Ten Rings!

How could they possibly be defeated by a pirated version of Solomon?! Right?!

Surely no one can be defeated by piracy?! Really? Really?

And then... now Doctor Roman has been defeated by piracy. He can't even cry now, and he truly feels that this world is full of malice.

Although he himself knew that if he were to transform back into King Solomon, he might be able to successfully summon back the Ten Rings.

But the problem is! If he really transforms into King Solomon and the Ten Rings aren't summoned back, what will he do? Wouldn't that make things quite awkward?

Thinking of this, Doctor Roman sighed deeply again, feeling that things were really too difficult for him.

Perhaps... this is the trouble of ordinary people.

If anyone knew what Doctor Roman was thinking right now, they would definitely be able to help but complain, "You're anything but ordinary!"

No one would impersonate an 'ordinary person'.

"That's how it is. I've already told you all the information I have, and if nothing unexpected happens, my information won't be wrong." Holmes said calmly, holding his pipe. "And please be sure to be wary of Romani Archman."

"But, Mr. Holmes, didn't you just say that there are exceptions?" Mash couldn't help but speak up; she had always had a very good impression of Doctor Roman.

The other person is one of only two people, besides my seniors, who are kind to me.

"Yes, there are exceptions. Perhaps I'm wrong. He's a good man." Holmes tapped his pipe and looked at Mash, continuing, "However, it's better to be safe than sorry. He's definitely the most secretive man. No one knows what he holds in his hands."

"Moreover... I am certain that he possesses hidden intelligence that could cause a sensation among those who Grand Order."

"But he hasn't made it public yet, which is enough to make people speculate about his attitude."

At this point, Holmes stopped and chuckled, "However, if you, Fujimaru Ritsuka, were to persuade Mikaela to go to Chaldea, you wouldn't need to be afraid of anyone."

"While a detective needs to uncover the truth, if his power reaches a certain level, no matter what kind of information he is hiding, it won't have much of an impact on Mikaela."

Holmes had a high opinion of Mikaela. This was the second time he had met Mikaela; the first time was in the Lostbelt of destruction, and the second time was in the desert region.

He had different feelings each time he saw Mikaela.

Although he had different feelings on the two occasions, Holmes believed that if Mikaela were there, none of the conspiracies and schemes would succeed.

"This... forget it." Fujimaru Ritsuka. At this moment, she had given up all hope. If Sister Ella really Chaldea, she would come herself.

Fujimaru Ritsuka is well aware that some things cannot be forced.

"Then you should be careful of that Romani Archman." Holmes smiled mysteriously, took two steps back, and said to the crowd, "Then you don't need me to show you the way back. Farewell."

"I still have something to pursue. If possible, let's meet next time not in the wilderness, but in a bustling metropolis."

Everything here has been explored; the supercomputer Holmes has seen it all; and he has written down everything that needed to be written down.

It's time to say goodbye. Although it's hard to part, that's life.

Where there is gathering, there is also parting; this is inevitable.

"By the way, Holmes, I have another question for you." Lancelot suddenly spoke up, looking at Holmes and asking, "Where is the blonde girl who was traveling with you?"

"Oh? That blonde girl?" Holmes looked quite surprised. He rolled his eyes and looked at Lancelot with some doubt, asking, "What do you want with her?"

Lancelot seemed to sense some kind of 'killing intent'. He originally wanted to ask where the other party was, but then changed his words and said, "It's nothing, I'm just curious about her identity."

"Oh, she's a daughter. What's wrong? She's adorable, isn't she?" Holmes said with a chuckle. "She looks a lot like me, doesn't she?"

Chapter 469 (The End) (Ninth Update)

The adventure was simple and tedious; it basically consisted of a quick tour of the mysterious Atlas Institute, and then it was all over.

When Fujimaru Ritsuka and the others returned to the ground, none of them spoke, and they remained quite silent.

"Senpai." Mash suddenly spoke, seemingly about to say something, but communication from Chaldea had already been activated.

"Fujimaru, how are things going? Did you see that blonde girl?" Olga Marie asked quickly, looking at Fujimaru Ritsuka and the others. "Did you get any information from her?"

"No."

Fujimaru Ritsuka shook her head and looked at Olga Marie, saying, "We have very little information here, and we haven't seen the blonde girl Lancelot mentioned. Instead, we've seen the famous Holmes."

"Holmes?"

Olga Marie frowned, as if she had thought of something, and muttered to herself, "He became Servant? That's incredible. Aren't Servant supposed to be historical heroes or people who have made great contributions?"

"Could his deeds be true? But... even if they are true, he could never become Servant."

"If not," Olga Marie suddenly realized something and looked at Fujimaru Ritsuka seriously, "Have you been deceived by the other party?"

Embarrassingly, Fujimaru Ritsuka and Mash clearly hadn't expected that the director, upon hearing the name Holmes, would subconsciously suspect whether he was a true Servant and even think they had been deceived.

"Judging from the actual situation, that guy isn't a fraud; he's probably a real Servant." At this moment, the great hero Arash defended Fujimaru Ritsuka and the others.

Arash smiled gently, "While most of what that guy said is believable, his last sentence can be completely ignored."