After Boarding

Just as Lily was about to explain, there was a knock on the guest room door.

"It must be Mr. Waver."

Since the only person Shirou knew well in the car was Lord El-Melloi II, Shirou's guess wasn't surprising. However, when the door opened, the visitor wasn't the "Waver" Shirou had imagined. A woman in a kimono was standing outside the guest room door.

"Ms. Adashino?"

After recognizing the person's identity, Shirou showed a surprised expression.

The woman in the kimono before him was none other than the Magecraft from the [Department of Law]—Himeko Hishiri Adashino. But recognizing her identity made Shirou's heart pound with unease.

He couldn't understand why this Magecraft, who belonged to the [Department of Law], had come to visit. It was their first meeting, and there hadn't even been a formal greeting, yet the other man had chosen to visit so late at night...

"I have no ill intentions; I'm only here to talk to that child."

However, Hishiri Adashino, who was blocked outside the door, did not show any dissatisfaction. Instead, she pointed her slender finger from under her sleeve at someone in the guest room.

"This..."

"Sure."

Before Shirou could even organize his thoughts, he heard Lily, who had walked up to him, say this.

"Don't worry, I will definitely return your teacher safely."

These were the last words that Hishiri Adashino left before she left.

On the other side--

For this train, an empty compartment is probably the easiest to find and the most suitable place for conversation.

After Lily followed Hishiri Adashino into one of the private rooms, she heard the other person say:

"Well then, I'll get straight to the point... Miss Lily, no, I should say Caster--"

"[Medea] should be the one..."

P. S.: Hehe~

I recommend a very young, tiny book; if you're interested, you can add it to your bookshelf and nurture it.

After all, that author is very cute~

<Gudako the Herrscher of the End>

Introduction:

Gudako, Grand Master, Human Order Restorer, Lostbelt Cutter, and also, Herrscher of the End!

A being who traverses countless worlds and walks to the ends of time and space, seeking only to devour all evil!

Remember this: Those who devour evil are never hypocritical!

RUAAA!!!!!!

(Judging from the introduction, he should be a shameful master.)

Chapter Recommendation: <I, Kurumi Tokisaki, am a Wanderer>

<I, Kurumi Tokisaki, am a wanderer>

Introduction:

Goodbye, Mio Takamiya. -- The girl's clear eyes were full of mockery.

"Why... why is this happening!"

"Because I'm Xin Yue 3~"

"Huh???"

Ding--The initial dungeon has been cleared and is currently being evaluated.

Kurumi Tokisaki:

???

This is the story of a reborn girl who happens to save the world along the way.

···

World:

Four Wars -?

(Update coming later, please wait)

Chapter 345. After Getting on the Bus

Lily had been called away by the Magecraft from the Department of Law, Hishiri Adashino, for about ten minutes, but there had been no news of her. Shirou simply couldn't bear to leave Lily alone with that complete Magecraft.

If something really goes wrong, then not only will Wang Xiaoming not be able to forgive himself, but even Shirou won't be able to forgive himself.

"Fujino Asagami- nee, I..."

"Go ahead, although Miss Lily should be safe, just in case."

Seeing Shirou turn his gaze to her, Shirou, already guessing what Fujino Asagami was about to say, spoke to him.

"Um."

Shirou nodded, then stood up and walked towards the door.

Click--

Before Shirou had even left for two minutes, the door opened again, and Lily walked in, but Shirou was not with her.

"Miss Lily, did you see Shirou when you came back?"

No...

This is the locomotive of the Rail Zeppelin, and the only place that no guest is allowed to set foot in.

In reality, most of the train's power comes from magic, and many parts of this locomotive are simply imitations of old steam locomotives. It's just that [that person] likes this kind of atmosphere.

After all, the train's former manager was a [Dead Apostle]. As a species with abilities far exceeding those of humans, it's not surprising that they have some strange and unusual hobbies.

"Everything is ready, Rodin."

A woman's voice rang out from the other end of the locomotive; it was the host of the auction on this train— Leandro.

"The reserved Mystic Eyes P.andaemonium has been confirmed in [P. andaemonium]. It seems the auction can proceed smoothly."

The host briefed the train conductor on the preparations for the auction.

"Well, so what's the main event this time?"

"Have no idea."

The host answered in a matter-of-fact tone.

"As usual, only the [acting manager] knows which guest is [that one]."

It was the same when the manager was in charge. Even the staff of the Rail Zeppelin didn't know who owned the Mystic Eyes that were auctioned as "Eye Catchers".

However, if the target does not show up before the auction begins—or if they receive an invitation but do not intend to board—the exceptional agent manager will notify them of the person's identity. Since she has not come to notify them, the person should already be on the train or will board as an additional guest for the day.

Although it was an odd custom, at least Rodin and Leandro did not complain about it.

For them, the most important thing was to successfully hold the Mystic Eyes auction left behind by the former manager. They were proud to be the System that existed for this purpose and should not have any doubts.

"Let's double-check, Leandro."

At that moment, the train conductor suddenly said, "As this is the first auction [after the train has resumed operation for seven years], we absolutely cannot allow it to go wrong."

"Yes, I understand."

After listening to the train conductor's words, the host, Leandro, seemed to empathize with what he said and showed a lingering fear on her face.

"Yes, we must prevent something like what happened [seven years ago] from happening again..."

"It's been a long time, Lord Marisbilly."

Kayneth, who had just boarded the train, suppressed his usual arrogance and bowed slightly to the old man before him. The old man, named Marisbilly, nodded in response.

"It's been a long time, Sir Kayneth. I never expected to run into you here."

"This is Marisbilly Animusphere, the Lord of [Department of Astromancy]."

Kayneth introduced him to Wang Xiaoming, who was following behind him.

"Hello."

"I know you, Mr. Wang, the legendary owner of the [Rainbow]-level Mystic Eyes —the [Mystic Eyes of Petrification (Cybele)]."

Upon seeing Wang Xiaoming, Marisbilly chuckled and spoke. His gaze then shifted to the red-haired woman behind Kayneth, a hint of surprise unconsciously flashing across his face.

"I didn't expect Miss Blue to come too. Sir Kayneth, you've certainly made quite a show of force this time."

"What, Lord Marisbilly, are you also interested in the [Mystic Eyes of Petrification]?"

To Kayneth's meaningful remark, Marisbilly smiled wryly and waved his hand, saying:

"Forget it, my old bones can't handle this kind of pressure. My only purpose in coming here is to find some useful [Mystic Eyes]. After all, I'm still very interested in the [Holy Grail War]."

"Um?"

After hearing the old man's words, Wang Xiaoming and Aoko Aozaki both raised their eyebrows in unison. As for Kayneth—

"Is it to fulfill Animusphere's long-cherished wish through the Holy Grail?"

Kayneth's voice was inexplicably low:

"While I respect your ideals regarding [observing Human Order], it is ultimately nothing more than an unrealistic dream. Even entrusting [Fuyuki's Holy Grail] with this matter would be futile."

--The Holy Grail War is a Magecraft ritual in which seven Magecraft summon seven Heroic Spirit to fight for the Holy Grail, which can grant wishes. Coincidentally, there are two Magecraft in this carriage who survived the previous Holy Grail War. They are all too familiar with the truth about that Holy Grail War.

"Sir Kayneth, although I understand your meaning, this is [Animusphere's ] long-cherished wish, so..."

"I see."

Seeing that his persuasion had no effect, Kayneth simply nodded and stopped mentioning the matter.

"Lord?"

Suddenly a sound came from the side, and everyone turned around to see two men who had just boarded the train and were walking towards them.

"Sir Kayneth, let me introduce you—"

The old man pointed to one of the men, who was wearing a green shirt and a top hat, and said to Kayneth:

"Flauros is Magecraft I recruited from [the Department of Archaeology (Asteria)]."

"I know, a genius Magecraft who reached the [Priesthood (Fes)] at the age of twenty. I hope you won't let his talent go to waste, Lord Marisbilly."

"Haha, no one dares to call themselves a genius in front of you, Lord Kayneth."

Upon hearing Kayneth's somewhat teasing remark, the old man smiled. After all, everyone likes to hear kind words, especially from the "recognized genius" within the Clock Tower.

"So, this person—"

"There's no need for you to introduce me, Lord Marisbilly."

After interrupting the old man, Kayneth turned his gaze to the tall, thin young man standing there:

"I naturally know the head of the [Department of Modern Magecraft (Norwich)]."

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