".Scathach-Skadi?"
What the hell kind of name was that?
Not only Mash—even Fujimaru Ritsuka was stunned.
Norla, who knew little about Norse mythology, looked completely lost throughout.
Though children did not need to know that much anyway.
Napoleon continued speaking.
"That woman is Scandinavia's ruler, the only god in Scandinavia, and the sovereign of this Lostbelt."
"Not a Servant, but a genuine [god]."
"The Crypter you are pursuing, along with their Servant, is likely hiding in her castle. In other words—"
"That is our destination."
".Thank you, Mr. Napoleon. This information is extremely valuable to us."
Fujimaru Ritsuka took a deep breath and solemnly thanked Napoleon.
The Crypter and Servant were also in the goddess's castle. What did that mean for Chaldea?
Paper Moon.
Where Chaldea's sole chance of survival lay was now clear.
"Mm, no need to rush to thank me. I have a question for you first. Do you—know about the [Fantasy Tree]?"
Napoleon waved a hand casually and asked in a serious tone.
"Fantasy Tree?"
The two girls voiced their confusion together.
"This Lostbelt differs somewhat from the others. Its Fantasy Tree is not located within the world, but hidden away. Since you do not know about it, I may as well explain it beforehand."
"That thing is the foundation of a Lostbelt."
"So long as the Fantasy Tree exists, the Lostbelt will exist."
"In other words—unless the Fantasy Tree is cut down, this Lostbelt will not be terminated. Is that what you mean?"
Fujimaru Ritsuka asked with a frown.
Come to think of it, back in Antarctica, before they made the Imaginary Number Dive—
[Thus, gods descended from the distant universe. With seven seeds, they selected new leaders.]
[The leaders will reshape this planet. The most outstanding Lostbelt leader will renew the world.]
[This competition does