The Conqueror King Makes a Dazzling Entrance, The Standard Ending

At this moment, the camera suddenly shifted, displaying a line of text.

[2 minutes ago]

The camera refocused on Fuyuki Bridge.

As the battle between the two sides reached a fever pitch, Rider wore a grave expression and said, "This is terrible. Saber and Lancer are both fighting with genuine intensity; they'll likely decide the victor before long. This is truly a disaster."

Waver, hearing this, was confused: "Th-this, what's so terrible about that? If they decide a winner and someone is eliminated, isn't that a good thing for us?"

Rider immediately scolded him loudly: "Fool! The Holy Grail War is a miracle of an event; to be able to meet heroes and legends from different times and spaces is a supreme blessing! This is only the first night since the Holy Grail War began, and to have someone eliminated already—don't you think that's a great pity?"

"If things continue like this, Lancer is going to be eliminated!"

Waver was even more bewildered and couldn't help but retort: "That's not right, is it? This is different from your initial plan, isn't it? Didn't you want to sit back and reap the rewards?"

Rider looked back at Waver: "I did hope that other Servants might accept Lancer's challenge and appear—after all, rather than hunting them down one by one, it's faster to finish them all off at once!"

Waver was stunned: "Finish... them all off?"

The BGM turned heroic at this moment. Rider extended his right hand toward the harbor, his tone becoming joyful and grand: "Of course! The chance to cross blades with heroes from different eras is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Not to mention having six of them all at once—naturally, I can't let a single one slip away!"

"Take Saber and Lancer right in front of us; they are both heroes who make one's blood boil! It would be a tragedy for them to die here!"

These words made Waver's face twitch. Finally, he couldn't help but spread his hands and exclaim excitedly: "If you don't want them to die, then what are you trying to do? The Holy Grail War is a death match of mutual slaughter to begin with!"

Upon hearing this, Rider didn't hesitate to slap his Master, sending the latter flying with a pathetic whimper.

Immediately, Rider turned his gaze toward the harbor and declared with grand ambition: "To conquer without destroying, to rule without humiliation! That is true conquest!"

With that, he grinned, drew the great sword at his waist, and let out a roar as he slashed fiercely into the air. A blade of energy tore through the space about ten meters above, creating a rift that crackled with blue lightning, accompanied by a thunderous boom.

Following this, the lowing of an ox echoed out. A chariot pulled by two galloping black bulls charged forth. Even though they were running through the air, it was as if they were treading on solid ground, trailing intense blue lightning that flickered incessantly across the bridge of Fuyuki Bridge.

The pathetic Waver lay sprawled on the bridge, letting out a fearful whimper, his body trembling—weak and easily bullied.

Facing his Master's shameful display, Rider didn't mind, nor did he mock him. Instead, he said with great spirit: "The spectating ends here, kid. Let's head over there too!"

Hearing this, Waver could only let out a reluctant, mournful cry, complaining that Rider only knew how to act recklessly and calling him an idiot over and over, his heart filled with resentment.

Rider merely looked back and grinned: "If you don't like it, why not stay here and watch?"

Waver: "I'm going! Take me with you! You idiot!!!"

His voice sounded like he was about to cry.

However, Rider was very satisfied and laughed heartily: "Very good. That's my Master, hahahaha~~~"

In the real world, people watching this scene couldn't help but laugh out loud.

This Waver was just too funny. He was full of resentment, yet the moment he was asked if he wanted to go, he agreed in a heartbeat. He was the epitome of saying one thing while meaning another, and his cowardice had reached new heights, mixed with a sense of tsundere.

Although a man being tsundere usually feels off-putting, it had to be said that in the case of this pathetic little Waver, it was unexpectedly fitting.

At the very least, the enthusiasts were excited, and the older women who favored "fresh meat" were moved.

Of course, many people began to imagine Waver in women's clothing, and some artists had already started drawing it.

After all, when the audience base consists of billions of people worldwide, it's no surprise that all sorts of strange talents emerge.

However, this combination of Rider and his Master was truly the least typical pair of Holy Grail War participants so far.

The other pairs were standard Master-Servant dynamics. Even if the Servants were heroes of the past, the ones in charge were the Masters—this was true even for King Arthur. While she appeared to have a great deal of autonomy, she was effectively executing Emiya Kiritsugu's battle plan.

The combination of Waver and Rider was completely different. As the Master, Waver was led by the nose by his Servant, looking like a pathetic, weakling being completely dominated by a masculine powerhouse. The chemistry was off the charts.

Though, well...

Most people didn't dislike it.

If one were to ask why, it was because the aura of a conqueror displayed by Rider had already won over many.

That heroism, that upright nature, and that unshakeable dominance satisfied every fantasy people had about ancient conquerors and lords.

Such a person was the most capable of making one's blood boil, and the easiest to feel drawn to.

Even though he claimed he would finish everyone off at once—which seemed incredibly arrogant and clownish—when paired with his domineering words, appearance, and presence, it didn't feel like the blind arrogance of a fool. Instead, it felt like the absolute self-confidence of a hero, someone worthy of countless people kneeling before him to swear loyalty and follow in his footsteps.

This was the very definition of a king's charisma.

At this moment, the Light Screen image changed again.

Subtitles appeared.

[Time returns to the present]

BOOM!

Accompanied by a roar, Rider drove his ox-cart into the ground with incomparable force, sending sand and stones flying. The already devastated harbor was further ravaged, leaving behind deep, scorched marks.

At the same time, arcs of lightning spread throughout the process, flickering incessantly and illuminating Rider on his chariot with a unique presence, as if a deity had descended.

This entrance was full of intensity, instantly seizing the attention of everyone present while simultaneously driving a wedge between Saber and Lancer.

In an instant, Saber and Lancer were both struck with astonishment, immediately raising their guard against the sudden intruder, Rider. As for Waver, because he was hunched over inside the vehicle, the car body shielded him from view, allowing him to achieve perfect concealment without anyone noticing his presence.

Then, Rider spread his arms as if no one else were there, a bold, confident smile beaming across his face as he let out his own voice: "Both sides, sheathe your weapons! Before the King, there shall be no insolence!"

Everyone: "...?"

What on earth was this?

Rider seemed quite satisfied with his performance, tilting his head slightly to look left and right before taking a deep breath and continuing his declaration: "My name is the Conqueror King, Iskandar! I have descended into this world under the class of Rider for this Holy Grail War!"

Everyone: "!!!"

What was this? Revealing his true name right off the bat!?

It wasn't just those in the Light Screen; the entire world was stunned. After all, the intelligence gathered previously indicated that a Servant must conceal their true identity to avoid being targeted!

And amidst the astonished gaze of billions, the Light Screen suddenly went black as the music exclusive to Rider reached its finale.

A line of text appeared shortly after.

[To be continued]

The whole world: "...?"

The update was a bit late today because the editor mentioned there was a recommendation coming, and it would be better to update after the list changed, as the follow-up reading rate affects future recommendations, which is very important to me.

As it turned out, there was an issue with the list and it didn't change. After asking the editor, they said the technical department was having problems and was working on an emergency fix.

However, it still hasn't been fixed, and I couldn't wait any longer, so I updated first.

I am very sorry for making everyone wait so long today.