(Hang in there! Hang in there! Hang in there! Perseverance is victory. My fellow sufferers, please hold on! Wishing you a speedy recovery!)
The moment Wang Hao proposed the deal, the Empress was already pondering his intentions. Despite considering many possibilities, she never expected him to utter such a statement.
Those simple words struck her like lightning, making her body stiffen. She instinctively wanted to retort, but strangely, she didn't utter a word, and her heart even started racing for no apparent reason.
Only then did she realize that in the short few days she had spent with her little Master, she had developed extraordinary feelings for him.
Seeing the Empress show a rare hint of panic, Wang Hao smiled and said, "In our Huaxia, there is an old saying: 'A woman adorns herself for the one who appreciates her, and a scholar dies for the one who understands him.'"
Although you possess unparalleled beauty that could captivate all beings, what you were most proud of was your wisdom and ability. Unfortunately, the men you encountered in your life were all vulgar men who were only after your beauty.
What you truly desire is to find someone who appreciates and needs your wisdom and abilities, not your beauty.
It must be said that the Holy Grail is indeed a magical thing. Even if most people don't ultimately obtain the Holy Grail, they can still fulfill their wishes during the Holy Grail War. For example, Empress, you met the mentor you needed for your rebirth.
In my opinion, you and Amakusa Shirou are the most compatible pair in this Holy Grail War.
I am someone who did not originally exist in this Holy Grail War, but my arrival has caused considerable changes to this Holy Grail War. So, Empress of Assyria, would you like to see the ending of your relationship with Amakusa Shirou in the original timeline?
"Laugh!"
After a long while, the Empress of Assyria finally came to her senses and scoffed disdainfully, saying coldly, "If you think you can sow discord between me and my Master with such clumsy tricks, you underestimate me!"
"You underestimated me. Do you think I need to resort to scheming for this Holy Grail War? My deal is after the Holy Grail War ends. As for the period during the Holy Grail War, you can do as you please."
"After the Holy Grail War ends, this magic crystal can temporarily keep you afloat for one more day. We can discuss the details then."
Shaking his head slightly in resignation, Wang Hao took out a magic crystal and placed it in front of the Empress, saying, "Although you're not interested in the original future, I still have to say, you did give Amakusa Shirou a deep kiss at the end!"
After saying that, Wang Hao tore a space crack without any hesitation and prepared to leave. However, when he was about to step in, he seemed to remember something. He turned around and asked curiously, "You just called yourself mine, right? This title should be the exclusive title of our Chinese emperor. Why do you also use it and pronounce it in Chinese?"
This is indeed very strange. He remembered that the Assyrian empress' period was in several centuries BC. Brother Zheng was not born at that time, and Chinese culture was not able to spread there. Why did this girl call herself me?
"I've been reading some books from your ancient Eastern country these past few days. As the Empress of Assyria, I should naturally refer to myself as such!"
She replied indifferently, Empress of Assyria mind not on the matter.
During this period, Wang Hao's appearance and the terrifying strength he displayed made them all wary. In order to deal with this abnormal man, they collected a lot of historical materials from the ancient Eastern countries.
And my self-proclaimed name was exactly what she saw in Chinese historical materials, and she liked it very much, so she used it.
Shrugging, Wang Hao didn't say anything more and stepped into the spatial rift.
"A kiss? It seems the ending isn't so bad!"
Playing with the magic crystal in her hand, the Empress of Assyria's thoughts drifted, and a blush crept onto her fair and beautiful face.
It seems the little Master really suits my taste!
After his secret rendezvous with the Empress, Wang Hao didn't linger. He sensed the situation briefly and arrived at Jack the Ripper's battlefield, where his opponents were the Red Faction's cavalry Achilles and archer Atalanta.
Having received his guidance and training within the Time Barrier, Jack the Ripper not only gained his own flesh and blood body, but his strength also increased several levels, steadily reaching the Fourth Tier of the Earth Realm.
With the added blessing of the colossal Magecraft array that covers the entire Romania territory, and the exclusive suit specially crafted for him by Wang Hao, his strength is comparable to that of a Earth Realm Peak expert.
Although Achilles is Demigod Level Heroic Spirit, the one currently in existence is only Servant, and his strength is at most one-tenth of his original form.
So even with Atalanta's help, they could only barely suppress Jack the Ripper, but they couldn't win, at least not in the short term.
"Uncle!"
The moment Jack the Ripper sensed Wang Hao's presence, he withdrew from the battle and flashed to Wang Hao's side, affectionately rubbing against his arm.
On the other hand, Achilles and Atalanta were completely different. Upon seeing Wang Hao, they immediately became alert and prepared to evacuate at any moment.
This was something they had agreed upon long ago: they would never confront this mysterious Eastern Heroic Spirit head-on. The opponent was far too abnormally powerful, far beyond what the two of them could handle, not to mention the existence of Assassin of Black could rival them.
They have already lost this battle zone; now they need to figure out how to survive in this enemy's hands and retreat safely.
Achilles, Atalanta, would you like a drink?
Wang Hao casually set up a barrier to seal off the surroundings, then conjured a set of table and chairs, took out three wine glasses, poured in Darnic's treasured wines, and gestured for the two to come over and talk.
"Now we can't say we're not interested even if we wanted to!"
Achilles glanced at the outer barrier, sighed helplessly, and turned to look at Atalanta beside him.
"Big sister, you make the decision!"
Atalanta did not hesitate for a moment. Realizing that the two of them could not get here, she decisively put away her bow and arrows and stepped forward, with Achilles following closely behind.
The opponent's strength was far too great, far beyond what the two of them could contend with. Given such an absolute difference in strength, there was no reason for the opponent to use underhanded methods to harm them, so there was no harm in going over to hear what this person's intentions were.
At worst, I'll just die eventually!
"You're not an adult yet, you can't drink this!"
Seeing Jack the Ripper curiously reach for the glass, Wang Hao flicked his finger on the little girl's fair forehead, then casually handed her a glass of cola and a straw.
Children can drink beverages, but alcohol is for adults.
"What do you want to say to us? If you want us to betray our Master, then there's no need to say anything."
Without any hesitation, Atalanta sat down opposite Wang Hao, staring intently into Wang Hao eyes with a Haki yet resolute gaze, trying to guess what his intentions were.
Although she was somewhat unhappy with her current Master, Amakusa Shirou, she wouldn't betray him; she still had that much moral integrity.
Achilles, on the other hand, didn't care. He picked up the wine in front of him and drank it all in one gulp.
They'd already brought out drinks to serve them; it would be too embarrassing to refuse, especially since the other party was an abnormally strong superhuman.
We must show sufficient respect to such an extremely powerful individual.
"Her Jack the Ripper, the assassin we summoned this time. Unlike other Heroic Spirit, Jack the Ripper is an aggregate of countless aborted babies who could not be born normally..."
Instead of revealing his purpose directly, Wang Hao began to explain Jack the Ripper's deeds.
Achilles didn't react much, only showing anger and sympathy, but Atalanta's reaction was much more intense, which was exactly what Wang Hao wanted to do.
Having watched the Fate/Apocrypha anime, he was naturally aware of the Archer of Red's origins and obsessions. In fact, in the original story, the archer sought revenge against White Jeanne because of some children, and ultimately went so far as to use a monster's skin to transform into a half-human, half-beast being.
Moreover, this person's desire to place their hopes on the Holy Grail is quite noble.
He developed a certain fondness for this hunter from Greek mythology when he watched the animation, after all, a woman who likes to care for children is definitely a rare and good woman.
He wouldn't have bothered if he hadn't encountered her before, but now that he has the opportunity, the ability, and the need to cultivate more powerful allies, he naturally wants to keep this pleasing woman.
"I'm sorry, I'm so sorry, I didn't mean to hurt you!"
After hearing Wang Hao's story, Atalanta burst into tears and repeatedly apologized to Jack the Ripper.
She truly didn't know that Jack the Ripper had such a background; if she had known, she would never have harmed him.
"I also feel sorry for Jack the Ripper's plight, but reality is so dark. However, I still firmly believe that human will can overcome fate, so I plan to establish a children's aid organization after this Holy Grail War ends, dedicated to taking in orphans from all over the world and punishing those who abuse both born and unborn children."
I can handle the resources, but this organization lacks an executor who can consistently uphold this will. I wonder if Miss Atalanta would be interested in taking on this role?"
"Yes, of course I'm interested, but even so, I will not submit to you, much less work for you, until the end of this Holy Grail War."
With tears in her eyes Atalanta nodded in agreement without hesitation, but still upheld her honor as a warrior.
During the war, there was absolutely no way she would betray her Master.
"That's natural, and as I've already said, it's after this Holy Grail War ends. As for during the war, you can do whatever you want, as long as you don't do anything excessive or harm innocent people, I won't target you."
These two magic crystals will allow you to maintain your existence for one day after the Holy Grail War ends. You can then make your decision.
They also took out two magic crystals that they had condensed themselves and handed them to Atalanta and Achilles.
Atalanta immediately picked up the magic crystal, and after confirming that there was nothing wrong with it, she carefully put it away.
Achilles, however, did not touch the magic crystal. Unlike Atalanta, he would not agree to the deal based on a verbal promise, especially since the two sides were currently on opposing sides.
"Miss Atalanta, I imagine you'd love to have a chat with Jack the Ripper. I remember there's a small swing over there; you could sit there and relax."
Wang Hao patted Jack the Ripper's head and gestured for him to go and keep the older girl across from him company.
At first, the little girl was a bit reluctant, but after Wang Hao took out a large bottle of cola, she happily hugged the huge bottle, jumped off the chair, and walked towards Atalanta.
Atalanta glanced at Achilles with concern before getting up, taking Jack the Ripper's hand, and walking outside.
She also realized that the man opposite her had deliberately sent her away, his purpose being nothing more than to speak with Achilles alone.
However, judging from their intentions, they shouldn't harm Achilles.
" Achilles, the Rider of Red, is a Demigod Level Hero in Greek mythology, second only to Heracles."
Swirling the crimson liquor in his glass, Wang Hao sized up the Rider of Red before him.
This person is definitely among the First-Rate Heroic Spirit; aside from a few overpowered individuals, they are practically Invincible.
This can be understood simply by looking at his performance in the original work. In the anime, this guy was reckless from beginning to end. If he hadn't been tricked by Chiron, he would definitely have survived until the end of the Holy Grail War.
"I'm sorry, I'm not the eldest sister. Although I feel sympathy and anger for what those children went through, I will not do things for you like the eldest sister would."
Achilles politely declined.
He didn't believe the man in front of him had such simple motives; that so-called child rescue organization was definitely a means to exploit them.
Atalanta's obsession was so strong that it interfered with her own reason, which is why she agreed so decisively, but I am different.
He had no obsession with that kind of thing, and even his desire to participate in the Holy Grail War was quite weak. Moreover, he could fulfill his small wish to continue being Hero without anyone's help.
Therefore, no matter what, as a Demigod Level Hero of Greek mythology, he would never submit to anyone.
You like Atalanta, don't you?
Wang Hao showed no anger whatsoever; instead, he looked at the highly renowned Greek Hero before him with a playful smile.
I don't know what you're talking about!
He replied expressionlessly, but his eyes darted nervously towards Atalanta. Seeing that Atalanta was chatting happily with Jack the Ripper and hadn't noticed them, he breathed a sigh of relief.
But the moment her eyes turned, they met Wang Hao's ambiguous smile, and her heart began to race again.