Meeting again

"Ughhhhhh--!"

At this moment, Landao Tianwu's appearance resembled Edvard Munch's famous painting "The Scream," distorted beyond recognition. Now completely in a soul state, he could no longer cause any trouble.

"Bai Wunan, didn't you say you were gradually improving the extraction method? It's been several days now, and it seems to me that the extraction method is getting more and more painful?"

Looking at Landao Tianwu, who was barely breathing on the ground, Tiandao couldn't help but question Bai Wunan's actions.

We've had several experiences extracting these components that were once part of the system, so even if it didn't turn out like this, there should have been some improvement.

"Don't worry, trust me, we've already made significant breakthroughs this time."

With a subtle expression, Electric Eye glanced at Landao Tianwu on the ground, but still offered his hand to Bai Wunan in front of him. Compared to the peaceful life he was living with Tiandao here now, with a promising future, this little bit of pain was nothing.

Then, like a television set that had been powered off, his consciousness went completely black.

In his final, hazy moments, he heard Bai Wunan's annoying voice:

"Hmm... at least it was much faster this time."

The matter in Northern Europe has come to an end. Bai Mo looked at the progress bar on Hephaestus, which had remained unchanged for an entire day.

As a temporary waste of time, he and Arcueid taught Ortlinde basic magnetic field knowledge here. Ortlinde learned very quickly, and her comprehension and memory surprised both of them.

Afterwards, he took her, Skadi, and the others, and followed Da Vinci to Chaldea. The people of Northern Europe still needed to communicate with the current Human Order protection institutions.

"Bai Mo, how are my decorations? Um, how should we greet each other when we meet? Should we bow or something else?"

Olga Marie kept adjusting her clothes and accessories, even though she had already adjusted them many times, making the originally neat clothes a bit wrinkled.

"This doesn't look like a meeting between business partners. Anyone who didn't know better would think you were there for a job interview," Bai Mo said helplessly, leaning against the door. Olga Marie clearly valued this meeting very much.

"That's completely different! That's a god, a living god... Sigh, no ordinary person could possibly remain calm in that situation, right?"

"I understand, but after watching her all this time, you can tell she's a very approachable goddess, right?"

"That's true... but anyway, this is Olga Marie's first mission since her return, and I'll definitely give it my best!"

Olga Marie made a bold statement in front of Bai Mo, Bai Mo silently applauded her serious attitude. Seeing the approval of his shareholder, the director walked out with an air of grandeur.

Bai Mo, as a shareholder, brought her a super-large order that would make almost everyone in the Clock Tower drool with envy—the sole god who controls the remaining regions of the Age of Gods.

It is also a world where Primal Runes are everywhere, enough to make most Magecraft abandon their families on the spot. Even becoming an old farmer here is more promising than struggling to figure out Magecraft in a world where the age of gods has faded.

Go, Olga Marie, prove yourself, don't let him down! Prove right here that the Chaldea director's strength is far superior to that guy who's good at cooking!

You've gone to the wrong place, they're in the kitchen.

"Ha?"

Olga Marie no longer wanted to think about why the Northern Europe goddess and, judging by appearances, the chief Valkyrie was in the kitchen. When she saw Goredolf bringing out plate after plate of exquisite desserts, and Skadi and Ortlinde eating cake like little girls on their birthdays, she seemed to hear something shatter.

"Hmm, this tastes pretty good too. The jam is delicious. I think it would be fine to use it on that dessert called shaved ice, right?"

"That's for sure!"

Olga Marie was completely stunned by the sight of Goredolf bustling around in the kitchen.

When did he start?

"While you're adjusting your tie."

Bai Mo's words made the director so angry that she bit down hard on her red tie, as if it were the neck of her enemy. Seeing her arrive, Ortlinde quietly reminded Skadi, and then Skadi smiled and waved, gesturing for the director to sit down as well.

"Okay, I told you she'd be easy to talk to, and it just so happens to be afternoon tea time."

Upon seeing this, the director took a deep breath and sat down. Before long, perhaps because of the atmosphere of the desserts, the two quickly started talking.

Ortlinde quietly approached Bai Mo and moved closer to him. This so-called exchange was, in reality, nothing more than a simple exchange of favors.

The Northern Europe experienced a literal upheaval, and although a few thousand people were saved, these were far too few. Civilization needs protection, so the Chaldea took on the corresponding task.

From small-scale local infrastructure development and ecological restoration to Jotunheim, everything requires time and researchers.

"By the way, Ortlinde, could you do me a favor?"

During this quiet time, Bai Mo and Ortlinde busied themselves in the kitchen. Ortlinde guided them step by step, mixing honey, flour, and other ingredients, along with Northern Europe herbs, to create a classic honey dessert.

Ortlinde clearly enjoyed this atmosphere, the two of them preparing their favorite food in the kitchen. Although she didn't know why Bai Mo had suddenly become interested in this, she was happy to share all the relevant knowledge she knew.

Inspiration kept coming in, and she even designed several new products.

The conversation ended smoothly. Skadi watched the two of them silently, then took the remaining snacks and left with Olga Marie and the others.

"Huh? Were you in the kitchen today? I didn't know you could cook."

"What we learned later, today is just an exception, so what do you want to eat, Atalanta?"

Ortlinde looked at the huntress behind the counter with a curious gaze, and Atalanta waved her hand, saying, "You look much healthier than before."

Upon seeing this familiar sight, Ortlinde suddenly recalled the scene from back then, her cheeks flushed red as she crouched down, trying to hide herself under the counter.

"Don't be shy. Based on my previous actions, your ability to charge into that kind of battlefield is proof of courage. Those who hunt wild beasts obtain their hides and flesh, proving that the brave can wield strong shields and sharp swords. Your appearance is even more worthy of your courage."

"Is... is that so?"

"Hmm, but we can't just let it go like that about you disturbing my hunt, Bai Mo, that can't be forgotten. What are you making? It smells so good, give me some. I just helped out at Chaldea, I really want something sweet."

Bai Mo brought over an apple cake drizzled with honey, Atalanta immediately began eating at the bar. Seeing this, the two of them also stopped what they were doing.

Has Chaldea already begun summoning Heroic Spirit?

"Yeah, Ritsuka completed a Singularity before, and it was slow, but the previous Servant are returning one by one... Maybe then, we old buddies can reunite."

I sensed the presence of familiar faces earlier; someone might have already been summoned.

Upon hearing this, Bai Mo smiled. A large part of the reason he paid attention to Chaldea was because he might be able to see the guys from the Argo from before.