Paradise

In the shadows of the Fairy Britain Britain, a secret chamber lies buried deep underground, concealed by layers of Magecraft and shielding devices—

"What a huge loss! The Pseudo Water Mirror is one less we can use each time, and now we haven't even hit our target. After this, that guy will definitely be on guard, and next time, as soon as there's even a hint of trouble, it'll be shattered by the real Water Mirror."

The man frowned as he stared at the screen in front of him. This seemed to be a technological product that shouldn't exist in the Fairy Britain at all. In fact, everything about it exuded a feeling of incompatibility with the fairytale atmosphere of the Fairy Britain.

The communicator on the table responded, the voice tinged with a hint of helplessness:

"This is unavoidable, but fortunately we have other trump cards... Seriously, where did this guy come from? Morgan even used outside help. It's hard to imagine what price he offered that made the Winter Queen, who has lived for thousands of years, give up her throne to him."

"Speaking of which, Norwich, didn't you make all the arrangements? Why didn't you take this opportunity to wipe them out in one fell swoop?"

The mechanical voice from the communicator carried a hint of doubt, while the man looking at the screen sighed deeply, his eyes fixed on the Bai Mo battling the Norwich Calamity.

More accurately, it was the punch he threw.

"I don't want to make a hasty move against that guy without being fully prepared."

"He could have easily dealt with Morgan simply by taking action?"

Hearing the words on the communicator, the man fell silent, but upon closer inspection, his enormous fist was clenched and trembling.

In Norwich's Vault Castle, after discussing the matter, everyone decided to split into two groups. On one hand, Lancelot returned to Aurora's command, and Ritsuka and the others had no objections to this.

Although Ritsuka felt sad and distressed by Mash's renewed absence, she still mustered her courage and discussed the upcoming battle preparations with the others.

But before that, Bai Mo asked with some concern:

"Mash has been found, but I want to know, where did Black Spear go?"

After the Black Spear Tenju was completed, Mash carried it. On one hand, controlling such a thing would greatly hinder Bai Mo in his battles with his opponents. On the other hand, as a shield to protect Ritsuka, it was most suitable for Mash to control the Black Spear.

Now, it's clear that this was a wrong decision.

"The fairy who was with Mash came from Sheffield, so Black Spear must be in Sheffield."

Caster recalled the banner the goblins had been flying. Although he didn't know what Black Spear was, since they were in Sheffield, he figured he could find clues.

Upon hearing the name Sheffield, Ash put a finger to his lips and pondered:

"Sheffield, ah, Lord Boggart over there is an ambitious fellow. First he lost to Woodwose in the struggle for the chieftainship of the Fang Clan, and then he was expelled from Norwich."

Two consecutive defeats have left this guy out of his mind. He spends his days indulging in Britain dreams of retaking Norwich, defeating Woodwose, marching into Camelot, and then unifying Britain. He doesn't even know his own limitations.

He has some ability in governing his territory, but that ability is not commensurate with his foolish ambition.

He'll get himself killed sooner or later.

Ash, like a skilled psychologist, saw through Boggart's behavior perfectly, adding, "If your Black Spear really is in his hands, then this guy will definitely use it as a weapon."

Ash's words left no room for doubt, and at the same time, a hint of longing flashed in Caster's eyes. Looking at this experienced and skillful savior, the feeling of being unable to catch up with him made her let out a helpless sigh.

"I see... Then Ash and I will go to Sheffield, since the original plan was to retrieve the Fantasy Tree from the Sheffield city walls anyway."

Bai Mo nodded, which was considered the decision on the next course of action. Ritsuka and the others also decided to go to other places to investigate the location of the Calamity, search for Mash's whereabouts, and also check the situation of other clans.

At the same time, they were quite concerned about Londinium's resistance army, having heard Oberon mention it more than once when they were working together before.

They would rest in Norwich for the night, and Bai Mo led everyone to Peperoncino's shop. Ritsuka, the junior, chatted enthusiastically with her senior, even affectionately calling him ' Pepe '.

As night fell, Ash knocked on Caster's door.

The girl stared at the woman, who looked almost identical to her, like a frightened rabbit. But aside from that, anyone could tell at a glance who was the savior and who was just a country bumpkin.

"Good evening... Um, what's up so late?"

"Just came to see you, and incidentally, to find out your next target, Artoria Caster."

Although she had a cute face, Ash's gaze was sharp as a knife. Caster felt a chill run down her spine. She stood up like a student who had been distracted in class and suddenly called on by the teacher, and said in a righteous tone:

"I have never made any defamatory remarks about Queen Morgan at any time or place. Before that, I was in the Nameless Forest and knew nothing about what was happening in the outside world."

So what others say has nothing to do with me!

Seeing Caster's expression, Ash's lips twitched uncontrollably. She waved her hand and said to her, "You don't need to be like this. Basically, every fairy in the entire Fairy Britain curses Morgan's rule."

I'm here tonight only to ascertain your purpose, Artoria Caster. If you truly intend to rebel against me, at least ring a bell first, won't you?

Are you... still going to fulfill your duties as Fairy of Paradise?

Upon hearing this, Artoria, who had just managed to put on a lively demeanor to ease the tension even though she knew who the other person was, fell silent.

"It seems you weren't prepared. In that case, I have a suggestion: you... why don't you go over there too?"

"Over there? Um, I don't quite understand what you mean."

"Why do you think I'm not sitting on the throne of Britain right now, but instead acting with Bai Mo?"

"How should I know? I've never been a queen."

Startled by Artoria's self-deprecating words, Ash sighed deeply, looked out the window, and spoke with a sense of expectation, like prisoners discussing their release date.

"I have found it. Even without going to the Inner Sea of the Planet, there is still another Avalon (Avalon) in this world, where my Britain will no longer suffer Calamity."

But I will not allow these demons to enter; only the innocent may pass.

As Fairy of Paradise, you can naturally pass through that gate... So, as your senior, I'll give you another choice: abandon the mission of Fairy of Paradise. Although I hate Artoria, being qualified is being qualified."

After leaving those words, Ash turned and left, leaving Artoria alone in the house, the candlelight burning and casting a deep shadow on the Staff of Selection.