Type-Moon: My Destiny Guide

With a flash of cold light from the dagger, Kirei Kotomine collapsed to the ground, ending his life of pursuing pleasure.

Kirei Kotomine, the second Overseer and second Master of the Church, died.

The killer has a hundred faces.

"Master, Kirei Kotomine has been eliminated. Mission complete."

"Well done, Hyakko." A relaxed laugh came from the other end of the causal thread. "Then, go and invite Waver, and then come back with them to the final battleground—"

"Ryuudou Temple."

Chapter 176 The Declaration of the Decisive Battle, the Renewed Contract

Iskandar, who was drinking with someone sitting opposite him, suddenly felt that the magical power of the Golden Heroic Spirit had suddenly dropped significantly.

Having experienced something similar this morning, he understood that this was a sign that the master-servant contract had broken down.

He only managed to hold on a little longer by relying on his "divinity." If he hadn't encountered Kiritsugu Emiya, he would have already dissipated into spirit particles. As for Gilgamesh, who is a class...

"I possess A+ level 'solo action' capabilities, you fool." As if sensing the Conqueror King's doubt, the Gold Servant put down his wine glass and scoffed, "Even if that fool Kirei Kotomine dies like this, I can still freely roam my garden."

Solo Operation: A+

Gilgamesh, a being of a rank exceeding A, can act independently, even without external assistance. His rank is A+, surpassing A, and he doesn't even need support when using large-scale magical energy. His ability to continue manifesting even after the Holy Grail War ends is practically extraordinary.

“However…” Gilgamesh’s face suddenly darkened, “No matter how despicable Kirei was, he was still a subject I recognized. To kill him on your own initiative, how capable you are, you mongrels! Are you ready to face my wrath?”

"Hey, don't cause trouble in my army. There are a few unruly troublemakers in my army. You don't want to waste your magic here, do you?"

"Hmph, then you'd better keep your mad dogs in check, Conqueror King."

"Yes, yes, now that Kirei Kotomine is dead, my army should go back to rest." With that, the magnificent scenery of yellow sand dissipated, and Iskandar and Gilgamesh returned to the church once again.

Just as the King's Army was dispelled, a joyful voice rang out behind Iskandar.

! ”

The red-haired, muscular man turned around and saw Waver and Kiritsugu Emiya walking out of the corridor. A look of delighted surprise spread across his face.

"Oh, Weber! Are you alright, kid?"

Even though he looked exhausted, Waver shook his head and said, "It's alright. But have you had any problems with your mana supply after the contract was broken?"

"Ah, this..."

One Master and his Master are reunited after a short separation, while on the other hand, the atmosphere between Kiritsugu Emiya and Gilgamesh becomes incredibly oppressive.

Looking at the gun in Kiritsugu Emiya's hand and the wounds on his face, Gilgamesh could easily tell who was fighting Kirei Kotomine.

"So, it was you, this bastard, who killed Kirei Kotomine?"

Kirei Kotomine is dead? Kiritsugu Emiya was slightly taken aback, and the King of Heroes took in the change in his expression.

"It wasn't you... Hmph, it seems that cook wasn't idle either. Well then, you mongrel, hand it over, and I'll spare your life for now."

"I am not your Master..." Before Kiritsugu Emiya could finish speaking, Waver's scream came from the other end.

"What? You've made a contract with Kiritsugu Emiya and become his Servant!"

Waver glanced at the Command Seals in Kiritsugu Emiya's hand, then at the apologetic smile on his face. He took a deep breath, looking like he was 'not happy,' turned his face away, and started walking.

"Hey, wait, wait, kid! Don't go, kid! I never expected to shout those words, 'Let me explain!'"

"What are these two idiots doing here?" Gilgamesh crossed his arms, speechless.

Just then, the aura of a follower appeared, openly and honestly before everyone, and said in a calm voice:

"By order of the master: Gentlemen, it is getting late. Although I am looking forward to our final battle, the night after the rain is indeed very beautiful. Therefore, I have decided to postpone the battle until tomorrow night. Tonight, I have set up a large ritual area around Ryudou Temple. If you do not want to be attacked by me and my allies, please do not step into it."

"On the evening of the seventh day, I will set out in my carriages and horses to welcome you all."

Having delivered the message, he bowed slightly to the crowd, activated his aura concealment technique, and disappeared.

The final battle took place on the night of the seventh day.

Location: Liudong Temple.

Realizing this, Gilgamesh snorted coldly, a strange smile on his lips, and vanished in spirit form.

Without saying a word, Kiritsugu Emiya left the church.

So, in the church, only his Master, who was having a tantrum, remained.

"Kid, what should we do next?"

"Why are you asking me? Go ask Kiritsugu Emiya. He's far better than me in terms of both magical talent and skill."

"But he's already gone."

"You left, aren't you going back to chase after me?"

Iskandar scratched his head and sighed, "Hey kid, do you want to see what's going on with me?"

"What's going on? Of course, it's because I have a better magician supporting me, which allows me to unleash even greater power..." Waver muttered as he turned around, then suddenly jumped in fright. "You...you...how did you suddenly weaken so much? What happened to the contract?! Where did your contract with Kiritsugu Emiya go? If this continues, you'll disappear!"

"Still don't understand, kid? The contract between Emiya Kiritsugu and me has been broken." He chuckled, patting Waver's head. "I still think Waver Velvet is more suitable to be my Master than Emiya Kiritsugu!"

Weber blinked, feeling the familiar touch on his forehead, and his eyes instantly welled up with tears: "I... I'm just a useless contract partner, following you will only hold you back..."

Webber Velvet was once quite smug, believing he had the magnanimity to be the victor.

However, after being brutally beaten on the first day of the Holy Grail War and witnessing firsthand what a true hero is, he realized how incompetent and insignificant he was.

Even the weak have their own backbone. Even if that extraordinary figure remains forever out of reach, at least they can watch over him from behind and not tarnish his dignity.

Waver lowered his head, his inferiority complex making him avoid the King of Conquerors' gaze: "I am not your Master. Perhaps it should have been this way long ago. Go quickly, go and sign a contract with Kiritsugu Emiya. Without me, you will be even more..."

"Thud!" A heavy pressure came from his shoulder. The familiar feeling of the blow made Webber stagger and almost fall to the ground. Then, his neck was suddenly grabbed and lifted up, and he was thrown onto the Divine Wheel.

"Boy, don't you understand yet? You are the contractual partner I chose. Even if our contractual relationship is broken, you should be prepared to witness the end."

The majestic and noble overlord said, "Because you are my friend."

His gentle smile remained unchanged, but when Weber realized that the words were meant for him, not someone else, the most solid part of his being crumbled—though he had always carefully guarded the walls of his heart, the collapse happened in a mere instant.

Me, someone like me... is that really possible? Can I... stand beside you?

"Silly boy, you and I have been through so many battles together, what nonsense are you talking about?" The Conqueror King didn't care that the boy was crying so hard he could barely breathe, as if he were hearing drunken ramblings at a banquet. He patted the boy's thin shoulder while laughing as he spoke.

"Didn't you once fight alongside me against a powerful enemy? Then you're my friend. Alright, straighten your back, puff out your chest, and look straight ahead! You're so thin, you can't lose in terms of presence, and most importantly, this will make you feel better, right?"

Amidst the loud shout, Webber instinctively straightened his chest and raised his head, his bloodshot eyes meeting the king's smiling eyes as he watched him extend his hand:

"Alright, let's renew the contract, Master."

Um!"

As the causal threads were reactivated, a large amount of magic began to flow to someone other than himself, while Waver's heart was already filled with something else.

He had put aside all the humiliations of the past, the anxieties about the future, and the fear of facing death at this very moment.

Only the firm belief in "conquering victory" took deep root in his empty heart.

Webber is now with the king, without defeat or humiliation. If one can believe in the path of the king's dominance and walk this path, no matter how weak one's legs may be, one day one will reach the end of the world—Webber now firmly believes this.

"Then let's go." Wiping away his tears, Weber's face was now full of determination. "It's time to prepare for tomorrow night's battle."

Chapter 177 Black Key, The Rider Group Staying Overnight

[The encyclopedia entry has been updated]

Kirei Kotomine

[Character Information]: A first-rate agent of the Holy Church...

[Hidden Information]: He enjoys spicy food and is a regular customer at the "Hongzhou Banquet Hall - Taishan" Chinese restaurant in Fuyuki City. When he met Shirou Emiya there, Kotomine was eating Mapo Tofu non-stop, which even intimidated Shirou. Therefore, Kotomine is also known as "Mapo Tofu Priest," or simply "Mapo."

Recording conditions

1. Kill Kirei Kotomine (Completed)

Make Mapo Tofu that even Kirei Kotomine praised (completed)

[Recording condition 1 has been completed.]

[Reward: "Black Key" projection access and full usage skills!]

With a flick of her wrist, the projection magic unfolded, and several sword hilts appeared between Shuoyue's fingers. As magic power was poured in, sharp blades sprang out with a "whoosh," exuding a mysterious aura.

Black Key is the equipment used by the Holy Church for exorcism. When traveling, only the hilt needs to be carried, and the blade is generated from magic. However, in a certain money-grabbing mobile game, the "Black Key" was made into three different outfits by the official team, filling the gacha pool. It was ridiculed by countless players as "Lone Nine Keys" and regarded as a symbol of bad luck and being unlucky.

Even disregarding the three-star Mystic Codes in the game, the number of users of the Black Keys within the Holy Church is extremely small. Although it's a symbolic item for the Executor, its difficulty to use and lack of physical destructive power limit its popularity. Furthermore, the Black Keys themselves aren't particularly mysterious; the Moonlit Serenade can easily project them without needing the Destiny Compendium.

Compared to the Master-level Bajiquan reward given by the hidden conditions, the reward for killing Kirei Kotomine seems much worse.

However, after Shuoyue received the experience of 'Black Key Usage Technique', he realized where the true value of this reward lay.

"Ironclad Functions and Cremation Ceremony"

As a streak of fire rose, Shuoyue swung the black key in her hand, creating a smooth spiral trajectory before slamming it into the distant ground. The impact whipped up a whirlwind carrying flames, making it look like a small fire tornado.

The Holy Church opposes magic, but Shuoyue has no such taboo and is much stronger than the church members in terms of magical output.

"It has the power of at least three short magic incantations, and it can be projected at any time. The throwing speed is extremely fast, and it is even more mysterious than firearms, making it better at killing enemies from the mystical world." The young man looked at his masterpiece and nodded in satisfaction.

Whether it's the 'Ironclad Effect' that increases the power of throwing or the 'Cremation Ritual' that enchants the Black Key with flames, both are extremely advanced techniques for using the Black Key—and it is precisely because of the high learning threshold that there are very few users of the Black Key.

But conversely, look at the kind of powerful figures who use the black keys—Kirei Kotomine, the agent of the Holy Church; Siel of the Burial Agency; Tokisada Amakusa Shiro… In addition, in the FGO radio drama “Heroic Spirit Legacy Anecdotes ~The Count of Monte Cristo Edmond Dantès,” Father Angelo Braga, the agent of the Holy Church, also used the black keys.

Clearly, just like the Silver Weapon setting in a certain world, strong individuals may not use the Black Keys, but those who can skillfully use the Black Keys are all top-tier combatants of the Holy Church.

Another hidden benefit is that opponents using the black keys will no longer be able to pose a threat to Shuoyue, since Shuoyue are now better at using the black keys than they are.

Suddenly, Shuoyue's expression changed. She put away the black key in her hand and walked towards the outside of Liudong Temple.

She was already waiting at the door with a serious expression. When she saw Shuoyue approaching, she nodded slightly: "Jiuyu Wumi said that someone has broken through the barrier."

She had a contract with the new moon, so she informed her Master through the causal thread as soon as she discovered the situation.

"I sensed it too. I didn't expect to have an uninvited guest tonight. The Servant is yours, and I'll practice on the Master." Too lazy to even change her spirit clothes, Sakuyue, dressed in a black and white kimono, stood side by side with him, sensing a domineering magical power approaching from afar.

Lightning flashed across the horizon, and when the divine ox let out a low moo, Shuoyue and her tense feelings instantly dissipated. They looked at each other and both let out a wry smile.

"That guy, it's really hard to dislike him."