I, Fujimaru Ritsuka, am back with a max-level character!

Jason gritted his teeth, his resentment mixed with fear.

This feeling.

It's as if there's a delicious, heavenly delicacy in front of you, or even a superb dish prepared by a grand chef.

However, the dish is called "Extremely Spicy Mapo Tofu," and the pungent spiciness is so strong that just smelling it will make you cough for a long time, and taking a sip of the sauce will make you feel like you are about to be shot with flames.

It's so delicious to eat, yet so wasteful to throw away.

"What are you saying, Lord Jason?"

C's innocent, gentle, and adorable gaze made the blond youth's face darken, but Jason still managed to force out a smile that seemed quite happy.

"N-nothing... I... I just feel so grateful to have you here. Just do your best to help me, and I promise I won't betray you this time."

The blond youth said this against his will.

“That’s wonderful, Lord Jason! I’ve just analyzed the special magic circuits on that island; it must be Atalanta’s magic. Now, no matter where she goes, I can find her location.”

Medea Lily returned the smile with a sweet smile.

"But that's not the point. Atalanta is fine, our goal is to find the Ark of the Covenant and then offer the goddess Euryale as a sacrifice so that Lord Jason can gain this world."

Princess Colkis continued.

"Is it really okay to waste time like this?"

Jason smiled confidently as he looked at the white sand coastline that stretched across the island.

The bright moonlight shone down, making everything appear beautiful and peaceful.

“It’s alright, Medea. Heracles must have his reasons for wanting to go that way, right? Even if he degenerates into a beast-like monster, he’s still Heracles!”

"No one understands Hercules better than me, no one!"

"We just need to go in the direction he wants to go, understand?"

The purple-haired girl lowered her eyelids slightly, deep in thought.

[...Stubborn Lord Jason, will this lead to another tragic end?]

If that's the case, to prevent Lord Jason from falling into despair, I'll have no choice but to personally... never mind.

The girl's expression momentarily turned murderous, but she quickly composed herself, revealing instead happiness and admiration.

"Master, you are truly amazing! I will definitely strive to become a power worthy of you!"

Interlude 4: Ophelia in Despair

The sky was so clear, just like the crystal-clear seawater.

No one paid attention to the signal that Captain Kirshtalia sent into the sky.

As for why, Fujimaru Ritsuka and his friends had a blast at Drake's victory celebration. Although Ophelia was initially quite firm about the two of them drinking... well, even a tiger can't withstand a pack of wolves. After Ophelia was forcibly drunk, nothing could stop Fujimaru Ritsuka from being unrestrained.

Before the drunken night ended, a bewildered Fujimaru Ritsuka faced two Mashus, two Ophelias, two Akuta Hinako-senpai, two Captain Drakes, two Shins, two fallen Okitas, and two young Gilgameshs...

Mmm, Mashu's marshmallows are so soft~~~

This was probably Fujimaru's most genuine and direct reaction the moment he fell asleep.

The sun casts its warm, gentle rays, and the direct sunlight of the early morning makes it impossible to sleep soundly.

What kind of buildings could a pirate base possibly have? It was nothing more than a simple place to sleep on the ground, with no distinction between men and women. When they were tired, they would just lie down and sleep.

The next morning, Fujimaru Ritsuka woke up in the sunlight.

The fatigue from yesterday's battle has completely disappeared, but my elbows are a bit sore and numb.

It looks like it's being pressed down by something.

My lower abdomen also felt tingly and numb, heavy, as if a watermelon was placed on it.

Fujimaru Ritsuka turned her head and saw a beautiful purple hue.

Her even breathing, accompanied by a sweet aroma, made one want to devour her in one go.

The pure young girl was so perfect, as if she were a treasure bestowed by heaven.

A sudden, powerful impact struck my heart.

The soft cotton touched her arm, and even through the dress, she could feel its softness and elasticity.

It's just a piece of meat... but it's hard to imagine that such perfect breasts could be born in this world. Perhaps this is a height that some people will never reach.

The Master and Senior exuded a warm aura that was very comfortable and intoxicating.

Mashu held Fujimaru's arm tightly, a faint smile on her serene face.

then

Naturally,

The girl opened her eyes.

"Ah! Senpai, you're awake?!" Mashu looked at the boy's face with slight surprise after waking up.

"Good morning, Mashu," Fujimaru greeted her as usual.

However, Mashu has a small wish in her heart: that one day in the future she can always see her senior's face in the morning and greet him warmly.

"It's become one now...that's a little disappointing."

Although it can't be said that he was completely drunk, Fujimaru received double the happiness yesterday at Drake's urging.

Just then, another beautiful figure beside Fujimaru stirred and made a languid sound.

"Ah...Wow...~~"

The brown-haired, one-eyed girl suddenly sat up, looking around at the scene with disbelief.

"Why...why am I sleeping here...?" [Ophelia in confusion]

Vague memories seemed to flood into the mind of the girl with the demonic eyes.

......

last night.

“I don’t drink. I don’t drink, Captain Drake.”

"While Germans do have a tradition of enjoying drinking, my upbringing..."

"What a load of rubbish about upbringing!" Captain Drake waved his hand. "I'm an English noblewoman, and I've never heard of any bullshit rule against drinking alcohol."

“But my family…” Ophelia wanted to argue further.

However, Captain Drake's imposing presence completely overwhelmed Ophelia.

"I can't stand it! I really can't stand it! You bastard, you stupid girl!" Drake gritted his teeth and cursed. "Get your act together! Don't you understand your own problems yet?!"

Fujimaru: "Wait, Drexel-san, Ophelia must have her reasons..."

The golden-haired boy tugged at one of Fujimaru's sleeves from behind.

"Huh?" Fujimaru turned around in confusion.

But then they noticed that Young Flash slowly shook his little head. "Master, please continue reading. This is a very important experience for that older sister."

......

That's right.

Fujimaru Ritsuka instantly understood.

Ophelia, a girl who always took great care of herself and Mash.

In fact, it is the most vulnerable.

She sympathized with Mash, seeing a reflection of herself in her.

She admired the captain, seeing elegance and confidence in him.

She envied Gudako, seeing her own aspirations reflected in him.

She hates her parents, her family, and the inescapable self.

"I also hate my family. After quelling the Owari Rebellion and saving the Oda clan, I didn't receive any reward from my mother. Instead, I was kicked out as a madman... Well... because I didn't respect those doctrines, haha—it's only natural that I ended up being called the Demon King!"

......

As he said this, Xin downed the Western-style rum in one gulp.

boom!

"Whether you're a Servant or a Master, whether you're a human from the past or a human from the future, drink this glass of rum, and we'll be friends. I, Francis Drake, am your companion, at your beck and call."

Drake slammed his glass on the table, his eyes fixed on Ophelia.

...Ophelia, the good girl was bullied by a mean old lady!

Look how wronged the child is, unable to utter a single word.

Where did that imposing aura he had when disciplining Fujimaru Ritsuka go?!

Ophelia looked around for help.

Hinako Akuta was covering her face with a book. Although she no longer needed to hide it, it had naturally become a means of escapism.

Kadoc lay on the ground, still unconscious.

His health was too poor, and coupled with staying up too late, Kadoc's liver and kidneys couldn't take it anymore.

Pepe's words... Pepe's words.

What's going on!

Why wear an expression that says, "Oh, this is so interesting!"—an expression that makes it immediately clear to everyone?

This guy was probably thinking, "[It's good for Ophelia to experience this kind of situation occasionally; maybe it can help correct her tendency to overthink things!]"

......

The senior student turned her gaze to Fujimaru Ritsuka, her bright eyes sending out a distress signal.