The Holy Grail War Blessed by the Gods

However, this one is indeed somewhat different from the one I'm familiar with. Could it be Caster? And the Master here summons Gilgamesh—was the battle in Asakusa unrelated to the Master and Servant here?

Manju was overjoyed to suddenly sense Gilgamesh's presence in Asakusa. Although he had seen that guy far too many times, he still managed to bring him amusement.

Manshu dismounted near Asakusa and walked into the area, heading towards the location of the Hero King, which was situated in the northwest direction of the street.

"Hahahaha! Good day, you bastard! jiu]〕lin￠←si●‖ba」（si|?erjiu％■lin＝］wusoUsuo:"

As Manshu walked along the road, before she even reached her destination, she heard a very familiar series of voices. But when she turned around, she saw only a man chatting with someone.

"Sorry, sorry, did I scare you? I was just imitating the owner of that new store."

Seeing Manshu suddenly turn her head to look at him, the man said apologetically.

Chapter Twenty-Three: Convergence

"You probably don't know? That's a really amazing shop. The owner is eccentric, but quite interesting, and the shop has many incredible treasures."

The man assumed that Manshu was unaware of the matter, so he enthusiastically introduced it to him and pointed out the directions together.

Seeing that the other party only knew some superficial information, Manshu didn't speak, but simply nodded and walked towards the location he sensed and was told to go.

Follow the street all the way to the intersection through Asakusa, and walk a few more steps forward to see the rather extravagant storefronts located in the shopping street.

Although it is also a wooden building, it has a completely different style from the rather simple shop next to it.

The main gate is decorated with lanterns and various ornaments, and the shop name is written on two long golden cloths and hung on both sides of the gate.

"Babylon II? What a name that doesn't hide anything. But in this era of Edo, probably no one would have heard of the name Babylon, so it really doesn't have much of an impact."

However, as always, there's no attempt to conceal it; anyone who walks this way can easily tell that a servant of considerable skill has lingered here.

Anyone with a certain level of magical perception could sense that a rather terrifying Servant existed within the luxurious shop ahead.

Upon arriving here, Manju was able to confirm that his senses were not wrong; the person here was indeed the Hero King Gilgamesh, though he was probably somewhat different from the one he knew.

Manju didn't linger and strode inside, intending to see what Gilgamesh looked like here.

"Oh... what an unexpected guest."

Walking through the gate and into the courtyard outside the store, you can see a glittering golden figure standing with its back to the door, looking at the interior of the store.

Hearing footsteps behind him, the Hero King turned around and exclaimed in surprise.

The Hero King's attire was quite in keeping with local customs; as the owner of this shop, he shouldn't frighten the Edo residents who stepped into the store.

Although it was still glittering gold, it was completely local attire, only it looked a bit more luxurious and elegant.

"Having seen this place, Babylon is my city, and yet you still dare to set foot here, it is truly astonishingly arrogant."

The Hero King turned around, put his hands on his hips, and then stretched out his right hand straight forward, palm facing Manshu, and spoke.

"Not to mention that it was precisely because this is your territory that I became curious and came in. I never expected that this flawed ritual could summon you."

What, does this mean the King of Heroes' treasury now includes even crude, inferior goods without any selection?

Manshu simply surveyed her surroundings and asked the question without any politeness.

"What an aggressive fellow! How rude and presumptuous! Alas... if I hadn't just finished a task and was in a good mood, you would be ashes for your disrespect right now."

The Hero King withdrew his right hand, covered his face, sighed, lowered his hand, shook his head, turned to the side, revealing the interior of the shop behind him, and said:

"How could such a thing be worthy of my attention? Before you raise any questions, I will grant you permission to admire the treasures in the shop."

Take a good look at these treasures. This is just a tiny, insignificant part of my collection. How could those inferior imitations be worthy of being listed here?

However, this land is not without its merits; there are always some novel things that catch the eye, which is why I reluctantly accepted the so-called Ruler class in this ceremony.

Ruler? Manshu hadn't expected the Hero King who appeared before him to be of this rank, no wonder his attitude had improved considerably.

This guy is quite strange; his psychological state and personality vary at different times. The one in front of me is at least communicable, which is good. (II)

However, it would be a bit troublesome for Ruler, since having two Command Seals would have some impact. 9.

"Ruler? This ritual has left many scars on this land, yet I have never seen you appear."

The Hero King before her wouldn't be a liar, but Manju still asked him out of habit.

"Is such a trivial matter worth my intervention? I've already told you what you wanted to know. If you don't intend to buy anything, get out of here immediately."

The King of Heroes naturally wouldn't accept such persistent questioning; he frowned, waved his right hand, and dismissed the guest.

"That won't do. How can a shop that welcomes customers turn them away?"

Manju drew the Dojigiri from his waist and planted it directly in the ground. Although the two Command Seals were effects, they also brought a unique and novel experience. ⑥

However, some preparations and precautions must be taken, as the Servant before us possesses considerable versatility and poses a significant threat. 4.

But being kicked out directly was not an option. Just as the two were showing their arrogance, a child's voice suddenly came from behind.

"Hey! Young Master!"

Manju put the boy into his waistband and looked back.

A boy and a girl, about six or seven years old, ran towards this side of the street.

"It's Eikichi and Miyo, what's wrong?"

The King of Heroes immediately composed himself and instead gave the two children a kind smile.

'That really is Ruler. Before today, I could never have imagined Gilgamesh being so kind to children.'

Manshu's expression was somewhat strange upon seeing this scene, possessing a rather incongruous beauty.

"I heard! Your work is finished! Let me see it!"

The two children surrounded the Hero King, the boy raising his hands and shouting loudly.

"I...I want to see it too."

The little girl, somewhat shyly, softly echoed.

"Ha... You don't need to beg like this to see it. Open your eyes and look carefully, you bastards! This is the work that I, the king, have poured my heart and soul into."

As the hero spoke, he took out two glittering candies stuck on wooden sticks from the side.

The sugar sculpture is shaped like a naked upper-body hero, and its exquisite design certainly requires a great deal of effort.

Wow! That was amazing this time too!

"Hmm...exactly the same as the young master's..."

The two children excitedly praised the candy and took it in their hands.

"Indeed, indeed. I allow you to admire and praise to your heart's content, until I tire of it. To reproduce such a miracle from my supremely beautiful body, which commands the utmost respect and kneeling before all who behold it, would take even me three days and three nights..."

The King of Heroes closed his eyes and looked smug in front of the child, but the boy next to him didn't seem to care about what he was saying and took a bite out of him.

"Mmm, this is delicious. Young Master, is there any more?"

The child finished the candy quite quickly, held the stick in his hand, and looked up to ask.

"Yingji, you need to listen to people properly. Even the young master can get angry."

The King of Heroes merely showed a helpless expression and offered his advice.

"Okay..."

The boy simply replied impatiently, then his gaze was drawn to the gleaming stones displayed on a platform not far away, and he turned and walked over.

“Young Master Eight] Wuˇ*⑦〃liu Lu3,≯Si Si〈②Exchange￡Group”:, Thank you...but, money…”

The girl bowed first, then asked in a low voice.

"Don't insult me. My treasury is not so impoverished that I need to exploit children. You only need to enjoy the deliciousness of the sugar and offer me pure praise."

The hero laughed heartily and said nonchalantly.

"Okay, I understand! Well... we'll come back and tell you our thoughts later."

The girl nodded, then went over and pulled the other boy over, said goodbye, and left.

"Yingji, you must learn to thank people properly!"

Watching the child run away in a hurry, the Hero King didn't forget to chase after his retreating figure and call out.

After seeing the two children off, the Hero King turned around again.

"What? You're still here? That was the real guest. He didn't intend to buy anything and made no contribution. Of course, he should be kicked out of my city."

Chapter Twenty-Four: Radiance

“I cannot accept your words of driving away guests. Besides, do you think you can make me obey? It seems that your understanding is still not clear enough.”

After seeing that the Hero King had sent the group of children away, Manshu returned to the previous topic. Although he did not stop there, he drew his katana again.

"I thought the sudden arrival of the child would give you more time to think and allow you to clear your head, but it seems my kindness was of no use."

"It seems you want me to use all my strength to make you submit. As expected, a bastard is a bastard. Since you have chosen to refuse me, then show me the power to refuse."

In an instant, a terrifying aura emanated from the golden-glowing king before them, and a chilling sense of oppression swept over them.

Zero, however, did not exude much murderous intent. Even so, the Hero King before him still showed tolerance, indicating that the change in class had improved his personality considerably.

Si said, "You should have said that from the beginning. If you were going to refuse me, you should have shown the strength you deserved."

Ba, it was you who tried to stop me, and it was you who tried to refuse me. So, as you said, bring out something that matches this, so that you and this place will have value to continue to exist.

"However, you can't possibly stop my advance. First, try to stop my steed's journey. If you can do that, I'll allow you to live."

Sigh, negotiation is indeed troublesome most of the time; this is much easier.

9. "What an impolite bastard. In that case, let's go somewhere else."

The Hero King frowned, but his gaze still swept around the room, seemingly unwilling to see his shop destroyed.

As Gilgamesh said at the beginning, this Babylonian shop is his city and territory, and fighting here would probably turn the shop and the surrounding streets into ruins in an instant.

"Hmm, let's go to the vicinity of Torigoe Shrine. There aren't many people there anyway. Let me see what gives you the confidence to spout such nonsense."

"If you're not ready, then prepare. Even if my skills are weakened by being without a master, I am still me. If you are both arrogant and mediocre, then prepare to die."

Although a hint of anger was visible on his face, he remained unhurried, even giving people time to prepare.

Although there are some changes in personality, its essence probably won't change much, but is it weakened because it is ownerless?

Then I should worry about whether I can get enough enjoyment. But luckily I paid the price, so it shouldn't be too boring.

"Don't even mention your current weakened state due to the lack of a Master. Even in your full form, you would still be unable to stop me. If you were here in your former state, I might need to prepare something, but for now, I'll leave you a way out."