The Holy Grail War Blessed by the Gods

After seeing Queen Skadi in person, Manshu was convinced that she was not just the snow boot goddess described in mythology.

Skadi's myth is only a few lines long, and she is not a prominent goddess, but Manshu's actual feeling at this moment is that she is at least a supreme deity and a very threatening being.

However, Manju also sensed the aura of other gods on this goddess. Although it was very simple and imperceptible, it just so happened that Manju had touched something similar before.

That was the scent of divine wisdom, something Odin had obtained in exchange for his eyes. Now, Manshu sensed something similar in Skadi.

It seems that this goddess, the only survivor of Ragnarok, probably received a gift from the fallen gods. This also explains how an unknown goddess could possess such terrifying power and exist as the ruler of the Lostbelt in Norse mythology.

“No problem. Since Her Majesty the Queen is willing to give us love, we are willing to give the same in return. Let us go and negotiate with the holder of the Flat Moon. I promise that this will not lead to any death.”

Although Manshu said this, he secretly intended to defeat them one by one.

If there's a chance, I'll kill Siegfried first, then go back and rest for a bit before defeating the Lostbelt King.

But Skadi disagreed, instead calling out to the other side, "It's fine this way too—Slud."

A Valkyrie immediately appeared in the hall; she was undoubtedly the daughter of a great god, unlike the inferior replicas seen before.

"Yes, is it you who called me, our God?"

"Catch them."

Skadi gave an unexpected order to Valkyrie, who had appeared.

Apart from Skadi and Valkyrie, the other four all expressed surprise and doubt; this development seemed somewhat off.

"While it can't be called a flaw yet, it's already starting to form a group. In that case, shouldn't it be placed under my care and protected?"

Skadi explained to the puzzled group, but this was probably not a reason that could be easily accepted.

“Understood. Confirm command input, Scáthach Scáthach, but the target will resist—”

"Don't kill them, they are also my children living in Northern Europe."

"Yes, then let's try to neutralize it without killing it. After activating the Swan Costume, start unleashing the combat capabilities of the light gun."

9. The Valkyrie that appeared received Skadi's orders and began to enter battle mode.

4. "Her Majesty the Queen is indeed thoughtful, not forgetting to warm people up before the formal battle. However, it's been a long time since we've seen a genuine Valkyrie. I wonder how much power the real Valkyries here possess."

8. It's a bit too funny to just order one Valkyrie to try and take down so many people in front of him.

2. Although the Valkyrie before us is the real deal, she is indeed the daughter of the great god Odin, a demigod who has survived from the age of gods to the present day.

4. But dealing with one Napoleon would be about enough, not to mention Mashu and Fujimaru Ritsuka are also here, they are not opponents with much difficulty at all.

3. "Scáthach Skadi, to eliminate any uncertainties, please allow the release of the Fire Titan. If you fight alongside the Fire Titan, the difficulty of suppressing it without killing the target will be significantly reduced."

3. Valkyrie, though confident, spoke to Skadi based on rational analysis.

0 "I give you permission. Show me how to control it, Slud."

5. Skadi had no objection. She tapped her wand, and the floor of the hall opened, revealing a massive giant rising from the ground.

Unlike the giants outside who can move freely, the Fire Giant was bound by chains, but the moment it was released, it immediately broke free of the chains and launched an attack.

"The appearance and pseudo-connection of the Fire Giant have been confirmed. Initiating the object invalidation operation. Fighter jets, be freed! Experience the power of the servants of God, Pan-Human History."

Valkyrie was also ready to launch an attack alongside the fire giant, and the two together did indeed appear to pose a certain threat.

"Dance, dance, sons of man, let me see how much heat is boiling within you!"

Skadi stood by, ready to watch the battle unfold, not out of malice, but out of genuine divine love.

"I'll lead the attack, you cover me!"

After speaking simply, Manjushri immediately rushed out, wielding his trident, "Great Shiva! You are like the sun god, so sublime, your light shines everywhere, touching my body."

The sunlight shone brightly on the Nordic mythology site, but Manjusaka still demanded the light that illuminated his body, letting magic flow over him like a spring.

The newly appeared fire giant was undoubtedly the strongest among the giants, and only it would be treated this way, even being bound to the queen's palace.

That is the giant of fire, Muspel, a resident of the fiery kingdom of Muspelheim, whose king will eventually destroy the entire world.

Even so, the Titans, freed from their restraints, launched an attack under Valkyrie's command, which was instantly repelled.

Although the opponent did not fully exploit Torchman's power in order to avoid causing death, allowing him to launch attacks recklessly.

However, Manju does indeed experience an increase in strength under the sun's rays, and coupled with his already high level of physical strength, he would not be at a disadvantage even when wrestling with giants.

Valkyrie's light spear struck again, although compared to those replicas, the weapon in Slud's hand was genuinely forged by the gods. The shield made of divine iron and the replica of Gungnir were both powerful weapons from the Age of Gods.

But what Manju wielded was a weapon at least equivalent to the prototype of that light gun, the hedgehog, the trident wielded by the great god Shiva.

However, the shield forged from divine iron was not as fragile as before, and it shattered and broke after a few heavy blows.

The Fire Giant and Valkyrie, working together, were indeed able to temporarily hold off Manjusaki.

But their opponents were not only Manchuria; Napoleon's cannons had already sounded, and the archers summoned by the Shadow of the Spirit were also firing threatening arrows one after another.

Mash was also able to block the surprise attack launched from the edge for Manju in time, rendering the rune culture that Valkyrie had quietly drawn useless.

This instantly shattered the stalemate, forcing the fire giant to his knees and forcing the Valkyrie to retreat repeatedly.

Since the other side did not intend to fight with killing as the premise, and were not important enemies, Manshu had no interest in taking their lives.

"What exactly is that weapon in your hand? It's powerful enough to destroy the divine iron shield bestowed upon you by Odin. Ordinary weapons simply cannot damage this shield, and the archers over there cannot do the same with their magical weapons."

Valkyrie looked at the deep slashes on the shield in her hand, inflicted by the trident, and couldn't help but ask.

"Ordinary weapons cannot break through the shield forged from divine iron, but this invincible weapon is one that even the gods cannot withstand. It is the trident of Shiva, one of the three gods at the pinnacle of the gods, located in the eastern land."

Manshu gave a brief introduction, since he couldn't expect the other party to know about other places, and there was no need to say more.

"So that's how it is. Shiva's trident, memory complete. Warrior wielding the great divine weapon, I acknowledge you. 揂｜⊥④ba⑵∽／4∈∴散」钐０五刺」猬：4摺]∧代∝+購〓："

Valkyrie did not question it, but simply memorized it without expression.

"Alright, the warm-up is over. The main event has arrived. Step aside, Valkyrie. Or rather, Your Majesty, do you intend to let the daughter of a great god join the storm?"

Just as Manju was about to say something, a terrifying magical reaction appeared not far away.

Although the entire hall was filled with Skadi's magic, making it almost impossible to perceive anything, the immense magical energy was still clearly detectable.

Sigurd had already appeared at the side door of the hall. His red eyes and demonic mask made him look like a chilling monster as he walked over.

"The dragon slayer, the great hero Sigurd!"

Mashu immediately tensed up and began adjusting her exoskeleton armor.

She had personally experienced the hero's power; in just a few moves, he knocked her to the ground, unable to resist.

"Haha! I see! So that's how it is! This is indeed a big shot! I'm getting goosebumps!"

Napoleon's behavior did not match his words; he was clearly excited.

They have already raised their giant cannons, ready to launch an attack at any moment.

"Son of Barnstock, do you intend to obstruct my execution of orders?"

Valkyrie was naturally still carrying out the orders given to her until Skadi gave them.

Valkyrie asked sternly of the unsuspecting Sigurd, who exuded a threatening aura.

"Hmph, after all, I am a so-called knight. I am merely obeying the princess I serve and coming before Her Majesty the Queen."

Sigurd gave Valkyrie only a disdainful look, then glanced at everyone before turning to ask those behind him:

"So they're from Chaldea? Just as the Queen said, they've found their way here. What should we do, Ophelia? If you tell me to kill them, I will."

"Shut up, Saber."

Ophelia, Sigurd's Master and a hidden figure in the Norse Lostbelt, stepped out from behind, reprimanding Sigurd, her gaze fixed on Mash.

Chapter Thirty-Three: Standoff

“Miss Ophelia…”

Mashu was wearing an exoskeleton that covered her eyes, but it was still clear that her gaze was fixed on Ophelia, who had just appeared.

Ophelia stood there silently for a moment, but quickly turned to the owner of the hall and asked for her permission:

"Your Majesty, may I ask Slud to step down? I would like to speak with her for a few minutes."

Skadi nodded: "Permission granted. You heard me, right, Slud? Step back."

"As ordered."

Valkyrie accepted the order and left the battlefield without any objection, walking to the wall of the hall.

"Sigh, it seems that polite words from strangers don't really have any effect."

Manshu could only shake his head and say regretfully.

After receiving permission, Ophelia opened her mouth but didn't speak immediately. Instead, she seemed to organize her thoughts before finally speaking:

“Mash Kyrielight. It’s been a long time since we’ve spoken face-to-face like this, hasn’t it? Ah, it must have been two years.”

"Yes, it's been a long time, Miss Ophelia. I've been wanting to talk to you about something. About Chaldea after that, about the journey to restore humanity, about me before and up to now, and about the name 'Hidden One'."

Looking back, I realize I never used to talk to anyone; I only expressed my opinions based on the situation, never sharing my true feelings. But now it's different. I've received guidance from many people in many places, learning about the meaning, reasons, and purpose of one's existence, the concepts of good and evil, and what humanity should be like.

During the time when we were in the same team, even though we were in the same team, I never tried to understand the members of Group A. That's why I want to understand everyone. I want to figure out what the meaning was of the time I spent with you all during the year after Group A was formed.

Mash also had a lot to say to Ophelia, and as she listened to what Mash had to say, a smile unconsciously crept onto Ophelia's lips.

Although no one except Sigurd and Ophelia knew about it, Ophelia set a condition for sending Sigurd on the mission to steal the Flat Moon: he could not kill Mash.

Otherwise, Mash, who was blocking Sigurd alone, would obviously have stopped Sigurd's advance at all costs. The demonic sword she wielded shattered all of Mash's power in just a few strokes, so how could it not have taken her life?

“Really? That’s wonderful. You’re always so genuinely passionate about survival. But no, Mashu, your journey ends here.”

Ophelia didn't want to take Mash's life, but that didn't mean she would allow them to move forward. Otherwise, she wouldn't have had to give the order to take the Flat Moon.

"You've seen so many things I don't know, you've traveled to worlds I don't know. I'd love to hear you talk about it, I really want to talk to you a little longer."

I've thought this ever since I first met you at Chaldea, and it's true. Perhaps we could have an even more enjoyable conversation now than we did back then…

However, I will neither change nor can I change. I have the dignity of a hidden person, and I will not let you pass, nor will I allow you to pass.

Ophelia finally wiped the smile off her face and said resolutely.

This was enough for Mash, who was standing opposite her, to confirm that what Ophelia said was not false, but came from the heart and was a resolute statement.

Mashu had removed the exoskeleton from her eyes, and her expression was somewhat gloomy, but she still mustered her spirits and asked Ophelia, "Are you willing to let the planet become a blank slate?"

“If I answer yes, then this is the Hidden One, this is me who obeys Lord Kirshtalia Wodim.”