Davidian's Holy Grail War

[Fujimaru Ritsuka and the others probably don't know this, but you are stronger than humans and fairies, yet you are extremely, extremely short-lived.]

I know that your time is coming to an end.

So, all we have to do is stay here!

That's right, staying here should allow us to live longer than going outside!

Mike watched as Da Vinci said goodbye and walked outside, her back completely exposed to him.

If he does nothing now, Da Vinci will just leave, and sooner or later she will meet her destined end, and he will revert to his old, boring self.

Thinking about all this, his body began to change. This was the Morseification of the fairy, the inevitable end for a fairy who walks towards darkness.

I hate that, it's horrible, so horrible, absolutely horrible! I can't stand it, I need Dahunchi! Dahunchi should stay here!

By doing this, she'll definitely live longer, so...

However, in the end, the kitchen knife he had hidden behind his back fell to the ground with a crisp sound. At this moment, Mike could only watch Da Vinci's departing figure while crying bitterly, and even the effects of the Morse transformation disappeared.

[Yes, it is precisely because she is Dahunqi, because Dahunqi is free, that she is Dahunqi. It is precisely because she strives to go anywhere, that she is Dahunqi. It is precisely because she does her best to break through her limitations and pursue her heart's desire within the limited time she has, that she shines so brightly.]

So Mike smiled at that final moment, even with tears still streaming down his face. He did his best to force a smile.

I always thought the Fairy Kingdom was a dream world where you could have anything, but that's not really the case. True dreams are unattainable, which is why every day is both joyful and arduous. That's what makes people feel the need to strive to live, even in a world on the verge of collapse. Even for terrifying monsters like us.

"Hmm... um... Farewell, my friend from a faraway world. Thank you for coming to Britain, thank you for coming to my shop, thank you for the wonderful, dreamlike time you spent here."

The angel's wings could go anywhere; even in that dangerous city, they flew straight ahead towards the other side.

Chapter 462 The Final Battle Against the Curse

Storm Border completed the retrieval of all personnel as quickly as possible. After returning to the bridge, Ritsuka found a suitable spot to rest. Everyone could see his condition, so Munir and Mash were responsible for responding to Bagst's combat report.

"Next comes the final battle against Kornunos. Please unleash all your power... yes, even your trump cards and such, without holding back! Because you've always been holding back these kinds of things!"

Gordruf was also conducting a final pre-battle check, and everyone present smiled and replied that they understood. This time, there was no room for compromise; they would fight with all their might against Kornunos.

"After all, we were wiped out once before, and the one who saved us was that hateful Koyanskaya... But according to Da Vinci, it's no longer possible to capture that guy's spirit origin in Britain. It seems she has already escaped this world, which makes me feel much better."

Although that's what he said, no one seemed to find him particularly agreeable. Meanwhile, Ritsuka was resting and checking her condition. Was the next step...the final battle?

Repairs to Storm Border are complete, and navigation and combat are now proceeding without issue.

On the other hand, 20 minutes had passed since Kornunos appeared in the great cave. During this time, they had gotten some rest. Although they were not in their best condition, they couldn't worry about that in order to fight Kornunos.

"The massive hand of calamity that attacked us last time overflowed from the great cave 40 minutes later."

However, considering the [Calamity of Flame] and [Calamity of Beast] that are actively attacking us, Kornunos should also have defensive capabilities.

"Having detected Castor's presence here, the probability of Cornunos launching a preemptive strike is quite high."

Ritsuka then suggested naming Kornunos "Cursed Calamity," since it is the embodiment of a curse.

Holmes agreed with him, then went on to say that it was impossible to evade so many exaggerated curses. Therefore, they would have to focus all their efforts on the defense against the curse layers, a task to be handled by Gareth and Grimm.

"Well, using the time you bought before, I've already prepared a meditation space on the deck—the Spring. Although I'm an agent, I'm still an agent of the God of Wisdom. As long as I concentrate, I can turn this entire ship into a sanctuary."

“I will envelop the entire ship in the light of miracles. When dealing with mystery, we must use mystery. After all, we can be considered successors of the Celts. The curse of Cornunos will be borne by Grim and me together.”

Grimm and Gareth were ready; they would withstand the impact of the curse at the bow of the ship, leaving the rest to the others.

"The combatants are Fujimaru Ritsuka, Mash, and Artoria Caster. I'm sorry, but the battle time is very limited, about 30 minutes from now. Ritsuka, keep an eye on the time."

Ritsuka said she understood, and at that moment, Mizuki said that they would see Kornunos in 5 minutes. Everyone, get ready.

Gareth and Grimm immediately left the bridge and headed to the bow of the ship, while Caster quietly approached Ritsuka. At that moment, Ritsuka smiled and asked her if she was nervous. This was the final battle, you know.

"A little bit, after all, it's a battle against a god. A god, a god! Among unreasonable opponents, they are unparalleled and at the very top!"

However, after such liveliness, she helplessly said that she had only been given a half-baked understanding of pan-human history in a chosen place.

Ritsuka, on the other hand, should be used to it by now; he really doesn't want to see this kind of scene anymore.

"Well, you're right. To be honest, it's like facing Zeus in Olympus. He's so unreasonable that you wonder how to deal with such an opponent. It's a complicated feeling, and it's quite nerve-wracking."

Ritsuka responded with a smile, and Caster, comforted by his words, felt that her nervousness was perhaps normal. However, she still said that she might be so nervous that she might accidentally drop the cane, and asked Ritsuka to be understanding.

"Hehe, that does sound like something you would do. But it's okay, I'll do what I'm supposed to do then."

"Yeah! It's really too much to ask one person to do everything. You need someone to help you when you fail."

Faced with this, Ritsuka smiled and asked the question—Have you found it? The reason she's held on until now.

Castor said that this was the only one he couldn't find no matter what, and although he was very unwilling, there was no reason to accept it.

"But it's okay, although I don't know the reason. But it seems that some people do know why they should do it. Oh, right! I almost forgot the main point."

Fujimaru Ritsuka, I must thank you now! Because after defeating Cornunos, it's time to say goodbye; I'm returning to Avalon.

Ritsuka smiled and agreed, saying that the current Caster was only a remnant left behind after Muramasa had done everything he could to help. Once her magic was used up, her mission would be over, and she could only go back to Avalon to sleep.

Upon hearing Ritsuka's words, Castor blushed again and reverted to his usual adorable little boar demeanor, saying, "Don't make my slumber sound like I'm slacking off! I'm clearly doing the same thing as King Arthur setting off for Avalon while in slumber!"

"But I originally thought you would come with me, leave this place together, start a new life, and create more beautiful memories..."

Upon hearing Ritsuka's words, Castor comforted him with a gentle smile, saying, "The place of return was already destined, from the moment I offered myself in the chosen place..."

No, it was destined the moment I drifted to the surface. But to just leave like this would be too ungrateful. I have been so grateful for your kindness, and I must repay that debt of gratitude.

Saving Britain, for the fairies of Paradise, means correcting Britain's hypocrisy and restoring it to its original state.

But you are different. Even if you are imposters, you still want to save Britain. So, even if only once, I want to share the same goal as you.

As long as you don't give up and still hold onto hope, the fairies of Paradise will listen to your voice. Then, it won't just be about saving Britain, but about saving the world.

Ritsuka smiled and squeezed her hand, and Caster returned the squeeze with the same force. Their hearts connected at that moment, but then Caster suddenly asked:

"Speaking of which, I have a question for you, Fujimaru Ritsuka! What do you think has been the happiest part of your journey so far?!"

After a moment's thought, Ritsuka smiled and told her, "It was in Gloucester that I walked with you down the street, and I still can't forget that joy. Maybe it was in that instant that I truly..."

At this point, Caster's face turned completely red, as if she was about to explode! She quickly told Ritsuka to stop talking, as she could feel an intense sense of shame about to burst forth!

At the same time, the captain's voice rang out: Two minutes until the battle with Cornunos! Everyone, get ready!

See you later!

Ritsuka said goodbye to Caster, who smiled and said they would meet again later, hopefully after defeating Cornunos.

Chapter 463 The One Who Holds the Stars

"Cornunos is taking the inference angle! Observer, report immediately!"

"The target has made a move! Multiple magical reactions have appeared at the bottom of the great cave! The Hand of Curse is coming! Deploy the Cursed Layer and the Barrier of Doom!"

All the sounds from inside the bridge reached the ears of Grimm and Gareth, who were standing at the bow of the ship. The two had been preparing for this moment for a long time!

"Push them all back in one fell swoop! Queen of Britain, are you ready!"

"Of course, let's all come at once, Grimm!"

The two men started working at the same time, and a huge light burst forth from the bow of the ship, quickly enveloping the entire Storm Border.

"I would rather die to proclaim my life! O Mimir spring, O mistletoe spirit! Become branches that sever the past and reach into the future! From now on, forbid all folly! Cross the twilight—[Great Altar]!"

"Those who curse everything because of their own tragic fate! Now, to protect the future of humanity, we entrust miracles to those who journey into the future, transforming into light to illuminate their path—[Earthquake, Humanity's Heart]"

The double beam of light deflected all of Kornunos's cursed hands back, and under this light, Storm Border could finally safely approach Kornunos to fight!

"We must defeat him as soon as possible before the second wave arrives. We must decide the outcome in one fell swoop. Master Fujimaru Ritsuka, from the control room, remotely summons combat forces while continuing to provide magic power to Mash Kyrielight!"

Next up is a Servant battle, targeting Cornunos in the Great Cave! We must eradicate this calamity from Britain here!

With Holmes's command, all available forces began to fight.

However, even though Ritsuka and Mashu did their best, all they could do was peel off a few layers of Kornunos's skin. Kornunos wasn't very hard, but it regenerated very quickly!

"I'm afraid the curse layer will appear faster than we can break it! What we're seeing now is probably just rotting flesh expanding due to the curse! We speculate that only by severing the root of the curse can we completely eradicate the [Curse of Calamity]!"

Mash, who was in charge of the external battles, was able to assess the current situation, while Gareth and Grimm had also realized that this guy definitely possessed a divine core, and that it was filled with the ultimate living sacrifice, something that cursed fairies.

"Peeling off its outer skin piece by piece is a waste of time; we must destroy it along with its divine core and enormous body."

After overhearing the conversation, Ritsuka immediately realized where Castor had gone.

She didn't go to the outside of the ship, but to the Throne Hall, right? Since they are both fairies of Paradise, anything Morgan can use, Castor can use too.

"Mashu, let's fight a defensive battle together, along with everyone still at the bow of the ship. We must do what we can now!"

He could only give this order for now, and Mash obeyed his words; she would stand here and block all of Cornunos's attacks!

Meanwhile, Caster was sprinting, running as fast as she could towards the Throne Hall.

Fortunately, Camelot is now a dead city; there are no fairies, no humans, no corpses, and no Moss. This saves her effort, allowing her to head straight for the throne room without hesitation.

Her time was limited, so every minute and second was precious. She needed to reach Morgan's throne before everything became irreversible, analyze that thing, and transform it into a usable model.

She knew she could do it now. Having inherited that person's blood, having returned from the chosen land, there was no reason she couldn't. She felt herself becoming that person, drawing the chosen sword, wielding the Star Sword, and guiding Britain towards the next era of the Great King.

At that moment, she suddenly remembered the words of her magic teacher: a nostalgic fairy tale, a story of an unknown person made up of many hopes.

Finally, she arrived before Morgan's throne, the supreme masterpiece of Ash, the savior, which contained the magic gathered from all the fairies of Britain to control the Holy Lance.

And standing behind that throne is none other than the beast god Cernunus. So that's it. If it were to appear, Morgan would go all out to fight it to the death here? What a crazy idea.