Skadi, returning to infinity

If it weren't for the contract between us, I really wouldn't have been able to find her.

"Themis, what's wrong?"

This woman didn't appear for no reason; she must have something on her mind.

"Anna, is it that guy's child?"

Themis stepped down from Artoria's side and went to the sofa where Skadi had been sitting.

She crossed her legs, picked up the teacup Skadi had used, poured herself a cup of tea, took a sip with relish, and then asked.

Skadi could only roll her eyes at her unabashed use of her own belongings.

There was nothing she could do about Themis; with Themis's "thick skin," nothing she said would make a difference.

She is the daughter of the 36th type C.

Skadi stated the number directly, which made things clearer.

"Your daughter?"

Themis raised an eyebrow, as if she had some objection to this.

"Huh? What else could it be but a daughter?"

Skadi was also curious about her appearance; if she wasn't her daughter, then who was she?

"Perhaps my guess is wrong... You can verify it yourself later."

"By the way, that Thunder Beast should be ranked seventh, and its title is [Thunder]."

"There are 36 Originium Beasts in total. The Wrathful Crown Beast is ranked thirty-sixth. It is of type α and is theoretically the weakest."

"But once you get to the 12th place, there are no more code names, only titles that represent your abilities."

"The Thunder Beast is the one codenamed [Thunder]."

"It's coming to cause you trouble now because it has the support of other Originium Beasts."

"The only people who can make him obey so obediently are those in the top three."

"The fact that so many Originium-infected beasts are multiplying so rapidly on the ground suggests that it's likely the 27th ranked Kappa type."

Raphael, the behemoth.

"That means there are at least three Originium Beasts awakening in various parts of Terra."

"Furthermore, the K-type is responsible for breeding more Originium Infected beasts. The Thunder Beast is here to keep an eye on you, and another one may be observing from the shadows, ready to pounce at any moment."

"Prepare to make a move."

"This is only the known number. We don't know who else is besides them at the moment."

"Don't expect me to be able to help you much. I'm just the fifteenth ranked [Wild Sandstorm], codenamed [x] (chi)."

His strength is somewhat inferior to [Lei]'s, but he can barely deal with him.

"Even if I can help you stop the Thunder Beast, I can't solve the other problems."

"On our side, only you and I have this kind of fighting ability; the others are far inferior."

"So don't relax too much, those guys are always looking to kill you."

"Unless you can forge some of them into your allies like I have, you shouldn't rush to deal with them until more and more of them awaken."

The entire continent of Terra will become their playground.

"You should be well aware of this."

Themis ignored the others present and directly stated the situation.

Upon hearing her say this, not only Skadi, but everyone who heard it fell silent.

This is not good news.

PS: I was sleepy yesterday and took a nap. Continuing with yesterday's update. This chapter has 4100 words, for a total of 18400/20000 words.

Chapter Twenty-Two: Run Away, Escape the Whirlpool of Emotions, Fight On, Girl!

"Although I'm not entirely clear on the specifics, this must be a very serious matter, right?"

Theresa's face was also filled with a solemn expression.

She knew something about Originium Beasts; after all, the one Skadi faced at Lungmen was one of those.

Just by thinking about it, one can imagine how terrifying this group truly is, considering that it might be the weakest of all the Originium Beasts.

According to Themis, besides her, there are at least three other Originium Beasts outside.

Each Originium Beast can easily create celestial phenomena like the Thunder Beast of this morning...

If they were all gathered together, even ten Skadis wouldn't be a match for them.

In other words, the potential danger they face is enough to overturn the entire continent of Terra.

Therefore, Theresa's feelings were extremely complicated; she was both worried and powerless about what was about to happen.

I looked down at my hands...

If I could free myself, it should be able to help Skadi, right?

"Don't worry, Your Highness, things aren't as bad as they seem."

Skadi began to comfort Theresa, knowing that anyone with even a little understanding of such matters could comprehend how terrifying they were.

But it is precisely because they are terrifying that we should not be afraid of them, but rather confront them directly.

"If they really want to deal with me now, they should do it all at once, instead of dragging their feet like this."

"They're breeding more Originium Infected Beasts again, and they're monitoring you..."

"We are indeed in an extremely dangerous environment."

"But that doesn't mean we should let them lead us by the nose."

"Don't worry, leave this to me."

Although Skadi wasn't 100% certain, she was still certain that she was the primary target of these Originium behemoths.

As for what she will do before dealing with her, she can't guarantee that.

Regardless, since the Originium Beast's primary target is her, there's plenty of room for maneuver.

"Leaving everything to you is what worries me the most, sigh..."

Theresa suppressed her emotions; she also wanted to help Skadi.

After all, Skadi could see how much she had done for them.

Theresa had no choice but to want to help share the burden of those who had given everything for them.

"I'm not that easily crushed, and besides, aren't I strengthening myself right now?"

“Look at Artoria, look at the Black Knight, and look at them. They are all people I can rely on.”

"This is just the beginning; it's not time for us to go all out yet."

Skadi made it sound easy, but she knew in her heart how much difficulty she would face and how much responsibility she would bear.

But as she said, there are some things that if she doesn't do them, no one else will.

"Skadi, if it really comes down to helping, you must... tell me, okay?"

Theresa knew perfectly well that Skadi was a stubborn person who liked to show off, even though she could be relied upon sometimes, she just insisted on doing things on her own.

Although this is a misunderstanding of Skadi, in a sense, Skadi is indeed someone who likes to show off.

However, her bravado is basically within her own capabilities; she would never do anything beyond her capabilities.

"Yes, Your Highness, you can rest assured and wait here."

"I need to take care of some other things first. Once those are settled, I'll set off."

To prevent Theresa from overthinking, Skadi completely changed the subject.

"Artoria, go back to my room."

"Ah Li, help her change into a suitable outfit, and while you're at it, give her a little background knowledge about this world."

Saber nodded when she heard her mention herself.

Although she was still not quite sure what had happened, it was clear from the current situation that Skadi was about to prepare for something.

"OK.

Skadi's real purpose wasn't to educate Saber, but rather to distract Theresa from thinking about so many things.

Ali knew what she was thinking, but didn't say it.

"Black Knight, I'm entrusting Kal'tsit to your protection."

Turning to look at the Black Knight, he realized that this guy no longer cared about Artoria and was now focused entirely on him.

He was convinced that he was Guinevere, and he had no hesitation in becoming her Heroic Spirit and leaving the Type-Moon world.

Now, she has sent the Black Knight to protect Kal'tsit, which means she has given him the ability to walk independently.

This was dangerous for a Berserker, but Lancelot listened to her every word.

Even if the person he protects is neither someone he submits to nor someone he "loves," as long as it's "Guinevere," he's willing to do it.

Go and obey.

"By the way, Themis, Anna might wake up at any time. I'm not sure if she's hostile towards you or has some kind of affection for you, so to avoid..."

If a conflict occurs while I'm not around, you'd better not see her.

"Even if we meet, Ali has to be there, okay?"

If there's anything I'm most worried about when I leave this place, it would definitely be the conflict between the two "Originium Beasts".

Although Anna looks only three years old, her strength has reached S-rank.