Did the Heroic Spirit I conquered become a reality?

At this point, Gilgamesh stroked his chin with interest and said, "Now that you mention it, I'm becoming more and more interested in this outsider... Any news from Ishtar?"

Merlin gently shook his head: "There's still no news about her... Perhaps she hasn't found the magician yet?"

"The Sky Boat Maana can fly freely across the land of Uruk, just to find a magician... Do you think it will take that long?" Gilgamesh countered.

Merlin was speechless for a moment.

Indeed, Ishtar is hailed as the 'Goddess of the Sky,' and it's been almost six hours since she left this afternoon... After confirming the location of that mysterious magician, how could it take so long to find someone?

"How about I use my clairvoyance to see where she is?" Merlin asked tentatively.

Gilgamesh casually waved his hand: "Gods can easily sense the 'spying' of clairvoyance. You're spying on her so directly... things will become more complicated afterward."

"If nothing unexpected happens, that incompetent goddess should have already taken the person to her temple."

From the very beginning, he didn't believe that the goddess would obediently listen to him.

Merlin was taken aback, and subconsciously said, "If that's the case, then why did you still let her—"

Before he finished speaking, Gilgamesh's face showed a calm smile that indicated he had everything under control: "Siduri has already prepared the treasure. You can take those things to the temple later and bring the magician over."

Ishtar is a complete treasure lover; if it's in exchange for jewels, she'll surely compromise very easily… Merlin's eyes suddenly lit up: "I see! As expected of the king, you are indeed a master strategist; everything is under your control."

"No need for flattery anymore, just go and come back soon."

Gilgamesh remained calm, but a hint of pleasure unconsciously curved his lips.

Although Uruk has been very busy lately, everything is still under his control, including what Ishtar will do, which he has already anticipated.

This is the true king, who oversees the overall situation and has everything under control.

The only unexpected thing was probably the mysterious magician.

As if remembering something, Gilgamesh casually leaned back on his throne and continued in a nonchalant tone, "I am rather curious... what method did that mysterious magician use to so deeply touch 'Mother' and even awaken the magic circuits related to 'Mother'?"

This question seemed to startle Merlin for a moment; his expression immediately became subtle, as if he wanted to say something but hesitated.

"Speak plainly; I dislike beating around the bush."

Merlin hesitated for a moment, then said, “Your Majesty, if nothing unexpected happens… there should usually be a… well, a very convenient method for a magician to establish a deep connection with another party and acquire their magic.”

"A convenient method...?"

Gilgamesh initially repeated the word subconsciously, seemingly without giving it much thought.

Then at some point, he felt as if a nerve in his brain had snapped, and his entire body froze on the throne, motionless.

Inside the council chamber, the air seemed to freeze.

This ancient king, who had witnessed countless secrets of gods and humans, seemed to suddenly realize something. His scarlet eyes widened abruptly as he stared blankly at Merlin, his expression frozen on his face.

……

Surrounded by an almost suffocatingly soft and warm embrace, Yu Tohsaka's vision went dark.

At this moment, he was almost completely immersed in the heart-wrenching story, his nostrils filled with the woman's faint fragrance, which almost stole all the air from his body.

"Please...please be gentle, I'm suffocating..."

Yu Tohsaka's voice came muffled from Tiamat's arms, carrying a hint of weakness and helplessness.

He could sense Tiamat's heartfelt joy, a pure and unadulterated emotion, but the way it was expressed was a bit...too "heavy".

Seemingly having heard his protest, or perhaps having finally calmed down from the overwhelming joy, Tiamat slowly released her arms.

"Huh-ha-"

Yu Tohsaka gasped for air, as if she were a drowning person reborn, her cheeks burning from the pressure.

Looking at Tiamat again, her delicate, fair face had a healthy rosy glow, and she seemed more lively than before.

"You seem to be very happy...?" Yu Tohsaka couldn't help but ask.

Tiamat pecked her head like a chick and wrote in her notebook: "Happy, I finally have a companion."

Yu Tohsaka was taken aback for a moment, then chuckled, "Didn't you have any companions before?"

Tiamat is the 'creator goddess', and she has created countless children in the past... In a sense, these should also be considered her companions, right?

"That's different."

She gently shook her head. "They are good children, but they will only obey my commands completely."

For Tiamat, a true companion should possess independent consciousness... and since Tohsaka Yu now possesses 'her' magic, she is naturally her companion.

Only those who carry her scent are considered companions. It seems she's quite possessive. Will she prevent me from dating in the future...? Looking at Tiamat's earnest explanation, Tohsaka Yu couldn't help but smile.

At that moment, he saw Tiamat continue writing in her notebook: "Your magic circuits seem to have room for improvement."

"It can... evolve?" Tohsaka Yu was stunned for a moment, but then her mind quickly became active.

It should be noted that the quality of his magic circuits has undergone a dramatic change, and his magic capacity has reached an astonishing A+ level.

It had already undergone a complete transformation... yet it could evolve once more?

However, how to evolve is still a question.

His magic circuits were able to evolve through a special method... kissing.

And... what about next time?

If we want this special magic circuit to evolve again, what kind of "price" would be required?

Thinking of this, Yu Tohsaka's thoughts drifted away involuntarily, but her gaze unconsciously glanced at Tiamat.

Just as his thoughts were wandering, a faint, almost imperceptible sound of footsteps suddenly came from outside the door.

Tuk, Tuk, Tuk...

The footsteps were very light, but they sounded exceptionally clear in the quiet temple guest room.

Yu Tohsaka's heart skipped a beat, and she subconsciously turned her head to look at the main entrance.

Someone's here. (Two clothes) Liushaner@?

Volume 1: Chapter Fourteen - The First Step in Winning Over Ereshkigal (Part 2)

Without a doubt, this place is indeed the temple of Ishtar.

The extremely luxurious and extravagant decor, with its dazzling gold and jewels, almost made her eyes glaze over.

Such inferior taste is only found in the temple of Ishtar throughout the entire Uruk.

But why did that idiot goddess hand over the initiative to me so early today...? The woman was filled with doubt.

This is a goddess who has a similar face to Ishtar, but a completely different temperament.

She wore an elegant and solemn black gown, the skirt of which cascaded down like a waterfall in the dark night, adorned with golden cage-like decorations that symbolized her authority over the underworld. Her long, flowing golden hair cascaded over her shoulders, contrasting sharply with Ishtar's jet-black hair.

Her skin was pale, as if she had never seen the sun. Her bright red eyes were deep and calm, yet contained a hint of melancholy and majesty. She had a slender figure, and although she was not as sexy and flamboyant as Ishtar, she possessed a dignified and elegant air that belonged to the Queen of the Underworld, which was awe-inspiring and unapproachable.

Ereshkigal, the goddess of the underworld.

Not long ago, when she had just woken up, she found herself in this luxurious temple of hers.

What bothered her even more was the obvious traces of magical conflict remaining in the temple, with two powerful divine auras permeating the air. One of them was ancient and vast, making her instinctively feel awe and vigilance, while the other... seemed to belong to Jingu, but was clearly somewhat different.

What exactly happened here not long ago?

Ai Lei collected her thoughts and moved silently, like an elegant shadow, through the magnificent palace.

Her sharp red eyes scanned the surroundings carefully, trying to capture every trace of residual magic and reconstruct what had happened.

After exploring for a while, she followed the energy fluctuation that was both familiar and unfamiliar to her and that she was most concerned about, and came to a relatively quiet corridor.

The decor here is more subdued, and the lighting is much softer, suggesting it leads to an area for receiving guests or relaxing.

At the end of the corridor, a very peculiar aura seemed to emanate from the guest rooms.

"What on earth is that foolish goddess doing in her own temple...?"

A hint of surprise and intense interest flashed in Ai Lei's red eyes.

A thought struck her. She held her breath, minimizing her presence, and then, like the most cautious hunter, approached the guest room step by step.

As she walked, the high slit on the side of her dress swayed gracefully, revealing her long and shapely legs.

Her legs had smooth lines and fair, delicate skin that gleamed alluringly in the dim light. Although they were wrapped in a dress symbolizing the solemnity of the underworld, they still couldn't hide their breathtaking charm and the perfect proportions of a goddess, carrying her awe-inspiring and inviolable nobility.

However, at this moment, when she opened the door, this elegant goddess was completely captivated by the scene and atmosphere inside the room.

The first thing that catches the eye is the lingering magical energy that permeates the room, almost tangible. One of these waves is as vast as the sea, carrying an ancient, primordial charm that makes even the goddess of the underworld feel a stirring deep within her divine being.

What shocked her even more was the scene in the center of the room.

A young man was sitting on the edge of the bed, and beside him, a woman with long, light blue hair, stunning beauty, and a deep, serene aura like the primeval ocean was gazing at him tenderly, as if she had just finished a close embrace.

Who is this woman? Ai Lei frowned slightly, her heart filled with doubt.

She had never seen this being in Uruk, but the aura emanating from him, which was both gentle and tolerant yet extremely majestic, was something that no ordinary deity could possess.

This power... is so ancient, it seems to surpass even these gods.

She quietly channeled her magic, attempting to probe the other's essence more deeply. However, the moment her magic touched the other's aura, it was like a stream flowing into the ocean, instantly dissolved and encompassed by the boundless power, making it impossible to glimpse even a fraction of what was happening.

Just as Ai Lei was secretly alarmed, the blue-haired woman seemed to sense her gaze and probing, and slowly raised her head to look at the goddess at the door.

She tilted her head, her pure, flawless eyes, like rubies, holding a hint of natural curiosity and confusion, and softly uttered a question:

"Aaa?"

Her voice was soft, carrying an innocent naiveté.

However, this simple syllable acted like a key, unlocking the oldest imprint deep within Ellie's memory.

Combining that immeasurable, immense divinity with that aura closely connected to the origin of life... a name that exists only in the most ancient mythological source, a name that even the gods must look up to, suddenly rushed into her mind!

Ai Lei froze instantly, her body trembling slightly. Her red eyes, which always carried a hint of melancholy and majesty, suddenly widened, filled with disbelief, shock, and awe.

She instinctively took a half step back, her lips moving. The composure and reserve befitting a queen of the underworld vanished in that instant, and a trembling, almost spontaneous address burst from her throat: "Mother... Mother?!"

Yes, absolutely! Looking at the entire Mesopotamian mythology, and even tracing back to its ancient origins, only one being possesses such vast, boundless, seemingly all-encompassing divine and magical power.

—Tiamat, the Mother Goddess of Creation!

Upon confirming the other party's identity, Ai Lei felt not at ease, but rather a deeper sense of fear and confusion.

Mother… how could she be here?! Shouldn’t she be banished to the Imaginary World? Why is she appearing in such a… gentle and beautiful manner?

And who is this boy beside Mother? What's with the unusually powerful magic emanating from him, subtly connected to Mother? They seem to have... a close relationship?

Countless questions bombarded Aileen's mind like a storm, making even the goddess who ruled the underworld feel dizzy and almost unable to maintain her usual calm and dignity.

Just as her thoughts were in turmoil, the boy who had been utterly perplexing to her—Tohsaka Yu—was the first to recover.

Upon seeing this blonde goddess in a black dress who resembled Ishtar but possessed a completely different aura, he took the initiative to greet her: "Hello... May I ask who you are?"

The question was like a pebble thrown into a lake, instantly waking Ai Lei. She suddenly realized that she had lost her composure.

No, I can't show this panicked look in front of outsiders!

Ai Lei forcibly suppressed the turmoil in her heart, took several deep breaths, and then straightened her back. Although the cold sweat on her back was still wet, she had regained the aloofness and arrogance that belonged to the Queen of the Underworld.

“I am Ereshkigal, the ruler of the underworld.”

Although she spoke haltingly, she remained calm, her sharp gaze fixed on Tohsaka Yu. "Who are you?"

After this brief brainstorming session, Eresh realized that the key to figuring out the whole story lay with this boy.

As she said this, she glanced cautiously at Tiamat beside her.

Despite the woman's innocent and naive demeanor from the very beginning, the more powerful the deity, the more terrifying the oppressive aura emanating from this 'mother' could be... and this was merely a weakened version of Tiamat's spirit form.

Seeing the 'pressure' that Ereshkigal was under, Tohsaka Yu pondered for a moment and then smiled, "Why don't we go outside and talk? I want her to rest for a while."

In fact, Yu Tohsaka had already realized Ereshkigal's identity when he met her.

Ereshkigal, the goddess of the underworld... one of the 'Three Goddesses Alliance'.

The existence of this alliance is itself a destabilizing factor and one of the potential threats to Tiamat. To prevent this land from falling into greater chaos, the first thing to do is to find a way to dismantle this alliance of the three goddesses.

As for Ellie... no joke, this woman is definitely the easiest to win over.

Upon hearing Yu Tohsaka's words, Ereshkigal nodded almost without hesitation: "Okay, let's go then!"