A Villain's Journey Begins in the Type-Moon World

Wang Chong then withdrew all the surrounding black mist, and the obstacle that was disrupting the spiritual particle teleportation was gone. Mashu and Ritsuka exchanged a glance and nodded. Ritsuka then said, "Thank you, Mr. Wang Chong. We'll take our leave now."

“Go on, this place is just ruins. Apart from me and these surviving Servants, there’s nothing left to investigate.” With that, Wang Chong turned his back and flew back to his mount.

"Of course, you're welcome to do some sightseeing if you want. Enjoy your precious rest time. Your first trip has just begun."

After speaking, Wang Chong led his Servants away from Mash and Ritsuka's sight. It seemed that from beginning to end, they were merely trying to make contact with the Chaldea group and did not harbor any other impure motives.

The author says:

Author's Note: We've officially entered the FGO world line and started a new volume. Judging from the data and comments, everyone's impression of the "Porridge" world line is rather unsatisfactory, so I'm temporarily pausing the main storyline on that side. Of course, this doesn't mean I'm completely abandoning the Porridge world line; I'll gradually fill in the gaps through flashbacks later. Enough with the unnecessary rambling, please enjoy reading!

Chapter 2 Merlin's Advice

"Ha... such a strong sense of oppression, I felt like my heart was about to jump out of my chest." After the person left, Ritsuka slumped to the ground.

"Senior, are you alright?" Mashu rushed over to ask after seeing Ritsuka collapse to the ground.

"It's nothing... I was just startled by that aura, and I'm only just recovering. I'll be fine after a rest." Ritsuka shook her head and smiled to indicate that she was alright.

"Thankfully, Ritsuka, your mental state is still quite good. You've worked hard, Ritsuka and Mashu. The being you just faced was a genuine god. Anyone facing that divine pressure would feel awe."

Dr. Roman offered words of comfort.

"But... I never expected that the guy who won the Fuyuki Greater Grail would be such a terrifying existence. No wonder the monarchs from the Clock Tower lost their lives in that Holy Grail War."

"Is it really possible for someone in modern times to become a god?" Ritsuka couldn't help but ask.

"Perhaps the original Mr. Wang Chong wouldn't have been this powerful. However, considering the connection to the entire Dongmu spiritual vein, and combined with the mastermind they encountered behind the scenes—cough cough—let's tentatively name him King Solomon."

Dr. Roman coughed twice and continued:

"Because they were attacked by King Solomon, in order to survive, Mr. Wang Chong had no choice but to make a wish to the Great Grail. It was through the power of the Great Grail and the spiritual veins of Fuyuki that he achieved such a status and survived."

Dr. Roman continued, "Therefore, it's not surprising that his strength is so great. After all, that's the Holy Grail, capable of triggering the Third Miracle, which is completely different from the Holy Grail concept we collected before, which is just a crystal of magic."

"These are not the real points. I can clearly tell that Lord Wang Chong still knows many things that he hasn't fully explained. He probably knows more about the burning of humanity than we imagine. Otherwise, he wouldn't have waited for us."

Leonardo da Vinci couldn't help but say:

"Don't forget, he contributed to the founding of Chaldea, and he even had a way to get that black Saber to travel through the Fuyuki Singularity 10 years in the future, deliberately leaving clues to Fuyuki City in 1994. Given all the trouble he went through, the information he conveyed shouldn't be as simple as he just said."

Dr. Roman said, "The former director was very secretive about this benefactor and didn't reveal much. But now we can only take it one step at a time. Whatever other motives the other party may have, at this stage, it would be best to have another powerful ally who can help us."

"Mash, Ritsuka, do you want to continue exploring this singularity? If you wish to return, please let us know. We are ready to return," Dr. Roman asked.

"Doctor, let's try to explore the area first. It would be good if we could find some clues. Didn't that gentleman not stop us either?" Ritsuka immediately got up and said with great enthusiasm.

"Seeing Ritsuka so motivated, I'm truly moved. Since you've made up your mind, Ritsuka, go for it! Da Vinci, everyone in Chaldea, and I will fully support you," Dr. Roman said with a smile.

"Come on, Mashu, let's wander around and see what we find!" Ritsuka turned around, smiling, and pulled Mashu's hand, running forward.

"Yes, senpai." Mashu replied with a smile, and then began to wander aimlessly around with Ritsuka.

……

In the center of a black fog high in the sky, Wang Chong was silently watching Ritsuka and Mashu's actions with his clairvoyance.

"They're really taking it easy, treating this place like a tourist attraction," Mordred said, somewhat bored. "I thought we'd have a fight going on, especially that purple-haired girl... if I'm not mistaken, her spirit origin should be that guy's, right?"

“Yes, it’s Lord Galahad. I can feel the will Lord Galahad has poured into that girl. But it seems Lord Galahad hasn’t told that girl anything about himself,” Artoria said.

"Is it really okay to just let them wander around like this?" Semiramis asked Wang Chong.

"It's alright. I happen to have some questions to ask a certain otaku who's been watching all this from his home."

Wang Chong slid open the door of the Dimensional House and then said, "You should go home and wait for now. The door of the Dimensional House is only connected to the spatial node where I am currently located. Whether I go to Chaldea or to the Singularity, I can summon you here at any time."

Upon hearing Wang Chong's words, all the Servants nodded and returned to the Dimensional House. Only Artoria remained.

"Do you want me to call him over for you?" Artoria asked.

"Okay, please call him for me, otherwise this guy will probably just pretend he's deaf and dumb," Wang Chong nodded and said.

"Hey, you two, stop shouting. I can't get out even if you do. You know what's going on outside. This is the limit of what I can do, transmitting my voice over long distances." At this moment, that rather prelude-like voice reached Wang Chong and Artoria's ears.

"See? I told you that guy was watching from the sidelines the whole time, he could have just popped out of nowhere," Wang Chong laughed.

"Lord Merlin, please take the following matters seriously. I can sense that history in my time has undergone tremendous changes. If it weren't for the Third Law allowing me to transcend these changes, I fear I would have been deeply affected," Artoria said.

"Your Majesty, please rest assured. Britain has been under my watchful eye and has already arranged suitable people to deal with this," Merlin transmitted telepathically.

"That's good then." Artoria nodded before stepping through the gates of the Dimensional House.

"Is your backup plan to have Bedivere personally deal with the mistakes he made?" Wang Chong asked directly after Artoria left.

“He’s been seen through,” Merlin said slowly. “This world is often a web of cause and effect. This is the choice he made, and he must naturally take responsibility for the choice he made.”

"Similarly, Mr. Wang Chong, based on my experience, I would like to remind you not to try too much to interfere with those predetermined fates, otherwise, who knows what big trouble might arise."

"Is this a warning?" Wang Chong asked with a smile.

"How could I dare? It's just that as a kind-hearted elder brother, I can't bear to see the person my king loves go too far down that wrong path. My king has walked that path before, and it is precisely because of this that my king has suffered a price he shouldn't have had to pay."

After Merlin finished speaking, he sighed and continued, "I know you recognized the doctor's identity. Otherwise, you wouldn't have deliberately used the name of King Solomon to provoke him. And because you know his identity, you also know that the key to breaking this deadlock lies with him."

"The one who tied the knot must untie it. Just like Bedivere, the only one who can solve the problem of the Demon King Goetia is King Solomon, who was the original owner of this body. But you... want to change all of this. You want to defeat Goetia yourself and forcibly break this situation... This is equivalent to taking this price from that doctor."

"The price is too high... I'm really worried. Over the years, it's been rare to meet someone as compatible as you. It would be such a pity if you just disappeared without a trace."

"Isn't it just Goetia? So what if he has the immense magical power from the burning of humanity? Can he destroy the entire solar system in one blow? As long as his output limit is there, as long as he doesn't surpass a planet, I will eventually find a way to surpass him within a limited time."

Wang Chong scoffed, "You should be able to see how fast I'm growing. Do you think I can't catch up with Goetia?"

“What if it’s not just Goetia?” Merlin suddenly said, “What if we want that doctor… cough cough!”

Suddenly, a loud noise came from Merlin's direction, and Merlin himself began coughing up blood uncontrollably.

"Merlin? Hey Merlin? Is he still alive? What happened?" Wang Chong asked, frowning.

"Phew... She's not dead yet. She just talked a bit too much... Anyway, take my advice and just let things take their course. That little girl is the chosen one. As long as you take good care of her, everything will be fine."

Merlin took a breath and then continued, "On the contrary, if you do something too unconventional, then you will bear all the consequences and costs alone."

"..." This time, Wang Chong did not speak as before. The commotion Merlin had just made was real. He clearly observed a terrifying power in the black mist left by Merlin, which directly passed through Avalon and struck Merlin.

"Is it not just Goetia?" Wang Chong murmured to himself.

"Let's leave those things aside for now. Do you possess the means to travel through time or project heroic spirits in a downgraded form?" Wang Chong asked.

“I do have a copy here. But didn’t you plan to enter Chaldea through the other party’s spiritual migration?” Merlin asked, puzzled.

“The more the better, so I can make more preparations in advance,” Wang Chong said slowly. “After all, you just inspired me, and there are some things that still need to be fully prepared.”

Chapter 3 Arrival at Chaldea

"You're getting more and more perverted the more I look at you..."

"Merlin, you really think I can't go over there and knock some bricks on your head right now, huh?"

"I'm just praising you, I'm praising you."

The voice sounded utterly helpless as it said, "From ancient times to the present, I've never seen anyone with such a remarkable talent for learning. I've only just finished explaining it once, and you've not only mastered all these spells, but your skill level is already on par with mine. I really don't know how you have such a brain."

"Hmm? That shouldn't be the case, right? I remember there should be many people in history who were born with knowledge, right? Not to mention the distant past, isn't King Solomon a living example?" Wang Chong asked while continuing to carefully practice the magical knowledge that Merlin had just taught him.

“That’s different. Being born with knowledge is more often due to some kind of ineffable enlightenment, where one is born with a knowledge base from the very beginning.” Merlin shook his head and said, “That’s not really learning. Applying knowledge you already know and instantly comprehending and making knowledge your own are completely different concepts.”

"Really? Then I'll gladly accept your praise. Although I don't really like the words you used... Hmm? It seems they've finally decided to go back." Wang Chong suddenly stopped continuing to operate the magic incantation because he sensed that the black energy he had stored on Ritsuka was disappearing from this world.

"After all, besides you, there really isn't much information left in this world. It's understandable that they rushed back so early... Hmm? Wait? What are you doing right now?"

Merlin was marveling at this when he suddenly noticed that Wang Chong's body was beginning to change.

Wang Chong's body was also gradually transforming into particles, and it was very unstable, with a faint feeling that it was about to dissipate directly from this world.

"When did you even learn this spirit particle transfer?" Merlin quickly realized the reason for Wang Chong's change and asked in surprise.

"Just now, have you forgotten the black mist I injected into that girl? Through the changes that occurred when they left, combined with the knowledge you just taught me about time travel and degraded projection, I have roughly figured out the working mechanism of spirit particle migration. Now all I have to do is go through with them."

Wang Chong said.

"...It seems I really underestimated your terrifying learning ability," Merlin exclaimed.

"Alright, enough with the nonsense. How about you do me one last favor?" Wang Chong asked.

"Help? How do you want me to help?" Merlin asked.

“Spirit transfer utilizes quantum principles—specifically, the cat box principle. And Merlin, as my sole observer, I need you to close your eyes so I can fully enter the state where I can travel through time,” Wang Chong said.

"Close your eyes, huh? Okay, okay." Merlin closed his eyes and then said with a smile, "Big brother has already closed his eyes, so be careful not to get caught by me."

"Well then, Merlin, open your eyes now... See you later," Wang Chong said.

When Merlin opened his eyes again, Wang Chong had already disappeared from his clairvoyance range. He knew very well that the other party had already traveled to Chaldea.

"Sigh, what do you mean 'see you later'? Isn't it supposed to be over 20 years?" Merlin sighed. "Alright, it's just a matter of taking a nap anyway. See you later, Little Wang Chong~"

……

"Ding—Congratulations, host, you have achieved the hidden achievement of actively traveling through time and worlds: Active Time Travel. You have obtained a random skill jar."

"Ding—Congratulations, host, on entering the third world, the FGO world of Type-Moon. You are rewarded with 1000 villain points. Since you entered the third world through your own abilities, you are also rewarded with a random item jar."

"Ding—You are about to receive a main quest... Searching in progress..."

Wang Chong opened his eyes. He was surrounded by a very familiar corridor. He had seen this scene countless times before. The only difference was that the familiar song "The Melody I've Been Heard" was playing.

The system notifications kept ringing in his mind, but Wang Chong shook his head and ignored them, instead heading in the direction he sensed. Ritsuka, whom he had marked, should be not far ahead.

"But does Chaldea really not have any protective measures at all? I just swaggered in like this, and there wasn't even an alarm. Or is everyone's attention focused on providing support for Ritsuka?"

After all, he was just playing a game and hadn't truly experienced the hardships of being a Chaldea Master. He wouldn't learn about the details of Chaldea either; unless that guy Nasu wrote these scenarios, he would know nothing about it.

Of course, even if it were written later, Wang Chong wouldn't know, since he quit the game shortly after defeating Goetia.

"Let's listen to what Ritsuka and the others are saying." Wang Chong tapped his head, and then his black mist ability activated, allowing Ritsuka's voice to echo in his mind:

"You've worked hard, Ritsuka and Mashu. Your physical condition has remained relatively stable after this journey. By the way, Ritsuka, after Lord Wang Chong bestowed his blessing upon you, did you carefully notice any changes in your body?"

Clearly, this is Dr. Roman inquiring about Ritsuka's physical condition.

“There’s nothing wrong with me. In fact, I feel more energetic and can run for a long time without getting tired. My body feels much lighter,” Ritsuka said. “Mash can testify to that; we just ran a very long distance.”

"That's right. Back in Fuyuki City, your stamina, endurance, and speed have all improved significantly. While you may not have reached the level of a Servant, you are still quite rare among humans," Mash praised without reservation.

"Is that so? It seems that the blessing was for improving physical fitness. Although I've never seen magic of that kind of black mist before, just to be on the safe side, it would be best to check carefully later," Dr. Roman said.

"By the way, Doctor, what conclusions did you draw about that canyon we just saw, and those giant craters?" Ritsuka began to ask about their experiences along the way.

"Ha... how should I put it? Based on the data simulation results, those traces can only be from a battle. We deduced the approximate energy level based on the area and volume of those traces, as well as the properties of the ground..."

After saying that, Dr. Roman sighed and continued, "It can only be said that neither the mastermind behind it all, King Solomon, nor Wang Chong, who has merged with the Fuyuki Holy Grail, are beings we can afford to offend. The latter is still manageable, since he is currently seeking cooperation. But the former is a real enemy we must face."

"Although I told you at the beginning how difficult this task was, after quantifying it, it is indeed a pessimistic thing... Ah, I don't mean to discourage you. It's just that only after you know this clear fact will you be able to make more correct choices in the future."

Dr. Roman quickly explained.

"Alright, that's just Roman's personality. He likes to think pessimistically. No matter how strong your opponents are, there's only one path in front of us. Instead of being anxious and hesitant, we should abandon all these thoughts and move forward steadily."

Da Vinci pushed Dr. Roman aside and then spoke seriously.

“We all believe in you, Ritsuka, Mashu. You both performed very well in every Fuyuki Singularity. As for the final enemy, your journey has only just begun. Don’t set your sights too far ahead.”

"Don't worry, Doctor, Da Vinci, Mashu and I won't be defeated so easily." Ritsuka, who had initially seemed a little uneasy, regained her spirits after seeing Da Vinci's encouragement and said.

“Then I won’t say anything more. Mashu, Ritsuka, you two go to the infirmary first so I can check on your health. After that, get some rest. Chaldea will soon be conducting its first singularity transfer,” Dr. Roman said.

Ritsuka nodded, then led Mash to prepare to leave the Spirit Particle Transfer Room. Before opening the door, Ritsuka turned back and asked, "Speaking of which, didn't Mr. Wang Chong say he would be coming to Chaldea soon when we parted? We've been lingering there for so long, has he already arrived?"

“No…or rather, we haven’t seen him yet,” Dr. Roman said, shaking his head as he followed behind.

"Is that so? I thought I would be able to see that gentleman soon?" Ritsuka said, opening the door.

"It's not too late to see each other now, is it?"

Just then, a familiar voice came from the doorway.

"Huh?"

Ritsuka quickly turned around, only to find Wang Chong standing right in front of her. Ritsuka cried out and tried to back away, but her legs wouldn't cooperate, causing her to lose her balance and fall backward with a thud.

"go."

However, with a flick of his finger, Wang Chong sent a wisp of black mist directly to Ritsuka's buttocks and lower back, supporting her like a soft chair so she wouldn't fall flat on her backside.

"Don't be nervous, we're already partners, aren't we?" Wang Chong said with a smile, extending his hand.

"Hehehe, thank you." Seeing that Wang Chong had lost his previous imposing manner and was now extending his hand to her in a friendly manner, Ritsuka scratched her head, then reached out and grasped Wang Chong's hand, and with Wang Chong's help, she stood up again.