Fuyuki Magecraft Academy.
Headmaster's Office.
Tamamo-no-Mae frowned in confusion. "Why would Alaya ask that? Does she really intend to make Tiamat a Servant?"
"Why not? Don't forget, you were once a Beast of Humanity yourself," Merlin replied, giving her a strange look.
"But here's the thing—becoming a Servant means a massive drop in power. Doesn't she want to fight alongside Nameless anymore?"
Tamamo grew even more puzzled.
Servants all had limits imposed by their Saint Graphs.
Even mighty deities had to weaken themselves significantly to manifest as Servants.
When she gathered all nine tails and transformed into the White-Faced Golden-Fox, her power was unrivaled, surpassing every other Servant.
Yet, as a Servant, she only had three tails—and was easily outmatched by the likes of Qin Shi Huang and the King of Heroes.
Previously, in the battles against the Almighty God and the Starfleet Vanguard, it was only with Tiamat's assistance that Nameless could barely manage to defeat these terrifying foes.
If she were to become a Servant, wouldn't that weaken their own combat strength?
"Not necessarily. That's Alaya we're talking about!"
Merlin shook his head lightly.
For ordinary Servants, or even deities, a reduction in power would be normal.
But the issue is—
Nameless is Alaya's earthly agent, hailed as the strongest warrior protecting human order.
Alaya has gone to extreme lengths to enhance his power.
Merlin reminded them, "Don't forget, a Servant's strength isn't just about their combat ability—it's also tied to their fame."
After the Singularity "Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia" was revealed,
Tiamat, who was the final boss, faced little hostility or resentment.
Instead, people felt overwhelming guilt, viewing her as a mother so gentle she was willing to sacrifice herself.
Later, during the battles against the Almighty God and the Starfleet Vanguard,
Tiamat became their greatest ally.
Despite being an "Evil of Humanity," she protected humans with meticulous care, skyrocketing her popularity worldwide and eclipsing the fame of most Servants.
"How infuriating!"
Tamamo-no-Mae frowned.
She was also widely known across the world—but her reputation was entirely negative!
In contrast.
Countless people shamelessly call the Mother of Creation "Tiamom," desperate to become her children.
As a nine-tailed fox spirit, she couldn't even bring herself to expose them.
Do you really love Tiamom?
Clearly, you're just lusting after her—how shameless!
But here's the problem.
If Tiamat were to descend into the world as a Servant, it would mean she'd be guarding Nameless at all times. How could she possibly steal him away then?
...
At the Tohsaka residence.
Sakura Matou was equally stunned. "A Beast of Humanity… can become a Servant?"
It seemed unbelievable.
But when she recalled the battles she had fought alongside Nameless, it suddenly felt… inevitable.
As a Beast of Humanity, Tiamat was rejected by the world itself, unable to manifest freely.
Every time she appeared, she could only stay for a brief moment before being forced to return to the Imaginary Number Space.
In that sense, she was a bit like Ultraman, limited to just three minutes.
"It should be possible. After all, Tamamo-no-Mae became a Servant too," Rin Tohsaka murmured, equally shocked.
Earlier, while shopping at the supermarket, she had actually run into Tiamat in her Beast form!
Just thinking about it now made her heart pound violently.
If Tiamat really descended, would she stay by Nameless' side forever?
In the mental conference room.
Ishtar immediately panicked. "Oh no! If Tiamom really stays in the world forever, we'll be living in constant fear!"
"This is terrifying," Ereshkigal agreed, deeply worried.
Sure, they had cooperated against the Umbral Star's forces before.
But that was only because they had a common enemy.
If Tiamat became a Servant, it meant she could remain in the world indefinitely.
Why worry?
Think of it like this.
When you leave for college, your mom will miss you, constantly asking when you'll come home.
But once you're back for summer or winter break…
Within days, she'll start nagging, finding fault with everything you do—calling you lazy, useless, a good-for-nothing!
Sound familiar?
Even if Tiamom was gentle beyond measure, seeing her too often might remind her of past betrayals!
And when the reckoning comes, who could possibly withstand it?
"Well, it's not my problem," Rin said, not only unbothered but even a little excited.
Only those who loved humanity to the extreme could become Beasts.
Tiamat was the gentlest of mothers.
As long as she wasn't dragged into trouble by those two unreliable goddesses, she had nothing to fear!
Would the Mother of Creation, who nurtured all life, really try to steal Souma away?
...
Rome.
Inside the resplendent Golden Palace.
Beside the emperor's throne, once unique, now stood another seat of equal grandeur.
Prepared for none other than the Divine Ancestor, Romulus!
During the battle against the Omnipotent God Zeus, Romulus had been summoned by Nameless.
With a single spear strike, forsaking his Grand title, he pierced Zeus' defenses, allowing Nameless to deliver the final blow.
After the battle ended, the Divine Ancestor, now celebrated in countless legends, quietly descended upon Rome once more.
Nero grinned. "Umu, so Alaya can turn the Mother of Creation into a Servant?"
"Indeed. She loves humanity as deeply as I love Rome," Romulus replied.
The seven Grand Servants were born to counter the seven Beasts of Humanity.
Each Grand was meant to suppress a Beast-level threat.
And he—was the one meant to oppose the Omnipotent God Zeus.
But this Beast, Tiamat, was nothing like Zeus.
As an Evil of Humanity, yet one who loves humanity wholeheartedly, willing to harm herself rather than hurt humans.
What a gentle mother she is.
"Mmm, everyone says Tiamat's voice is beautiful. I'm quite interested in holding a concert with her after she becomes a Servant," Nero grew increasingly excited.
As the primordial Mother Goddess, she spoke in an ancient language incomprehensible to ordinary people.
Yet her voice was praised by countless as enchanting and moving, enough to make her the most exquisite singer.
And Nero, an artist rivaling the Muse of music, naturally wished to share the stage and sing a duet with her.
The Divine Ancestor smiled. "A concert? I'd be interested in attending, eager to hear the voice of Rome's successor."
As the founder of Rome, he cared deeply about his successors.
Rome must be made great again!
"Then look forward to it! I'll invite the famous Dragon Girl Elizabeth to ensure it becomes the talk of the town," Nero declared with absolute confidence.
She and Elizabeth were both close friends and rivals.
When the time came, she would invite Tiamat to perform alongside them—
and settle the score once and for all!
Gazing at the moving image of Tiamat, Nero couldn't help but sigh regretfully. "What a shame. If only I had the power of an Evil of Humanity..."
Even as a top-tier Servant, she was still no match for an Evil of Humanity.
"An Evil of Humanity?"
The Divine Ancestor's eyes burned as he studied his successor.
From her, he seemed to sense a power surpassing that of a Servant.
Could she truly be an Evil of Humanity?
As countless people eagerly anticipated Tiamat's descent into the world—
Souma frowned at the mischievous little loli appearing on his phone screen. "Why turn Tiamat into a Servant?"
No need to ask.
This unbearably adorable loli, whom he just wanted to pin down and spank until she mewled, was none other than Alaya.
Swinging her pale little legs, she replied, "Look around—where else can you find a teammate suited for you? Only an Evil of Humanity will do. If you think it's troublesome, I find it even more troublesome."
"Then tell me—will becoming a Servant allow her to retain her full power?" Souma pressed seriously.
Alaya answered calmly, "As the collective self-preservation instinct of humanity, would I give you a weak Servant teammate? Do you want her or not?"