(This might be the final episode. I want you to read carefully (Fou))
"Alriiight! I've taken a new disciple! Let's go look for Touta right away~! Hey, where are you going, Moses!"
"Somewhere not here. The desert, perhaps? Crossing Ramesses's territory is good, playing with Sphinxes is good. Peeking at the ends of the world is good too. There are so many things to do! Come, let's go! I go where I want to go and do what I think is fun! Anytime, anywhere!"
"Wait a minute!! Aren't you going to get scolded by God~!!?"
"Why would I be scolded? I am always moving because I want to see someone smile. That is why I help people. God always helps my actions. And the people helped thank God. And I am happy seeing everyone laugh. Isn't it Win-Win? Because I believe! 'Though there are many paths, I can definitely walk the right path!' Even angels cannot stop my steps! Come, let's go, Master! It's okay! I won't let you get hurt! As long as you don't leave my side! Do your best to keep up!"
"God daaaaaaaaamn!! This is the first time I've had such a free-spirited disciple~~~!! Toutaaaaaa!!"
"Maybe I'll go see Ramesses? ...He's scary, so maybe later! ~♪ ~♪"
[A Peaceful Time]
Overcoming the holy punishment and the massacre... The party of the King of Heroes, accepted by the Mountain People, was spending a peaceful moment.
They were the people of the Holy Land. Even now that the Holy City was occupied by the Lion King, they did not let go of their faith, joining forces and living modestly.
They did not even have the consciousness of being persecuted. They were simply living desperately in the now for what they believed in.
"So, that's why we're kind to fellow travelers. Nice to meet you, Chaldea party! I'm Arash! I'm the Archer protecting this place. Let's get along!"
"I know you~! Arash Kamangir! Thank you for always helping us!"
To Ritsuka who bowed deeply, Rushd pouted.
"Ritsuka-nee, Arash-niichan just has the same name. No way Arash Kamangir would be here!"
"Oh? To such a suspicious child, take this~!"
"Kyaa! That tickles, Arash-niichan!"
Playfully wrestling, Arash and Rushd walked through the village together.
"Yeah... how should I put it, it feels like we protected them... really...!"
"Yes, Senpai...!"
The two stayed in the village, deeply savoring the preciousness of what they had protected to the end.
And the village had everything except wealth. Faith, piety, thoughtfulness. And tolerance.
However—the lack of wealth was severe. Everyone's life was poor, and there were no supplies. Unable to even eat properly, they were doing their best just to live through today, resigning themselves to honest poverty—
—Until yesterday, that is.
"Fuhahahahaha!! I will not accept that the place serving as the base for the Gorgeous Me is destitute! Behold the true value of my wealth! Savor it without reserve!!"
Gorgeous overturns such a harsh daily life with a snap of his fingers. Taken out from golden ripples, tablecloths, bathtubs, warm beds, and clothes to ward off the cold and heat were distributed to each person. All of it was provided to the Mountain People.
"Wow! Gil-niichan is amazing!"
"This is warm!"
"Thank you, Gold-Topless-Niichan!"
"Fuhahahahaha!! You lot, simply look up! This world is entirely my garden! Therefore, behold the brilliance of the King who stands at the apex of this world! Now, you lot! It is time to eat!!"
"""""Yaaaaaaay!!"""""
Rations were prioritized for the children. Providing an amount that wouldn't teach them luxury, distributing it to the people.
"On the earth, there is nothing impossible for a Pharaoh! All creation! Is in my hands!!"
The shining Sun King illuminated everyone, restoring the health of the people and healing them.
"Wahahaha!! Drink, sing!! It is a free-for-all; nothing starts without tasting pleasure once in a while!!"
The Conqueror King gathered the people without discrimination, holding a meal to strengthen their unity.
"Confirming the evacuation routes. Yes, the documents are fine. Preparing for the decisive battle, we must secure a route to let the people escape without hindrance."
"Understood. Leave it to me."
The Knight King cooperated with Hassan, the Old Man of the Mountain, to grasp a speedy and prompt evacuation route for the non-combatants.
('Leave it to me. I'll handle the mapping perfectly.')
('Let's start little by little. We don't know when the "Judgment" will come... so let's do everything we can while we have time.')
Receiving the request, the Chaldea support members devoted themselves to support.
Hospitality, blessings, support, preparation.
Though spending time in their own ways, there was one common thing.
—Everyone is smiling! Fou!
(Yeah! Me too, and you too!)
—Yeah!
The foreign arrival, and the feast—
"Now, you lot, raise your glasses! Celebrating and blessing our Complete Flawless Victory! I permit the holding of a banquet together! Do not mind me, it is a free-for-all!"
Gilgamesh, the Oldest King of Heroes who harbors the Newest Hero Princess, raised his cup high to the moon and stars in the night sky.
"Enjoy and rejoice to your heart's content! —It is my command that raises the curtain on this feast! Now, let us go! —Cheers!!"
"""""Cheeeeeers!!!!"""""
That night, everyone's laughter and joy echoed endlessly—
"..."
Ritsuka also closed her eyes, lying on a tree, enjoying her juice.
Savoring the moon, the stars, and—the gentle bell echoing in her ears...
('Ritsuka, if you act too hard-boiled, you'll be called Gender: Ritsuka again.')
Jeanne spoke worriedly over the comms.
('If you catch a cold... please call Mother, okay? I will nurse you gently.')
She returned a smile to the two concerned for her well-being.
"Thanks, both of you. —Ah, let me tell you two in advance."
(' '?)
"I might go out secretly without telling everyone... when that happens, don't worry. I'll definitely come back."
('...It is a promise.')
('Yes. If anything happens, call this Mother loudly.')
The two did not ask deeply, believing Ritsuka's words, and simply nodded.
"Thanks, Jeanne. Mother. —Fuaaa... It's peaceful, nice..."
Wrapped in the Nemean Lion pelt, Ritsuka stretched her body with satisfaction.
"Fuhahahahaha!! Fuhahahahaha!!!!"
The King of Heroes laughed in high spirits, drinking heavily.
"On the earth, there is nothing impossible for a Pharaoh! All creation! Is in my Pharaoh!!"
Ozymandias laughed in equally high spirits, falling into a stupor.
"Drink, drink! Food, sex, sleep, and war! You have to enjoy everything to the fullest!!"
The Conqueror King smashed barrels one after another, drinking sake like a python.
"Nice! This is fun! It's been a while since I had good sake! Or rather... Edamame is delicious! Hey, this goes perfectly with beer!"
Arash drank beer like water and ate edamame relentlessly.
"Mash, good work. The Galahad within you must be feeling proud as well."
"Yes! But, this is... a victory seized by Senpai and everyone!"
"Mash-oneechan! Artoria-sama!"
Mash caught Rushd, and Artoria watched over them calmly.
"It is a good thing... family togetherness..."
Beside the teary-eyed Hassan, Saria gently stroked his back.
"Rushd... my life. ...I'm so glad, truly glad you are safe..."
Saria also savored the happiness with a trembling voice.
—There is no parent who does not think of their child. If they are a 'Parent.'
('Phew... Shall we have a small party too?')
('Sounds good, Marie. Then I'll go get the party goods!')
('Actually, I already have theeeem ♥ Lord Romani, let's cut the cake together~ ♥')
('Doctor! I believed in you! As a fellow bachelor, I believed in you!!')
('Meuniere...')
On the other side of the comms, a modest gathering of rest was held (with one person crying tears of blood).
For a moment, everyone enjoyed peace and tranquility...
"My interest is piqued! I shall show you lot—the majesty of a True King!!"
—Whah!?
"Fuhahaha! I will not let you have all the fun, Golden One! Behold—the Divine Authority of the Pharaoh!!"
—Ehh!?
"Hohoh, in other words... —We are demonstrating our Supreme Way!?"
—Wait, ehhhhh!?
"Good grief! I welcome entertainment!"
"—Stop it. There are still children present."
Ignoring the Knight King's restraint—
"Then here I go!! A・U・O——!!"
The King of Heroes shouted loudly.
"I shall grant you a reward! Those without light (Hikari Naki Mono)! T・Y・O!!"
The Sun King shone.
"My Supreme Way!! Burn it into your eyes!! S・F・O————!!"
The Conqueror King raised a war cry—!!
"""Cast Off————!!!!!"""
—Just because it's a free-for-all doesn't mean you should go overboard, Kings————!!!!
"『Promised Ex—』"
—Artoria waaaait———!!!
"Alriiight! Then I gotta do something too! ...—O Holy Lord of the Sun—"
"Sir Arash————!!!!"
(Alright, let's send it all to Merlin. Air! It's okay! Your brilliance is not inferior to these guys at all!)
—That's not the issue———!!! Generally speaking, men exposing their naked bodies in public is too stimulating———!!!
The Princess's scream of confusion echoed at the uninhibited antics of the Kings going wild—
And then, when the feast ended and everyone fell asleep.
"Mash, Ritsuka. Before you rest, may I have a moment?"
The Knight King called out to the two.
"Sure~, what is it?"
"Yes, what is the matter? Knight King?"
The Knight King was relieved by their affirmative words.
"Yes. —There is a Knight I wish to introduce to you. He has awakened, so he wishes to greet you."
At the Knight King's words, the two looked at each other.
"Could it be!"
"That silver one!"
"Yes. —Bedivere. Come here."
At the edge of the village, the meeting with the 'Knight of Loyalty' took place.
He who won the King's trust, and among the Round Table where supermen and heroes gathered, was the only one who looked at the value of 'human life.'
The swordsman who watched the King's final moments with a single arm.
"Bedivere...! Unmistakably, a Knight of the Round Table—!"
"Ohh! The user of the Extreme Higuchi Cutter!"
That legendary figure, before the two—
"...I-I apologize. I apologize... for appearing in such a state..."
Covering his face with both hands, Bedivere groaned shamefully inside the capsule.
"What is the matter. Your loyalty and determination are genuine. No matter your appearance, that does not change. Puff out your chest, Bedivere."
At the King's puzzled voice, Bedivere let out a scream mixed with joy and embarrassment.
"Thank you very much...! But, well—! I am acutely aware that I am in an incredibly bizarre state...!"
"—? Putting Bedivere's attitude aside. He is the Knight I wanted you to meet. Mash, Master."
"Y-Yes..."
"Artoria is... surprisingly dense...?"
Ignoring the confused two, the Knight King announced.
"Mash, and Bedivere. I wish to ask for your aid. As a force to correct the mad Round Table and the Lion King. I want you to lend me your swords and strength."
The meaning of the Knight King's words was:
"As 'Knights' who correct mistakes and seize the future—I want to borrow everyone's strength. To that end, let us communicate to resolve mutual discord and lack of understanding."
—It was a proposal to... get to know each other to get along.
—The two will come to know.
The journey of determination of a single Knight—
"Moses! Moseees!! An eyeball! An eyeball ghost—!!"
"Like fish, I wonder if eyeballs are good for the eyes? Alriiight, let's drag it out!"
Moses immediately beat the Gazer to death, dragged out the eyeball, and tried eating it.
"A delicacy! Here, Master."
"I-I don't need it..."
"Really?"
Going a little further...
"Starfish! Something like a starfish!! A purple wall—!! Moseees!!!"
"Ohhh~. That's an amazing sight. Alright alright, leave it to me!"
A casual punch bored a hole the size of a fist into the purple wall.
From there, cracks of light spread, and it was purified all together.
"Here, catch. Are you okay?"
"Y-Yeah! It's slimy though..."
"Wow, dirty!"
"Hebwa!"
"I want a place to wash my body..."
Moses looked around restlessly.
"Around there, maybe? —Heeave, ho!"
He jumped and slammed his fist into the spot he aimed at.
"Lord, please make it good!"
At the same time—
"Gyateeeee——!?"
A massive amount of water gushed out from the 'water vein' that burst from below, striking and healing the two.
"Water of blessing~!? Moses, you're amazing~! Even Buddha would be surprised~!!"
"Ramesses~! We can use this for an oasis~!"
"Are you listening~!?"
"Fill the canteen with water~. Alriiight, let's keep going!"
Humming a tune, Moses walked lightly...
"Touta! I will be a little kinder to you from now on——!!"
Sanzang learned the hardships of the one being dragged around...
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