At this moment, within the light screen.
[After Samson broke free from Zhou Yu's chains, he gathered his strength once more and charged toward Zhou Yu.]
[Zhou Yu's expression was grim as he said coldly, "Berserker, taste the fruits of your actions!"]
[With that, he raised his right hand high and clenched it into a fist.]
[Instantly, the earth shook and roared.]
[Samson was surrounded by explosions, and flames shot into the sky, swallowing him in an instant.]
[To resist this explosion, Samson's strength was nearly exhausted.]
[When the explosions dissipated, the blessed state from his Noble Phantasm had vanished; he was extremely weakened and had no will to fight.]
[Seeing this, Zhou Yu did not press his advantage. Coincidentally, the bounded field also dissipated, so this battle ended somewhat abruptly.]
At this moment, in the Fifth Holy Grail War.
Emiya Shirō watched the battle in the light screen, feeling a bit regretful.
"Although Berserker was driven away, there was no clear victor in the end."
"With the advantage on their side, they should have pursued the victory."
Artoria, beside him, also nodded frequently.
"Indeed, it ended a bit too hastily."
And now, on the light screen:
[Bullet Comments]
[Lord El-Melloi II: It's not going to end just like that, is it? Could we get a bit more information about this Waxing Moon Ritual!]
[Flat Escardos: The generals of the Three Kingdoms period... It would be great to see more Heroic Spirits from that era.]
[Tohsaka Rin: Zhou Yu, Zhuge Liang, the famous Five Tiger Generals, Lü Bu, etc. It's incredible that so many talented individuals gathered in a single era.]
[Kotomine Kirei: If other figures from the Three Kingdoms period were around Zhou Yu's level, that would be truly terrifying. It would definitely be... very enjoyable!]
Just as everyone was discussing, the light screen began to flicker.
Many scenes flashed by during the flickering. When it stabilized, a strange face appeared on the screen.
[Zhou Yu looked at the spear-wielding man, feeling an inexplicable sense of familiarity.]
[Zheng Chenggong, beside him, wore a solemn expression.]
["Bows drawn and crossbows set—it seems this is not an opponent we can reason with."]
["Berserker, consider this paying for your meal—help me!"]
[As Zheng Chenggong's words fell, a silver-haired woman appeared in the light screen.]
At this moment, looking at the woman who appeared on the screen, all viewers were stunned.
Clearly, in the previous battle, Berserker was Samson, so how could a new Berserker suddenly appear?
"Could it be that in this Holy Grail War, multiple Servants of the same Class can exist?"
At the Clock Tower, Lord El-Melloi II pondered the reason.
Soon, he grasped the key point.
The Berserker from the earlier battle was a Servant without a Master. The Berserker in this scene must be the one participating in the Waxing Moon Ritual with a Master.
"I just don't know what this Berserker's true identity is."
El-Melloi II turned his curious gaze back to the light screen.
At this moment, within the light screen:
[Upon hearing Zheng Chenggong's words, Berserker Miyamoto Musashi answered excitedly.]
["No need to tell me! It seems a powerful new Heroic Spirit has joined the fray! This really gets my blood pumping!"]
[Miyamoto Musashi was eager and ready for battle.]
[At that moment, the mysterious spear-wielding Heroic Spirit suddenly asked, "Where is the Young Master?"]
[The question left Zhou Yu and the others momentarily stunned. They had never heard of any "Young Master."]
[Seeing their silence, the mysterious Heroic Spirit abandoned any thought of friendly communication: "Unwilling to speak? Then don't blame me for using force to make you talk!"]
[As the mysterious Heroic Spirit's voice fell, the atmosphere grew even tenser. Everyone on Zhou Yu's side, including his Master Zheng Chenggong, was prepared to fight at any moment.]
[In this charged atmosphere, Miyamoto Musashi, as Berserker, could no longer suppress her fighting spirit and took the initiative, drawing her sword with incredible speed.]
[In the next second, she appeared before the mysterious Heroic Spirit.]
[Sparks flew as sword and spear clashed several times in an instant.]
[Watching the two already engaged in combat, Zhou Yu hesitated briefly before speaking up.]
["Berserker, leave this to me."]
[Hearing Zhou Yu's words, Miyamoto Musashi immediately halted and created distance from the mysterious Heroic Spirit. Zhou Yu then stepped forward, calm and composed, as if everything was under control.]
["Rider, why are you fighting us?"]
[At Zhou Yu's question, Rider snorted coldly, "If you won't hand over the Young Master, I'll have to take him by force!"]
[Zhou Yu sighed helplessly, "Even if I say we don't know, I suppose you won't believe me. So let me ask another way."]
["Since you are known as Zhuge Liang's trusted general, why have you lost your composure and sought a fight?"]
[Zhou Yu's gaze was sharp as a blade, fixed on Rider.]
["Rider, no—Lord Zhao Yun!"]
At this moment, hearing Zhou Yu's words, all viewers were stunned.
They truly hadn't imagined that the figure before them was the famous Zhao Zilong!
[Bullet Comments]
[Emiya Shirō: This is the fierce general Zhao Zilong? One of the Five Tiger Generals, the Zhao Zilong who fought his way through seven armies single-handedly? I never expected such a surprise besides Zhou Yu.]
[Flat Escardos: As expected of Zhao Zilong, who carved his way through seven armies—he looks mighty!]
[Zhuge Liang: I never thought I'd see Zilong again in such a form and manner. The world is truly unpredictable and moving.]
[Lord El-Melloi II: But who is this 'Young Master' he keeps mentioning? Does he mean his own Master?]
At this moment, within the light screen:
[After Zhou Yu revealed his true name, Zhao Zilong was visibly stunned. He hadn't expected to be recognized.]
[Upon hearing Zhou Yu's words, Zheng Chenggong excitedly rushed forward.]
["Zhao Yun? Is he the Zhao Zilong?"]
[In response to his Master's question, Zhou Yu affirmed, "Yes, he is Zhao Zilong of Changshan. But I didn't expect him to attack without explanation."]
[At that moment, Zhao Zilong seemed to realize something. He looked at Zhou Yu in shock.]
["Archer, you are... No, if that's the case... Why would the Young Master..."]
[As they spoke, a strange aura suddenly emerged.]
[The next second, five bizarre creatures appeared before everyone.]
["Oh, it's the demons' turn to show up this time!" Miyamoto Musashi said with excitement. The appearance of demons meant she could fight again!]
[As the only Master present, Zheng Chenggong immediately spoke up, "Archer, Rider, if you wish to reminisce, let's do so later. If we don't handle the current trouble, we might not even get the chance to talk."]
[At this point, Zhao Zilong was certain that the three before him might also be involved.]
[For a moment, he felt remorse for his earlier impulsiveness.]
[So Zhao Zilong stepped forward, spear in hand, and spoke solemnly to Zhou Yu and the others.]
["Though I don't fully understand the current situation, dealing with the demons is undoubtedly the top priority!"]
["Allow me, Zhao Zilong, to take up my spear and fight, to carve a path forward for you!"]
[As his voice fell, immense magical energy erupted from Zhao Zilong's body.]
["My Lord, please witness the martial prowess of the dragon at this moment!"]
["I am Zhao Zilong of Changshan! All who stand in my way shall be slain without mercy!"]
[As Zhao Zilong chanted, the erupting magical energy grew even more astonishing, converging onto the spear in his hand.]
[At that moment, Zhao Zilong seemed to be galloping on a warhorse. With the charge and the gathering magical energy, the spear in his hand transformed directly into a blue dragon!]
[The dragon roared with a sacred cry, then, along with Zhao Zilong, turned into a blue meteor that pierced through the entire battlefield!]
[Dazzling light mixed with terrifying magical energy filled every corner!]
[When the light faded, only a terrifying trench remained, along with the remnants of the seven demons instantly defeated!]
At this moment, watching the scene in the light screen, in the world of the Fifth Holy Grail War,
Cú Chulainn was shocked.
"Is this the strength of the Three Kingdoms generals?"
He looked at the spear in his hand, then at Zhao Zilong in the light screen, his mood somewhat complicated. (To read the latest exciting chapters, go to Faloo Novels!)
Although he is more suited to the Lancer class, he felt that, in spear technique, he, a Lancer, was completely outmatched by Zhao Zilong, a Rider.
"We're all Heroic Spirits—the gap shouldn't be this huge, right?"
Cú Chulainn smiled wryly and returned his gaze to the light screen.
At that moment, lines of text appeared:
[Zhao Zilong's Noble Phantasm: Lone Rider of Changban Slope, EX, Anti-Unit Noble Phantasm]
[A Noble Phantasm sublimated from the stories recorded in official history and Romance of the Three Kingdoms.]
[While this Noble Phantasm is active, any form of interference, including magecraft, is ineffective against Zhao Yun.]
[Before reaching the destination or achieving the objective, he gains a parameter boost that surpasses even the Mad Enhancement of a Berserker.]
[It is said that once this Noble Phantasm is activated, a dazzling flash of light will pierce the battlefield. It also excels at ensuring the Master's safe escape.]
At this moment, seeing the description of Zhao Zilong's Noble Phantasm in the light screen, all viewers showed an "as expected" expression.
Only an EX-ranked Noble Phantasm could display such powerful and shocking might.
[Bullet Comments]
[Waver Velvet: An EX-ranked Noble Phantasm? Zhao Zilong of Changshan is truly terrifying.]
[Iskandar: Unaffected by any means during a Noble Phantasm charge—isn't that a conceptual ability?! This is probably the power every Rider dreams of!]
[Emiya Shirō: This is the invincible Zhao Zilong of Changshan, who fought through seven armies single-handedly. He's even more formidable than I imagined!]
Just as everyone was marveling, the light screen flickered again.
This time, the familiar face of Gilgamesh appeared on the screen.
Seeing that well-known countenance, all viewers were stunned.
[Bullet Comments]
[Tohsaka Rin: Gilgamesh, that goldie, why is he here too? Why is he everywhere?!]
[Cú Chulainn: Truly a hard worker in the Holy Grail War. He's everywhere there's a Holy Grail War.]
[Gilgamesh: You mongrels! This King pursues pleasure!]
[Kotomine Kirei: How much pleasure is it? Let me savor it carefully.]
Within the light screen, Gilgamesh spoke.
["According to our agreement, this King shall bestow upon you the honor of the victor—the Wishing Machine!"]
["But before that, one thing must be made clear. Due to the Serpent God's meddling, the magical energy within the Wishing Machine has diminished slightly."]
["Though not every wish can be granted, it can still fulfill desires befitting your status!"]
As Gilgamesh's voice faded, the light screen was instantly flooded with bullet comments.
[Bullet Comments]
[Waver Velvet: Why does the victor have to receive the Holy Grail from the King of Heroes?]
[Kotomine Kirei: It seems you are the behind-the-scenes organizer or supporter of this Waxing Moon Ritual. If you truly organized such a ritual for pleasure, that would be most enjoyable!]
[Lord El-Melloi II: After all, he is the King of Heroes. It's not surprising for a treasure akin to the Holy Grail to be in his treasury.]
[Tohsaka Rin: To think such a powerful figure, with countless treasures and fame as the King of Heroes, is just a slacker? And has a peculiar fondness for street lamps?]
[Gilgamesh: Tohsaka Rin, what could a mongrel like you possibly understand? A family of mongrels!]
At this moment, within the light screen:
[Zheng Chenggong looked at Zhou Yu and said, "Even if this Wishing Machine isn't omnipotent... it can at least pave a way to my goal."]
["Well said, you are worthy of being my Lord. Then stand and wish to save your nation! In doing so, my own wish shall also be realized."]
[Zhou Yu replied thus, so Zheng Chenggong told Gilgamesh his wish.]
[Then, a brilliant white light flashed across the screen. When it faded, the scene had shifted to a warship at sea.]
[Zheng Chenggong and Zhou Yu sat drinking together.]
["A night with a sea breeze, accompanied by a close friend. Topped with this wine that makes the moon fall—there is no banquet more luxurious than this!"]
[Zheng Chenggong declared generously.]
[Zhou Yu was quite moved, "I never expected there would be a day like this, drinking and conversing with you in the flesh."]
["But is this truly alright? That magical energy could have been used for other purposes, such as..."]
[Zheng Chenggong cut him off directly.]
["What I seek is the power to defeat a million-strong army. Your restoration to physical form was beyond my expectations."]
["But now I possess not only financial resources and fleets, but also a renowned strategist like you, capable of defeating millions."]
["I have no regrets about this, Archer. I shall seek your guidance in the future."]
The image on the light screen froze once more.
At the Clock Tower in London,
Lord El-Melloi II watched the gradually dimming light screen and let out a long sigh.
A unique ritual, methods never seen before—all of this needed to be recorded for later study.
Just as the light screen faded, information about the next review appeared.
[Bonus Review!]
[The Seventh Singularity—The Absolute Demonic Front: Babylonia!]
[The Explosive Battle with the Beast, Tiamat!]
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