Shirou's clones number 30 million

'Ha... I'm such a bad woman, a perfect match for a church like this.'

Himiko quickly learned how to create skill cards and saw her level cap on them: level 42.

Well, it's not as high as I imagined, but it's not too low either.

The method for creating skill cards is quite simple: first, recite a phrase similar to praising a deity, then have the person involved drip a drop of blood onto a blank card, and the deity will respond by displaying the person's condition on the card.

The skill card updates automatically in real time. It doesn't have detailed data like strength or constitution, only the level and level cap.

It is said that if you possess a unique skill or a skill of advanced level, it will be displayed on the card.

As for Himiko herself, she had no skills whatsoever, and her skill card only showed her level and skill cap, in addition to her name.

The maximum level is 42, and the current level is 1.

Late at night, when most people were asleep, Himiko sat by the bed and began to pray softly.

After repeating this three times, Sanzen Kaishirou appeared out of thin air in front of him.

Why are you looking for me so late at night instead of sleeping?

"Um... why did you choose me to be the saintess? My level cap is only 42."

Shirou was slightly taken aback, then couldn't help but laugh.

"An upper limit? That kind of thing is meaningless. There are plenty of ways to break through the upper limit."

"There are many things that measure a person's value, but the upper limit of their level is definitely not one."

"So the level cap can be broken?" Himiko muttered to herself, then asked again, "But I heard that the level cap is absolute, and no one has ever broken it."

"All the heroes summoned from other worlds have broken through their limits once. If it weren't for the divine artifacts or skills I bestowed upon them, they wouldn't all have an upper limit of over 40."

"Divine artifacts, skills? So they're like characters in comics, with cheat codes. What about me? I don't think I've been given anything?"

"So, that's your original level cap."

Shirou smiled and asked:

"If you want a divine artifact, I can grant you one, but only one. Because everyone's soul has a limit to its capacity to withstand something, it simply cannot withstand a second one unless its strength increases to a certain level."

"By the way, in this world's terms, once you reach level 100 or above, you can withstand the second artifact."

Chapter 502 This is an absolutely forbidden matter

Section 503, Chapter 502: This is an Absolutely Forbidden Item

Himiko seemed to be deep in thought. After a moment's thought, she asked:

"Are there any other ways to break through the limit? Besides being granted a divine artifact?"

Shirou smiled slightly and said casually:

"There are many, such as drinking a potion made from the blood of a high-level magical beast or dragon blood, or eating a golden apple."

"Then there are amulets or ornaments made from the branches and leaves of high-level life forms, but amulets do not take effect immediately."

"When you reach the level cap, carrying the amulet while fighting monsters or training may raise the level cap by one or two levels."

"The amulet will disappear after the upper limit is successfully increased."

Upon noticing that Shirou had stopped, Himiko instinctively asked:

Is there anything else?

Shirou reached out his right index finger and shook it a few times.

"That won't do. In any world, intelligence is the most valuable thing. I can only provide you with three for free. You'll have to find more yourself."

"Moreover, although I don't care much about it, the method to break through the level cap is the dream of everyone in this world."

"So, I can't just tell you that it's not allowed to get something for nothing!"

Himiko paused for a few seconds, then tentatively said:

"Didn't you send a lot of heroes here to save the world? If that's the case, why not tell them how to raise their level cap? That way, they should have a better chance of defeating the Demon King."

“Once a secret is known to a second person, it is no longer a secret.” Shirou shook his head slightly and asked in return, “How many people do you think the Demon King would know about this secret information by the time it is disseminated?”

Himiko remained silent for a long time before nodding slightly.

“I understand, I won’t tell anyone. However, if anyone is really suffering because of the level cap, I won’t stand idly by.”

"As a saintess, this is how it should be."

Why did you choose me?

"It was just a coincidence that the event happened at that time."

"I see... What do you think of the church's methods for recruiting new members?"

"It was a little outrageous, but not too much. No one held a knife to someone's neck or threatened them with their family. It was just this level, so there's no need to worry about it too much."

"I see." Himiko chuckled softly, realizing she understood his meaning. "Isn't it better to be the one who's been deceived?"

"So, what are you going to do? Knowing that the Church isn't as upright as you imagine, do you still want to continue serving as a saint?"

"It doesn't matter. I'm not exactly a pushover, and I'm a perfect fit for a place like this. Speaking of which... should I stay tonight?"

"Don't blatantly violate the church's prohibitions! Do you want to lose your qualifications on your very first day as a saint?"

Shirou instantly extinguished that fleeting feeling of attraction and instead said:

"Since you're alright, I'll be going now."

Walking back to his home in the divine realm, Shirou unconsciously thought:

That said, it's not such a bad thing, is it? Why should I refuse?

Moreover, the first person that popped into my mind just now was Eris. Could it be that I have feelings for her?

My relationship with her is indeed good, but it's not to that extent, is it?

"Shirou!"

Huh...?

Shirou was startled when he suddenly heard Eris's voice.

What are you doing here?

"Why do you seem a little guilty? Are you thinking about me?" Eris teased.

These words made Shirou feel even more guilty, and he unconsciously looked away.

"Your house isn't in this direction, is it? Did you come looking for me?"

"There are a few things I'd like to ask you. Actually, in the world I govern, a small team has already reached the Demon King's army."

"That's great news! I wish you a speedy promotion."

Managing the gods is a long-term job, but if you can defeat the demon king early on, you might be considered a valuable asset and given more responsibilities.

For example, adding a governing world.

"That's not the issue. Let's talk at your house."

"of course can."

At Shirou's house, Shin'yū was lifting dumbbells to work out, and his imposing presence made Eris unconsciously hide behind Shirou.

"he is?"

"His name is Ryuguuin Seiya. He is the hero I summoned and is currently undergoing training before defeating the Demon King."

"Is...is that so? It looks pretty impressive."

"Let's go inside and talk."

After bypassing Ryuguin Seiya, the two arrived at the living room.

As Shirou poured her tea, he asked:

"Tell me, what happened? If it's just that the Demon King is about to be defeated, you wouldn't need to come looking for me."

“First of all, I want to make one thing clear: Shirou doesn’t know anything, right?” Eris looked very seriously into Shirou’s eyes.

"I have absolutely no idea what you're talking about." Shirou was speechless.

"Actually, one of the women in the team that defeated the Demon King is a friend of mine from the human world."

While observing Shirou's expression, Eris said:

"Thanks to this, I have been observing them."

"There are four people in the team, one man and three women."

"The other two women are a girl from the Crimson Demon Clan who can only use explosion magic. The other is a princess of the kingdom who inherited the bloodline of the hero and can use the holy sword inherited from the hero."

Shirou looked bewildered. What was going on?

Eris's human friend likely refers to Darkness.

The Crimson Demon girl is clearly Megumin.

The kingdom's princess is Alice.

This is basically Kazuma's squad missing Aqua and two other members of Kazuma's squad.

"Go on."

"The male members of the team look somewhat like Shirou, and their personalities are also somewhat similar."

Just as I expected! I knew it.

"Could he also be named Shirou?"

"Oh...?" Eris stared intently at Shirou, saying with utmost seriousness, "So you knew after all!"

"Shirou, I understand your desire to help me, but going to transform into your body to help me defeat the Demon King is against the rules of the divine realm."

"No, I didn't do anything. I knew nothing about it before you said that."

How am I supposed to explain this? I feel like I'm destined to take the blame for this.

Have you ever heard of the concept of "another world counterpart"?