On how PhDs become human evil

“Rita and the others are there, as are Theresa and a few others. Besides, Kevin gave me the coordinates, so I got there easily. But now I have nothing on me.”

Even a skilled cook can't cook without rice, and the same goes for Bai Jie. Although he is known as the King of Magic, he is not so powerful as to create something out of nothing. Asking him to find Emiya's parallel world among countless parallel worlds is simply asking too much.

Just then, Nagumo Hajime raised his hand: "Uh... if it's about going to another world, I probably have a way."

"Huh?"

This time, it was Bai Jie's turn to be stunned.

"What's your idea?"

“I don’t know if it will work in this world, but theoretically it should be fine.” As he spoke, Nagumo Hajime took out a red crystal key and a compass from the treasury. “I got this compass from another world. It’s called the Compass of Transcendence. I won’t go into the details of its effects, but in short, if you use these two items together, as long as the user’s desire is strong enough, you can create a spatial portal that can connect to any place.”

"By the way, that's how I, Yue, and the Goddess got through it."

"What?"

Bai Jie was stunned for the second time.

When did traveling between worlds become so easy? Although it didn't cause him any distress, but... is it really that simple?

Athena frowned: "It is indeed feasible, but Hajime Nagumo, are you sure this magical item can be used normally? Or will it even work?"

“That’s why I said theoretically it should be fine. I’ve never used it in this world, so how would I know if it works?” Nagumo Hajime said. “Anyway, it’s hard to say how long it will take for Fafnir to find that parallel world. In that case, I should be able to do it faster.”

"That being said..."

Everyone looked at the compass and key in Nan Yunshi's hand and fell into deep thought. They had witnessed Bai Jie's abilities and his safety was guaranteed, but it might take a lot of time. While Nan Yunshi's method was convenient, its feasibility was uncertain.

"Hey, have you forgotten what I do?"

Just then, Mostima, who had been slacking off for a long time, stepped in.

"I'm really fed up with you guys. You have to discuss this so-called parallel world travel all the time. Can't you pay a little attention to me? I've been living in this world for thousands of years, you know."

"Mostima...right! If you can control spacetime, then you can travel through parallel worlds too!"

“That’s right!” Mostima puffed out her chest proudly. “Although I can’t compare to the Doctor in other areas, I might be even better at spacetime. After all, I’ve been studying this for thousands of years, so I have some expertise. Traveling to a parallel world is nothing to me.”

“But Mostima, like I said, it's a positioning problem—”

“Isn’t there something like that here?” Mostima pointed at Emiya and Miyu. “Let me give you an example. Doctor, your way of traveling to parallel worlds is like having a map in your hand to find a place. I’m different. Wouldn’t it be simpler to just grab someone on the street and take me there?”

Mostima's approach was simple and straightforward: if he couldn't find it himself, he would find someone who knew the area to take him there. It was simple and easy to understand.

“But Mostima, how did you find out that Emiya and the others know where their world is?” Bai Jie asked again.

"...Doctor, are you a contrarian? You ask so many questions."

Mostima rubbed his forehead.

"Doctor, you probably don't know this, but people from other worlds have a very familiar feeling about their own world. Some people have worked outside for decades, but when they return to their hometowns that have changed, they can still quickly find their way back home. It's a similar principle."

"For Emiya and the others, their original world was their home. It's impossible for a person not to know where their home is."

Mostima's words silenced Bai Jie. Although the theory was heavily influenced by emotion, it was undeniably a correct one. He himself had experienced it firsthand. When he was a doctor at Rhodes Island, he had to return to Lungmen for some reason. Even though he hadn't been back for a long time, he still knew how to navigate the streets and alleys of Lungmen.

With a sigh, Bai Jie chuckled and shrugged, "I really have been a bit arrogant. I've even become rigid in my thinking. Could it be that I'm actually an old man already?"

"If you're an old man, Doctor, then I'm at the level of a great-great ...

"No nesting dolls!"

Hehe~~~

Giving Mostima a disapproving look, Bai Jie said, "Then we'll leave that to Mostima. Everyone get ready, we'll set off tomorrow to take care of that guy. As for now, I think we should deal with something else."

"What is it?"

"Have hot pot? We haven't finished our hot pot yet."

P.S.: Maybe I'm out of my mind; with the virus spreading so fiercely outside, I'm playing Plague Inc Evolved at home...

Section 492, 46. Sit-ups: Golden Glitter

"Since we're leaving tomorrow, I'd like to ask you all for a favor."

After the discussion ended, Emiya said the following.

“The people of Eindsworth should have also come to this world. If possible, I would like to find them and bring them back with me.”

Although they were once enemies, Emiya still considers Julian a friend. In addition, Einzworth has the technology to create Heroic Spirit Cards, making him an invaluable asset. Going back together would definitely be beneficial.

No one objected to Shirou Emiya's suggestion. After all, no one would complain about having too little fighting power. Everyone present suffered from a fear of insufficient firepower and wished their fighting power would explode.

Therefore, after finishing their hot pot meal, Bai Jie led the Great Hero Emiya to search for Einzworth's people throughout Fuyuki City. As for Miyu Emiya, the Great Hero Emiya entrusted her to Kiana and the others for care, since they couldn't let a little girl wander around at night with two grown men.

What? You're asking about Shirou Emiya? Bai Jie sent that guy home before he even ate hot pot.

......

Despite the two bombardments, surprisingly few people left Fuyuki City. The government seemed to have interpreted the attack by the Ea sword as a series of gas explosions.

The government's explanation was that the underground natural gas exploded for unknown reasons, triggering a series of explosions. Without a doubt, the magic world and the church were involved. It's likely that many magicians will come to Fuyuki City to modify their memories. After all, when the Ea sword was used, it cleaved Fuyuki City in two, which was visible to everyone. For the sake of the secrecy of magic, the magic world will definitely send someone to handle it.

However, that was beyond Bai Jie's consideration; he was more focused on Emiya the Great Hero at the moment.

The night in Fuyuki City was rather cool, perhaps because it was near the ocean. The night breeze felt damp on my face. As I walked with Emiya on the Miyuki River Bridge, Bai Jie suddenly said, "Your body will break down."

"...So we were found out after all."

"If I can't even see through your condition, I might as well gouge my eyes out." Bai Jie sighed. "Although I don't know whose Heroic Spirit Card you're using, your body has already started to be eroded by the Heroic Spirits due to prolonged use of the card. Your magic circuits are also in a terrible state. If you continue fighting, you'll die sooner or later."

“I understand this situation; I know my own body very well.”

Emiya was acutely aware of how dire his situation was. Even if he did nothing, he probably wouldn't have many years left to live, and his only future was self-destruction.

But even so—

"Before my life is completely consumed, I hope Miyu can live in a peaceful world, without the Holy Grail War, without magic, a truly peaceful world, and be an ordinary girl—that's my wish, it's just a brother's whim, you probably don't understand."

No, I understand.

Bai Jie stopped and leaned against the bridge railing.

"I also have a younger sister, Kiana, who was just now, although she is now my wife."

"I don't want my sister to be in danger—I guess every brother feels this way. As a brother, I have an obligation to protect my sister, that's for sure. If I could, I wouldn't let Kiana be in danger either."

“Bai Jie..…”

"We've gone off-topic. Let's go. We need to find that Eindworth guy, don't we?"

"Yes, that makes sense."

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Emiya and Bai Jie didn't have any clues about Einzworth, but that didn't mean they couldn't find him. Since they came to this world through displacement magic, they just needed to search for any unnatural places in Fuyuki City.

Through Bai Jie's diligent search, he discovered the large cave hidden within Mount Enzo. Based on the traces left by Julian and the others there, he used magic to recreate their footprints. Bai Jie then led the giant swordsman Emiya all the way there, finally stopping in front of a house.

【一义】—That's what it says on the doorplate.

"Ichigi is the surname Julian used when he was in disguise; his previous alias was Ichigi Juri-an."

“Julian…they sound the same.”

"It seems this is Julian's residence. It's amazing that he was able to find a place to stay so quickly."

“People who know magic have countless ways to find a foothold in the world of magic. So I knocked on the door.”

As Bai Jie spoke, he reached out and pressed the doorbell. Shortly after the doorbell rang, a person came out of the house.

"Excuse me, who is this—uh, it's you, fake."

"Likewise, The Counterfeiters. How are you doing, Beatrice?"

Beatrice appeared at the door. Seeing the great hero Emiya seemed to displease her, and her face looked rather unpleasant: "It's amazing that you were able to find your way here. I thought it would be up to Lord Julian and me to find you."

“I borrowed some of the people here.” Emiya pointed at Bai Jie. “Speaking of which, Beatrice, is Julian here? I want to see him; I have something to say to him.”

"...Okay, come in."

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Following Beatrice into the house, Julian and Angelica were sitting at a dining table, presumably having dinner.

Julian... what's with your outfit?

However, the great hero Emiya was stunned the moment he walked in. In his eyes, Julian, who always looked down on people, was wearing a pink apron and looked like a housewife!

Upon seeing the mighty Shirou Emiya, Julian was taken aback: "Shirou Emiya, you actually came looking for me... Hey! Stop laughing! What's so funny!"

"Pfft...sorry...it's just the first time I've seen you wearing an apron...haha..."

"Hey! Don't push your luck!"

Seeing Julian about to explode, the great hero Emiya quickly stopped him: "Julian, I've found a way to return to our original world and defeat that monster!"

"What did you say?!" Julian, who was about to explode, instantly calmed down. "You know, Emiya, I don't like it when people lie. Is what you said true? That monster that destroyed our world, you've found a way to defeat it?"

“I wouldn’t joke about something like this, Julian. In fact, I’ve already found reinforcements, it’s him—wait, Mr. Bai Jie, what are you looking at…”

Just as Emiya was about to introduce Whitey to Julian, he noticed that Whitey was staring at the other side. Following his gaze, Emiya was also stunned.

Julian and Angelica weren't the only ones at the dining table; the third person had been hidden from view by the sofa due to the angle.

It was a blond little boy.

Looking at the man, Bai Jie sighed softly, "I didn't expect you to still be alive, Gilgamesh."

Section 493, Chapter 47: Steam Discount, Sekiro (Get)

Gilgamesh, a Servant who should have left this world several days ago, is now standing perfectly fine before Whitebeard's eyes.

Upon hearing Bai Jie's appearance, Gilgamesh, sitting there, raised his hands with a wry smile: "Please spare me now, big brother. Although I am indeed Gilgamesh, I am a different individual from the one you defeated."

"Different individuals?"