Long Live Money in Anime Crossover

"There...there can't be an egg that easily!"

Aya Shameimaru's screams were ignored by the women with kind smiles. They had a legitimate reason to help Aya Shameimaru undress, since in addition to helping him examine himself, they also had to help him put on his fine clothes!

There's no way one person could fit into such formal attire all by themselves.

Fortunately, the women still had some sense of propriety; they genuinely wanted to help Aya Shameimaru check her physical condition. Conceiving a child is a very serious matter for yokai, involving the fusion of their essence and the transfer of power. Aya Shameimaru certainly wouldn't easily have an egg with Momo; in reality, the possibility of a single successful fertilization was merely wishful thinking on her part.

The truth is, if Wenwen wants to conceive an egg with Momo, she needs to make careful preparations in terms of time, life force, and so on, and she has to fight against the odds of the polar regions. It will take a long time before she can succeed.

This is a common trait among the Tengu clan, and indeed among all yokai capable of giving birth to the next generation. For a yokai, conceiving is an incredibly difficult process, especially for the more powerful it is. It is precisely because of this characteristic that Tengu who give birth are respected, and that the old woman holds such a transcendent position.

Having learned all this, Aya Shameimaru became somewhat anxious and uncertain. Knowing the process, she now felt that if she had actually succeeded in getting her and Momo's eggs with a single shot yesterday, it would have been a happy thing.

However, Aya Shameimaru's anxiety didn't last long, because she no longer had time to think about it. After getting dressed, Aya was instructed in tedious etiquette, and soon it was noon.

Next, with the old woman's blessing, Aya Shameimaru personally put on the mask, knelt in the small palanquin, and was carried by two equally dressed white tengu wolves. Amidst the surprised exclamations of countless yokai, they left the small castle and came into everyone's sight.

213 They share a common identity

The vast forest surrounding the Lost Home had been cleared by the Tengu clan, or rather, the forest had been crudely and simply razed to the ground. The harvested timber was used to build various temporary camps needed for the celebration, and in just one night, they were already taking shape.

However, precisely because of this, the venue is absolutely not going to be described as exquisite. When guests arrive, they will sit on chairs made of wooden stumps, use tables made of wooden stumps, and even the central plaza will be made of wooden planks.

Fortunately, most yokai are not creatures who appreciate a refined lifestyle. They are content with living a simple life, and a yokai who owns a thatched hut, treehouse, or wooden cabin is already considered quite cultured among yokai. Therefore, few yokai would truly care about their current rudimentary conditions.

Moreover, compared to trivial matters like the venue, the sheer number of people present today was overwhelming. Even more unbelievable was the presence of some individuals who were never supposed to be here, leaving one wondering what was going on.

Let's start with the Ghost Clan.

The relationship between the Oni and Tengu clans is far from friendly. Among the entire Tengu clan, only a handful, like Aya Shameimaru, can truly speak with the Oni, especially the two Oni kings, Suika Ibuki and Yuugi Hoshino. The vast majority of Tengu remember their past as enslaved by the Oni and the war they waged to overthrow them.

Therefore, it was one thing for the Oni clan and the Tengu clan to not fight after meeting, but today the Tengu clan even invited Oni clan members Ibuki Suika and Hoshino Yuugi. Moreover, these two Oni clan leaders were very respectful and came to the scene, and instead of showing any excessive emotions, they chatted and laughed with a few acquaintances, having a great time.

In addition, what is even more astonishing is that some people who had disappeared or were rumored to be dead have actually reappeared in a seemingly legitimate manner.

For example, Marisa Kirisame, Kaguya Houraisan, Mokou Fujiwara, and Sakuya Izayoi all appeared here, chatting together as if they were very familiar with each other. Their appearance was already big news, but the fact that they seemed so close, especially Kaguya Houraisan and Mokou Fujiwara, a pair known for their constant bickering, were actually holding hands and chatting, left many people staring at them as if they'd seen a ghost.

That's not all. Centered around these few people, even more celebrities gathered together, forming what looked like a small group.

For example, Sakuya Izayoi is backed by the Scarlet Devil Mansion, and the rumored heavily injured vampires Remilia Scarlet and Patchouli Knowledge have both appeared here openly. Looking at their rosy complexions and relaxed demeanor, they hardly seem to be injured at all.

Similarly, behind Fujiwara no Mokou were several well-known figures from the village of humans, such as the teacher Kamishirasawa Keine and the historian Hieda no Akyuu, as well as the rest being familiar faces from the village. Beside Kirisame Marisa was Alice Margot Lloyd, who followed closely behind her, her eyes never leaving her.

If it were simply this group of people gathering together, it wouldn't be so unusual, since they all have some connections, and such a grand gathering wouldn't be anything special. However, to a discerning eye, it wasn't just this group that was gathered together; even the two Heavenly Kings of the Oni Clan, the Komeiji sisters, and Cirno, the fairy of the Misty Lake, had gradually blended into the group, leaving everyone who witnessed it utterly astonished.

When did these people become so close to each other?

Cirno, a fairy, is brazenly wandering around among this group. Won't her idiotic aura cause trouble and anger someone? The Komeiji sisters are never popular, so why are they able to chat and laugh happily with others with smiles on their faces?

But all of the above isn't the most shocking development. The most incomprehensible development is that the Tengu clan actually invited the Hakurei Shrine Maiden, Reimu Hakurei, whom everyone fears and despises. Furthermore, Reimu Hakurei was invited into their group. Judging from their demeanor, although some were uncomfortable being with Reimu Hakurei, it was clear that everyone had accepted her presence.

That's the Hakurei Shrine Maiden!

During that great battle, she displayed a terrifying demeanor and a frenzied killing intent that instilled fear in everyone. Many suspected that if the Youkai Sage hadn't stopped Reimu Hakurei, she might have indiscriminately slaughtered even the Youkai of Gensokyo. Why would such a terrifying individual be invited, and why would that group accept her?

The Scarlet Devil Mansion, the Oni Clan, the Human Village, the Forest of Magic, the Lake of Mist, Eientei, and now we have to add the Hakurei Shrine. You wouldn't believe it until you count them all; it's astonishing how all the prominent figures of Gensokyo have somehow gathered together for some reason.

Is this a coincidence, or is there some earth-shattering secret behind it?

Before the banquet and assessment even began, all the monsters were clearly drawn to this group. This group was naturally aware of this as well, but they obviously didn't care about the outside attention and discussions, and had already formed their own faction.

"This is great! It's so lively! I'm so envious! Youmu, Youmu, why don't we go over too?"

Like everyone else, Saigyouji Yuyuko watched the lively group of people. Having a vague understanding of the truth, she was probably the most conflicted person present. Although she said she was going to join their conversation, her heart remained filled with hesitation and uncertainty.

What Momo told her yesterday was far beyond Saigyouji Yuyuko's comprehension. Yet, everything Momo said could be matched with reality. This forced Saigyouji Yuyuko to believe Momo's words, but once she believed them, she immediately didn't know how to face Yakumo Yukari.

If everything Momo said is true, then how exactly did Gensokyo become like this?

Who should be blamed?

Who should be held responsible?

How can we solve these difficulties?

Who will Gensokyo rely on next?

A barrage of questions gnawed at Saigyouji Yuyuko's non-existent brain cells, driving her hunger to a hundred percent. Thus, the morning Youmu, who had returned to Hakugyokurou, truly experienced a nightmare. Judging from her current exhausted state, slumped over the table, she was completely worn out trying to satisfy Saigyouji Yuyuko's appetite for breakfast.

"Please...please don't be so willful, Lady Yuyuko!"

Youmu Konpaku struggled to her feet and said, "We talked with Momo all night yesterday. Although we fulfilled Lady Yakumo Yukari's request, the way we did it already seemed like we were betraying the enemy. Now that group of people is surrounding Momo. If Lady Yuyuko goes to join in the fun first, what will Lady Yakumo Yukari think?"

"Lady Yakumo Yukari should be here, Lady Yuyuko, please have some self-respect!"

Youmu Konpaku earnestly tried to persuade Yuyuko Saigyouji. Yesterday, due to the highly confidential nature of the matter, Youmu had naturally fainted several times during the proceedings. By the time Youmu awoke, the most crucial exchange between Momo and Yuyuko Saigyouji had already ended. Therefore, Youmu was unaware of the pressure Yuyuko was under.

"She's definitely here. Such a big event today must be her idea. I believe she'll show up soon. If I could, I'd really like to say a few words to her right now. I want to ask her what she's thinking."

The perceptive Saigyouji Yuyuko sensed something was amiss with the situation, but with Yakumo Yukari refusing to show herself, even she was helpless. Hidden in the gaps, Yakumo Yukari was not someone anyone could easily expose. Until Yakumo Yukari was willing to reveal herself, Saigyouji Yuyuko could only wait idly for her to emerge.

"Ugh, I'm so bored, Youmu, I'm not going over there. Go find me something to eat!"

"Lord Yuyuko, please spare me! It's almost noon, and the Tengu clan will definitely provide lunch. At least you can go and make things difficult for the Tengu clan today, please allow me to rest for a bit!"

"No, I'm hungry! Youmu, hurry up and feed me, or I'll starve to death!"

"Please don't be willful, you've been dead for hundreds of years."

Youmu has evil intentions!

Seeing that Youmu Konpaku refused to move an inch, Yuyuko Saigyouji could only lie listlessly on the table, pretending to be a corpse, just like Youmu. However, Yuyuko's eyes were still fixed on the direction of Momo and his group, as if trying to figure out what they were talking about.

What are they talking about?

There are so many things to talk about, it's overwhelming!

In just one night, the identities, perceptions, and even physical conditions and life forms of many people in this group underwent tremendous changes. Those who were not close to each other before, or even enemies, had their relationships greatly altered because of Mo Mo, the core figure.

Regardless of their past identities and relationships, they will now need to get to know each other with entirely new identities and relationships, and work together to face any potential difficulties. Therefore, this is a crucial time for them to share their opinions and become familiar with each other in real life.

Of course, there are also those like Cirno who are just fooling around and playing around, but this doesn't affect the overall situation. On the contrary, because of Cirno and the others, some of the small awkwardness between the group is resolved with their laughter.

As for the shared identity of this group of people, it's actually quite simple...

They all played a virtual game with Momo a million times faster last night.

Everyone there is a Player who is very familiar with Momo!

214 This is all Yukari Yakumo's fault!

How many players does Momo have on his side?

First and foremost, of course, is Rin Tohsaka, the Hakurei Shrine Maiden of Gensokyo.

After being taught wholeheartedly by one Momo and then by several others, Rin Tohsaka finally accepted her identity as Rin Tohsaka, abandoned the order of Reimu Hakurei, and wholeheartedly decided to follow Momo, even giving up Gensokyo and Yukari Yakumo.

She was nothing more than a substitute, never having felt a shred of warmth from anyone in Gensokyo. She had long endured that cold, lonely life, almost suffocating her. Now, with Momo, she finally had a chance to breathe, a warmth that allowed her to live and even find happiness. She no longer had any attachment to the name Hakurei Reimu.

Therefore, Rin Tohsaka is naturally already a Heroic Spirit. However, like everyone around Mo Mo, she has never returned to the Hall of Heroes and has not yet undergone Heroic Spirit transformation. The information she knows is also selectively obtained under Mo Mo's control.

Even so, Rin Tohsaka's mind was still in great turmoil. The names Rin Tohsaka and Reimu Hakurei were intertwined in her consciousness, almost causing her to suffer a split personality. Fortunately, Momo had already helped Rin Tohsaka accept the name Rin Tohsaka and abandon the name Reimu Hakurei, and spent a long time comforting Rin Tohsaka in the virtual world, which gradually helped Rin Tohsaka regain her composure.

Secondly, there's Alice, who jumped into the fire without hesitation following Kirisame Marisa... cough, I mean, joined the ranks of Heroic Spirits. Alice initially thought Kirisame Marisa was dead, and upon seeing her, she was almost driven mad with joy. After learning that Kirisame Marisa wasn't actually alive, but had been resurrected by Momo and was now following him, she also volunteered to follow Momo.

Alice's initial attitude towards Momo was naturally not friendly. After all, Marisa Kirisame wasn't resurrected and no longer shared those beautiful memories with Alice, so she would definitely trust Momo more. This situation instantly made Momo Alice's number one enemy, and Momo even sensed naked killing intent in Alice's eyes.

Fortunately, after playing a game, everyone gradually resolved their misunderstandings, especially during a game where they became Autobots defending against an alien invasion. Momo finally forged a deep, revolutionary friendship with Alice. Therefore, although Alice still harbored feelings for Marisa Kirisame, she at least added Momo to her list of trusted and platonic friends.

Next came the two Ghost Kings. After confirming that Momo could provide a paradise for the remaining Ghosts, they voluntarily joined his camp. Partly, they were genuinely interested in Momo's power; partly, they wanted to elevate their status and position within his inner circle by serving him, thus ensuring the Ghosts' perpetual existence.

However, it's clear that the two Oni Kings' thoughts were completely unfounded. Even if they did nothing after joining Momo's side, the characteristics of the legally cute Ibuki Suika and the bold and unrestrained Hoshino Yuugi were enough for Momo to truly devote himself to. As for providing a living space for the remaining two or three Oni, that was merely a tiny fraction of Momo's calculation, given that he controlled the entire afterlife.

Next up is the Scarlet Devil Mansion.

Black mud is indeed an extremely dangerous thing; it represents all the evil in this world. Or, to put it simply, in the Fate world, black mud is a highly concentrated form of magic power that gathers negative human thoughts and mental energy, even negative magic power originating from the very source.

While the vast collection of negative consciousness is not enough to form an existence similar to Alaya, it is enough to corrupt and drive almost all intelligent beings to madness. Furthermore, due to its extreme polluting and assimilative properties, the magic of negative attributes is enough to destroy the vast majority of things and assimilate or even alienate the vast majority of living beings.

After personally interacting with the black mud, Momo sensed that this mutated black mud from the Type-Moon world was far more terrifying than Momo had previously understood. This was because the negative spiritual energy contained within the black mud was clearly no longer on a world-level scale, and the energy it contained was no longer simply magical power.

This demonstrates that the already terrifying black mud, under Kim Pikachu's manipulation, has devoured countless people from numerous worlds and assimilated the power of countless worlds. This gives the black mud an even more insane ability to infect, and an unstoppable power that causes one's energy to go berserk almost immediately upon contact.

Fortunately, Momo still managed to defeat the black mud, or at least the scattered black mud that had contaminated Remilia.

The most crucial reason why Momo was able to win was the concept of quantity.

Remilia was indeed corrupted by the black mud, but the amount of it that contaminated her was limited. Even the severely injured Patchouli could barely seal it away, let alone Momo, who possessed the entire afterlife. In terms of quantity, even if Momo used ten or a hundred times more quantum light to counteract the magic within the black mud, he would still face no problem.

Secondly, the most significant characteristic of quantum light is its ability to carry the power of the spirit to influence matter. Quantum light itself is a product of spiritual power, and can be considered equivalent to a form of spiritual power. While the black mud, imbued with countless negative forces of despair and madness, is powerful, it is naturally powerless against Momo, who can transform the power of the entire afterlife into spiritual power.

So, after countless attempts, Momo finally found a way to slowly eliminate the black mud from Remilia's body. Once Momo removed the spiritual and magical pollution from the black mud, it naturally lost its terrifying power and ceased to cause Remilia any lasting harm. After Momo contributed a significant amount of artificial type B blood, Remilia, who had been dormant for a long time, finally awoke.

Momo, who saved Remilia, almost instantly maxed out Patchouli and Flandre's favorability, and even Hong Meiling and Little Devil's favorability was raised to at least 90 points. After Remilia awoke and regained consciousness, and learned about the Scarlet Devil Mansion's past, she didn't hesitate much and chose to pledge her allegiance to Momo.

Remilia's affection for Momo wasn't as high as the others, and her loyalty to Momo was primarily driven by the desire to ensure the continued safety of everyone in the Scarlet Devil Mansion. In Remilia's view, they were destined to be unable to trust Yakumo Yukari, and faced with the terrifying presence of King Pikachu, Remilia could think of almost no other way to protect her sister and everyone else except by pledging allegiance to Momo and receiving his protection.

As a result, everyone in the Scarlet Devil Mansion chose to join Momo as a Heroic Spirit. They did not return to the Hall of Heroes for Heroic Spirit transformation. Instead, they played games with Momo in their spare time, became Momo's players, and had Momo max out everyone's favorability.

There's no way around it, games are just so fun! Everyone at the Scarlet Devil Mansion is completely engrossed!

Besides the girls mentioned above, there are also the Komeiji sisters and Cirno, the strongest heroine in Gensokyo, who were already Servants. No further explanation is needed for them. Since they were already Servants, they naturally wouldn't accept Momo's invitation to play games. Playing games late at night—isn't that a fun thing to do?

The only ones who surprised Momo were the two girls from the Human Village, Kamishirasawa Keine and Hieda Akyuu. Momo hadn't originally intended to invite them, but during their conversation, she discovered a very significant secret about them. Especially Kamishirasawa Keine; from her, Momo realized a method used by Yakumo Yukari.

Mo Mo was still pondering the bits and pieces of information he had gleaned from Kamishirasawa Keine and Hieda Akyuu when he suddenly felt the surroundings fall silent. He looked up and was astonished to find that, for some reason, all the girls were staring at him.

Being watched by the girls was actually quite nice, giving Mo Mo a small sense of pride. However, when all the girls looked at Mo Mo with amusement and even a hint of scrutiny, and when they were exchanging glances, seemingly scheming against him, all Mo Mo felt was a chilling, hellish feeling.

What's the matter?

Were they just discussing how to scheme against Momo?

Mo Mo was somewhat incredulous. This hadn't happened when they were all happily playing games together that night. Reality was definitely a far cry from the game; they got along well in the game, but in real life, it felt like they'd all conspired to stab her in the back so soon after meeting.

"So, Momo, what are you planning to do?"

At this moment, Momo lowered his head slightly and realized that the petite Cirno was sitting in front of him. Cirno crossed her arms, looking furious, and said, "We're all your Heroic Spirits now, and we've all played... played those kinds of games with you, right? Why are you marrying Aya Shameimaru first today? Aya Shameimaru is a bad girl; she's bullied me so many times. Momo, aren't you going to give us an explanation?"

Momo blinked, not answering Cirno, but instead her eyes darted around, scanning the girls. The girls all looked away, their faces flushed with varying shades of red, though they were all curious about Momo's answer, none of them daring to meet her gaze.

Except for… Kaguya Houraisan, who was lying on Fujiwara no Mokou's lap, grinning as she looked at Momo.

Judging from the words she uttered, she was clearly using words like "father," "battleground," and "pleasure."