In Type-Moon, it all starts with adopting Sakura.

"That is...?"

"Sakura's older sister, Rin Tohsaka, is the genius I mentioned who possesses all five elemental attributes at the same time."

Following Kenneth's gaze, Lowe also saw Rin Tohsaka standing in the crowd.

"He is also the genius you have been thinking about for some time now."

"Oh, I almost forgot about this. I've been dealing with too many messy things lately and haven't had time to think about this. I just remembered that Tokiomi Tohsaka has a genius daughter."

Upon hearing this, Kenneth suddenly realized what was going on, and then excitedly rubbed his hands together.

Seeing his excited expression, Luo Wei roughly understood what this guy was thinking.

Is this going to further strengthen the El-Melloi school?

He also remembered that Kenneth had been thinking about Rin Tohsaka, who was even more suitable for the Minerals Department than Sakura, during the Holy Grail War. However, many things happened later that led him to withdraw early and return to the Clock Tower, which put the matter aside.

Seeing this with my own eyes today, there's really nothing more to say; it's like lambs to the slaughter.

Although he couldn't adopt the child directly into the family like Luo Wei did, and it was impossible to forcibly take the child from so many families, he decided to lure the child into the Minerals Department first.

Under Loewy's watchful gaze, Kenneth's expression shifted instantly, as fluid and natural as a Sichuan opera face-changing act. He quickly composed himself, then solemnly instructed Loewy on some important matters. After straightening his clothes, he steadily descended the stairs, walking with an upright posture towards Tokiomi Tohsaka, who was socializing in the crowd. His steps were hurried, yet also carried a sense of certainty. However, as he left, perhaps to show off, or perhaps to leverage Sakura and Rin's sisterly relationship to gain favor with the young genius, Kenneth even had Shirou bring Sakura over, saying it was so she could see her sister again.

"Really..."

Lowe shook his head helplessly, feeling somewhat resigned to Kenneth's behavior.

Just as he was about to go down, a faint fragrance wafted over.

The sound that followed was pleasant and melodious.

"The timing of this banquet is truly perfect, allowing me to hear your insightful opinion... How about we actually give it a try? If we wipe them all out, taking control of the Clock Tower wouldn't be impossible, would it?"

Luo Wei looked in the direction of the sound and saw a woman imitating him, lazily leaning on the railing next to him.

Her long, orange hair, like the afterglow of a setting sun, cascaded freely, a few stray strands playfully falling around her fair neck, adding a touch of liveliness to her face. Her gown was a masterpiece by a top designer; the delicate satin clung to her curves, outlining her breathtaking figure. The dress was embroidered with intricate patterns, every stitch reflecting the craftsman's dedication, shimmering under the lights like stars in the night sky. It perfectly showcased the unique charm of a mature woman that Chengzi possessed.

At this moment, her eyes were like a clear spring, shimmering with light, as she looked at Luo Wei beside her with a half-smile.

"..."

Although Orange's outfit did look particularly stunning, her snow-white skin radiated a captivating glow under the light, and due to her bent-over posture, her already prominent snow-white cleavage became even more obvious.

However, Luo Wei quickly looked away, showing no lingering affection.

After all, I had already seen her lingerie on the train, so this formal dress naturally didn't interest me much.

"I'm really just throwing myself at a blind man."

Clearly, Luo Wei's performance displeased Aozaki Touko: "Hey, don't you have any particular thoughts about my outfit?"

"My thought is... some things are better left unsaid. Even if you want to say them aloud, do it quietly. If others overhear, this banquet will truly turn into a 'Feast at Hongmen' (a trap for those who betray others)."

"Haha, you're actually afraid of this? You were more arrogant than anyone else when facing the Ancestor of the Dead Apostles."

Orange smiled happily upon hearing Luo Wei's words, but when she saw the group of people below, a hint of surprise appeared on her beautiful face.

"But... there are an unbelievable number of people here. If I hadn't known some inside information beforehand, I would have really thought you were going to pull off a big heist here."

"Simply killing these guys would only cause the existing order to collapse, without making things better. Although the existing magical order in this world is already shockingly corrupt, it's still better than chaos. And..."

"The reason so many people came was largely due to the encouragement and support of Professor Kenneth and that group of nobles."

Upon hearing Luo Wei's reply, Aozaki Touko immediately understood its meaning.

He's right, only the aristocracy would do something like that.

Unlike himself, a Grand-ranked mage already renowned in the magical world, Lovi and his family remained relatively unknown. Initially, the only thing worth noting was the rumor that he was Kenneth's disciple and the heir to the El-Melloi school, but his actual achievements were ultimately insufficient. Moreover, the fame of defeating the Ancestor of the Dead Apostles was attributed to him thanks to Hansa's cover, which greatly overshadowed Lovi's brilliance with his own Grand-ranked mage title, preventing him from achieving a truly illustrious reputation. Therefore, it was imperative for Lovi to establish his own name.

This banquet presents an extremely opportune opportunity.

So even Luo Wei didn't expect that Kenneth would actually help him increase publicity, causing some foreign magical families to come here and join in the fun.

Furthermore, because of what he had done recently, and the fact that the aristocracy was promoting the title of the next "Grand" magician of the Clock Tower, although the other magicians largely believed it to be exaggerated, they still gave the aristocracy face and sent important people over.

Without a doubt... it's not just Kenneth alone; the entire aristocracy is now eagerly anticipating Rowe's performance. They all want to witness a second rising star, no less than Barthezello, emerge from the Clock Tower, leading them to crush the neutrals and democrats and lay the foundation for future glory. That's why they've done something so crazy.

This is a test of the support these car families have for Lovino.

"Oh? Those aristocrats really trust you. Aren't they afraid you'll mess things up? They even know your secrets?"

Aozaki Touko is naturally referring to the outrageous act of Lovina creating a god.

However, after thinking about it for a moment, she naturally realized that this was impossible.

If they really knew, then why hold a banquet?

The aristocracy will definitely try to seize Loewy's research results, and then, with the help of the angels, crush the other two factions in one fell swoop and completely occupy the Clock Tower.

After all, his and Rafe's miraculous ideas, which were comparable to those of a madman, were quite significant, and just one glance at them made his scalp tingle.

"Yeah... they're also curious to see just how far I can go, or maybe it doesn't really matter to those guys whether I'm pretty or not."

"Love replied."

"Yes, if you do a good job, both preserving the Magic Eye and gaining fame, the aristocracy will use your name to seek benefits as a reward for helping you build your reputation. Conversely, even if you really fail, the aristocracy can still buy back the Magic Eye they threw out, and being in a position of advantage, they will undoubtedly reap the biggest profits."

"In fact, the problem is not as simple as it seems. Even aristocracy—or rather, aristocracy with a long history—is not so rock-solid. Their thoughts and calculations are no less than those of other factions."

The matter wasn't complicated, and Aozaki Touko quickly figured it all out, inwardly thinking, 'What a clever scheme! These politicians are all corrupt.'

"Leaving aside the trio of nobles Barthez, El-Melloi, and Euryphus, Marisbury from the Celestial Department, Zoology, Curses, and Heritage Departments, and even that annoying old woman—almost all the Clock Tower Monarchs, who are rarely seen on ordinary days, are present. This is almost like a Grand Order decision. Anyone who didn't know better would think that they were going to decide here whether or not to develop the Albion Tomb."

"But more than that, I'm curious about how you managed to handle them without revealing your secrets?"

Aozaki Touko raised an eyebrow and looked curiously at Luo Wei beside her.

"...Don't worry, I have my own plans. Besides, it's getting late, and as the organizer, I should make my appearance."

Luo Wei had been chatting with Orange for so long that he lost track of time.

Logically, he should have gone down around the same time as Kenneth, so his appearance now is considered a bit late. However, seeing the group of guys below whispering and greedily discussing how to divide the spoils, he figured it wouldn't hurt to make these idiots wait a little longer.

Just as Luo Wei was about to leave, a delicate hand gently pulled his shoulder.

"what happened?"

Luo Wei turned around and saw Aozaki Touko raising an eyebrow at him slightly.

"Since it's a banquet and you're all alone, it must be a bit lonely, right? How about it? Do you need a female companion to go down with you? A Grand Magician should be enough to make you look good, right?"

"You've reminded me."

Upon hearing what Orange said, Luo Wei immediately understood.

"Do you understand? In that case, I'll reluctantly comply..."

Aozaki Touko extended her hand, gesturing for Luo Wei to take her arm. However, the next moment, after thanking Touko, Luo Wei's figure brushed past her.

"?"

This left Orange feeling somewhat bewildered for a moment.

When she looked back, she saw that Gray and Reines, who had already changed into their respective clothes, had come running out of the corridor together and were already beside Rowe.

Moreover, the brat with golden hair had already grabbed Luo Wei's hand and was giving him a provocative smile.

"..."

For a moment, the hand holding the orange hanging in mid-air seemed a little stiff.

"What's wrong?"

Luo Wei didn't forget to turn around and specifically ask her,

"It's nothing, I just can't help but want to punch you."

"?"

……

Finally, due to Aozaki Touko's strong insistence, what appeared in everyone's view was a strange combination of three different figures.

Grey, however, still couldn't overcome her fear and lacked the courage to appear in front of so many people, so she stayed upstairs to wait for Loew to return. Sakura, on the other hand, was taken by Kenneth to see Tokiomi Tohsaka, who was also trying to appeal to her emotions to see if he could attract her sister to the Minerals Department in the future.

So, apart from Reines, who was eager to appear with Loewy, the other two children were absent for various reasons. This secretly pleased Reines, as appearing with her brother alone would undoubtedly make a more memorable impression. However…

She hasn't realized how wicked people can be.

Originally, Lowe wanted to ask Orange to help take care of Grey.

However, the other party did not answer, nor did he let Rowe continue to hold his hand. Instead, he walked to Reines' side very consciously, and then, ignoring her resistance, grabbed her hand directly, forming a pincer movement with Rowe, giving the little brat Reines a profound lesson.

This turned what Reines had been looking forward to as her first appearance into a trio. Coupled with the age difference, it looked more like a scene of parents taking their disobedient daughter on a picnic.

This action instantly intensified her animosity towards Aozaki Touko. This was also the first time Reines had ever felt that someone could be so hateful.

The appearance of the three of them was somewhat puzzling to people.

But I didn't pay much attention, except that I didn't know who Reines was. The other two were people who had recently joined forces to defeat a Dead Apostle Ancestor.

After all, one of them is the next El-Melloi successor, and the other is an even more formidable Grand Puppeteer. Their names have already earned them a certain degree of recognition within the Clock Tower, the Association, and even the Church.

Especially Aozaki Touko...

This is a peerless ruthless person who has revived two special magic bases, fought against the Blue Mage, and remained unscathed even after being sealed. Not to mention, she just recently had her seal lifted and immediately defeated the ancestor of the Dead Apostles. Aozaki Touko is currently riding high, even surpassing Lovi in ​​popularity.

The fact that the two are now appearing as male and female companions clearly proves that they have a good relationship, and may even be lovers.

As for Reines, who seemed to be holding hands with both her parents at the same time?

They didn't seem to care at all whether she was someone's student or a child.

But if it's a child, how come it's grown so big? And why is it blonde?

This caused Reines, who had been happy and looking forward to the simultaneous appearance, to lose her smile.

Amidst the varied expressions on everyone's faces, Luo Wei took the initiative to climb onto the high platform below.

Having exacted her revenge, Aozaki Touko felt refreshed and, like a mother and daughter, took Reines's hand and led her to Kenneth's side. Then, without any hesitation, she sat down next to an old woman.

"Long time no see, teacher."

She greeted the elegant old woman beside her with great delight, her words seemingly containing not only joy but also some other special emotion.

"...I never imagined that I would ever be able to sit side by side with you, my foolish disciple."

"Honestly, me too. I never imagined that at over seventy years old, you old codger would still be so lively and energetic. You should have died long ago, right?"