You are very strong, but my painting style is better than yours!

After parting with Iori, Ritsuka found Red Saber the next day under the guidance of Jeanne. The two sides had a small conflict for unknown reasons, but miraculously reconciled after a fight.

This group of people continued to conquer monsters in the wilderness and the city, and during this period they met Achilles, Chiron, Artoria, Karna... The frequency of encounters with servants made people suspect that these great heroes had agreed to line up.

And almost every Servant would fight with the people from Chaldea, and they would stop after testing each other's skills. The relationship quickly became harmonious. If they were not all bound by the Command Seals, they might have turned to sign a contract with Ritsuka.

The unusual movements of the servants aroused the vigilance of Medea and Amakusa. They also secretly contacted the people of Chaldea, and then, as if they had figured something out or were stimulated, they began to speed up their actions and were about to start a decisive battle!

From the appearance of Chaldea to the eve of the war, it only took three or four days, not counting the time wasted on hunting monsters...

Gudako, she is so fast!

Chapter 145: The World Betrayed Us (4K)

"It's finally done. This is my nostalgic palace - [Hanging Gardens of Babylon]!"

Behind the Red Assassin Semiramis is a magnificent and beautiful palace complex. In the eight directions around it are giant statues of divine fish, majestic and full of courage. The empress showed a charming smile under the glow of the setting sun.

"How's it going, Master?"

"Sparasi!" Amakusa praised, and then asked, "Has it reached the highest level?"

"Of course." The Assyrian Queen said proudly, "Although my garden can be infinitely improved in theory, it is after all in the real world and not the Age of Gods. There is no endless ether to use... Even so, it can still be classified as an anti-world treasure. In this way, the black servant will be scared!"

She is indeed qualified to say so, because [Vanity's Sky Garden] is a special treasure that takes the concept of "position" to the extreme. It can be said to be a combination of mobile territory and armed fortress.

Not to mention its powerful firepower and scale, its "mysterious" antiquity alone must have been thousands of years old, making it truly invincible.

Semiramis is actually not as good as Circe and Medea in terms of magic skills (the two Greek witches are priests and disciples of [Black Moon Hecate], and Hecate is also the goddess of magic and mystery, the kind that even Zeus has to give her face).

But after completing the "Garden", she will get an ability bonus that is not inferior to Vlad III. As long as she stays in the garden, she can completely control the concept of "poison" and achieve omnipotence in a single field.

In addition to this, she can even use her Noble Phantasm to perform magic in the realm of magic!

Putting aside her own improvements, the [Sky Garden] itself is also an extremely powerful war fortress, with incredible strength in both attack and defense.

Although both are "positions", Vlad III's [Spiked Fortress] cannot be compared with it - it is actually an anti-military weapon that summons the Piercing Punishment, but it can be solidified on its own territory to form a "position".

Asterios's [Eternal Labyrinth] is also much inferior.

According to common sense, if an EX-level anti-world treasure like the Garden is summoned during the Holy Grail War, it can be declared that the game is over!

This is why Amakusa must complete the Hanging Gardens. Not only will this allow him to win the war, but he will also be able to travel around the world with the Holy Grail, helping him fulfill his wish of "saving all mankind."

Unfortunately, Amakusa's connection with the Holy Grail is rather shallow...it won't be that simple this time.

Although Medea and Circe do not have this type of battlefield Noble Phantasm on their data panels, they are different from "half-baked" people like Semiramis. They are true [casters] and can create their own temples without the concept of Noble Phantasm.

This is a basic skill for the priests of the Greek Age of Gods.

The two witches hold the Greater Holy Grail, a super magic core, and have good carriers such as the labyrinth and the Thousand Worlds Castle. The magic workshop they run has long been promoted to a "Great Temple", a type that is extremely rare even in the Age of Gods, and they are completely fearless of Semiramis's anti-world treasure.

Of course, now that things have come to this, if there is no garden, Amakusa's chance of winning will only be lower... He has a tough character and will naturally not be shaken by some setbacks.

He won't give up on himself, he will just give it a try!

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"Hey, hey, hey, what is this?!"

Looking at the distant scene projected by Medea, even the heroes in the epic were speechless.

It was an exaggerated city floating in the sky that violated the laws of physics and made people doubt what was real. It was like a city in the sky that only appeared in fantasy works.

"It actually flew right over here..."

"This is the Noble Phantasm of the Red Master's direct Servant: Assassin Semiramis."

While everyone was shocked, Circe began to explain as if she had expected it: "It's called the [Hanging Garden of Vanity]. Although it's called a 'garden', it actually has all the elements to start a war. It can be said to be a mobile armed fortress."

"That's right," Vlad III was impressed by this thing, "We must protect the Holy Grail. If it is taken away, it will be extremely difficult to get it back."

"How could it be taken away?"

Circe looked at Vlad III speechlessly. She didn't know why Black Lancer said that, but she said confidently, "Who do you think I am? Since you know Semiramis's treasure, you must have been prepared!"

“The spirit-proof barrier built based on the spirit vein, the Spike Fortress that turns terror into reality, and the Great Labyrinth equipped with the strongest guards—even the legendary Sky Garden cannot break through the triple defense I have carefully arranged!”

Medea said proudly: "With sufficient resources to support me, I can do anything!"

This is indeed the case. Many servants, including Circe, agree with this. During this period of time, they have fully understood how exaggerated Medea's attainments in magic are.

If it could be quantified, then the combat power of a modern magician would be Satan, a normal-level caster would be Master Roshi, and Medea would go straight for Piccolo II - they are not in the same league at all!

At this time, a warning came from the familiars strolling in the vast wilderness. Although the sky garden was still some distance away, the enemy was already eager to visit.

"Everyone, get ready to welcome our guests."

Medea said calmly, "Although I suggest you stay in the castle and fight from your home turf...ah, have you left already?"

In the blink of an eye, there were no heroes left in the hall except for the androids and magicians who served as servants.

Just as Medea thought, when the enemy came to provoke, the warrior could not accept to hide inside and rely on the magician's means to protect himself, and he must take the initiative to attack.

Chiron and Artoria both had a destined duel with their enemies (relatives and friends), and they acted the fastest and left the castle at the first opportunity.

Vlad III climbed to the highest point, looked up at the hanging garden in the distance, and looked forward to a fair siege battle with great excitement.

Although he is at a disadvantage in terms of the level of his Noble Phantasm, he has been fighting against enemies far more powerful than himself throughout his life. When resisting the invaders, the Grand Duke of Wallachia will once again demonstrate the power of the "Shield of Christ"!

"What an impatient person~"

Circe spread her hands helplessly, but Medea covered her mouth and smiled: "It's just as expected."

Unlike Circe, the island witch (homegirl), Medea participated in the Golden Fleece Expedition and sailed on the "Argo". She understands the heroes' thoughts better than ordinary casters.

This is also why, even though she possesses the Command Seals, she never thinks of being able to completely control these people, which makes her seem quite magnanimous.

(The reason why UBW disciplines Dai Mao Wang in that way is more or less due to personal preference, and he is quite tolerant of Red A.)

"It's much quieter now."

Circe turned and looked at the former Lord Kurokata, who were the members of the Thousand World Tree Family, who were waiting here respectfully.

"It's none of your business now. If you want to run, run. If you want to hide, hide."

The reason for keeping these people was just to avoid provoking Chiron and others. Now that the final battle is coming, they are no longer valuable as hostages... But Circe is not a murderer, and she has no intention of dealing with them. Instead, she abides by the agreement and sets them free.

Fiore and the others looked at each other, respectfully withdrew, and ran back to their rooms and workshops to prepare for the upcoming turmoil.

No one really planned to run away. Firstly, the Thousand World Tree was their foundation. If they left here, they would just be a group of declining magicians. Secondly, in the current situation, the outside world might not be as safe as the castle...

At least Fiore had been told by Chiron that as long as they didn't do anything unnecessary, the Red Team would not massacre the magicians to vent their anger even if they broke into the castle.

At the same time, the androids also took action. Their command had long been taken away by Medea, and the Witch of Betrayal made good use of these loyal servants. In her opinion, the androids were much more useful than the dragon tooth soldiers and puppets.

They are like worker ants, running this huge war fortress.

"Then we should go back to the maze."

Circe chuckled and said, "It's been a long time since I felt this way, sitting in a dangerous palace waiting for foolish challengers to come and die."

"…It's really unlucky."

Medea rolled her eyes at her aunt and said, "In mythology, characters like this will eventually be condemned. Be careful not to let this come true."

"What's there to be afraid of!"

Circe was fearless: "Asterios has completed the ritual of complete depravity. Ordinary servants are nothing to him. The 'dragon' can be summoned at any time. No one in this Holy Grail War can take the Greater Holy Grail away from its guard.

Besides, our maze is impregnable—they can’t get in!”

I always feel that my luck value is getting lower and lower... Medea frowned.

She herself was the type who would easily become careless when she was sure of victory, but Circe seemed even more frivolous than she was.

"You are too serious. Smile, Medea~"

The winged island witch smiled and said, "This is just a game for us, isn't it?"

"A game that involves the fate of the world?"

"When did you start to care about these things?" Circe walked around Medea, looking at her. She looked more childish despite her age, and her behavior seemed quirky.

"Do you really want to win?"

"..."

Medea chuckled and said, "Isn't that a matter of course?"

"That being said, I want to win, but I'm just having fun. It doesn't matter if I lose. But you, Medea... always give me a feeling of obsession."

Circe held the staff behind her back, and said thoughtfully with a cute expression: "Thinking carefully, although I took the initiative to find you, our relationship does not seem to be so good that you would agree without thinking."

"You are my dearest aunt. Isn't it natural for you to help your relatives?"

"Help me? Like you would your brother?"

"..."

The air in the hall froze. The Eagle-winged Witch clearly felt the change in atmosphere. Instead of stopping talking, the corners of her mouth curled up.

"Oh, sorry, did I mention your sad story?"

"No."

The Witch of Betrayal said coldly: "I don't care!"

"You are so strong, my lovely niece Medea~"

Circe turned around and paced lightly, but started talking about something else that was completely unrelated.

"Your little master, his name is Roche? It seems that he has been protected by you in the labyrinth all the time. With your style, it is incredible that you would take such good care of the former master."

"..."

"But it's no wonder. After all, he looks... a lot like her, right?"

Circe had come around to Medea at some point, and leaned on tiptoe to whisper in her ear: "With Absyrtus."

hum!

The deep purple light turned into particles and dissipated. Circe spread her wings and leaped back into the air, looking down at Medea with amusement.

The Witch of Betrayal now revealed her true face that had been hidden all along. Her pointed elf ears showed the noble bloodline inherited in her body, and her beautiful eyes like glass were filled with murderous intent.

"That's right, this is the Medea that is feared by the world."

Circe chuckled, not looking afraid at all: "Does that child remind you of your brother who was dismembered by you? Or your two children?

If I tell others, it will be very surprising, that the witch of betrayal would actually——"

hum!hum!hum!

The huge amount of magic power was compressed into dazzling balls of light, each of which was comparable to an A-level magic trick. They were completed instantly by Medea and could be released at any time.

But she didn't do anything. Instead, she said coldly: "Aunt, our cooperation has always been very pleasant. It has nothing to do with you anyway. Why do you ask so many questions?"

"I'm just curious about your real purpose."

Circe landed on the ground, folded her wings, and said with a grin, "Now I understand more or less - do you regret it?"

"..."

“Indeed, for the deceased who has already lived his life, the idea of ​​‘regret’ is too embarrassing, as it is tantamount to denying the past.

Of course, for some people, their life is not such a pleasant experience... Some regrets and remorse must be redeemed even if it means denying oneself."

The Eagle-winged Witch stopped smiling when she said this, and her fingertips unconsciously played with the short hair beside her ears.

"If you want to truly change the past, the power of a wish alone is not enough. That means changing history or even creating a new world line... I understand why you are so active in transforming the Holy Grail.

For magicians like you and me, as long as we have enough magic power, nothing is impossible!"

"…Do you want to stop me?"

"Stop? Are you kidding me? Why would I do that?"

Circe smiled, waved her staff, turned and left the hall.

"Now I have no doubts. Anyway, I am free, so let me help you~

Whether it was out of guilt towards his brother, or missing his two sons, or simply wanting to return to his hometown, back to before everything happened...

There is nothing to hide. If one has the ability to change the tragedy but lets it continue to exist, that is truly against human nature!

You did a great job. Give this world that betrayed us a little surprise, my lovely niece~"

Chapter 146: Just a Page in the Story (Additional Update, 4K)