Multiverse Adventure – My Journey Begins in Danmachi 96

Multiverse Adventure – My Journey Begins in Danmachi 96

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Edited by: Tiny Fan Fiction

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Chapter 96 Medea (Caster): I was wrong, truly wrong.

Berserker is the most mana-consuming class; it’s said that during the first 3 Holy Grail Wars, the Masters were drained of mana to death.

Now, Noah truly understands this.

Servants consume mana every moment since their appearance in this world; without the ability to spiritify, Noah’s mana expenditure is even greater.

But over this past year, he’s managed to accumulate a total mana reserve capable of draining several ordinary Magi, all through relentless eating.

Originally, Noah estimated that this mana should last him a few days of battle, but it was reduced by more than one percent after just a few exchanges with Artoria.

If it comes to a war of attrition, Noah doubts he could last even 4 or 5 minutes.

And this is just martial arts; the mana cost of a Noble Phantasm is even more exaggerated.

In order to withstand Gilgamesh’s barrage of Noble Phantasms, which were like a storm of cannonballs, Noah had to activate Blessing Magic to enhance his strength, and in just over 20 seconds, nearly a quarter of his mana was depleted.

He wonders if this is a characteristic of the Berserker class, or if his magic is just that mana-intensive.

Thinking about this, Noah can’t help but feel a bit envious of that show-off, Gilgamesh.

Not to mention, that style of combat where you can defeat enemies without even lifting a finger is really cool.

While it’s exhilarating to exchange blows with a powerful opponent, having to personally deal with the small fries is truly lacking in style.

But pondering over this now is meaningless; Noah can only think about quickly recovering his mana and preparing for the next battle.

In this battle at the coastal park, everyone held back, not truly unleashing their Noble Phantasms.

Once it comes down to a life-or-death duel, the battle won’t end so easily.

Mana, oh mana, where should I find more mana?

By the time he returned to the Matou residence, it was already deep into the night.

Matou Sakura and Asagami Fujino must have already gone to bed, but the problem is Matou Kariya is nowhere to be found either.

He had decided to challenge Tohsaka Tokiomi to a duel to prove his manliness, but Noah hasn’t seen him training magecraft with Medea (Caster); instead, he’s been busy with fitness and poring over law books.

Does he expect to arrest Tohsaka Tokiomi with the law?

Noah wracked his brain, after realizing he couldn’t fathom Matou Kariya’s motives, he could only choose to give up.

Originally wanting to head to the kitchen to grab something to eat, he happened to see Medea (Caster)’s figure while passing by the study.

A closed environment is conducive to Mana flow and circulation, so most Magecraft Workshops are located in basements.

For example, Matou Zouken’s lair and Magecraft Workshop are in the basement, of course, that’s now been commandeered by Medea (Caster).

Summoned in the middle of the night yesterday, she set up her base there all night.

Although they had a brief meeting this morning to discuss entrusting her with the two children in the house, Medea (Caster) retreated back to the basement to continue her work afterward.

It’s normal for Medea (Caster) to leave the Magus workshop, but Noah felt she seemed lost in thought sitting still on the Sofa.

“Medea (Caster)? What are you daydreaming about?”

Noah broke the silence of the study, causing Medea (Caster) on the Sofa to flinch, almost jumping up.

When she saw Noah standing at the entrance to the study, she let out a sigh of relief.

“Is there something wrong with daydreaming? Do I have to be busy all the time? Even a ruthless capitalist wouldn’t have their employees work 24 hours a day, right?”

Though she was still wearing her hood, only revealing her pale jawline and delicately thin lips that seemed to be coated with some kind of purplish lipstick, her expression was unreadable.

But Noah could tell from her tone that she seemed somewhat resentful, and even used a modern term like “capitalist.”

“Someone bully you? That’s why you’re so angry?”

Medea (Caster) didn’t answer directly, but remained silent for a long time before letting out a long sigh.

“The Holy Grail War, it is truly arduous.”

Although far away in Fuyuki City, Noah and Artoria were already clashing when Medea (Caster) felt the Mana fluctuations, so she used Magecraft to watch the battle remotely.

She didn’t look at it, but when she did, she was shocked.

King Arthur, even in modern society, was a legendary historical figure.

Even though she was from the late era of the gods, Medea (Caster) didn’t think she could defeat the figure wielding the Star-Creating Sword, the Red Dragon of Britain.

Not

Then there’s Gilgamesh, a real tough cookie.

Two-thirds of a god, one-third of a human, able to trade blows with the gods themselves, the oldest king who ultimately sparked the end of the divine era.

Then there’s the Conqueror King, Iskandar (Rider), the most famous king in human history after the Age of Gods faded.

I don’t know what Noble Phantasm he has, but a Heroic Spirit of this caliber, even after death, would be top-tier.

I don’t know who Assassin and Lance are, but it doesn’t really matter anymore.

Because with just those 3 Servants, Medea (Caster) would already be desperate.

Oh, and that Otherworld Savior by my side, he’s a real berserker in combat, with low Attributes yet managing to beat 2 kings back-to-back.

Four top-tier powerhouses at my beck and call, can I ask for more luck?

Hahahaha…sniffle, why me?

I’m just a demigod Magus from the Age of Gods, with just a little more Magecraft skill, why am I stuck in this Holy Grail War with these Monsters?

I shouldn’t have gone to the sea out of curiosity.

If not for my curiosity, I wouldn’t have met that Bastard.

If not for that Bastard, I wouldn’t…I wouldn’t be in this heartbreaking situation.

In short, Medea (Caster) has completely given up on getting the Holy Grail.

If Noah wasn’t planning to ally with her, she would have run away from the Matou Family immediately and hide in a corner of Fuyuki City, hoping to find a way to stay in the world within 7 days.

Medea (Caster) is beyond despair right now.

The dark Mana emanating from her body is causing the surrounding furniture to rot.

What a poor child…

This sight made Noah shake his head and turn to the kitchen, taking out several large boxes of sweets from the fridge.

Returning to the study, Noah placed the sweets on the table and sat beside Medea (Caster) without a care.

“Things have come to this, so forget about it and eat.”

When Noah sat down next to her, Medea (Caster) jolted awake from her despondency, almost jumping up like a deer startled by fireworks.

There are both the fear that suddenly arises from being approached by this Berserker after seeing Noah’s Battle of Marina Park, and the instinctive disgust caused by being approached by the opposite sex.

But upon seeing Noah silently and diligently digging into the dessert without so much as a glance her way, Medea (Caster)’s body stiffened right where she stood.

After pondering for a long while, Medea (Caster) felt that if she overreacted on her own, it would be quite embarrassing, so she had no choice but to sit back down and mind her own business.

Nevertheless, she couldn’t help but shift her hips towards the other end of the sofa, instinctively straightening her back before quietly letting out a sigh of relief.

“You’ve got a big heart, eating so happily after facing so many powerful Servants… Or are you just that confident you can defeat them?”

Watching Noah beside her, eating desserts with big bites, his face radiating a bit of happiness, Medea (Caster) couldn’t reconcile this image with the silver-armored warrior who had just humiliated Gilgamesh and fought 2 great kings.

Anyone who saw Noah now would only think he was a sunny and cheerful young man.

This made Medea (Caster)’s feelings quite complex.

As a Berserker, a handsome youth, and one who had ulterior motives towards her, Noah, with these 3 traits, should have been the person Medea (Caster) disliked the most.

Yet his straightforward attitude about his intentions, his excessive passion for battle, and the hint of happiness even when eating desserts made it hard for Medea (Caster) to feel any aversion towards him.

“Huh? It’s rare to have a good fight and then eat desserts to my heart’s content, 2 joys overlapping, why would I worry? Oh! Later I can even take a comfortable bath!”

Noah, biting his spoon with a few dots of cream at the corners of his mouth, looked very clear and innocent, leaving Medea (Caster) quite speechless.

She was certain Noah wasn’t clueless or unable to see his own disadvantages; he was simply easygoing.

But it was precisely because of this that Medea (Caster) was troubled… How could there be someone in this world with such a clear and open character?

Seeing Medea (Caster) still splitting hairs, Noah finally put down his spoon and licked the cream from the corner of his lips.

“Alas, you people always like to worry about this and that, complicating simple matters. The way the Holy Grail War will unfold next doesn’t depend on me, but on you.”

Suddenly finding the topic turned on her, Medea (Caster) couldn’t help but show a somewhat innocent expression, as if she was about to point at herself.

“Me?”

Though his face was covered by a large hood and Noah’s expression couldn’t be seen, he could imagine it.

“Yeah, you’ve seen it too, right? I’m not afraid of them in martial arts, but Mana deficiency is a big problem I can’t solve on my own. If you don’t help me, I’ll just have to take those 2 little girls and run.”

Noah didn’t have many acquaintances in this world, and even fewer he could trust and rely on; the only one he could think of was [Ryougi Shiki] from Mifune City.

Although Noah hadn’t seen her since that snowy night a year ago, he didn’t feel any sense of unfamiliarity or longing in his heart.

Just thinking of that figure, my heart is wrapped in a faint warmth.

He always feels that individual is always by his side, never leaving.

He knows what she’s thinking, and she undoubtedly knows his thoughts as well.

No need to meet, no need to talk, no need for eye contact, even not in the same time and space, their hearts silently lean on each other.

This thought emerged so naturally and suddenly that Noah himself didn’t have time to react before it was etched into his heart.

Noah isn’t one to waste energy on overthinking; if something doesn’t make sense, he won’t dwell on it.

He has plenty of time to worry in the years to come.

Anyway, if there’s trouble, seek [Ryougi Shiki]!

“So, I actually have nothing to worry about. If you’re willing to help, then we can fight. If you’re not, I’ll just run. No need to worry.”

After saying that, Noah resumed stuffing his face with desserts.

Wow, only in this era of abundant resources can people create so many varieties of food, pursuing all kinds of novel pleasures in a nearly wasteful manner.

In a few days, when I return to Orario, I don’t know if I can come up with so many varieties.

Noah is troubled, and Medea (Caster) is troubled too.

She’s so frustrated she wants to pull her hair out, her hands clenching tightly, wanting to grab the boy in front of her by the collar and shake him, then scream into his ear.

I’m not your mother!!

Don’t just suddenly throw such an important decision into my hands and then act like it’s none of your business, okay?

But looking at Noah, who’s once again lost in his desserts, Medea (Caster) realizes she’s helpless and can’t vent the anger inside her.

Medea (Caster) is well aware that she, with Mana but no Combat Power, and Noah, with Combat Power but lacking Mana, are a naturally perfect ally combination.

Yet, seeing Noah’s composed demeanor, Medea (Caster) can’t shake the feeling of being manipulated by him.

This displeasure is similar to an individual who finds a dirty spot and cleans it up proactively, feeling satisfied even without praise or reward.

But halfway through, someone comes over and says, ‘Go clean the floor,’ then leaves, as if all the credit belongs to them.

It’s frustrating!

But Medea (Caster), being a divine generation Magus, ultimately suppresses her emotions and thinks rationally.

Not agreeing to Noah’s request right away in the morning was because Medea (Caster) was still considering the possibility of seizing the Holy Grail alone.

Now that this path has been cut off, I actually have no choice.

With this in mind, Medea (Caster) began to contemplate a partnership with Noah.

Thinking this way, Medea (Caster) realized the prospects were indeed quite bright.

She couldn’t even imagine how powerful Noah would be in full magic state.

If given the chance, she might even be able to capture that King Arthur.

How could she not change a few outfits for such a cute girl?

How could she be willing to let that go?

Ehehehe…

With her mind made up, Medea (Caster) couldn’t care less and seriously proposed an alliance to Noah.

However, Noah’s reaction was quite bland; he didn’t even glance at her twice, instead focusing on another exquisitely crafted dessert as if admiring a piece of art.

This was something he had spent a particularly long time perfecting, both in flavor and presentation, it was absolutely flawless!

After scooping a piece into his mouth, he squinted his eyes in satisfaction and nodded.

“Oh, let’s have a pleasant cooperation.”

That look of ‘everything is going as I expected’ made Medea (Caster) grit her teeth in annoyance.

Although I often dig out the eyes of men who stare at me lecherously, with a big Beauty like me around, can’t you stop staring at that cake all the time?

“Hey! Can you at least react a little?! I’m working hard to prepare Mana for you, don’t you have any response?”

Sigh, women are trouble; if you pay attention, they’re tsundere, if you ignore them, they’re resentful.

Ryougi Shiki is so much better.

With Medea (Caster) causing such a ruckus, Noah lost the desire to continue tasting the dessert.

“In that case, consider this cake a reward for you.”

Seeing that Medea (Caster) was about to continue her complaints, Noah scooped a large spoonful of cake and directly stuffed it into Medea (Caster)’s mouth, then placed the cake in her hands.

“Savor it slowly, I’m going to take a break!”

After Noah left, Medea (Caster) came to her senses, looking down at the spoon in her mouth, her cheeks instantly flushed.

That little brat!

He actually used the spoon he had eaten from…

Just wait until I control your Mana, and see how I deal with you!

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