Overall, the place was thriving. Apart from the cursed children, the main residents were the magical girl warriors, followed by students from the magic academy, like Tendo Kisara.
Takumi reviewed the current situation, then got to work. He turned the Blessings technique into a program and installed it. Now, anyone entering Aincrad and fighting would automatically receive a Blessing, with their personal stats displayed as a six-dimensional attribute panel. All their strengths, weaknesses, and skills would be plain to see.
After everything was set up, Takumi had Prometheus issue an announcement, explaining the details about Blessings. When he finished, he nodded in satisfaction.
"With this, everything should be fine! Perfect!"
Now, Aincrad was truly a training paradise. Anyone who wanted to get stronger just had to come here and fightthey'd be sure to get results.
Looking around, Takumi smiled. Everyone seemed to be having a great time here!
Chapter 197: Anything Related to 'Magic' Can Be Instantly Mastered
The cursed children were the happiest in Aincrad and also the most diligent. Maybe they all wanted to become strong enough to help Takumi in the future.
Takumi glanced at Aincrad's backend logs and saw that Tendo Kisara and some magical girls had just defeated the first-floor boss. Ever since this place opened, that battle maniac spent most of her time here whenever she wasn't at schoolmore than anyone else. Liliya had apparently sent a whole group of magical girls to Aincrad too, with the rule that they weren't allowed to leave until they cleared all one hundred floors.
After reading through the logs, Takumi didn't bother to interferehe'd let them play however they wanted.
With that thought, he vanished from the spot. There were more important things to donamely, condensing a new Authority. As for his friends, they could enjoy this world on their own. Takumi didn't need to worry about them.
He didn't work on this Authority at home, but instead went straight to the moon. There was nobody else on the moon, so Takumi could mess around however he liked. He picked a nice spot, sat down, and closed his eyes to organize all the magic knowledge in his mind.
Takumi had wanted to condense a new Authority for a long time, but had always been interrupted by various things. Now he finally had a chance to get it done.
He got to work, compiling all the magic he knew and merging it together. To put it simply: he created a new folder, stuffed every bit of magic he'd mastered into it, and then changed the folder's format so it became a program. As long as he ran it, the Authority would be complete.
As Takumi got busy, huge magic circles began appearing around him on the moon. All the spells he'd learned were unleashed there, creating a surge of magical energy that immediately caught everyone's attention below.
At the Science Academy, Dr. Mei immediately asked Prometheus what was going on. "Is something happening? Did something go wrong?"
Prometheus explained right away, "It's Lord Takumi on the moon. No need to worry! Lord Takumi is condensing a new Herrscher Authority." She knew exactly what Takumi was up toshe'd hacked the Cocoon of the End before, so she understood his current state.
Dr. Mei understood right away. "I see. Got it!"
Since nothing was wrong, there was no need to intervene. Prometheus relayed the message, and Mei went back to her own work. She was busy spreading technology and preparing for space explorationready to step outside the solar system. The plan now was to set up her own research base on Mars. There was nothing left to research on this world's moon, since Takumi had turned it into a server.
Now, the focus was on Mars. Ever since the Gourmet World was linked up, Mei had new ideas: some foods from that world could survive in harsh environments, so she could bring those here and use them to terraform Mars into a habitable planet, making it an outpost and slowly expanding outwards. Only by stepping beyond the solar system could true development be achieved.
Besides that, she needed to train more talented people. There were too few scientists, but many children had real potential. If properly nurtured, they'd become pillars of the future. That's why Mei was so busy, constantly setting new plans. Takumi had left the world's technological development entirely in her handshowever she wanted to develop things, everyone would cooperate without question. Here, she could go all out, and it made her quite happy.
After confirming there were no issues, Dr. Mei left Takumi alone and focused on her work. But as evening fell, people began noticing odd things on the moon. Every now and then, gigantic magic circles would appearno one could make sense of it. Even Liliya stared blankly at the sky. What was going on with the moon? What was Takumi doing this time? She was certainly curious, but since Takumi wasn't around, no one could explain it.
Many people spent the day at Takumi's place and left as night fellexcept for those staying to study. So they didn't see what was happening on the moon. When Fujiwara Chika posted pictures of the spectacular magic circles in the group chat, everyone was baffled.
Saten Ruiko: [What's going on? Why are there so many magic circles?]
Ruiko was extremely curiouswhat was Takumi's world up to now? How did it end up like this?
Fujiwara Chika: [Seems like Takumi is up to something. If something's happening, it's always Takumi!]
Anything strange in space, it had to be Takumi's doing.
Miori Shiba: [Takumi is condensing a new Herrscher Authorityturning all magic into a single Authority. If a new Herrscher appears, it'll definitely be a Herrscher of Law!]
Miori Shiba knew what was up and explained to the group.
Everyone was shocked after reading her explanation. Takumi had mentioned this before, but everyone thought he'd already done it. Who knew he was just getting started? There was no denying itthe stuff happening on the moon looked truly spectacular.
People in the group started discussing it, but soon the strange phenomena on the moon vanishedTakumi had finished forging the new Authority.
Takumi opened his eyes on the moon, feeling the Authority now within him. He was very satisfied.
"Not bad! After condensing it, this Authority is incredibly powerful. Whenever I want, I can cast any magic. Even spells I don't understand, I just need a glance to master. Anything related to magic, I can see through instantly!"
Takumi reviewed his new Authority, and couldn't help but smile. As long as something was related to 'Law' or 'Magic,' he could instantly grasp and use iteven improve upon it. Chanting or not, it didn't matter; Takumi could cast it in an instant!
Chapter 198: Sakura Matou Join Chat The Old Worm Must Die!
If used well, this new Herrscher Authority was incredibly versatile. Anything other Herrschers could do, this Authority could also accomplish. In fact, even the power of the End could be reproduced through this Authority. After all, magic is full of wonders, and even time magic is pretty normal.
That's exactly why Takumi was so satisfied. He was ridiculously strong after this power-up. In any magic world he visited, even the so-called Magic Gods would be nothing compared to him.
He opened the group chat, planning to share his latest achievement with everyone.
Takumi: [Popping in!] [I've powered up again!]
Upon seeing Takumi's message, everyone in the group fell silent. No one repliedexcept Miori Shiba.
Miori Shiba: [Congratulations, darling~!]
Apart from her, everyone else stayed quiet. Takumi found this baffling.
Takumi: [Why is everyone so silent?] [Say something! What are you all up to behind my back?]
Fujiwara Chika: [I have nothing to say. I'm speechless. You're just too strongI'm not qualified to comment!]
Sagiri: [I can't take any more blows to my confidence. I'm starting to want to quit the group.]
Yuuki Asuna: [Do we really deserve to be in this group with you? Aren't we just extras at this point?]
Saten Ruiko: [You should be the group leader!]
Zhongli: [Indeed, but unfortunately the group owner can't be transferred!!]
No one knew what else to say. Takumi's growth was just too fastlike a rocket, impossible to keep up with. Being in the same group as him was stressful.
Seeing everyone's messages, Takumi couldn't help but laugh.
Takumi: [You all have a chance to catch up too! Just keep checking inone day you might get a Solar Authority or something like a simulated Creation Star Chart, and then you'll catch up in no time!]
People should always have dreams, after all, so there's no need to feel down.
Fujiwara Chika: [Any dream is possible, so I'm going to sleep!]
Yuu: [Good night!]
Bronya: [Wait for me, I'm off to bed too.]
Yuuki Asuna: [Count me in!!]
Fine, off to dreamland they went. Maybe they'd see all those things Takumi mentioned in their dreams.
Takumi rolled his eyes at their replies. Whatever. He couldn't be bothered to argue with them. He started collecting back his space bracelets and pointsthere were even some red packets left unclaimed. The group was pretty disciplined: even without Takumi saying anything, everyone returned their space bracelets and points after the party. No one tried to pocket Takumi's points, not even Kaguya.
Takumi claimed everything back. Just then, Miori Shiba spoke up again.
Miori Shiba: [By the way, what's your new Authority called? If a new Herrscher appears, should it be called the Herrscher of Magic?]
She was curious: what had Takumi named his new Authority?
Takumi thought for a moment, then replied in the group.
Takumi: [Herrscher of Law.] [Because as long as it's related to Law, I can use my Authority to cast it. This Authority is incredibly versatile!]
He'd decided on the name. Not Herrscher of Magic, but Herrscher of Law.
Miori Shiba: [I see!]
She'd expected it to be Herrscher of Magic since it fused so much magical knowledge, but Herrscher of Law worked. Still, this power was outrageousTakumi was leaving everyone else in the dust.
As she marveled at this, a new member joined the group.
[Sakura Matou has joined the chat.]
Takumi was stunned when he saw the name, and everyone else was shockedespecially those familiar with the Fate world.
Fujiwara Chika blinked.
Sakura Matou?
For a moment, she was amazed. Just as she wanted to say something, Sakura spoke up.
Sakura Matou: [Someone, please save me...]
Her first message was a plea for help.
Takumi realized right away: was this the young Sakura, right after being adopted into the Matou family?
Takumi: [Oh my god!!]
Fujiwara Chika: [The old worm must die!!]
In that instant, everyone reached a consensusunspoken but instant: the old worm had to die.
Takumi immediately sent out a red packet.
Takumi: [Exclusive red packet for Sakura Matou.] [Take it!]
Takumi condensed a Herrscher core and split off an avatar of himself, sending it to Sakura via the red packet. He wanted to see if this would workcould he merge his consciousness into a core and send it to someone in another world? It wouldn't be as strong as his real self, but it would save points and avoid traveling himself. This could save a lot of points.
In the Matou family's basement, Sakura was curled up in a corner, trembling. Suddenly, she'd joined a group chat. She didn't know what was happening, but she instinctively called for helpand the group immediately responded. Someone even sent her a red packet?
For a moment, it was like a ray of hope had appeared. Maybe someone really would save her?
With nervous anticipation, Sakura accepted the red packet from Takumi. Instantly, a core appeared and fused with her before she could react.
The moment the core appeared, the entire Nasuverse was thrown into chaos. Gaia and Alaya panickedwhat was going on? How had something like this appeared, and so abruptly?
They didn't know what Honkai energy was, but the malice it radiated frightened them. They didn't dare be careless, so all their attention was focused on the source of this power.
As soon as the Herrscher core appeared, it fused with Sakura. Even from across worlds, Takumi could sense the link remainedhe could connect to her consciousness through the chat group and the core.
Takumi's eyes lit up at this discovery.
He immediately took control of Sakura's body.
"Sakura! Give me your bodyI'll help you take care of that hateful old man."
Inside her consciousness, Takumi addressed the purple-haired little girl before him.
Sakura stared at Takumi, bewildered.
"Who are you?"
She was confusedhow had she ended up here? What was that power just now? Her young mind was full of questions, and she couldn't figure out what was happening!
Chapter 199: This Guy Is Full of Malice!!
Takumi couldn't help but smile as he looked at the little girl, then quickly explained everything to her.
"You've entered a magical group chat! And I'm Takumi from the chat groupyou can call me Brother Takumi~! Now, Brother Takumi has crossed worlds to save you~! So, just leave everything to me. I can't stand seeing you bullied."
With those words, Takumi took direct control of Sakura's body.
Power leveling, account takeover!
Sakura was still in shock, but suddenly found she couldn't move her own body.
Naturally, the old worm in the bug pit noticed the moment the Herrscher core appeared. From the outside, everything happened in less than a second. In the old worm's eyes, a strange gem suddenly appeared and fused with Sakura. Seeing the gem, he frowned.
"Is that Tohsaka family's Jewel Magecraft?"
But just as he was puzzled, Sakura's body began to change. Her clothes transformed into something like a nun's habit, and her pupils became six-pointed stars. Slowly, her body began to float.
Under Takumi's control, she slowly raised her hand. A purple magic circle suddenly appeared in the cavern. In a blink, the magic circle expanded dozens of times, instantly enveloping the entire Matou residence.
"Space, Seal!"
The Herrscher core Takumi gave Sakura was, of course, the Herrscher of Law's core. It was a perfect opportunity for Takumi to try things in person.
The old worm's face changed dramatically when he saw this. He wanted to say something, but Sakura's body had already vanished. At the same time, he realized everything around him was immobilizedspace itself was completely locked. He couldn't even make a sound.
Takumi's magic had sealed off the entire Matou estate. Meanwhile, under Takumi's control, Sakura's figure had already appeared outside.
"Disappear!"
With Takumi's command, huge magic circles appeared in the sky above the Matou residence. Boom! These magic circles transformed into pillars of fire, engulfing the entire Matou estate. In an instant, the Matou family was reduced to asheseverything inside was annihilated by that beam of light.
