Otherwise, you can find another savior.

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“Let’s get back to the point, Koyanskaya.” Shiomi began pacing around the edge of the hall. “You don’t want to fight, not because you don’t want to fight, but because you know you’re not complete. You haven’t gathered enough power, and you haven’t completed your ascension.”

“That’s right. My original plan was to devour the unique life forms in the seven Lostbelts and turn them into my own tails. After all, I was born by imitating the golden-haired, white-faced, nine-tailed fox.” Koyanskaya explained calmly, “As for the remaining two tails, they were originally reserved for the ‘Alien God’ and you.”

The seven Lostbelts provided the record of life, the "Alien God" and Shiomi provided the power, and from this came the nine tails.

If she can complete the collection, she will successfully ascend to immortality.

The planet's ecology will also be refreshed, creating a completely new habitat that Koyanskaya needs.

Compared to Tiamat's "Anti-Genesis", it's rather complicated.

"You, who have such a great purpose, are also truly afraid of death."

Then, Nikitich suddenly interjected.

Chapter 22 Declaration

“Of course she’s afraid,” Shiomi said. “Ultimately, the reason why Koyanskaya, the fourth candidate for Beast, was born is related to the disasters that have happened on this land.”

“That’s right. The animals that died in the Tunguska explosion, and the pain of the land, I am the entity formed by the fusion of these concepts.” Koyanskaya no longer concealed her true feelings.

“Originally, the Fourth Beast, which originally possessed the principle of comparison, did not disappear, so an existence like you could not have been born,” Shio said. “But given that the Fourth Beast originally existed, the fact that you were born as a candidate for the Fourth Beast is already quite an unusual situation.”

"If I had to put it another way, in this situation, Koyanskaya, as a candidate for the Fourth Beast, is more like a Grand Servant in a relationship with a Servant holding Grand rank qualifications," Taiko no Momo suddenly said. "Who's involved in this, isn't there?"

Koyanskaya looked troubled: "Unfortunately, I'd also like to know the answer to this unusual situation."

“For example, like the other Beasts, you have earned the right to share the Beast Throne with the original Fourth Beast,” Shiomi said at this moment. “After all, the original Fourth Beast had no intention of harming humans, so there must be a proxy to perform the corresponding functions.”

"Is that so?" Koyanskaya asked, still somewhat doubtful.

She originally planned to attack Casey Palug, devour his power, and become a candidate for the tail.

Unfortunately, the other party has always been very careful and has not revealed any weaknesses that could allow Koyanskaya to hunt them down. They are still living peacefully and comfortably in Chaldea.

“No, it’s just my guess after all,” Shiomi said. “Although you keep saying that you hate humans, you can’t become Beast if you don’t really have any love for humans.”

"..."

His words plunged Koyanskaya into a terrible silence.

"Human evil is human love. The desire to destroy humanity is not based on malice, but on the spirit of seeking a better future, which is why it bares its fangs at the present peace." Xi Jian ignored this and continued, "In the end, human evil is a stain on the process of human development, a disaster that will destroy humanity. One of its sources is the self-destructive will that exists in the collective unconscious of humanity, which leads to evil that humanity needs to overcome and eliminate."

Shiomi stopped in his tracks, looking from behind at Koyanskaya, who had turned to look at him.

"Things that should have perished may have escaped their fate and gained life due to the unconscious guidance of humanity. After all, in this era, the number of people who share your ideals is increasing, and similar folly is countless."

“I’m not so blind as to give up a life that I’ve had to fight so hard for,” Koyanskaya said. “But let me make this clear: this is not a plea for mercy, but a declaration of my right to life. The gods who hold the power over life should understand this.”

This is the inner side of Koyanskaya's Reality Marble, and also the inner side of her true form.

If Koyanskaya insists on going her own way and trying to take Shiomi and the others down with her, even if she doesn't kill them, she will still be severely injured and unable to continue fighting.

If they were to escape the non-primate survival zone of Tunguska under the worst-case scenario and encounter the "Alien God," it wouldn't be a good thing for Shiomi and the others.

“I understand.” Shiomi walked towards Koyanskaya and stopped beside her. “But who will assert the right to survival of those Chaldea personnel who perished in Antarctica because of your assistance?”

Koyanskaya paused for a moment, then laughed to herself: "It seems you're not here as a god, but as a human being, seeking justice from me for a comrade you once fought alongside?"

“This is only one of the objectives,” Shiomi said. “The survival circle you established on the blank planet is also a significant obstacle to the return of pan-human history.”

"So?" Koyanskaya narrowed her eyes, smiling like a vixen.

“I have always advocated hating the crime, not the person. Many times, the crimes committed by humans are not the intention of that person, and they may even be coerced,” Shiomi said. “Of course, this does not mean that I will forgive anyone without limits. Right now, the Hidden Ones are probably still fighting against the Indian Lostbelt to prove their innocence.”

"So that's how it is. You want me to do your bidding and help restore the pan-human history?" Koyanskaya said. "I am the Beast. Aren't you being a bit naive, my divine being?"

Scáthach suddenly laughed: "Do you really think that what my beloved disciple said is based on naive ideas? Or do you think that we here are afraid that you will trigger the self-destruction of the entire Tunguska?"

“…Indeed, even if I make the entire survival zone self-destruct, you can still escape here alive by using the time those two Servants buy.” Koyanskaya admitted her helplessness.

Forced to their doorstep, they were unable to wage a successful defensive battle.

That's why she had no choice but to stand up and negotiate with Xijian.

It was a desperate survival strategy, but he maintained his dignity until the final break.

“So here, I’ve decided to do it this way.” Shiomi returned to Morgan’s side. “Show your power. Since it’s the Beast, the being that covets the Beast Throne, let’s decide it in a primal way, like a wild beast.”

“Following the primordial law known as the survival of the fittest.” Morgan placed his hand on Shiomi’s shoulder. “We will subdue you with our power, or you can choose to die honorably as a beast in battle.”

This was both a punishment for Koyanskaya and a show of leniency towards her.

She must bear some responsibility for the destruction of Chaldea in Antarctica.

Koyanskaya's calmness and pragmatism stemmed from her not recklessly launching a war like the princess in the Russian Lostbelt.

“Then let’s do it this way.” Koyanskaya’s eyes widened. “To agree to a condition that offers no further benefit just to save one’s life is simply not in line with my business aesthetics.”

Therefore, a "high price" is required.

It wasn't something in a material sense, but rather a foundation that would make Koyanskaya willingly accept this condition.

Its name is power.

Then, Scáthach and Artoria, Taiko and Nikitich, dispersed to both sides of the hall.

Even if this act of giving up space was actually unnecessary, it would have been more appropriate for them to retreat to the outside and make way.

"Just give it your all. If you are careless and lose your life, don't blame us, Beast!"

As Shiojian spoke loudly, he and Morgan were enveloped in light.

One God, appear.

Chapter Twenty-Three: The Gap

At the same moment that the One God Morgan appeared, the NFF Hall was shrouded in an impenetrable black fog.

That was a more intense and denser magical mist than that of Olympus back then.

In terms of the scale of its magical power, it is already comparable to that of gods.

Logically speaking, Koyanskaya shouldn't be so lacking in confidence.

But she understands her own strengths and weaknesses better than others. This power is enough to protect herself, but not enough to fight to the death with anyone, whether it is the alien god or the unified god in front of her.

Grand Archer, the attack from Orion the Beast Hunter's Noble Phantasm left her with injuries severe enough to affect her physical body.

One major reason for staying within the non-primate habitat and not venturing out is to recuperate from injuries.

Secondly, the plan to collect the tails did not go smoothly.

In reality, the tails collected were only from four places: Britain, Russia, Northern Europe, and the Atlantic Ocean. Among them, the collection from Britain was quite difficult. I made do by collecting the lower-ranking fairies from various clans and then left before Britain.

Originally, nine tails were expected, but so far only four have been obtained.

Even if they wanted to forcibly transform into Beast, they would still lack the strength.

Even so, we have to face it.

The black mist unleashed by Koyanskaya in her true form did not completely engulf the surrounding light. The One God stood quietly in place, radiating a dazzling light, like the only unextinguished lamp in the endless night, illuminating the way forward for everyone.

Even Koyanskaya couldn't help but lose her composure for a moment, almost interrupting the process of Spirit Origin Release.

The spotless lobby vanished in an instant, and even inside Koyanskaya's inherent barrier, the space was once again subjected to a second wave of erosion.

This is the power of Beast.

"And what are you in charge of, Koyanskaya?" Morgan asked.

“Unlike the Fourth Beast, which originally governs the principle of comparison, I govern the principle of playfulness,” Koyanskaya quietly echoed. “Compassion, protection, love, contempt, killing, and cherishing. The antinomy of sometimes annihilating with fire and sometimes reaching out to enjoy, giving back and responding.”

“Very good.” Morgan clapped his hands lightly, as if praising or affirming, “But… never mind, let’s not say it. Such subjective feelings are simply a desecration of you.”

Morgan was referring to Koyanskaya's stance as the Beast.

Chimeras are like a mixture of various wild beasts, yet they also possess a unique quality that combines divinity and demonic nature.

Born from sorrow and pain, it is no surprise that the Beast takes any form.

“I am honored to be understood in this way.” Koyanskaya quietly exuded powerful magic. “But I am not so arrogant as to think I can do anything on my own when facing an opponent like you. Therefore, please allow me to use some tricks.”

It's not a request, it's a declaration.

As Koyanskaya spoke, she summoned various Mystic Families and battle beasts roaming the wilderness.

To be more precise, it is its own hair that forms the basis of this existence.

With just a single hair, one can create such a life form to fight alongside others.

“Granted.” Morgan gently raised his hand.

"Should we create clones as a countermeasure?" Shio asked.

Morgan smiled. "Does my husband think we need it?"

"Perhaps it's not necessary."

"That is indeed true."

With a light laugh, he raised his hand, and the countless bullets flying towards Morgan stopped a split second before they reached him.

There were also the Familiars gathered from various Lostbelts. They obeyed Koyanskaya's will and surrounded the One God in an instant, but they were unable to go any further, not even to touch its existence, and they couldn't even launch a single attack.

"Retreat."

Morgan whispered this.

The surrounding space seemed to be filled with an invisible weight, fixing these followers within the space and then beginning to compress.

There was no process, and no scene of blood splattering.

Just as easily as crushing a wafer in an instant with a crusher, Koyanskaya created hundreds and thousands of familiars and battle beasts in a short time, which dissipated into magical particles at Morgan's command.

Koyanskaya was slightly surprised, but the result was as expected.

No matter how many of them gather, the familiars and battle beasts are still creations of the Beast, beings even lower than Koyanskaya. At the level of spirit alone, they are worlds apart from the unified god.

She was quite frustrated that she couldn't even hold on for a second longer than she expected.

Her tail transformed into a gigantic hand, extending infinitely from her body and surrounding her from all directions, blocking all possible escape routes and leaving no blind spots untouched.

Finally, Morgan began to move, like a nimble hummingbird or an elegant white crane.

The pure white, radiant, and dazzling unified god moved among those infinitely extended arms, unable to even touch the hem of her garment.

“Show me your true abilities. If this is all you’ve got, your demands will not come true. Although I am in charge of the battle right now, my husband has been watching all of this. You understand what this means.”

As he said this, Morgan instantly appeared in front of Koyanskaya and, through the veil covering her eyes, offered her this reminder.

"Needless to say."

After missing their target, those outstretched hands neither blindly pursued nor rashly retreated to defend; instead, they aimed at Morgan's location.

Koyanskaya is also capable of manipulating space to some extent.

Even if there is a secondary erosion from the inside, this place is still within her inherent barrier, and she is the ruler of this place.

The act of sealing off the space worked; Morgan's movements suddenly slowed down. She looked at her arms, which were now difficult to move freely, with a slight change in her expression.

However, this is only the prelude.

Koyanskaya did not expect to block Morgan's operations for long; to launch an attack, she had to seize this opportune moment of success.

Continued pressure.

Then it ignited the blazing flames of the entire alternate dimension, rising at that moment, swirling in the wind, entangling and surrounding Morgan, and finally transforming into a fireball like an artificial sun.

It exploded with a deafening roar.

It wasn't Koyanskaya who detonated it, but Morgan who punctured the fireball from within, like popping a bubble or an illusion.

The explosion engulfed Koyanskaya, but Morgan's clothes weren't even set ablaze.

Even if I understand, even if I understand...

But the gap in strength has reached this point.

Koyanskaya sighed inwardly.

Chapter Twenty-Four: The End

Nikiji, who had retreated outside the battle zone, was initially somewhat dissatisfied that as a Servant he could manifest in the world but was unable to participate in the battle, and he complained to Taiko no Momo.

However, she no longer complains.

“You’re right, Taigong Wang.” Nikiji said gravely. “If a Servant like me were to participate, I would probably become a stumbling block for them… no, for her.”