"Do not forget, Ea. —The achievements you and your comrades have reached are a conclusion that cannot be defiled by anyone, and reached by no one but yourselves."
He gently patted the head of the Princess as she peered up at him anxiously.
"Therefore, I shall blow away the petty criticisms of the mongrels myself. The result of your refinement... that, too, is a treasure under my protection. A tapestry woven with a perfect pattern that those losers could never hope to reach—that is the value clearly shown by your journey."
—...
The King was looking far away. At heights no one could reach. At the edge of a sky no one else could see.
"I find value in the patterns and inventions woven by humans. Until the day those lazy creatures show me the true extent of that value, I suppose I shall keep company with their history a while longer."
He seemed to be staring at something coming from the far horizon...
(What a round-about guy. Just say 'I like the humans living now, so I'll protect them' and be done with it.)
Fou, in his "Human Love" form, hopped around playfully to tease the King.
(Listen, Ea. Your journey was a precious thing. That's why I was able to take this beautiful form. It's because everyone was here that I became this.)
Fou, too, spoke his piece.
(Don't be led astray. Your fight was never a mistake. And from here on, your fight will continue to be right. 'Overcome other versions of rightness with your own.' ...That is our pride.)
—Gil and Fou, you're both being so serious. —It's okay. I know that when the time comes, everyone will be able to grasp that one-and-only choice.
Air encouraged them both, blowing away the lingering unease.
—The good people recognized by the King and Fou, our invaluable treasures... there's no way they would ever throw away the future, no matter what happens! We've walked this far specifically to take our future back! So... it'll be okay!
Hearing the Princess's pure, unwavering resolve, the King laughed contentedly.
"—I suppose so. Hmph. That was a foolish question."
They began to walk forward with strong steps. Just as humanity has done since the Age of Gods, when they first bid farewell to the divine.
"Now then, let us spend our days preparing for the battles to come. First... yes, perhaps we should learn the taste of 'intoxication'?"
—Intoxication? Is that a brand of sake?
(Only until you're tipsy! No getting hammered, Gil!)
"I know, I know. Though seeing her reaction to being drunk might be a spectacle in itself."
(No, no! Alcohol must be enjoyed in moderation!)
"Gil—! Let's go—!"
"Hmm. ...Naturally, we shall return. I have seen what I came to see. Prepare a banquet for our arrival!"
"Of course! We'll have a party with Japanese and Western sweets!"
"Fuhaha! A sugary feast, then!"
The GudaGuda event came to a close. They savored their daily lives, cherishing the value of the things that truly mattered...
After the GudaGuda event, a few things changed.
First:
"Everyone, keep Chaldea safe on your patrols!"
『『『『『『 NOBBUU—! 』』』』』』
(We're counting on you, juniors!)
『『『『『 NO—BBU!! 』』』』』
The massive swarm of Mini-Nobbus that followed the Princess back were officially hired as Chaldea's familiars.
Second:
"Suspicion of infection by mysterious particles... It's a shame we're only doing post-event prevention, but we must be thorough."
"Umu. Let us re-evaluate our defenses as well."
Hygiene and defense protocols were given a massive overhaul.
And third:
"Wait, was Okita-san a man?"
"Huh, I guess those Shinsengumi coats aren't as popular as I thought..."
"Financial crisis! I feel you! I totally get that pain! Having no money is basically the same as having no head!"
A minor Shinsengumi boom took over the halls.
The days remained chaotic, but life returned to its "normal" state. A few days later...
"That was pretty GudaGuda, wasn't it?"
"It certainly was. I am truly sorry, Master, that your first event was like that."
"It was great! My brain felt like mush, it was so fun! Next time, let's go kick some butt in Koha-Ace!"
"Maybe we should try doing the next one in a script format to change things up~"
"I'd prefer an event that's more of a feast for the eyes."
"A summer swimsuit event! I totally get it!"
"Maybe I'll go look for a swimsuit with everyone..."
As Rikka spent her days in this relaxed haze—
"I hate to interrupt, but we have an emergency!"
"Wha—?!"
『 Bwahahaha! It's been a while, you lot! 』
"Nobbu?! Why are you here?!"
『 Because I was just summoned, obviously! More importantly, the situation is dire! 』
"Another event!?"
『 That's right! The Monkey and Mitchi have teamed up because they want more screen time! They've founded the Golden City of ZIPANG! It's a god-tier event where you get 5 million QP per battle, so hurry up and get ready to invade! Our GudaGuda is immortal!! 』
"Not more trouble—!!"
"Hmph. I guess the Shinsengumi's struggle never truly ends. ...You're going, right, Master?"
"Of course! I am! We are—!"
"THE SHINSENGUMI ARE HERE!!! Hurry up and get ready! We're moving out!!"
"Geez!! Is it always going to be like this?! I'm going to be the one who turns into Majin Saber next time! I mean it!!"
『 Well, it can't be helped, right!? 』
...And so, to all you Masters out there: how are you spending your days?
This Chaldea is as lively as ever today.
TO BE CONTINUED?
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