Danmachi: Voyager of Worlds Ability

[87] : Artoria's Despair! A Duel of Agony

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"Ah, it seems I have been defeated."

Feeling the sharp pain in his chest, Iskandar conceded with a wry smile. "Indeed, engaging in close combat with a warrior like you was a mistake."

"Your swordsmanship... even the most skilled swordsmen among my army pale in comparison."

"I appreciate your praise, King of Conquerors," Mika replied, accepting Iskandar's compliment with a chuckle.

"Hahaha!"

Letting out a hearty laugh, Iskandar's form began to fade into shimmering particles of light. As he vanished, he exclaimed with a hint of wistful nostalgia, "This expedition was truly exhilarating!"

With that, he dissolved completely into spiritual particles, disappearing into the night.

Mika stood silently for a moment, watching the spot where Iskandar had vanished, before approaching Waver, who was shedding tears.

"Don't blame yourself, Waver. This is the fate of a Servant."

"I know!" Waver replied, wiping his eyes with his sleeve. "This was Rider's choice, the path he chose to take."

"As his loyal subject, all I can do is record his heroic deeds."

Looking at Waver's clear gaze, Mika nodded approvingly.

"I'm glad you understand. You've grown significantly during this Holy Grail War. It seems my decision was the right one."

Waver recalled the moment Mika had instructed him to accompany Iskandar and couldn't help but feel a surge of gratitude.

He was deeply thankful for Mika's decision.

"Thank you, Mika!"

"You're welcome. After all, you're a member of our Yahweh Familia," Mika replied with a gentle smile.

He then turned his gaze towards the Gordius Wheel, Iskandar's Noble Phantasm, which had been left behind.

Jumping onto the chariot, he stroked the two divine bulls that pulled it, a wide grin spreading across his face.

"This is way cooler than a sports car, wouldn't you say?"

After a moment of admiration, Mika called out to Waver.

"Get on, Waver. We're heading to our final destination."

"Huh? Oh, right!"

Waver quickly scrambled onto the Gordius Wheel.

"Let's go! Our destination is Mount Enzou!"

"Moo!"

Following Mika's command, the divine bulls roared and began to gallop, their hooves pounding the ground before they ascended into the sky, speeding towards Mount Enzou.

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Mount Enzou.

Artoria, Kiritsugu Emiya, and Maiya Hisau followed the ascending steps, rapidly making their way up the mountain.

"As expected, Caster has transformed this place into a magical stronghold," Kiritsugu observed calmly, analyzing their surroundings. "Stay alert and be prepared for any potential attacks."

"Understood!" Artoria replied, her grip tightening on her sword.

She held an unwavering trust in Merlin's magical abilities.