Fate/Magus Path

146 Archnemesis!

"Magnificent, simply magnificent combat."

"Both fighters are masters of flame. But alas, that Vlov Arkhangel... his true strength is far beyond just his mastery of flame curses."

In a remote corner of Misaki Town, Roa observed the climactic battle. He couldn't help but voice his admiration.

The clash of flames and magecraft, of sheer power and will, utterly astonished him.

At first, he had been surprised to hear of Nrvnqsr Chaos's untimely demise. Even with his Reality Marble, such a swift defeat seemed improbable. But now, witnessing Roy's explosive might, Roa no longer found it surprising.

A Magician of the Fifth Magic, a Grand Puppeteer, and this prodigy... together constituted a force that could obliterate Nrvnqsr Chaos, even without the intervention of the Princess.

Nrvnqsr Chaos, drunk on the immortality granted by his Lair of the Beast King, had grown arrogant, forgetting the taste of fear. His reckless actions had led him to his demise.

But he had overlooked a critical truth: his immortality was not absolute... it merely made him exceptionally difficult to kill. And his raw strength, though formidable, was not insurmountable. Against opponents of equal or superior caliber, he was prey to be toyed with until death claimed him.

Roa had long seen through this. When he learned of Aoko Aozaki's involvement in Misaki Town alongside another faction, he predicted Nrvnqsr Chaos's grim fate.

Still, he hadn't expected the fool to be outright killed. At most, he assumed Nrvnqsr would be crippled and handed over to the Church for containment.

Yet, Roa felt no pity for the man's death... only a small sense of relief.

He was even grateful. Nrvnqsr Chaos's folly had illuminated the hidden threats within Misaki Town.

Moreover, Roa thanked his own foresight in not rushing to join the battlefield alongside Vlov Arkhangel as planned.

His plans were progressing smoothly: the Tohno household was besieged by his Dead Apostles. Touko Aozaki had been ambushed and blown sky-high. Aoko Aozaki was entangled with a carefully prepared "gift" and wouldn't be free anytime soon.

Now, the only threats remaining in the city were this enigmatic man and the Princess herself.

But this man's strength was truly beyond expectations. To battle Vlov Arkhangel to this extent and even force him to reverse his attribute and unleash his terrifying ice spells... such power and composure were nothing short of remarkable.

Roa was thoroughly impressed.

Compared to the host body he currently inhabited, this man was leagues superior. Simply observing him filled Roa with covetous desire.

"Hmm? So, she's coming after all."

Roa's brow furrowed slightly as he sensed a familiar presence rapidly closing in.

Elsewhere, beneath the night sky, golden streaks of light darted toward the high-rise where Roa stood.

The growing magical aura left no doubt in Roa's mind... the Princess had found him.

It was only natural. The chaos at the Tohno estate, followed by Vlov Arkhangel's fiery inferno, had left no room for subtlety. It was inevitable that the Princess would notice his presence.

And at this stage, was there even a point in hiding?

It was time for him to step onto the stage and greet his old acquaintance.

The golden light swiftly descended onto the nearby street, its radiance illuminating the darkness.

Arcueid sniffed the air, her crimson eyes blazing with fury.