In the Temple of Time, Goetia stared at the screen, his gaze traversing the lines, comprehending every pulse of the discussion.
He knew the required magical energy was a natural barrier—more than three thousand years of accumulation, an unattainable figure.
Because even his future-seeing eyes could not perceive the scene beyond 2017.
The incineration of Human Order seemed a foregone conclusion, regardless of his existence.
And all this turmoil originated from the place called Chaldea. Yet, at this moment, that was no longer important.
"Chaldea, before this Noble Phantasm, your path to survival has been completely severed!"
Goetia's voice echoed through the temple, filled with unquestionable confidence.
He firmly believed Chaldea could not shake him in the slightest. Under this world-destroying Noble Phantasm, they could only stand by helplessly, awaiting their doom. He was fearless, believing he could rewrite the destined destruction.
Goetia's thoughts surged, an indescribable light in his eyes.
At this time, the battle in the light screen continued!
[Goetia's magical energy poured forth like a breached dam, endlessly surging.]
[Under the impact of this power, the Temple of Time seemed to fall into an apocalyptic scene.]
[Facing this aura of destruction, Mash's face showed no fear of death.]
[She turned her head, casting a gentle gaze at Fujimaru Ritsuka, a sincere smile on her lips.]
["Senpai, can you hold my hand one more time?"]
[Hearing this, Fujimaru Ritsuka was slightly startled, then seemed to understand something, a firm light flashing in his eyes.]
[Fujimaru Ritsuka tightly grasped Mash's hand. It was a silent yet deeply affectionate farewell.]
[Mash once again raised the cold, giant shield, looking resolutely at the destructive purple-hued aurora.]
[Even if only for a moment, she longed to see the dawn of the future.]
[Fujimaru Ritsuka activated the Command Spells on his hand without hesitation, his voice firm and powerful.]
["Mash, live!"]
[As the words fell, the Command Spells bloomed with a dazzling light, like a beacon of hope. Endless magical energy poured into Mash's body like a tidal wave.]
[Mash felt the magical energy surging within her, a beautiful and resolute smile blooming on her face.]
[Simultaneously, Goetia's final Noble Phantasm was ready to be unleashed.]
["The end of human history, this is the moment to reshape the new world! The Third Noble Phantasm, activate! Use the planet's fire to declare the end of humanity!"]
[Goetia's voice echoed through the air, cold and resolute.]
[In the sky, countless heavenly fires streaked like meteors. Terrifying magical energy gathered frantically, weaving a tapestry of destruction.]
[This was the final conclusion, the end of human history, and Chaldea's desperate situation.]
[Goetia watched all this indifferently, as if a detached bystander.]
[It's over, human history!]
[It's over, Chaldea!]
[At this moment, the entire world was engulfed by the violent aura of destruction.]
[The aurora of destruction was like a dancing scythe of death, flashing a heart-stopping cold gleam.]
["The time of birth has come, He is the one who shall correct everything. Come, perish in the flames like ants!"]
[Goetia's voice echoed through the air, full of coldness and determination.]
The audience was shocked witnessing this scene.
This was the ultimate Noble Phantasm of Demon King Goetia—the massive band of light formed by the power of three thousand years of human history, known as the "Humanity Cannon."
No one dared question its power. Before this devastating blow, everything seemed insignificant and unstoppable.
In the world of the Fifth Holy Grail War, Artoria looked at the devastating scene, a trace of bewilderment flashing across her face.
Even through the screen, she could clearly feel the terrifying power contained within the Noble Phantasm.
The massive band of light was composed of countless rays surrounding the sky, each ray's power no less than her own Excalibur.
And the Noble Phantasm Goetia was unleashing now condensed these rays into an indestructible beam of light.
Faced with such an attack, Artoria knew she was powerless to resist.
Unless the power of Avalon could be fully unleashed.
If Avalon could be sent to Mash in the light screen, she would undoubtedly be able to withstand such an attack.
But this was undoubtedly a fantasy.
Tōsaka Rin also frowned, her heart filled with unease.
"That shield... can it really not block this attack?"
Although she didn't know the specific origin of the shield, her intuition told her it might be an extraordinary Noble Phantasm, perhaps even closely related to King Arthur.
Artoria nodded solemnly, deep thought in her eyes.
"That is Galahad's shield,"
she said slowly. "In theory, as long as the wielder's heart is firm enough, it can resist any attack. But..."
Her words carried a hint of hesitation, complex emotions flashing in her eyes.
"I don't think that shield can withstand such a powerful attack."
Hearing this, Emiya Shirō's expression turned extremely serious.
He stared at the distant light of destruction and said gravely, "Galahad's Shield symbolizes the glory of the noble knight. It is said to possess unparalleled defensive power. If that's true, perhaps... it can block the attack of that Noble Phantasm."
At that moment, Archer's calm voice suddenly interrupted Emiya Shirō.
"Although it is Galahad's Shield, Mash is, after all, a Demi-Servant."
"If it were Galahad himself, there might be some hope, but she is not Galahad after all."
"Perhaps she can withstand such an attack in the future, but right now, she has had too little time."
After hearing Archer's words, not only Emiya Shirō but also Artoria and Tōsaka Rin beside him fell silent.
Though they didn't want to admit it, this was the reality.
At this moment, everyone's eyes were fixed on the light screen, their heartbeats quickening with the destructive scene.
[Boom!!!]
[As Goetia's words fell, purple lightning tore through the sky like raging waves, and even the earth trembled.]
[The entire space resounded with a deafening roar, as if the world itself was trembling at this moment.]
[Then, the terrifying light condensed into a massive pillar of destructive radiance, roaring forth with the momentum to crush everything.]
[Before this seemingly all-devouring pillar of light, Mash's figure appeared so small.]
[Yet, her face showed no fear, only calm and determination. She stared quietly at the purple aurora, as if confronting the god of death.]
[The next second, she brandished the shield in her hand, producing a crisp sound.]
[The shield instantly erupted in a holy light of white and blue. In this world filled with destruction, it was like the dawn breaking through endless darkness.]
[This holy light continuously shone within the scarlet darkness, dazzling and brilliant. It symbolized protection and nobility, the light of hope, the light of life.]
[Then, Mash's chant echoed through the Temple of Time, her voice calm and firm: "That is our homeland, capable of healing all wounds and all resentments."]
[As she chanted, the cross-adorned round table shield in the girl's hand shone with unprecedented radiance, finally unleashing its true power—Protection!]
["Appear, the distant city of ideals!"]
[As Mash called out firmly, the world was suddenly enveloped in a white light.]
[Before everyone's eyes, a holy and warm Camelot Castle slowly emerged behind the girl, like a fairyland descending.]
[On the castle's round table, obscure runes lit up one by one, reflecting the cracks on the girl's body, forming a shocking picture.]
[Boom!!!]
[The aurora symbolizing destruction and the castle symbolizing protection collided abruptly, producing a world-shaking roar.]
[A massive shockwave raged, engulfing and destroying everything around.]
[Yet, in the face of this destructive force, Mash's figure never yielded.]
[Her body might be trembling, perhaps under unimaginable pressure, but her will remained as firm as a rock.]
[She knew her resolve to protect those behind her would always stand firm!]
[The white light filled the entire temple, driving away all darkness and evil.]
[Under this light's illumination, the malevolent forces attempting to invade seemed imprisoned, unable to advance.]
[At this moment, Mash was no longer that ordinary girl but had become the embodiment of protection and hope.]
[Her existence allowed people to see hope and the possibility of a future.]
[Even facing a powerful enemy, she would never give up, for she knew countless people behind her needed her protection.]
[Goetia calmly watched everything before him, not a ripple in his eyes.]
[He knew that while nothing physical on Earth could withstand the destructive light band, this was limited to physical understanding.]
[When a person's heart is pure and flawless, without hesitation or filth, she can become an indestructible fortress.]
[Such a mental barrier is sufficient to withstand any attack, even his powerful Third Noble Phantasm.]
[However, such defense was not without cost.]
[Goetia clearly knew that Mash had to pay with her own life to block that terrifying blow.]
The audience witnessed this scene, first shocked, then filled with disbelief and joy.
But this joy was short-lived. Soon, some observant viewers noticed something amiss.
Mash on the screen was being ruthlessly washed away by the terrifying torrent of magical energy.
The scarlet magical energy was like a violent beast, constantly eroding her body.
Even a powerful Heroic Spirit would struggle to withstand such an assault, let alone Mash, who was merely a Demi-Servant.
Within the scarlet torrent of magical energy, sparkling specks of light appeared—signs of Mash's body gradually collapsing.
Everyone understood that this brave girl was giving her all to protect others.
For a moment, all viewers fell silent. They deeply realized that behind this protection lay the sacrifice of the girl's life.
Heroic Spirits and mages from various worlds couldn't help but feel profound respect for the girl on the screen.
Her heart, willing to protect even in the face of death, and her pure, flawless spirit, became the most dazzling light they had ever seen.
This Noble Phantasm displayed not only a girl's firm protection of her friends but also the supreme pursuit of faith. It illuminated everyone's hearts, becoming an indelible light in their memories.
In the Chaldea world, people's hearts were filled with powerlessness and grief.
They despised themselves. Even in such a situation, they still couldn't fight against the mighty Demon King Goetia, could only watch their former comrades vanish on the screen. This pain and despair, like a heavy yoke, weighed on everyone's heart.
Olga Marie couldn't bear such a blow either. Her voice trembled: "This... this shouldn't be what they had to endure..." Her words were full of dissatisfaction and helplessness towards fate.
The entire Chaldea was shrouded in an atmosphere of despair and silence.
Yet, in an unnoticed corner, Dr. Roman's face was filled with determination.
"I should do this, right? I will definitely do this."
He knew himself all too well.
In such a situation, influenced by Mash, he would undoubtedly let go of everything and risk it all.
Just thinking of the consequences, he couldn't help but feel sorrowful.
"But, if this is the only way, then so be it."
"I have no choice in the future, but I still have time now. I must work harder to find the best solution."
Simultaneously, in the light screen.
[Under the horrifying heat wave, the girl's body seemed ruthlessly evaporated, turning into snowflakes dissipating in the air.]
[And the entire world was illuminated by a purple crystalline light, like the dawn of a new life spreading across the earth.]
[Goetia watched all this quietly, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes.]
[Though her body could not withstand the light band's heat and evaporated, the girl's heart was like an inextinguishable flame, still blazing and firm.]
[The snowflake-patterned shield still suspended in the air was the best testament to her spiritual power.]
The audience witnessed this scene, their hearts filled with sorrow and reluctance.
They mourned Mash's sacrifice and lamented the cruelty of this world.
And in the light screen.
[At this moment, Fujimaru Ritsuka's heart was filled with grief and rage.]
[He clenched his fists, his eyes flashing with unprecedented anger and determination.]
["Mash!"] He called out in a low voice, each word seeming squeezed from the blood and tears of his heart.]
["I will definitely avenge you!"]
[Though the boy's voice was low, it was filled with unshakable resolve.]
[A resolute expression appeared on his face, as if ready to fight the enemy to the death.]
[At that moment, a figure quietly appeared in the Temple of Time, immediately capturing Fujimaru Ritsuka's attention.]
It also captured the attention of all viewers watching the light screen.
"How is this possible?" someone exclaimed, looking at the figure on the screen in disbelief.
"Why is Dr. Roman in that place?"
Everyone discussed, filled with doubt and shock.
Dr. Roman's appearance seemed to herald an impending change.
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