Chapter 125: Until the end of the world

Land of Shadows, Scáthach.

"How long has Lin Ye been gone?"

Scáthach looks blankly at the virtual screen in front of her. After Lin Ye left, she returned to her usual, calm life.

However, it is easy to go from frugality to luxury, but difficult to go from luxury to frugality. For Scáthach, her previous peaceful life was indeed a bit difficult.

[Second year, January: You are still living your ordinary life in the Land of Shadows when suddenly a loud noise erupts. The gate of the Land of Shadows opens directly, and three huge black shadows appear.]

[All the undead suddenly kneel on the ground. You, thinking a strong enemy has invaded, rush out holding the remaining longspear.]

[However, after you reach the city gate, you discover that the three huge black shadows are the Gáe Bolgs, and standing on top of these three giant beasts is Lin Ye. Seeing you, he pats the Gáe Bolg beneath him and says, "Three Gáe Bolgs—no problem making three spears from the skulls, right? What do you say to making three sets of armor from the remaining bones?"]

"This guy... he actually knows how to come back." Scáthach smiles as she looks at Lin Ye. She doesn't notice that her tone is a bit unusual.

[You look at Lin Ye and, after confirming he is not injured, ask in a tone mixed with helplessness and reproach, "You left alone without saying a word. Was what you sought just these spears? Or..."]

[Scáthach clearly thinks of something, but her expression darkens as she says silently, "Forget it, no need to say it. It has no meaning. Even if you said it, how could I fulfill your wish?"]

"Why not say it?" Lin Ye, however, looks at you stubbornly and says, "What I seek is you, an existence I cannot seek. Why can I not seek it?"]

"Lin Ye..." Scáthach looks at Lin Ye helplessly.

[You look at the stubborn Lin Ye and say directly, "I have never thought about forming a bond with anyone. I am one who has lost the concept of death. Unless the inner and outer sides of this world are destroyed together, I will live on forever. You are human—do you have the confidence to accompany me until that day?"]

"I do," Lin Ye says without hesitation. He takes an elixir of immortality from his bosom. "This is the elixir of immortality. I have the confidence to accompany you until the end of the world. And only I can accompany you!

Until the end of the world!!"

"Arrogant!"

The Master has lost count of how many times she has said these two words, but she still cannot help but say them.

She has to admit that every time she says these words, Lin Ye proves to her with his actions that he is not being arrogant—he is simply stating facts one after another.

[Hearing Lin Ye’s words, you smile beautifully and say:]

"Very well. You have won against me twice; now, you are the Lord of the Land of Shadows. But if you want to truly become my man, then defeat me fair and square in a head-on battle."]

[Hearing your words, you think Lin Ye will retreat in the face of difficulty, but he says with absolute determination, "It’s a deal."]

[Hearing Lin Ye’s words, you also reveal a smile and say, "It’s a deal!"]

"I hope you can really do it." Scáthach smiles as she watches this scene.

Lin Ye is the first man to move her heart. She hopes he will not disappoint her.

[Second year, February: Lin Ye crafts the Gáe Bolgs into three Gáe Bolgs and three sets of sea beast armor. He gives one set to you, and you accept it gladly.]

[Second year, March: Lin Ye works hard to train his spear technique and magic. However, on this day, an incredibly robust man arrives in the Land of Shadows. Carrying a spiral greatsword, he points at the gate of the Land of Shadows and shouts, "Where is Lin Ye! Where is Scáthach! The King of Ulster, Fergus mac Róich, has come to challenge you!"]

"Fergus mac Róich? Little Gang?" Lin Ye is stunned for a moment; he has already recognized the man’s identity.

Fergus—isn't this the Saber Fergus from FGO, Cu Chulainn’s foster father, the King of Ulster, the pillar of the Red Branch Knights?

As for the sword in his hand, Caladbolg.

Rank: A+

Type: Anti-Army Noble Phantasm

The prototype of King Arthur’s Excalibur; Fergus once used this sword to shave off three hills!

"But... why would Little Gang come here? Shouldn't he be out roaming? And no version of the story says Fergus has been to the Land of Shadows..."

Lin Ye doesn't know that Little Gang came here because of him.

The story is this: Fergus, the original King of Ulster, fell in love with a woman. This woman was actually his sister-in-law, and she told him she would marry him, but only if Fergus agreed to let her child become the King of Ulster.

Fergus actually agreed! He agreed! I have no opinion on you loving beauty over the country, but isn't your goal a bit off!

Then, Fergus left Ulster, and that child became the King of Ulster—Conchobar.

Then, Fergus wandered to Connacht.

He fell in love with the beautiful Medb at first sight, but Medb rejected his courtship. Then, Medb erected a stone tablet in Connacht with three requirements:

First: Anyone who wants to propose to Medb must bring the corpses of the three Gáe Bolgs as a dowry.

Second: Anyone who wants to propose to Medb must bring back a person named Lin Ye from the Land of Shadows.

Third: Anyone who wants to propose to Medb must kill the Queen of the Land of Shadows, Scáthach!

"Good grief!"

Knowing these three requirements, Lin Ye is dumbfounded.

The first one is okay; although difficult, some people could complete it.

The second one—bringing him back—is difficult, but at least not 100% impossible.

The third one—killing Scáthach! Who the hell do you think you are! Odin, the King of Gods?

"Fergus, the dignified Fergus, is actually a love-struck fool? This is truly..." Lin Ye can't help but feel a bit amused, but in the next second, he puts away the smile on his face and says, "It seems I need to teach Little Gang a lesson—don't roam around if you have nothing to do, and not everyone is someone you can afford to offend!"]