"Alright, Shirou, I'll leave these to you!"
"You can count on me, Captain!"
Watching Finn, Ais, and the others leave the Familia's headquarters, Shirou let out a soft sigh. "Today is destined to be a busy day."
The Loki Familia headquarters felt quite empty at the moment. To process the magic stones and materials obtained from the expedition, all members of the Loki Familia were out, fiercely negotiating prices at various shops in Orario. As for Shirou, he was left behind at the headquarters to repair and maintain equipment. He also planned to forge some new equipment for the next expedition, but that could be done slowly.
The other tasks weren't as numerous as he had imagined. After all, the equipment Shirou had to repair and maintain wasn't the entire Familia's gear. In Orario, most high-level adventurers had exclusive blacksmiths with whom they had signed contracts, who would forge equipment specifically for them. For example, Bell and Welf had such an exclusive contract relationship with a blacksmith. The strongest, however, was Ais; her exclusive blacksmith was Goblin, the Goblin Familia's patron deity. However, it was a pity that Goblin didn't use divine techniques when forging weapons for Ais; otherwise, Shirou wouldn't have to wait for Bell's Hestia Knife. This was precisely why Shirou valued the Hestia Knife so much. After all, it related to his own power.
It's well-known that for Shirou to project a weapon, he first needs to analyze its structure, and only then can he project it. After receiving the Divine Blessing, Shirou's Unlimited Blade Works continuously strengthened as his Divine Blessing level increased, especially its analytical ability, which was described separately.
Unlimited Blade Works
Projection Magic
Reality Marble
Structural Analysis
These three abilities, directly designated by the magic Unlimited Blade Works, are the three major branches that constitute this magic. It is a more comprehensive version than Shirou's Unlimited Blade Works before he received the Divine Blessing. Under its enhancement, Shirou felt that even Gilgamesh's Ea could eventually be analyzed.
However, analysis is one thing; whether it can be projected is another. After all, in his battle with "Fake Gilgamesh," Angelica, Shirou also projected the divine armaments "Emerald Horizon, Land Breaker" and "Crimson Horizon, Sea Scorcher." But what he projected were merely empty shells, without the corresponding abilities. Something was missing in between, and Shirou believed it might be the divine techniques of forging weapons. That was precisely what he lacked. And that very thing could be obtained in this world.
That was the Hestia Knife, forged by Hephaestus at Hestia's request. That blade contained divine techniques. Furthermore, although that blade was divinely forged, it did not contain divine power; it was a divine work created in the human world. Such a weapon was something Shirou could analyze. Once he acquired the divine techniques contained within that weapon, not only would Shirou's lacking techniques be supplemented, but his own forging skills would also increase linearly.
At that time, his forging characteristic would probably also improve! Then his strength would also increase, as a higher forging characteristic would mean improved performance for the weapons he forged. And then, thinking about how Bell would later draw away Goddess Freya's attention for him.
"This kid, Bell, is truly my lucky star!" Shirou thought.
In a secluded building at one corner of the Loki Familia headquarters, the constant sound of hammering echoed. This was Shirou's forge. As the Loki Familia's only blacksmith, and a high-level blacksmith with boundless potential, Loki naturally generously allocated him a dedicated space within the Familia for a forge.
This would make it more convenient for Familia members to commission Shirou. As time passed, the sky gradually darkened. Shirou, absorbed in his smithing, suddenly heard a voice from outside the forge.
"Hey, blacksmith, pay attention to the time, it's almost time for the celebration!"
"Thanks for the reminder, Bete!"
"Hmph! Who's reminding you? I was just passing by!"
"Right, right!"
Shirou then heard Bete grumbling and walking away. Shirou could only shake his head helplessly. He knew Bete wasn't an arrogant person. Although he was unfriendly to the weak in his words, that was because he hoped to constantly motivate them to strive for improvement. In the original story, Bell's transformation into a true hero was also related to Bete's provocations. It could be said that Bell's change perfectly aligned with Bete's inner desires. That was exactly what he wanted to do, even if it was done while he was drunk and unaware. At the same time, Lefiya in the original story was also provoked by him. Truly worthy of being a hero's blacksmith!
After Bete left, Shirou didn't leave immediately but continued to finish the item in his hands. It was a beautiful necklace, a celebration gift Shirou planned to give to Lefiya. Since Lefiya had already reached LV.4, this celebration banquet was also Lefiya's celebration.
"Finally finished! I didn't end up delaying the dinner after all!"
Looking at the beautiful necklace in his hand, Shirou put it away and returned to his room to wash up. He couldn't go to the celebration banquet after working all day. After a quick tidying up, Shirou put on casual clothes and left the Familia headquarters. Feeling the evening breeze and walking down the bustling street, Shirou couldn't help but sigh, "I guess I haven't really experienced Orario's nightlife much."
"Indeed, my life is still very structured. Three points a day: the Dungeon, the forge, and underground! What a fulfilling life!"
Shirou really enjoyed his current life. With his constant efforts, his strength was slowly increasing. And this was exactly what he desired.
Arriving at the Hostess of Fertility, Shirou saw that almost all the Familia members were already there. He said apologetically, "Sorry, sorry, I'm late!"
"It's okay, the celebration banquet hasn't started yet!" Hearing Riveria's words, Shirou smiled and sat in the empty seat next to her, then took out the gift he had prepared and handed it to Lefiya.
"Lefiya, congratulations on reaching LV.4!"
"Thank you, Brother!"
Lefiya took the gift from Shirou, gently opened it, and looking at the exquisite and beautiful necklace inside, her eyes seemed to sparkle like stars.
"I love it, thank you, Brother!"
"I made this with my own hands, you know. You have to treasure it well, understand?"
"Yes!"
Looking at the beautiful necklace in Lefiya's hands, the other girls in the Familia also had stars in their eyes. Envy filled everyone's gazes. Sensing their looks, Shirou could only helplessly say, "When everyone else levels up, I'll give gifts to all of you too."
Upon receiving Shirou's promise, the girls in the Familia cheered. Only Loki's eyes were filled with resentment: This guy is cheating on me right in front of my face? But unfortunately, no one was paying attention to Loki anymore. With Shirou's arrival, the celebration banquet finally began, and everyone burst into lively chatter and laughter. In this lively atmosphere, Shirou casually glanced over and saw him.
The white-haired boy.
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