Typemoon: Starting Out as the Lion King's Personal Knight

["A Servant has appeared, and it's even a top-tier Spirit Origin!"]

Romani, unable to see the scene directly, immediately issued a warning.

"Yes, Doctor! We've seen the Servant. She's a very beautiful big sister!"

Mash, who had barely regained her composure, exclaimed in surprise. Even Ritsuka Fujimaru, standing beside her, offered their evaluation: "She seems like a beauty of the same type as Da Vinci."

Even Alaric was momentarily captivated by the stunning figure that had suddenly appeared.

Her long, jet-black hair flowed with the wind, and her heavily modified monk's attire accentuated her youthful, feminine figure. Her ample curves bounced slightly with each step she took.

Although she was still ten meters away, Alaric seemed to catch a faint scent of sandalwood.

"Master Sanzang, why are you running around the mountains like a monkey?"

Alaric smiled as he addressed Sanzang, whom he hadn't seen in a long time.

The newcomer was none other than Xuanzang Sanzang, who had been missing for quite some time.

Ever since Alaric had killed Ozymandias a month ago, there had been no sign of Sanzang.

According to descriptions from Gawain and others, Sanzang had resigned from the Lion King's service during the time Alaric left the Holy City and headed for the desert.

She had vanished without saying goodbye.

Alaric had searched for her multiple times but to no avail, and he had eventually given up—only to unexpectedly encounter her today at this location.

"Sir Alaric, you know this lady?!"

Mash, ever sharp, had once again picked up on the familiar atmosphere that Alaric's socialite charm often exuded.

"Yes, I know her. This is Xuanzang Sanzang, a young monk and a super-powerful Servant!"

As Sanzang approached, Alaric began introducing her to Ritsuka Fujimaru, Mash, and the others.

The revelation that the legendary Xuanzang Sanzang was a beautiful woman left both Mash and Ritsuka stunned.

Even Bedivere, standing nearby, couldn't help but sigh in amazement: "I never imagined Xuanzang Sanzang would look like this. Truly surprising!"

["Huh? So this is Xuanzang Sanzang! No wonder she has such a top-tier Spirit Origin. The legendary Sanzang is said to have already attained enlightenment as a high monk, so this must be a version of her from before she reached enlightenment."]

Romani, momentarily shocked, quickly analyzed Sanzang's current state. Seeing how warmly she conversed with Ritsuka and the others, he immediately sensed the possibility of Sanzang joining their team as a new ally.

If Sanzang joined their ranks, it would alleviate the disruptions caused by ALaric's damaged sword!

"Master Sanzang, are you traveling alone?"

Alaric noticed that Sanzang had no companions with her. Knowing her personality, it was strange for someone like her to endure solitude. How had she managed to live alone in these desolate mountains for a whole month?

"Well, I've been staying in a village. I was their guest!"

Sanzang smiled as she explained her past month and the reason for her presence here: "Then, the village chief—who seemed like an important figure—said they had been attacked and asked me to investigate."

A village, huh?

Alaric was aware of the many villages scattered across the mountainous region, formed either by the native mountain people or refugees fleeing from the outside world.

Sanzang had likely taken shelter in the nearest village, which allowed her to arrive here so quickly.

If Alaric hadn't intervened or had come just a little later, Sanzang would likely have fought Mordred.

"Oh, right, Master Sanzang, let me introduce you. This is Fujimaru Ritsuka, the last Master of humanity and the destined companion you've been waiting for.

We're about to engage in a decisive battle with the Lion King and the Knights of the Round Table to restore this world."

"Huh? But doing so—"

Sanzang hesitated for a moment before smiling: "If this is your choice, then as your teacher, I must help you!

I believe this is the reason I was brought here. The Bodhisattvas and the Buddha are still guiding me!"

If the Hassan of the Cursed Arm had made his resolve clear by leading them to meet the Old Man of the Mountain, then this was Alaric's way of showing his determination to Sanzang.

Even if it meant death, they would achieve salvation.

This was a request Sanzang, who had spent several months with Alaric, could not refuse.

"For my foolish disciple, I must work hard too!"

Sanzang's expression turned determined.

After a brief conversation, Sanzang accepted their invitation to join the team.

Seeing Sanzang successfully join, Ritsuka and Mash couldn't help but feel elated. Mash, curious, asked, "Sir Alaric, since Master Sanzang called you her disciple, does that mean you've apprenticed under her?"

"Teaching me was a great kindness, so of course, she's my teacher.

What do you think? Isn't my teacher even better than the one in the legends?"

Alaric placed his arm around Sanzang's shoulder, a hint of pride on his face.

"Oh wow! Master Sanzang is definitely different from the books!"

Just as Alaric expected, Mash played along enthusiastically, bantering back and forth with him.

["With Sanzang joining us, we now have the equivalent of three Knights of the Round Table on our side.

This gives us the advantage!"]

Romani exclaimed excitedly: ["The Lion King's side only has three left, and Agravain is just a civil official. His combat power must be limited!"]

"Does this mean we still need to meet the Old Man of the Mountain?"

Ritsuka asked.

Even now, she was unwilling to let the Cursed Arm sacrifice himself.

"Yes, we do. The more allies we have, the better. Plus, the Cursed Arm has wanted to meet the Old Man of the Mountain for some time now. He's brought it up multiple times over the past six months."

Alaric dismissed Ritsuka's hesitation and added, "As the Cursed Arm said, Miss Ritsuka, please don't trample on our resolve.

When facing the King, no one can precisely calculate the strength needed to win. What we need is to gather all the top-tier combat power we can muster."

There was no more time for Ritsuka to waver on such matters. Alaric knew that time was running out after he had made his move. Just one more Holy Judgment from the Lion King could cause devastating casualties.

But Ritsuka's response did not disappoint. As the last Master of humanity, she possessed extraordinary willpower and had consistently demonstrated excellent judgment in weighing the greater good.

Even if it caused her immense inner pain, she continued to move forward.

"Then, we'll leave it to you, Cursed Arm!"

Ritsuka solemnly addressed the Cursed Arm Hassan: "Please, take us to meet the Old Man of the Mountain!"

"This is my duty, Lady Fujimaru. Think nothing of it."

The Cursed Arm Hassan smiled.

After this brief interlude, Mash suddenly asked, "Sir Alaric, what about the second matter you wanted to talk about? What is it?"

The arrival of Sanzang had interrupted Alaric earlier. Since Alaric had deemed it as important as their inability to defeat Gawain, Mash believed it must be something extraordinary.

"I forgot."

"..."