Chapter 588: Inheritor

After reaching the moon, Edward began observing and analyzing. From what he remembered from the Nasuverse, the moon was a supercomputer called the Moon Cell created by an alien civilization with a database on par with the Root. However, after analyzing the thing, he discovered it was a regular moon.

“It seems I have to reach another timeline,” he muttered before leaving, returning to Tohsaka’s mansion.

“You’re back already?” asked Tohsaka. He said goodbye to them an hour ago and might not return for a few months. “Did something happen?”

“Something urgent happened, and I might need to leave early,” replied Edward, who took out a blue gem. “I wanted to do this in case I didn’t have a chance.”

“What...is this?” Tohsaka, despite her reluctance, had accepted that he would leave and not return.

“This gem will grant you control of the Sixth True Magic after I leave. It’s my final gift to you.”

“Are you serious?”

“I don’t need to lie about that.”

“But, don’t you need it?” asked Tohsaka.

“I’m going to a faraway place, and this thing is useless to me.”

“Can I go with you?”

“Unfortunately, that’s not possible,” replied Edward. His relationship with Akasha is purely business. She allowed him to enter and do things; in exchange, he provided her universe with more possibilities. However, Edward cannot take people with him. Scathatch is an exception because the world has rejected her existence, so she has to live in the Land of Shadows.

“I see. Will I see you again?”

“Maybe.”

“What’s with the hesitation? Are you going to die?” asked Tohsaka hurriedly.

“No, but the world is about to enter a terrible period,” sighed Edward. “If we can survive the initial chaos, we might have a chance to meet again.”

“What do you mean by that?” Tohsaka found those words ominous. She knew how powerful the Arcane Emperor was, and he had said he might not survive.

“That’s all I can say for now. I'm giving you this magic to increase your chances of survival,” explained Edward. “Oh, and one last thing: I still need to use the true magic for a while. So, when the gem lights blue, you truly inherit its power.”

“It will also mean you’ve left,” she added.

Edward looked her in the eyes, “I don’t have any children of my own except for an adopted daughter.” He smiled as he remembered the kind and mischievous Charmy. Edward walked to her side.

“Yes, unlike your variants with different personalities, memories, and experiences, I am the same as you in almost every way. However, I exist for only one purpose — spread your legend.”

“You seem rather too accepting of your destiny.”

Fate Edward shrugged, “Akasha created me too well. I know I cannot resist, so I can only accept my fate.”

“Is Akasha so powerful?”

“Akasha herself might not be much, but the person controlling or creating her—that’s another story.”

Edward’s eyes squinted, “Give me a rough estimate.”

“Between Tier 12 to 14.”

“I never expected that,” he sighed. “So, why did you bring me here? If I remember correctly, tomorrow is the day you die.”

“I summon you to give you a few things and, hopefully, shorten your trip in this world.”

“Is this Akasha’s way of saying I’m no longer welcome?” asked Edward.

“You can say that. Follow me.”

“Can I ask you a question?”

“Do you want to know whether our queens exist in this reality?” asked Fate Edward.

“Yes.”

“They do, and they don’t,” he replied. “Their possibilities exist in this world as part of your legend, but the real variant won’t exist until they visit this world.”

“Do you recommend I send them here?” asked Edward with a frown.

“I do. They should come and attempt to create a True Magic before leaving. It will benefit them in the long run.”

“How do I know you’re not a pawn of Akasha to lure my family into this world.”

“This is merely a suggestion,” said Fate Edward calmly. “You can gather more information before making an informed decision.”

“True.”

“We’re here,” said Fate Edward, showing them a few gems lying on a table.