Chapter 78: A Saint wish
The group was ready to relax as then heard something, they turned there head too see someone, she can be described as a perfect person, endowed with beauty and overflowing with charm She is a beautiful saint.
She has blue eyes and long purple hair, reaching below her waist, with a white, golden-frilled, short veil around her head. She wears a pair of blue earrings on each ear. A short, blue cloak draped over her shoulders is connected to a red collar. Her main piece of clothing is an unnatural one-piece, white dress with red trimmings, with wide sleeves, revealing its interior gray colors and rose-vine pattern. The dress is low cut, with an exposed trim-like section down the middle all the way down to her navel. In the skirt, it is split apart in two points, exposing her legs. A black belt is tied around her waist, connected to a golden ornament by the right hip, which drapes over the remainder of the belt all the way down to her ankles. In addition, Martha wears blue stockings, a set of green and golden gauntlets and grieves, and high-heeled sandals.
She holds in her right hand her signature staff: a golden pole with pink strips tied around it and with a silver and purple cross at the very top.
[ Insert Image of Saint Martha ]
The group looked at her ready to fight, as there eyes meet her she just looked at them
Jeane was the first to speak. "Who are you"
Martha looked at them and spoke. "I am Saint Martha, it is pleasure to meet all of you, in away that is"
Mozart couldn't help but catch on to that part. "What exactly do you mean by that, you being here, aren't you here too help us".
Martha just sighed as she looked at them. "I wish I was, but I was not summoned by the counter force"
Morgan eyes narrowed her. "So you were summoned by Jalter".
Martha looked at Morgan. "Yes I was, and it seems it was easy for you to figure it out"
Mash ready her shield going Infront of Ritsuka. "Miss Martha why are you here".
Martha spoke to them, but then she touched her head, as she spoke again. "I was sent to keep and eyes on your group, after the first incident with Jalter, right now I don't want so while I am figthing the madness enhancements of the Beserker class, I would like for you all to kill me".
The group was taken a back, as Martha onces again holder her head, as they looked at her.
Martha just smiled at them. "If there was away to switch sides... I would have, but at last this has too be done, also don't think this going to ve easy".
As from the forest they can hear sound of beat like creatures, as they looked like werewolf, as Ritsuka then saw Chaldea watched glow with the holographic image of Dr Romani
Dr Romani spoke to Ritsuka. "Be careful Ritsuka, This is Saint Martha who defeated a Dragon, people say it was Holy Prayer but I pretty sure she just punched too death"
The atmosphere grew tense as Martha stood there, her expression serene but laced with a sadness that sent a chill through the group. Her words were heavy, and despite her graceful demeanor, the ominous sense of danger was palpable.
Ritsuka's hand instinctively reached for his weapon, but before he could act, Mash stepped forward, her shield raised defensively. "Martha, you... you want us to kill you?" she asked, her voice full of disbelief. "Why? Why would you ask for that?"
Martha's smile never wavered, but there was a deep sadness in her eyes. "Because I'm not the person you think I am anymore. Jalter's influence... It's warping my mind, my soul. It's already starting to take hold, and soon, I'll be nothing but a puppet of destruction." She tightened her grip on her staff, the golden pole gleaming in the moonlight, a stark contrast to her somber tone. "If I fight you, I might hurt you. I might even kill some of you. And I can't let that happen."
Ritsuka clenched his fists, the weight of her words sinking in. "You're asking us to kill you to save you from yourself?"
Martha nodded slowly, her expression conflicted. "Yes. I don't want to be a weapon. I don't want to be a tool for Jalter's twisted desires. But I can't fight this alone anymore."
Jeanne stepped forward, her gaze unwavering but filled with concern. "We won't let you fall so easily, Saint Martha. There must be another way, something that doesn't involve... death." She glanced at Ritsuka, silently pleading for him to find another solution.
Ritsuka's mind raced. He could see the torment in Martha's eyes, but there had to be another way. "Martha," he said, his voice steady despite the weight of the situation, "If you want to be free of this, we can help you. We'll find a way to remove Jalter's influence without you having to die."
Martha's eyes flickered with a spark of hope, but she shook her head. "I wish it were that simple, Ritsuka. But time is running out for me, and the madness is spreading faster than I can contain it. I can already feel the darkness growing inside me." She looked at the group, her gaze lingering on each of them. "Please, if you won't kill me, at least don't hesitate when the time comes."
Before anyone could respond, the sound of the approaching werewolf-like creatures grew louder, the ground trembling beneath their feet. Ritsuka glanced at the group, silently signaling for them to prepare.
Dr. Romani's voice crackled through the holographic interface. "Ritsuka, be careful. Saint Martha is powerful, but if she's being controlled by Jalter's magic, her strength may be amplified by that madness. She's capable of more than just defeating a dragon—she could tear through your defenses if you're not careful."
Ritsuka turned to Martha, his eyes filled with determination. "We won't let you become a monster, Martha. We'll save you from Jalter, no matter what it takes."
The group braced themselves, preparing for the battle ahead. The werewolves were closing in, their growls echoing through the trees. Martha's expression softened, and she sighed, her grip on her staff loosening.
"I hope you're right, Ritsuka. I really do," she murmured, before her eyes suddenly darkened, the madness within her beginning to take hold once more.
With a fierce roar, the werewolves broke through the trees, charging towards them with unnatural speed. Martha's staff began to glow with a menacing light, and the air grew heavy with magic.
"Be ready," Ritsuka called to his team, his voice resolute. "This battle won't be easy, but we'll get through it together."
As the creatures surged forward, the group took their positions, each member prepared for the challenge ahead. The fate of Saint Martha hung in the balance, and Ritsuka knew they had to find a way to save her before it was too late.!
Ritsuka looked at the beast coming at them as he actived one of his skills
[ Skill Actived: Heartless Hole: Born from the user's hatred, this ability allows the user to summon black, heart-shaped objects that inflict damage on targeted enemies. This power is straightforward and effective in combat ]
Ritsuka blaster the heart as some of the beast, as they yalled, Marie summoned some crystal horse to attack, as Morgan and kama took down the side, Medusa moved stabbing and destroyedz Mozard true to his class took down his enemy with music and mage craft, as Martha tryed to attack Ritsuka she was blocked by Mash, as Ritsuka then used Mana Burst to sent a blast of Mana as she was sent back, Martha crashed to few tree before she got up, as Ritsuka looked at her
Ritsuka spokes in his mind. "System is there away I can help her".
[ Yes by using love touched you can removed the Madness enchanted, freeing her from Jalter influence, which means she can join you ]
Ritsuka smirk speaking in his mind. "Alright let's do it then, I just need to get close enough loves bind will keep her in place"
[....]
Ritsuka looked the system. "What is the problem"
[ Will um... For this to work she needs to be in your Harem, as Love's touch works best this way, hey you will get Level up Exp for this ]
Ritsuka just had a deadpan face, as he spoke to the system. "You know Harem system, I sometimes hate you".
[ Should I activate Seduction Aura and Charm of Lust ]
Ritsuka just sighed. "I will make it up to her by bonding naturally just do it".
[ Skill have been active best of luck host ]
Ritsuka took a deep breath, his eyes locked onto Martha as she recovered and glared at him, her body trembling with suppressed rage. He needed to get close enough, but he had to be cautious. As his hand moved toward her, he could feel the tension building in the air—the battle between the corrupted Martha and the woman she once was.
Martha raised her staff, her expression twisted with anger. She charged again, but this time, Ritsuka didn't hesitate. He rushed toward her, weaving through the remaining beasts. As he closed the distance, his heart pounded, knowing this was his one chance to free her.
The system's skills were ready to take effect, but the real test would be in his hands. Would Martha accept him? Would she allow him to save her, or would she remain a puppet to Jalter's twisted magic?
Time seemed to slow as Ritsuka reached her, and with a soft, steady motion, he reached out and touched her. The air shimmered with the power of the Love's Touch skill, and for a brief moment, everything went still.
Martha's eyes narrowed as she felt the effect of Ritsuka's power washing over her. She took a step back, clearly straining to resist the grip of Madness Enhancement. "What… what are you trying to pull here, Fujimaru? Because… it's kind of working," she murmured, her voice both hesitant and bewildered.
Around them, the battlefield grew silent as everyone paused, taking in the strange, vulnerable shift in Martha's tone. Kama smirked, understanding all too well what Ritsuka was attempting. Morgan's eyes gleamed knowingly, recognizing the familiar charm and subtle influence at play. The two exchanged a glance, but neither spoke up, curious to see how Ritsuka's approach would play out.
Medusa, on the other hand, watched in slight confusion, feeling an odd sense of déjà vu, as if she'd witnessed Ritsuka pull off a similar stunt before. But she decided to let things unfold, sensing this was something Ritsuka needed to do his own way.
Ritsuka kept his hand extended toward Martha, his expression calm but determined. "I'm here to help you, Martha. I know this isn't really you," he said, his voice gentle yet firm. "You don't have to fight alone. Let me help you break free."
A flicker of doubt crossed her face, and for a moment, the darkness clouding her eyes seemed to waver. She looked at him, her grip tightening on her staff as she fought between Jalter's influence and her own will. Her voice softened as she spoke, almost as if she were pleading. "Do you really… believe you can help me?"
Ritsuka gave a nod, holding her gaze steadily. "Yes. You don't have to be controlled. You're stronger than that, Martha. Fight it, and come back to us."
Slowly, the tension in Martha's stance eased as she seemed to let his words sink in. The Madness Enhancement fought back, but with Ritsuka's Love's Touch still pulsing between them, Martha's own spirit began to overpower the dark influence. Her hand trembled as she raised it toward Ritsuka, taking a step closer, the last remnants of her Berserker rage fading.
With one last surge of defiance, she let out a deep breath, and the darkness clouding her gaze lifted. She looked up at him, exhausted but smiling faintly. "I… I'm free. Thank you, Ritsuka."
Kama and Morgan exchanged a glance, visibly impressed by his success. They'd both expected him to manage it, but seeing it firsthand was something else entirely.
Kama just mentally spoke to Morgan. "Ready for the new Harem sister Morgan".
Morgan mentally spoke back. "Now he has saint in his harem, Kama I am blaming your Harem system for this".
Kama laughed as she spoke again. "Hey he is the one who is attracting all these woman's, I am so proud of my husband".
As they were mentally speaking, Martha looked at Ritsuka, Ritsuka saw the systme notification saying that Martha has joined his harem, as then Martha came close to him.
Marthe smiled at him and spoke. "Thank you, Master of Chaldea".
Ritsuka scratched the back of his head. "No problem, I just wanted to help"
Marthe then grabbed his face as she smoke. "Let's me give you something".
As then Infront of everyone she kissed him, Mash and Jeane looked away, Mozart laughed and raised and eyebrows, Medusa was shocked not supirse, Morgan just rolled her eyes, Kama laughed, and Marie she got jealous.
Ritsuka face was bit shocked as she saw him. "Wasn't that a bit too Fast".
Kama's laughter echoed in Ritsuka's mind as she took in the scene with undeniable amusement. "Morgan, I have to say, he's adapting to the harem life a lot quicker than we expected, don't you think?"
Morgan gave a resigned sigh. "Only you would find pride in this, Kama. But yes, it's impressive… in a completely chaotic way." Her eyes flicked to Ritsuka, who was still reeling from not one but two kisses. She couldn't help a small smile at his dumbfounded expression. "At least he's learning the value of diplomacy."
Meanwhile, Martha gave him a playful smile, enjoying the lighthearted moment after the intense battle. "I don't think that was too fast at all. Sometimes, we Saints have to be direct," she teased, leaving him with a wink.
Before he could process her words, Marie leaned in with a grin, taking her chance. "Well, I can't let a Saint outshine me," she said with a laugh before she leaned in and kissed him, leaving Ritsuka's brain completely fried. When she pulled back, she flashed him a mischievous smile. "There. Now it's official."
Mash and Jeanne blushed furiously, turning away as if they hadn't just witnessed all of that. Mozart, on the other hand, chuckled in approval, tipping his imaginary hat at Ritsuka. "I must say, you have a gift, Ritsuka. What an extraordinary maestro of affection you are."
Medusa shook her head with a slight smile, half-shocked, half-amused. "Somehow, I'm not surprised… just more amazed every time."
Kama's mental voice chimed in again, her tone filled with delight. "Well done, Master. Two new harem members in one go! It's a proud day. And as a bonus, you're still conscious—well, almost."
The system notification blinked in his vision, congratulating him and adding Marie to his growing list of companions. The message concluded with a humorous quip:
[System: Congratulations, Host! Two new harem members added. Harem System level-up imminent. Don't worry, only you, Creator (Kama), and Morgan can see this... though we may need to check if you're conscious enough to read it... Ah, he's out. Rest well, Host.]
And with that, the flustered Ritsuka finally let his mind shut down from the shock, leaving the group laughing and rolling their eyes at their overwhelmed Master.
To be continued
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