Tree King: What? I've become the Abundant Pharmacist?

Chapter 460 Holy Grail War

The golden moment.

"Don't rush, everyone gets one."

"One at a time!"

A long queue formed in front of Sangbo's stall.

The "payment successful" notification sound on his phone never stopped.

"We accept card payments, cash, checks, and electronic payments."

Sambo kept shouting and earning more this time than he had made from swindling and cheating in Belleburg before.

"Looks like you've made quite a bit of money."

A voice suddenly sounded behind Sambo.

"That's because the cost is almost zero..."

As they were talking, Sambo suddenly noticed something was wrong.

He slowly turned his head, and Eve's stunningly beautiful face gradually came into view.

“Hi~ Sister Eve...” Sangbo’s tone was a little stiff.

"Let me explain..."

Sambo covered his head, already prepared to be beaten.

"Okay, go ahead, I'm listening."

Eve crossed her arms and slowly sat down, supported by vines growing from behind her.

"Huh? You didn't just hit me?"

Sambo slowly removed his hand, surprised that Eve didn't attack directly this time.

The crowd not far away erupted in cheers the moment Eve appeared.

"That really is Ms. Eve!"

"My God! I can't believe I saw her here!"

"Sure enough, this stall is connected!"

"Didn't you hear? What did the boss just call her? Sister Eve! My God! What a relationship!!"

For a time, everyone's imagination ran wild, and even rumors spread that Sambo was the actual manager of Pinocchio.

"It seems you've spread a lot of rumors in such a short time."

Eve looked at the many souvenirs on the stall with a gaze that could practically shred Sambo.

"Haha, just, just making a little money to supplement the family income." Sambo rubbed his hands together.

“Perfect timing, Pinocchio is also lacking household items.” Eve held out her hand.

“This…” Sangbo hesitated.

The next second, a vine tied him upside down.

The familiar feeling washed over him, and Sangbo immediately shouted at the top of his lungs:

"Sister Eve, I was wrong! I promise I won't do it again!!"

"This won't do. We've already logged in, how can we not claim the reward?"

Eve reached out, and two vines as thick as bowls stretched out towards her.

"Wait, wait, wait! I have a treasure!" Sambo shouted.

"Baby?" Eve became somewhat interested.

"Sister Eve, could you put me down first so we can talk?" Sangbo said obsequiously.

Eve thought for a moment, "You know, if I find out you're lying to me, it's very likely that the login reward will become a return reward."

"Login rewards changed to return rewards? What does that mean?" Sangbo didn't understand.

"It means you go out and fly around for a bit, then come back to claim your 100 free draws upon logging in," Eve said with a smile.

“This…” Sangbo swallowed hard.

Indeed, it's best not to mess with Sister Eve.

"Of course, how could I possibly lie to you!"

Sambo fell off the vines, immediately got up, and took a golden Holy Grail out of his pocket.

"Look, this is the treasure I risked my life to retrieve from the tavern, the Saint..."

"The Holy Grail?" Eve frowned slightly.

"Huh? Eve, you actually know this?" Sangbo asked, looking puzzled.

He hadn't even started his deception when people saw through it already. That's not right.

"There's something like this here? Well, at least they have the third generation of Honkai Impact 3rd."

As someone who had been a transmigrator twice, Eve recognized what it was at a glance.

The Holy Grail.

It is a miraculous relic originating from the legends of Christ. Within the Christian world, there are many tales of travelers searching for the Holy Grail. Then, when the Holy Grail appears and is deemed "real" by the Church, a battle for it naturally erupts. The battles fought for the Holy Grail as a sacred relic are the Holy Grail War in its broadest sense.

And with the Holy Grail came the Holy Grail War.

The Summoning Ritual: Heroic Spirit Summoning is this part.

Originally, the "Summoning Ritual: Heroic Spirit Summoning" was a decisive magic technique used to save the primate world. Seven Heroic Spirits—Grand Servants—standing at the pinnacle of the seven attributes would appear to vanquish the great calamity hindering the development of the primate world. However, for their own convenience, humanity downgraded this magic into a summoning system, which became the Holy Grail War.

The seven Servants are: Saber, Lancer, Archer, Rider, Caster, Assassin, and Berserker.

"You're saying you stole this from the tavern?" Eve asked.

Eve felt the power emanating from the Holy Grail.

It is indeed genuine and can be used to summon Heroic Spirits.

“Oh, Sister Eve, what are you talking about stealing? How can you call a fool’s act stealing? That’s called taking.” Sambo said obsequiously.

"So, what do you think of this?" Sambo continued to ask.

Eve looked at the thing and a new idea suddenly popped into her head.

Or, this could be used to let those in Pinocchio who still harbor illusions know what reality is.

"Alright, you can get lost now. If there's a next time, I'll make you take the return battle order."

Eve took the Holy Grail.

"Okay, I'm off!"

Sambo resolutely carried out Eve's instructions, curling himself into a ball and rolling away.

Just then, March 7th and Xing ran over.

"Eve, why did you leave without saying a word?" March 7 asked, panting heavily.

"Here, come and deliver the login reward."

After Eve finished speaking, March 7th noticed Sambo rolling away.

"Uh... it's Sambo again, that makes sense."

The moment I saw Sambo, my heart, which had been hanging in suspense, finally died.

"By the way, what's that in your hand?" March 7 asked curiously.

“This?” Eve looked at the Holy Grail floating in her hand and smiled slightly.

"secret."

You'll find out in a few days.

"Hmph! Riddler!" March 7th stomped his feet in anger.

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a few days later.

A bombshell announcement instantly sent Pinocchio into a frenzy.

A well-produced promotional video quickly flooded Pinocchio's cyberspace.

Eve's voice slowly appeared along with the animation of the Holy Grail.

"Everyone...you must have heard of the legend of the 'Holy Grail,' right?"

“In the vast universe, there are countless such rumors: seekers embark on arduous journeys in pursuit of a miracle that can turn their wishes into reality.”

"But very few people are fortunate enough to witness its existence. Now, I will offer you an opportunity to witness it—"

"I brought the Holy Grail, the all-powerful wish-granting machine that can grant any wish, to Pinocchio."

"Of course, the right to make a wish is incredibly precious. Just like most competitions in life, to get what you want, you have to compete with other rivals!"

"The Holy Grail will summon the heroic spirits of the most outstanding figures in Pinocchio's history, bringing them back to life—and you, the brave dreamer, will become the Master, commanding these Servants to fight until the last one survives!"

At the end of the promotional video, an announcement appeared.

Pinocone - Official Announcement

Date: Astrological year 8098

Number: PNC-AC-8098-

Subject: Official Announcement Regarding Ms. Eve Hosting the "Holy Grail War"

Dear guests from around the world, distinguished guests of Pinocone:

Led by Ms. If and hosted by Mr. Sunday, and in conjunction with the Church of Life and the Interstellar Peace Corporation, we hereby announce that the Holy Grail War will officially commence on [Date] at the Pinocchio Golden Hour Theater.

I. Background and Purpose of the Activity

The Holy Grail is a legendary wish-granting machine capable of granting any desire, its power originating from the resonance between dreams and memories. With extraordinary courage and resources, Ms. Eve has introduced the power of the Holy Grail to Pinocchio, aiming to create a top-tier tournament that integrates dream technology, memory calculation, and Heroic Spirit summoning mechanics. This Holy Grail War upholds the principle of "competing for dreams, rewarding wishes," providing participants with a competitive experience that transcends reality and an opportunity to fulfill their long-cherished desires.

II. Participation Rules and Competition Format

1. Eligibility for Participation:

Pinocchio is randomly distributed throughout the entire territory, and anyone has the potential to become a Master.

2. Competition Format:

It employs a seven-class Servant summoning system (Saber/Archer/Lancer/Rider/Caster/Assassin/Berserker), where each Master must fight alongside their Servant and determine the winner through duels.

Battles support core mechanics such as the "Command Seal System," "Noble Phantasm Unleashing," and "Class Advantage."

III. Activity Rewards

Winner's Privilege: Gain the right to make a wish upon the Holy Grail (any wish).

"Compete for true desires amidst beautiful dreams, and forge a legend with the spirit of heroes!"

This competition is sponsored by the Strategic Investment Department of Interstellar Peace Corporation.

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The moment the news broke, it ignited the enthusiasm of the entire Pinocchio organization.

Not only does it possess the Holy Grail, capable of granting all desires, but everyone can participate in it.

Because the number of spots is random.

Moreover, this is a great opportunity to get up close and personal with Ms. Eve.

Soon, the seven participants in the Holy Grail War were randomly selected.

A reporter from Pinocchio is interviewing one of the Masters.

The reporter faced the camera, and standing next to her was Xing.

"As a star of the previous Pinocchio event, you were the center of attention."

"And now, the unprecedented first-ever 'Holy Grail War' of Pinocchio is about to begin, and the Trail Blazers are once again in everyone's sight!"

"Come on, sis, show the audience what that thing on your hand is called... what's it called again... a tattoo?"

Hoshino helplessly raised her hand, "It's a Command Seal!"

Reporter: "That's right! 'Command Seals'! As proof of being chosen to participate in the 'Holy Grail War,' I've heard that with its power, it can command famous figures in Pinocchio's history to fight for you!"

"If you successfully obtain the Holy Grail, what wish would you wish for?"

"My wish is to have two more wishes!" Xing said excitedly.

The reporter looked somewhat embarrassed. "This seems a bit like a bug."

"So, are you confident that you will be the final winner of the Holy Grail War?" the reporter continued to ask.

"I don't want to win, and I don't want anyone else to win either," Xing said seriously.

"By the way, which legendary figure from Pinocchio's history are you planning to summon?" the reporter continued.

"Is it the legendary tycoon Hicks, the famous director Francis, or the famous writer Lyman?"

"Who are these people?" Xing scratched the back of his head.

"Haha, it seems our Master has other ideas too." The reporter laughed awkwardly.

"By the way, could you tell me about the participants in this Holy Grail War? I heard that the famous Lady Eve will also be participating. Is that true?" the reporter continued.

“It’s true.” Xing nodded.

"With Eve's strength, it seems she could wipe out the entire field without even needing Servants, right?" the reporter continued to ask.

"So it seems Eve's mom created some kind of dream clone that limits power, but it's all very fair," Xing said after thinking for a moment.

"I see, Ms. Eve is very thoughtful," the reporter said with satisfaction.

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the other side.

"The Holy Grail, an all-powerful wish-granting machine that can grant any wish—sounds like some clumsy business scam, or a trick that can only fool people in a backwater like Arillow-VI?"

"But now, Director Eve has given it the right touch of reality."

Jade looked at the promotional video.

"So, you believe that this 'omnipotent wish-granting machine' really exists?" Sand Gold asked.

“Of course, after all, it has the endorsement of Director Eve.” Emerald nodded.

"Throughout the universe, rituals that manipulate the power of destiny to achieve 'miracles' are not uncommon. Isn't the 'mortgage contract' I sign with someone also a ritual that helps people's wishes come true? As for the foundation we've been given... it's even more so."

"So, you think I should participate in this game?"

Sand Gold revealed the incantation on his wrist.

"I am indeed interested in the Holy Grail War—but not in the Holy Grail itself, but in those who are moved by miracles and join the contest."

"Furthermore, Director Eve has already given us private instructions, and this is also the intention of the Diamond Manager."

"This game needs our participation, and the market development department has also sent people, so..."

“I understand, Lady Jade.” Sand Gold nodded.

"The 'Holy Grail' can only satisfy one lucky individual, while 'Ciyu Pawnbroking'... no, the company's 'Strategic Investment Department' can fulfill the wishes of all of them."

"Our future strategy needs more friends."

Sand Gold nodded. "Of course I know, Lady Emerald, but the way you brand the competition qualification seals on your body is really unpleasant..."

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