"Well... these are not unacceptable. Irisviel, you don't want to affect too many innocent people, right?"
Regarding Irisviel agreeing to the restrictions on the use of the Noble Phantasm proposed by Tokiomi Tohsaka, Illya nodded in understanding.
"Well, the Holy Grail War has caused enough tragedies..."
Irisviel's mood seemed a little low. Indeed, the several Holy Grail Wars have brought many tragedies to the people living in Dongmu City, although as time goes by, people have almost forgotten them.
. But this does not change the sad fact. What's more, Irisviel's existence itself is a tragedy caused by the Holy Grail War.
"Uh...ah! By the way, you'd better tell me in detail about the alliance!"
Unexpectedly, her casual words would have such an effect. Illya immediately changed the topic, hoping that Irisviel could also change her mood.
"Well, the specific thing is that both of us act independently to defeat our respective goals. During this period, the two sides are not allowed to attack each other, nor are they allowed to interfere with other people's strategies."
Irisviel's psychological quality is still very good. She only paused for a moment to adjust her mood and explained the details of the alliance to Illya.
"Oh? So, this alliance is actually a non-aggression pact? Isn't that quite simple? However, I just don't know what Tokiomi Tohsaka is thinking about. Does he think that Archer alone can fight the war?
Can you beat me and Saber?"
Illya couldn't understand Tokiomi Tosaka's thoughts, and what happened next was beyond her ability to predict. After all, this Holy Grail War has changed because of Illya's formal participation in the war. As an authority figure, Illya is
It is no longer possible to maintain the "clearness" of bystanders.
"There is one more important question..."
Although Illya gradually became lost in the "chess game" because she became a person in authority, as a bystander, she could still see some problems clearly to a certain extent.
"Can Tosaka Tokiomi really decide 100% about Kotomine Kirei? Will Kotomine Kirei really withdraw from the Holy Grail War?"
"this……"
At this time, Irisviel also became a little uncertain. Although magicians attach great importance to the relationship between master and apprentice, since there are people in this world who can betray family ties, then there is no one who can betray master and apprentice.
The existence of loving people is not impossible.
"Didn't Kiritsugu regard him as his biggest competitor from the beginning? So do you think Kiritsugu's feeling would be wrong? Since he is his biggest enemy, how could he retreat so easily?"
"Holy is right! Irisviel, we cannot let down our guard against that man because of this!"
After thorough consideration, Saber also agreed with Illya's statement. When they were at Tomu Church, Kotomine Kirei's strong and unwilling eyes clearly fell in Saber's eyes. What's more, Saber, with her keenness,
I also found that Kotomine Kirei was not willing to give in, but at the same time he was hiding some emotions.
"Yes, I understand. That is to say, we must always be prepared for the possibility of Kotomine Kirei's counterattack. At that time, I will discuss it with Kiritsugu and listen to his side of the story."
After the persuasion of the two Servants, Irisviel also took this matter seriously.
――――Plot division――――
In the early morning, Emiya Kiritsugu arrived at everyone's stronghold.
Illya, Saber and Kuu Maiya consciously walked out, leaving space for the two people who were in love and in pain.
"Hey! Saber, you still don't agree with Kiritsugu, right?"
Feeling a little bored, Illya approached Saber, who had been cold-faced ever since Emiya Kiritsugu showed up.
"...Yes. I can't agree with Kiritsugu's actions, just like he can't agree with me."
After being silent for a while, Saber chose to answer truthfully.
"Speaking of which, you two are really interesting. You both carry out justice in your own hearts, but your methods are completely polarizing."
Illya raised the corners of her mouth, feeling amused that the two had the same ideas but had polarizing approaches.
"No matter what ideas Kiritsugu holds, his approach is definitely wrong! Justice accomplished by sacrificing other people's ideas without any scruples is definitely not true justice!"
Saber still disagrees with Emiya Kiritsugu's actions as always.
"Yesterday...when Kiritsugu appeared, I felt that something irreversible was going to happen. Fortunately, you are here..."
In response to Saber's speech, Illya selectively responded stupidly.
"Yesterday? What happened yesterday? I didn't do anything! Kiritsugu just came to check on the situation."
Illya believes that if the relationship between Saber and Emiya Kiritsugu continues to deteriorate, it will definitely not be a good thing for all of them participating in the Holy Grail War.
"Don't lie to me, just think about it for a moment and you will know what Kiritsugu was planning to do...holy, tell me, Kiritsugu was going to kill Lancer's master, right? And he definitely arranged it.
Okay, what’s the quickest way to kill the Lancer?”
Although Saber is a little stubborn, she is not a fool, not to mention that as a king, Saber has a lot of wisdom, so she can easily figure out all this.
"Tch! Now that you know everything, why do you still ask me?"
Illya waved her hands in disappointment, because her talk became a bit self-defeating.
"I just wanted to make sure."
"confirm?"
"Yes, if the other masters are all seeking the Holy Grail for their own selfish desires, I think the Holy Grail should be obtained by Kiritsugu. For this reason, I have no objection to becoming his 'sword'."
While answering in a suppressed tone, Saber frowned as if she couldn't hide her distress.
"...But I hope that it is enough for me to become the 'Sword'. I do not want to get involved in Kiritsugu's actions again."
Saber said, clenching her palms into a fist.
"Now we need to stage a battle that has to make Kiritsugu feel recognized. As Servants, we can win without getting the Master's hands dirty, right? The remaining three Servants cannot defeat us no matter what.
of."
"...Really? Then I hope you can carry this idea through to the end, no matter what facts you will see..."
Illya nodded with unclear meaning after hearing the words. Regarding Saber's statement, she neither chose to agree nor disagree, but just left the other party with a meaningful word.
"Fact? What fact?"
Saber doesn't understand what Illya means, at least not yet.
"Haha, if I were to tell you instead of verifying it with your own eyes, then it would not be your truth... So, you should stop thinking about getting answers from me!"
"Holy, what do you mean..."
Before Saber could finish her question, she was interrupted by Illya.
"Saber, I'm going to go out and spy on Berserker's movements. That guy has been completely hidden since the last defeat. This is really a big hidden danger. Go and tell Irisviel, and I'll come back in the evening!"
Before Saber had time to react, Illya's figure had already crossed the gate and disappeared into many houses. Then, in Saber's perception, even Illya's breath disappeared.
This chapter has been completed!