The Battle of Heroes and Kings

Thank you...

Hearing Cú Chulainn say that, Shirou secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Although the guy's words weren't very pleasant, he knew that this meant the other party was going to let them go, and that the other party wasn't some kind of murderer or evil person.

After understanding the situation, he thanked them and then, without hesitation, took Shinji and Karen's hands and climbed onto the iron frame of the Fuyuki City Bridge, trying to get as far away as possible from the battlefield that was about to begin below.

The moment he climbed up, Shirou and the other two couldn't help but widen their eyes and exclaim in disbelief.

What are you doing here?!

They stared in disbelief as Rovey appeared atop the metal frame, popcorn in his hand.

"I've been here the whole time. I was here when you were all trembling with fear."

Rovey glanced at them and explained.

Cú Chulainn said the location for the duel would be the Fuyuki City Bridge, so he was bound to come here. He had planned to bring Shirou and the others, but they all ran off on their own. However, Rovey didn't expect that they would also happen to end up here.

And so, Rovey witnessed firsthand the deep bond of their friendship.

Even if you're terrified, should you still step forward?

No wonder Kirei Kotomine likes this kid so much.

Isn't that exactly what a champion of justice looks like?

What Emiya Kiritsugu spent half his life trying to understand, this kid put into practice right away.

Because he knew Cú Chulainn well, and because he had been keeping an eye on him, Rovey didn't immediately stop him when he scared the three little guys. Instead, he wanted to see what they would do.

Based on the current final results...

It was pretty good; it didn't disappoint me.

So, to the astonishment of Shirou and the others, Rovey Projection three cushions and three blankets, and tossed them to them.

He gestured for quiet, saying the real show was about to begin.

He's going to make a phone call now, so don't bother him unless it's important. And cherish this opportunity; after all, the battle ahead won't be something they see easily.

The evening breeze is actually quite strong up here, so young people should be careful not to catch a cold.

So, Shirou and the other two, still looking bewildered, wrapped themselves in blankets and then cowered, too afraid to speak.

At this moment, only Cú Chulainn below, looking at the moonlight above, grew increasingly impatient.

Didn't we agree to meet at the Fuyuki City Bridge at 8 PM tonight?

It's past 8 o'clock, why haven't we seen anyone yet?

Is that guy playing a trick on me?

Just as Cú Chulainn began to doubt himself, suddenly, at the end of this thin mist, accompanied by the roar of an engine, a black sports car drove in, then performed a huge tail swing, drifted into the arena, and came to a steady stop on the Fuyuki City Bridge.

Upon seeing this, Cú Chulainn's lips curled into a smile, and he couldn't help but tighten his grip on the magic spear.

This guy finally arrived...

I've been waiting for so long, I'm almost getting impatient.

Chapter 388 The Battle of Heroes and Kings

The evening breeze carried fallen leaves, and the fallen leaves carried a message; on the Fuyuki Bridge at night, an unusual scent permeated the air.

"Yes, it's the aura of a decisive battle."

On the metal rack, Rovey handed the popcorn in his hand to the people next to him, asking the three of them if they wanted some.

However, the three people next to him were all focused on the bridge below and had no interest in Rovey asking if they wanted popcorn.

A light mist rose from the Fuyuki City Bridge.

Night, moonlight, steel bridge, ancient heroes.

No matter how you look at it, this place is full of elements that a decisive battle should have, and the tension in the air adds a strange flavor of fate.

This made even the three bystanders tense.

They stared intently at Cú Chulainn below, and at the black sports car that drifted into the arena, anticipating the upcoming battle.

At this moment, as Cú Chulainn looked at the black sports car that had drifted in but was still late, the corners of his mouth, which had been downturned, unconsciously turned up slightly.

Who says two legs can never outrun four wheels?

See? You won the race!

From then on, if anyone said such things again, Cú Chulainn would be the first to object.

Even after he arrived, he still had time to make a phone call and freeze the unsold salted fish. Doesn't that mean he still has plenty to spare?

Indeed, sports cars are all just illusions; a true hero can only trust his own two hardworking legs.

As the most agile Lancer, Cú Chulainn thought to himself with smug satisfaction, and he was even prepared to taunt his opponent for being slow.

However, after getting out of the driver's seat of the sports car and taking off his black jacket, Lionheart King I looked around, then glanced at Cú Chulainn Richard I had already arrived, and before the other could speak, slowly raised his head and said rather apologetically.

"Sorry, Lancer, there's a bit of traffic in Fuyuki City because you cleared the Fuyuki City Bridge there."

"..."

As Cú Chulainn listened to his words, which, though full of apology, were brimming with an air of wealth, Cú Chulainn's lips twitched.

Even though I won the race, why do I inexplicably feel like I lost? And why am I blaming myself for it?

This one sentence immediately put an end to his plan to make a sarcastic remark; that would be too clownish.

So he took a deep breath, gripped the magic gun in his hand, and answered through gritted teeth.

"It's alright, I can wait a little longer..."

Having said that, he activated the runes on the magic spear, which instantly emitted a terrifying light in his hand, pointing the spear tip directly at Richard I.

"However, let me make this clear: if you don't satisfy me, I won't let you off the hook today!"

"Don't worry, I will fight with all my might."

Upon hearing this, Richard I nodded. The next moment, golden light flashed, and his original black jacket was immediately replaced by a set of silver-white armor. Surging magic began to gather continuously into it, and soon formed a lion-like totem behind him. He drew the sword from his waist and unleashed a terrifying aura.

"That's more like it! This magical power... the aura of a top-tier Servant... Just as I thought, you are one too!"

Upon seeing this, Cú Chulainn revealed a sinister smile.

At the same time, it is located above.

The three, who were initially intimidated by Cú Chulainn's aura, became even more tense after sensing the Lionheart King's powerful magic and oppressive aura.

The three of them clasped hands, their eyes fixed on the two below, their bodies trembling uncontrollably.

Such magic...

Such a terrifying aura...

So these are the legendary heroes?

Meanwhile, Rovey Wei wore a knowing expression.

He finally knew who Saber was.

If Artoria hadn't died, Saber's position would inevitably have been replaced.

He initially thought it might be the Proto Saber, but unexpectedly it summoned this one, who was also a familiar Servant.

Lionheart King Richard I.

Although the other party's appearance at this moment is vastly different from the jet-black lion head seen in the Sixth Singularity, the other party is indeed the Lionheart King, the Crusades, and an extremely powerful hero.

Although he is not the expected King Arthur, his strength is definitely top- Servant, and he should not be underestimated.

From any perspective, it would be extremely difficult for Cú Chulainn to defeat him.

This should be Reines's Servant. It's indeed a very good card. If it were placed in a normal Holy Grail War, it would be more than enough. However, unfortunately, the Holy Grail War has never been normal.

"This magic..."

Bazett, who was delivering food for someone else and happened to be near the Fuyuki City Bridge, also sensed the Lionheart King's undisguised magical aura and noticed that it was mixed with Cú Chulainn's presence.

She suddenly raised her head and looked in the direction of the Fuyuki City Bridge.

She initially thought it was just simple repairs, which was why the Fuyuki City Bridge was closed. But after sensing this magical force, she immediately realized that things were not so simple; it turned out that Cú Chulainn was fighting other Servant.

Suddenly, Bazett remembered that Cú Chulainn had called her not long ago, saying he was going out to stretch his muscles and asking if she was interested in coming over.

Bazett was busy processing orders at the time, so he didn't hear clearly and thought Cú Chulainn just wanted to go out and have fun. So he told him to be careful and to do whatever he wanted. Little did he know that what Cú Chulainn meant by "stretching his muscles" was actually a duel with another Servant.

Without any hesitation, Bazett glanced at the dozen or so food delivery orders he hadn't yet delivered, gritted his teeth, and resolutely pushed his electric scooter to the side of the road. Then, without hesitation, he ran against the flow of traffic and sped towards the Fuyuki City Bridge.

At the Tohsaka Family.

At night, because her younger sister went to visit relatives and Rovey suddenly disappeared, and she also had to help Merry adjust her body, Rin Tohsaka sat in a chair with great helplessness and boredom.

Just as she was getting so idle that she started writing down exactly how much money she owed, she was suddenly taken away from half of her body.

Ereshkigal squinted and looked up toward the direction of the Fuyuki City Bridge.

"Another Servant war has begun..."

"What? Where is it? Where is it?!"

Ereshkigal's sudden words jolted Rin Tohsaka back to her senses. She hurriedly turned her head, looking left and right, but she couldn't sense anything.

However, just as she was wondering, Ereshkigal couldn't stand it anymore. She covered her forehead, then waved her hand, and soon a little ghost appeared in her palm, and began to report to her on the situation at the Fuyuki City Bridge.

"Hmm, it's Lancer and Saber. They seem to be very strong opponents. I understand. You've worked hard."

After listening to the little ghost's report, Ereshkigal nodded, thanked it, patted its little head, and then released it back into the wild.

Seeing this, Rin Tohsaka was completely bewildered; she couldn't understand a word the little ghost was saying.

Ereshkigal offered an explanation for this.

It's just that Lancer and Saber are about to fight on the Fuyuki City Bridge. That little ghost is a familiar she released to build a surveillance network in Fuyuki City and obtain firsthand intelligence.

Don't be fooled by her quiet behavior for the first two days; she's not an idiot like Ishtar, and she certainly wouldn't sit idly by. This surveillance network was something she set up during those two days.

Upon hearing Rin Tohsaka suddenly understood, and at the same time, she felt a slight sense of emotion.

The reason was simple: her Servant had actually done something worthwhile, which was completely unexpected. As the Master, she was extremely gratified, realizing that her Servant weren't all useless after all.

"Alright, stop crying, Master. What do you want to do now? Are you going to participate?"

Although she didn't know what Rin Tohsaka was thinking, Ereshkigal could tell that she was definitely not thinking anything good. However, she wasn't interested in dealing with such things right now, so Ereshkigal asked if they should participate now, maybe they could eliminate two Servant in one go.

However, if that were the case, she would have to take away control of the body from then on.

Upon hearing this, Rin Tohsaka couldn't help but feel a slight flutter in her heart.

After all, this is a chance to eliminate two servants in one fell swoop; it's a golden opportunity that shouldn't be missed.

However, her considerations were still quite thorough.

Rin Tohsaka asked Ereshkigal if Luvia's side had been mobilized yet.

Ereshkigal sensed Astraea's presence but didn't detect it, indicating that Astraea had no intention of getting involved. Rin Tohsaka then asked if her sister was there. Ereshkigal, who had already dispatched several little ghosts to accompany Sakura to Matou Kariya's location, immediately replied that Rin Tohsaka's sister wasn't there and that she was safe.

Upon receiving this information, Rin Tohsaka breathed a sigh of relief. No matter what, as long as her younger sister was safe, that was all that mattered.

She then began to consider whether to get involved. Although it was indeed a good opportunity, opportunities often come with risks. Ereshkigal said that the two Servant looked very difficult to deal with, and could be described as extremely powerful. If she rashly interfered, not only would she not be able to eliminate them, but she might also be targeted and eliminated by a concentrated attack. This was the first thing Rin Tohsaka had to consider.

Another thing is that, no matter what, she's being watched now. Although Luvia hasn't made a move yet, that doesn't mean she won't. As soon as she takes action, that guy will definitely come over as fast as a shark that has smelled blood, and the situation will become extremely dangerous.

Not only that, Rin Tohsaka also remembered Heracles from this morning Hercules. She didn't know when he would join the battle, and if it really turned into a free-for-all, she would have a hard time guaranteeing her safety. After all, others fought with their Servant, but she fought alongside Servant. If others' Servant died, they would at most forfeit, but if her Servant died, she would live and die with Servant.

So after much consideration, Rin Tohsaka decided not to get involved in this mess. Wouldn't it be better to stay home and live a quiet life?

Moreover, Merry said that her body had just recovered and needed rest, so she shouldn't use Magecraft casually to prevent Ishtar from suddenly waking up again.

After thinking it over, Rin Tohsaka changed into her pajamas and went into her room.

Goodnight, Ereshkigal.

Clearly, she chose the open-front style, which she was best at.

"..."

On the bridge in Fuyuki City,