Chapter 151

The suspect attacked through a small ventilation window on the side. Although it was subtle, Shirou still noticed some movement in that spot.

Moreover, the firelight was also coming from that side.

"Understood, will continue to observe."

Chen's voice came through the earphones.

The person observing with binoculars glanced at Shirou, then at the binoculars in his hand, and sighed at how many perverted people there were on this land.

Telescopes can see far, but they also have significant limitations, at least in terms of flexibility.

If you want to see things up close and in detail, you have to sacrifice the view from other positions.

As a result, the person next door was able to see through the illusion created by the other party using Originium Arts with the naked eye, achieving the effect of a special telescope.

That's... amazing!

Seems like a new intern? I need to find a way to befriend them; their Sniper Team needs someone like that!

If they weren't on a mission, he might have gone over and started a romantic chat.

As Chen's subordinates, they could still distinguish the situation on the spot, unless they wanted to be given more intensive training.

He's still young; he doesn't want to die so soon.

While more training can make him stronger, it will also mean he'll go bald.

Chen won't show any mercy.

On the other side, Shirou was completely focused on the building across the street, utterly unaware that the Knights of the Round Table personnel behind him were looking at him with strange expressions.

As long as there is no malice or intention to attack him, Shirou will basically not notice it.

This is also why he usually dares to focus his attention on other things.

Besides, the people behind us are all members of the Knights of the Round Table; they can't possibly stab us in the back, can they?

However, even if he were to be stabbed in the back, Shirou would be able to react in time.

That's how capricious you are when you're in Magecraft- enhanced state.

However, there are drawbacks, namely that it consumes a lot of mana.

It wasn't that his magic power would be depleted in just a few minutes, but with such sustained high-intensity use, Shirou could clearly feel his magic power decreasing.

However, it's still within acceptable limits, and maintaining this for a few hours is still possible.

"Everyone, get ready!"

In the call channel, Chen was directing the personnel on site.

When giving instructions, Chen displayed a different demeanor than he usually does in the office.

If Chen is usually a diligent student, then Chen during missions is a commander who commands respect.

The enemy's command was very efficient. After receiving the intelligence provided by Shirou, Chen ordered several drones to be launched in front of him, while leading his team to infiltrate the building from the side.

There are seven suspects; the rest are hostages.

That's why Chen is being so careful.

Having Shirou stay up there is also a safety net.

If their actions are not going well, then let Shirou take action.

Chen knew that Shirou would definitely have a way, but it would certainly mean death or serious injury.

If the people inside are heinous criminals, then it doesn't matter... For now, the priority is suppression.

If those people cross that line, then they shouldn't blame her for sending Shirou.

If that happens, the person could be crippled, or even die if they don't receive timely treatment.

Putting aside the huge fireworks, even when they surrounded people with arrows a split second earlier, most of those arrows were embedded in the ground.

The intensity of that attack is such that most people wouldn't be able to withstand it without special equipment or Originium Arts.

However, the necessary procedures still had to be followed. Although Chen really wanted to just cut those people down with one blow, reality and the rules didn't allow it.

This is also to prevent some members of the Knights of the Round Table from abusing their power.

"Shirou, have they made any other moves?"

Holding the communicator, Chen asked Shirou.

"No, most of the attention is still focused on the drone, and the people inside aren't making much movement."

Following Chen's instructions, Shirou knew that the Knights of the Round Table infiltrated the building.

It was fine, but Chen's commanding voice and Swire's voice from below, which was coming through a megaphone, hurt his ears a little.

"Then you prepare to cover us. If the suspect intends to attack the hostages... you can attack directly, even if it means killing them. The safety of the hostages is the top priority."

Having confirmed that his actions had not been discovered, Chen breathed a slight sigh of relief and continued to assign tasks to Shirou.

As the saying goes, "The capable are often given more work." Apart from being an intern, Emiya's combat strength can already be considered as high-end combat power in the Shirou Knights of the Round Table.

It's just that he's not familiar with the rules of the Knights of the Round Table yet; otherwise, Chen would have preferred to bring Shirou in directly.

However, Shirou's willingness to learn was extremely high. He actually finished reading all the materials that he had originally planned to give the other party three days to prepare in one night.

It's a pity that Shirou's tenure was short; otherwise, he could definitely have been trained as a squad leader.

Chen gave Shirou instructions in advance, mainly hoping that the other side could cover their assault operation, and also told Shirou what he should do in the worst-case scenario.

"Receive."

Shirou said that he understood.

"Remember to stay on the call."

Chen reminded him that Shirou would play a very important role in the upcoming actions.

The cover from a distance... aside from preparing related magical items or giant mechanical tools in advance, this was the first time Chen had felt so at ease during this kind of impromptu assault operation.

"Won't you put too much pressure on him?"

As Chen assigned a series of tasks to Shirou, Hoshiguma offered a slight reminder.

At the same time, Hoshiguma also began to suspect that Old Chen was targeting Emiya because Shirou was someone arranged by Director Wei.

The building where Shirou is located is quite a distance away from here. Why would he offer cover and attack?

If there were no hostages inside, the Sniper Team and mage teams could certainly launch indiscriminate attacks, but this method of attack wouldn't work if there were hostages inside.

"He can do it, don't underestimate him."

Chen didn't offer much explanation for Hoshiguma's reminder, nor did he have time for her to explain further.

Anyway, you'll understand once you see it with your own eyes.

"... Really? You really trust him."

Judging from Chen's expression, Hoshiguma knew that Chen had come to trust Shirou to some extent.

This is quite rare.

As far as she knew, Chen had a hard time trusting or believing in others.

But how did Shirou gain Old Chen's trust so easily?

Of course, she was referring to trust within a small circle; given Old Chen's personality, it's very difficult for him to completely trust others.

Even Director Wei, who taught her swordsmanship, and her old partner were the same.

Right now, Shirou's status in Old Chen's heart is roughly on par with Swire in his proper state, right?

Swire can be really unreliable when it messes up, but it's quite dependable when it's serious.

"..."

Chen did not continue responding to Hoshiguma's words.

On one hand, she was currently on a mission, and on the other hand... she didn't know why she had this inexplicable trust in Shirou.

If Hoshiguma hadn't mentioned it, she really wouldn't have known about it.

However, we can put that aside for now; the task at hand is the priority.

As they approached the floor where the suspect was located, Chen extended his hand to signal everyone to stop.

"Wait and follow me. Subdue the suspect as quickly as possible. Remember, the safety of the hostages is the top priority."

Chen said in a low voice.

The others, including Hoshiguma, didn't say anything. Instead, they picked up their weapons and shields and nodded to indicate that they understood.

Seeing the state of the group, Chen didn't continue speaking, but instead began to give instructions with hand gestures.

The snipers and sorcerers brought in were on standby in the back, and two guards were dispatched to provide cover.

She will lead Hoshiguma and the rest of the men to storm in.

"Shirou, smash the rightmost window in fifteen seconds, then begin providing cover for us."

After a brief recollection, Chen remembered that there was no one by the rightmost floor-to-ceiling window, so an attack from that direction would definitely not hit the hostages.

Normally, someone else should attract the attention of the people inside, and then she can carry out the attack.

Right now, Swire outside is using a megaphone to communicate amicably with the people inside.

If we seize the right opportunity and break through at this time, we have a 70% chance of ensuring the safety of the hostages.

However, if they were to be ruthless and choose to smash the windows, they could better attract attention, thus increasing the safety of their assault and the safety of the hostages.

Of course, this is based on having Shirou as a backup plan; otherwise, she wouldn't have been so reckless.

"Understood, trace on—"

Remembering the importance of obeying orders and not causing trouble, Shirou did not hesitate and casually Projection a black longbow and arrows.

"???"

The Knights of the Round Table who were also listening to Chen's command originally wanted to hand the crossbow to the protégé whom Officer Chen had his eye on.

As a result, a large bow appeared with a casual wave of his hand.

So he quietly adjusted the crossbow, preparing to use it himself.

Meanwhile, his gaze kept sweeping over Shirou, trying to figure out where Shirou had taken that bow from.

Not only was he thinking, but everyone else around him also focused their attention on Shirou.

The main thing was the sudden appearance of the black longbow and arrows, and secondly, that line... in Victoria dialect, which sounded a bit cringey?

The latter is understandable; some people shout a few words before making a move to boost their morale.

If it's the former... Originium Arts!

When faced with a problem, Originium Arts is indispensable. There's nothing that Originium Arts can't do, only things you haven't thought of.

"Ten, eleven..."

From the moment he received the command, Shirou had been silently counting down in his mind.

At the same time, he nocked an arrow to the farmhand, drew back the bowstring, and aimed at the position indicated by Chen.

As he counted to the fifteenth, Shirou released the bowstring, and to everyone's surprise, the arrow that had been on the longbow vanished instantly.

Then they heard a huge noise.

Looking towards the source of the noise, it was the floor where the suspect was located. The rightmost window was completely shattered, and there were even obvious cracks on the window next to it.

That's ridiculous; you can't even see the trajectory of the arrow.

If I really had to describe it, it would be—whoosh, the target fell.

However, there wasn't much time for them to be shocked now; their professionalism immediately put the Sniper Team to their tasks.

When the glass shattered, the foggy gas that had been emanating from the floor quickly began to dissipate.

They could already see it roughly, but now, as the gas dissipated, Shirou could see it even more clearly.

"There are about twelve people, six of whom are armed."

Shirou quickly informed Chen of what he had seen via communicator.

Although there was no response, Shirou knew that his words had been conveyed.