Chapter 183

Is it a big fish?

Seeing Shirou's serious expression, Exusiai asked curiously.

I initially thought he was just some weirdo trying to break in, but it turns out he's actually an accomplice of the target Shirou has been targeting?

"Okay, you guys step back a bit."

While nodding in response to Exusiai's words, Shirou pulled open the other's coat.

"Waaah..."

Croissant was surprised to see Shirou suddenly get to work.

Why does it seem like Shirou hasn't become as amiable as he used to be since joining the Knights of the Round Table?

They must have been corrupted by the Knights of the Round Table!

Now they're actually going so far as to physically rip people's clothes off!

Croissant's mind raced with countless little scenarios in an instant, but she only stopped thinking about it after Shirou took two round objects out of the other person's coat.

"Is this... some kind of low-grade Originium Bomb? Why is this guy carrying this thing around on the street?"

FrostNova's smile vanished instantly, and she crouched down to pick up the Originium Bomb for a closer look.

Don't touch it.

Rhine Lab International grabbed FrostNova by the collar, stopping her and pulling her backward.

"Hey... this is serious, isn't it? Shouldn't we carefully check the situation and then think about how to deal with it?"

FrostNova, who was being pulled by the back of her collar, did not struggle and let Rhine Lab International pull her backward.

She knew the other person was doing it for her own good; after all, if that thing suddenly exploded, they would be in danger.

"With the Knights of the Round Table personnel here, it's not our turn."

After moving to a safe distance, Rhine Lab International put FrostNova down and walked in front of her, holding her shield up.

If it were just the two of them here, then it would be necessary to risk researching those things, but right now it's clearly up to the person in charge of the Knights of the Round Table Shirou... Emiya.

They just need to wait for the results to come out.

"As Miss FrostNova said, it is the lowest grade of Originium Bomb, with a small blast radius and low lethality. However, this one is slightly specialized, as it is filled with a lot of Originium. Just one of these is enough to turn everyone in the enclosed space of a concert into an infected person."

Holding the Originium Bomb in his hand, Shirou explained to the others.

After all, strictly speaking, they are on the same side, so sharing intelligence is only natural.

At least that's what Shirou thinks.

"Specialization... this guy is an infected?"

Upon hearing that it was a specialized Originium Bomb, everyone present turned their gaze to the unconscious Ursus man lying on the ground.

The infected person wandered around with this thing, and their intentions were obvious.

This land will never lack people who want to drag others down with them.

"Yes, it has been confirmed that this was a gang crime. At least five people are known to be involved. The Knights of the Round Table has already arrested two, and with the person on the ground, that makes three. There are still two people being searched."

As he spoke, Shirou pulled open the other person's sleeve, allowing them to see the Originium crystals on it.

"This is a really, super big fish."

Hearing Shirou's words, Exusiai sighed. She really hadn't expected this to happen at the concert.

If possible, she still hopes to get through each day peacefully and just lie down and live happily every day.

It seems very difficult to accomplish now.

"An attack by infected individuals... This was expected. Could you elaborate on the situation?"

Looking at the Ursus infected on the ground, Rhine Lab International began to think about the current situation and asked Shirou for advice.

Such attacks by infected individuals are not uncommon; it's just that the Originium Bomb they possessed this time were a bit more troublesome.

However, it is only a tricky situation; it is not without ways to deal with it.

As long as you withstand the first wave of explosions and quickly move away to avoid being entangled in Originium Bomb Originium, breathing in Originium dust is not too dangerous.

It's a type of explosive that's not very lethal, but it's quite disgusting.

As long as you know the other party has this method, it's not a big problem to guard against it.

"I'm not really sure either."

When asked about Rhine Lab International, Shirou shook his head.

It's not that he doesn't want to tell me, it's that he genuinely doesn't know.

Only the three people above him truly know everything; he's just an emotionless task-farming machine.

"It's alright, at least the information we have so far is enough for us to make plans."

Despite not receiving any information from Shirou, Rhine Lab International was not discouraged. The current information was sufficient to plan the next steps, and the inquiry was merely to gain more certainty.

"Oh? You seem to be having a good chat?"

Suddenly, FrostNova peeked out from behind the Rhine Lab International, revealing an expression that Shirou couldn't quite describe.

His tone was full of teasing.

"It's just a work-related conversation. You should hurry up and go over to Jessica and Voucher's place!"

Faced with FrostNova's teasing, Rhine Lab International remained calm and composed, gently pushing her away and gesturing for her to hurry over to the concert venue to provide support.

"Sigh... So you're trying to dump me now that you have someone new? You scumbag!"

FrostNova took a few steps back, then sighed and spoke in a resentful tone.

However, she still followed Rhine Lab International's instructions and walked towards the front desk.

The Knights of the Round Table and Rhine Lab International are enough here. Jessica and Voucher at the front desk can manage for now, but if she and Rhine Lab International are away for too long, things might get a little complicated.

"???"

Shirou was completely baffled by FrostNova's words.

Croissant, Sora, Exusiai, and Texas, who were standing to the side, also had many questions.

I initially thought Rhine Lab International would be a fairly composed mercenary organization, but it seems more like a comedy duo.

"Please don't mind her, FrostNova is always like this."

Seemingly noticing the question marks on the faces of the group, Rhine Lab International offered a brief explanation.

The others expressed their understanding, and after obtaining permission from Swire, Shirou had Swire briefly explain the current situation to Rhine Lab International.

"Okay, thank you very much. Rhine Lab International will do its best to protect the safety of civilians while ensuring the safety of the target."

After learning a little about the current situation in Lungmen, Rhine Lab International nodded and said that they would take on the task of protecting the civilians at the concert if they had the capacity.

After all, they got the information for free, so it wouldn't be fair to give them nothing in return.

At least for Rhine Lab International, she cannot accept a one-sided gift.

"Then I'll trouble you again."

Swire's voice came from the other end of the communicator, then it went into busy mode.

She didn't pay much attention to the promises Rhine Lab International made.

After all, the other party has their own work to do and may not be able to truly help them.

However, this does alleviate the current manpower pressure on the concert side a little, so we can still express our gratitude.

Of course, the main thing was that Shirou had to go and catch those who wanted to cause trouble one by one.

"Is all work at the Knights of the Round Table this dangerous?"

Seeing that Rhine Lab International had gone to the side to attend to his own business, Sora finally spoke up and asked Shirou a question.

"Hmm... this time is a bit special, isn't it? I usually stand in the sniper position, so there's not much danger."

Seeing the worried look on Sora's face, Shirou tried his best to make his usual missions sound less dangerous.

While attacks from a distance are indeed less likely to be targeted, sometimes you can still be attacked by drones and Originium Arts spells.

However, the drones will be dealt with by the Sniper Team members who are with him, and the spells will be forcibly blocked by his arrows.

After rounding up, he was perfectly safe at work! There was no danger to his life whatsoever!

Of course, things might be different if someone accidentally misses shooting down the drone.

"Oh, that's great!"

Hearing Shirou's words, Sora finally breathed a sigh of relief.

She still didn't want her teammates to always be in danger, which is why she worked so hard to improve herself.

Unfortunately, aside from Originium Arts related to singing, she has little skill with other weapons like swords, guns, and crossbows.

"No, no, no, you're going too far..."

Exusiai standing to the side, originally wanted to complain that Sora was too easy to fool, but before she could finish speaking, Croissant and Texas covered her mouth and she couldn't continue.

Even Shirou was staring at Exusiai with a dangerous look in his eyes.

"Too what?"

Sora didn't notice anything unusual about the others and asked Exusiai with a puzzled look.

"Are you... exhausted? Do you want some water and a rest? You worked so hard on stage just now!"

Once the others released her, Exusiai realized she might have said something inappropriate and stiffly changed the subject.

"Uh... you just gave me water, have you forgotten?"

Kong shook the water bottle in his hand and said with a puzzled look.

However, she didn't pursue the matter too much. She was really exhausted. Besides the concert stage just now, the intense rehearsals she had been undergoing were also taking a toll on her mental well-being.

So right now, besides the things she needs to do for the concert, she has little time to think about anything else.

Now, nothing but delicious food can heal her heart.

Of course, it would be even better if Shirou had made it.

"Hahaha... didn't I forget because I was so scared by this?"

Pointing to the Ursus infected being carried away by other Knights of the Round Table members, Exusiai an awkward smile.

"Well..."

Seeing Exusiai's awkward smile, Texas was too embarrassed to say that this was her partner.

"Be careful, Chen and Sir Hoshiguma have gone to hunt down another one, and there's still one hiding in the shadows."

Having finished his work, Shirou didn't intend to continue nagging with the others; instead, he was focused on quickly catching the remaining person.

Once everyone is caught, everyone here will be safe and sound.

"Alright, Shirou, you can go without worry!"

Upon hearing Shirou's words, Croissant mimicked the salute she saw on TV and gave Shirou a reply.

"Contact me if you need anything."

After waving his phone around, Shirou followed the other members of the Knights of the Round Table and left the backstage area.

Four people from Penguin Logistics remained, while Rhine Lab International was already making arrangements for their next move.

"Tsk tsk tsk, is this Shirou at work?"

After watching Shirou leave, Croissant returned to a normal posture and spoke.

"It really does have the air of the Knights of the Round Table."

Sora also recalled Emiya's every move just now, which was indeed very much in Knights of the Round Table the Shirou.

Whether it's reporting and notifying others when something happens, or notifying people to come and clean up the mess, Shirou seems very skilled at it.

"Um."

Texas nodded in agreement with their views.

"It's only been a short time, and Shirou has already gotten so used to working at the Knights of the Round Table. If he stays any longer, won't he be poached by someone from the Knights of the Round Table?"