The Power-Creep Faction and the Waifu Faction of the Holy Grail War / The Matou Family's "Spring Cleaning"

Tohsaka Rin picked up a box from the ground. It was covered with a thick layer of dust, clearly indicating that no one had touched it for many years.

Wasn't it checked just now?

Tohsaka Rin glanced at the bookshelf, guessing that these must be the items on it.

The box seemed to be locked by some kind of Magecraft, but such Magecraft was not difficult for Tohsaka Rin, and she opened the box in a short while.

It was a strange fossil and its certificate.

Gilgamesh?

"Um?"

Fujimaru Kyoya heard a familiar name and immediately turned around. He didn't like Gilgamesh, but he couldn't deny Gilgamesh's power.

"Fujimaru, we're really lucky this time. This is the oldest Snakeskin Fossil ever made!"

Fujimaru Kyoya clearly didn't understand why Tohsaka Rin was so happy. Was Snakeskin Fossil really that rare? He wouldn't even bother looking at something that wasn't a geoduck fossil.

"Fujimaru, you... never mind, you know the story of Gilgamesh and the elixir of Immortality, right?"

Tohsaka Rin covered her face and told a story that she considered a household name, but the problem was that Fujimaru Kyoya knew perfectly well that there was no such thing as an elixir of Immortality; Fujimaru Kyoya had thrown that thing away long ago.

Incidentally, he also personally killed Gilgamesh.

However, in order to highlight the unquestionable power of the "King", later generations naturally did not publicize the information about the Sacred King of the Bright Moon, and even wrote an epic for Gilgamesh.

While the early part of the Epic of Gilgamesh incorporates some fantasy elements, it largely adheres to the facts. However, the later part accelerates the narrative considerably.

The rebellion of the Sacred King of the Bright Moon disappeared directly, the conflict between humans and gods was weakened, and a story about Gilgamesh of Immortality was created.

"The phenomenon of snakes shedding their skin is seen as proof that they have eaten an elixir of Immortality. Magecraft used to prolong life are all based on this legend, and it is now common knowledge in the mystical world."

Tohsaka Rin was giving a lesson to her apprentice, unaware that with archaeological discoveries and the possible existence of the "Sacred King of the Bright Moon," the authenticity of the Epic of Gilgamesh was beginning to be challenged.

The Clock Tower is now the subject of much controversy.

Poor Tohsaka Rin, living in a "rural" area like Japan, had no way of getting firsthand information, not to mention that the internet was extremely inconvenient in that era... No, even if the internet were convenient Tohsaka Rin still wouldn't have been able to find out.

After all, you can't expect someone who can't even use a TV properly to use a computer.

"Without further ado, let's begin the summoning immediately."

"Now? Isn't that a bit too early?"

Fujimaru Kyoya somewhat surprised, as he thought there should still be about a month before the Holy Grail War officially began.

"The Command Seal have appeared, and the Holy Relic have been found. This time, we're absolutely confident we can summon the strongest Servant."

Tohsaka Rin couldn't wait to summon this oldest King of Heroes.

"All right."

Fujimaru Kyoya saw the Command Seal on the back of the other's hand but saw no need to stop him. After all, he knew perfectly well how strong Gilgamesh was.

Chapter 145 The Intensity and Fandom of the Holy Grail War

Marisbury Animsphere has been in a good mood lately, after all, the Holy Relic of Lord El-Melloi II, whom he considered a troublesome figure, have been stolen, which has effectively removed a key competitor for him.

Marisbury had already conducted a thorough investigation into the Holy Grail War. In battles of that scale, the so-called Master were merely logistical support tools; the true fighting force was the Servant.

At this point, the gap between Master will be infinitely narrowed. Even if Marisbury's Magecraft skills are stronger than Lord El-Melloi II's, it will be meaningless. Not to mention that Lord El-Melloi II's eyes are exceptionally troublesome when it comes to support Servant.

Therefore, even before the Holy Grail War began, Marisbury considered Lord El-Melloi II a formidable enemy. Now that the Holy Relic are gone, the enemy is no longer a threat.

"But can't the Holy Grail War summon Servant based on the Master's adaptability?"

The female secretary beside him gently reminded him, clearly not wanting her boss to suddenly collapse for no reason.

"It's alright. The only Servant Lord El-Melloi II wants is Iskandar. Meeting Iskandar in Servant is his real purpose for continuing to participate in the Holy Grail War. He won't put the cart before the horse."

Marisbury had thoroughly investigated potential rivals, and upon learning the truth, Marisbury even began to question Lord El-Melloi II's sexual orientation.

But we're all Magecraft, so it's not unusual for us to have some weird XP system issues, is it?

"Prepare a ritual site for me; I need to summon my Servant immediately."

Marisbury is summoning Servant, the King of Magecraft Solomon, and once summoned, it's almost certain he will be Caster.

This class has low stats and not much melee ability, but as compensation, they often have powerful Mana and the ability to build fortifications.

The earlier the Caster is summoned, the more preparation time is available.

Some time ago, the Three Command Seals finally appeared on the back of Marisbury's hand, so now is the best time to summon Solomon.

With the Animsphere Family's wealth and resources, they didn't need to wait for the optimal time like the Tohsaka Family, who were rural nobles; they could simply create Servant directly.

"Let's begin preparing for you."

The female secretary withdrew; the materials for summoning the Servant were ready, but it would take a little time to complete.

If the King of Magecraft is indeed summoned, then victory will essentially be a foregone conclusion for the Animsphere Family.

"Shinji, are you going to start summoning your Servant now?"

Matou Zouken looked at Shinji Matou's Command Seal with some surprise, never expecting that a useless person without Mana circuits could gain the Holy Grail's recognition and become Master.

That's fine, though. Someone without Magic Circuits is easier to control. After all, the Mana that Servant needs to provide in battle is extraordinary. In that case Shinji Matou can't do without the help of the Matou Family.

Matou Zouken could completely control Shinji Matou to control the Servant, which was tantamount to him participating in the Holy Grail War.

Moreover, over the years he has transformed Matou Sakura into a competent Lesser Grail, so in that respect, the Matou Family has already won more than half the battle before it even begins.

"Let's begin the summoning now. As far as the strength of the Servant is concerned, I'd prefer someone I can get along with."

Shinji Matou was a genius with a high opinion of himself, especially now that his weakness in Magecraft has been overcome, he doesn't think he's much worse than Servant.

Instead of handling all the logistics, it's better to find a compatible partner.

More importantly, he must summon the Servant in Servant so that he can use his current financial and material resources to tailor a suitable combat style for this Servant.

"Then do as you please."

Matou Zouken neither supported nor denied this request. Under Shinji Matou's management, the Matou Family is now a completely different family than before, and should have enough resources to purchase Holy Relic. However, Shinji Matou values adaptability more than strength.

Shinji Matou, I didn't know you were such a fan of the character!

"If there are no objections, then I will begin the summoning."

In the Matou Family's underground space, the insects had long been cleared away by Matou Zouken, leaving a large open area for summoning Servant.

As the founder of the First Holy Grail War, Matou Zouken naturally had a summoning circle prepared at home at all times, so Shinji Matou could start the summoning ritual with almost no preparation.

Shinji Matou already knew the summoning incantation by heart. As he chanted the incantation, the Mana within Shinji Matou's body began to be mobilized, and the magic circle began to emit a faint light.

Shinji, that kid, he really dares to do things.

Matou Zouken, watching Shinji Matou wield Mana, had his doubts resolved: how could someone without Magic Circuits use Mana?

The answer is simple: just create your own loop, right?

This idea wasn't unheard of by Magecraft, but they were quickly abandoned.

After all, Magic Circuits are part of the human body, and if they are made arbitrarily, who knows if there will be any rejection reaction? However, Shinji Matou's idea of placing Magic Circuits externally is indeed a novel one.

Another reason is the secrecy inherent in Magecraft; there is absolutely no need to pass on Magecraft to someone who has no talent for Magecraft.

The more people Magus, the less mysterious it becomes, which is something no Magecraft wants to see.

If a member of a Magecraft family were to become unable to use Magecraft, and that person wasn't an only child, then it would be a good thing if they died and we opened champagne.

Artificial Magic Circuits are simply something that is "possible, but unnecessary."

"Entangled in the three great incantations for seven days, emerge from the Wheel of Inhibition, Guardian of the Scales."

Finally, they arrived at the last part. With a dazzling light, a man clad in magnificent armor appeared beside them.

"Huh? It's the Holy Grail War, then Rider Jason has answered the call. But don't expect me to go to the front lines, you might not believe it, but I'm actually quite weak."

The frivolous man clearly had something wrong with his head, shamelessly using "weakness" as his label and taking pride in it.

At the same Shinji Matou recalled the information about this Servant. In Greek mythology, he was indeed a hero who was not known for his fighting skills, but since he was a disciple of Chiron, he still had some fighting ability.

Since that's the case...

"I don't need disobedient Servant, so I'll just make you listen to me."

Shinji Matou revealed a wicked smile, and at the same time, the Command Seal in his hand began to appear. He was finally going to do what he wanted to do.

Chapter 146 The Matou Family's "Spring Cleaning" 17/102

"Damn, that's not how you use Command Seal!"

Seeing the Gilgamesh Command Seal on Shinji Matou, Jason's previously frivolous smile vanished instantly, replaced by panic.

Is this guy really a hero?

The same thought popped into the minds of both Matou and his grandson, but Matou Zouken was quite satisfied with how Shinji Matou handled the situation.

After Servant, Familiar are just high-level familiars; disobedient Familiar are simply useless.

Shinji, let me see what you're up to.

"By the name of the Command Seal Spell, Jason..."

"Wait a minute."

"Kill that old bastard over there."

To everyone's surprise, even Jason himself was caught off guard. He charged straight at Matou Zouken, and with a flash of sword Matou Zouken's head.

"Shinji, you're planning to betray me before you've even won? You have some nerve!"

Matou Zouken's body shattered into twisted, vile insects that scattered and fled. Even though Jason tried his best to eliminate them, the final result was still unsatisfactory.

Jason was right; in terms of combat strength, he was relatively weak among the Servant.

"Tsk, he really knows how to run away, old man."

"Shinji, you're a million years too early to kill me, hahaha~~"

Matou Zouken's arrogant laughter echoed in the empty basement, and the group of Crest Worm hurriedly fled to avoid being wiped out by Shinji Matou.

Although Shinji Matou is talented, this old devil is also confident that he can kill this kid. As long as his real body is not found, he is Immortality being.

"Wow~ so many bugs, it's disgusting, Master. Now I finally understand why you wanted to kill that old bastard."

Although being Command Seal Spell made Jason a little unhappy, Jason now understood that this was not the time to fall out, and besides, this Old Worm didn't look like a good person.

"We can talk about that later. Come with me, this isn't over yet."

It's not over yet, of course it's not over yet.

Shinji Matou knew exactly what the old man was thinking, so he led Jason out of the cellar and into the courtyard, where they met the girl who was cleaning the yard.

"Cherry."

Shinji Matou composed himself, putting on an expression no different from his usual one, and called his younger sister over.

"What is it, brother?"

"Nothing much. How have you been getting along with Shirou lately?"

Contrary to his usual behavior Shinji Matou began asking questions about Emiya Shirou.

"This... is alright."

"I see, then I'm relieved."

Shinji Matou couldn't help but notice the changes in his sister these past few days. Her originally gloomy personality had become cheerful, and Shirou had also started to talk more.

There's clearly a sweet, cloying scent of romance between these two, but that's fine too.

Shinji Matou had been preparing for the Holy Grail War for a long time, so how could he not know that among those who fought to the end in the last Holy Grail War was a man named Emiya Kiritsugu?

The surname Emiya is clearly not a coincidence.

With his friends venturing into the mystery side Shinji Matou didn't know whether to laugh or cry, but it certainly increased his win rate.

"Sakura, I will protect you, but before that..."

Shinji Matou gently reached out his hand, and then... pierced Matou Sakura's heart in one swift motion.