Illya completely missed the mood of the moment and happily said goodbye to Kallen, while Sakura also mustered her courage to say goodbye.
Kallen, however, paid no mind to their farewells. Despite them having played with her for so long, Kallen now just looked gratefully at the expressionless Fu Yuan.
She believed that her survival was all thanks to the Divine Emissary! He must have pleaded for her!
Furthermore, the Divine Emissary didn't care for fame and was completely unwilling to admit it.
Ah! The Divine Emissary is truly a great person!
Kirei Kotomine, also somewhat numb, pulled Kallen away. He... was numb! No matter how he tried to persuade her, it was no use!
They say daughters are like flowers, destined to be plucked by someone sooner or later, but this was too fast!
Kirei Kotomine felt a bit fortunate that Saber was a Heroic Spirit and would disappear in a few days. If she didn't disappear, he, he... he would move away with Kallen!
Upon arriving home, Fu Yuan threw himself onto the sofa like a limp fish, completely still, his eyes staring blankly at the ceiling.
Illya, in her perfect childlike nature, wasn't tired at all!
Still buzzing from the earlier excitement, she pulled Sakura along, wanting to play an adventure game.
Sakura, with no ability to resist, was dragged around by Illya.
Irisviel, looking at Fu Yuan who had quickly fallen asleep, suddenly remembered something serious: Kiritsugu today! Was! Maiya's!
And Kiritsugu, who belonged to her yesterday, had been sent to the hospital by her own hands. Irisviel suddenly felt a bit annoyed.
Indeed, unfaithful men should be divided into N parts!
Kiritsugu Emiya, clearly relaxed after returning home, was drinking tea with goji berries, appearing very leisurely.
This was how life should be. What was the point of lying in bed all day!
Looking at Fu Yuan, who had gone completely numb, Kiritsugu Emiya took another sip of his tea with satisfaction, then suddenly felt a chill down his spine.
He warily cast his gaze towards the sofa, finding that Fu Yuan didn't seem to be making any moves.
Heh! No need to pretend there, Saber!
Then, a flash of light reflected on his face. Kiritsugu Emiya froze, his body suddenly stiffening. Seeing Irisviel walking towards the kitchen, cold sweat broke out.
Fu Yuan sensed the malice just a few steps away, not even having the strength to open his eyes. Forget it, I'm used to it. Master's probably having another episode!
"Saber! What do you think of the takeout we ordered this time?" Kiritsugu Emiya asked Fu Yuan, who was like a salted fish, as if nothing had happened.
(Takeout existed in 1996, but it wasn't very popular.)
Fu Yuan turned his head in confusion and saw Kiritsugu Emiya frantically signaling him. He was stunned for a long time.
Until... he saw Irisviel standing at the kitchen doorway. His pupils contracted sharply, then quickly returned to normal. He also acted as if he hadn't noticed anything.
"I think it's fine, but it would be best to order something else too!"
Kiritsugu Emiya suddenly appeared conflicted, as if he had actually ordered something.
"But what we've ordered is already enough to eat. Wouldn't ordering more be a waste?"
Fu Yuan slowly sat up, overcoming his inherent difficulty (laziness). Well, for his own safety, he had to be a bit more diligent!
"Then let's take another look?"
Kiritsugu Emiya gave him a look of approval, but then immediately used a very troubled tone.
"I think they might have already prepared it. Adding or canceling anything now would be troublesome for them."
Fu Yuan pretended to ponder for a long time before finally agreeing to his suggestion, being understanding.
Irisviel hesitated at the kitchen doorway. In the end, she decided not to waste food. Don't misunderstand, the food she was referring to was the takeout.
Kariya Matou, who walked into the living room midway, looked utterly confused. Did you guys order takeout just now?
Fu Yuan watched as Irisviel moved about ten steps away from the kitchen. He suddenly went limp on the sofa as if he had lost all his bones.
"Hoo~ comfortable!"
It would be even more perfect if I had a soft, fragrant girl hugging me!
Sorcery was quite convenient for some civilian applications, at least more useful than air conditioning.
Kiritsugu Emiya wasn't idle. He picked up his still somewhat bulky computer and started typing.
Even if it might not be useful, as long as there was a sliver of a chance, it was enough. He couldn't just do nothing. Relaxation was good, but someone had to bear certain responsibilities.
Fu Yuan tilted his head, a rare gesture. Heh! In the end, you only move yourself!
Sometimes, if you don't risk your life, you truly won't know how useless you are!
How... weak! Helpless!
Fu Yuan didn't intend to correct his thoughts. After all, he wasn't Master himself. Don't try to advise others based on your own experiences; don't try to choose for others without experiencing their hardships.
Even though his own life might be more bitter and difficult than Kiritsugu's, that wasn't an excuse. In the end... reality would make him understand.
He was just a safeguard for Master, ensuring he wouldn't lose everything.
The Holy Grail... see if there's any way to destroy it completely!
Maiya, after these few days of interaction, had clearly relaxed. She wasn't as stern as she was at the beginning, though she wasn't exactly casual either.
Illya and Sakura were gradually becoming like normal children, and while Karen had become a bit strange, overall things were moving in a positive direction.
Irisviel was no different from an ordinary noble lady and had begun to enjoy life.
Kariya Matou's physical problems were also resolved, and he seemed less perverted mentally.
Besides the Holy Grail, only the Masters were left. Sigh... the road ahead was long!
Hmm, the more I think about it, the more troublesome it gets!
What if, like in the original story, the Holy Grail just gives him a righteous judgment? Hmm, that doesn't sound too bad!
Kiritsugu Emiya suddenly felt a surge of energy and quickly turned his gaze to Fu Yuan. It's you, no doubt about it.
Fu Yuan suddenly felt annoyed. He was a normal boy and wasn't used to being stared at by another man while sleeping.
He entered a spirit-like state and silently went upstairs to his room, feeling increasingly sleepy. Indeed, laziness can ruin a person!
Fu Yuan suddenly began to understand those cultists, like the followers of lust and the followers of Nurgle.
Great Evil God! Please accept your humble follower! I don't want to work hard anymore!
It must be because the world is different. Otherwise, how could I have become so lazy? You know, in the Honkai world, I was always at the forefront of the battle.
'Perhaps my nature has finally overcome my reason.'
Su Mei felt she was also affected, covering her mouth with her hand and yawning softly. Really, didn't they say Heroic Spirits don't need to sleep!
Then Fu Yuan used his body's weight to close the door and suddenly collapsed onto the bed, curling up into a small ball.
Then... he fell asleep. No plot twist.
The only difference from previous times he slept was that another phantom appeared on the bed. Su Mei found a comfortable position, hugged her soft Junior Disciple Brother, and also fell asleep, feeling somewhat exhausted.
Chapter 42: Useless System, Useful Destiny!
"Although it might seem strange for me to ask this, I still want to ask."
"Does the Holy Grail War mean nothing to you?" Kariya Matou asked Kiritsugu Emiya, who seemed tired from typing on his keyboard, seizing an opportunity.
After all, he couldn't believe this was happening during the Holy Grail War for the past few days. Recalling what he had done: eating, shopping, eating... being hospitalized!
If this was the Holy Grail War, Kariya Matou said he wouldn't mind if it continued like this... well, except for the dark cuisine!
Kiritsugu Emiya didn't even look up upon hearing this. After all, having spent a few days together, he had already realized that Kariya Matou was on a different level, and competing with someone like him was a hardship for him.
"How could it be? After all, they didn't fight in the first few days, did they?"
Their alliance was a powerful weapon, and once exposed, it would easily cause others to band together. Therefore, the first battle absolutely could not be initiated by them.
Excluding their two pairs, there was also the already deceased Caster pair, meaning there were still four pairs left.
As long as there was a fight, they could find an opportunity to take out two pairs and then suppress them with their abilities. This would be a sure win.
After all, Saber and Berserker were among the stronger classes.
Poor Kiritsugu Emiya still believed that no one knew about their alliance.
"Oh." Kariya Matou nodded as if he understood, but not quite. Although Kiritsugu Emiya's words were vague, he genuinely didn't understand!
What does it matter to us if they don't fight! You cryptic people deserve to die!
And aren't you afraid they'll come after you! Saber is widely recognized as the strongest class!
But Kariya Matou still nodded. After all, it was best not to let too many people know about his low IQ.
"Knock knock knock!"
Accompanied by a series of knocks, Kariya Matou tensed up. He felt like he might have guessed correctly just now.
Seeing Kiritsugu Emiya walk towards the door as if nothing had happened, Kariya Matou, remembering their alliance, felt compelled to remind him.
"Be careful!"
Unfortunately, his warning was too late. Kiritsugu Emiya had already opened the door, revealing a yellow figure on the other side. Kariya Matou's expression instantly froze.
"Hello, is this the delivery you ordered?"
The delivery person looked confusedly at Kariya Matou inside. Are you guys playing some weird game?
"Yes, I ordered it." Kiritsugu Emiya noticed his confused expression but didn't explain, as it was unnecessary.
Kiritsugu Emiya actually welcomed the idea of his ally being a bit foolish, as a slightly dumber person was easier to manage, and he would arrange everything anyway.
Kiritsugu Emiya then, as if nothing had happened, placed the delivery on the table and called out to Illya, who was playing upstairs:
"Illya, it's time to eat. Call the others."
He left Kariya Matou with a stiff expression.
"Got it, Kiritsugu."
Little Illya helplessly waved to Sakura and then obediently began calling for the others.
Irisviel, who was in her room seemingly carving Kiritsugu out of wood, and Maiya, who was on the bed with a flushed face.
Little Illya's confused heart received no answer, but Illya hadn't forgotten her goal!
There's one more, the sleepy big brother.
"Hey!"
"Time to eat, big brother!"
Illya pushed the door open with force and saw... her big brother being held in a stranger's arms!
Little Illya's head was filled with question marks. She felt that the way she opened the door today was somehow wrong, why was everything different from what she imagined?
Fu Yuan was curled up in his Senior Sister's embrace, unsure what to say. He had woken up when Illya first pushed open the door and then saw his Senior Sister, who could suddenly shapeshift!
Although he was a bit confused, he quickly nudged his Senior Sister. She didn't react at all, even though Fu Yuan felt like her lips were curving upwards!
Sensing that Illya was already walking towards them, driven by curiosity, Fu Yuan felt that pretending to be asleep was useless and reluctantly spoke.
"I know, little Illya, you should go out first."
Seeing her big brother still with his back to her, Illya was a little reluctant. She really wanted to go over and take a look!
However, Illya was a good child. Despite her reluctance, she was very obedient and went out, thoughtfully closing the door behind her.
"Mmm~ Slept well."
As soon as Illya closed the door, Su Mei stretched as if she had just woken up and sat up, letting out a yawn.
"..."
Fu Yuan fell silent, Fu Yuan sighed, Fu Yuan shut down!
He didn't hold out any hope for what Illya would say. Now, he was already thinking about how he was going to explain things.
But before that, he needed to figure out how his Senior Sister had gotten out.
"It was Destiny Points. You weren't using them anyway, were you?"
Su Mei spoke first, not waiting for him to ask, and explained proactively.
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