"Big Brother!"
"Hashirama!"
"Father!"
"Grandpa! Grandpa!"
Everyone present was frightened and panicked.
Even though they had long expected this, seeing Hashirama Senju truly collapse still wrenched at their hearts. They hurried forward in a flurry and lifted his body.
Only Little Tsunade, who had been closest to him, seemed completely terrified by the sudden collapse of her elder. She stood there blankly, tears streaming down her face as everyone carried Grandpa away.
"Don't be afraid, little Tsunade..."
Hashirama Senju could feel the flame of his life about to go out. Yet the same kind, benevolent smile remained on his lips as he comforted his beloved little granddaughter. "We played too long today, and I'm a little sleepy, so I want to sleep for a while..."
Tsunade.
She was the child he loved most.
She had even inherited his childhood dream.
Ever since Hashirama Senju had returned to Konoha to raise the child, he had remained by her side. During this time, he had poured his heart into preparing a gift for her, hoping that it would one day take his place and stay by her side.
The gem on that necklace...
Contained Hashirama Senju's Wood Release Chakra.
"Take her away."
Shirou Emiya's voice gave the calm command.
"I'm not leaving."
Little Tsunade clung desperately to Hashirama Senju's arm, her voice choked with sobs. "Lord Shirou, don't make me leave. I want to stay with Grandpa..."
Little Tsunade vaguely understood.
Something must have gone wrong with Grandpa's body.
Because Shirou Emiya's manner right now was just like when he was saving patients on the brink of death in Konoha Hospital. Grandpa was one of those dying patients...
Although...
Lord Shirou was the most formidable medical ninja.
Lord Shirou could cure every disease in the world.
But...
Lord Shirou could not save