But—as Bai herself had said, this was the best way.
"Please tell me... if there's anything I can do."
—Then she would do her best to help Bai reduce the risks.
That way, everyone's wishes could be fulfilled.
Even the Fifth Holy Grail War and the Sixth Holy Grail War would proceed together, increasing the number of groups that could have their wishes granted.
That way, a world where no one got hurt could be achieved... It would definitely be all right, wouldn't it?
Artoria knew that "requieming" the Holy Grail was an extremely risky undertaking.
Yet Artoria could not think of any reason to stop Bai.
She instinctively wanted to stop her, only to realize she had no reason to do so.
For Artoria, the Holy Grail was the object of her obsession. If she could make everything start over—
"Mm, there won't be a problem," Bai said. "Hatred must have a source, right? I don't know how to save humanity, but I can't ignore those who need saving."
"Those you want to save?" Artoria was somewhat confused.
"Ah, that's right. Saber counts too," Bai teased.
"—Me?"
Artoria was at a loss.
Bai let out a soft laugh.
"Though my Fairy Eyes haven't recovered, when I summoned Saber, I felt it—" Bai said. "Saber's heart was wrapped in despair—"
Though it was not only for Saber's sake, in the end, it was still for Saber.
"—So, I can't just leave Saber alone," Bai said.
That gentle voice made Artoria feel a warmth.
It was a sensation she had seemingly never experienced before.
But—no.
Something was wrong.
Though Bai was very gentle with her.
Though this feeling was wonderful.
Still...
It was completely different from the kind of feeling Artoria wanted in her heart.
She did not want to be