The Tohsaka Family's assets had been squandered away by that Priest Mapo.
Of course, things had not reached that point yet.
And now, the Tohsaka Family was more often than not just acting as a liaison. In contrast, Bai was more like the master of this place now, protecting Fuyuki's peace.
That left Rin feeling somewhat conflicted. But there was nothing she could do; this was already all she was capable of.
Of course, that did not mean Rin could do nothing at all in Fuyuki.
Though from a social standpoint, her status as a "local landlord" was somewhat undeserved, she still had a few minor privileges. For example, getting Saber added to the household registry, arranging an ID for her, and so on—she could still manage that sort of "little indulgence."
But actually mobilizing manpower at will like an ancient Daimyo was simply impossible.
"Oh? What brought you over here?"
Archer was not at the beach, but at a house farther away. This was the highest point in the area, and he stood there watching from above.
At this moment, Rin had also run over.
"Archer... don't tell me you're..."
Rin saw Archer's appearance.
He had already taken out his bow.
Clearly, if Bai failed, Archer would move in to finish the job.
"Don't misunderstand. I just don't want that thing destroying the Holy Grail War's battlefield."
Archer looked into the distance.
"You really are kind."
Rin sighed.
"—No, Rin, what are you talking about? Explain yourself!"
Archer was practically turning red with rage.
"Yes, yes, yes." Rin wore an ambiguous smile.
"I'm saying—Rin, don't tell me you still think I'm some... relative of Emiya Bai!?"
"Mhm, mhm, mhm. I know, I know~ You're not, you're not~"
[Ambiguous smile]
[That boomerang came back around too? I honestly never expected