Lin Yan's gaze was like Death's scythe. In that instant, Shinji felt a chill run down his back, as though boundless darkness had enveloped him and swallowed him whole.
"Still, I was shocked when I found out Lin Yan was a Master. Since we're both surprised, can't we at least talk for a bit?"
"Talking is fine, but what do you want to talk about?"
"The future. Like I said just now, I don't plan to fight. But the others aren't like that, are they? Isn't it unsettling to have to guard against disasters that could come at any time? Being alone is scary, but don't you think two people would have a way around it?"
Cooperation? He really had his little scheme all planned out.
"Forget it. This isn't a good place to talk, is it? We don't know who might overhear us. Let's go somewhere else. My place will do. Tohsaka won't find us there, and it'll be safe even if we get attacked."
"What do you mean, go somewhere else? Lunch break is almost over. If you have something to say—"
"Are you stupid? Just skip class. Come on, let's go already. I'm happy I found out Lin Yan is a Master, so don't rain on my parade."
"How can I do that? Skipping school would make people suspicious."
"You really can't adapt, can you? Well, fair enough. Normally, anyone would be on guard."
"But don't worry. No matter what happens, I won't make the first move. Do I look like I'd suddenly attack you?"
"That's true. I can't just go with you so easily."
"Whatever. You have a Servant with you too, right? I don't want to fight such a dangerous opponent." Shinji shuddered. Whenever he recalled Lin Yan's gaze, he felt a little afraid. It