The Loyal Lancer

The situation on the battlefield was somewhat bizarre. It had originally been a three-way standoff, but after two sides clashed, the Lancer faction actually showed signs of losing ground.

Clang~

The sound of metal striking metal rang far into the distance, and sparks stood out against the night. Su Xiao and Diarmuid Ua Duibhne were locked in combat. Having already lost an arm, Diarmuid Ua Duibhne was forced back again and again. It would not be long before he was defeated.

The Counter Shield once again blocked Diarmuid Ua Duibhne's thrust. Su Xiao slashed out at incredible speed, leaving a wound deep enough to reach the bone on Diarmuid Ua Duibhne's right arm.

Diarmuid Ua Duibhne's Master, Kayneth, watched the battle from inside the Unfinished Building in the distance. His expression was extremely grim. If Diarmuid Ua Duibhne died in battle, he would also lose his qualification to continue participating in the Holy Grail War.

"Why... Why is there such a huge difference in strength? That useless Diarmuid Ua Duibhne... Hah~ There's no choice. We can only retreat for now."

Kayneth raised his arm, preparing to use the Command Seal on his hand to save Diarmuid Ua Duibhne. If he issued an order through the Command Seal now, making Diarmuid Ua Duibhne appear beside him, then even without spatial abilities, Diarmuid Ua Duibhne would be transported to his side through the combined effect of the Holy Grail and the Command Seal.

This kind of forced command had many restrictions. For example, ordering Diarmuid Ua Duibhne to become stronger would be ineffective, while still wasting one Command Seal. Every Master only had three Command Seals. They were the only means of controlling a Servant.

"Diarmuid Ua Duibhne, by Command Seal, I order you to appear..."

The Command Seal on the