Chapter 740

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“We have to recover the Class Cards,” Rin said. “And to do that, the Kaleidosticks are essential. So, although I’m sorry about this, we need Illya to come with us. Understand?”

“However, even without you, Tohsaka Rin, Miyu and I will recover the cards,” Luvia said. “So there is no problem at all.”

“Wait, Luvia! You shouldn’t underestimate a corrupted Heroic Spirit! It’s too dangerous for her to face one alone! And even if you’re fine with it, I’m not!”

It wasn’t Rin who objected, but Shirou.

He had reacted to the idea of letting Miyu fight alone.

“Mr. Shirou…”

The dark-haired girl looked momentarily dazed. Then her expression grew serious, as though she had made up her mind.

“I’ll be all right. I’ll recover every Class Card, so please live a peaceful life with Illya.”

“…Miyu.”

“I won’t let Miyu fight alone. I’ll support her, so you needn’t worry, Shirou. Come along, Miyu.”

The girl with golden drill curls abruptly stood and made her declaration.

“Wait, Luvia! I’m not finished yet! Hey!”

Having said their piece, Sapphire’s pair left the room as though there were nothing more to discuss.

Rin Tohsaka tried to stop them, but failed.

“Honestly, that woman…”

“Tohsaka.”

Rin turned toward him. “Amamiya, whatever Luvia says, that girl can’t defeat the enemy on her own. We need Illya’s power, no matter what.”

Shirou nodded. “…I understand. But I absolutely won’t let Illya fight alone. Let me help too—that’s my condition.”

“Big Brother?!” Illya exclaimed in surprise.

Shirou wouldn’t let Miyu face an enemy like that alone, and he wouldn’t let Illya do it either.

He wanted to protect them both.

He gave Rin a confident smile. “I think I could be