Chapter 745

It seems Illya properly handed over the bento to Miyu.

Hearing her say that made Shirou feel that getting up early to make bento boxes was worthwhile.

That seemed to become the turning point for the two to improve their relationship, Shirou's plan proceeded smoothly.

"Mmm~"

However, for some reason, Illya puffed out her cheeks.

"Oh wow, this development is really interesting... I feel like it's going to turn into a fantastic chaotic scene~"

Ruby wagged its tail (the shaft of the staff) happily.

"Well then, see you in the battle tonight..."

"Wait, Miyu!"

Shirou called out to Miyu had already reached the entrance area.

The black-haired girl stopped in her tracks. "Brother... Mr. Shirou?"

Shirou bent down and whispered in her ear.

"Regarding Miyu's flight, I actually had an idea... it's like this..."

Shirou explained the method of moving and fighting in the air that he had racked his brains to come up with the last night.

"!!"

Miyu listened to the explanation, her pupils dilated slightly.

"How about it?"

After he finished speaking, Shirou asked with an expectant look on his face.

Miyu looked thoughtful. "The method Shirou- san offered... doesn't seem to violate the Physical Laws."

"Want to give it a try?"

"Yes, I'll practice according to Mr. Shirou's method when I get back."

Okay, don't push yourself too hard.

"... Thank you so much."

Miyu gave Shirou a deep look, then bowed and left the Amamiya Residence.

She lived in the Edelfelt Mansion across the street, so Shirou didn't need to take her back.

Back in the living room, I found that Illya was in a very bad mood.

What did my brother say to Miyu?

"Nothing."

"Hmph~~~ Fine, if you won't tell me."

Illya's little face had puffed up like a pufferfish.

Although it was cute, being stared at like that made him feel like he was sitting on pins and needles, Shirou changed the subject:

"Illya, how did you strike up a conversation with Miyu during the day?"

Illya tilted her head. "Well, I went to invite her to train with me this morning, but it seems Miss Luvia already took her out..."

"Is that so?"

"Hmm. So, I'll have to go to the back mountain for special training alone... and also test the Class Card that Rin-san gave me."

As Illya spoke, she took out a Class Card that Shirou had never seen before. The card depicted a soldier drawing a bow and shooting an arrow.

"..."

For some reason, Shirou's gaze was drawn to the card, Illya noticed this.

"Does brother want to see?"

"Hmm, may I take a look?"

Okay~

Illya handed the Class Card to Shirou.

"This is..."

"It's Archer's Class Card."

"Archers..." Shirou frowned.

Illya asked, puzzled, "What's wrong, brother?"

Shirou shook his head and returned the Archer Class Card to his sister.

He was actually somewhat hoping that something unusual would happen after he got the card, like in Magical Girl anime, but unfortunately nothing happened.

What is the "Install" of this card? What kind of Noble Phantasm does Archer possess?

The so-called "Install" is an ability possessed by the Kaleidoscope Wand.

When the collected Class Card are used in conjunction with a wand, the wand's mimicry part can be transformed into Heroic Spirit's Noble Phantasm. The downside is that the wand's own functions cannot be used at this time.

Upon hearing Shirou's question, Illya immediately complained, "Listen to me, brother~ Archer's 'Install' is the bow!"

Shirou: "Yes, Archer's Noble Phantasm is definitely the bow."

Illya: "But we only have a bow, no arrows! No arrows! This is completely pointless!"

"I'm sorry, that's how it is~"

After several days of getting along with Ruby, Illya became more and more skilled in making complaints.

Shirou gently rubbed the head of his younger sister, who was sobbing and lying on his lap.

A bow without arrows... huh?

Shirou couldn't help but wonder: what, then, is the point of such a weapon?

Illya continued, "Then, Miyu suddenly fell from the sky."

"..."

Shirou was speechless. "What kind of special training did Luvia undergo?"

Although she said she would undergo special flight training, could it be that she's going to push Miyu off the plane?

Shirou sighed, feeling that this was something Luvia was capable of doing.

"Thanks to Sapphire, Miyu was unharmed. She saw me flying in the sky and said to me, 'Please tell me how to fly...'"

"At that time, Sapphire asked Miss Illya why she could fly into the sky."

As a result, we ended up watching a Magical Girl anime that served as the prototype for Illya's flying ability.

"I see."

"Yeah. My brother's bento box too, we ate it while watching anime."

Ah, speaking of which, there's something I'm concerned about. Brother, was today's food even better than usual?

"Illya suddenly said."

Well... I'm in pretty good shape today.

"Oh, that's great, brother."

After hearing what had happened from Illya and the others, Shirou understood the situation and realized that his plan had been a great success.

One more thing, which is what Illya said at the end.

It wasn't just Sella's ego; Shirou's Cooking Skills had indeed improved.

Despite not making any effort, my cooking skills have improved.

In Shirou's mind now, a certain suspicion has become even stronger—

Unlike Illya Miyu, this is not a sign of Shirou Amamiya's "growth".

Whether fighting Rider or cooking, Shirou doesn't feel like he's grown any stronger.

It's less about "growth" and more about "reclaiming."

This is a secret that Rin can't tell him yet.

Shirou Amamiya is gradually regaining his "past self".

Thinking of this, a chill ran down Shirou's spine.

This is far more frightening than any foreseeable growth, because it is completely uncharted territory.

What will I ultimately become?

Who exactly was "Shirou Amamiya"?

Volume 10: 451 Trust your sister, trust needs no reason.

That night, Shirou and Illya returned to the banks of the Miyou River, determined to avenge their humiliation from the previous day.

However, Shirou probably has other things to do before entering the Mirror World.

"Um, Tohsaka. What happened during the day was actually an accident. I absolutely didn't mean to..."

"..."

Rin Tohsaka crossed her arms, avoiding the boy's gaze.

No, she won't listen at all.

Shirou had thought that Rin Tohsaka wasn't the type to hold grudges, but she was angrier than he had imagined.

More than being touched on the chest, the real reason was probably that it ruined her chance to talk to Sakura.

Illya Miyu stared incredulously at Shirou desperately trying to explain to Tohsaka, their eyes filled with innocent wonder.

"What's wrong, brother?"

"What happened between Mr. Shirou and Ms. Rin?"

"No, that..."

Shirou scratched the back of his head.

Rin Tohsaka snorted coldly, "You two, don't mind him. Also, you'd better not get too close to that guy, you never know where he might rub you."

"What, Tohsaka!?"

Don't say things like that in front of Illya and the others!

Shirou was very worried that his authority as the older brother would be completely lost.

"I didn't do it on purpose..."

"Snort!"

Rin Tohsaka pierced through Shirou's protest with her icy gaze and turned her face away again.

She's so smart, she could obviously tell it was a misunderstanding.

But because he left a terrible impression on Sakura, he was taking his anger out on her.

Illya & Miyu: "???"

Luvia couldn't stand it anymore.

"You two, now focus your attention on Caster."

Although I don't know what happened, please don't let personal feelings interfere with the mission.

Especially Rin Tohsaka! You should know how dangerous the enemy is, right? That's why I hate those muscular monkeys."

"Um! Ah, I understand! I'll forget about this morning for now, Amamiya- san!"

But don't get me wrong! I haven't let you off the hook! After this is over, you'd better be prepared!

"... learn."

The group quickly went into a strategy meeting.