Chapter 800

"It's just like a tortoise. Since that's the case..."

"Miss Illya, this is bad!"

Even without Ruby's warning, Illya could understand.

Bazett assumed a stance, ready to unleash a hand strike far more powerful than his previous ones.

"It turns out..."

The magic barrier was breached.

The weapon, which should have struck Illya's hand directly, failed to pierce the girl's body.

Because, along the path of the deadly piercing hand, Illya created several layers of magical barriers, blocking the attack.

If the opponent concentrates their attack power on one point, then you only need to concentrate your defense power on one point.

"Still putting up a futile resistance...!"

For the first time, Bazett let out a sound of agitation.

But Illya wasn't satisfied yet; a sudden inspiration had just struck her.

I'm not as smart as Miyu, nor as clever as Kuro.

Rin once said, "My greatest weapon is my imagination."

"It's over."

"Now!"

Bazett then swung his hand in a chop.

Just as she was about to strike herself, Illya focused her consciousness and magic on a single point.

That's Bazett's elbow.

"What!?"

Bazett's arm was immobilized by a magical barrier that appeared out of thin air.

Then, Illya did the same to immobilize her other hand.

"This is...!"

"Deploying a defensive barrier at any coordinate!? To be able to do it with such precision!? Amazing, Miss Illya!"

Ruby was taken aback.

Originally intended for defense, the magical barrier was used by Illya to stop the enemy's movements.

Although this is an idea that most Magecraft would find hard to come up with, Illya has been watching Magical Girl anime since she was a child.

"Even if we're weak, we still have ways to fight! This is the end of it! Convergent Bombardment!"

Illya unleashed her ultimate magic cannon, which flew straight toward the Sealing Designation Enforcer was fixed in the air.

This is the strongest attack she can currently unleash.

The cannon, its power amplified by gathering magical energy, flies towards the immobilized enemy.

Even if she's a monster beyond common sense, as long as this move hits, she should be able to win!

"Please!... Huh!?"

Illya gazed at it with a prayerful expression, only to witness an unbelievable sight.

The magical barrier that should have immobilized Bazett was actually a sturdy shackle.

In any case, it's impossible to act in that state.

"He dodged it...!? In that state...!"

"If the restraint is twofold, then you win."

Before the magic cannon could hit, Bazett shattered the magical barrier binding her and forcibly dodged the attack.

Illya's all-out attack only left a small hole in Miss Bazett's clothes.

The stolen Class Card fell to the ground from the tattered suit.

As Illya stared blankly at this scene, Bazett shattered the remaining magical barrier, completely regaining his freedom.

"Then... let's do it one more time...!"

Seeing this, Illya snapped out of her daze, focused her mind, and decided to restrain her twice.

However, Bazett immediately crouched down and plunged his hands into the ground like shovels...

"Ah...!?"

Bazett lifted the ground up.

The massive concrete block completely obscured Illya's view.

Lifting the tatami mats!?

Lifting the tatami mats—this is a legendary assassination technique that Illya had seen in a period drama before.

Suddenly, he lifted the tatami mat inside the room to block his opponent's view, then drew his sword and launched a sneak attack...

But this is a concrete floor!!!

"Gurgle...!!"

Bazett's fist smashed through the clod of earth and pierced deep into Illya's abdomen, whose eyes widened in shock.

Because the girl was completely stunned, she was unable to concentrate her magic on physical protection and was thus sent flying.

"Uh... wow!"

The girl coughed up blood due to the impact on her back.

"Is Miss Illya alright!? This is bad...!"

"Don't put up any futile resistance, just obediently hand over your Class Card. So..."

Bazett walked up to Illya, grabbed the girl's feet, and hoisted her into the air.

Next, she removed the card holder that was tied to Illya's left leg.

"Don't want..."

Enveloped in despair, Illya heard a violent collision sound.

Illya endured the pain and looked in that direction, seeing a red and black figure rapidly approaching.

"The girl from before...! Has she already come back to life?!"

"I was trying to get back to sleep, but the sound of someone getting beaten up woke me up. You really dare to lay a hand on my sister."

I'm the older sister!

Illya screamed inwardly, but... it really was Kuro!

That's great, she's alright.

Although she was battered and tattered, and covered in countless wounds, Chloe seemed to still be able to move and was even prepared to fight.

Chloe glared at Bazett, who had blocked the twin blades, and as if to retaliate for her earlier attack, kicked her into the pile of rubble.

Then, she turned to Illya, who was speaking to her with concern, and shouted in a sharp voice:

"Quick, pick up the cards, Illya! Don't give any to this guy! We'll buy some time until then!"

"Us"?"

Bazett frowned, and then, in that instant, a powerful impact came from behind, blowing her away again.

"Miyu!!!"

Illya shouted in surprise and delight, while Bazett clicked his tongue in annoyance.

"Sorry, Illya. It took a while to heal my injuries..."

Miyu raises the Kaleidoscope Wand.

"We've already contacted Mr. Shirou; that person is on their way here..."

"Elder brother!"

Illya's eyes widened.

A sudden sense of relief swept away all the pain and despair.

As long as my brother comes, this kind of enemy is not worth mentioning at all!

"You two don't have time for leisurely chatting now... Let's buy some time before my brother gets here!"

"Clear!"

Illya Miyu shouted in unison.

"..."

Bazett remained expressionless, a sense of confusion swirling in his mind.

Who is "older brother"?

Impossible...

Why is it that when that person is mentioned, these children not only exude an aura of power... but their magical abilities also seem to increase?

Volume 10: Chapter 478 My sisters, thank you for taking care of them, Bazett (angry)

"..."

Bazett was on edge.

I don't know why, but the atmosphere changes completely whenever these kids mention "older brother".

The battlefield, which she had once completely controlled, seemed to have become unstable.

"Sniper!"

The Miyu launched an attack.

This attack was far more powerful than Illya's, forcing Bazett to use his arm, imbued with Rune Magecraft, to block it.

At the same time, Chloe also launched an attack.

"Ugh...!"

Watching Chloe Miyu engage in a fierce battle with the enemy, Illya endured the pain and crawled desperately on the ground.

We must retrieve the Class Card.

Hurry up and do it now!

"No, Miss Illya! Your injuries haven't healed yet! If you don't focus on treatment quickly, your injuries could be life-threatening!"

"There's no time for healing..."

Miyu and Chloe held off Bazett, while Illya was in no condition to fight; all she could do was retrieve her Class Card as quickly as possible.

"Everyone... fought so hard to collect those cards..."

Brother, Miyu, Rin-san, and Luvia- san.

Kuro also helped him during the Assassin encounter.

These cards were collected with such difficulty... They contain everyone's efforts and memories, and I absolutely do not want to give them to anyone.

"While the two of them are holding her back...!"

Illya reached for the last one on the ground.

"Babble...!"

The girl's hand was stepped on by a black leather shoe.

Illya looked up and saw a pair of brown eyes staring down at her with a cold gaze.

"--Although you're still children, it's truly remarkable that you've persevered this long. All three of you are..."

Bazett turned his gaze to the side, Illya followed his look— Chloe Miyu lay there side by side.