Kenseth: Here, Shinji, Take the Blame!

In fact, Shinji was surprised that Waver would still be involved with Leinys.

While Leinys is indeed a member of the El-Melloi Family, her blood relation to Kenseth is very distant. If Kenseth were to marry Waver, he would have far better options.

It's important to understand that the current El-Melloi Family is not the same as the impoverished noble family in the original Fate story, which fell apart and incurred huge debts after Kenseth's death.

In this world, Kenseth is still alive, and the El-Melloi Family has not declined; on the contrary, it has become increasingly powerful due to its cooperation with Shinji.

"My teacher doesn't think the women in his family are a good match for me; he thinks I'm too honest," Waver replied with a hint of helplessness.

Shinji nodded in agreement. "You are indeed quite honest. Otherwise, I wouldn't be ordering you around."

"Thank you so much!"

Another cross appeared on Waver's forehead.

"But how did you come up with the idea of choosing such a little girl?" Shinji wasn't going to miss the chance to tease Waver. "Could it be that you like Lori...?"

"It was Leinys who requested it."

Fearing that Shinji might say something he shouldn't, Waver chose to answer first.

"Her branch of the family was too remote, making it extremely difficult for her to stand out, so she approached me. I saw that this young girl was quite talented, had no ill intentions, and was good at Magecraft, so I didn't refuse."

"Didn't you refuse?"

Shinji pressed for an answer.

"Of course I can't agree to my life's most important matter so hastily, but I can't push that girl away."

At this point, a hint of helplessness flashed across Waver's face. "The Clock Tower's winds have been blowing a bit off lately, and things aren't going well for marginalized family members like Leinys."

"What's going on? Could it be that the Aristocratic Faction is preparing to attack us?"

Sensing that Waver's tone was off, Shinji sat up straight, and his expression became much more serious.

Waver shook his head slightly. "Not the Aristocratic Faction, but the emerging Magecraft families."

Upon hearing this, Shinji's face flashed with disdain. "They dare?"

"Of course they dare, because they received a hint from the Aristocratic Faction, so you're not wrong to say that the Aristocratic Faction is the one causing trouble."

Waver replied seriously, "You know, they've been trying to curry favor with those aristocratic families."

"They'd risk their lives for a dog bone. Aren't they despicable?" Shinji's tone was somewhat amused.

The so-called emerging Magecraft families refer to Magecraft families that have only been around for two or three generations.

The reason they are called families rather than clans is because these people have little inheritance and too few family members to even qualify as a clan.

These emerging factions longed to align themselves with the Aristocratic Faction and gain recognition from those Aristocratic Faction families, but how could those stubborn old nobles possibly look down on these peasants who weren't even considered nouveau riche?

"Hmph, lackeys have no choice."

Perhaps out of disdain for the behavior of the emerging school of thought, Waver made a rare, sarcastic remark.

"The Aristocratic Faction offered them considerable benefits to incite trouble. You know, they dream of marrying Magecraft from an aristocratic family."

"They don't really think this can 'improve blood circulation,' do they?"

At this point, he made quotation marks with his hands, a look of disdain on his face.

Waver silently put down his teacup and said indifferently, "I don't think any noble family would be willing to form a marriage alliance with them. They'll probably only end up with one or two illegitimate daughters who have little talent and are not valued."

Shinji's disdain deepened. "Would you really be willing to act as a pawn for someone like that? You've really been tamed."

The emerging faction was originally just a disorganized group, and it only became a force because it was nurtured by the Aristocratic Faction.

In almost every Parallel world, the Clock Tower are rife with conflict between new Magecraft and old-school aristocratic Magecraft.

However, in most Parallel world, established Mage Families have too much of an advantage, and those new, ordinary Magecraft with little background are no match for them.

After all, not everyone can become Magus Killer like Kiritsugu Emiya, nor can everyone be as overpowered as Shirou Emiya.

In fact, even the Emiya family father and son could at most deal with Magecraft like Kenseth who weren't good at fighting; they were no match for the real monsters in the Clock Tower.

Therefore, in most Parallel world, the rule of the Aristocratic Faction is as stable as a rock.

The only exception is the world Shinji transmigrated to.

The mysterious decline has disadvantaged veteran Magecraft. They may have an advantage over the new generation of Magecraft, but there are simply too many new Magecraft to make that difference negligible.

In order to maintain their rule, the veteran Magecraft raised a group of lackeys, which are what Waver and Shinji call the "new faction".

These people have one thing in common: although they only have one or two generations of Magecraft lineage, they endorse the Aristocratic Faction's bloodline theory and look down on Magecraft from ordinary backgrounds.

They believed that after several generations of Magecraft marrying Magecraft, their family members could now also be called "Magecraft aristocrats".

Therefore, they look down on Magecraft from ordinary backgrounds, just as the Aristocratic Faction looks down on them.

The Aristocratic Faction Magecraft discovered this group and united them to act as henchmen in order to maintain their rule.

That's a slightly nicer way of putting it; essentially, they're just a bunch of lackeys, and lackeys that their master despises.

To paraphrase a certain nobleman. "These families, whose members don't even fill a single page, dare to call themselves a clan?! Bah! Who would associate with such lowly scum! They may be shameless, but we nobles certainly are!"

Shinji was no stranger to these emerging groups; he had spent most of his time dating girls from these families when he was at the Clock Tower.

Putting everything else aside, the Matou Family's reputation alone is enough to make these new factions strip their daughters naked and send them to Shinji's bed.

It's important to know that the Matou Family originated from the Zolgen Makiri family, a legitimate and long-established Mage families.

Even if an old man like Aozaki Public dislikes Shinji, he would only call him a "traitor" and would not bring up Shinji's bloodline or background.

Strictly speaking, Waver should also be considered a member of the emerging school.

However, he was spotted by Kenseth as soon as he entered the Clock Tower, became his apprentice, and joined the El-Melloi Family.

Despite not being related by blood, Waver, who was as close as father to Kenseth, wielded more influence in the Clock Tower than even some of the lower-ranking Lord.

Therefore, those troublemaking new factions have always been eager to have Waver join them.

But they would always only get a "Get out!!" response from Kenseth.

Shinji was quite curious as to why these emerging factions dared to provoke the established families led by him and Kenseth. Even if other Aristocratic Faction had given them the courage, they didn't deserve it.

"Actually, they don't dare to directly attack the core families; they only dare to target peripheral figures like Leinys."

Waver explained, "But that's also their goal. If we intervene, the Aristocratic Faction will also have an excuse to get involved."

"This backstabbing and scheming is a pain," Shinji said, annoyed. "It's no good at all. If these guys actually dared to attack us, I'd call them 'good dogs.' This kind of sneaky behavior is never acceptable!"

"Yes, a clown." Waver rubbed his temples helplessly. "But sometimes villains can actually succeed, so I hope you can bring a group of people back to Fuyuki City, ostensibly to recruit for Type-Moon Company. Leinys is included."

"No problem, I've got this bag."

Despite bringing his family along, he might be able to add a batch of Magecraft talent to the company, Shinji believes is worthwhile.

"Oh, right, there's one more thing," Waver added as a final touch.

"What?"

Boom!

A loud bang came from outside. Waver sighed helplessly, "Please take your childhood sweetheart back with you! The Modern Magecraft Department isn't enough trouble for her anymore."

Upon hearing this, Shinji's expression immediately froze.

[Wait, haven't I just seen this script? Damn it, Waver, what do you think I came to Britain for?!]

The Second Master's lips twitched slightly.

The reason he would come to Britain at such a crucial time as the New Year, instead of enjoying the holiday with his family, is because he can no longer stay at home and wants to avoid the limelight.

The two King of Knights were really too much trouble; the two were like oil and water, and they couldn't stand not fighting for a day.

In just a few days, these two had fought their way through Fuyuki City —in open fields, on rooftops, in the snow, on riverbanks, in groves, in staff lounges, in bedrooms, and even in bathhouses...

In Shinji could use for romance and sex were used by these two women to fight.

Its keywords include, but are not limited to, wilderness, no horse, beautiful woman, friction, fencing, tearing clothes, and tattered knight princess...

Unfortunately, there's a price to pay for such a pleasing sight. The fighting between these two King of Knights was so intense that they never stopped until the entire fighting area was completely destroyed.

Money is not a big deal. Anyway, these guys who call themselves Heroic Spirit have been destroying houses more than once or twice. Second Master is already used to it.

But the two King of Knights were just too noisy, making it impossible for the Second Master, who only wanted to slack off at the end of the year, to get a proper rest.

So, having been tormented to the point of exhaustion Shinji had no choice but to come to Britain for some peace and quiet.

So, even seeking refuge in the Britain means facing these demolition experts?!

To this, Shinji can only say one heartfelt thing.

"RNM, refund my money!"

Chapter 173 Kenseth: Come on, Shinji, take over!

If given a choice, Shinji would definitely prefer to lie comfortably on the hotel bed specially prepared for guests at the Clock Tower.

Doing nothing, thinking nothing, just lying around and spending the New Year holiday.

Holidays are for resting; what kind of holiday is it if you can't properly rest?!

Unfortunately, Tohsaka Rin is not only Shinji's childhood friend, but also Shinji's debtor.

Now that she's in trouble, Shinji still has to take some responsibility.

So, despite his deep reluctance, he followed Waver into the corridor.

With just one glance, the Second Master saw Tohsaka Rin and Luviya, who were bound in place by Magecraft and unable to move.

"Hmm... that really surprises me."

Shinji smiled and teased Rin, "Rin, you've really grown up. It's been so long, you've even learned bondage play."

"Screw your bindings! Shinji Matou! Why are you here?!"

Rin, who had been brought under control and had calmed down, went berserk again the moment she saw Shinji.

If two students hadn't held Rin down, she probably would have jumped up and slammed her knee into Shinji's nose.

Even so, Rin's face still turned red, whether from anger at Shinji or from shame at being seen in such a state by Shinji, it was hard to tell.

"Shinji! You just wanted to see me make a fool of myself, didn't you?! Right?! Absolutely!!"

Shinji nodded slowly. "Of course."

"You actually admitted it!!"

Second Master was quite pleased with Miss Lin's furious outburst. While he couldn't say that his recent frustration had completely vanished, it had at least made him feel much better.

Indeed, the happiness index of humankind is determined by comparison.

"So you're Shinji Matou...?"

The other "culprit," Luviya, behaved like a lady.

That is, if you ignore her tattered clothes and her messy hair.

"Yes, this is me, hello miss."

Shinji greeted Luviya in a very gentlemanly manner.

As long as Tohsaka Rin isn't involved, she's the perfect, dignified young lady who just happens to have extraordinary fighting skills.

"No, no."

Luviya said modestly, "I've long heard of the Matou Family's prodigy, but I've never had the chance to visit him. I'm truly sorry that our first meeting is on such an occasion."

"No, no, no, it is my honor to meet the next head of the Edelfelt family. Your family's research on Jewel Magecraft has given me considerable inspiration."

"Mr. Shinji Matou, you flatter me. My family doesn't know how we could be so kind..."

"That's definitely it..."

Rin glared through gritted teeth at Luviya and Shinji, who were exchanging pleasantries. "Tch, pretending to be a good girl now! And Shinji! Have you forgotten that your basic Jewel Magecraft was learned from our family?!"

Unfortunately, Shinji and Luviya turned a deaf ear and a blind eye to her.

Fortunately, Rin wasn't angry for long, because Waver arrived right after Shinji.

"Lady Tohsaka, Lady Edelfelt."

Waver said in a tone of exasperation, "It's you two again!"