Taking Leave and Visiting / A Mysterious Girl

Looking at Ruler, whose eyes held a resolute expression, Caren Altasia spoke after a long moment of contemplation, a slight smile playing on her lips.

PS2: The Japanese server has implemented a bunch of new Servant. Leaving aside YAS, there's another one who will be appearing soon; Servant class and such will definitely be different...

(Does this count as being betrayed by the authorities?)

Also, book recommendation time--

My Days as a Bounty Hunter in Arknights

Synopsis: The Darkness family home in the early morning.

Nightingale sat quietly at the dining table, snoring softly, while her dog, De'Gou, sat beside her, looking awkward.

The little tiger Swire, sat upright but occasionally let out a howl, while Pramanix sat gracefully and quietly observing.

"My friend, your house is too small for your number of people. My SilverAsh home is always open for you."

Even SilverAsh, who claimed to be a close friend, couldn't resist getting involved. Darkness stepped out of his house, bathed in the morning dew and sunlight.

But what caught her eye was Officer Chen from next door strolling over with a cup of Longjing tea. Considering the scene inside, another absurd and troublesome day was about to begin.

Chapter 390. Requesting Leave and Visiting

Homurahara Academy --

After the first morning class ended, Sakura went to the faculty office.

"Hey, asking for leave?"

The female teacher, who had been sitting at her desk looking rather bored, showed a surprised expression after hearing Sakura's purpose for coming.

"Yes, my brother and Illya are temporarily unable to get away due to some matters. Therefore, they need to request a period of leave, and we hope that you, Teacher Fujimura, can approve it."

"I was wondering why I didn't see those two kids during morning class. I was thinking of calling Kiritsugu and Mr. Akira to ask about them."

Teacher Fujimura touched his chin with his right hand, as if deep in thought.

Taiga Fujimura is an English teacher at the Homurahara Academy High School and also the student life guidance teacher for Shirou and Illya's class. She is a friend he met after his family moved to Fuyuki.

Although she has a somewhat unreliable personality, Fuji-nee is like an older sister to Sakura, Shirou, and Illya, taking care of them in every way.

"Oh, right, Sakura."

"Um?"

Seeing Fuji-nee sneakily lean close to her ear, Sakura looked puzzled.

"Did Shirou and Illya go on a secret date?"

"..."

Occasionally, Sakura couldn't help but wonder if the world had made a mistake by making someone with Fuji-nee's personality a teacher.

Creak--

The noise coming from the doorway drew the attention of the two people inside the office.

"Excuse me."

As the office door opened, a girl dressed in the Homurahara Academy came into their view.

"Oh, Matou, you're here too."

The girl who walked into the office showed a hint of surprise in her eyes when she saw Sakura.

"Mizuki-senpai."

Upon seeing the girl, Sakura bowed slightly in greeting.

Ayako Mitsuzuri is a second-year student at the Homurahara Academy, and also the captain and head of the archery club that Sakura participates in.

"Ayako, what brings you here?"

As a fellow archery club instructor, Taiga Fujimura was naturally familiar with the club president; in fact, they had a good relationship. Upon seeing Ayako Mitsuzuri enter, Taiga didn't stand on ceremony and immediately asked her why she was there.

"It's like this, Teacher Fujimura— "

Ayako Mitsuzuri explained why she had come.

"Tohsaka didn't come to school today. I asked Mr. Kuzuki before, and Tohsaka didn't ask him for leave. So I wanted to ask if she told you about it."

"Hey, Little Rin didn't come today either?"

After hearing what Ayako Mitsuzuri, Taiga Fujimura looked somewhat surprised.

"Elder sister..."

After hearing Ayako Mitsuzuri's words, Sakura's expression showed some worry.

Magecraft must adhere to the principle of [concealment]. Therefore, as ordinary people, Taiga Fujimura Ayako Mitsuzuri would naturally be unaware of the existence of the [Holy Grail War].

Did something go wrong during the summoning ritual?

"... Sakura, do you know about this?"

Sakura's wandering thoughts were interrupted by the voice that reached her ears. Coming back to her senses, she saw Taiga Fujimura Ayako Mitsuzuri looking at her with questioning eyes.

Although they don't share the same surname, several close friends know that Sakura and Rin are biological sisters.

"I'm sorry, my sister didn't tell me."

Sakura shook her head and told the truth.

"But I think my sister didn't encounter any accidents."

As the Master, my sister also possesses three Command Spell that can forcibly control Servant.

"I think she might have caught a cold this time, and my sister isn't very good at using the phone either, so that's probably why she didn't have time to ask for leave."

"That's true, the weather has started to get cooler lately, so you all need to take care to keep warm."

Everyone around Rin knew perfectly well that she wasn't good with electronic devices. So, Taiga Fujimura easily accepted Sakura's explanation.

"Yes, thank you for your concern. I will visit my sister after school."

Finally, to reassure Taiga Fujimura Ayako Mitsuzuri, Sakura said.

Since the break between classes was almost over, Sakura left the faculty office after saying goodbye to Taiga.

"Hey, Matou."

On her way back to the classroom, Sakura suddenly heard a voice behind her. She stopped and turned around to find Sakura Ayako Mitsuzuri, who was also coming out of the office, calling out to her.

"Senior?"

Seeing Sakura's puzzled expression, Ayako Mitsuzuri made her request--

"Matou, it's like this. After school this afternoon, I plan to visit Tohsaka with you."

Indeed, as one of Rin's few friends at school, it wasn't Ayako Mitsuzuri to make this request, but...

"Senior, as the captain of the archery club, the club still needs you to take charge. However, I will convey your greetings to my sister."

Sakura smiled and declined the other person's offer.

Normally, Sakura would never say that. But this is a special time, and even though Ayako Mitsuzuri's martial arts skills far surpass those of ordinary people, she is still just a "human being".

There's absolutely no need to drag her into this "unknown territory."

"Ah, you're right. Lately, because of the weather, the members have even started to slack off on their daily training."

Perhaps sensing that Sakura was hiding something from her, Ayako Mitsuzuri stopped asking and changed the subject, starting to complain about the club members' daily lives.

Ring ring--

The school bell rang suddenly, interrupting their conversation.

Oh, right.

Suddenly, as if she had thought of something, Ayako Mitsuzuri said to Sakura:

"Since you're going to visit Tohsaka, just go there after school. I'll ask for leave for you from the archery club."

"Then I'll have to trouble you, senior."

Sakura bowed slightly to express her gratitude to Ayako Mitsuzuri.

"Of course."

In response, Ayako Mitsuzuri waved and walked towards her classroom.

Although I have received permission from the captain not to participate in club activities.

However, because the days are shorter in winter, by the time Sakura finished getting ready and left school, the sun was already almost below the horizon. Moreover, since the Tohsaka Family is considered a prestigious family in Fuyuki, there were basically no other students from the Home Club who could accompany Sakura.

Therefore--

Sakura's first reaction upon realizing she had stepped into a barrier was to breathe a sigh of relief.

<The Abandoned Admiral Rises from His Coffin>

Introduction:

Dear Commander:

It's been a long time since you left the port area.

Everyone's feeling a bit lonely.

However! Everyone is working hard to protect the port area~

So, Commander, welcome home!

The above is a lighthearted daily story about a former admiral who returns to the port and rebuilds the naval base with his companions.

This article is dedicated to all commanders who currently love Azur Lane, and those who once loved Azur Lane. Take some time to visit the port.

Chapter 391. The Mysterious Girl

We need to hurry...

Looking up at the sun that was just touching the horizon, Sakura instinctively quickened her pace.

Although the sky is still relatively bright now, the winter days are really too short. By the time Sakura arrives at the Tohsaka Residence, night will probably already be falling over the city.

Although the Tohsaka Residence and the school are both located in the [Old Town] and aren't too far apart as the crow flies, the Tohsaka family, a prestigious clan and a family of Magecraft in Fuyuki City, obviously wouldn't choose to build their residence in an area frequented by ordinary people. Therefore, Sakura would have a hard time finding classmates to accompany her.

"Once we get to my sister's place, let's call Uncle."

After all, things are different now than before. In this special period of the Holy Grail War, even those Magecraft who are skilled in magic would probably find it difficult to escape when they encounter real trouble, let alone a "rookie" Magecraft like Sakura.

Therefore, Sakura had been told by Wang Xiaoming since childhood that "safety comes first," said that she would definitely "listen to her uncle."

As mentioned before, Sakura, who was about to step into the territory of the Tohsaka Residence, could hardly see any classmates or even pedestrians around her.

--Clearly, there must be a barrier nearby to keep out passersby.

But...

"Call--"

Sakura exhaled softly, and her breath instantly condensed into mist in the cold air before being dispersed by the wind.