Commemorative Photos for the New Semester

Miyama Town shopping district, Fuyuki City.

Outside Fish Fresh House.

Sasuke's life seemed to have returned to tranquility.

Although a foreign girl named Illyasviel von Einzbern had been added to the Sakura household.

They were getting along quite harmoniously, at least that was what Kaoru Sakura thought.

Sakura Masayoshi didn't object either; after all, having the house become increasingly lively wasn't a bad thing.

The peaceful life made time fly by.

The Holy Grail War that took place in Fuyuki had ended more than two months ago.

Time had reached the beginning of April.

Kaoru Sakura had also advanced from her first year of high school to her second.

And today was the very first day of the new semester.

It was also the opening ceremony for Homurahara Academy.

Since advancing to a new grade was quite significant, Kaoru Sakura hoped that Sasuke and Illyasviel could accompany her to the school to take commemorative photos.

Because it was the first day of school, according to school regulations, all opening ceremonies would be concluded before noon.

Of course, this was mainly because Kaoru Sakura didn't participate in any clubs at school, so she didn't have to be responsible for recruiting new members for her club.

If one had to say, Kaoru Sakura belonged to the "Going Home Club."

So this afternoon, Kaoru Sakura planned to go to the mall with Illyasviel and Sasuke.

As for Sakura Masayoshi, because he didn't like crowds, he planned to stay at the shop alone.

After finishing breakfast, the group headed toward Homurahara Academy together.

Sasuke had already been waiting outside the shop for Kaoru Sakura and Illyasviel for five minutes.

However, after another five minutes passed, there was still no sign of Kaoru Sakura and Illyasviel coming out.

But Sasuke was already used to it, so he couldn't be bothered to say anything.

In any case, after another ten minutes, Kaoru Sakura and Illyasviel finally came down from the room on the second floor.

Because they were going to school, Kaoru Sakura was just wearing her school uniform.

As for Illyasviel, she was wearing a white shirt as a base today, paired with a black bow tie, and a black leather jacket with the zipper left open over it.

On her lower half, she wore a black pleated skirt that went past her knees and black long boots.

"Bam-bam-ka-bam!"

Kaoru Sakura provided sound effects for Illyasviel's entrance as if she were announcing a show, and said to Sasuke with a straight face:

"Big brother, how is it?"

Sasuke looked indifferent, but in the end, he let out a soft sigh:

"I think you should be considering whether or not you're going to be late right now."

But Kaoru Sakura waved her hand dismissively:

"There aren't any classes today, so it doesn't matter if we go late."

"Doesn't Illyasviel look like one of those cool and sassy big sisters from manga?"

Regarding Kaoru Sakura's question, Sasuke, who had never touched a manga in his life, didn't say a word.

Seeing this, Illyasviel couldn't help but sigh, her helplessness visible to the naked eye.

Ever since waking up early this morning, Kaoru Sakura had been dressing Illyasviel up; she had lost count of how many outfits she had changed into.

From a certain perspective, the fact that Kaoru Sakura could tire Illyasviel out just by changing clothes was a talent in its own right.

So, regarding Kaoru Sakura, who had dressed her up like this, Illyasviel urged:

"Alright Kaoru, let's talk about this while we walk."

With Illyasviel's urging, the group finally set off on the road to school.

However, before departing, Kaoru Sakura tossed her school bag to Sasuke.

Kaoru Sakura stood behind Illyasviel, placed her hands on Illyasviel's shoulders, and shouted energetically:

"OK!"

"Big brother, Illyasviel!"

"Let's go!"

Sasuke had already adapted to the awkwardness, while Illyasviel was currently in the process of adapting.

Sasuke slung Kaoru Sakura's school bag over one shoulder while also carrying the camera bag, following behind Kaoru Sakura and Illyasviel with an indifferent expression.

The azure sky was cloudless, and the golden radiance of the morning sun enveloped the entire Fuyuki City.

The fresh air was refreshing and delightful.

On the way to school, there were already many students wearing the Homurahara Academy uniform, most of them accompanied by their families.

The road was practically overflowing with the scent of youth.

With Kaoru Sakura there to liven up the atmosphere, the journey was far from dull.

However, the moment they arrived at the school gate, Sasuke and his group ran straight into Shirou Emiya and Rin Tohsaka.

Not far away, Shirou Emiya and Rin Tohsaka were walking together.

Although it was unclear exactly what had transpired between the two, Kaoru Sakura had confirmed that Shirou Emiya and Rin Tohsaka were currently dating.

Furthermore, it seemed that Shirou Emiya had been the one to confess.

Such things were impossible to keep hidden, and Rin Tohsaka had no intention of engaging in some secretive, underground romance with Shirou Emiya.

As a result, it didn't take long for the entire student body to find out.

Kaoru Sakura could be considered to have successfully shipped a real couple.

During this time, Kaoru Sakura had also interacted with Rin Tohsaka, such as going over to the Tohsaka residence for afternoon tea.

So, when Kaoru Sakura saw the two of them, she walked right up to them:

"Good morning!"

"Sister Rin, Senior Emiya!"

Facing the approaching Kaoru Sakura, Rin Tohsaka returned the smile:

"Mm, good morning, Kaoru."

Beside her, Shirou Emiya nodded:

"Good morning, Sakura."

As he spoke, Shirou Emiya looked toward Sasuke and Illya, who were standing not far away.

Shirou Emiya felt alright about Sasuke; after all, they had fought side-by-side as comrades during the Holy Grail War.

But Illya had once been filled with murderous intent toward Shirou Emiya.

Although that aura was no longer present on Illya, Shirou Emiya still felt a sense of guilt whenever he encountered her.

This was because when Shirou Emiya learned about Kiritsugu Emiya through Saber, Saber had informed him about the matters concerning the Einzbern family.

He had also come to understand Illya's identity.

If given the chance, Shirou Emiya still wanted to have a proper talk with Illya about Kiritsugu Emiya.

Perhaps there had been some misunderstanding.

Just as Shirou Emiya was lost in these thoughts, Kaoru Sakura pulled him back to reality.

Kaoru Sakura looked at Rin Tohsaka:

"Sister Rin, could you please help me take a photo at the school gate?"

"I'll take one for you guys, too!"

This request stumped Rin Tohsaka, and for a moment, she looked troubled:

"Ah... about that..."

However, Rin Tohsaka quickly found a helper, pulling Shirou Emiya to her side:

"Let him do it; he's better at these things."

Shirou Emiya naturally understood that Rin Tohsaka wasn't skilled with such devices, so he chuckled and looked at Kaoru Sakura:

"Sakura, let me handle it."

Kaoru Sakura had no objections, immediately retrieving the camera bag Sasuke had been carrying and handing it to Shirou Emiya.

At the same time, Kaoru Sakura directed Sasuke and Illya to stand on her left and right.

Under Kaoru Sakura's specific instructions, both Sasuke and Illya wore cold expressions.

Sasuke was told to keep his hands in his pockets, while Illya was told to lift her chin slightly, looking cold and arrogant.

Only Kaoru Sakura, standing in the middle, was smiling.

After checking the results on the camera, Kaoru Sakura thought it looked absolutely cool!

Although it was a bit quirky, it was highly commemorative.

Just as Kaoru Sakura was about to take a photo of Shirou Emiya and Rin Tohsaka, she felt a sudden urge to ask them something.

She wanted to know why Sakura Matou, who was in her class, hadn't come to school with them today.

They hadn't arrived particularly late, yet she still hadn't seen Sakura Matou.

Did she arrive early?

Or did she not come at all?

However, out of consideration for the fact that Shirou Emiya and Rin Tohsaka were now a couple, the socially aware Kaoru Sakura ultimately decided not to ask the question.