Moon World Girlfriend Comes Knocking

However--

After a moment of contemplation, Ryougi Shiki suddenly asked, "Do you like Caster?"

I mean, the kind of liking between a man and a woman.

Almost instantly, the atmosphere in the room seemed to fall into a deathly silence, and Lan Ze's movement of getting out of bed froze.

Irisviel's gentle smile froze for a moment. She gazed at the girl before her in the pitch-black room, remaining silent for a long time before softly saying:

"He promised to take me home after the Holy Grail War ended."

Ryougi Shiki paused slightly. "... Go home?"

"Yes, he'll take me back then." Irisviel's voice remained gentle, but for some reason, there seemed to be a subtle tension in the air.

Ryougi Shiki was silent for a moment, then said, "He treats you very well."

Irisviel did not deny it, and her usual gentle smile returned to her face, "Caster is a very good Servant, and I am very glad that I summoned him."

"Therefore, no matter who I'm facing, I won't give him up."

Ryougi Shiki looked into Irisviel's eyes, and in the woman's gentle gaze, she saw an unwavering determination.

So that's how it is? This woman, after all, wasn't just someone who simply signed a master-servant contract...

Her life as an artificial human should have been predetermined, but at some point, she suddenly made up her mind to pursue her dream, and for this dream, she would not yield to anyone, no matter who her opponent was.

Why do I feel like Irisviel already knows I'm in the room...? Lan Ze felt inexplicably nervous. He'd rather go out and fight Kama again than see this scene.

"You are very capable, but you are no match for me," Ryougi Shiki said softly.

Her gaze remained fixed on Irisviel, as if a door within her was quietly opening. In truth, upon closer reflection, Irisviel and she were somewhat similar; they were both "tools," created to achieve a certain purpose.

The only difference is that she has a different personality, and the personality that is the "Root" knows what emotions are, but cannot empathize.

Irisviel, however, was different; she understood emotions and had even fallen in love with someone.

This is completely different from her.

"Feelings aren't something you gain through strength," Irisviel said softly.

Even if one is born as the Root and possesses immense power, it doesn't mean one can use that power to obtain the emotions one desires... Irisviel's words were a fatal blow, yet they didn't cause Ryougi Shiki to waver in the slightest.

Because she didn't believe she would lose to Irisviel, whether in terms of ability, temperament, or even appearance.

What to do... We haven't even sorted things out with Kama yet, and we're already having internal conflicts among our own people. If they really make a move here, it'll be a real problem...

Listening to their conversation, Lan Ze felt completely overwhelmed, his thoughts racing through his mind.

I need to find a way to stop them...

Just as this thought crossed Lan Ze Ryougi Shiki suddenly ask, "Are you getting used to wearing the kimono?"

Irisviel paused for a moment, then nodded gently. "It took a little getting used to at first, but now it feels pretty good."

"That's good." Ryougi Shiki replied softly.

Silence fell over the room once again.

As a battle that seemed about to erupt quietly subsided, Lan Ze's slightly stiff body gradually relaxed.

It seems Sister Shi is still able to grasp the situation... Now they have a common enemy, and their goals are the same—to obtain the Holy Grail.

However, before that, we need to figure out the reason for the formation of this Singularity... Lan Ze thought to himself.

He didn't know if this Singularity was caused by Kama. Logically speaking, Kama didn't seem to have done anything that would harm history, so it shouldn't have generated Singularity...

Could it be that Goetia is behind this again?

Goetia shouldn't directly interfere with Singularity; it usually operates from behind the scenes as the mastermind. Plus, it was just beaten up a few days ago, so it should be even more cautious now...

Was it Kama who created the Singularity, or... was it someone else?

After an unknown amount of time, Lan Ze suddenly felt a slightly cool palm gently covering the back of his hand. The soft, slender hand made him pause for a moment, and his heart inexplicably quickened its pace.

How dare you, Shiki-nee Irisviel is sleeping right next to us!

As Lan Ze thought about this, he suddenly felt that something was not quite right...

The owner of this hand doesn't seem to be Ryougi Shiki?!

After a brief hesitation, Lan Ze's eyes widened suddenly.

This is Irisviel!

Irisviel gently patted the back of Lan Ze's hand, then glanced at the sleeping girl before withdrawing her hand, gently lifting the blanket, and quietly turning to leave the room.

She had already discovered me and wanted me to come out to see her now... Lan Ze understood what Irisviel meant. Although she hadn't said a word, it was clear that she wanted him to come out.

But how did she do that? I had already concealed my presence... Lan Ze couldn't figure it out no matter how hard he tried, so he decided to stop thinking about it for now. He glanced at the girl who seemed to be still fast asleep, then turned and quietly left the room.

As the door closed gently, shadows fell upon Ryougi Shiki's delicate face. Her eyes were slightly closed, her long eyelashes fluttering, as if she were still fast asleep.

Irisviel stood in the doorway. Seeing Lan Ze emerge from the room, she looked up, a gentle smile on her face, "Come with me, Caster."

"Let's renegotiate the contract tonight."

Her tone was calm and natural, as if she hadn't seen Lan Ze in the room at all, nor had she called Lan Ze out.

But this attitude made Lan Ze's mood complicated. He looked at the woman walking ahead and felt a strange feeling in his heart.

After hesitating for a moment, Lan Ze finally couldn't resist and quickened his pace to her side, saying, "Irisviel— "

Irisviel tilted her head slightly, turning to look at him with the tenderness still in her red eyes.

"What's wrong?" she asked, feigning ignorance.

Lan Ze steeled his resolve and asked, "When did you find out?"

Irisviel's smile remained unchanged, "Castleer, even if you can conceal your presence, I can still sense your presence, you know?"

"As long as you remain Servant summoned by this Holy Grail War," she added.

Lan Ze was taken aback. He hadn't heard what the other person meant, and asked in confusion, "Why?"

But Irisviel deliberately kept everyone in suspense, revealing a mischievous, devilish smile, and said softly, "Let's sign the contract first."

That smile... is it really Irisviel?

Lan Ze thought to himself for no apparent reason.

He suddenly realized that he didn't really understand his Master. His understanding of this woman was limited to her gentleness, intellect, and thoughtfulness—qualities similar to a Yamato Nadeshiko.

But Irisviel's reaction tonight was not quite what he had expected.

If Irisviel knew he was in the room from the moment she entered, why didn't she confront him then, instead waiting until Shiki was asleep?

And... why could she still sense my presence even after I concealed my aura?

Lost in thought, Lan Ze had unknowingly followed Irisviel along the corridor for quite some time before finally stopping at the door of a room in a secluded corner.

Irisviel gently pushed open the door, and what came into Lan Ze's view was an environment similar to a "secret room". A soft and luxurious red carpet stretched all the way to the end of the room, and at the end, a red magic circle was inscribed.

"Is this... a magic circle for Heroic Spirit Summoning?" Lan Ze asked subconsciously.

Irisviel nodded gently. "I will renew our contract here, making you my Servant once again."

She paused here, a gentle smile appearing on her face, and said softly, "Are you ready, Caster?"

Irisviel probably never intended to sleep in the first place; she and Ryougi Shiki were simply chatting while lying in bed together.

Her kimono was perfectly wrinkle-free. This light pink kimono was Ryougi Shiki's dress, but it looked perfectly natural on Irisviel. The slightly loose fabric concealed her perfect figure, and it was also printed with beautiful pink petals.

She wore a pair of wooden clogs, revealing her delicate white feet. Her toenails were painted a light pink, jelly-like color, like a piece of soft, beautiful jade, making one want to hold them in one's hands and play with them.

Lan Ze's gaze flickered for a moment, then he quietly looked away after glancing at it twice.

Calm down... I don't have any weird fetishes, calm down!

Lan Ze kept reminding himself, forcing himself to stop glancing around, and nodded gently. "Let's begin, Master."

Irisviel nodded solemnly, extending her slender white hand, a lone Command Spells on the back of her hand quietly exposed to the air.

She murmured something, and something in the air seemed to be stirred. A gentle breeze swept through the tightly closed room, causing Irisviel's long, flowing silver hair to flutter.

The next moment, she raised her eyelids and gazed into Lan Ze's eyes. The Command Spells on the back of her hand lit up with a red light, which almost covered the entire room.

However, this light did not last long. Just a few seconds later, the Command Spells's light dimmed silently.

Lan Ze was taken aback for a moment.

Strange... I can't seem to form a contract with Irisviel?

After a brief moment of hesitation, he quickly felt relieved.

The inability to sign a contract is probably due to the Black Mud, right?

This thing is very special. After he was shrouded in Black Mud, even the Command Spells couldn't recall him. Now that he can't re-sign the contract, it must be the Black Mud's doing.

"It seems we can't sign another contract." Lan Ze sighed, looking at Irisviel was bowing her head and seemed somewhat dejected. He gently patted the woman's shoulder and comforted her.

"It's alright. Even if we can't sign a contract, I'll stay by your side and protect you. As for magic, don't worry... I have a way to replenish my magic at any time."

After all, Einsbern Castle still has a "nanny" in every sense of the word; he can come back to replenish his magic power at any time after a battle.

Irisviel wasn't happy; she kept her head down, but raised one hand and gently grasped the back of Lan Ze's hand.

She raised her eyelids, gazed into the boy's eyes, and said softly, "There's more than one way to sign a contract; there are other methods."

Lan Ze became somewhat interested and asked curiously, "What method?"

Irisviel was silent for a moment, as if she had thought of something. Her face flushed slightly, but her beautiful eyes shone with excitement. Suddenly, she asked a strange question, "Castler, are you interested in the Holy Grail?"

Lan Ze paused for a moment, not quite understanding Irisviel's intentions, but still nodded. "Of course... Why did you suddenly ask this?"

"The secret of the Holy Grail lies within me," Irisviel whispered.

"Aaa?" Lan Ze tilted his head.

"The secret of the Holy Grail lies within my body."

Irisviel gently grasped Lan Ze's wrist.

"The method to renegotiate the contract with me is also hidden in this secret."

"That's strange, why is there no reaction at all after using the Command Spells...?"

At this very moment, a stunningly beautiful woman was leaning back on a park bench with her legs crossed, gazing up at the hazy night and murmuring to herself.

The woman had silver hair, and her smile held a hint of madness. She wore armor similar to that of the Western Middle Ages, the fabric perfectly covering her skin but highlighting her proud, full breasts.

Although this Servant was extremely beautiful, the place where her gaze fell inspired a genuine sense of awe, and no one dared to meet her eyes easily.

Jeanne d'Arc, or perhaps Jeanne d'Arc of Arc Alter.

She is not the ruler of this Holy Grail War; she simply had an accident and possessed the body of a rural girl named "Laeticia".

And also attached to this girl is another Servant...

" With Magic Resistance, it is possible to resist the Master's Command Spells. You are underestimating those great heroes of history. How could they easily submit to Command Spells?"

A voice filled with righteous indignation echoed through the park late at night. The voice was like the warm sun in winter, and just hearing it made people feel relaxed, both physically and mentally.

She was the referee in this Holy Grail War, namely Saintess Jeanne d'Arc.

Summoned by the Holy Grail, she found herself in Laeticia, a girl perfectly suited to her, and even bought a plane ticket to travel there. However, upon arriving in Fuyuki, Jeanne d'Arc discovered a shocking truth.

--She wasn't the only referee.

To be precise, she was the referee summoned by the Holy Grail War, while Black Jeanne d'Arc was not summoned by the Holy Grail War, but simply by the power of another Holy Grail.

In this Holy Grail War, there are two Holy Grail: one that can grant Holy Grail, and the other that caused Holy Grail Singularity.

It wouldn't be so bad if the two of them were dependent on one person; she could have easily contacted all the Heroic Spirit existing in this world, and together they could have found the other Holy Grail and then helped Chaldea retrieve it. However—

This Black Jeanne d'Arc caused trouble on the very night of the Holy Grail War. Not only did she lack martial ethics, but she also provoked the Holy Church Fathers, which made him unable to resist taking action—the Arbitrators have a rule that they cannot take action against members of the Holy Grail War unless it is in self-defense.

After seizing the Command Spells, the referee who blew the whistle slew in secret for two days, searching for the whereabouts of the other Holy Grail. Although she was summoned by that Holy Grail, even she didn't know where the other Holy Grail was hidden.

I never expected that such a fierce battle would take place last night, which really surprised even Black Jeanne d'Arc.

"A great hero who stands tall and proud?" Black Jeanne d'Arc Alter repeated, a sensual smile playing on her lips.