Medusa: There are so many enemies

Besides, although her driving was a little frightening, she hadn't actually caused any accidents.

Overall, she seemed fairly reliable.

But faced with the culinary abomination before them, even Artoria fell silent.

Sakura Matou's little face went pale. "No, we'll definitely die if we eat that."

Artoria agreed. "Miss Irisviel, you should probably stay out of the kitchen from now on."

"Huh? What?"

Alice looked incredulous, her eyes brimming with tears. "Lord Lin Luo, what do you think?"

"Well, you still need some practice."

Lin Luo put it tactfully. "So let's have Medusa make dinner instead."

Artoria's and Sakura Matou's eyes immediately lit up.

Compared to Irisviel, Medusa's cooking was practically on the level of a master chef.

Especially with this comparison, it had been elevated to divine cuisine.

Alice puffed out her cheeks. "Why are even you saying that, Lord Lin Luo? I was so confident!"

Being confident doesn't mean you aren't hopeless at cooking.

Everyone silently made that observation as they glanced at the food giving off black fumes.

Being able to create such a culinary abomination was a talent in its own right.

"I can cook."

Medusa abruptly rose from her seat and moved up to Lin Luo.

"But I just finished fighting tonight, and I used up quite a lot of magic power."

Her tone was utterly serious.

"Mana Supplementation. I need Mana Supplementation."

Although her face was flushed, she was unwavering.

Strong, handsome, and appreciative of me. He's the perfect master.

"Sure."

Lin Luo didn't hesitate at her words.

With her being so forward, why would I refuse?

He cupped Medusa's lovely face and lowered his head slightly.

"Mmph..."

Medusa's pupils contracted.

Master's magic power is so hot.

"Sh-shameless."

Artoria covered Sakura Matou's eyes with both hands, her own eyes wide open.

Mana Supplementation and all... How bold!

For some reason, Artoria felt her face burning.

"You're surprisingly innocent."

Alice, however, looked perfectly relaxed. "You're Lord Lin Luo's Heroic Spirit too. If you run low on magic power, you can ask him for Mana Supplementation."

"I... I would never."

Artoria refused outright, but her eyes remained fixed on Lin Luo's lips.

"What are you talking about?"

Sakura Matou asked innocently, "Can you take your hands away now?"

"No. Wait a little longer."

"All right."

A moment later.

Medusa took a step back.

She breathed softly, as though struggling to catch her breath, a faint pink flush spreading across her skin.

The legendary monster woman really is different.

Looking at her dazed expression, Lin Luo gave her a silent thumbs-up.

Finally, Medusa came to her senses. Feeling everyone's eyes on her, she abruptly trembled.

I... I was so bold.

Where did my restraint go?

What possessed me to ask for something like that?

Doesn't this guy know how to refuse?

But wouldn't it have been even more embarrassing if he'd refused?

"Since Master gave me Mana Supplementation, I'll go prepare your meal now."

Lifting her chin in a show of composure, Medusa walked somewhat stiffly toward the kitchen.

Watching her retreating figure, Lin Luo smiled. "Come find me anytime you need more."

"After all, giving Mana Supplementation to a Familiar is her master's duty."

Medusa stumbled, then quickened her pace.

"Oh my, Miss Medusa is quite innocent too."

Watching it all, Irisviel wore a fond, knowing smile.

Meanwhile, Artoria finally lowered her hands stiffly.

For her, what she'd just witnessed had been quite a shock too.

Mana Supplementation!

Of course she knew what that meant.

If I ran low on magic power, would Master do that to me too?

But if he really did, what should I do?

Refuse?

That wouldn't be right. He'd be doing it for my sake.

But if I didn't refuse...

Remembering how Lin Luo had said he wanted to date her, she blushed even harder.

"What happened?"

Sakura Matou raised her eyebrows, looking puzzled.

Why has the atmosphere gotten so strange?

"Sakura, you'll understand when you're older."

Alice ruffled Sakura's hair and spoke with a smile.

"Sakura isn't a little kid."

Sakura Matou pouted. "Soon, I'll become Uncle Devil's wife too, just like you."

Artoria: "..."

Alice: "..."

What nonsense are children thinking about these days?

"Hmph, I'm serious."

Sakura Matou huffed, brushed Irisviel's hand away, and turned to walk toward her room.

Meanwhile!

Lin Luo was also taken aback for a moment before rubbing his chin thoughtfully.

That's Sakura for you. What an ambitious goal. I'm rooting for you.

"Master, don't you think you have a lot to answer for?"

Artoria turned to him with a complicated look. "You should find some time to talk to Sakura."

"Sakura doesn't understand any of this. She's just talking nonsense."

"Master, your expression makes it obvious you're brushing me off."

"Oh, you noticed."

"You actually admitted it! Master, show some restraint."

Artoria pressed a hand to her forehead.

My Master isn't just a Devil.

He's a complete and utter scumbag.

Medusa was right about everything.

Wait!

He never seemed to deny it in the first place.

Seeing Artoria's reaction, Lin Luo was amused.

Teasing my King like this is pretty fun.

Suddenly, Lin Luo's expression sharpened.

"Master, someone's coming."

Artoria sprang to her feet. "One, two... no, a lot. Why are there so many Servants?"

A trace of confusion flashed through her eyes.

"Whatever the reason, tonight certainly is lively."

Lin Luo smiled. "Looks like the commotion I caused earlier made quite a few people restless."

Chapter 57: Medusa: There are so many enemies

The night deepened!

Lin Luo and the others had stepped out of the room.

The sinister chill felt even colder beneath the vast darkness of the night.

Figures stood scattered around them, some atop the perimeter wall, others crouching on the eaves.

Their gazes were cold, as though they had merged with the night itself.

"With presences like these, they should be Assassin-class Heroic Spirits."

Standing beside Lin Luo, Artoria asked in confusion, "But why are they showing themselves so openly?"

"Yes, their methods of concealing their presence are very sophisticated."

Lin Luo smiled. "If they hadn't revealed themselves, they wouldn't have been easy to find."

"So they're doing this deliberately?"

Artoria understood. "They're trying to draw our attention. In that case, is their target the Master?"

At that, an odd look came into her eyes.

There's nothing wrong with the plan!

With Lin Luo and me here, taking out the Master really is the best approach.