Chapter 26: Spear and Sword (1)

Chapter 26: Spear and Sword (1)

The area adjacent to the eastern part of the seaside park was a street lined with warehouses. This area also functions as a harbor facility, separating Fuyuki City from an industrial zone further east. By nightfall, there are hardly any people here, and dim streetlights only enhance the sense of emptiness. Unmanned cranes are neatly arranged along the seaside, resembling giant dinosaur fossils, which makes people feel somewhat uneasy.

"It's a suitable place for a duel," said Shinji, who was the first to enter the warehouse street, securing a prime spot to observe the battle.

Justeaze faintly sensed the magical aura around her and made judgments. "Someone has erected a barrier. It should be the Master of the opposing Servant. They've concealed the true battleground to separate ordinary people from the Holy Grail War."

"That's the conventional approach. Magus must adhere to the rule of not exposing their actions to the public. Only the two lunatics from the Caster group disregarded it. However, these barriers have different functions. If they have also employed reconnaissance techniques within, it could become troublesome, just in case..."

As Shinji spoke, he adjusted his cloak, and his body became engulfed by black mist. When the mist dissipated, the purple-haired, purple-eyed child vanished and was replaced by a handsome young man with black hair and black eyes, bearing a faint resemblance to Shinji.

This was Shinji's appearance in his previous life, and perhaps it was one of the reasons why he could seamlessly enter this world without experiencing rejection from a new body.

From the shadows, a graceful figure emerges silently. It was Scáthach who had hurried over upon receiving the message.

Scáthach, who could perceive causalities, cast a contemplative gaze at Shinji, who had altered his appearance, and murmured, "Cunee (Hades' cloak)."

Shinji received a gift from his ancestor, Perseus, over a year ago, granting him the ability to wield Perseus' Noble Phantasm.

Perseus was a renowned hero in Greek mythology and the origin of the constellation Perseus. It is said that he obtained blessings from the Olympian gods and possessed several Noble Phantasms throughout his life, one of which was a cloak borrowed from Hades, King of the Underworld.

The cloak's primary effect is disguised. By consuming magical energy, the wearer's appearance can be altered. By expending a significant amount of magical energy simultaneously, it can even achieve temporary invisibility, completely erasing sound and scent. In mythology, Perseus used this treasure to stealthily approach Medusa and while she slept, decapitated her. Shinji dares to venture out and closely observe the battle between servants by relying on the magical properties of the cloak.

"They're here," Justeaze's voice interrupted Scáthach's thoughts as she looked downwards.

Saber and Irisviel walked confidently along the wide four-lane road, akin to duelists bravely accepting a challenge.

The enemy stood boldly in the middle of the road, with their distinctive attire and strong magical presence, indicating their extraordinary nature.

It was a man with well-defined features: a prominent nose, stern eyebrows, and rugged facial contour. His delicate lips gave the impression of strictness and self-restraint, while his gentle and melancholic eyes exuded a strong masculine charm. In particular, a captivating teardrop-shaped mole beneath his left eye enhanced his gaze.

His choice of weapons was eye-catching. He held a long spear of approximately two meters in his right hand and a shorter spear of about one-third of its length in his left hand.

"A rare selection of weapons," remarked the seasoned master of weaponry, Scáthach, her eyes lighting up as she focused on the dual spears.

Shinji asked, "What do you mean?"

Scáthach explained that" when utilizing the length of a spear to its fullest potential in various battle situations, it is common to employ a combination of detachable short spears. By wielding one long spear and one short spear simultaneously, it serves not only as a disguise to confuse the opponent but..."

"...as a true master who wields two spears," Shinji interjected, eagerly anticipating this line.

"Saber."

Irisviel nervously swallowed a mouthful of saliva and called her name.

Influenced by the intense fighting spirit emanating from the two warriors, she keenly perceived that she had no place to interfere with this battle.

Not only Irisviel, but Shinji, Justeaze, Scáthach, and anyone else watching knew that there was no room for anyone other than the Servants to intervene in this battle.

However, Irisviel did not want to become a bystander.

"Be careful. While I can assist you with healing magecraft, I should not get involved in anything else.".

Saber nodded before she could finish her sentence.

"I'll take care of Lancer. However, I'm concerned about his Master refusing to reveal himself. There may also be a scheme at play. Stay vigilant."

The storm of the fighting spirit intensified, even affecting Shinji and his group, who were positioned at a higher vantage point.

Saber's emerald eyes emitted a fearless radiance.

"Irisviel, I trust you to watch my back."

Feeling Saber's determination and trust, Irisviel's fighting spirit soared.

"Understood. Saber, bring me victory."

"Yes, I will."

Saber took a firm step forward, the sound of her footplate hitting the ground mirroring her resolute gaze.

Toward Lancer, toward his twin spears.

PS: Special Skill for Scáthach in Swimwear:

Coastal Crisis: A+

Depends on how much attention she "accidentally" attracts at the seaside.

Unlike a beach flower, it even draws attention far beyond mere infatuation. Just by taking a stroll, Scáthach can create chaotic situations at the beach.

+60 Advanced Chapter /AbsoluteCode