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Chapter 253 A Series of Falls

Although in the original storyline, Kiri Kariya was no match for Tokiomi Tohsaka.

But the current Kariya Matou is not the ordinary Kariya Matou; he is Kariya Matou who has pledged allegiance to Fu Le and received targeted instruction from Fu Le.

In short, the fully enhanced Matou Kariya gave Tohsaka Tokiomi a sound beating.

He pinned Tokiomi Tohsaka down and punched him in the head repeatedly.

The key element is Tokiomi Tohsaka's face.

Everyone says you shouldn't hit someone in the face, but Matou Kariya just kept relentlessly punching Tohsaka Tokiomi in the face.

Soon, Tokiomi Tohsaka, who was usually elegant, had his face covered in bruises and was barely recognizable as a human.

However, although Matou Kariya beat Tohsaka Tokiomi very badly.

However, he did not kill Tokiomi Tohsaka.

The current Kariya is not the same Kariya Matou who sacrificed everything to take revenge on Tokiomi Tohsaka in the original story.

He still has a lot to do.

For example, raising Sakura to adulthood.

Tokiomi Tohsaka is, after all, Sakura's father and Aoi Tohsaka's husband.

Kariya Matou couldn't bring herself to kill him.

But he still had to vent the negative emotions he had accumulated over the years on Tokiomi Tohsaka.

As a result, Tokiomi Tohsaka was beaten so badly that it was almost unbearable to watch.

But he also survived.

On the other side, which is the last battlefield in the Master War.

Kotomine Riki is facing Weber and Irisviel.

This battle is finally not a case of the 'villains' being defeated.

In terms of combat power, even if Irisviel and Waver were combined, they would be no match for Kotomine Risei.

Despite his advanced age, Kotomine Risei's skills are in no way inferior to those of his youth.

Under his relentless onslaught, Irisviel and Webber were almost overwhelmed.

Of course, although it was said that they were fighting both Irisviel and Waver at the same time, Waver actually didn't have much fighting power at all.

The situation on the field was more of a matchup between Kotomine Ryougi and Irisviel.

However, Irisviel lacked combat experience.

This meant that, despite being theoretically stronger, she was no match for Kotomine Risei.

However, she managed to hold the line and prevent herself from being quickly defeated.

But they can't hold on for much longer.

Just as Irisviel was about to be defeated, Waver, who was extremely anxious, suddenly heard Fu Le's voice in his ear.

"Gilgamesh has been defeated."

This was the voice that Fu Le transmitted directly.

Upon hearing this, Waver immediately activated the Command Spell without hesitation.

"Come to my side, Rider!"

Weber had wanted to activate the Command Spell for a long time.

The problem is that the Servants are besieging Gilgamesh, and if they cannot defeat him, their plan will be in vain.

Weber certainly didn't want to see that happen.

Therefore, Waver would not want to summon Iskandar unless absolutely necessary.

Weber persisted because he had a broad perspective.

Although he wasn't very skilled in combat, he was quite quick-witted.

Irisviel, however, was fearless.

As the Lesser Grail, she was destined to die. If she could help Kiritsugu Emiya defeat Gilgamesh before she died, it would greatly help his victory.

Besides, she can't summon Saber.

She was, after all, not Saber's true Master.

But she did it willingly.

But Fu Le was not willing to do so.

He had been keeping a close eye on Irisviel's situation and couldn't possibly let her die at the hands of Kotomine Risei.

Therefore, at the moment Gilgamesh was killed, he sent a telepathic message to Waver.

Weber did not hesitate.

He immediately summoned Rider.

However, Waver's summoning of Iskandar did not have the effect of defeating Kotomine Risei and turning the tide of the battle.

Because he had just activated his Command Spell, Kotomine Risei, who had been watching him closely, chose to retreat.

Although Kotomine Risei is very strong, he is not a true Master after all.

He can't summon Servants to fight each other.

Therefore, he kept a close eye on Webber and Irisviel throughout the battle.

If anyone summons a Servant, they must retreat immediately.

Because that means he has either already won or already lost.

His victory was based on his forcefully compelling the opponent to summon their generals back, thus relieving Gilgamesh's burden.

This is absolutely the way to secure Gilgamesh's victory.

As for the failure, it was naturally because his coercion had no effect, and then the opponent directly summoned a Servant.

This means that Gilgamesh may have already failed.

Furthermore, he is no match for the Servants, so once the opponent summons Servants, Kotomine Risei will have to retreat.

He had even made preparations beforehand.

Weber and Irisviel did not leave him with his methods at the time.

Thus, Kotomine Ritsumasa successfully escaped.

Fu Le was happy to see this.

Fu Le didn't really care who lived and who died in this battle.

It depends on his needs.

As a traveler traversing different worlds, Fu Le tries to change some tragedies, or rather, tragedies as he sees them, whenever he can.

This is not out of a sense of justice.

Rather, it is about self-satisfaction.

He wanted to do that.

Just like rescuing Sakura and killing bugs will become a routine.

The former is too pitiful, and the latter is too despicable.

Therefore, Fu Le wants to change these things.

After all, Captain Jia once said something famous.

It was like this before I came, and it's still like this after I came. So, didn't I come for nothing?
That's what it means to let Kotomine Risei go.

Because Kotomine Rise is involved with another girl with a tragic fate, namely Kotomine Kirei's daughter, Karen.

It's safe to say that there are just too many girls in the Type-Moon universe with tragic fates.

Now that Kirei Kotomine is dead, Kallen is the only living bloodline of Riza Kotomine.

Fu Le then handed over Kallen's information to Kotomine Kirei. Although Kotomine Kirei's emotions were twisted, his father was still a normal person.

He should be able to change Karen's future.

For those girls that Fu Le once liked, no matter what, Fu Le hopes they can be happier.

With this, the battle between Masters has come to an end.

Iskandar, who had been summoned back by Waver, was looking utterly helpless.

There was nothing he could do; he had just witnessed something interesting before Waver summoned him back.

But before he could figure it out, he was summoned back.

Unfortunately, he still hadn't caught the culprit who had summoned him back, which was incredibly frustrating for him.

However, his helplessness didn't last long, as Irisviel's sudden collapse soon caught his attention.

The same applies to Weber.

Irisviel's collapse was sudden.

There were absolutely no warning signs beforehand.

Upon seeing this, Weber immediately ran over to check on Irisviel's symptoms.

After all, Irisviel had saved him many times during the battle. His fighting strength was simply too weak.

Weber was deeply grateful for being saved.

Therefore, he was extremely concerned about Irisviel's situation at this moment.

As for what exactly happened to Irisviel?
That's because Gilgamesh's soul entered her body after he died.

Irisviel was fully aware of this.

So when Weber asked her what her symptoms were, she kept making excuses, saying that nothing was wrong.

Weber sensed that she was trying to hide something, so he didn't ask any further questions.

He was simply helping with the treatment.

But before long, Irisviel, who had been in somewhat better condition, suddenly shuddered and then completely lost consciousness.

Because just now, Berserker Lancelot's soul had also entered her body.

The moment the number of souls within her reached four, she could no longer maintain the functions of her body.

At this moment, Irisviel was on the verge of death.

Although she was described as being on the verge of death, her condition was practically indistinguishable from death.

At present, her body has stopped functioning due to its inability to withstand the strain, but her life is not over yet.

But what if another soul enters her body?

Then she will face true death.

Irisviel's fall signifies the end of the battle between Artoria and Lancelot.

Under the watchful eyes of Fule and Medea, Artoria achieved final victory.

Although she ultimately won, she felt no joy whatsoever.

The feeling of killing her comrade with her own hands again made it difficult for her to maintain her inner peace.

In particular, Lancelot almost deliberately died at her hands.

Now, with the boost from Fule's magic, Lancelot's combat power has subtly surpassed Artoria's.

This is actually quite normal, after all, Lancelot was originally a strong person no less than Artoria.

Amplified by Fu Le's Command Spells, he regained some of his consciousness and, with the Berserker class buff, became terrifyingly strong in melee combat.

But he still lost to Artoria.

He intended to die by the holy sword.

Just like Diarmuid's wish was merely an obsession with serving a monarch once again.

Lancelot's wish was simple: to be judged by Artoria.

That is, he died at her hands.

This is something he didn't achieve during his lifetime.

Therefore, it became his obsession.

Knowing this, Fu Le did not force him to stay, but instead allowed him to take this opportunity to fulfill his wish.

He died at the hands of King Arthur.

Therefore, even though Lancelot was already stronger than Artoria in combat ability at this time.

But he still died by the other's sword.

This was the ending he longed for.

He himself was pleased, but he dealt a heavy blow to Artoria, making her even doubt her own convictions.

Just as she was lost in a daze, Medea came to her side.

“Saber, although I know I shouldn’t bother you right now, there is indeed a very urgent matter that needs your attention.”

Medea said earnestly to Artoria.

"What is it, Caster?"

Upon hearing this, Artoria forced herself to stay alert.

After this battle, Artoria's feelings towards Medea improved considerably.

After all, Medea had helped her a lot before.

"Irisviel has fallen."

"what!"

Artoria was stunned for a moment upon hearing this, and then immediately ran back the way she came.

"what on earth is it!?"

Back with Irisviel, Artoria hugged her and asked incredulously.

The people she was asking were Weber and Iskandar.

Of course, neither of them knew anything about this.

Just then, Fu Le walked over.

"Do you remember what I told you, Saber, about the Lesser Grail?"

"The Lesser Grail!"

After Fu Le's reminder, Artoria immediately realized what was happening.

"Is it because of the withdrawal of Servants?"

"That's right. With the departure of four Servants, Irisviel has completely lost her bodily functions. I estimate that if one more Servant leaves the stage, she will lose her life completely and turn into the pure Holy Grail."

Fu Le answered Artoria seriously.

"how so!"

Artoria's voice trembled.

He simply couldn't accept this ending!
“This is a necessary sacrifice, Saber.”

Just as Artoria was grieving, her true Master, Kiritsugu Emiya, emerged shakily from the alleyway, supported by Maiya Hisau.

He was also seriously injured in his battle with Kirei Kotomine.

If it weren't for Hisayu Maiya bandaging him in time, he probably wouldn't be far from death either.

"Kiritsugu!"

When Artoria saw Kiritsugu Emiya's injuries, she was also a little worried.

But the other party's heartless words quickly ignited her anger.

She clenched her fists angrily, already at odds with Kiritsugu Emiya.

But Kiritsugu Emiya completely ignored her.

Although he spoke ruthlessly, his eyes remained fixed on Irisviel.

Kiritsugu Emiya loved Irisviel.

And she loves it very much.

He also wavered between his love for Irisviel and his own long-cherished wish.

But Irisviel strengthened his resolve.

That is, to save the world.

"Oh, you must be Saber's true Master, the Magician Killer Emiya Kiritsugu? I've heard of your reputation."

"Although you say it's a necessary sacrifice, your eyes betray your thoughts. Is that really what you think?"

"Of course!"

"Imiya Kiritsugu said firmly."

His belief was indeed firm.

Or perhaps he was strong enough.

Even the saddest things, he could keep them to himself.

"Really? But actually Caster can help you save her. Although it's difficult for modern magicians, it's just a small problem for Caster from the mythical era."

"Right, Caster?"

Fu Le pretended to ask Medea a question.

Medea chuckled and replied, "That's right, I can do it. All I need to do is remove the Lesser Grail from her body. That's too easy. Compared to purifying the Greater Grail that you requested, Master, it's not even a question of difficulty!"

Having already received Fu Le's tacit approval, Medea casually uttered an extremely important word.

Purify the Aeon.

Just as Fu Le had expected, everyone present changed their expressions drastically upon hearing "purify the Holy Grail".

"Purify the Greater Grail? What does that mean? Why does the Greater Grail need to be purified?!"

Weber was the first to ask a loud question.

(End of this chapter)