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Chapter 361 Pulling Techniques and the Enemy Hidden Behind the Scenes

After saying this, Fang Yi looked at Aozaki Touko who stood up staggeringly, and the hand she extended, as well as the cooperative attitude she showed.

However, he did not hold the hand as the other party expected.

Instead, he stretched out his hand and touched the other person's palm with great restraint to show his friendly attitude, and then withdrew his hand at the speed of light.

It was a suspenseful game.

I plan to use some tricks to make this [Grand Puppeteer] develop some subtle and interesting 'competitiveness and sense of upgrading' that will be beneficial to my cooperation.

"It seems that my words have caused you to misunderstand.

“In my opinion, [cooperating with me] and [becoming my partner] are two different concepts.

“My requirements for partners are much higher than those for people I work with.”

Fang Yi spread his hands and smiled as he told Aozaki Orange his 'grouping' method of controlling interpersonal relationships.

A small 'provocation' was carried out to stimulate the opponent's fighting spirit and ensure that the opponent would work wholeheartedly.

"Although it may be a bit rude to say this, young lady whose name I don't know, you are currently in the 'group' of people who can cooperate with me.

"It's too early to shake hands and call me a partner.

"Also, what I want you to do is very difficult. You may not be able to meet the requirements of my [Restrictions] to become [someone who can cooperate with me]."
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When Aozaki Touko heard the man's 'rude' words, the smile on her face froze for a moment.

At this moment, she felt a strange emotion that had never arisen before.

[I, Aozaki Touko, am a talented magician who is also skilled in [body transformation].]

[The [Grand Puppeteer], who can create puppets that are indistinguishable from his original self, has restored the long-lost [Rune Magic].]

[Isn't it possible that I'm not worthy of being his partner? ]

If someone dared to say this in front of me.

In the next second, her [Magic Bullet] would make close contact with the opponent's face like a white glove thrown by a medieval knight in a duel.

But after listening to the man's 'contemptuous' words, she looked at the man's face with a strange charm and a standard smile.

But she didn't feel the slightest bit of anger in her heart.

Apart from the body that became 'obedient' after being smashed by elbows and punches, and the phantom pain that would arise in the body whenever the experience was recalled.

She also realized this fact.

[The other party is serious about what he said.]

[In this man's evaluation system, I, Aozaki Touko, cannot be his [partner].]
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After realizing this, the competitive spirit in Aozaki Touko's heart that had long been able to outperform others and drive her forward was instantly aroused.

At this moment, she has gathered all her strength, ready to use 120% of her ability to complete the man's request and give him a slap in the face.

Ever since my grandfather decisively deprived me of the right to touch "magic", which is completely different from "magic".

After announcing that he had chosen to let his younger sister [Aozaki Aoko] become the [Magician] of the [Aozaki family].

Besides killing his sister to prove his talent, he also believed that he was more qualified than her to reach the goal of [Magic].

After meeting this man, another goal quietly arose in her heart.

【I want this man to recognize my talents.】

Then I'll have him invite me to become his [Partner], and then I'll kidnap him from his Master and turn him into my [Familiar].

Thinking of this, Aozaki Touko first withdrew her hand that was frozen in the air without leaving a trace, easing the embarrassment.

Then he gave a very swift and decisive reply.

“Then explain to me the precautions of [Binding].

"Mr. Yingling!"

Looking at Aozaki Touko, whose fighting spirit was surging and who unconsciously gritted her teeth while speaking, Fang Yi's smile deepened a little.

"You've taken the bait, so work for me, Miss Aozaki Touko."

He spread his hands and began to explain the function of [Restraint].
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A few minutes later.

I watched him spread out his hands and throw a new term at me, and then explained the meaning of the [binding] function to me in a very restrained and half-concealed manner.

Aozaki Touko made some attempts.

"[Bound]?
“It sounds fresh.

"A new kind of magic? Or something from your time, Mr. Yingling?"

However, Fang Yi did not choose to satisfy the curiosity of the Puppet Master, but put his hand on his lips and made a gesture of silence.

After cosplaying as a certain Miss Merlin and satisfying the sense of superiority of being a Riddler.

He gave a reply that made the other party feel a little bit angry.

"Then it's up to your imagination, miss.

"The source of this ability is a secret that you cannot reveal right now."

After hearing this airtight reply, Aozaki Touko curled her lips imperceptibly.

I repeated several times in my mind, "I can't beat him. He's a Servant. I'll only suffer if I fight him."

He tried very hard to suppress the urge to take off the glasses on his nose and stab the other person with some harsh words.

He gave a calm reply and revealed his real name which he did not want to reveal to others.

"Then let's sign the [binding] and define the requirements of the [binding]?
"My name is Aozaki Touko.

"What about you? Since you, as a Servant, cannot reveal your [True Name], you should at least give me a usable name.

"It's best to have a meaningful and non-obtrusive name."

Fang Yi smiled slightly.

“Although I think any name is just a code name and has no meaning.

"But if you must find a name that's meaningful, you can call me this."

Fang Yi paused and said the name hesitantly.

“Fang Renyi.

"Just call me that."

After pondering over this somewhat difficult-to-pronounce name in her mind, Aozaki Touko moved a little closer to the man.

Start communicating with them about the requirements of [restraint] and what you want to do.

After some discussion and bargaining, we reached a consensus.

Fang Yi also began to explain the requirements of [restraint].

“The first and most fundamental clause of [the bondage] is to keep the secret of the partner.

“And the second clause is the price I pay for not pursuing you for what you did to me.

"You must leave with me, secretly create a half-real, half-fake body, and then split one."
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A few minutes later, after signing the [Bondage], Aozaki Touko packed her bag and sorted out her clothes.

Before stepping out of the room, he added a word to Fang Yi very 'modestly'.

“Let me tell you in advance, although I am very confident in my [body transformation].

"But if we want to successfully separate the soul and body of that 'monster' while it's on guard and preparing to resist.

"I'm not entirely sure."

"There's probably about a 30% chance of failure."

After being hit by him, Aozaki Touko's speech became less arrogant.

Fang Yi tilted his head at first, then moved a little closer to [Miss Puppet Master] and answered in a calm tone.

"Then let it not resist.

"I'll make it walk into our 'trap' willingly."

After finishing his words, Fang Yi pushed open the door.

He had stayed in the Emiya residence for quite some time, and now it was time to leave.

However, when he pushed open the door, he saw Irisviel smiling outside, and Artoria beside her.
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Seeing that her limbs were intact and she had regained her freedom, Aozaki Touko followed Fang Yi out.

The two men looked normal, not as tense as before.

They even looked at each other from time to time, as if they had a subtle tacit understanding.

Alice breathed a sigh of relief, bowed to Fang Yi, and handed him a bag.

"Although these preparations may be redundant, I still asked the maids to prepare some things for you, Mr. Saber.

"These portions of food can be easily consumed even by 'prisoners' whose movements are restricted."

Listening to the lady's calm tone, it was quite 'terrifying' that she was ready to help the evildoer.

After regaining her freedom, Aozaki Touko shuddered subconsciously, as if she were reminded of something bad. Irisviel looked at Fang Yi, who didn't take the bag, took it back, and replied calmly.

"But it seems that the conflict between Mr. Saber and Ms. Aozaki has been resolved.

“These preparations are somewhat redundant.

"Are you leaving now? Is there anything else I can help you with during this final period when we're not enemies?"

Fang Yi nodded slightly first, then waved his hand.

"Nothing more is needed, Saber's Master.

“I have already received the payment.

"It's getting late, it's time to leave"

Fang Yi looked at Altria beside him, and looked at the [Respect List] and [Ideal Knight] tasks on the panel.

He spoke the second half of the sentence word by word.

".And then they became enemies.

Fang Yi pulled Aozaki Touko, who was looking at the smiling Irisviel and subconsciously clenched her fists.

He gave the other person a look and reminded him.

Then he said the last words to the two women.

"So, goodbye."

When Artoria heard Fang Yi's words, the hair on her head stood up.

The 'King of Knights' looked at Fang Yi who was walking away after saying this, and responded to the other party's figure.

"When we meet again, I will have defeated you as my enemy.

“Saber.”

Fang Yi did not respond to this statement.
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A few minutes later, the red archer standing on a high place in the Emiya residence was quietly activating his [Eagle Eye] to observe Aozaki Touko who had followed Fang Yi away.

Until the two of them walked out of the range of his [Eagle Eye].

He then looked away and reported to Emiya Kiritsugu.

“Master, it seems that Saber and that [Puppeteer] have indeed resolved their conflict.

"The two should have reached some in-depth cooperation.

"If we evaluate him as an enemy, that Puppet Master is quite powerful. He has received additional Servant-level combat power as a boost.

"But I don't recommend treating that Saber as an enemy too soon."

Emiya Kiritsugu, who was in the study, fell silent after hearing the information about the 'enemy''s' increased strength.

[The Einzbern family's years of alchemy books only earned her a single move.]

What price did that Saber offer to hire and bribe that high-priced 'Aozaki' to provide him with assistance?

Until his fingers on the table tapped unconsciously several times and the red archer repeated the question to him several times.

He then gave the order, "I will consider it carefully. Archer, please remain vigilant."

Then, Emiya Kiritsugu, feeling anxious and uneasy for some reason, sat at the desk in a daze for a few minutes.

After sitting there for a few minutes, the "Magic Killer" took out a cigarette from his pocket and took out his lighter to light it.

After smoking for a while to relieve some of the pressure, he picked up the information he had collected about servants and masters and analyzed it in silence.

After the 'Knight King' recovered his fighting strength, he needed to start thinking about the next course of action.

The dead servants now include one Lancer and two Berserkers.

If we calculate based on the fourteen riders, there are still eleven servants left. It is best to stay put and hide for a while.
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However, Emiya Kiritsugu couldn't help but sigh as he recalled the only two remaining [Command Seals] on his wife's hand, and the desire for the Holy Grail currently displayed by the 'King of Knights'.

If he wanted the Holy Grail, he couldn't sit still.

The 'King of Knights' obviously wouldn't give him the Holy Grail.

Judging from the intensity of this [Holy Grail War], it would be impossible to survive until the end of the battle without using the [Command Seals].

And there are only two [Command Seals] on his wife's hand.

Once the [Command Seals] are used in battle, it is obviously not enough to order the Servant with [Magic Resistance A] to commit suicide by just drawing the [Command Seals] and giving up the Holy Grail.

Although it is currently unknown what conditions are required for the Holy Grail to appear in this strange [Holy Grail War].

It’s just that whether it appears after the death of six servants or after the death of thirteen servants.

He also needed to obtain more [Command Seals] to prepare the "insurance" for killing the Servants to obtain the Holy Grail, and to meet the prerequisites for taking the Holy Grail.

Thinking of this, Emiya Kiritsugu put out the cigarette in his hand and smiled bitterly.

"But right now, even if I want to obtain a single stroke of the [Command Seal], it would probably be extremely difficult!
"He has to be as powerful as that Saber (Fang Yi) or that swordsman who looks like Okita Souji, and he has to have a very good timing when he appears."

He picked up the newly distributed flyer from the Holy Church and began to think about how to obtain additional Command Spells through the church's commission.

After a while, he turned his attention to the commission of [killing the murderer in the downtown area].

After recalling the experience of the 'Knight King' and his wife when they first arrived in Fuyuki City, they encountered a certain Heroic Spirit holding a 'human skin book' that looked like Caster [job classification].

He gave a satisfied smile.

This "murderer" should be no surprise the somewhat face-blind Caster.

And he has a unique advantage in killing the other party.

He could use the face of the 'Knight King' to fish.
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A few minutes later, in a dark corner, Aozaki Touko's makeshift magic workshop.

While Aozaki Touko was making her limbs, she communicated with the swordsman lady who had returned from the church.

Fang Yi accidentally learned this news.

Miss Swordsman was harassed once on her way back.

A certain "face-blind" Caster also made a brief appearance.

Finally, he declared, "Saint, my dear friend and I will present a grand gift to you who have disordered memories and refuse to acknowledge your identity."

He first comforted his somewhat uneasy servant and informed him that he would be returning soon.

Then he put the face-blind Caster on his kill list.

He made the decision to "go to the church to get the Command Spells, and then see if there are any missions to kill the enemy and earn some points."

After waiting for a few minutes, Aozaki Touko on the side made an OK gesture, indicating that she had completed the preparations.

He took out the glass bottle containing the "monster" from his personal space after a long absence.

Before he could kill two birds with one stone, he needed to get some information from the other party.

Already feeling a little impatient, he chose to get straight to the point.

"I need to know the information about the organization behind Minister Cheng.

“And the origin of those bugs in his body.

"Don't play tricks. I have a way to make sure you tell the truth."

The 'monster' who regained his freedom and was breathing heavily looked at the unfamiliar Aozaki Touko beside him.

Although it was somewhat suspicious of the other party's existence, it still gave the information to Fang Yi quite attentively.

“My respected master is bound by the restrictions of the symbiotic contract with Cheng Xiang.

"I cannot reveal to you any information regarding the organization's structure or size.

"As for the source of the bugs, it came from a commission."

The 'monster' paused, ready to keep the secret.

Test the 'bottom line' of communicating with Fang Yi and further evaluate this 'host' of yours.

He just looked at Fang Yi, who seemed very impatient for some reason and started to touch the [Soul-Burning Wax] with a bad face.

The 'monster' immediately became timid.

It gave out information directly like pouring beans out of a bamboo tube.

"Actually, with my limited perception, I know very little about this commission.

"I only know the client's name and title."

The 'Monster' said this name with great fear.

"Yuan Zhongli.

“Although his name is [Gu Master], people call him that.

"[Gu Immortal]."

(End of this chapter)