"Pfft." Seeing her uncle's disheveled appearance, Sakura smiled with her eyes crinkling.

"What are you doing, Shuoyue!"

While Matou Kariya was protesting, the white-haired, golden-eyed youth leaned close to his ear and whispered something devilish.

Do you want to understand the meaning of life? Do you want to truly live?

Do you want to reverse past mistakes and make the person you love... become your lover?

"Come on, in this war for the Holy Grail, you will get everything you want."

While Kariya was caught in a mental struggle, Sakugetsu had already smiled and moved away from him and Matou Sakura, her hands outlining an intricate diamond-shaped magic circle.

Faced with the "displacement" magic enhanced by the Magic Workshop, the so-called spatial distance is nothing more than a toy toy at the fingertips of Shuoyue.

Displacement, displacement, displacement.

Replace the region, replace the spiritual vein, replace the concept.

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The spiritual veins of the Matou family now flow within this hidden building, nourishing Kariya's long-depleted magic circuits, and making Matou Sakura comfortably squint her eyes, her little face flushed.

The magic workshop's casting is built upon a spiritual vein, so most of the spiritual vein's power is used to maintain the workshop, making it impossible for the magician to enjoy it alone.

However, just seconds before, this building belonged to the mortal realm, so all the abundant spiritual energy from the veins benefited Kariya and Sakura.

When the two came to their senses from the overwhelming magic, Shuoyue, who had orchestrated it all, had vanished without a trace.

“Thirty portions of Divine Vein Spirit Particles, three bottles of Phantom Dust, seven pillars of Erebus clay…” Shuoyue counted the materials looted from the Matou family, and after a while sighed, “If only I could use Imaginary Number Magic, I could pull out an Imaginary Number Bag, so I wouldn’t have to carry around a package like a thief.”

It is common knowledge in the magic world that one can perform corresponding magic if one possesses the corresponding attribute. Therefore, even if Shuoyue has mastered the knowledge of imaginary number magic, he cannot use it without the imaginary number attribute.

"Forget it, such a ridiculously powerful basic magic is enough." Shuoyue activated the displacement magic, sending these precious materials to a hidden place. Then, she mounted her motorcycle, turned the handlebars, and sped off in a blur.

"We're still missing some key materials... Let's see if the Tohsaka family has any. If they do, I'll gladly accept them."

A few hours later, a violent explosion was heard from the Tohsaka residence. A disguised, pure black motorcycle broke through the flames and fled with a masked black figure.

"Stop right there!" A furious roar rang out. Tokiomi Tohsaka, his beard singed, was no longer elegant. His magically enhanced legs swung with speed comparable to a vehicle. "Leave your things behind, you thief!"

Behind Tokiomi Tohsaka, a figure even faster than him, a man with a distressed expression, cut through the air like a gliding eagle, swooping down towards the black-clad knight!

Chapter 21 The Failed Attack by the Master and Apprentice

Tokiomi Tohsaka

[Character Information]: A famous Japanese magician. The fifth head of the Tohsaka family, a family of magicians. One of the three founding families in the Holy Grail War of Fuyuki City. He holds many patents in the Mage's Association, is wealthy, and his family's magic is of the transformation type. He is skilled in using gem magic, and his element is fire.

[Hidden Information]: Insufficient conditions

Recording conditions

1. Defeat Tokiomi Tohsaka

2. Experience the Tohsaka family's jewel magic.

"As expected, the pursuers are there. After all, I emptied their entire treasure trove..." Shuoyue saw the man in the red suit in the rearview mirror without any surprise. However, when she caught a glimpse of a man in a monastic robe with a cross necklace fluttering on his chest in the right rearview mirror, she couldn't help but exclaim in astonishment, "Could it be?!"

The records in the Destiny Compendium told him that it was indeed that one thing.

Kirei Kotomine

[Character Information]: A top-tier agent of the Holy Church, possessing magical circuits, skilled in Bajiquan, and extremely powerful against spirits. A born mentally deficient individual, he can only derive pleasure and happiness from the pain and misfortune of others and the collapse of all things, but currently he is struggling under the constraints of his faith—can you stop this distortion before he completely succumbs?

[Hidden Information]: Insufficient conditions. (乂)

Recording conditions

1. Defeat Kirei Kotomine

2. Kill Kirei Kotomine

Amidst the sound of wind breaking, the two black keys, modeled after a cross, transformed into streaks of light and caught up with the speeding new moon.

Projection begins!

The black and white Tai Chi symbol deflected the black key and transformed into an arrow, shooting towards the oncoming Kirei Kotomine.

"Crack!" The man in the robe crossed his arms in front of his chest and flicked out six large black keys from between his fingers, spreading them into a fan shape to meet the impact of the two weapons. However, this interrupted his momentum and allowed Shuoyue to pull away.

"See you next time, you two!" Feeling the gradually increasing speed, Shuoyue squinted her eyes comfortably and let out a hearty laugh.

Before the true Holy Grail War begins, any unnecessary battles are a waste of life.

The difference between a motorcycle and a person is that it takes time to reach the top speed. In this brief exchange, Shuoyue has gained that time, allowing this "ground-hugging flying machine" to fully unleash its terrifying speed!

Kirei Kotomine, watching Sakuzuki approach the Fuyuki Bridge, quickly concluded: "We can't catch up."

Neither the speed nor the mystery of the magic allowed them to continue the pursuit.

But he did not stop there, because he sensed the magical airflow that suddenly appeared behind him.

"Kirei, the rest is up to you!" Tokiomi Tohsaka, who had barely managed to keep up by using magic to strengthen his legs, threw three blue gems from his pocket and instantly released the magic power stored within them.

"Yes, Master!" Before awakening his pleasure, Kirei Kotomine was quite reliable. Using the small wind field created by Tokiomi Tohsaka, the priest-dressed Kirei stomped his foot and flew up. Then, under the burst of air, he smashed into Sakugetsu like a cannonball!

By the time Shuoyue caught sight of Kirei Kotomine again, it was too late—the man cut in front of him, a cold light flashing in his black keys, and smashed Shuoyue's beloved motorcycle to pieces!

"Boom!" A dazzling burst of fire erupted at the foot of the Fuyuki Bridge, and two figures were thrown back by the force of the explosion, tumbling and rolling under the bridge.

"Kirei!" Tokiomi Tohsaka frowned, gripped his magic wand, and rushed towards the bridge without hesitation.

When he arrived at the bottom of the bridge, the two black figures were already locked in battle. His beloved disciple had abandoned the fragile Black Key and instead chose to strengthen his hands with magic, using swift and powerful punches to force his opponent into retreat!

"Bang!" The crossed Gan Jiang and Mo Xie swords were struck head-on. Although they didn't shatter, their defenses were breached with a sickening sound, leaving the center open. Kirei Kotomine's expression remained unchanged as his tall figure slid into the young man's arms like the Grim Reaper. His rock-hard fist shot out, aiming for his opponent's chest.

However, what he received was not the familiar feeling of death. Kirei Kotomine was suddenly gone, and he appeared in the sky. The black-clad thief drew his bow and aimed at his head with perfect aim!

(Give our enemy a harsh cremation)

The sudden burst of flames echoed the two short incantations, swaying left and right like a long snake, stretching out towards the new moon.

"Tsk!" Sakugetsu clicked his tongue. For him, whose magic resistance was only D, any magic exceeding a small section was something he had to be wary of. Moreover, the surging flames had blinded him, causing him to miss the best opportunity to kill Kirei Kotomine.

"In that case!" Sakugetsu casually dispersed the flames, turned the black longbow, aimed the iron arrow at Tohsaka Tokiomi, and released the bowstring.

It was just a simple arrow—at least that was the initial thought of both Tokiomi Tohsaka and Kirei Kotomine.

But when Tokiomi Tohsaka's multiple defensive barriers were broken, the barrier constructed by the emergency gems was pierced, and even his left arm was slashed with a bloody gash, their expressions finally changed.

What greeted them was an overwhelming rain of arrows, like a barrage of artillery fire!

"After fighting with bayonets for so long, I've forgotten I'm an archer." After firing more than a dozen arrows, Sakuyue was slightly out of breath. Looking at Tohsaka Tokiomi and Kotomine Kirei, who were using all their defenses, she finally put away her bow and left without looking back.

When the offensive ended, the new moon had already vanished into the distance. Tokiomi Tohsaka, his suit tattered, gritted his teeth, his face ashen.

"Don't let me find him."

Although his most important relic was not stolen thanks to the timely discovery, the incredibly precious magical materials he had prepared to summon the ancient king were almost entirely looted by the petty thief.

If they wanted to prepare a new set, the Tohsaka family would be completely broke and would even have to borrow money to make ends meet.

Tokiomi Tohsaka stroked the ruby ​​at the top of his cane and quickly came to a conclusion.

Money lost can be regained, but victory in the Holy Grail War is imperative, and no price is too high to pay.

Damn it, if it weren't for this petty thief, how could he have ended up in such a predicament!

Meanwhile, Kirei Yanfeng was also looking in the direction where Shuoyue had left, lost in thought.

If he wasn't mistaken, the young man didn't seem to have much killing intent when he attacked Tokiomi Tohsaka.

But when he targeted him, the ruthlessness of his killing intent astonished even Kirei Kotomine.

Could it be that... he knows me?

In his usually calm and collected mind, besides the magician assassin, there was another person who piqued his interest.

Chapter 22 Take a year off, then come back

When Kariya, exhausted from reading Magic Notes all day, emerged from the basement, he saw two figures, one large and one small, sitting on the sofa, engrossed in watching television.

It's absurd that electrical appliances can still function properly in such a magical environment.

"I used magic to protect myself," Shuoyue said lazily, as if she had seen through Yanye's thoughts.

"Ah, Uncle Kariya!" Matou Sakura also saw Kariya and smiled happily.

Several days have passed since the new moon ransacked the Tohsaka family. During this time, Kariya spent almost every day and night in the basement after learning about the Holy Grail War. Sakura, after spending so many days together, gradually lowered her guard and finally returned to her original gentle and lovely self.

Shuoyue, sitting on the sofa, turned her head and looked at the girl's happy expression, and couldn't help but curl the corners of her mouth.

From a purely self-interested perspective, the living Zouken Matou, or rather, Machiri Zorgen, would be far more valuable to Sakumoku, who could even use his power to manipulate the Holy Grail War.

However, neither Sakumoku nor Shirou could allow Sakura to fall into the hands of the old bug.

Sigh... I'm still too soft-hearted.

Shuoyue shook her head self-deprecatingly, then inadvertently glanced at Matou Kariya's left hand, her expression changing slightly: "You... succeeded?"

In response, Kariya Matou smiled smugly and raised his left hand, which was branded with red markings: "If this is the Stigmata you speak of, then my master and enemy."

"Hmph." The golden-eyed youth met the black-eyed man's gaze, slowly removed his gloves, raised his left hand, which also bore a holy mark, and grinned, "Then come on, watch me beat you to a pulp."

"You think you can fight me, you brat? I've read the books; Servants aren't afraid of ordinary firearms!"

"You've been given so many resources, and you've even been allowed to cultivate with the help of spiritual veins, and you still have a certain foundation, yet you're only now qualified to participate in this Holy Grail War. You really dare to say that."

"Oh, want to try out my half-baked water magic?"

"Although it's not summer yet, if you really want to play in the water, I'll reluctantly agree."

"You little rascal, you really dare to say that."

"Why don't you dare?"

"Hehehe..."

"Hum hum……"

Despite the tense atmosphere, Sakura, sitting on the sofa, looked left and right, tilting her head in confusion.

It's like this again. Why are my uncle and brother laughing so happily?

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