In Type-Moon, it all starts with adopting Sakura.

"Originally, I wanted to start a war directly, but the master who summoned me insisted that I must repay this guy's favor and debt, so I started working odd jobs everywhere."

Cú Chulainn's expression turned extremely strange when this was mentioned. He said with a wry smile, "Things are just as you see. Without Master's cooperation, and too lazy to participate in the Holy Grail War myself, I came here to sell fish. But even though I've hidden in such a remote place, it's amazing that you could still find me."

"No, that was thanks to my partner."

Upon hearing Cú Chulainn's account, Richard I gave a truthful reply.

However, upon hearing this, he still had some doubts.

"Um... I didn't mean anything by it, I just have a question I wanted to ask you."

"You said."

Cú Chulainn raised an eyebrow.

"But... are mages really that poor as you say? Shouldn't the Masters who can participate in the Holy Grail War all be quite wealthy? Aren't they all nobles of this era? I've already investigated after I was summoned, and mages of this era should be very rare, and they should all be nobles or upper-class people. How could such people be poor?"

This was something Richard I couldn't understand.

After all, the master who summoned him was clearly a true nobleman, and it was obvious that he was very wealthy. Not to mention all the valuable items, just the fact that he was given fragments of King Arthur's armor showed just how powerful he was.

You should know that this is a treasure that even he, as a king, did not obtain during his lifetime.

Furthermore, since it is a Holy Grail War with seven people fighting each other, the other magicians who are opponents with their Masters should also be of equal status and strength.

While investigating outside, he discovered that the science of this era was very advanced, but there was no magic, though there were traces of magic, and hardly anyone knew about it. This also indicated that magic was an extremely rare thing, probably only in the hands of a few people, likely the so-called nobles of this era.

However, the current situation made Richard I realize that it seemed that the participants in this Holy Grail War were not only noble magicians, but also commoner magicians...?

After listening to Cú Chulainn's description, he couldn't help but begin to seriously reflect on his own actions.

"Hey! You're really here to cause trouble, aren't you?"

After being repeatedly provoked by this guy's blunt words, Cú Chulainn, who was originally preparing to go back to drink, could no longer bear it. He raised his hand and summoned his scarlet magic spear. Then, his original floral shorts and shirt transformed into a blue bodysuit. He pointed it directly at Lionheart and said fiercely.

"If you're really here to cause trouble, then let me tell you, you've succeeded!"

"Ah, no, no, I didn't mean to cause trouble."

Upon hearing this, King Lionheart shook his head repeatedly and earnestly explained to himself, "I came here today only to issue a challenge."

"..."

Upon hearing Richard I's words, Cú Chulainn paused for a moment, then gritted his teeth and said:

"Aren't you just here to cause trouble?"

"Absolutely not. I am still very polite. As a king, one should have the demeanor of a king. Battles should be fair and square, and should be done with a sense of ceremony."

Lionheart immediately shook his head and explained, "Since this is the Holy Grail War, everyone here must be a hero from a different history. So I thought I'd issue challenges to each one and take each battle seriously."

"You're quite the ritualist, aren't you..."

After Lionheart's explanation, Cú Chulainn fell silent.

He glanced at Richard I, who stood before him with a dignified and upright appearance, and a sunny and cheerful demeanor, and suddenly found himself speechless.

If it were anyone else, he would definitely take such words as a trick to fool people, but this guy, he could tell at a glance, was indeed the kind of person who was very serious, an ideal hero or king, and would definitely not lie.

This guy really came here to challenge himself.

Although his blunt words were a bit infuriating, they were definitely not meant to provoke or make fun of me. He was genuinely serious and even brought out his manners.

For a moment, Cú Chulainn even began to wonder if he had been too petty, actually taking a silly roe deer seriously, and that he must have been incredibly bored.

So the two of them just stared at each other, wide-eyed, for quite a while.

During this time, because he stood there blocking the way, he was complained about by other people.

Fortunately, both were handsome men with different styles and were very polite, so they weren't arrested by the city management officers. After realizing that neither of them were bad people, they went to another place to continue their conversation.

First was Cú Chulainn. He felt that this blond king, whose country he didn't know, seemed a bit naive, so he took the initiative to introduce himself.

"I am Lancer, and I answered the call to come to this era to fight against all kinds of heroes. I have no regrets or wishes. What about you?"

"Ah, oh, I am Saber."

Richard I quickly understood what Cú Chulainn was saying and gave a serious self-introduction.

"I am a king, and also a knight. I have come to help my master win the Holy Grail. Of course, this is my duty, but it is also to repay my master's kindness. I will help my master win the Holy Grail and bring back the person she cares about!"

"Oh? So you wish for resurrection? That's a good wish. Hmm, I see. So, are you going to start a fight right here and now?"

Upon hearing this, Cú Chulainn first grinned, then revealed a smile. He then raised the crimson magic spear in his hand and twirled it, clearly ready to begin the battle.

"Fighting is not possible here."

However, upon seeing this, Richard I hurriedly waved his hand.

Then tell him seriously that he can't fight here.

Although it's dark now, there are too many people here. If the two of them start fighting here, it will definitely affect other people, and it might even expose the Holy Grail War. His master had warned him not to make too much of a commotion.

Cú Chulainn was taken aback when he heard his explanation.

His master had been working part-time and hadn't told him about this rule.

However, after thinking about it carefully, it's not really a good idea to fight here. After all, this is my own stall, and if I accidentally smash it, I don't know where I'll be able to continue selling fish tomorrow.

So he sheathed his magic spear and continued to look at Richard I before him, waiting for him to speak.

After all, he came to issue a challenge, so he must have already decided where to start the battle.

Seeing Cú Chulainn stop, Lionheart breathed a sigh of relief. He understood what Cú Chulainn meant and didn't think anything of it. At this point, it was indeed more in accordance with the rules for him to take the initiative.

So he pointed to the black sports car he had just driven out of Reines's villa garage in the parking space, and then gestured for Cú Chulainn to get in. He would drive Cú Chulainn to other places.

Upon seeing this, Cú Chulainn's eyelids twitched slightly.

Because at this moment, Richard I had naturally returned to the driver's seat, and had even thoughtfully opened the passenger door for him.

This guy really does have a relaxed vibe...

Is he really an idiot?

Cú Chulainn began to ponder.

If it were the old Cú Chulainn, he felt he would have readily and casually gotten in the car if someone had offered him a ride. However, the atmosphere was a bit strange now, and he wouldn't be so outrageous as to do so.

Although he could tell that this guy was a greenhorn, Cú Chulainn wouldn't let his guard down with someone he'd only met once. So he shook his head, pointed to the unfinished stall behind him, and said, "Just tell me the location. My work isn't finished yet."

"Then let me help you..."

Richard I wanted to help Cú Chulainn deal with the situation, but Cú Chulainn refused, citing that they were enemies.

It was only then that Richard I realized that Cú Chulainn was worried about this, so he apologized directly.

"I was indeed rude just now. Since you've agreed, let's meet at the Fuyuki City Bridge. Before 8 PM tonight is fine. I'll be waiting for you there."

He glanced at his expensive watch, then casually set a time. Richard I then opened the roof of the sports car, put on a pair of high-end black sunglasses from a storage box, and looked at Cú Chulainn.

The scene that unfolded before his eyes truly stung Cú Chulainn's heart.

The difference in treatment...

Speaking of which... are we really participating in the same Holy Grail War?

Raising his head, Cú Chulainn looked again at the black sports car that was driving away, listening to the roar of the engine fading into the distance, and Richard I's call. He clenched his fist inwardly.

I'm not envious, I'm not envious...

Those are all just empty words; as a servant, you have to prove yourself with real ability.

I'm going to teach him a lesson later! I need to give him a good beating!

With that thought in mind, Cú Chulainn silently picked up the remaining salted fish from today's sale, then turned and left without hesitation.

-

"Hey Shirou, is your taste still as tacky as ever? Why did you choose such a shabby coffee shop?"

In a coffee shop in Fuyuki City, a young man with blue seaweed-like hair was casually stirring his coffee while propping his face up with his hand, saying something with a hint of helplessness. Meanwhile, Shirou, sitting opposite him, was constantly trying to appease the owner, whose expression had stiffened after hearing Shinji Matou complain about his coffee.

The white-haired girl ignored him and silently finished her coffee, then looked out the window with a bored expression.

"Actually, I think it's not bad. After all, this is the kind of treatment I can afford. If it really doesn't work out, Shinji, you should go home first. I heard your cousin and your uncle came to your house, didn't they?"

Faced with his friend's complaints, Shirou, being a nice guy, could only apologize on his behalf while trying to calm him down, afraid that Shinji Matou might say something wrong and make the atmosphere tense, since he had a mission tonight.

However, compared to the easygoing Shinji, Karen was much more straightforward. She glanced at Shinji Matou and then said in a sinister tone, "Hurry up and get lost after you finish drinking, you annoying seaweed head. Don't delay our mission. Besides, you were the one who came here on your own initiative."

"None of your business! You crazy woman!"

Upon hearing this, Shinji Matou also stood up abruptly and confronted Kallen head-on without backing down. Shirou, who was standing to the side, obviously had expected this to happen and could only smile wryly before trying to mediate between the two. Clearly, this was not an isolated incident; the two of them would act like this whenever they had a conflict.

Kallen and I belong to a different circle than the agents and nuns. Shinji Matou, being a descendant of magicians, also belongs to this circle, but due to his lack of talent and the fact that his father didn't inherit that circle, Shinji only knows about it but has never actually entered it. Therefore, Kallen often teases him earnestly and finds him somewhat of a hindrance.

However, more than anything, it was because he knew how terrifying and dangerous this circle was, and he didn't want Shinji Matou, an ordinary person, to get involved and get hurt.

Judging from their posture, they already form a proper trio. Of course, if Matou Shinji were a girl, then what she just said would be considered tsundere, but unfortunately, that's not the case.

Although he had always been at odds with Kallen, Shinji Matou racked his brains to come up with ways to stay as long as possible because of his relationship with Shirou. To be honest, he was genuinely a little afraid of his Uncle Kariya and that purple-haired girl who appeared out of nowhere; they were clearly from the same circle as Shirou and Kallen.

"Fine, I won't argue with you. Trying out a down-to-earth coffee shop once in a while is a good option, and since you recommended it so highly, I'll..."

"No, actually I don't really care. I just picked this one randomly."

Just as Shirou was about to explain, he heard Shinji Matou's voice.

"Shut up!"

Shirou stared blankly at Shinji, who had suddenly become angry for no apparent reason. Although he had known Shinji for a long time, he sometimes really couldn't understand what was going on in Shinji's head. Were all rich people like him this strange?

Although Shirou was lost in thought, it didn't distract him from his contemplation; he was still seriously considering how to fulfill his duties as Overseer. The chaotic battle between the Servants at the seaside park earlier that day had left a deep impression on him, causing him to question his own abilities. Could he truly help his master protect this city?

However, just as he was lost in thought, a young man he had seen before walked over. Upon seeing Lovi, Shirou and Kallen couldn't help but show surprise.

"You are...a friend of my father/master!"

The two of them stood up simultaneously, while Shinji Matou on the other side immediately looked at Lo Wei. Not only Shirou and Kallen, but he had also seen Lo Wei at school, and the other party had said that he was an acquaintance of his uncle.

"It's me. What a coincidence! I never expected to run into you here."

Upon seeing these three little ones, Luo Wei had an indescribable feeling.

He was especially surprised when he saw Matou Shinji, who seemed perfectly normal on the surface. It seemed the butterfly effect of the altered world line had pulled him back on track. Speaking of which, many people initially thought Shinji was jealous of Sakura, but with the completion of the Nasu's storyline and the release of the Heaven's Feel movie, everyone was astonished to discover they had all misunderstood Shinji. After all, with that old bug man pulling the strings, it was impossible for him not to go astray.

Now, Shinji Matou stood up for Shirou once again. In his view, although the person in front of him should indeed know Kirei Kotomine and Kariya Matou, he exuded a mysterious and dangerous aura. He knew from the Matou family's notes how monstrous magicians were, and he would never be foolish enough to trust a magician because of someone else's connections, nor would he allow his friend to be used.