Chihaya Aine will not fall into the Shura field, never!

Because she didn't bring dinner for Su Shi?

Amidst the relentless barrage of magical attacks from the world of Suze, Hachiman Kairin fell into deep thought.

Hmm, looks like I'll have to remember to bring food for Su Shi next time I go out to eat alone!

Kyushu: Chapter 198 Phantom War

The next day

Aine didn't know what Xiaodeng had gone through the night before, but in any case, Xiaodeng clearly informed Aine early the next morning.

Chu Hua, she tried her best

Strong is acceptable, but only to Ave Mujica who have signed an alliance contract with them, My Go!

If it were anyone else, Xiaodeng would absolutely not accept it!

This is Xiaodeng's concession, and also Xiaodeng's final bottom line!

"Tomorin, I love you so much! Mmm!"

Although Aine had some doubts about what Xiaodeng said about the members of Ave Mujica.

She had just fallen for Hatsuka, not everyone in Ave Mujica. However, Aine didn't care too much. After ending the call with Kodama, she couldn't wait to share the good news with Hatsuka.

To be honest, Chu Hua was completely dumbfounded when she heard the news.

Then she remembered that the one who went to Dongzhou with Gao Songdeng was Xiangzi!

Okay, the case is solved. Xiangzi definitely played a big role in it!

After all, in a sense, Xiangzi can be considered Gao Songdeng's ideal woman!

Chu Hua: Thank you, Xiangzi.

While Aine wasn't paying attention, Chu Hua secretly sent Xiangzi a message.

Xiangzi: I never expected that something like this would happen between you and Aiyin. It took me a lot of effort to persuade Deng. You'd better thank me properly next time we meet!

Chu Hua: Yes, definitely!

"Chuhua, let's go. Principal Huang told us to go see her today."

After resolving a problem that could easily cause a group to crash, Ai Yin feels refreshed and invigorated!

"Okay, here we come."

Seeing Ai-yin standing impatiently at the door, Chu-hua's face softened into a gentle smile.

Principal's Office

"You are here."

At this moment, only Huang Beiyue was in the principal's office. Ai Yin looked around.

"Principal, where are Gu Ying and the others?"

"After altering their memories, we sent them back. Otherwise, why would they stay for the New Year?"

Huang Beiyue spoke calmly, not finding it at all unbelievable that she could alter the memories of four mages who could achieve true transformation!

"Don't worry, the Dragon King Group will be fighting with the Unruly Heaven Society for the time being. Before they realize what's going on, we need to send you two little girls to the Central Plains Academy."

"Little girl... Principal, you're not that much older than us, are you?"

"Without further ado."

"Oh."

Huang Beiyue possessed an inexplicable aura that made Ai Yin obediently shut up.

"Principal, did you ask us to come see you today because there's something you need to arrange?"

Chu Hua stepped forward, blocking Huang Beiyue's gaze from Ai Yin, and asked a question.

"Yes, that's right. Before the Dragon King Group could react, I arranged for the two of you to participate in a magical ritual."

Before I talk about this ceremony, there's something I'd like to ask you both.

Have you ever heard of the Holy Grail War?

Upon hearing the words "Holy Grail War," both Aine and Hatsuka were taken aback.

"I've heard a little about it."

Chu Hua hesitated before saying, "It's a magical ritual held by the three starter families in Fuyuki City, D Country, in pursuit of the Holy Grail, a wish-granting machine that can grant any wish."

"Yes."

Aine nodded as well.

"However, the Holy Grail War ended more than a decade ago, that's what my teacher told me."

"Indeed, the Holy Grail War is over, ended by Shirou Emiya and Rin Tohsaka."

Huang Beiyue bent her arm and rested it on the wheelchair handle, supporting her chin.

"Although the magical ritual you are invited to participate in is not the Holy Grail War, its origin is from the Holy Grail War."

"Originating from the Holy Grail War?"

"At the end of the Third Holy Grail War a hundred years ago, a Master who participated in the Holy Grail War joined forces with the military of a certain country to forcibly seize the Holy Grail and transport it to Romania."

Afterwards, in order to reclaim the Holy Grail, a Holy Grail War broke out in Romania, with seven Servants against seven Servants and seven Masters against seven Masters.

This great battle, considered a disgrace to the three founding families, was not recorded. However, during that Holy Grail War, a professor from the Central Plains Academy developed a strong interest in the Holy Grail system and secretly infiltrated Romania to conduct research on the Grail.

Huang Beiyue couldn't help but sigh as she spoke of this.

"It must be said that the Holy Grail is indeed miraculous. After studying the Holy Grail, that professor tried to replicate it, but ultimately failed."

Some people at the Central Plains Academy continued that professor's experiment, and after a century, they finally developed a magical ritual similar to the Holy Grail War in this era.

This time, I've secured two spots. You will be participating in a magical ritual—the first Phantom War, spearheaded by the Central Continent Academy.

"Phantom Wars?"

Aine's expression shifted.

"That's right. It's precisely because it's led by Zhongzhou Academy that if you can achieve good results, you'll be more likely to be noticed by Zhongzhou Academy."

Furthermore, even if the Dragon King Group discovers something amiss with Long Yichi's death during the Phantom War, they wouldn't be able to cause you trouble at that time.

Even a world-class power like the Dragon King Group has to carefully consider whether it's worthwhile to completely anger the Central Plains Academy.

"I understand the principal's idea, but I have one more question."

Aine raised her hand behind Hatsuka.

"what?"

"The Holy Grail War seeks the omnipotent wish-granting machine, the Holy Grail. But what about the Phantom War? What does it rely on to attract the obsessions of the deceased?"

Have you ever heard of parallel universes?

However, instead of directly answering Ai Yin's question, Huang Beiyue brought up something that anyone who has ever been online would know.

Naturally, both Ai-yin and Hatsuka nodded.

"Then there's no need to waste any more words. The victor of the Phantom War can use the power of magical rituals to return to the past, and this 'past' is not the past of our world, but a parallel world."

Although it's a parallel world, the course of events is still the same. While it may not attract some of the deceased, it is still very appealing to those who want to make amends and go back in time to change things.

In addition, there may be some heroic spirits who simply want to fight against strong opponents, and they might respond to the summons. In short, there is no need to worry about no one responding.

The rules of the Phantom War are similar to those of the Holy Grail War. The Central Continent Academy has specifically chosen a city for this Phantom War. You can summon your Servants and then go there, or go there and then summon them.

"Then, what about the relics?"

Aine looked at Huang Beiyue with shining eyes. Aine knew a little about the rules of the Holy Grail War and knew that if she wanted to summon a powerful Servant, it was more reliable to have a special Holy Relic.

Ai Yin was really looking forward to fighting alongside historical figures, not to mention that this magical ritual could quickly help her and Chu Hua enter Zhongzhou Academy. It would be a shame not to participate.

Kyushu: Chapter 199 - Inside

"Since you've asked this, does that mean you're willing to participate?"

Huang Beiyue looked at Aiyin.

"Since you've made this arrangement, Principal, Chu Hua and I will naturally follow your lead."

"Now, extend the back of your right hand."

Ai Yin and Chu Hua did as instructed, puzzled. Then, Huang Beiyue took out a needle with a pattern resembling blood patterns from her storage space magic and stuck it into the back of Ai Yin and Chu Hua's hands.

Ai Yin and Chu Hua frowned simultaneously, a sharp pain shooting through the back of their hands.

Then, the blood-red patterns merged into the backs of their hands, transforming into designs.

What appeared on Chu Hua's hand were three blood-red engravings forming the shape of a "halberd," while what appeared on Ai Yin's hand was the shape of a "crown."

"This is... the Command Seals?"

Ai looked at the back of her hand and immediately understood what had happened.

"That's right. The Phantom War will be held in Jinghai City, Zhongtian Province, two months from now. You can go there in advance to prepare and gather information on the participants."

Huang Beiyue spoke.

"Then, Headmaster, what about the sacred relic?"

Ai Yin glanced at Huang Beiyue and asked again the question that Huang Beiyue had changed the subject of.

?

"You really think I'm a babysitter? Figure it out yourself!"

Ai Yin and Chu Hua were kicked out of the principal's office by Huang Beiyue, and the two looked at each other in bewilderment.

"What do we do now?"

Chu Hua looked at Ai Yin and asked her a question.

“I’ll ask my teacher. She participated in the Holy Grail War and might know some clues about the relics. There are still two months left, so it’s not too urgent.”

Aine scratched her hair.

"Then, let's go to the antique street in Matsumetsu City and see if we can find a bargain. If not, and there are no relics, we can only rely on compatibility."

Ai Yin figured that, given her and Hatsuka's personalities, talents, and compatibility with summoned Heroic Spirits, they probably weren't just amateurs.

Matsue City Antique Market

This place is bustling with people, and there are countless antiques and raw stones of all kinds.

People who come here are either discerning, seeking to broaden their horizons, or simply taking a gamble.

"Aine, have you been here before?"

Chu Hua followed behind Ai Yin, looking around at the various people.

"No, this is my first time here."

Ai-yin smiled bitterly.

“In the past, I would never have been interested in places like this.”

When it comes to relics, the first thing that comes to mind is old antiques, right? And when it comes to old antiques, people naturally go to antique streets or antique markets.

In short, Ai Yin's idea for coming here was simple: to try her luck.

She didn't know how long she had been browsing, but when she came out of an antique shop, Aine's face showed deep fatigue and disappointment.

It seems she was too naive. These shops either have counterfeit goods that are indistinguishable from the real thing, genuine items with no provenance, or works by literati that are either genuine or counterfeit.

What use does Aine need these things for?

"How about we check out other antique markets?"

Chu Hua suggested.

"good idea!"

Ai Yin nodded.