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IBHJ 1023

Wait a second. My future self... pulls people's hair?

What kind of creepy, messed-up fetish is that?

A throbbing pain began to build behind his eyes. This was giving him a massive headache.

Moreover...

Arcueid ran away from him?

"Knight of the Round, Arcueid Brunestud. He is Fujimaru Shirou, " Mordred announced, walking toward Fujimaru as her Noble Phantasm faded.

Knight of the Round, Arcueid Brunestud? Fujimaru's mind reeled. Had he heard tha...

IBHJ 1022

"Ha! Your past self sure has a sense of humor, Mr. Shirou. What a show. Hahaha... I really enjoyed this splendid performance. Do you want a reward?" Beast III said with a smirk.

She'd been terrified a moment ago.

But this summoning wasn't Saver.

How delightful, how truly delightful.

"Huh? Mr. Shirou?" The blonde girl stepped out of the grand summoning circle and walked up to the young man. Her red eyes looked him over closely. "It's Shirou's aura alright... but somethi...

IBHJ 1021

Mordred gripped her weapon tightly, eyes never leaving Demonic Bodhisattva.

"Give it up," Demonic Bodhisattva purred. "That sword might take down Humbaba, but it's useless against me. And you haven't really killed that girl." She pointed at Manaka's corpse with a lazy smile. "You've only slain her human shell. Her true self will awaken soon."

She gestured behind the young man.

Mordred kept her eyes locked on her, speaking to Fujimaru through gritted teeth: "Look behind you. ...

IBHJ 1020

He frowned, "You played with world lines?"

She nodded, "Yes, we played with world lines. Making new world lines, then destroying them, burning them for energy. That's how we won, and that was our sin."

"So, the truth behind Connection Points..."

"Yes. Connection Points came from those world lines we created, destroyed, and burned. That's why some areas inside them feel off - isolated, partial, incomplete. The Council used these leftover world lines to make Connection Points....

IBHJ 1019

"Huh?"

Kiara turned to see a huge, black, cocoon-like thing stuck in the steep cliff face.

With her sharp eyes, she even saw Ayaka walking along the cliff edge, looking like she might fall into the huge black cocoon.

Demonic Bodhisattva quickly said, "Something's controlling her mind. If she falls into that Beast egg, she'll be a sacrifice for the Beast to appear. Go stop her, quick!"

Kiara nodded and was about to run after Ayaka when two Heroic Spirits appeared in fro...

IBHJ 1018

"Where... where are we?" Kiara looked confused at the pitch-black entrance in front of her.

"It's an old air raid shelter from the war, now part of a new underground network," Demonic Bodhisattva said, patting her shoulder with a charming smile. "The Greater Grail is set up here, and that girl's workshop too. We're going in."

Demonic Bodhisattva took a few steps, then realized Kiara wasn't following. She turned back and saw Kiara hesitating. She couldn't help but tease, "What's wr...

IBHJ 1017

"Yes, sister..."

Ayaka turned and walked towards the cocoon, her eyes blank.

After dealing with Ayaka, Manaka went back into her own mind space.

She came to the pure white villa, the light in her heart, now kept only for Arthur.

Arthur sat quietly on the bed. She smiled. It seemed this Arthur, the ultimate version of [Arthur], knew he couldn't escape once he entered this place.

"I killed Tethys, Arthur," Manaka said with a smile, sitting next to Arthur. "Don't wo...

IBHJ 1016

"You're right. If it's your future self, there's a good chance he left some backup plan," Gilgamesh said with a nod.

Everyone agreed to trust Shirou.

Even Saber, Perseus, and Medea, who had never met Shirou, were convinced. They saw how highly Gilgamesh thought of him. And they'd heard from Ayaka how Shirou turned things around in that desperate future. They believed in him too.

Fujimaru and the others got moving. They weren't sure where Kiara was now, but they all had the s...

IBHJ 1015

"Tethys!"

A voice came from the Dark Vortex.

Shirou raised an eyebrow. "So you felt my vortex, huh?"

He stood there, staring at the Dark Vortex. He wanted to understand the Lord of Salvation, but it was too mysterious and dangerous. How could he learn about it safely?

After a moment, he had an idea. "Maybe I can use that Mooncell skill..."

He prepared to use [Blood Tracing], a skill from the [Vampire] race that Mooncell had given him. 2024-10-16 00:25:45 +0000 UTC View Post

IBHJ 1014

Realizing the danger, Manaka abandoned her plan to capture Saber. Instead, she grabbed the mind-controlled Ayaka and rushed towards the Greater Grail.

The corrupted Heroic Spirits began to pull back as well.

"Ayaka!" Kiara cried out, chasing after them.

Manaka lashed out, sending Kiara flying. She crashed into a pile of rubble with a loud boom, blood streaming from her head.

"Ayaka..." Kiara murmured weakly. She reached out towards Ayaka's retreating form, her hand gra...

IBHJ 1013

"That mud... was the best rock," Fujimaru said with a complex expression.

"So that's a father's love..." Misaya murmured, staring at her corrupted arm. She'd once thought her father cursed her, only to learn it was Manaka's doing. Her father died trying to break that curse. What were his final thoughts? Were they of her? Misaya's face was a mix of emotions.

"In the end, you still rejected this world, Mordred..."

Demonic Bodhisattva sighed, old memories rising to the surface....

IBHJ 1012

To Arash's horror, he realized that the lotus wasn't just growing, it was trying to trap Brynhildr within its petals!

"Brynhildr, run!" he shouted.

"I'm trying!" Brynhildr yelled back as she kicked off the ground. She flew up fast, trying to get beyond the lotus's reach.

Higher and higher she went. She could see the open sky ahead, feel the cool evening air. She was almost there.

But just as she was about to break free, countless black hands shot out from the lotus. Th...

IBHJ 1011

"What... is this?" Brynhildr stared at the Black Knight holding her spear, stunned. She could tell it was similar to her in nature, but it wasn't Manaka's mud.

"Who are you?" she asked, eyes narrowed.

The Black Knight didn't respond.

It was the mud Shirou had left on Fujimaru and Gilgamesh. It had no thoughts of its own, but it carried Shirou's will and memories. When Mordred was about to cross that boundary, Shirou's intentions stored in the mud kicked in on their own.

IBHJ 1010

"You can't kill me, and I can't kill you," Arash smiled.

"You think I don't have a Noble Phantasm capable of destroying 'immortality'?" Gilgamesh's face was grim. "Your arrogance knows no bounds!"

"I'm sure you do. But I bet you also know I won't give you the chance to use it. Stella——!!"

Arash activated [Stella] once more, obliterating Gilgamesh. Both revived, only for Arash to continue the cycle, perishing alongside Gilgamesh repeatedly.

Just as Arash predicted, ...

IBHJ 1009

Reddish-black mud crept across the ground, turning into flowers as it spread, forming a stunning floral path. From above, it resembled a crimson carpet meticulously laid out, as if in anticipation of an important arrival.

Shirou walked along this flowery trail, his feet sinking slightly into the soft petals with each step. His eyes darted from side to side, taking in the eerie surroundings. Endless darkness stretched in every direction, a void so complete it seemed to absorb all light. ...

IBHJ 1008

She laughed, "Merlin told me that to deal with disgusting people, you need to use disgusting methods."

"To come up with such a terrible idea, he's truly a despicable person!" He shouted.

Mordred chased the young man, who ran for his life. Gilgamesh and Misaya watched, speechless.

Misaya sighed. "Are they actually grown adults?"

"Could've fooled me," Gilgamesh smirked.

Despite regaining some of her intellect, Mordred was still essentially her three-year-old self. ...

IBHJ 1007

Kiara's brow furrowed as a thought struck her. "You know, I just realized I don't know much about your past, Ayaka. Some friend I am." She paused, her voice softening. "We know Mr. Shirou was trapped in endless loops by Saver, but what about you? I don't think you've ever mentioned your own story."

Ayaka gently pressed a finger to Kiara's lips, silencing her. A mysterious smile played on her face. "I'll answer that question the next time we meet. Look, the day is breaking."

She ge...

IBHJ 1006

"An ordinary magus from the Wandering Sea?" Hinako's voice dripped with skepticism as she eyed the screen. "That aura was anything but ordinary. What aren't you telling me, Marisbury?"

Marisbury's voice stayed calm, but with a subtle edge. "Believe what you will, but those are the facts. And Hinako, I need to remind you that digging into your colleagues' backgrounds isn't allowed. I'll let it slide this time, but next time, I'll have no choice but to take disciplinary action."

The...

IBHJ 1005

"Even I don't know everything," Tethys replied, feigning ignorance. "And some things are best left alone. Besides, you might cross a line. Curiosity can be a dangerous thing."

Tethys's feigned ignorance was met with a cold snort from Gilgamesh, who finally dropped the subject.

Mordred watched the young man as he cheered up Misaya, his face bright with a warm smile. For a moment, she saw a bit of her younger self in him.

But there was a big difference. She had cloaked herself...

IBHJ 1004

"Our situation has improved significantly compared to the past," Ayaka said, "I managed to stop Rider and Caster, and convinced them to join our cause."

"Let's not get ahead of ourselves," a woman's voice interjected. "We have a common enemy. That's the only reason for this temporary truce. Once your sister is dealt with, the war continues."

Everyone turned to see a woman and a handsome young man with fiery red hair approaching.

Caster Medea and Rider Perseus. They had ambus...

IBHJ 1003

Shirou drifted in an endless sea of darkness. Time lost all meaning. The only thing he felt was a chilling familiarity. It was that sensation of being swallowed, consumed, trapped—just like that time in Fuyuki.

A soft voice whispered, warm against his ear. "Rest now, my love. Let go of your burdens."

The voice paused, then added with a hint of longing, "I've missed you... Arthur."

Its tenderness was like a siren's song, pulling him deeper into the abyss. He couldn't resist...

IBHJ 1002

"Well said, Shirou," Arthur praised him with some admiration in his voice. It was clear that when it came to cultural references and explaining complex concepts, the well-read young man was better than him.

Gilgamesh scoffed, a smirk playing on his lips as he cast a sidelong glance at Arthur. "Of course, he is the Master who summoned me, after all. How could one hope to summon the King of Heroes without some measure of ability?" His smirk widened. "Unlike your weak Master."

IBHJ 1001

"What's so funny, Wedge of Heaven?" she demanded, glaring at him.

Gilgamesh's laughter died instantly, replaced by a scowl. "I told you not to call me that!"

Tethys looked confused. "What's wrong with it?" Seeing his anger, she quickly added, "Alright, alright, I won't. But why get so upset? You were much sweeter as a child. Always 'Lady Thetis' this and 'Lady Thetis' that."

Gilgamesh nearly choked. "That was—" he started, then stopped himself, fuming silently. Back then, ...

IBHJ 1000

Gilgamesh dismembered Demonic Bodhisattva into seventy-seven pieces, categorized them, and sealed them in special containers before tossing them into his Gate of Babylon.

As he moved to seal her head, Demonic Bodhisattva made a desperate bid for escape. With her remaining power, she manifested a black hole below her severed neck to engulf her own head, causing it to vanish into thin air.

"Hmph, fleeing to Imaginary Space?" Gilgamesh sneered, but made no move to pursue her.

T...

IBHJ Chapter 999

"Alright, Mr. Shirou," she said, her smile widening as she stalked towards him. "The game is over."

Panic clawed at his throat. He needed a distraction, anything to buy him time. Inspiration struck, and he blurted out, "It's you, Kiara Sessyoin!"

"Oh? Still trying to confuse me? How adorable." she smiled.

"Actually," he said, his voice gaining confidence, "deep down, you're hoping to be defeated by Kiara Sessyoin, aren't you?"

She was suddenly stunned and the young man...

IBHJ Chapter 998

"Beast!" he roared. "Your time ends now! GAE... BOLG!"

The Barbed Spear of Death blazed through the night like a crimson comet. With a piercing sound, its howl split the air as it struck Demonic Bodhisattva in the chest.

"I did it!" he shouted.

But Demonic Bodhisattva's calm voice shattered that hope in an instant. "Not quite, Mr. Cu Chulainn."

"How is this possible...!?" his eyes suddenly contracted.

Misaya said angrily, "You stupid dog! Didn't you see her shrug...

IBHJ Chapter 997

The young man paled. "You were defeated by my future self, what does that have to do with me? If you want revenge, go find him! Don't take it out on me! Don't be a coward!"

"Oh, darling," she sighed, her tone dripping with sympathy. "I'm afraid that's not an option. Your future self is currently... indisposed. Locked away and being pampered by a rather troublesome woman. Even I can't get near that cage." Her lips curved into a smile. "But you'll do just fine. After all, you're the same ...

IBHJ Chapter 996

Illya shook her head, a small sigh escaping her lips. "I suppose you've gone and gotten yourself into some bizarre trouble again, haven't you?" She muttered under her breath, "The world of magi never ceases to amaze with its mysteries and oddities."

Suddenly, her tone shifted, becoming more urgent. "By the way, Kiara, is Ayaka with you?"

Kiara frowned. "Ayaka? Isn't she supposed to be staying with you?"

"She ran away!" Illya exclaimed.

"What?" Kiara's eyes widened in s...

IBHJ Chapter 995

Despite being summoned as an Archer, Gilgamesh's skills in close combat was formidable. He consistently matched Arthur blow for blow, forcing the legendary king to adopt a more defensive stance to protect his Master Ayaka. This shift in strategy made Arthur more cautious in his approach to the Holy Grail War.

Lately, Ayaka has been focused on her studies, dedicating extra hours to her studies, so when Young Shirou and Kiara went to the Sajyou house earlier, they found it empty. Otherwis...

IBHJ Chapter 994

Misaya stared at the boy standing in the summoning circle, her voice dripping with disbelief. "Is this seriously your brilliant idea? Using yourself as a catalyst to summon a Heroic Spirit from the future?"

"Why not? Maybe I'll summon a future version of myself who became a Heroic Spirit after death," the boy retorted.

"Are you out of your mind?!" she exploded, throwing her hands up in exasperation.

Beside them, Gilgamesh covered his face, unable to watch. He was torn betwee...