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IBHJ Chapter 510

Everyone was in shock.

Assassin, asking a fresh-out-of-the-tank homunculus to take on Avicebron, a Servant?

Isn't this joke a bit too much?

The scene left everyone taken aback.

A moment later, Vlad III, being the king he was, regained his composure first.

He looked at Shirou, frowning, a hint of wariness in his eyes.

Astolfo looked at Shirou in disbelief, "A, Assassin! Even if you aren't on my side, you don't have to play me like that, do you?"

"It's ...

IBHJ Chapter 509

Shirou and Saber hurried back to the Fortress of Millennia‎‎. Once they reached the castle, they made their way to the court.

Shirou wanted to tell Lancer about the underground garage, but the atmosphere in the room felt strange.

Vlad III was perched on his throne, seeming detached.

Arjuna stood by with a calm expression.

Avicebron's face was hidden behind a mask, making it impossible to read him.

Astolfo, however, was clearly upset, with a homunculus lying m...

IBHJ Chapter 508

Shirou was a dependable person. At least, he thought of himself as reliable, prioritizing the task at hand above all else.

However, as they made their way past a harp store on the bustling commercial street in the eastern district, he couldn't help but stop in his tracks.

"What's wrong, Assassin?" Saber asked, noticing his sudden stop.

"No... it's nothing."

Shirou shook his head, but his eyes lingered on the harp, particularly the one showcased in the second window, th...

IBHJ Chapter 507

Once he'd sorted things out with Astolfo, he stepped out of the castle. Saber was already there, having waited for a while. Jeanne was quick to join them.

Jeanne looked at Saber and said, "You know, you look a lot like me, Saber. I thought my mother might have had another daughter."

"It's quite common to have similar faces," Saber remarked with a slight smile. "Please don't worry about it. I've been mistaken for someone else before, and it can be quite a hassle."

"I see, tha...

IBHJ Chapter 506

Shirou wandered the Yggdmillennia Clan's castle, taking in every detail.

Apart from Artoria, Astolfo, and Avicebron, he discovered that Hercules was the Berserker of the Black faction. That filled in the last piece of the puzzle for the Black side. But something was different from the 'Fate/Apocrypha' he knew...

Other than Vlad III, Astolfo, and Avicebron, the lineup had changed. He wondered if the Red faction had any changes too. But regardless of those changes, it didn't really ...

IBHJ Chapter 505

Kotomine couldn't help but give a wry smile watching his Servants bicker, yet he felt a hint of relief knowing Assassin still heeded his words.

He shifted his attention to Karna. "Karna, do you think our plan will work?"

Karna replied with a slight shake of his head, "Considering Eternal King isn't back at full strength, we can't be sure of his combat abilities or if he has any hidden aces up his sleeve."

Kotomine's brow furrowed, "So, are you saying our odds aren't great?"<...

IBHJ Chapter 504

At the Church...

As Sisigou approached, the priest shot him a warm smile. "Glad you could make it, Clock Tower's magus, um..."

"Sisigou Kairi,"

"Ah, Sisigou, it is then," the priest smiled courteously. "I am here on behalf of the Holy Church, responsible for overseeing matters and actively participating in this Holy Grail War. I am also the Master of the Red Faction's Assassin, Kotomine Shirou."

His eyes shifted slightly, settling on the petite knight beside Sisigou. "...

IBHJ Chapter 503

Watching Jeanne run way from his room, Shirou shook his head and stood up. He reminded himself that he had some exploring to do. It was essential to get a lay of the land, to understand the layout of his faction's castle.

He stepped out of the room, moving along the main corridor and then into the garden. That's where he ran into Caster, Avicebron. They shared a brief nod before continuing on their paths.

The Yggdmillennia clan's castle was an ancient landmark in Romania. While it...

IBHJ Chapter 502

Astolfo led the way to Shirou and Jeanne's assigned quarters.

"This is the castle's main hallway. Oh, and there's a bathroom over that way." Astolfo pointed, singing a light tune under his breath. He enthusiastically explained the various architectural details of the castle to the two of them. His little braid bounced behind him, causing Shirou’s hand to itch slightly.

It was an odd scene. Jeanne wasn’t part of the Black Faction, yet here was Astolfo, introducing the castle’...

IBHJ Chapter 501

At the Fortress of Millennia...

With Gordes leading the way, Shirou and Jeanne made their entrance into the stronghold of the Yggdmillennia Clan. The castle itself was an architectural marvel, not quite matching the splendor of his own palace but still an incredible testament to ancient design.

They made their way into the main hall of the castle, often referred to as the King's Court.

High on a throne sat Vlad III, the infamous Dracula. His gaze settled on Gordes and Arjuna...

IBHJ Chapter 500

"Could it be him? No way... But that face..." the petite knight mumbled to herself.

Sisigou tilted his head, "Everything okay?"

She snapped back, "Oh, sorry, Master. Sometimes I just get lost in my thoughts and end up talking to myself. It sounds a bit crazy, I know. Feel free to tease me, I won't hold it against you." She paused, then added, "Of course, if you tease me too harshly, I will definitely kick your butt."

"And what exactly qualifies as 'too harsh'?" He raised an ...

IBHJ Chapter 499

Inside the Fortress of Millennia‎‎...

Vlad III eyed the scene unfolding on the battlefield, as captured by his familiars, especially focusing on the newly arrived Shirou who had stopped the battle between Karna and Arjuna. He questioned, "Who's this, intervening in a battle between heroes?"

Astolfo pondered, rubbing his chin, "Well, both Karna and Arjuna seem to recognize him. Maybe another legendary figure from India? Like Rama?"

Vlad III mused, "It could be, but even i...

IBHJ Chapter 498

Nobody could stop the epic battle between Karna and Arjuna. Not only did the petite knight see it, but the other Servants and Masters could feel it too.

Gordes, as Arjuna's Master, was a bundle of nerves, drenched in sweat. Arjuna's eyes remained cold and unwavering. If Gordes even considered using a Command Spell to stop this destined battle, he was certain Arjuna would turn on him.

He hadn't known Arjuna for long, but he had gained some understanding of his nature. Arjuna was a ...

IBHJ Chapter 497

"Wait a moment, isn't your main target supposed to be me?" Jeanne questioned.

Karna shot a quick glance her way, "Honestly, Ruler, you're not my main concern anymore. Sure, my Master told me to go after you, but my heart wasn't in it. Now, I'm focused on taking down Archer, so don't get in my way."

Arjuna quickly addressed Gordes, "Master, I'm sorry, but I need to settle things with him here and now!"

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IBHJ Chapter 496

"Lord, please tell me the answer to this question," Jeanne found herself putting the textbook before her and praying earnestly.

After a moment, it dawned on her that not even the Almighty could solve her calculus dilemma, so she reluctantly placed the book back in her lap.

"The answer is 1.3454."

"Huh?" Jeanne blinked, turning to Shirou.

It was him who had just spoken.

He glanced at her and repeated, "I said, it's 1.3454."

"You know this stuff, Mr. Assassin...

IBHJ Chapter 495

She wasn't Artie.

He muttered quietly to himself and went back to his book, seemingly disinterested in the woman.

But she continued to watch him, visibly taken aback. Slowly, her violet eyes morphed into a deep sky blue, and her lively demeanor transformed to one of solemnity and grace, resembling a devoted saint.

He didn't look up but spoke calmly, continuing to read, "Keep to yourself, Ruler."

The girl responded evenly, "Don't worry. I'm here as a neutral mediator. I...

IBHJ Chapter 494

The plane arrived in Romania.

In some hidden corners of the airport, magic circles were everywhere. Without a doubt, these were set up to restrict the entry and exit of magi. The main reason for this, perhaps, was to prevent third-rate magi from entering Trifas, obtaining command spells, and becoming a master.

Shirou quickly went over the information he'd picked up on the plane. He now knew the battleground was set in the quaint town of Trifas in Romania.

The magi managing t...

IBHJ Chapter 493

In the Fortress of Millennia,

Sitting on his throne, Lancer, Vlad III, gazed down at the three Servants who knelt before him, a smile playing on his lips.

There was Rider, the dashing Astolfo, one of the legendary Twelve Paladins of Charlemagne.

Caster, none other than the philosopher, poet, and the mastermind behind the magical system known as "Kabbalah," Avicelbron.

And Archer, the valiant hero of the Indian epic Mahabharata, the son of the thunder god Indra, Arjuna....

IBHJ Chapter 492

Shirou glanced at the [Mortal Awakening], fully aware of this Noble Phantasm's mechanics. It gathers its karmic retribution until it reaches a tipping point. Once filled to the brim, it triggers on its own, allowing him to transform into something. Naturally, that something must be the Eternal King. And when they say 'karmic retribution,' they're really referring to magical energy.

Considering his current role as an Assassin, his mana isn't all that impressive. Nonetheless, his first mo...

IBHJ Chapter 491

Endless darkness.

It was just so... dark.

Shirou felt like he drifted, lost in the void.

How long had it been? He couldn't even tell.

All he remembered was that he went into that thing's true form. But before he could even absorb it, he was locked away.

Who did it? And where was he now? He didn't know.

He saw things going south and fled, but now, he wasn't even sure where he ended up.

One thing was clear, though: this wasn't just some random spot on E...

IBHJ Chapter 490

Sisigou Kairi took a direct flight from London to Romania. Having accepted this commission, he'd anticipated some tough problems, so he had prepped for battle in advance, which spared him a trip back home.

On the plane, he immersed himself in the Holy Grail Wars papers that Belfeban had given him. These documents detailed the seven main Servant classes, each with its unique traits, and provided information about Command Spells, which could compel Servants into obedience, even to the ext...

IBHJ Chapter 489

On the eve of Germany's invasion of Poland, igniting the flames of World War II, Fuyuki City hosted the Third Holy Grail War. Seven Servants and seven magi fought each other to the death to fulfill their wishes. However, along the way, an unexpected incident led to the destruction of the Lesser Grail.

At that point, the Holy Grail War itself came to an abrupt end. However, a problem arose afterward.

Hidden in the cavern of Mount Enzou, the all-powerful wish-granting device, the Gr...

IBHJ Chapter 488

He led Artoria to a more secluded place, away from prying ears. After releasing her hand, he turned to face her. She looked striking in her lion armor and helmet. He hesitated for a moment, trying to find the right words to begin their conversation.

It was she who expressed her concern first, saying, "My King, are you planning to face this danger alone?"

He paused, then gave a gentle smile. "Yes, I've decided to face this one alone."

Her voice grew more urgent. "But why? Eve...

IBHJ Chapter 487

Gilgamesh scoffed, "That little tap? You call that revenge?"

Shirou rubbed the back of his neck, slightly embarrassed. "Okay, I admit it. That was actually me trying my hardest."

Gilgamesh's smirk widened into a full-on grin.

The tension between them suddenly broke, and both men burst out laughing.

From the side, Solomon watched the scene, thoroughly confused. They had just been ribbing each other, talking revenge, and now they were laughing? He just didn't get it!