Volume 4 - Chapter 41(Going to Shinto)

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Author Note:

[ ] = When Twilight is speaking.

{ } = When talking through Telepathy.

' ' = When thinking in your mind.

<< >> = When talking with your Pokémon or Tamed Beast.

--- --- = When describing a certain period of time.

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Looking at their reactions, Primis raised one of his brows.

[Primis, why are they behaving like they know you?]

'Primis: It appears so. But that's impossible. Since this is the first time I come to this world.'

Just when Primis was about to open his mouth to ask them how they knew him.

Primis: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

All of Primis's instincts started screaming. As if warning him not to ask.

'Primis: ............…'

[What happened?]

'Primis: It's the same as how I sensed incoming crisis when I want to ask Emilia whether she has the memories of previous loops.'

[Hmm.....................Looks like things are more complicated than we anticipated.]

'Primis: Yeah.'

Beatrice: Big Brother, do you know them?

Of course, Beatrice who was standing in the middle also saw their reactions and asked.

Primis: I don't.

Beatrice: Then why they are acting like they know you?

Primis: Maybe because I know them before but not anymore.

This confused not only Beatrice but also the three Servants.

Beatrice: Do Big Brother has amnesia?

Primis: You can say that but it's something I always do.

Beatrice: Always do?

Primis: Yes.

At this time, Primis expression became a little serious as he continued.

Primis: I always erase those memories which held no value to me. Since I don't know them, this means they are not worth remembering.

Saber: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Lancer: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Archer: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

All three servants shuddered hearing that. Then they lowered their head in downcast expression. Witnessing this Primis narrowed his eyes.

'Primis: They accepted it as if they are not surprised by my words.'

[It was just for a moment, but an emotion flashed in their eyes. It was Guilt. But Guilt of what?]

'Primis: ...............…'

Primis thought for a second and muttered a word under his breath.

Primis: Betrayal.

Saber: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Lancer: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Archer: !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This time their reaction was extreme. Their bodies trembled violently. They kept their head down and no longer had the courage to meet Primis' eyes. Suddenly, the temperature started to drop in the entire Emiya's Residence. Beatrice was now looking at the servant with cold eyes.

Beatrice: Big Brother, did they............

Primis: Don't know. That word just left my mouth unconsciously.

'Primis: Looks like I hit right in the center of the mark.'

[Um.]

Primis: Calm down for now, Betty.

Beatrice: ........................Ok.

SHINE!!!!

Since Beatrice didn't stop Lancer, he was summoned by his master at this time.

Once Lancer left, the atmosphere in the backyard became tense. Since no one spoke, Shirou decided to break the ice. He looked at Primis and spoke.

Shirou: Are you Saber's Master?

Primis: Yes.

Saber raised her head hearing this and looked at Primis. Since Primis was looking at Shirou, only Beatrice noticed a slight happiness that appeared in Saber's eyes for a second. This made Beatrice frowned, but she didn't speak.

Primis: For now...…

SNAP!!!

Primis snapped his finger, and an impulse of Zenith was released which touched Saber and Archer. Once it touched them, the purple crystallization that had started to form on their wound because of stake, shattered and dispersed.

CRACK!!!

SHATTER!!!

Saber tried to move her shoulder and found that the numbness was disappearing. The same was the case for Archer. Though, none of them moved from their spot.

Ignoring them for now, Primis turned his gaze at the door of the backyard which led to the road behind.

Primis: Why don't you show yourself already? I think you have seen pretty much everything.

Shirou: What there is someone else too?

Shirou was surprised since he never expected that there would be more people. However, Beatrice, Saber, and Archer didn't show any change in expressions since they already know that.

???: *sigh*

A sigh came behind the door before the person entered.

She was a young woman with aqua eyes and long wavy brown hair in a two-side-up hairstyle, which consisted of part of her being made into twin tails tied with black ribbons, while the majority hangs loose. She was wearing the same school uniform as Shirou's but with a long red coat over it.

???: I never expected to see the fight between four servants. You really attract danger to yourself Emiya.

Shirou: Tohsaka?

Nodding her head at Shirou, the girl turned and looked at Primis.

???: Let me introduce myself. I am the current head of the Tohsaka family as well as Archer's Master, Rin Tohsaka.

Instead of replying, Primis looked at Shirou. At first, Shirou got confused before speaking.

???: I am Shirou. Emiya Shirou.

Primis: I see. You can call me Rigla. And she is my Little Sister, Beatrice.

Said Primis while pointing at Beatrice. Crossing her arms in front of her chest, Beatrice snorted but didn't reply. Shirou and Rin showed a wry smile at her action before turning to Primis.

Rin: So, you are Saber's Master. Huh

Primis: Yes.

Rin: Hmm.....................I have to say, you are pretty handsome.

Primis: ...............

Beatrice: ............…

Shirou: ...............

Saber: ...............…

Archer: ...............

Sensing how everyone was looking at her, Rin became embarrassed and started coughing.

Rin: *cough* *cough* Come one, I was just stating the fact.

Primis: ...............Thanks, I guess.

Though except Primis no one noticed that Saber was glaring daggers at Rin. As if she had already marked Rin as the target that must be eliminated.

'Primis: Well, since Rin is Archer's master it's not that surprising that Artoria was hostile against her.'

[But why am I having a feeling that it's because of jealousy?]

'Primis: Must be your imagination.'

[..................…]

Shirou: Wait a minute. Aren't you also Caster Master? Does this mean you have two Servants?

This attracted everyone's attention. Rin expression turned serious hearing this.

'Rin: He already has such a strong Caster who can take on three servants on her own. Now, he even has Saber. Looks like all remaining Masters and their Servants must join forces to defeat them. Or......…'

Pausing here, she looked attentively at Primis.

'Rin: Or to kill him.'

Archer: STAND DOWN, RIN!!!!

Archer shout snapped Rin out of her thoughts. She looked around and realized the blunder. As if seeing through her thoughts, Artoria was holding her sword tightly while glaring at Rin. Beatrice had also started to gather Magic again. Both were ready to attack her. Cold Sweat started to appear on her forehead witnessing that.

Shirou: Wait a----

Primis: That's enough. Calm Down, Betty, Saber.

Hearing this, both Beatrice and Saber lowered their hands. Though there was still vigilance in their eyes. Rin gave a sigh of relief at this. Looking at Primis, she bowed her head.

Rin: I apologize. I am just too impulsive.

Primis: Um.

Nodding, Primis continued.

Primis: One more thing, Betty is not Servant like other Heroic Spirits.

Rin: Wha---- She is not!

Beatrice: Betty is not!

Rin: You are kidding me.

Along with Rin, Saber and Archer were also equally shocked. They never expected that. Even Shirou was shocked and muttered.

Shirou: Is it possible for mage to become this strong?

Primis: Anyway, we have something else to take care of first.

Saying this, Primis turned his attention to Shirou. Noticing his gaze, Shirou pointed at himself.

Shirou: Me?

Primis: Yes, you. According to Holy Grail War rule, normal people like you shouldn't know about it. If someone did then he or she must be eliminated.

Shirou: Wha----What are you saying?

Saber: It's true.

Shirou: Saber.

Shirou face turned pale. He took some steps while looking at everyone present. Showing a weak smile, he spoke.

Shirou: To think I will die again.

Primis: Well, you don't have to worry about it. Right, Rin?

Rin: ................ So, you know.

Said Rin while staring at Primis.

Primis: Yeah. You come here to protect him, don't you?

Rin: Um.

Shirou: Tohsaka.

Gratitude appeared in Shirou face as he looked at Rin. Rin averted her eyes in embarrassment.

Rin: Ahem. Let me first repair this backyard of yours first then we will go.

Shirou: Go? To where?

Rin: Church in Shinto.

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Slush!!!

Rush!!!

Slush!!!

Rush!!!

The sound of water flowing could be heard. Primis was walking through the Riverside Park with one hand in his jacket pocket and other holding Beatrice hand. Saber was following two steps behind while her gaze was completely fixated on Primis' back. Her eyes were filled with sadness and longing. Though she made sure no one saw this.

Shirou: Is it ok to make her walk around like this?

Rin: I also agree. We could at least drape her with some cloth.

Shirou: I have a raincoat in my home which I think fits perfectly.

Of course, there were also Rin and Shirou with them who were also walking behind them. Primis wanted to check something in church, so he decided to tag in.

The reason why Rin and Shirou were complaining because its obvious that Saber shining armor would draw attention since she can't dematerialize.

Primis: You don't have to worry about that..................Because no one can see us.

Rin: Huh? What do you mean?

Shirou: No one could see us? How is this possible?

Rin and Shirou started to look around and noticed something. There were some people who were taking a stroll in the park just like them. However, it appeared that they couldn't see them.

Rin: T-This is.........…How?

Primis: You don't need to know. Anyway, we will be reaching Shinto soon.

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*A/N: Please throw some power stones.

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