Normally, to avoid exposing their Servant's true identity and thus their weaknesses, Masters referred to their Servants by their class titles.
Likewise, Servants would also introduce themselves using their class titles when interacting with others.
However, this rule didn't apply to Eriri's group. Whether it was Artoria or Medusa, they could boldly reveal their true identities even in front of enemies.
After all, they weren't summoned to fight seriously—they were here purely for fun.
"Hello, I'm Rin Tohsaka, Sakura's older sister," Rin introduced herself.
Being young, Rin didn't have a deep understanding of history or mythology. Even though Medusa gave her real name, Rin didn't realize her true origins.
But that didn't stop her from interacting warmly with Medusa.
"I know. Sakura has mentioned you before," Medusa said with a gentle smile.
Hearing that, Rin's face lit up with a bright smile. "Really? I'm so happy that Sakura talks about me! Hehe."
Saying that, she pounced toward Sakura and hugged her tightly.
Feeling her sister's enthusiasm, Sakura blushed shyly.
Watching the close bond between the Tohsaka sisters, a flicker of envy flashed across Medusa's eyes.
Once upon a time, she had shared such happiness with her own two sisters—until she personally destroyed that happiness.
The thought made her expression darken.
Holding Medusa in her arms, Eriri naturally sensed the change in her mood but said nothing. Instead, she simply smiled meaningfully.
...
Soon, it was the next day.
Eriri still had no intention of seeking out other Masters. Instead, she led everyone around Fuyuki City for some sightseeing.
Meanwhile, at the Tohsaka residence, Kirei Kotomine was reporting yesterday's discussions with Kotomine Risei to Tokiomi Tohsaka.
"I've heard about Sakura," Tokiomi said, elegantly swirling the red wine in his glass as he sat on the sofa.
"I've already sent familiars to investigate the Einzbern side."
"Though I don't know how she got involved with them, it's enough for me to know she's alive. As for bringing Sakura over to our side..."
Tokiomi paused, swirling his wine thoughtfully.
To be honest, he found Risei's suggestion reasonable. If Sakura joined him, excluding the eliminated Caster, they would control half the forces in the Holy Grail War.
Last night, they had even staged an Assassin attack on the Tohsaka residence, with Archer pretending to slay the Assassin to let their true Assassin move freely in the shadows.
Still, Tokiomi doubted the Einzberns would let Sakura betray them.
Since they had openly allowed Sakura to participate, they must have ensured her loyalty. Otherwise, it would have been safer to eliminate her outright.
Moreover, Tokiomi didn't want to endanger his daughter by placing her in a dangerous political position.
After mulling it over for several seconds, he made his decision.
Kirei sat silently, patiently waiting for Tokiomi's reply.
Tokiomi didn't keep him waiting long.
"Let's drop the idea," Tokiomi said. "With Archer's power, we can win this Holy Grail War without needing Sakura."
He spoke with great confidence, taking a sip of his wine.
However, just as his voice fell, an unfamiliar third voice suddenly echoed through the room, where only Tokiomi and Kirei were supposed to be present.
"Isn't that obvious? Those worthless mongrels dare to covet treasures that belong to me. Such insolence will never be tolerated."
As the voice rang out, golden particles of light flashed over the sofa across the room. Dressed in golden armor, the Archer—Hero King Gilgamesh—materialized.
"Indeed, that is how it should be," Tokiomi Tohsaka said respectfully to Gilgamesh.
At that moment, an emerald gem-crafted bird flew in through the window and landed on Tokiomi's left forearm.
This gem bird was one of Tokiomi's familiars—the same one he had dispatched to monitor the Einzberns.
Moments later, a message was transmitted into Tokiomi's mind through special means. Upon receiving it, he immediately stood up from his seat, a look of astonishment on his face.
"Rin is also with Sakura? And she seems to be getting along very well with the Einzbern group?"
Hearing this, Kirei Kotomine's expression subtly shifted.
"Master, based on the intelligence we've gathered, it seems that the Einzbern group is not led by the two artificial beings they created, but by a blonde girl. I suspect this girl may have been heavily involved in the Matou family's destruction—and Rin and Sakura's situation is likely tied to her as well."
Tokiomi nodded. "It seems we must pay a visit to the Einzberns."
...
Eriri's group walked leisurely through the streets of Fuyuki City. Their presence turned heads everywhere they went—men and women alike were captivated.
Meanwhile, Lancer Diarmuid Ua Duibhne, acting under his Master's orders, wandered the streets aimlessly, hoping to provoke a fight.
However, with everyone else laying low and only Eriri's group out in the open, Lancer found no other Servants to engage.
Fortunately, he used spirit form to roam the streets. Otherwise, thanks to his "Love Spot" trait, he would have bewitched every normal woman he passed, causing mass chaos.
Time soon slipped into nightfall.
Even as darkness fell, Eriri and the others didn't return to the hotel. Instead, they headed toward quieter, more deserted areas.
At the same time, Eriri activated the chat group's livestream—clearly a signal that something was about to happen. It seemed tonight's stream wouldn't end without a few Servant deaths.
When they reached a pedestrian overpass, they were intercepted by Tokiomi Tohsaka.
Normally, Tokiomi wouldn't show himself so early in the Holy Grail War unless absolutely necessary.
But because this matter involved Rin, he had no choice but to adjust his plans.
Having Gilgamesh by his side, one of the strongest Servants, Tokiomi felt little concern for his own safety.
As Tokiomi slowly approached, Sakura's face showed a complicated expression.
Ever since she had personally destroyed the Matou family, she hadn't seen her parents.
Because she hadn't endured the original story's tragic experiences firsthand—only learned about them through memory images—Sakura's feelings toward Tokiomi hadn't completely vanished.
Rationally, she knew her father wasn't entirely at fault—he had no way of knowing the Matou family's depravity. But emotionally, it was difficult to erase the resentment.
Tokiomi first glanced over Eriri, Aliceviel, and the others, then lowered his gaze warmly toward Sakura.
"Sakura, seeing you safe and sound here truly makes me happy. Your mother and I have missed you dearly. Once this Holy Grail War is over, come back home. As for the matter of your Magic Crest, we'll find another way to handle it."
In his mind, Tokiomi thought Sakura was a lucky survivor who had managed to summon a Servant after the Matou family's downfall.
He clearly remembered that on the very day Sakura was adopted into the Matou family, that family suffered catastrophic destruction.
Under those circumstances, Sakura couldn't possibly have inherited the Matou Magic Crest.
"I..." Sakura opened her mouth but found herself unable to say anything.
Seeing her silence—no longer calling him "Father," nor agreeing to return—Tokiomi's heart grew complicated. He realized she was probably still resentful about being adopted out.
Yet, in his view, he had no choice but to do it for her safety. And even if she returned home one day, he would have made the same decision again.
Without waiting for Sakura's response, Tokiomi shifted his gaze toward Rin.
"Rin, didn't I tell you to stay with Aoi at the Zenjou house? Why are you in Fuyuki City?" Tokiomi said sternly, his serious demeanor immediately making the usually fearless Rin nervous.
No matter how strong Rin had grown, she was still a daughter first. Feeling nervous facing her father was natural.
"Um... Father, please let me explain. I have my reasons for coming back."
"Oh? Then tell me. What reason could possibly justify your return to Fuyuki?"
Before Rin could answer, Eriri, standing behind them, spoke up.
"Hey, hey, I can't just pretend I didn't hear that. Sakura is part of my family now. She's not going back to your Tohsaka house. If you keep pushing her, I'll get really mad," Eriri said lightly.
Her voice was sweet and playful, but her words sent a flash of terror through Tokiomi's heart.
Although the fear lasted only an instant, it left a deep impression: this beautiful, doll-like girl was extraordinarily dangerous.
"Eriri-nee..." Rin looked at Eriri with pleading eyes, worried that the atmosphere might turn ugly.
Meanwhile, Sakura also turned her gaze toward Eriri, but unlike Rin, her eyes were filled with happiness at Eriri's earlier words. Her concern for Tokiomi was much smaller in comparison.
She knew that as long as Tokiomi didn't act foolishly and provoke Eriri, Eriri would not harm him—for her and Rin's sake.
Taking a deep breath, Tokiomi placed his right hand across his chest and gave Eriri a polite bow.
"I am Tokiomi Tohsaka, head of the Tohsaka family. May I ask your name?"
"Although your act of giving Sakura to the Matou family really disgusts me, considering Sakura and Little Rin's feelings, I'll introduce myself," Eriri said proudly. "My name is Eriri Spencer Sawamura. Sakura is now part of the Sawamura family—you'd better remember that."
Tokiomi, unfazed by Eriri's tone, maintained a respectful posture and said, "The Sawamura family... Understood. If your family can resolve the matter of Sakura's Magic Crest, I naturally won't attempt to take her away from you."
In truth, Tokiomi was frantically searching his memories for any information about a "Sawamura" family.
No matter how hard he tried, he couldn't recall any Magus lineage by that name.
Still, the fear that Eriri had instilled in him earlier was very real. So he could only bury his doubts and assume that the Sawamura family was a hidden Magus clan.
Just as Tokiomi finished speaking, an arrogant voice echoed from not far behind him.
"Hmph, how pathetic, Tokiomi. To think you'd be so easily cowed by a woman's threats."
Golden particles flowed through the air, and the brazen figure of Gilgamesh appeared atop a nearby streetlamp.
"Archer," Tokiomi muttered, his expression stiffening slightly.
However, Gilgamesh completely ignored him, turning his gaze directly toward Eriri and her group.
His eyes fixed on Eriri, the disdain in his expression vanished, replaced once more by an air of supreme arrogance.
"Hey, woman. I acknowledge your appearance. You are worthy of being added to my collection."
The moment those words left Gilgamesh's mouth, everyone present—except for Tokiomi—instantly bristled with anger.
Eriri herself simply stared at him with a look as cold as death.
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