Damn it... they actually joined forces with the Church to set such a trap?
Kariya Matou also learned of the summons via his familiar and could more or less guess the opponent's goal. It seemed like a wonderful reward, but one must know that transferring a Command Spell required facing that Supervisor directly. This meant that if Sakura intervened, her identity would be exposed immediately. At that time, as an individual like her, it would be hard to stay safe amidst the attacks of these Masters and Servants. After all, she was just a little girl, far lacking the physical ability and self-preservation power of an adult. No matter how strong Berserker was, it was impossible for him to protect Sakura perfectly at all times among a group of Masters and Servants waiting for an opportunity. One must know that even using familiars was handled by Kariya; Sakura herself hadn't learned any magecraft or knowledge yet. She was just a girl with a vague understanding of magi. Contacting such a weird "Holy Grail War" at this age was already way out of line, let alone participating in it. If Berserker weren't special enough, it would probably be hard to guarantee her safety.
"If we don't go, we'll have one less Command Spell than some Masters..."
"If we go, we'll be exposed..."
Knowing the gap therein, Kariya Matou frowned tightly. If possible, he actually wanted to go disguised as the Master, but this wouldn't work; that priest could see through him, who held no Command Spell contract, at a glance.
"!"
But at this moment, his shoulder was patted. Kariya came back to his senses and suddenly found Berserker shaking his head slightly at him.
"?"
Failing to understand the other party's meaning, Kariya's expression was full of questions. Then he saw the other party pick up a drawing board, on which several neat large characters were written.
[No Need to Worry]
The consequence of being unable to speak was that Berserker specifically found a drawing board to express his meaning through writing.
"But..."
[No matter how we hide, sooner or later they will find us.]
[Only by actively ending this struggle will she be safe.]
Before Kariya could finish speaking, he saw the other party write two lines of words on the drawing board with extremely fast hand speed.
"Ugh..."
Falling silent, Kariya also agreed with Berserker's statement. Ever since Sakura participated, it was impossible to stay out of it, especially since she obtained such a powerful Servant as Berserker. She would only attract more attention from other Masters and Servants, and might even be targeted jointly if necessary. Just like Tokiomi Tohsaka and the Church's approach this time. Could it be that only Tokiomi Tohsaka wanted to know who the Master behind Berserker was? No. Whether it was the Saber team, the Rider team, or other groups, everyone wanted to know. So even knowing Tokiomi set a trap, other Masters and Servants would cooperate to implement it. Because Berserker's overly strong power forced them to pay high attention. Seemingly framing Lancer was the cause this time, but wasn't it also a "joint doxxing" targeting Berserker and Sakura? This time they could ignore it, and even give up the so-called Command Spell. But after this, it would definitely attract greater prying eyes. A Master who could remain indifferent even to a reward like a Command Spell... that would be thought-provoking. Maybe next time there would be even more excessive means to force them. So-called having no choice was exactly this.
"So what are you going to do?"
Kariya couldn't figure out how to act for the time being, so he could only ask the Servant before him. He originally planned to find a time to figure out Tokiomi Tohsaka's movement trajectory and then go "assassinate" him. But he didn't expect that guy not to go out at all, causing him to waste time loitering for a while.
[They are besieging Lancer, and I...]
[Will besiege them!]
Swallowing his saliva, Kariya could feel the other party's serious attitude.
"But..."
Although he still wanted to say something, seeing Berserker's back, he stopped.
...
"What's wrong?"
"Oh, I'm fine."
When Jonouchi arrived, the wounds on Kyoko Sakura's body had already healed. Most of the injuries caused by Kenshin were scratches, not major wounds, so they were easily recovered.
"Honestly, getting attacked as soon as you go out, you are really unlucky."
"Who was the opponent?"
Spreading his hands, Jonouchi didn't think too much about it.
"Assassin."
"But I always felt something was a bit strange..."
"Why do you say that?"
"Because he came neither to recruit nor to kill me."
The two then communicated. Jonouchi also discovered problems from Kyoko Sakura's explanation.
"If you say he came to probe, that doesn't look like it either."
"If you can't figure it out, don't think about it. It's natural for there to be a few weird guys in this war."
Although Jonouchi also felt puzzled, he wouldn't consider the follow-up deeply.
"True..."
Unable to figure out Assassin's specific situation, Kyoko Sakura could only give up.
"Here..."
Whoosh!
"Hm?"
Seeing Jonouchi throw two cards over, Kyoko Sakura reached out to catch them, stunned for a moment.
[Dark Ruler No More]
[Monster Reborn]
"This is?"
Not understanding why the other party threw cards with unclear descriptions over, Kyoko Sakura tilted her head in confusion. She couldn't read the specific content of the cards clearly, so it was hard to understand what the effects were.
"Keep them on you. Maybe you'll need them sometime."
"I have already poured so-called magical energy into the cards. When needed, they can be activated even without a Duel Disk."
The reason for giving them away was also because Jonouchi believed this girl needed them more than he did. And this way, he could "draw" new cards. Even though he became a "Heroic Spirit," he still needed to abide by the rules of dueling; to be honest, it was a bit subtle. He could only hold 6 cards in his hand at a time. If cards weren't set or used, he couldn't draw new cards. Excluding the unused [Red-Eyes Black Dragon] in his hand and the already summoned [Time Wizard]. The remaining [Skill Drain] and [Negate Attack] were already Set. Plus the two cards given to Kyoko Sakura, that meant with the help of stored magical energy, he could slowly "draw" 5 new cards. In this war, only by obtaining cards that could overturn the battle situation was it possible to win against those humanoid monsters.
...
"You really bring surprises to this King every time."
Gilgamesh sat on a chair, looking at the map placed on the table in front, and spoke.
"I just felt that as a King, if you cannot perform due to magical energy restrictions, it would be a loss to your majesty."
"Therefore, I specially prepared this gift..."
Kirei Kotomine bowed his head, performing a salute, and then spoke respectfully. The "tribute" he offered to the King of Heroes this time was one of the leylines located in Fuyuki City. That was found after sending Assassin to investigate. Relying on the knowledge taught by his father, Risei Kotomine, he could utilize the leyline to replenish the Servant's magical energy. This point could even be applied to the King of Heroes before him.
"Hahaha! Not bad!"
"This King is very satisfied with this gift."
"Kirei, you are indeed much more sensible than Tokiomi."
The more he compared, the more Gilgamesh felt Kirei Kotomine was pleasing to the eye. Although regarding magical energy, as long as he didn't use a rule-breaking Noble Phantasm like EA (Sword of Rupture), it was basically enough, and there were replenishment methods in his Treasury, no one would dislike having abundant magical energy. At the same time, a new thought arose. He might as well find an opportunity to send off Tokiomi, this guy who didn't understand the "atmosphere." Rather than letting that kind of "stubborn subject" call himself "Master" and wander around all day, it was better for him to disappear. At least, wasn't there a Master more suitable for him than Tokiomi Tohsaka right in front of him?
"Sit down, Kirei. This King allows it."
Receiving such a promise from Gilgamesh, Kirei Kotomine was a bit flattered. The treatment of sitting together with this "King" wasn't something just anyone could have. This showed that everything he did before was correct.
"That guy Tokiomi seems to have some small moves recently."
"He acted without reporting to this King."
Raising the wine bottle to fill the glass, Gilgamesh said pointedly.
"That is a trap to lure out Berserker's Master."
Answering truthfully, Kirei Kotomine didn't hide it.
"Hmph, truly boring fellows."
"Knowing it's hard to deal with Berserker, so they shifted their gaze to his Master?"
"Sure enough, the style of a small fry."
Swirling the wine glass, Gilgamesh could figure out what Tokiomi Tohsaka was thinking in an instant. Staring at the King before him, Kirei Kotomine heard shocking words in the next moment.
"However... if he knew that Berserker's Master is actually his own daughter..."
"What would happen next?"
"Truly anticipating..."
PS: Seems like only Lelouch is left unwritten.
Rider (Lelouch):
Knightmare Summon (A): Able to command the machine he piloted in his "previous life" for combat. The summoned mecha possesses all previous functions, but requires magical energy to drive.
Geass (A++): Power obtained through a contract with the "Witch C.C.," possessing the Power of the King to command absolutely. Can be activated by making eye contact with others; can be used on multiple people simultaneously. Allows the victim to completely execute the spoken command; even the subject's beliefs, thoughts, ethics, and cognition can be easily twisted. Lelouch once used this power to control all officials and soldiers of the Holy Britannian Empire and became the 99th Emperor.