The establishment of the Time Travelers Alliance began in the first year of Conan

Chapter 330 We're all cunning old foxes (Seeking monthly votes)
The communication between the alliance and Kiritsugu Emiya was undoubtedly very smooth.

Even after learning about the so-called "trajectory of fate," in order to avoid actively provoking any attack from "fate" itself.

With the help of the Alliance, Kiritsugu Emiya successfully made his [Permanent Time Control] permanent.

Theoretically speaking, the Emiya family's Time Magic is a type of magic that requires a huge amount of magical energy and a very complicated ritual to prepare.

But that's the difference between a "magician" and a "magician".

In the past, to make it suitable for actual combat, Kiritsugu reduced the size of the barrier to within his own body and adjusted the interference time to within a few seconds, thereby minimizing the interference of the "World Adjustment" on the Realm Barrier.

Of course, the downside is that it affects the "physical body" and uses the symbol of [Xiaoyuan]'s innate separation from the world.

After the barrier is removed, the world will adjust the time difference between the inside and outside of the barrier, which will put a great burden on the body.

Repairing this kind of physical damage is not a difficult task for the league.

"To prevent any entity from directly interfering with you, Kiritsugu Emiya, the Alliance will freeze your 'physical body' one second ago."

In Kiritsugu Emiya's view, this entity that called itself the "CYZ Alliance" was brazenly displaying its power to him.

To reiterate, unless there is some Noble Phantasm that can break through causality or ignore timelines, Kiritsugu Emiya's safety is now fully guaranteed.

However, this is certainly necessary.

Because the most important thing is not defense against Heroic Spirits or other beings, but defense against [Emiya Kiritsugu] himself.

Currently, the decisive factor that can subconsciously influence a character through their "persona" is the "soul," which has not yet been fully analyzed.

Therefore, the best way is to resist such influence through mental strength.

In Kiritsugu Emiya's perception, he felt as if he were trapped in a transparent cocoon.

Everything outside—

Light, sound, and even the flow of air seemed to be filtered through a phantom light curtain, only reaching his senses after a brief delay.

This sensory dissonance constantly reminded Kiritsugu Emiya of his "broken premise".

Most striking of all was a row of numbers floating in his field of vision, a warning-like orange color:
Current RSI value: 121

In fact, compared to the RSI values ​​of people like Weber, this is already a very high value.

The voice rang right next to Kiritsugu's ear.

"...We must avoid a significant increase in this value...an index exceeding 150 would mean the failure of the plan..."

Kiritsugu finds it difficult to understand the specific principles explained by the alliance.

But he could still understand the words "plan failed".

He responded to the voice in a deep voice: "Okay, I understand. What exactly do I need to do?"

……

The blurry light and shadow in front of me flickered for a moment.

Then, as Kiritsugu's heart began to stir again after this brief pause, Conan first stated the most basic request.

"To avoid other derivative effects interfering with you, you cannot have close contact with any [Heroic Spirit] except Berserker."

The reason is quite obvious.

Gilgamesh was "reset" because of the Throne of Heroes.

Even based on a rough assessment of the initial DDoS attack on the Throne of Heroes, the RSI anomaly index definitely exceeds 150.

Therefore, Kiritsugu Emiya must be extremely cautious when dealing with any being related to [Heroic Spirits].

Kiritsugu asked in a low voice, "Even Saber isn't allowed?"

“Saber is someone you must try your best to avoid.”

Conan's answer was merciless.

"If you want to make contact with her, even according to the [historical inertia], you must be in the same space as Hisayu Maiya and use [RSI masking mimicry].

"Otherwise, your RSI value is very likely to exceed 150 in an instant."

After all, if the Heroic Spirits on the Throne of Heroes could "obey orders but not summons".

Therefore, Artoria, who agreed to Alaya's condition that she would become a Guardian once she obtained the Holy Grail, is undoubtedly one of the most vulnerable to external interference.

Not to mention, her compatibility with Kiritsugu was nothing short of "disastrous".

Conan paused, giving Kiritsugu some time to use [Cognitive Cocoon: Common Sense Falsification] to incorporate this principle into his own memory.

He then issued a second and final demand.

"In addition, you must constantly check the timeline and RSI index to ensure that your mind is not disturbed by the soul."

This is also the fundamental reason why Conan spent an entire string.

In any case, the physical body must rely on the mind to take the next step.

What Kiritsugu Emiya needs to do is find a balance between utilizing his "persona" and "deconstructing" his own persona.

"By utilizing the one second isolated by the barrier, and the characteristics of the [timeline], you will gain a longer 'subjective time' to confirm whether this decision will shake the final plan."

This is the best way Conan can think of to deal with that kind of idealistic influence.

Regardless of the influence of historical inertia on him.

No matter what illusions the "soul" casts in his mind, or what idealistic influence it creates, it can never give Kiritsugu Emiya what he truly desires.

Once Kiritsugu Emiya realizes that this path cannot fulfill his belief in saving the world, his "persona" will help him correct it.

All the Alliance needs to do is utilize the constancy of the CYZ effect to preserve this perfect plan.

……

In fact, this is somewhat similar to a computer's "off-site backup".

The main program, named [Emiya Kiritsugu], had its system time adjusted forward by one second.

If someone makes random modifications to his computer, that is, his "body," then within that one-second delay, the backup program, also known as the CYZ effect, will flash like an alarm light, alerting him to data errors.

In this way, before Kiritsugu Emiya actually "outputs information" outward, he can briefly and calmly "cover up" this error again.

"And the [Heroic Spirit] is like a data cable or signal source connected to a database. If it gets too close, there is a risk of 'synchronizing time' with the outside world."

Perhaps it was searching for information about Earth.

In Kiritsugu's view, the alien quickly changed to a more accessible and understandable way of explaining things.

And this analogy finally made Kiritsugu understand.

Even though his body remained frozen in the suspended timeline, looking at the [timeline] displayed by the alliance, Kiritsugu unconsciously thought of many more things.

"Then, wouldn't interfering with [Irisviel] also attract unnecessary attention from 'Fate'?"

"if……"

Kiritsugu's voice sounded like he was gritting his teeth before he spoke.

"If we choose not to treat her, and Maiya interferes—"

Conan, far away at the observatory, slapped his forehead in exasperation almost as soon as Conan finished speaking.

He sighed deeply—

The detective had long anticipated that Kiritsugu would say such a thing.

Why does this rigid guy keep thinking about sacrificing himself?
Haven't you witnessed the power of the league firsthand?

"The success rate will not change much."

Conan immediately dismissed Kiritsugu's unrealistic idea, even with a hint of unquestionable conviction.

“In fact, doing so may reduce the success rate.”

In any case, the "breaking of the character's established persona" is always a helpful thing.

As long as the alliance is determined to make its wish, it will inevitably have to fight a real battle against "historical inertia" in the end.

So what's the point of letting these two people sacrifice themselves?

There's no reason to chop a tree down with an axe just because you're worried about a branch falling and hitting your arm.

The alliance's response finally eased the tension that had been building up in Kiritsugu's heart for so long.

Perhaps the alliance had other matters to attend to, or perhaps they were very dissatisfied with what they had just said.

As the conversation ended, the surrounding "time" finally returned to normal.

Kiritsugu looked around—

The room was exactly the same as before, and even the way the dust seemed to linger in the air remained unchanged.

Remembering the nonsense he had just uttered, Kiritsugu's hands clenched slightly.

If the other party had really refused to save Irisviel and Maiya because of what I said...

"Really... how could I—"

Before he could even speak, Kiritsugu's gaze was fixed on the light screen floating in the air.

Current RSI value: 131

……

As we all know, using extreme expressions of a persona to "break down" that persona is not without its downsides.

Just like the subtle changes made to Ai Haibara and Ran Mouri in the story timeline back then—this shift in logic and behavior is not something that only the Alliance can capture, nor is it something that only the Alliance can discover and exploit.

Such as now.

With the added barrier of time, as long as Kiritsugu acts according to plan, his final outward appearance to the world will not change.

in other words--

At this moment, Alaya can also temporarily break free from the historical inertia of "not having contact with Kiritsugu Emiya" and intervene in him to a certain extent.

It was even as if to prevent the "cocoon" encasing [Emiya Kiritsugu] from noticing anything.

That slow, murmured message quietly lingered on its outermost layer:

"...Saving the world... requires... [timeline]... leaving... outsiders... do not inform them..."

Who is the devil and who is the angel?
"…Kiritsugu?"

Seeing Kiritsugu suddenly freeze in place for some reason, Mai's voice, filled with doubt and worry, rang in her ears.

According to the plan, their next step was to follow the route map provided by the alliance to the hotel where Kenneth was staying and plant explosives in advance.

Kiritsugu slowly exhaled, pushing the thought weighing on his chest back to his heart, and shook his head, saying, "It's nothing, I just feel... somewhat unbelievable."

The shorthand notebook in her hand only flashed for a moment in Hisayu Maiya's field of vision.

She nodded, "without doubt" that he was there.

Even regarding Kiritsugu's cold words about sacrificing himself and Irisviel, he showed no remorse whatsoever.

"Indeed...it's incredible."

And it seems that he "saw" what Kiritsugu was feeling pain and hesitation about.

She added in a low voice, "Don't worry about me if you need to."

Kiritsugu simply nodded slightly and said nothing more.

He walked to the bedside, bent down slightly, and picked up the familiar box of explosives—the cold touch of his hand seemed to calm him down completely.

He didn't turn around, but walked straight towards the hotel entrance.

"Let's go, let's go to the Hyatt Hotel first."

But regardless of what one's inner thoughts are.

Kiritsugu ultimately didn't delete that message.

……

What message did Alaya whisper to Kiritsugu Emiya?

Conan, of course, had no way of knowing.

However, the sudden fluctuations in Kiritsugu's RSI curve cannot be concealed by the shell.

Even though Alaya's actions are very covert.

Conan immediately deduced the reason behind the sudden increase in the consumption rate due to the CYZ effect.

Even Hasegawa Tsuki could see it.

Another being is reaching out, targeting Kiritsugu.

She turned her head to look at Conan, a hint of wariness in her eyes, seeking his opinion:

"Commander Kudo, should we try intervening in Kiritsugu's situation again?"

Conan narrowed his eyes slightly, as if weighing his options, and then slowly shook his head.

"There's no need for that; it's probably just routine interference from the other side."

Conan was well aware that the [Type-Moon Universe] and the [Main Universe] had fundamentally different approaches to dealing with their plans.

—There are far too many people who know the plot.

In this universe, there is absolutely no other factor besides dual timelines that can achieve this.

Due to the unique characteristic that the [story timeline] is almost equivalent to [historical inertia].

In the [Detective Conan Universe-001], it is indeed so powerful that it is unshakeable—

For example, the consequences of completely disregarding logic; interfering with, reversing, and splicing the timeline; arbitrarily resetting non-Conan characters; directly using loops to restart; directly obtaining the pointer answer, and so on...

However, it has also been subject to unprecedented restrictions.

In a sense, it was Conan Edogawa himself who truly delivered the fatal blow.

Regardless of the "personalization" of the story timeline;
Or perhaps it forcibly pieced together the events of the "Star Viewing Tower Case" haphazardly, ultimately leading to its demise at the hands of that pale sun...

The flaws that these alliances exploited ultimately stemmed from Conan Edogawa's own internal conflict of ideas.

In contrast, the Type-Moon universe is much more complex.

Whether it's various forms of futuristic vision and timeline abilities, magic like the "Second Magic," a large group of mythical beings lurking in the "Starry Sea," or various riddle-makers...

Knowing the plot is as easy as breathing for them.

Conan was already mentally prepared for this situation.

Conan, seeing the slightly worried look on Hasegawa Tsuki's face, softened his expression:
"Therefore, because of the Pan-Human History and these factors, even if those who are hostile to the Alliance do not know the true meaning of the Historical Inertia, it does not prevent them from knowing its contents."

"If we fight a war of attrition with them, the alliance will ultimately suffer the consequences."

Conan paused.

"And... this may not necessarily be a bad thing."

As the light screen in front of him flickered, Conan pulled up a pre-prepared plan.

This situation was exactly what the detective had predicted—

Just as Conan has repeatedly emphasized, Kiritsugu Emiya always "overthinks," and in fact, he is prone to "hesitation."

Therefore, this feint attack was used to achieve their objective.

Hisayuu Maiya is the key figure that the alliance truly needs and must acquire.

"And if [Emiya Kiritsugu] draws the fire in front—"

A sly smile slowly crept onto Conan's lips.

"Our plan to ensure [Kuyu Maiya]'s support for the alliance will proceed very smoothly."

"Furthermore, in this way, we can also indirectly determine the specific time of the 'cutting matters' based on the changes in [Emiya Kiritsugu]."

"Because whether it's [Alaya] or anyone else, they will temporarily abandon their efforts to advance the [Cut-off Matters] because of the bait thrown out by the Alliance."

……

"I understand!"

Hasegawa Tsuki clapped his hands, his eyes lighting up.

With Conan's careful explanation, she finally understood the purpose her superior wanted to achieve.

“As long as the other side continues to interfere with Kiritsugu Emiya, it means that his actions have become public. At the same time, it also means that he will have to waste some of his strength and attention on Kiritsugu.”

"Furthermore, because he feels he has already taken control of the situation through Kiritsugu, he is essentially on the side of the alliance and will not allow the [cutting matter] to happen, right?"

"Yes." A smug look of "planning in the bag" appeared on Conan's face.

"Moreover, no matter who the other party is, he will continue to waste his own strength."

"Kiritsugu has an inherent contradiction; he will subconsciously use his 'persona' to erase the interference he suffers."

"You should know that his distrust of others is not limited to the League."

The detective winked at Hasegawa Tsuki.

"From the outside world's perspective, there is only a 'one-second' interval between the signal transmissions to Kiritsugu Emiya. If we want to truly transmit a long message, we must persuade Kiritsugu to come out of that 'barrier'."

—And Kiritsugu is clearly not Tang Sanzang.

Conan's prediction was undoubtedly correct.

In fact, after the alliance made an additional promise to do its best to save Irisviel and Hisau Maiya's lives, coupled with the guilt he felt for having considered "giving up" on the two of them during that frozen moment in time...

On the short journey to the Hyatt Hotel.

Kiritsugu Emiya had made the decision more than ten times, deleting the memories of the messages sent by [Alaya] more than ten times.

At this very moment, Maiya was sitting in the driver's seat—

The "shorthand" in his pocket faithfully transmitted the RSI values ​​of Kiritsugu's body as he swayed and jumped back and forth to the Alliance base at the observatory.

……

However, Conan has decided to entrust the task of observing Kiritsugu to Hasegawa Tsuki.

He now truly feels that he is just as busy as Lin Sheng in this universe.

Kariya Matou has already contacted him because he is unsure of what to do about the current situation.

The summoned Caster asked to see himself.

—And then there's Joan of Arc.

(End of this chapter)