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Chapter 422 The Last Dragon and the Sage Who Needed a Lesson

Fang Yi stood in front of the Tohsaka residence, cleverly using the fog to conceal his presence.

They are looking at the mansion in front of them.

Unlike the previous residences occupied by men, which had a slightly gloomy overall architectural style, the Matou Residence had very small windows.

The Tohsaka Residence in front of us is a blend of Western styles.

However, the overall style is more open and resembles a Japanese-style mansion garden.

Specifically, this is manifested in the vermilion wall that surrounds several meticulously pruned pine trees, each ten meters tall, and a fountain.

You can then see the extremely large windows that occupy almost the entire wall of this two-story building. If you draw back the curtains, you can have a complete view of the interior.

A man blessed with the power of "Death in the Fog," capable of observing through dense fog.

A glance at the windows revealed a faint yellow glow and floating figures peeking through the heavy curtains that were drawn, completely obscuring all the windows of the mansion.

The conclusion drawn was that "the people in this mansion have not rested yet."

At the same time, it also sensed the exterior of this building, which has a floor area of ​​400 square meters and only two stories above ground.

An extremely sophisticated early warning barrier has already been set up.

He would need to exert all his strength and bring his several abilities to the extreme in order to attempt a stealth infiltration without taking damage.

He did not choose to draw his sword and break the barrier.

Instead, they chose a more friendly approach.

He grasped the [relic] [severed bond] and dialed 'the phone' towards Miss Merlin.

"Well then, Miss Merlin."

How much longer will it take for the 'short period of time' you mentioned to prepare materials?
“The fog and the ‘sculpture’ outside are a bit unfriendly.”

As he spoke, Fang Yi glanced at several 'living corpses' not far behind him, which seemed to be moving silently through the mist like statues, as if searching for something.

Despite being shrouded in fog, he was able to use [Death in the Fog] and multiple [Conceal One's Own Existence] abilities to evade this sweeping 'search'.

But he had already developed a sense of urgency, as if he were racing against time.

He had realized something from the other party's actions.

[The reincarnator, or two reincarnators, along with the 'Descendant,' are currently in action.]

According to the theory of "I will oppose what the enemy supports".

Fang Yi felt he needed to speed things up and quickly improve the numerical values ​​and mechanisms.

Now it's time to pull out another trump card, a real "trump card," to surprise the opponent.

Having obtained Merlin's [Immediately, aside from preparing the 'surprise,' I need to first get my Master to 'coax' this annoying child]

The riddle teller replied, "I'll grant you authorization first, but the correct path lies within the hidden 'Sage's' little riddle."

Fang Yi immediately started thinking about ways to cheat.

While pondering, Fang Yi also shifted his gaze from the window and looked up a little.

With just one glance, he instantly locked eyes with the swordswoman who was perched by the chimney, idly issuing warnings.

Despite having the [Grim Reaper in the Mist] and multiple [Conceal One's Own Existence] skills and abilities, as well as the [Circle] buff.

Theoretically, the swordswoman cannot detect men.

All you'll see is a cloud of fog.

But when the swordswoman, half-sitting on the rooftop and holding [Kashuu Kiyomitsu], met the man's gaze, she instantly perked up.

Through the subtle connection between Master and Servant, she sensed the man's presence and began to communicate with him with absolute certainty.

"Master?!"
"Huh? You came all this way just to see me?"

I heard the sound of surprise coming from the swordswoman's heart.

Fang Yi responded without batting an eye.

"Yes, there are some things to arrange."

"Although telepathic communication is very convenient, I think face-to-face communication is more effective."

After hearing the man's reply, which was equivalent to "I want to see you."

The swordswoman, as if she had been suppressing her emotions for a long time, unleashed a barrage of one-sided attacks on the man.

"Is the matter over there settled?"

"Did Miss Aozaki hand over the reward she received to Master?"

He seemed to realize that his report was somewhat delayed.

The swordswoman blushed and offered a further explanation.

"Because I was afraid of disturbing Master."

"So I will only communicate with Master if Master takes the initiative to contact me."

Then the swordswoman looked up at the extremely dark sky at three in the morning and began to 'complain' about the man.

"Really, why are you coming over so late?"

"Even though I'm in good health, I can't keep pushing myself like this."

"You should get some rest."

Before the man could give any response, the swordswoman standing on the rooftop simply stepped down with both feet.

The [Shrinking Earth] technique, invisible to the naked eye, was activated.

The swordswoman landed lightly on the ground and appeared in front of the wall.

She waved to the man eagerly.

"Come in quickly, Master."

"This fog and the monsters within it are not friendly."

“Miss Merlin, you gave me authorization before, and I have remembered it.”

Upon hearing the swordswoman's 'answer' that she had inadvertently jotted down, Fang Yi smiled slightly.

After secretly noting down a debt to settle with Miss Merlin.

He then moved swiftly, activating the [Shrinking Earth] technique, which was almost identical to that of the swordswoman.

In the blink of an eye, he arrived in front of the swordswoman who was looking on with anticipation.

Then, he reached out his hand to pat the swordswoman's head.

I'm going to do what I promised to do and appease the other party.

Before the man could even extend his hand...

The swordswoman opened her arms wide and nestled into the man's arms like a swallow returning to its nest.

All the man did was pat the swordswoman on the back and give a curt reply.

"I am coming."

With just one sentence, the swordswoman seemed to have found a pillar to rely on for survival.

She released the man immediately and took a few steps back.

She unbuttoned her coat, carefully took out several stacks of cardboard still warm and fragrant with her body heat, and handed them to the man.

"Master, this is the reward that Miss Zhuang secured for me."

"This is also the 'wage' I earned today."

Looking at this piece of paper, behind the huge amount written on it lies a not-so-simple method of interest rate calculation.

And the signature of 【Rin Tohsaka】.

Before Fang Yi could speak, a notification sound from the space rang in his ears.

You have obtained a transferable [Token], granting you the qualification to enter the world associated with this character's quests and undertake those quests.

You may use this token to request a reward from Rin Tohsaka; the amount of the reward will depend on the specific circumstances.

Looking at the stack of IOUs, Fang Yi scratched his head.

Clearly, this [token] is somewhat different from the [token] that bound him and Miss Orange together, turning her into his [prospective follower].

Without having a certain level of friendship with Rin Tohsaka, she's the kind of person you can only exchange for rewards.

[It's good to be able to exchange them for rewards; you can never have too many points and equipment.]

Fang Yi stuffed the stack of IOUs into his chest and then casually put them into his personal storage space.

They didn't say anything like "You've worked hard."

All he did was gently take the swordswoman's hand and offer to slack off.

"Now that we've received our payment, we can finally relax and take a break."

"It's a bit cold on the roof."

The swordswoman, who was already immune to heat and cold, found the man's nonsense utterly ridiculous.

Her only reaction was to tiptoe and turn her face towards the man.

Having received the man's gentle peck as she desired, and feeling a surge of energy, the swordswoman responded with a single clenched fist.

"Master!"

"Miss Okita's energy has been replenished, and she will continue her alert duties!"

After saying that, she gently pushed the man, gesturing for him to enter the mansion.

Without waiting for the man's reply, she returned to the rooftop.

"Master, go and make preparations."

Clearly, the swordswoman had also sensed the approaching battle.
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[Yes, I sent Master to the basement.]

Go up the only staircase, turn left, and the second room is the study. You can find me by opening the door.

"So, are you eager to communicate with the [Sage]? But you'll need a little something."

She seemed to have sensed the man's 'intrusion'.

Miss Merlin's incessant 'harassment' was like the oxygen that was constantly flowing into the man's lungs.

It all rushed into Fang Yi's mind.

Fang Yi frowned, sensing that something was amiss.

[Wait a minute, isn't Miss Zhuang with you?]

After realizing that this nonsense had set a trap for him, he understood that the woman who had once said, "Seeing a handsome face contorted with pain is clearly good for one's physical and mental health," was now ignoring his own ramblings.

Fang Yi, who had already entered the Tohsaka residence, did not act immediately.

He first quietly observed the now dimly lit hall.

After sensing the location of the study on the second floor of the mansion, and that Miss Merlin was indeed there.

He did not proceed normally along the only staircase.

Instead, it fully activated the [Transparent World - Enhanced] and [Circle] effects that shielded perception.

He then turned and left the Tohsaka residence, heading straight to the courtyard, where he gestured to indicate the location of the study.

Finally, he took a deep breath.

In the blink of an eye, Fang Yi, who had leaped up, casually leaned on his toes on the outside of the window and stood outside the study window where there was practically no place to stand.

Fang Yi seemed somewhat confused as to not be able to perceive what was happening, but he still kept a close watch on the study door.

Clearly, he was about to pull some tricks, but he was completely unprepared for the presence of Miss Merlin behind him.

Looking at the locked window, Fang Yi revealed an extremely malicious smile.

Using magic will be detected, so let's use some techniques instead.

He touched the tightly closed window, and the long-unused [Condensation] skill activated immediately.

As 'Shi' silently pulled out the latch, he also silently moved the window open.

It brought with it a cold wind and fog that threatened to flood the house and disturb Miss Merlin.

However, at this moment, Fang Yi was quite confident about one thing.

He is now faster than fog and cold wind.
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Miss Merlin stared intently at the study door, recalling the illusion she had created.

A satisfied smile appeared on his face.

Despite being determined to give the man some help and slightly change his "fate," she also acknowledged that his journey was worth watching over by her, the "wise one."

He was vaguely intoxicated by the novel feelings the other person brought him.

She wanted to secretly give the other person a "token" and secretly establish a clandestine relationship with a man behind her student's back.

At the same time, she secretly plotted against Miss Zhuang, who became increasingly disrespectful to her and seemed to be turning on her teacher the moment she had a man.

But she was still determined to use the "Perfect Dragon" incident to give the man a little punishment and prepare some surprises for him.

She retaliated against the man for the 'trouble' he had caused her time and again.

There's no other reason than to instill a sense of awe or respect in the other party.

So that the other party will "respect" you in the future.

However, at this moment, Miss Merlin looked at the projection of the only staircase in front of her and couldn't help but feel a little puzzled.

Where did he go?

I didn't set up any illusions on the stairs!

Miss Merlin subconsciously waved her staff, beginning to ponder why the man had 'disappeared'.

After eliminating several incorrect options, she had a vague premonition of something and instantly thought of the man's route.

Oh no! He can't do it.

Miss Merlin turned to look at the window, preparing to try and salvage the situation.

It was just obviously a bit late.

Along with a faint gust of cold air that drifted into the study came the voice of a strangely familiar man.

"Are you looking for me, Miss Sage?"

"However, it's not a good habit to set up illusions on doorknobs in an attempt to trick visitors."

"This kind of behavior needs to be punished a little."
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Miss Merlin turned her head and saw the perfectly standard smile on the face of the man who was so close to her.

Hearing the man's words about 'punishment'.

His body instinctively shrank back, and he was about to grab the staff on his leg and run away.

However, Miss Merlin failed to do so.

The man was prepared for this.

Before Miss Merlin could even touch the staff, he had already locked her hand tightly with one hand, preventing her from touching it again.

With his other hand, he grabbed Miss Merlin's cloak.

They have achieved complete control over Miss Merlin.
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She looked at the man who had already rushed up to her side, his smile quite 'terrifying'.

Miss Merlin naturally had no intention of understanding the 'punishment' the other party was referring to.

As long as she creates distance, the man won't be able to control her once she activates [Illusion].

Unless the opponent has extremely strong resistance to [illusion] or [mental interference].

But clearly, he needed to help François kill his opponent first.

It is impossible to perform physical modifications and acquire such abilities in just a few days.

Feeling much more at ease, Miss Merlin first turned to the side and winked at the man.

After putting on a friendly smile, he subtly changed the subject.

"How could I possibly harm you?"
"The magic tricks I'm using are just a small defensive measure. Let's get down to business first."

Do you know the difference between a pureblood dragon and a dragon?

She looked at the man who seemed to have been successfully distracted by her words.

Miss Merlin subtly altered the shape of her cloak in preparation for her escape.

She then introduced the materials she would be using to the man.

What we usually refer to as "dragon".

"Actually, it's just a creature with the [Dragon Factor] left behind by the dragons that moved to the inner part of the world, and it has the [Dragon Form]."

"The true 'pureblood dragons' no longer exist on this surface with the demise of the Age of Gods."

"So even humans who have undergone factor modification originating from the red dragon, like King Arthur, are rich in 'dragon factors' and have 'dragon cores'."

"By definition, its source of power is nothing more than a 'hybrid dragon'."

The man's smile faded slightly, and he loosened his grip on the staff, clearly deep in thought.

Miss Merlin was overjoyed and dropped another bombshell.

"But the material I'm going to use today isn't that messy 'hybrid dragon' used to create [King Arthur]."

"Instead, even the surviving corpses can transform into massive spirit tombs, giving rise to countless fantasy species that inhabit them, such as the 'Last Dragon,' 'True Pureblood Dragon,' and 'Crown Dragon.'"

"【Albion】."

Miss Merlin, who gave the 'big news', took advantage of the man's moment of contemplation.

She abruptly pulled the staff from the man's hand.

Sensing that the illusion was hastily activated without the aid of a staff, it was immediately activated.

Miss Merlin let out a very wicked laugh at the man.

"However, those who disrespect the Sages will have to pay a price before they can reap any rewards."

"There's still plenty of time, so enjoy the dream while you can, Mr. Fang Yi."

Fang Yi responded with a confused expression and very bland words.

"When did you come to the misconception that a hastily activated illusion could fool me?"

(End of this chapter)