In the world of Type-Moon, it all begins with becoming Morgan's husband!

Ian was not imagining things.

When he first met Li Shuwen, he felt that this person was too powerful in every sense.

if--

If he is a follower, then everything makes sense.

But Rin Tohsaka shook her head in denial upon hearing this.

"How can it be!"

"Kiri didn't say he wanted to participate!"

"..."

[You realize that Rin Tohsaka has considered the possibility you mentioned.]

Out of respect for her master, she never considered it in that direction.

But now, you realize you have to bring her to her senses.

Seeing the girl's denial, Ian spoke directly.

"cold."

"I think... Kirei Kotomine might have been lying to you all along."

"Liar?" Rin was taken aback. "Ian, what do you mean by this?"

"that is--"

Ian looked directly at the girl in front of him and revealed the truth.

"Kirei Kotomine".

"Actually... he's the murderer who killed your father in the Fourth Holy Grail War."

354. Rin Tohsaka gradually wants to steal food / Aoi Zenjou is the antidote / A tragic mother and daughter (4k)

Inside the Tohsaka family mansion.

Atalanta moved slowly to Ian's side and then asked cautiously.

"that--"

"Master... what's wrong with Rin?"

"Why have I been so gloomy ever since we came back together?"

Atalanta was not speaking recklessly—this was based on her observations.

Since returning with Ian, Rin Tohsaka, who was originally quite lively, seems to have become a completely different person.

He sat silently on the sofa, looking preoccupied.

As her Master, and especially after spending time with her, Atalanta has come to regard Rin Tohsaka as her friend.

Faced with this situation, her heart was naturally filled with worry.

"..."

Atalanta's observation skills were so sharp that Ian couldn't deny what she was saying.

“That’s right.” The man nodded.

"Some things did happen—some not-so-good things."

Ian's tone made Atalanta realize that the problem might be more serious than she had imagined.

"so--"

"What exactly happened?" she asked further. "Could it be some irreparable mistake?"

"..."

Ian sighed.

"Let's find somewhere to talk."

You brought Atalanta to the courtyard of the manor.

[Since it's after dinner, practically no one comes here.]

You can chat with her here without worry.

You told Atalanta everything about Kirei Kotomine.

yard.

After hearing Ian's story, Atalanta showed a surprised expression.

"this?!"

"Rin treated her father's killer as her master for several years?"

“Yes.” Ian nodded, confirming Atalanta’s thoughts.

That's the situation right now.

"No!" the kitten girl exclaimed, "This is too absurd!"

"Owner--!"

"Are you sure you're not mistaken about something?!"

“No.” Ian shook his head. “It’s practically impossible to be wrong—after all, the person who told me and Lily this news was the one who was killed by Kirei Kotomine.”

"..."

Atalanta now fully understood why Rin Tohsaka had reacted that way.

Not to mention this young girl.

Even someone who grew up in the forest and lived as a hunter would feel their head explode when faced with such an outcome.

His own master was actually his father's killer?

This is simply too much to accept.

only--

Atalanta knew that simply resisting was pointless.

Since it has already happened, simply regretting it won't change anything.

What we should be doing now is finding a solution to this problem.

"so--"

Atalanta looked at Ian in front of her, her expression becoming increasingly worried.

"Owner."

Have you figured out how to solve this?

"..."

Seeing Atalanta's expectant look, Ian pondered for a moment and then nodded.

"There is now a method, albeit a difficult one."

"but--"

"I can't guarantee success, and I'll need your help."

"Eh?"

Atalanta, the kitten girl, pointed at herself.

"I'll help? Master... are you sure you're not mistaken?"

“I’m not mistaken.” Ian nodded. “Lily is going to keep Vivian company so she can relax.”

“Sakura doesn’t really want to see me right now—Atalanta, you’re the only one who can help me.”

"..."

Suddenly feeling that she had been given an extremely sacred duty, Atalanta straightened her back a little more.

"That--"

"Master, what do you want me to do?"

“Drag it along,” Ian replied.

"Huh?" Atalanta asked, puzzled. "What does this mean?"

“It’s like this…” Ian whispered in the catgirl’s ear.

"I see..." The kitten girl nodded, seemingly understanding.

late at night.

Rin Tohsaka sat on the bed, hugging her legs, looking quite dejected.

The news that Ian and Artoria brought back today was still too much for her to accept.

Kirei Kotomine... is actually the murderer who killed his father!

I had actually regarded him as my master for so many years.

Thinking of this, Rin Tohsaka couldn't help but punch the bed beside her, her expression and actions filled with endless regret.

And at this moment——

Atalanta's head popped out from the side.

"cold."

"Are you ok?"

"Huh?!" Rin Tohsaka was startled. "Archer, what are you doing here all of a sudden?!"

“Um—” Atalanta feigned innocence.

"Rin, didn't you tell me to maintain the highest level of alert?"