Emiya Shirou doesn't want to work overtime

Chapter 277 Shana's Growth

"Flying Flames - Chaotic Flight!"

This is a variation of Shana's "Flying Flame Freedom Technique".

An extremely dense array of flames appeared around Shana, shooting towards Wilhelmina like a rain of arrows without ceasing.

These are not ordinary fireballs made of flame; they not only have extremely strong destructive power, but also have a certain degree of automatic tracking function.

Through constant practice with Shirou Emiya, Shana barely managed to master the skill of multitasking. She was able to control these fireballs while simultaneously launching her own attack with Shana.

Moreover, these flames are more powerful and faster than those from the previous battle against Shirou Emiya.

Although Shana still couldn't draw out the flames on her own during these days, she became more skilled at controlling them.

Under the double attack, even Wilhelmina could only follow Shana's wishes and dodge as she charged at Shana.

That's right. Because of her weak ranged attack capabilities, Shana chose to force her enemies into close combat in this way.

Previously, if the enemy dodged such a ranged attack, they could continue to attack from a distance. However, now that Shana is in control, unless they have exceptional defense, they can only abandon their ranged attacks and fight her directly.

Moreover, surrounded by these waves of fire, the enemy must multitask, fighting off the flames raging around them while battling Shana.

"call out--!"

White ribbons surged around Wilhelmina, constantly shattering the flames that were chasing after her, and layer upon layer of magical freedom erupted from those ribbons.

Wilhelmina intends to test whether Shana has become lax during her absence.

Although she is not a full-time combatant and plays a more supportive role, it would be a mistake to underestimate her.

However, Shana would never underestimate Wilhelmina, who had always taken care of her.

But Wilhelmina was still extremely surprised by Shana's rapid growth.

It's important to understand that Shana hasn't been a Flame Haze for very long, and such combat skills, fighting style, and combat mindset cannot be developed overnight.

"Qiang——!"

A metallic scraping sound erupted from in front of Wilhelmina.

The intense Mars streaked across the sky, displaying dazzling colors.

Wilhelmina's heart sank. She knew perfectly well who had taught Shana martial arts and just how strong she was.

She originally wanted to remind Shana to pay more attention to remote operations as well, but it seems that Shana had already realized this problem.

After all, Shirou Emiya's greatest skill is archery, and Shana has never had a chance to get close to him.

She put in a lot of hard work in this area.

Meanwhile, on the riverbank in Misaki City, Shirou Emiya watched intently as the two fought.

Aside from the existence of the "possessed by evil spirits," Shirou Emiya believes he is no match for them, so he continues to learn from their experiences.

"Are you their facilitator?"

Just then, accompanied by the sound of footsteps, a boy's voice rang out from behind Emiya Shirou.

Hearing the sound, Shirou Emiya looked in the direction from which the footsteps came.

A boy with a youthful face, yet exuding maturity, dressed in orange and carrying a wooden board-like object bound by bandages, walked up to Shirou Emiya.

"I think so."

Emiya Shirou was indeed an assistant in helping Shana deal with the Crimson World Apostles.

"Wei, Emiya-senpai."

Slightly out of breath and with a surprised tone, a familiar voice came from behind Emiya Shirou at that moment.

"Yoshida-kun?"

Emiya Shirou frowned. In his memory, she should just be a human who knew nothing. Why did she get involved in the world of Flame Haze?

“I got her consent, and she is now my assistant.”

The boy answered the question that Shirou Emiya had in mind.

“My name is Kamsin Nefharvey, and I am the contractor of the Crimson Lord ‘Unyielding Peak’ Bishimot.”

He slowly introduced himself to Emiya Shirou.

"My name is Emiya Shirou."

Although Shirou Emiya did not want ordinary people to get involved, he wouldn't say anything more since it was with Kazumi Yoshida's consent.

Didn't Eita Tanaka and Keisaku Sato also become Margot's assistants?

Emiya Shirou extends his hand to Kamsin.

"Are you Shirou Emiya?"

Kamsin grasped Shirou Emiya's hand, his expression slightly surprised.

"what happened?"

"The outside world contacted me, hoping that I could rush to Misaki City to protect a human named Emiya Shirou."

Kamsin told Shirou Emiya the purpose of his visit without hesitation.

Since the object of protection is someone we are protecting, it will naturally be someone we are on our side. Moreover, Shirou Emiya is human, not a Crimson Denizen.

"Thank you"

Emiya Shirou expressed his gratitude. Whoever it was, he was genuinely grateful for their willingness to come and protect him.

“Misaki City is not a place to stay for long. A large number of Crimson Denizens and Phosphorus have already arrived here, and other free Flame Haze warriors are also on their way. Misaki City will soon be engulfed in war.”

Kamsin shared the same idea as Wilhelmina, wanting to take her away from Misaki City, where the outside world was clearly safer than in such a city.

"and many more!"

Shirou Emiya suddenly seemed to remember something and pulled a piece of paper out of his pocket.

There were no fluctuations.

"You mean, a large number of Crimson Denizens and Phosphorus have already arrived in Misaki City?"

Shirou Emiya had already figured something out, but he still wanted to confirm it.

No, actually, Kamsin and Wilhelmina's presence here confirms what Shirou Emiya was thinking.

Kamsin looked at Shirou Emiya with some confusion, seemingly not understanding why Shirou Emiya wanted to confirm this.

"Naturally, Yoshida Kazumi is the one I rescued from the Crimson World Apostles."

But he nodded and answered Emiya Shirou.

"not good!"

Emiya Shirou looked up at the tallest building in Misaki City in the distance with an extremely flustered expression.

"Excuse me, I might have to take a moment to leave!"

He immediately apologized to Kamsin beside him and ran toward the spot he had been looking at.

The speed is beyond what a normal person can achieve.

Kamsin took in Shirou Emiya's actions and followed him.

He is a key target for protection, so Kamsin naturally wouldn't stay here.

Meanwhile, Shana's battle with Wilhelmina continues.

"Burn everything!"

Suddenly, Shana, wielding a katana engulfed in raging flames, descended from the sky like a meteorite, slamming her fiery Noble Phantasm down upon Wilhelmina, who had finally managed to escape from Shana's grasp.

"Oh!"

The crimson lotus flames, transformed into a giant blade, broke free from Shana's hand and exploded in front of Wilhelmina, turning into rolling waves of fire that evaporated the atmosphere and shook outwards.

The explosion caused the ground to crumble swiftly, and the nearby river water seemed to boil, steaming and making the already bright red space even more fiery red.

But just as the explosion was about to spread, the flames seemed to be contained, rapidly shrinking until they vanished into nothingness.

Thanks to Shirou Emiya's suggestion, Shana not only gained greater control over her own body, but also greatly improved her control over fire.

She can now even control the size of the explosions caused by the flames she unleashes.

Otherwise, she wouldn't have used such a trick on Wilhelmina, who had always taken care of her.

"You've grown up, haven't you?"

After the smoke cleared, Wilhelmina stood at the center of the explosion, covered in soot. Apart from being covered in soot, she was unharmed.

She unconsciously revealed a happy expression and flew towards Shana in the sky.

"Amazing strength"

An ethereal voice also came from above Wilhelmina's head; her contracted demon lord now acknowledged Shana's strength.

"Are you alright, Wilhelmina?"

Shana looked at Wilhelmina, who was covered in soot, with some concern. After countless training sessions, Wilhelmina was extremely skilled in these moves and confident that the flames would not harm her.

But seeing Wilhelmina's disheveled state, Shana was still somewhat worried.

Better safe than sorry. Shana wanted to prove her growth to Wilhelmina, but she was also worried that her attack might hurt her.

Shana's concept of family probably only includes Wilhelmina.

After all, it was Wilhelmina who took her in, Wilhelmina who cared for her as she grew up, Wilhelmina who made her a Flame Haze, and Wilhelmina who spent the most time with her.

Chapter 278 Misaki City on the Brink of Collapse

"Clang-!"

Emiya Shirou shoved the door open with tremendous force, making an extremely loud thud.