Walking in the Question and Answer System of Heroic Spirits

Lion Robber Jie Li: "The difference in strength between the two sides is too great, so even the sheer power released by the monster's gaze is too much for them to withstand."

Kenneth: "I never imagined there was such a terrifying being beneath Albion."

[Our focus returns to the Grand Order decision.]

[Himeko Adashino: "I'm amazed you guys managed to find his name."]

[Reines: "My brother sensed something was off from the start. He thought that having only one person whose last name was unknown might highlight a certain characteristic."]

"During the 'Eye Train' incident, your active involvement in the case exceeded the scope of the Forensic Science Department's responsibilities. Although you said it was because Hartles and you were both Norwich's adopted sons, frankly, Norwich had many other adopted sons, and I don't think that's the reason you're so fixated on Hartles."

"But I wasn't lying, was I?"

[With a mischievous smile, Hirori Adashino said, "That's because from that time on, Hartles is very likely my older brother now."]

"Ah, even though we are brothers, we are half-brothers. I heard that my father abandoned his newborn child and his first wife, and survived alone in Albion."

Reines paused, then asked, "Was your father a survivor?"

She was unaware of this, as it wasn't directly related to the case.

"Heh heh heh, he barely scraped together enough money for one person to leave, so his strength shouldn't be anything special."

[Himeri Adashino scoffed, "Even if it's to prolong your life as a magician, don't you think it's incredibly foolish?"]

"Alas, after being abandoned by his wife, my father was said to have become disheartened after coming to earth, and as a result, he died soon after his new wife gave birth to me. Because of this, I suffered a lot before Norwich took me in as his adopted son—as for my brother, he probably didn't want to use his own surname either."

Weber: "I see..."

Gold: "Ugh, abandoning one's wife and children, that's disgusting."

Kiritsugu Emiya: "That's human nature. Faced with the choice between family and oneself, one chooses the latter, only to regret it afterwards. It's all for naught."

Amakusa Shiro: "At the very least, he still feels guilty."

Demon King: "Hmph, even if he had to do it all over again, he would still make the same choice. That's the ugliness of human nature."

[Reines: "When did you first find out?"]

[Himeri Adashino: "Perhaps as you think, after I had been in the Department of Law and Politics for a while... Unfortunately, by then, both Hartles and Kuro had disappeared."]

Reines: "So, do you know Kuro's secret?"

"Yes, although it's just my speculation."

[Himeko adjusted her glasses and said, "However, my brother and I have never actually met. Wouldn't it be better to have his teammates from Albion explain this to him?"]

Her eyes, like a snake locking onto its prey, were fixed on Ashira.

"Kuro...does indeed...possess some kind of supernatural ability."

Ashira trembled under her gaze and could only say, "He has a talent for finding the unstable temporary rifts needed to connect the surface to Albion."

[Rufreus: "Oh..."]

Even this stubborn old man couldn't help but become interested at this moment.

Kuro's ability could bring immense benefits.

[Ahira: "He didn't have this ability from the beginning. It was just that one day, when he discovered the crack, that talent began to emerge."]

[Reines: "When the crack was discovered?"]

[Ahira: "Those who aren't explorers are almost unaware that cracks appear in Albion at a certain frequency. However, Kuro encounters these cracks very frequently. He himself is quite embarrassed about it. I tried asking him why he finds these things, and he said he didn't really understand, but it felt like pulling a rope."]

"This is a kind of magical eye."

[Himeko Adashino explained, "I've heard that this is a talent occasionally found in the Adashino family. A magic that finds pairs of things—or perhaps a spell to find lost items?"]

Hearing this, Reines felt a sense of relief.

Ah, I knew it! Now the puzzle is complete.

Aozaki Touko pondered, "I see. Adashino's magic originates from snakes?"

[Himeri Adashino: "That's right, what's wrong?"]

"No, because snakes are often associated with finding lost items."

Aozaki Touko smiled faintly: "Because ancient people sanctified the snake's pit organs and other abilities that were unknown at the time, and because snakes were similar to dragons, they were sometimes regarded as equals."

"I see. The more familiar Kuro is with this land, the more his abilities will develop. This is equivalent to Kuro's Serpent Demon Eye gradually merging with the vision of the deceased dragon."

Chapter 365 - Reines's Purpose

Kenneth: "The Serpent's Eye? I'd only ever heard of it before, I never imagined it actually existed."

Lion's Robbery: "And he actually assimilated with Albion's vision? This kid named Kuro is too lucky."

[Inolai: "Oh, has my disciple thought of something?"]

Aozaki Touko shrugged and said, "No, I just think it's incredibly ingenious. I'm completely convinced in every way."

[Ashira: "However, Lady Reines's claim is clearly flawed."]

Reines: "What?"

"I'm so sorry, Dad—it was me...we did this without permission."

After hesitating for a few seconds, Asila spoke again: "Lady Reines, as you said, we have had connections with the surface world ever since we formed our team in Albion. However, the person we killed ten years ago was not Hartres, but Kuro."

Reines was momentarily stunned. It felt like being hit by a cross-punch from an opponent who was prepared for a draw in the final round of a fight.

Therefore, Reines's claim is fundamentally flawed.

She could tell from the other person's expression that this wasn't an excuse made out of desperation, but rather a confession born out of painful realization.

Rin Tohsaka: "Miss Reines looks shocked too."

Shiki Jie Li: "It seems that the Second Generation lost contact before he could tell her all his reasoning."

Kenneth: "Now it's time to test this girl's adaptability."

[Ahira: "Because in the events of ten years ago, Hartres may have been too successful. And even if not a monarch, losing two ministers of key disciplines at once would cause too much chaos."]

Reines: "You're talking about the death of the previous El-Melloi, aren't you?"

[Ahira: "Exactly."]

Reines: "So, you think that killing Hartles' right-hand man, Kuro, will stop him from continuing his ascent?"

[Ashira: "...Yes, that's exactly right."]

"However, you achieved results that were, in some ways, contrary to your expectations and beyond your expectations."

Reines said with a grim expression, "Hatterles, having lost his right and left hands, has not only lost his position in the Clock Tower, but has also disappeared."

She was panicking; what had she done wrong?

I wanted to discuss this with the Second Prince immediately, but he hasn't responded yet.

Lion Robber Jie Li: "Haha, Your Majesty, does this count as you saving Hartres once?"

Kenneth: "Hmph, that cunning fox, he still needs my help."

Kenneth: "Even without my death, he would not have died at the hands of his naive apprentices."

"Although the topic took a somewhat unexpected turn, is this the end?"

Marg Daniel interrupted their conversation, saying, "Of course, my daughter's crimes are obvious. Since she stole Dr. Hartrace's disciple, she must prepare commensurate compensation."

At this point, Reines was filled with despair.

[Inole: "What do you mean by equal compensation, Marg Daniel?"]

[Marg Daniel: "I've said it before, she's my daughter. So, this is my mistake. Whether she acted unilaterally or under my direction, it doesn't matter. Because she's my daughter, I will take full responsibility. I fully acknowledge this mistake."]

[Inole: "Oh, responsibility. So, what are the specific steps?"]

[Margo Daniel: "The Modern Magic Department of Hartles is now run by the El-Melloi faction. Therefore, I will delegate the voting rights for this Grand Order decision to the El-Melloi faction."]

Reines: "What...?"

This statement left Reines speechless with astonishment.

Koles: "I thought he would cut ties with Ashira immediately, but I didn't expect..."

Fiore: "It hasn't come to that yet. Ashira isn't a big deal."

Rin Tohsaka: "But this guy is really straightforward, he just handed over his voting rights right away."

Weber: "Because the situation is no longer on his side. If this continues, Lord Euryphus will definitely use this to attack him, and he will not achieve his goal."

Weber: "This is a classic case of retreating to advance. With just a few words, he wiped the blame off his daughter and put all the pressure on Reines."

Webber: "However, I'm afraid he didn't expect that bringing Ashira along as a trump card would backfire and cause him to fail."

[Marg Daniel: "Oh, I'll take it back if I don't need it."]

【"..."】

Reines was deeply troubled. She had laid bare the other party's crimes, yet she was the one now trapped in this predicament.

[Of course, the compensation was far more favorable in terms of terms. However, the weight of the power that Mag Daniels had entrusted to her to dispose of as she saw fit overwhelmed Reines's spirit.]

"How's it going with Hartles's accomplice...?"

Rufreus began, "Based on the conversation just now... the accomplice is this big idiot, isn't he... This guy actually called the absurd plan of creating gods to exist as magicians... a good idea..."