In Type-Moon, it all starts with adopting Sakura.

Just as Kiritsugu Emiya was getting agitated, what happened was actually not complicated.

Last night, immersed in the wonders of the two Primal Runes Scáthach had given her, Aozaki Touko went straight to a hotel in Fuyuki City.

So much so that he was so obsessed, and so good at concealing his presence, that even Lemon Head, who was controlling the battle upstairs, never realized that there was a dangerous character wanted by the Clock Tower's Legal Affairs Department hiding right under his feet.

The two then went out at different times, which meant that Aozaki Touko did not run into the monarch.

It wasn't until Scáthach came looking for her and dragged her out of the ocean of magic with a reluctant expression that Aozaki Touko, who had been working day and night, realized what a stupid thing she had done.

She was shocked to find that she had chosen the same location for her workshop as that lemon-headed guy. She felt a chill run down her spine, but at the same time, she was glad that she had done a good job of hiding. Otherwise, Kenneth and his Servants would probably have raided her house today.

Having figured out the cause and effect of the matter, she decisively chose to move without any hesitation, and then followed Scáthach to the next battlefield to take Rowe's place.

As a Grand Magician and a wanted criminal who gives the Law and Politics Department a headache, Aozaki Touko is certainly not stupid.

How could she not see through Scáthach's and her junior's intentions?

The intention behind her approaching him, hoping he would take his place in the Master's appearance, was to draw attention to her and let her take the brunt of the other Masters' attacks, while he continued to hide in the shadows and make his preparations.

You could say that he entrusted himself with all the most dangerous tasks.

If anyone else dared to make such an outrageous request to her, Aozaki Touko would be lucky not to kill that person, let alone agree. Even if it was her friend Luo Wei, she couldn't just use her as a expendable fodder or a shield.

She really wanted to yell at him for his immorality. However, he had given her just too much.

Putting aside the fact that Lovi provided her with a huge allowance, which was practically a form of sugar daddy, Queen Scáthach's offer was even more irresistible.

For every task he did with her, she would draw him a primordial rune and let him go back and study it slowly.

Although Orange doesn't consider herself a casual person, she doesn't mind being a little casual because of the vast amount of money that the original Rune has.

Moreover, this was by no means because she was greedy for money; she simply wanted to contribute to her good junior and fulfill her responsibility as a senior.

Yes, that must be it.

So, having agreed on the price, Aozaki Touko and Scáthach rushed over.

Because Aozaki Touko, being human, couldn't possibly match Scáthach's speed, the latter entered the battlefield much earlier than her. Meanwhile, Aozaki Touko encountered something quite interesting on her way to the port...

Because she arrived late, Aozaki Touko bumped right into Irisviel, who was rushing to escape the battlefield.

Upon seeing Irisviel, the Einzbern family homunculus who was suspected to be her Master, Aozaki Touko grinned from ear to ear, her expression as radiant as a giant chrysanthemum.

It's better to arrive at the right time than to arrive early...

Who said she arrived late? Wasn't her timing just right?

When she saw Irisviel, this strange android, on the street during the day, her heart began to stir.

Although the design looked no different from the androids she had captured some time ago, as a Grand Doll Maker, she could certainly see the essential differences.

If Scáthach hadn't been unwilling to fight in the street, and if she hadn't been unable to defeat that sword spirit alone, Irisviel would have been captured by her long ago.

Although the primordial runes that followed temporarily made her forget about it, she still couldn't forget this clearly different homunculus. Right now...

Isn't that a coincidence?

I can't believe we ran into each other here.

If that's fate, then she can't be blamed.

First, capture Irisviel, and then carefully examine whether she is Saber's Master. If she is, that would be best, as Saber without a Master would have complete control in her hands.

If not, it doesn't matter. This android has a close relationship with Kiritsugu Emiya. Perhaps using this android as bait after she finishes her research might have a surprising effect.

In short, no matter what she does, she won't lose out.

And so, while Irisviel was running away and searching for Kiritsugu Emiya to join her, she unfortunately encountered the terrifying Touko Aozaki.

Although she was skilled in magic and began to fiercely resist in her own way, her magic skills were truly insignificant compared to Aozaki Touko's.

Furthermore, androids and dolls are quite similar, and through a period of investigation and research, Aozaki Touko had a general understanding of the Einzbern family's android technology. Therefore, Irisviel's resistance was truly meaningless in Touko's eyes.

To minimize the commotion and prevent the other party from attracting troublesome individuals, Aozaki Touko didn't waste any words. She immediately used rune magic to assist her, throwing her pre-prepared Mystic Code at Irisviel, aiming for a surprise attack that knocked Irisviel unconscious.

Furthermore, to prevent Kiritsugu Emiya from tracking her using electronic signals, she meticulously searched Irisviel's entire body, threw her cell phone and other electronic devices into the sea off Fuyuki City, and then used stealth magic to bring her back to the base without anyone noticing.

At this moment, there's no need to overthink it.

Having lost his wife, Kiritsugu Emiya, and Saber, who has lost her protector, must be frantic, searching everywhere for this homunculus.

In other words, compared to last night's Heroic Spirit Battle and Master Brawl, the biggest winner has always been her, who was always on the sidelines.

Even Lo Wei was surprised by Aozaki Touko's actions when he saw her carrying Irisviel back.

All sides were trying to probe and fight, but no one expected that in the end, Aozaki Touko, the sixth man, would steal their base.

Without Irisviel as a trump card, Kiritsugu Emiya must be jumping up and down in desperation right now...

Luo Wei couldn't help but think to himself.

"This is... the homunculus I saw during the day? Orange, you actually brought her back? Is she Saber's Master?"

Seeing Irisviel brought back by Aozaki Touko, Scáthach, who was not very motivated because the battle last night was not very exciting, put down the racing magazine in her hand and looked at them with a surprised expression.

Last night she was wondering where Orange, who was supposed to appear with her, was. Unexpectedly, Orange went to kidnap Saber's Master.

This really surprised her.

"No, she is not the Master of the Heroic Spirit of the Sword, and she does not have Command Seals. It should be a smokescreen thrown by Kiritsugu Emiya, but it is now my spoils of war."

"So it really was fake?"

Scáthach wasn't surprised by Aozaki Touko's answer.

After all, no normal family would choose a pure and innocent girl like Irisviel to participate in the cruel Holy Grail War.

"Since she's not Saber's Master, what do you plan to do with this homunculus? Kill her outright?"

Scáthach pointed to Irisviel, who was tied to a stone pillar, and said something extremely cruel without any expression on her face.

After all, in her time, being captured by the enemy on the battlefield was no different from death.

On the battlefield, no one will show mercy to an enemy just because of their beauty.

"Um……"

Aozaki Touko glanced at Irisviel, who was tied up, and replied calmly.

"As for her, I remember she has a close relationship with Kiritsugu Emiya, which could be used to do some things. However, I am also very interested in her structure... This homunculus is clearly different from the Einzbern family homunculus I have obtained before. If possible, I would really like to take it apart and study it carefully."

Although Irisviel possessed an exceptionally beautiful face, in Aozaki Touko's eyes, she was at best a doll created through alchemy. As a puppeteer, she could tailor-make any appearance she desired, and naturally wouldn't show mercy because of her beauty. If it weren't for the possibility that she might have other uses, Aozaki Touko would have already dismantled Irisviel into magical materials for research.

"Waaaaah..."

On the other side, upon hearing that Aozaki Touko wanted to dismantle her into magical materials for research, Irisviel, whose mouth was gagged, trembled with fear.

So... we still have to kill him?

"Hmm, it's a bit of a pity, but since we're on the battlefield, we can only tell you to accept your fate."

Scáthach stroked her chin and walked up to Irisviel, ready to give her a break.

However, just as he was about to make his move, he was stopped by Luo Wei.

He called out to Scáthach, then said, "Wait, Caster, don't do it. She's not just any ordinary homunculus. She's the Lesser Grail created by the Einzbern family to realize the Third Magic. She's also a key figure in this Holy Grail War."

"Hmm? The Lesser Grail?" Upon hearing Lovi's statement, Aozaki Touko and Scáthach were slightly taken aback, but then their interest was piqued.

"Tell me more about it?"

"Yes, this lady is the Lesser Grail specially prepared by the Einzbern family for the Fourth Holy Grail War. It is responsible for collecting and retaining the souls of Servants who have been defeated or lost their Masters and could not continue to exist until the end of the war. The souls of the Servants collected at the end will complete an important task in the final stage of the ritual performed by the Greater Grail. She is also the wife of Emiya Kiritsugu."

Listening to Loewy's account and seeing the look of horror on Irisviel's face, Aozaki Touko and Scáthach were certain that what Loewy said was true, and their faces showed a hint of surprise.

Especially Aozaki Touko, who originally thought she had just captured an alchemical doll with a relatively high magical reserve, but she didn't expect that she had actually captured the Lesser Holy Grail.

Compared to the Lesser Grail, everything else seems less important...

After all, if they control this, it means that the initiative in this Holy Grail War will be completely in their hands.

Doesn't this mean that Heaven is helping me?

Finally, she didn't forget to turn her head and look at Lo Wei.

"Tell me in detail about the source of the intelligence, and the next plan, such as which Master to start with."

"Your lemon-headed teacher and that loser junior brother have both barged into this Holy Grail War. If you include yourself, the three of you could form a top-tier supergroup. Don't you really have any intention of making use of this power?"

Aozaki Touko raised an eyebrow at Luo Wei, her tone slightly amused.

As this guy's old friend, she was well aware of Rowe's character...

In matters of life and death or important affairs, he is undoubtedly the most reliable companion and friend. However, if you're just interacting with him in everyday life, you should be careful...

This guy is ruthless when it comes to ripping people off. Although he will offer compensation and an apology afterward, the feeling of being led by the nose is really unpleasant.

She didn't believe that, with so many acquaintances and such a significant advantage, Luo Wei wouldn't have his own agenda.

Perhaps from the moment Kenneth and that magician named Webber appeared, Lowe had already planned out their fate in his mind.

“Mr. Kenneth, and Mr. Webber… Indeed, it’s been a long time since I’ve seen them, it’s time to go out and meet them.”

After hearing Orange's words, a faint smile appeared on Luo Wei's lips, and he already had a plan in mind.

"However... Orange, how can this be called exploitation? We are just helping each other as master and apprentice."

"As a teacher, it's reasonable to take care of students who have gone astray and come back to the right path during a cruel magic ritual, isn't it?"

"Ha ha……"

Aozaki Touko didn't say anything, just smiled coldly. She knew that this guy probably had some bad ideas up his sleeve again.

At the same time, I couldn't help but feel sorry for Kenneth, that lemon-headed guy. He was such a good genius in the world of magic, but he ended up with such a student. I don't know if it was lucky or unlucky.

However, none of this has anything to do with her.

More than the chaotic Holy Grail War, he wanted to properly study this legendary third magical doll...

Magic, magic...

I never imagined that after so many years, I would still have the opportunity to touch such a miraculous power.

What was once something unattainable is now within reach. How could Orange, who had suffered for it before, not feel excited?

In the dim light, that hateful bright red figure that had been buried in her mind resurfaced.

"Tsk, what an unpleasant memory..."