I'm really not a top magician

These words were originally told to her by Jewel-o-chan. At first, Sajo Aika thought it was just a joke, but now, these words were passed on to Gudako through words and deeds.

There is always a sense of inheritance in Aika Sajo, but the meaning of it is not such superficial things as Jewel-o teaches Aika Sajo and Aika Sajo teaches Gudako, but something heavier and more indescribable...a sense of responsibility.

ps: I will update more tomorrow...

Chapter 243: Even if plucking a hair could benefit the world, I would not do it

After seeing that Gudako understood, Sajo Aika returned to the topic:

"The reason Emiya Assassin was able to manifest as a Servant must be due to a summoning contract. This is a necessary condition for summoning a Heroic Spirit, and no Heroic Spirit can bypass this."

"Without a master, and despite the necessity of summoning, the conclusion is quite clear. Emiya Assassin's contract partner is not human, that's all. Was I right, user of the restraining force?"

As Sajo Aika finished her words, Doctor Roman's voice came from the communicator: "Inhibitory force? Does this mean this Heroic Spirit has signed a contract with the World?"

"Yes."

Sajo Aika nodded.

The so-called restraining force is a safety device made by the collective unconscious. It will appear at the moment when the main cause of the destruction of the world occurs and eliminate that main cause.

However, if we break down the restraining force, it can be divided into two types.

The prayer of a human being: to avoid the prayer of destruction [Alaya].

Prayer as a planet: Prayer for the extension of life [Gaia].

Alaya is the unified consciousness shared by all individuals within the human race (primates), the desire to preserve their own world. It is formed by the inherent directional instincts inherent in human nature.

Both are designed to preserve the present world and will never activate on their own. They will only appear the moment a factor that threatens world destruction arises and eliminate it. Their scale of appearance varies depending on the target being eliminated, ensuring victory.

It has no form of its own, and when it materializes a corresponding form appears. Because it is created by the collective unconscious, even if it appears, no one will see or even notice it.

In most cases, they support a specific "ordinary person" from behind, giving them corresponding power and opposing the target of the erasure. The person involved does not feel supported. The result of this "ordinary person"'s activities is to eliminate the target of the erasure, and those who know of this "surface phenomenon" call this person a "hero."

If we must draw an analogy, Gaia and Alaya can be compared to antivirus software within a computer. While they serve the same purpose, their nature is subtly different.

Although Gaia intends to keep the human world alive, her conclusion is that as long as the world is safe, it doesn't matter what happens to humans. Conversely, Alaya wants the human world to survive, even if it means destroying the planet.

Because the two protect different objects, they were not necessarily activated at the same time in the distant past. However, in modern times, planetary crises and human crises are often caused by the same reason, so they are mostly activated at the same time.

At this moment, Sajo Aika judged that the person in front of her was the one who was under the control of [Restraint], no, to be more precise, the guardian under the control of [Alaya].

In the face of Sajo Aika's questioning, Emiya Assassin did not answer, but this silence was seen by everyone as the other party's tacit consent.

"Why did you come to these conclusions?"

After a long silence, Emiya Assassin suddenly asked.

He was not only asking why Aika Sajo knew his identity, but also why Aika Sajo knew the truth behind the Holy Grail War.

Of course, Sajo Aika understood what Emiya Assassin meant, but she couldn't tell the truth.

Who would believe that he is just a producer in another world?

If Sajo Aika really told the story of Fate/Zero, I feel like she would be admitted to a mental hospital the next day.

However, Aika Sajo had already thought of the reason for this since she decided to participate in this Holy Grail War.

Sajo Aika explained earnestly, "The process is a bit complicated, but you can think of it as another type of future vision. So I already knew that the outcome of the Fuyuki Holy Grail War would lead to the destruction of the world."

Future vision is a good thing.

In this era where there is no professional equipment to detect the level of magic eyes, as long as Sha Tiao Aige can tell a certain extent about the future, he can pretend to have future vision.

After all, Aika Sajo knew all of this content in the original work before she traveled through time.

What's more, knowing the original work itself is a more special vision of the future for the other party, right?

So what Aika Sajo said just now was not wrong.

Sajo Aika's words reminded Irisviel of what she had said to herself and Saber not long ago. She said that if Fuyuki's Holy Grail succeeded, it would destroy the world.

It was also because of Sajo Aika's seemingly absurd statement that Kiritsugu Emiya, who aimed to save the world, rushed to Mount Enzo to investigate the situation of the Holy Grail.

However, if Sajo Aika really has the ability to see into the future,

Then all her previous absurd statements and her almost prophetic and accurate strategies can be explained very well and reasonably.

Considering the fact that Aika Sajo's true purpose was revealed by Rider at the King's Banquet, Irisviel guessed that what Aika Sajo had said before about sleeping with the emperor was very likely true - the Holy Grail had really been contaminated.

Although Irisviel felt a deep pain in her heart at the thought of the Holy Grail being contaminated, the miracle Kiritsugu had placed his trust in for a full ten years was indeed a disaster that could destroy the world. The mere thought of such a thing was too much for Irisviel to bear, let alone Kiritsugu.

However, Kiritsugu had already gone to confirm the truth about the Holy Grail. Before that, Irisviel did not dare to easily believe Sajo Aika's words. After all, since the beginning of this Holy Grail War, this kid had been leading everyone by the nose the entire time.

In Irisviel's short life and all the experiences she had, Sajo Aika was one of the few people who could use words to arm herself. This guy could bring the dead back to life just by talking, let alone when facing the living?

However, all Irisviel could do now was to continue waiting.

"Since you know that the Holy Grail will destroy the world, you should also understand how dangerous this woman's existence is!"

Emiya Assassin questioned.

Sajo Aika's words made him angry.

Since Aika Sajo has the future, she knows all the truth behind the Holy Grail War and sees that the Holy Grail will destroy the world.

Then she should also understand that only by killing this woman can this crisis end!

"That's the difference between you and me."

Aika Sajo's tone was tinged with contempt. "If plucking a single hair could benefit the world, I wouldn't do it. If killing one person is the only way to save the world, that's unrealistic. And if such a problem really exists, it's definitely the product of a long-term accumulation, and it can't be solved by simply killing one person."

Chapter 244 Good Intentions

Just now, when Sajo Aika was talking to Emiya Assassin, Shadow's voice came to her ears accidentally.

Shadow said that Emiya Assassin had been shaken by him, and if he made more effort, he might be able to bring him home to have fun tonight.

However, Aika Sajou did not pay attention to the second half of Shadow's words, but focused on the first half. Since Shadow had admitted that his goal was to kill Irisviel and save the world, then Aika Sajou had no reason to defeat Assassin Emiya.

Now, Shatiao Aige still has a trial mentality, and while the other party is wavering, he will quickly find a way to recruit him.

However, Assassin Emiya obviously did not give Aika Sajo this opportunity. He used many smoke bombs in succession and quickly escaped from the Einzbern castle while the smoke was thick.

"Ms. Sajo, the assassin has escaped. Do you want to chase him?" Mashu asked.

Shajo Aige shook her head:

"No need. The enemy's goal is the same as ours. Instead of fighting him, it would be better to unite and become partners. Mashu, and Gudako, you must remember that no matter what kind of battle you face, you must first consider this question: Who is our enemy? Who is our friend?"

Whenever she had the chance, Aika Sajo would pull Mashu and Gudako along to share her experiences with them, and these two new masters and servants always listened to Aika Sajo's speeches very carefully.

Because this knowledge may help them in future battles.

"So-called battle is merely a continuation of our goal. To achieve our goal, we have no choice but to fight. To save humanity, that's why you came to this singularity. You two are humanity's last maters. If you make the wrong choice in battle, humanity will be doomed. And to win the battle in the singularity, you must clearly discern who is the enemy and who is the friend. Only by understanding this can your battle not be a blind man groping in the dark."

Gudako listened to Sajo Aika's explanation very carefully.

Gudako is actually very grateful to Miss Sajō. Although she is much younger than she is, Gudako had heard of this Grand Mage when she first became a magus. At only 14 years old, she was awarded the title of Grand Mage and inherited the Second Law, becoming the Second Magician of the new generation. Her power has completely surpassed that of most magi of the Age of Gods, and countless Heroic Spirits believe her to have reached the Grand Mage. There are even rumors that Aika Sajō's power is due to her having been able to enter and exit the Root from a very early age.

In short, there are many different rumors about Sajo Aika. Gudako can only worship such a mythical figure. Even when she knew that she had to find a way to cooperate with Sajo Aika, Gudako felt that it was not real. She was happy and afraid.

I'm happy to have such a powerful magician to help me, but I'm also afraid that Sajo Aika will look down on me.

However, after spending the past few days together, Gudako felt that Sajo Aika was a really nice person. On weekdays, she and C Dai were very relaxed and both of them were funny. But when it came to battle, Sajo Aika was a very strong and reliable companion, and she would often find opportunities to guide her on how to judge the situation.

Of course, the moment that had the greatest impact on Gudako was when Aika Sajo admitted her dishonor in front of her Lord El-Melloi.

When everyone thought that Sajo Aika was either joking or playing tricks, she actually gave up all her previous conspiracies and became a pure person this time, taking the initiative to take on everything.

In fact, the consequences that everyone thought of afterwards were actually thought of by Aika Sajo long ago.

What will happen when Kayneth returns to the Clock Tower? He'll inevitably be drawn into the war Lorelei initiated. When this proud monarch, defeated in the Holy Grail War and informed of a plot by his former ally, learns he's been framed, he'll undoubtedly engage in a madcap feud with Barthelmero. The political landscape of the Clock Tower will be completely reshuffled, leaving both victor and loser devastated. Lorelei is also a friend of Sajo Aika, and the thought of her friend being hurt will be deeply painful for her.

However, Sajo Aige still found a solution and took all the stigma on her own initiative.

Before leaving the Clock Tower, the magic kit that Sajo Aika had given Luna laid out all the necessary procedures. As soon as Kenneth El-Melloi returned to the Clock Tower, Lorelei's real attack would be transformed into a fake one, and he would then take the entire burden upon himself. The Clock Tower wasn't just a school of magic; it was also a complex arena of power. In this game of power, seeking advantage and avoiding disadvantage was fundamental to every monarch. Even a historically gifted individual like Sajo Aika wouldn't have any such burdens. This simple act of shifting the blame was enough to minimize Barthelmero's losses in this struggle.

So, in the end, Aika Sajo won.

Dr. Roman still didn't see through Aika Sajo's final intention, and even Da Vinci didn't see through it either. And Gudako herself only understood this simple truth after communicating with C-dai by chance.

Gudako originally thought that geniuses like Sajo Aika were always aloof and that magicians' concepts were very different from those of normal humans. However, after spending a few days with her, Gudako felt that Sajo Aika was a very silly and gentle person.

It's reasonable for Gudako to thank Sajo Aika in person, but given Sajo Aika's personality, she would probably think that was too hypocritical. In her words, "Don't think of me as so noble. Whether I'm helping others or doing things, I only think about myself. The reason you call it a good deed is simply because it happens to align with your values. So don't thank me. If you really want to thank me, just treat me to a meal."

After much thought, the best way Gudako could think of to repay him was to study hard and try her best to become a master that would impress Sajo Aika.

Gudako is still following Sajo Aika to learn from her, but Saber has already started to confront C-Daisy, who has revealed his true identity.

Chapter 245: C Dai’s Denial [Additional]

After Assassin Emiya left, Saber's attention immediately shifted to C-Dangerous.

This servant, who looked exactly like herself, filled Saber's heart with doubts.

"Who are you?" Saber asked.

"Is that even a question? I am you, Altria," C answered honestly, though there was a hint of mockery in her tone.

Saber didn't understand the deeper meaning behind these words; instead, the mocking tone annoyed Saber. However, since the other party was Sajo Aika's servant, and Irisviel and Sajo Aika had signed a non-aggression pact, Saber had no reason to fight him.

In fact, after seeing the true mask of this mysterious servant, the first person Saber thought of was Mordred.

This Knight of the Round Table, who bore a striking resemblance to her, was actually a cyborg created by Morgan using his own cells. Upon learning this fact, Saber was deeply shocked. However, she understood Britain's troubled fate and the endless disasters it would bring to the throne. She was able to lead Britain to a different fate because she had been instilled with the king's teachings since childhood, tempering her character. Mordred, a cyborg, lacked the crucial education that would be essential for a king.

On the other hand, once the identity of Mordred, the inexplicably appearing "illegitimate child", is exposed, the princes and lords who have been waiting for the king to make a mistake will have the opportunity to weaken her authority, thus triggering a split and civil war in Britain. Her evil sister Morgan is also likely to use Mordred, and Britain will be destroyed.

Because of this, out of caution, Altria rejected Mordred's request.

Although in the end, Artoria entrusted the responsibility of protecting the kingdom to Mordred while she was away on the expedition, hoping that this action would influence the stubborn Knight of the Round Table.

But the final outcome was not what she wished.

Because of this, after hearing what C Dai said, the first person Saber thought of was Morgan.

"Perhaps this was also one of Morgan's original conspiracies."

However, this is the modern era, far away from the Age of Gods. Morgan, a magician from the Age of Gods, must have died long ago. Those who have survived to the modern era are likely to have used their own cells to create beings similar to the artificial human family, so that King Arthur's bloodline can be continued, and King Arthur can be resurrected one day.

This is the kind of conspiracy Saber could come up with.

As for why this servant in front of him could become a Heroic Spirit, it might be because she really is a hero.

"What is your relationship with Morgan?" Thinking of this, Saber couldn't help but ask.

C Dai stared at Saber with wide eyes, seeming surprised by her understanding. Although C Dai immediately understood Saber's logic, he was still amused by her. However, considering that the Knight King was notoriously serious, C Dai finally restrained himself from laughing.

"You're overthinking it, Altria. I have no connection to Morgan. I am you, and we are both Heroic Spirits named Altria."

Saber froze.

Heroic Spirits are beings separated from timelines and worldlines. They are summoned to all eras, whether past or future. If this is the case, then summoning Heroic Spirits from other worldlines is not impossible. With this thought, Saber suddenly understood the composition of the Servant before her.

"So you are another me?" Saber asked.

"That's right. You and I are both independent individuals, Altria. However, compared to you who drew the Sword of the Kingchooser and became the Eternal King, all I got was the Scepter of the Chosen One. I inherited Merlin's mantle and became the second Flower Magician of Avalon."

Hearing this, Saber finally understood that if the Heroic Spirit before her had inherited the Staff of the Chosen, then it made sense that she had mastered all of Merlin's magic. Of course, her skill in wielding the staff, now thinking about it, did bear a resemblance to her own swordsmanship.

It's just that she wields the Staff of Selection.

However, another question came to Saber's mind. What if Artoria in another world did not draw out the Sword of the King, but the Staff of Choice?

"Then who will inherit the throne on your side?" Saber couldn't help but ask.

"Oh,"

There was a hint of sarcasm in C Dai's tone, as if he looked down on Saber for asking such a question. "Do you really care who becomes king? Or, what you care about is whether the world where Altria, who didn't become king, lives is better than yours, right?"

C directly expressed Saber's wish hidden deep in her heart.

Yes, this is what Altria wishes for.

What she wanted to change was her original choice. She wanted to change the fact that she became king.

Therefore,

After hearing C's identity, Saber couldn't wait to ask him about the future of that world.

"But I refuse!" C Dai refused decisively.

"what?"

This answer surprised Saber.

"why?"