Chihaya Aine will not fall into the Shura field, never!

Kyushu: Chapter 206 Caster's Identity

"A strange aura?"

After Lian returned, she brought information about Yang Yanqi, and Caster pondered for a moment.

“I understand. I will set up surveillance around the Church. As soon as Lancer’s Master appears, I will be able to see clearly what’s going on with that guy.”

After saying this, Caster looked to the other side, at Aine, who was studying.

"Aiyin, let's end it here for today. You have plenty of time ahead of you."

"But I want to learn more in these few days, so I can ask you, Caster-sensei, if I have any questions."

Ai Yin hesitated for a moment.

Although Caster stored all her knowledge in magical items and gave it to Aine, there are still some things that Aine finds confusing.

Caster only has a little over six days left.

"Too much is as bad as too little."

Caster shook his head.

"Besides, with your talent, even if you feel lost for a while, I believe you will find a solution soon. Take a good rest, and you should have more confidence in yourself."

"Ok."

Aine had no choice but to nod.

confidence?

She has plenty!

Aine was a little anxious because Caster's knowledge was all lost in modern times, and the only person she could consult was Caster.

The next day

Aiyin continued her studies at Zitang Mountain, while Chuhua left Zitang Mountain alone. After all, she still had to live in Jinghai City for a few days. They couldn't live like cavemen for just a few days, could they?

However, with Lian by her side, there was no need to worry about Chu Hua's safety.

"Hmm, it's still very strange."

Caster's furrowed brow and low murmur caused Aine, who was studying, to turn her gaze towards him.

"What's wrong, Caster-sensei? Is there anything that's bothering you?"

"Ah."

Caster nodded.

"I originally thought that by using the magic of Zitang Mountain, I could quickly recreate the Ziwei Palace, but the progress is slower than I expected."

This is because Aine is the only one here right now, which is why Caster feels so comfortable revealing the name of his Noble Phantasm.

If other Masters heard this, they would probably know Caster's real name immediately.

Wu Zetian, the first female emperor in Chinese history!

She was also the empress who brought an end to the once-prosperous Tang Dynasty.

It should be noted that the Holy Tang Dynasty used Shenzhou as its base and rapidly expanded outwards, conquering the other eight states and almost unifying the nine provinces. This is why the Holy Tang Dynasty was known as a prosperous and glorious nation.

As a result, Wu Zetian emerged out of nowhere, ending the rule of the Holy Tang Dynasty and turning the prosperous Holy Tang Dynasty, which had lasted for a hundred years, into the dust of history.

The reason Rin Tohsaka had Aine summon Wu Zetian was because Wu Zetian was not only an empress, but also an all-around person.

In terms of strength, whether it is offensive, support, or anything else, she is impeccable. If we were to describe Wu Zetian using the current classification, she would be a wide-area all-around magic user.

In terms of political skills and perspectives, she far surpasses Aine, which is why Rin Tohsaka said that Wu Zetian's existence is very suitable for Aine.

"Caster teacher, have you figured out what the reason might be?"

"Ah."

Wu Zetian nodded.

"I'm afraid there's only one possibility: in this Phantom War, a certain Servant's Noble Phantasm is of the same type as my Ziwei Palace."

Furthermore, the opponent revealed their Noble Phantasm first. Because of this, although their magical energy is abundant, the subtle repulsion between Noble Phantasms of the same type has led to this situation, hindering the reappearance of the Purple Palace.

Wu Zetian felt a bit of a headache.

"Judging from the reaction from Ziwei Palace, the opponent's Noble Phantasm is nearing completion. It is estimated that the opponent is already aware that something of the same type as her Noble Phantasm is being born in this war."

"Currently, the only Servants whose true identities are unknown are Assassin and..."

There are two Riders now.

Hearing Wu Zetian say this, Aine also began to analyze.

“I know Saber’s Noble Phantasm is Excalibur, a Noble Phantasm of the Castle Rank. Archer’s Noble Phantasm is unknown, but it is probably not the same type as yours, Caster-sensei.”

With Lancer gone, only Assassin and Rider remain as servants.

"Is that Rider's Noble Phantasm?"

Ai Yin made this guess.

Compared to assassins like Assassin, Rider is more likely to be a king.

Only a king could possibly possess a Noble Phantasm of the same type as Wu Zetian's.

"Aine, don't jump to conclusions before you see the truth, especially since Heroic Spirits are such unconventional beings. Aren't there already enough abnormal Servants appearing before you?"

"Uh..."

I thought of Archer and Love, and then I looked at Wu Zetian.

Well, what Wu Zetian said wasn't entirely unreasonable. With three precedents already set, even if Assassin were to ride a flying dragon in the sky, Aine wouldn't find it strange.

At the same time, on the other side

After putting the purchased supplies into her storage space, Chu Hua was about to go back when she stepped out of the store and saw an acquaintance.

No, we wouldn't even call them acquaintances.

However, Chu Hua thought that since they had both participated in the Phantom War, they would meet again sooner or later.

"It's been a while, Senior Mo Wanyin."

Mo Wanyin silently looked at Chu Hua. The moment she saw Chu Hua, Saber in her spirit form told her that Chu Hua was also a Master.

But that is precisely why Mo Wanyin remained silent.

Faced with Hatsune's older sister, Mo Wanyin didn't know if she could bring herself to be ruthless.

Participating in the Phantom War means having one's own obsession. For the sake of that obsession, one is willing to sacrifice everything. Naturally, in battle, one will not use pure magic attacks, which is a "leave a way out" approach.

"Yes, it's been a long time, Misaka Hatsuka."

"Just call me Chu Hua."

Mian Chuhua said this.

"Would you like to... have a chat?"

"can."

Jinghai City, a path along the lake

Chu Hua and Mo Wanyin walked one after the other.

"Is your goal, senior, to go back in time through the Phantom War and save my sister?"

Chu Hua spoke first, though it was a question, her tone was very certain.

"Yes."

Mo Wanyin nodded.

"Are you going to stop me?"

"I don't have any intention of going back to the past for the time being. Although it's a pity that I couldn't see Hatsune Miku, well, maybe it's because I don't have the memories. Although it's a pity, it's not as strong as you, senior, that you want to go back to the past to save her."

Chu Hua walked lightly step by step along the path with her hands behind her back.

"My purpose in participating in the Phantom War is actually to get into Zhongzhou Academy. I don't have much time, so I can only use this method to attract Zhongzhou Academy and get them to admit me as soon as possible."

At the same time, my servant also has her own convictions, so I can't possibly go easy on my senior in this battle.

"It doesn't have to be this way."

Mo Wanyin shook her head.

"Even if you go easy on me, I won't accept it, because that would be an insult to my determination to save Hatsune Miku."

Mo Wanyin said this, and at the same time, Saber gradually appeared beside Mo Wanyin.

"Chu Hua, let's go all out in this war."

Even if it's possible we can't be the winner?

As Chu Hua finished speaking, Lian appeared beside her.

Even so, at least I tried.

Kyushu: Chapter 207 Assassin's Table Flip

"Wow, that's what Senior Mo Wanyin said."

After Chu Hua returned and recounted her experiences, Ai Yin realized that the plan to form an alliance with Mo Wan Yin was not feasible.

Wu Zetian's Noble Phantasm, Ziwei Palace, was completely countered by Saber.

It can be said that in this phantom war, Wu Zetian can ignore any Servant, but Saber is the one who will probably have a big headache.

The Saber class's inherently high Magic Resistance already meant that Wu Zetian had to expend more Magic Power than others to deal with Saber.

Not to mention, the Ziwei Palace is also naturally countered by Saber's Noble Phantasm, Excalibur.

Of course, this doesn't mean that Wu Zetian is definitely no match for Saber; it just means she'll have to expend more effort.

"Yes, since she said that, I didn't bring up the idea of ​​forming an alliance."

Otherwise, with Saber, Caster, and Berserker allied, and Lancer now out of the picture, they could have easily swept through the entire Phantom War tonight and ended the war.

"But who should we target next?"

Ai Yin pondered.

Now, she and Chu Hua have an advantage that no one else knows: no one knows that Caster and Berserker are on the same side in this Phantom War.

Moreover, it's the kind of alliance where you don't have to worry about the other side secretly plotting against you.

"We should be able to reach a conclusion soon."

At this moment, Wu Zetian suddenly spoke.

"Once a Noble Phantasm of the same type as the Ziwei Palace is fully reproduced, it cannot be kept secret. It is estimated that we will soon find out whether the person who possesses the Noble Phantasm is Rider or Assassin."

That night

In a mountain forest in Jinghai City, a huge castle slowly rose into the sky from among the mountains.

Templar church

"That was quite a commotion."

The young priest gazed at the magnificent castle in the distance.

"This should be considered a violation, right?"

The Phantom War is a magical ritual conducted in secrecy. With this servant doing this, what secrecy is there to speak of?

Although there's no need to worry about finding excuses to explain to the public, there are still many people eyeing the benefits of the Phantom War!

Although they knew that Zhongzhou Academy had created a phantom war, they didn't know exactly where it was. Now, not only Jinghai City, but even the neighboring cities know about it.

With the methods of those mages who are eyeing the Phantom War, they are capable of reaching Jinghai City before the Phantom War ends.

As for whether they were worried about the consequences, the conclusion is that they were not worried at all.

It's just a magical ritual; the Central Continent Academy probably wouldn't take it seriously.