: The Alliance! Two Kings of Britain!

Chapter 27. The Alliance! Two Kings of Britain!

"Hmm"

After tidying up his casual clothes, Weber was now very nervous.

Just now, he received a reply from Saber's Master.

They said they hoped to meet and discuss the alliance in person.

(If you're afraid, you can refuse.)

Although Rider gave himself the right to choose, he must have some use for it here.

Considering Kiritsugu Emiya's "tainted" reputation, it would be a lie to say that Waver wasn't afraid.

That was indeed a ruthless person in the magic world who had killed magicians by any means necessary.

Being with him is like asking a tiger for its skin.

(Calm down, Webber Velvet!)

(You're Rider's Master, after all. There's nothing to be afraid of.)

He took a deep breath, trying to calm his inner turmoil, and reassured himself in this way.

Once he was sure he was in a stable emotional state, he stepped out of the room.

"Sorry to keep you waiting, Rider."

"We can go out now."

Looking at Rider, who was dressed in casual long-sleeved clothes, Webber then spoke frankly.

"Yes, it's commendable that you didn't back down."

"I hope you can maintain that composure so you won't be nervous when we meet."

Lelouch glanced at Waver's serious attitude and responded.

"No matter what, I'm still your Master, I won't let you down!"

"That's good"

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"Is choosing such a prominent location a sign of sincerity?"

Kiritsugu and Saber sat at a table outside the cafe, looking at their master and servant with indifference.

This is a shopping street; if there is any conflict, the surrounding area will definitely not be at peace.

(There were no signs of magic tricks being set up)

(There were no hidden landmines or bombs.)

Kiritsugu, being cautious by nature, certainly knew that the surroundings were safe.

"The Magician Killer, Kiritsugu Emiya."

"You have killed many magicians, but you have never intentionally harmed anyone unrelated."

"You may want to kill me right now, but you wouldn't do it on a street like this."

Much calmer than expected, Weber sat in his chair and answered with the elegance that Rider usually displayed.

He couldn't let the other party see any awkwardness, as that would easily cause him to lose his right to equality.

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Kiritsugu's hand, which was about to light a cigarette, froze in mid-air. He knew that the other party must have gone to investigate.

People who dare to propose a partnership after learning about their own deeds

He did have many ways to kill Weber in his mind, but in this situation, they were not appropriate.

Moreover, he and Saber do indeed need external help right now.

Judging from the previous chaotic battles, Assassin and Archer are in cahoots.

Given the strength of those two groups, if they fight individually, they would easily be wiped out.

Putting everything else aside, as long as Archer holds off the Servants from other groups, it's impossible to defend against Assassin's move to kill the Master.

Because of this, Kiritsugu agreed to meet him.

However, he will propose the exact terms of the alliance based on the performance of Rider and his Master.

(No resentment?)

This disciple of Kenneth had previously clashed with his mentor at the Clock Tower, yet there was no sign of him being the indirect perpetrator.

Are they unaware? Or are they pretending nothing happened?

"Awoo!"

Saber didn't stand on ceremony and started eating the food on the table.

(Has she not eaten?)

Lelouch sipped his coffee, glancing at Saber with a bewildered expression.

He had never seen anyone who could eat so much.

Let's get down to business.

The lit cigarette butt rested under the chair; Kiritsugu was curious to see what the other person would say.

"I won't say anything more; you're probably already aware of the situation."

"Regarding future wars, I hope that both sides can temporarily join forces."

Weber placed his hands on the table, crossed them, and then began to speak.

Rider said that he was given full authority to handle this negotiation, so he had to treat it with utmost care.

"Um?"

Saber twitched the ahoge on her head and glanced at Rider, who was leisurely drinking coffee, with a puzzled look.

(The Unknown King of Britain.)

(Is he not going to say anything at all?)

Trying to figure out what the emperor was thinking, Kiritsugu was a little confused about what the emperor wanted to do.

Although I don't know the other person's real name, judging from Saber's attitude of approval.

He was undoubtedly the former "King" of Britain.

Logically speaking, Britain's past is not very long in the grand scheme of history, and if we really trace its rulers, we can find similar identities.

According to the news Saber brought, this young king of "Britain" seems to be somewhat different.

"Assassin and Archer were originally on the same side."

"The Masters behind them, Tokiomi Tohsaka and Kirei Kotomine, are also master and disciple."

"A single unit would be difficult to deal with them, and you wouldn't want to suddenly face an attack from two Servants, would you?"

"The same applies to you."

His eyes remained lifeless; the mature man was unmoved.

"Although I don't know what exactly your wish is."

"But no matter what, I can't bear to leave halfway through, can I?"

"Moreover, the deaths of your wife and assistant, as well as the deaths of my teacher and his fiancée, did actually happen."

This conclusion was reached after obtaining information from Weber and reflecting on it myself.

alliance

You must offer conditions that will entice the other party.

The first requirement is equality between the two parties, the second is the dominant voice, and the last is the agreed-upon content of the agreement.

If it's just a verbal alliance, then it has no binding force whatsoever.

Emiya Kiritsugu

Being absolutely rational, he would certainly not refuse the "friendship" offered by Rider at this moment.

After all, no other group was willing to team up with this "Magic Killer".

Furthermore, Saber doesn't yet have the ability to deal with both Archer and Assassin simultaneously.

Joining forces with our side would only get him out of his predicament, and this obvious benefit is the biggest incentive.

Can't refuse

With a lifeless gaze fixed on the calm young man before him, Kiritsugu knew his own position.

He was at a disadvantage from the very beginning of the negotiations.

The other party saw through it very clearly.

Aside from Caster and Berserker Masters, who have never appeared, all other Servant Masters are enemies he cannot team up with.

The Rider group, which was the first to extend a "goodwill" gesture, was also forcing him to make a statement.

Either you join forces with me, or you retreat and go find the Caster and Berserker Masters who haven't shown up yet to negotiate.

The former is what we face now, while the latter is full of uncertainty.

If he refuses the Rider group, it means he will have another troublesome enemy.

As for a complete breakdown in relations, let's see who has the best skills.

Kiritsugu really didn't want to gamble on whether Archer and Assassin would come to his door together faster, or whether he would find a better ally faster.

This time, he didn't make a choice from the very beginning.

(No wonder.)

Having roughly grasped the thoughts of the "emperor" before him, Kiritsugu finally came to his senses.

So the reason Rider didn't speak was because there was absolutely no need for him to.

As long as he doesn't act recklessly, everything will be fine.

In particular, Kiritsugu Emiya was an extreme realist and a rationalist.

Unless he abandons his past practices, he wouldn't say "I refuse" if he's not thinking clearly.

"Then let's use this to plan the details of the alliance."

Emiya Kiritsugu took out a pre-prepared parchment scroll from his pocket, placed it on the table, and began to speak.

That was the paper of the spell contract.

PS:

I'm late.

(End of this chapter)