: The Encirclement and Suppression in Progress!

Chapter 37. The Encirclement and Suppression in Progress!

"Hahaha!!!"

"This sense of crisis is something we haven't felt in a long time."

"It's been such a long time."

No longer using the "Gate of Babylon" to attack, Gilgamesh even took the initiative to grasp the legendary "weapon" to fight Berserker in close combat.

Even if the all-powerful heroic spirit before him were to confront him as a "king," he would still be far inferior.

"Not only does it have special attacks against dragons, but it also has special attacks against divinity."

"Even demons are no exception?"

"As a 'human being,' this is terrifying."

His fired weapons were repeatedly knocked away by his opponent, and in close combat, he was at a slight disadvantage.

"How many kinds of creatures did you kill in your lifetime?"

With a smile playing on his lips, Gilgamesh asked that question as their swords clashed, their faces very close.

The question wasn't about "quantity" but rather "types".

The more one learns about the power of the person before them, the more curious one becomes about their origins.

As a mere "human," he not only slew "dragons," but also killed "gods" and "demons."

Savior.

That was an "honor" that Gilgamesh never received in his lifetime.

That is, the achievement of saving the world!

Not an individual, a village, a town, a city, or a country

It's not about the value of "the whole world".

Compared to that honor, the so-called "dragons, gods, and demons" in mythology are so small and insignificant.

Gilgamesh himself was a demigod, which is why he wanted to know Berserker's identity.

The fact that he, the oldest king, was able to use the "Omniscient and Omnipotent Star," which he had always been reluctant to use, shows how important the other party is.

"Bang!"

There was no reply, and Berserker naturally knew that Gilgamesh had the means to investigate.

He swung his heavy sword, deflecting the halberd that was being parried, and then punched it.

"Snapped!"

Twisting to dodge the punch, Gilgamesh's treasury opened, and strange chains emerged, binding Berserker's body.

"Snap!"

But in the next moment, the chains were easily broken, and the opponent once again swung his heavy sword and slashed horizontally.

"Hmph, even we have our embarrassing moments."

Seeing his most trusted "Chains of Heaven" broken free, Gilgamesh chuckled self-deprecatingly.

The Lock of Heaven. It is a symbol of my friend "Enkidu".

A divine artifact specifically designed to bind those who possess "divinity," Gilgamesh trusted this "Chains of Heaven" more than his strongest offensive Noble Phantasm, "EA (Ea).

The higher the "divinity" of an enemy, the more they will be restrained; conversely, using a chain on someone with low "divinity" is just like using an ordinary chain.

Berserker escaped effortlessly, which clearly proves that he is indeed a "human" without divinity.

"Clang!!"

An axe extending from the rippled space beside him blocked the incoming heavy sword.

……

How could this be?

Feeling his magic being constantly drained, Tokiomi Tohsaka, who was sitting upright in his chair, couldn't maintain his calm and started to panic.

"The King of Heroes is actually at a disadvantage?"

Cold sweat broke out on his forehead; Tokiomi Tohsaka had never imagined such a scene.

The reason they were able to remain calm and collected in the past was because they believed in Gilgamesh's strength.

But now it seems like Berserker is stronger?

Gilgamesh, who possesses countless Noble Phantasms, finds it difficult to defeat the person before him.

"Snap!"

"Just who is he?!"

He couldn't even hold onto the teacup, so it fell to the ground and shattered, splashing tea all over his trousers.

The situation seemed to be developing in a "disadvantageous" direction for him.

What is this

"Hmm? What's wrong?"

Upon suddenly receiving a message from Kotomine Risei, Tokiomi Tohsaka was slightly taken aback, then responded using his familiar.

"Really? I'll come find you after this operation is over."

…………

"Bang bang bang bang bang!!!"

A series of gunshots rang out, and Lancer and Saber immediately created distance between themselves, dodging the powerful magic bullets.

"!"

"!"

The two then looked up and discovered the enormous mech in the air.

"Rider?!"

They both read out the newcomer's name in unison, their expressions differing.

"Saber, you'd better step back if you don't want to get caught in the crossfire."

Being able to clearly hear the sound coming from there, Sakura Kyoko felt something was wrong.

Why does she feel like Rider is also after her?

"All you need to do in this operation is participate."

"Or you could consider helping Assassin."

"He doesn't seem to be a match for Caster by himself."

Lelouch's blunt tone made Saber stop thinking about taking action.

(Go help Assassin, Saber.)

(Lancer is handed over to Rider.)

Kiritsugu also conveyed his instructions at the appropriate time, believing that it was not worth it to let Saber unleash her Noble Phantasm to deal with Lancer.

Since Rider volunteered to come, why not do him a favor?

He also wanted to secretly observe whether Rider had any other hidden tricks up his sleeve.

"Okay, I understand."

Although she still wanted to settle things with the girl in front of her, she glanced at Rider's enormous robot and decided not to argue.

Rider's attack methods are clearly not suitable for "team fights".

If she persists in staying here, she might actually be wiped out by Rider's firepower.

"Hey! Wait a minute!!"

"What happened?"

"What does 'encirclement and suppression' mean?!"

As Saber left, Sakura Kyoko immediately turned to Rider and questioned him loudly.

Why do I have such a bad feeling?

It's one thing for Saber and Rider to team up, but it seems even Assassin is on their side.

If we include Berserker who doesn't help and Archer who is held back, wouldn't that mean she's at odds with the four Servants inside the castle?

When did she develop such a deep hatred for Jonouchi?

"Don't you know?"

"The church has issued a mission to eliminate Lancer."

"The reason is that you violated the rules by killing an ordinary person in your fight against the Assassins."

But when Rider explained the situation, Sakura Kyoko was completely stunned.

"All masters and servants who participate in the siege will receive a Command Seal."

"Do you think anyone would remain unmoved by this compensation?"

"What did you say?!"

Now that she knew why a group of people had come to her door tonight, Sakura Kyoko became furious.

(At that time.)

"I didn't do it!!"

Recalling her previous encounter with Assassin, she wondered what he was there for.

They made a half-hearted show of wanting to fight, and then retreated without doing anything.

(I have a bad feeling)

The words spoken by Jonouchi at that time seem to confirm the conclusion.

In retrospect, Assassin's very presence there was a trap.

She couldn't understand why the church would make such a notice.

She clearly didn't kill any ordinary people!

How did I end up with this "crime" for such a ridiculous reason?

How could she possibly accept that?!

"Bang bang bang bang!!!"

But they completely ignored her shouts, and instead responded with countless machine gun barrels.

(End of this chapter)