Chapter 31: Lancelot's Story

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Two days later, in the morning. [013: Lancelot (Berserker)] [Character Information: Lancelot, one of the twelve Knights of the Round Table under King Arthur, was known as the "Knight of the Lake." His forbidden love affair with Queen Guinevere led to the downfall of Camelot, making him a symbol of King Arthur's tragic defeat. While receiving great honour, he also lived in deep regret. His obsession—especially his conflicting love and hatred toward the King and the Queen—trapped him in madness forever. Seeking to suppress this torment, he continues his battles as a blackened knight, longing for that fateful encounter.] [Hidden Information: Locked.] [Record Conditions (0/3)]: [•Earn Lancelot's acknowledgement. (Incomplete)] [•Defeat Lancelot. (Incomplete)] [•Free Lancelot from his madness. (Incomplete)] "Mm..."@@@@ Sakatsuki stood side by side with Kariya, facing the silent knight clad in black armour. He stood still, like a wind-up puppet that had run out of energy, with only the tassels on his back trembling slightly—proof that there was still some instinctive awareness left in him. "A wielder of a holy sword matching Excalibur, raised by the Lady of the Lake, and once known as the 'Knight of the Lake'... To think he has fallen to such a state." "You recognize him...?!" Even though Kariya had grown accustomed to Sakatsuki's vast knowledge, hearing him casually reveal a Servant's true name still made him uncomfortable. "Of course. The one responsible for the fall of the Knights of the Round Table—Lancelot, the 'Knight of the Lake.' Anyone who's read the legends of King Arthur would know him." As Sakatsuki spoke, he attempted to draw the sword from Lancelot's waist, only to have his wrist seized in an iron grip. The Berserker would not let him step forward. "Kariya." "I know, I know. Berserker, let go." With a helpless sigh, Kariya commanded his Servant. The knight, who resembled more of a beast than a chivalrous warrior, released his grip, allowing Sakatsuki to draw the long sword from its sheath. The engraved runes on the blade glowed faintly, shining like the waters of a moonlit lake. The holy sword Arondight, also known as the Unfading Light of the Lake. Though it had become a cursed weapon, its brilliance remained undiminished. The underground training room, unlit, was suddenly bathed in an ethereal sapphire glow as if submerged beneath the waters of a mystical lake. The breathtaking sight left both men momentarily entranced. "Compassion, generosity, wisdom, honour, valour... I too once passed the Five Virtues of Knighthood trial and claimed the Lady of the Lake's sword from the waters of Toussaint's Lac Célavy." Sakatsuki ran his fingers over the blade, sighing wistfully. "But unfortunately, I lost it once again. Completely, this time." "You've done something like that before?! Also, where is Toussaint? Some island where mysteries still linger?" Kariya's astonishment was quickly met with a disdainful glare. "Of course not. In this day and age, mysteries have long faded. Fairies and spirits are hidden on the reverse side of the world—where would I find a divine-forged sword?" "If it were you, Kariya, what would you do?" Sakatsuki's question pulled Kariya back to reality. He closed his eyes briefly, then opened them again. The complexity in his gaze faded, replaced by an unwavering determination. "I will not let the one I love suffer. If Tokiomi is wrong, then I will correct him." "Even if Aoi will never choose you?" Kariya clenched his fists and turned away, answering in silence. And at the same time, hiding the burning ambition in his eyes. The Holy Grail War. Sakatsuki, oblivious to Kariya's true thoughts, merely patted his shoulder in encouragement. Then he turned to Miyu, crouching down to meet her amber eyes. "Have you tried it?" "Yes." Dressed in her violet-themed magical girl outfit, Miyu nodded. A new band adorned her left leg. "The Class Card is stable. Everything is working fine." "Good." Satisfied, Sakatsuki smiled. "If you've come to find me, then that means there's been movement in the Holy Grail War." "Yes." Miyu nodded again, her expression calm, but her voice held a rare trace of disbelief. "Last night, Assassin tried to breach the Tohsaka estate's boundary." "And?" Hearing the keyword, Kariya's expression turned serious. Miyu paused for a moment, then spoke in an almost incredulous tone. "And then, Assassin was killed." *** [T/N: Toussaint, the Five Virtues of Knighthood, and the Lady of the Lake's sword are referencing from The Witcher 3.] *** Hey readers! Want to read ahead? ???? Join my Patreon for early access to 30+ advance chapters! Your support helps me write more and bring the story to you faster. ???? patreon.com/aarvan???? Thanks for being awesome! ❤️

Chapter 31: Lancelot's Story

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