Chapter 72: A Change in Fate

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Mount Miyama Shopping Street. As the largest pedestrian street in Miyama Town, this place is home to supermarkets, markets, clothing stores, and various shops. Though it lacks the bustling prosperity of the New City, it carries a warmth of everyday life that the New City does not have. After casting a concealment spell, Sakatsuki and his group of four blended into the crowd, savouring the rare moment of normalcy, their steps feeling lighter with each passing moment. "So you found out about it from Acht a year ago?" Saber, now understanding the earlier confusion, simply nodded and dropped the topic before asking. "Where are we heading next?" "To a clothing store first." Sakatsuki said, now holding a taiyaki in his hand, its delicious aroma wafting through the air.@@@@ "Aside from the custom suit from a year ago and the kimono Miyu picked for me, I don't have any decent casual wear. Not to mention you all—our out-of-touch Winter Princess and the Knight King of ancient Britain. Oh, and of course, my kawaii little sister." With Saber in formal wear and the madam draped in luxurious fur, they stood out awkwardly in this small seaside town. "Hmm, so it really is our outfits?" Saber glanced at Irisviel in mild exasperation. In the past, Irisviel would have clasped her hands together, laughed, and played it off. But today, she simply returned a faint, apologetic smile and continued hiding behind Saber, looking hesitant and uneasy, as if she were avoiding something. She had been like this since last night. Saber sighed inwardly, while Sakatsuki, pretending not to notice, led the group to a clothing store. "This is the best clothing store in Fuyuki. We don't have time for custom orders, but some of their ready-made outfits are quite nice. Miyu, help me pick out some clothes for our two lovely sisters. I'll take care of myself." "Okay, Onii-chan." Miyu nodded seriously, her face full of determination. As Saber went to try on her selections, Irisviel, instead of changing, quietly approached Sakatsuki from behind while Miyu was still browsing. "Hmm? What's the matter, madam?" Sensing her presence, Sakatsuki turned around—only to be startled by what he saw. "Um... I'm really sorry!" The madam bowed at a perfect 90-degree angle, nearly making Sakatsuki jump back. "I feel very apologetic for what Kiritsugu did!" To Irisviel, who had the emotional maturity of a nine-year-old, Kiritsugu's actions last night were essentially a betrayal. It must have troubled her deeply. She wouldn't oppose her husband's decisions, yet she still felt guilty toward Sakatsuki, who had been helping them. This internal conflict had left her downcast all day, finally culminating in this moment. "So that's why you've been so quiet today?" Sakatsuki scratched his cheek, offering a calm smile. "Irisviel, lift your head. You don't need to apologize." "No. Kiritsugu gave my life meaning, so I will respect his ideals and fight for his wish." The young man smiled, waiting for her next words. "But, as you said—if I ever find that he is fighting by sacrificing his own emotions, if I discover that he is harming himself for his ideals..." The beautiful homunculus, the lesser Holy Grail created by the Einzberns, lifted her head with unwavering determination and declared. "Then, even if it means the Holy Grail War ends in failure, I will not allow him to keep hurting himself!" "Bravo!" Sakatsuki grinned, his golden eyes brimming with joy and satisfaction. He was delighted to witness this moment of growth—relieved that his small actions, like the fluttering of a butterfly's wings, had truly changed someone's fate. Having spoken her piece, Irisviel finally felt a sense of release. She turned to Saber, who had been standing nearby in a newly chosen outfit, her eyes lighting up. "Saber, you look stunning in that!" "Ah... um..." Saber responded absentmindedly, her blue-green eyes fixed on Sakatsuki, full of bewilderment. His words just now— Why did they sound so much like... Sir Galahad? At that moment, Shuo Yue's gaze finally landed on her, and he, too, froze in place. *** "My name is Mash Kyrielight. The Heroic Spirit granted to me bears the true name—Galahad!" "I stake my very existence to sever the corruption of the Round Table!" "If you harbour doubts about your king, they must be corrected." "If your king is in the wrong, you must be the first to stand against her mistakes." "Isn't that the very essence of the chivalry you uphold?!" —Mash Kyrielight. *** 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 72: A Change in Fate

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