Caster stared nervously at the command seals in Gilgamesh~'s hand, seemingly intending to take back her Noble Phantasm, but remembering Rin's previous warning, she didn't dare to act rashly.
Assassin elegantly covered her lips with her slender hand and gazed at Gilgamesh~, laughing softly. She seemed indifferent, yet the killing intent in her eyes was already overflowing.
Gilgamesh~ stopped his movements, frowned slightly, and looked at Assassin and Caster with some displeasure.
"C-Ma, Assassin, do not be rude to the king of heroes. My apologies, king of heroes. Assassin and Caster do not yet understand your greatness. I believe you, king of heroes, will soon demonstrate your glory to them, allowing them to bathe in your magnificent light."
Gilgamesh~'s expression softened, the corner of his mouth twitched slightly, and he casually tossed the command seals into Caster's arms. Then, with a flash of golden light, he changed into casual clothes and walked out of the basement.
"Little girl, it seems you understand me well. I shall be magnanimous this time. You two, if there is a next time, commit suicide, mongrels."
Watching the departing Gilgamesh~, Rin let out a slow sigh of relief and turned to say apologetically,
"Sorry, Assassin, C-Ma, for putting you through that."
"Master, it's alright. For Master's victory, this is nothing. It's just that this fellow is so rude to Master as well—how hateful!" C-Ma stowed away the command seals, her tone becoming one of gritted teeth as she spoke the latter half.
Assassin said nonchalantly,
"I had heard of this King's great name back in my time. It seems such rumors are not entirely fabricated."
Rin nodded seriously.
"He is indeed a very capricious King, but he does have his good side. However, it seems my father summoned the side of him from his worst period."
After speaking, Rin went to Tohsaka Tokiomi's side, knelt on the ground, and turned to Caster.
"C-Ma, please use the Golden Fleece to heal my father. It seems the sudden severing of the contract has had a great impact on him; his Magic Circuits are somewhat damaged."
Caster nodded and quickly produced a sheepskin with golden hair, draping it over Tohsaka Tokiomi. As the Golden Fleece took effect, the unconscious Tohsaka Tokiomi's breathing gradually leveled out.
After receiving Rin's instruction, Kirei Kotomine rushed to the Tohsaka Residence with all his might and arrived quickly.
After entering the basement, I immediately saw Rin crouching beside Tohsaka Tokiomi. I calmed my breathing, which was ragged from running fast, and spoke slowly.
"Rin, is there anything you need me to do?"
"Kirei, you're here. Please carry my father to his room. Then, I need you, Caster, and Assassin to go to the Zenjou Residence to bring Sakura and my mother back."
Upon hearing this, Caster was immediately worried that Rin would be left alone in the Tohsaka Residence with Gilgamesh. She spoke up at once.
"Master, I object. Staying alone with that Gilgamesh is too dangerous. No matter what, either Assassin or I should remain by your side."
Rin waved her hand.
"Caster, it's fine. As a king, Gilgamesh won't break his promise lightly. Besides, I've already used a command spell to ask for his protection. I'll be okay. On the contrary, you and Assassin are in more danger. Neither of you are the type for direct combat, so if you're discovered, you might be attacked instead..."
...Soon, after Rin had finished everything, she slowly walked into the living room of the Tohsaka Residence.
Gilgamesh, now dressed in casual clothes, was reclining on the sofa, staring at the wine glass in his hand.
"Little girl, are you finished? What is your plan now?"
"I have no detailed plan. The next course of action should be decided by you, King. As I requested, I am participating in this Holy Grail War as your assistant."
Gilgamesh took a small sip of the red wine and then slowly sat up.
"Little girl, your name is Tohsaka Rin, isn't it? Rin, I don't believe you have no plan. Speak; the King permits your counsel."
Hearing this, Rin first bowed to Gilgamesh before speaking slowly.
"Then, I thank the King for allowing me to offer counsel. I intend to first find a guardian for the King and build a temporary palace."
Gilgamesh seemed to take some interest. He looked Rin over and said,
"A guardian? A palace?"
"Exactly. A guardian and a palace worthy of the King. However, regarding the palace, I hope the King can provide some materials; otherwise, I fear the palace built might not satisfy the King."
"You truly are interesting. I grant the materials. So, Rin, who do you plan to arrange as my guardian?"
"Well then, King, how about the mad dog that offended you today? I think the King would find it amusing to turn a mad dog into a loyal one."
Gilgamesh's brow first furrowed, but as Rin mentioned turning a mad dog into a loyal one, he immediately showed a look of pleasure.
"Rin, you really are interesting. Turning a mad dog into a loyal one, huh? Hahahaha."
Having said that, Gilgamesh raised his right hand. As he did, golden ripples appeared in the air, and a gemstone and a rune stone appeared in his hand.
Gilgamesh casually tossed the gemstone and rune stone to Rin. As she caught them, he said nonchalantly,
"Girl, it must be quite a strain to support three Servants right now. This gemstone will reduce your consumption. I look forward to you bringing that mad dog and making him kneel before me. Hahahaha."
The boisterous laughter continued for a while. After he finished laughing, Gilgamesh spoke again.
"Those variant Runes in the basement were your handiwork, weren't they? I've seen them; they're somewhat interesting. This rune stone shall be your reward for tonight's play. I look forward to you bringing me even more exciting performances. Hahahahahaha."
Then, Gilgamesh turned into golden dust and disappeared from the living room.
Once Rin sensed that the Gold Flashy had left the Tohsaka Residence, she gripped the gemstone and rune stone tightly, her eyes twitching as she kicked over a nearby stool.
"Damn Gold Flashy, truly the Oldest Gian. So annoying! Whatever, I'll just have to endure it for a few days."
After venting her frustration, Rin began to examine the gemstone and rune stone in her hand.
"I have to admit, that Gold Flashy guy's things are truly top-tier. A gemstone like this, condensed purely from the Great Source's magical energy—in today's environment, if not for him, I probably wouldn't get a second one in my entire life. As for the Age of Gods Runes, these are somewhat useless. Sigh, after all, my Magical Foundation has become different from the Magi of this world because of the magecraft from Index. This can only serve as a reference. Well, I'll try to see if I can sublimate the mystery of the Nordic Runes from Index using the Celtic Runes from Type-Moon."
After her lament, Rin went to the window. Standing on a stool and looking through the glass, she stared into the night-shrouded courtyard with a bit of trepidation, waiting for Sakura and her mother to arrive.
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