"What about Berserker's true name? I heard from Saber that you once forced back Berserker and his Master on your own. Since you've investigated the identities of the other Servants, you should know his as well, right?"
Tohsaka Rin suppressed her anger toward Kirei Kotomine and asked again.
"Heracles. A demigod, the great hero of Ancient Greece, and the God of Strength."
Hearing this name, Tohsaka Rin's expression turned extremely grim. Just from the few words Akatsuki said, she could understand how powerful Berserker was.
Everyone present was well aware of the legend of Heracles, so they could glimpse a portion of Berserker's strength through the tales.
"In Saber's current state, she isn't fit for battle. If you plan to destroy the Holy Grail, you'll inevitably be obstructed by the other Servants, so you need to think carefully about what to do next."
"Wait, Akatsuki, did you say Caster's true name is Medea?"
"Yes."
Akatsuki took a sip of tea. "Are you referring to the legend of how Medea was once frightened to tears by Heracles on the Argo?"
"Exactly! If Caster knows Berserker is Heracles, she will definitely join forces with us to first deal with that troublemaking Berserker!"
"Although she's known as the Witch of Betrayal, we just need to be careful! We can restrain her by forming a contract with her Master!"
Akatsuki nodded. "So, you mean to cooperate with the culprit behind the abnormal comas of Fuyuki City's citizens?"
"No!"
Shirou Emiya, who had been listening quietly, spoke up decisively. "Cooperating with someone who exploits the lives of others is absolutely out of the question!"
"That's right. Although there is some history between Caster and Berserker, Caster's actions make her unworthy of our cooperation!"
Shirou Emiya and Saber stood on the same front at this moment.
"It was just a suggestion. I also don't approve of Caster's behavior of involving innocent people. So, that only leaves..."
"Cooperating with Berserker or Lancer?"
Akatsuki beat Tohsaka Rin to the punch.
"I don't recommend cooperating with Lancer's Master. If you insist on it, I suggest you don't let him stand behind your backs."
"As for Berserker... he's an option."
"Why do you say that?"
"Because Berserker's Master is a legal, white-haired, red-eyed Little Loli!"
"Huh?"
Akatsuki ignored the strange looks from the others and continued to himself, "Lolis are the treasures of humanity; in other words, lolis are the treasures of the human order!"
"You pervert!"
"You're calling me a pervert?" Akatsuki's brow furrowed, and the surrounding aura became somewhat oppressive.
This atmosphere reminded Tohsaka Rin of being spanked by Akatsuki at the Emiya Residence a few days ago. It made her nervous, and she instinctively covered her backside.
"I already said it, what are you going to do about it?"
"Please say it a few more times. If possible, please show a look of reluctant disgust, as if you're looking at a bug!"
The atmosphere froze.
Shirou Emiya, Matou Sakura, Tohsaka Rin, Saber, Rider, and Archer all took a step back in unison.
"You huge creep!" After Tohsaka Rin finished shouting, she immediately hid behind Archer.
Akatsuki seemed not to hear her, instead wearing a satisfied expression.
"But Berserker really is the best choice right now," Tohsaka Rin analyzed, suppressing her fear of Akatsuki's previous outburst.
"I agree," Shirou Emiya added. "After all, Lancer's Master doesn't seem very reliable."
"Then Berserker it is," Tohsaka Rin decided. "Next, let's go to the Einzbern Family's base to talk to Berserker's Master about a partnership!"
"Sakura should stay home. Rider, you're responsible for protecting her."
Akatsuki suddenly said as they were about to leave.
"Eh?"
Matou Sakura looked at Akatsuki with surprise.
"That makes sense. After all, Sakura doesn't seem to be in a good state today, and she didn't eat much for breakfast just now."
"Senpai..."
"Then it's settled. Sakura, I'm counting on you to watch the house."
Tohsaka Rin patted Matou Sakura's head and spoke in a gentle tone.
"Tohsaka-senpai..."
Meanwhile, the Einzbern Family's base in Fuyuki City had undergone a drastic change.
Countless prototypes of Noble Phantasms shot toward Berserker. Swords, spears, and halberds poured down on him like a rain of arrows.
"Roar!"
Berserker's roar echoed throughout the castle.
The castle, dilapidated from the battle, was now teetering on the edge of collapse. Berserker protected the girl behind him, refusing to budge an inch.
"Berserker..."
Illya looked worriedly at the figure in front of her. Just now, Berserker's Noble Phantasm had been used for the tenth time, which meant he only had two uses left.
However, the Servant before them showed no intention of stopping.
"That makes eleven."
Gilgamesh's cold voice rang out. Berserker recovered once again, his massive back shielding Illya's small body and providing her with an infinite sense of security.
"As a fellow demigod, I originally had some expectations for you. However, you've wasted so many lives just to protect that little brat behind you. You really are beyond saving."
"Roar!"
Berserker's angry voice rang out again. Holding his giant sword, he still stood before Illya without moving. Faced with Berserker's glare, Gilgamesh remained unmoved.
He flicked his hand, and Noble Phantasms from the Gate of Babylon rained down on Berserker.
Berserker swung his giant sword with all his might, parrying and slashing, knocking away every Noble Phantasm that could potentially harm Illya.
After a wave of dense attacks, Berserker was panting heavily, blood flowing down his muscles. He was starting to lose his footing, leaning on his giant sword as he knelt on one knee.
"Berserker! Don't lose!"
"Roar!"
The giant sword swung once more. This time, Berserker charged toward Gilgamesh with incredibly fierce power, an intensity that piqued Gilgamesh's interest.
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