"Ever since I completely tamed the flames, I have had no equal in Vermillion, which is why I am known as an absolute genius there."
"But I was not satisfied with that, which is why I wanted to come to Japan to find an opponent. I never expected to lose so badly in my first battle here."
"I couldn't even fight back. Even if I recovered some ground with my magic midway, that was all it was."
Stella gently brushed her hair and looked up at the sky, speaking bitterly. "For this defeat, I feel both pain and satisfaction."
"Pain at my own weakness and my former shortsightedness. Satisfaction with my choice, having chosen the most correct path."
"So, I want to thank you, Emiya-kun. You made me see the world clearly."
Shirou smiled as he looked at Stella, who had regained
her fighting spirit and showed no signs of dejection.
"What great fighting spirit."
"With a humble heart, you will definitely reach realms beyond what ordinary people can achieve in the future."
"Also, just call me Shirou, since I've always called you Stella directly, just as Shizuku introduced."
Upon hearing Shirou's words, Stella immediately corrected herself, "I understand, Shirou!"
"That's good, Stella!"
The two looked at each other quietly, falling into silence for a moment.
"Hey, are you two going to move or not!"
Hearing Shizuku's shout from afar, Shirou and Stella came to their senses and quickly followed.
"Wait for us!"
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Near Hagun Academy, there was a large national shopping mall. Shirou and his group's destination was the cinema on the fourth floor of the shopping mall. This was their goal based on Shizuku's suggestion. As for Ikki, he was currently at a loss, mesmerized by his sister's elaborate dress.
Although their destination was the cinema, they did not immediately head there. According to Shizuku, there was still some time before the movie they were going to watch started. Even if they went to the fourth floor early, there was only the cinema and stores selling merchandise related to the movies being shown. So, at Arisu's suggestion, the four of them went to the food court on the first floor to pass the time.
"Hmm, this crepe is so delicious!"
The crepes from the shop Arisu recommended were so delicious that Stella couldn't help but praise them.
"Indeed, I originally thought crepes were just inexplicably expensive food, so I always kept my distance. But the crepes here are really good."
Shizuku also agreed, continuously taking small bites of her crepe.
"Right? The crepes in this food court have very rich and delicious cream, but the ice cream series is a bit inferior. If you want ice cream, I recommend the soft-serve ice cream on the third floor!"
"You know a lot."
"I've been walking around and eating, I already investigated. Desserts are a girl's reason for living."
"If you want to know about delicious desserts and cute clothes, just ask Alice. Stella, if you want to buy anything, you can ask him."
"Although I'm not too sure where to buy noble clothes suitable for a princess, I know many shops for delicious desserts. Should I just take you today?"
"Really? I'm so excited! What kind of shops are there?"
"The tiramisu at the cafe in this department store!"
Listening to the girls' conversation, Shirou glanced at the silent Ikki and couldn't help but chuckle, "Speaking of which, I'm an expert in making desserts!"
"Oh, really?"
Hearing Shirou's statement, the three girls who were discussing desserts all looked towards him.
"Oh, I remember now, Shirou's family runs a dessert shop."
"That's right!"
Putting the crepe in his hand into his mouth, Shirou chewed and swallowed it, then said with a lingering taste, "Next week, I'll invite you all to my shop to sit down!"
"How about it? Want to go?"
"Of course we do!"
Hearing everyone's unanimous reply, Shirou said with a smile, "Since you're all so supportive, I'll definitely treat you all with all my might!"
"It's a promise, then."
"Of course!"
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After finishing their crepes, time flew by as the five of them chatted. Soon, it was almost time for the movie to start.
Walking up the stairs to the fourth floor, Ikki suddenly asked, "By the way, I still don't know the name of the movie we're going to watch."
"Just a normal romance film."
"What's the name?"
"My Sister in Love (R15)!"
Upon hearing the movie title Shizuku said, Ikki nearly tripped. Although he had become somewhat accustomed to his sister's little antics recently, watching a movie like that with his own sister would be utterly mortifying! Just as he was about to refuse, Shirou suddenly said, "It's fine, sounds pretty good from the name!"
Good my foot! How could a name full of such d�j� vu
be good?! Ikki glared at Shirou, only to see him smiling mischievously and winking. This guy clearly just wanted to see him make a fool of himself!
"That's right, that's right, it's indeed a good movie!" Stella, who had been pre-briefed by Shizuku, turned her face away, showing Ikki the back of her head. At this sight, Ikki was speechless.
If you have the guts to say that, then turn your face around!
"Since everyone thinks it's good, let's watch this one!" Hearing Arisu's final decision, Ikki felt his blood rush. His opinion was just ignored like that? No, he couldn't fall into the enemy's trap just like this.
Ikki, forming a plan, suddenly spoke when they reached the third floor of the mall. "Excuse me, I need to use the restroom first. Please buy my ticket for me!"
"Now that Ikki mentions it, I feel like I need to use the restroom too."
"That's right, me too!"
Shirou and Arisu each grabbed one of Ikki's arms and walked him towards the restroom.
"Why aren't you walking, Ikki? Or are you trying to escape?" Looking at Shirou's cunning expression, Ikki said bitterly, "No, I'm going now!" Trapped by Shirou and Arisu Nagi, Ikki had nowhere to run.
"Then the two of us will go to the cinema first. We'll buy your tickets for you."
"We'll leave it to you, Shizuku, Stella!"
"Leave it to us!"
And so, amidst Ikki's lamentations, the group of five temporarily split into two.
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In the restroom.
Unlike the two who were just pretending, Shirou
genuinely needed to use the restroom. So, while listening to the two outside conversing, he pondered what would happen next. A terrorist attack? A hint of murderous intent flickered in Shirou's eyes.
When Shirou came out, Ikki and Arisu Nagi had also finished their conversation. Seeing Shirou, Ikki immediately got angry. "Shirou, why are you causing trouble here for no reason?!"
"Who's causing trouble? I'm sincerely wishing you well!"
Washing his hands, Shirou turned back to Ikki, gave him a thumbs-up, and smiled. "I'm a staunch supporter of the little sister faction when it comes to your love story!"
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