"If that man were summoned, things would certainly get interesting. A vanguard you can dispose of from behind without any lingering guilt is a rare thing indeed."
Ea grew worried at the King's ominous phrasing.
—Human history is truly a deep and mysterious thing...
Whether they would meet that person depended on the threads of fate to come. For now, a new bond was formed here.
The one who appeared was—
"Hello. I am Parvati. I have manifested this time by borrowing the body of a pure maiden. I am still inexperienced, so I would be happy if we could grow together. I look forward to working with you."
The Goddess of Love and Beauty from Indian mythology, Parvati, bowed gracefully.
"A pure maiden...?"
(A pure maiden...?)
The two of them reacted with full force to that specific phrase.
—Wait, is THAT the part you're questioning?! She's clearly beautiful and elegant at a single glance...
"No, I don't mean to be rude or dismissive... but that phrasing borders on false advertising. That vessel could never, under any circumstances, be described as 'pure.'"
—That much?!
(The Sakura Route, man. It's not the kind of story you tell right after the 'Royal' and 'Ideal' routes... My Shirou went for the Iron Heart ending. I worked hard to see Sparkliner High. Seeing the final boss act like she's innocent is a bit much.)
The King of Heroes fell into silent contemplation. Fou chimed in, noting that Nine Lives Blade Works and the final battle with Kotomine were still hype as hell, though.
"Oh dear. You're quite harsh, aren't you, Heroic Princess? I look forward to working with you. If you ever need a Japanese-style notebook, just let me know."
Parvati smiled sweetly, and Ea immediately bowed back.
—The pleasure is mine. I look forward to it!
"Hehe... Master. Well then, I'll be waiting in the kitchen. Let's go learn some cooking from that Archer in the red mantle."
"Okay!"
With a gentle parting, Parvati exited the room with fluid grace.
"This really is a 'feminine charm' summoning streak..."
"She'll be a great help to Rikka. —Now, Gil."
"Indeed. There!"
He tossed the 5-Star Ticket. The summoning began. A rainbow glow filled the room.
"Now, let's see if a Saber arrives."
Everyone held their breath.
(I wonder? Will someone from Part 2 be summoned?)
"Who knows. I've brought the sheath and my motivation is peaked, so let us see—"
The light intensified, then settled, revealing the hero.
"—Yo! First off, congrats on restoring the Human Order. As the representative of the Twelve Paladins, I've come to offer my congratulations."
He carried a sword of unique design. He stood with an aura of unconventional grandeur and a powerful gaze.
"Class is Saber. Well, obviously. I don't look much like a King, even if I say so myself—but hey, let me at least say this."
With a mix of purity and wildness, the white Saber spoke proudly.
"I'm Charlemagne! Ah, 'Charles' is the name, 'Magne' means King. I'm what you call a 'pre-release implementation.' For now, just remember me as the 'coolest' Saber among heroes. And I'm strong! Well, that's about all I can say for now. My battle is still a little ways off, so I'm gonna take it easy."
Also known as Karl der Große. The leader of the great Twelve Paladins of Charlemagne had appeared ahead of everyone else.
"A cool person came! A cool Saber is here!!"
"Right? Is it cool, or is it lame? That's all that matters in this world. If you want to know more about my cool materials, you can read my biography—"
He flashed a sharp thumbs-up.
"—Or buy the game software coming out this May! Check it out!"
—A plug?!
Charlemagne laughed playfully. Beside him, the King of Heroes laughed in the same manner.
"Pre-release, you say? A Servant whose evaluation isn't yet fixed is a rarity. I trust this 'futures investment' will prove meaningful?"
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